The Gift of Story

This episode from The Moth curates personal, true stories that highlight why storytelling remains one of our oldest healing arts. You’ll hear moments of humor, surprise, vulnerability, and grace—ordinary days turning into hinge moments when someone chooses to tell the truth of what happened. The pacing is gentle but purposeful: each story stands on its own while also echoing the idea that we learn through lived experience, not lectures. If you’re building an interview practice or encouraging friends and followers to share their wisdom, this is an inspiring reference point. Listen for how the hosts frame each teller, how pauses are honored, and how small details carry big meaning. It’s a practical masterclass in presence, listening, and the craft of selecting what belongs in a five- to ten-minute arc.