Starting Tuesday, March 16, 2010, RadioPhoenix.Org will air five one-hour episodes of The Moth Radio Hour. Hailed by Garrison Keillor as “…the next big huge hit in public radio,” the series features true stories told in front of a live audience. Each episode mixes humorous, heartbreaking, and poignant tales that captivate audiences with their honesty and bravery.Every episode presents a selection of the very best stories from The Moth, a New York City based non-profit which has been staging live storytelling shows since 1997.
Aired on over 212 stations across the country, RadioPhoenix.Org becomes the first station to bring The Moth Radio Hour to Arizona listeners. The program is produced by Jay Allison at Atlantic Public Media and distributed by PRX, the Public Radio Exchange.
If The Moth Radio Hour has sparked your interest in the art of storytelling, you can find out more about local Valley storytelling events by visiting the Facebook page of the South Mountain Community College Storytelling Institute.
Episode 1: Tues., 3/16, 7pm to 8pm
Episode 2: Wed., 3/17, 10pm to 11pm
Episode 3: Thu., 3/18, 8pm to 9pm
Episode 4: Sat., 3/20, 6pm to 7pm
Episode 5: Sun., 3/21, 5pm to 6pm
Encore of the complete series: Sun., 3/21 through Thu., 3/25, 10pm to 11pm.
The Moth Radio Hour, Episode 1
A batboy for the New York Yankees goes on a wild goose chase for a left-handed bat-stretcher; an Irish-Catholic family obsessed with the Kennedys dedicates a summer to spying on their idols; a comedian experiences the ultimate heartbreak; and a drill sergeant faints at the sight of blood.
The Moth Radio Hour, Episode 2
A severely stuttering child finds solace in speaking to animals and vows to speak for them if he grows up to find his voice. Years later we find him as the world's premier jaguar expert, having a face to face with an animal in the jungle of Belize. Plus, a Texas tale of moon pies and bedazzlers, and the surprising story of a Harlem man who ends up at a rodeo in Oregon.
The Moth Radio Hour, Episode 3
"We're grateful for The Moth...it'll make you laugh, it'll make you think" says Time Out magazine, and this hour is sure to do both. We'd be surprised if it didn't make you shed few tears as well. Hear how celebrated author and writer Adam Gopnik (Paris to the Moon, The New Yorker) embarrasses his son and offends other loved ones by getting lost in the new world of Instant Message abbreviations. Also, stories of first love and unlikely pen pals, and the sad tale of a gay man who comes out to his parents with dramatic consequences.
The Moth Radio Hour, Episode 4
This episode of The Moth Radio Hour includes stories from beloved author Malcolm Gladwell (Outliers, Blink, The Tipping Point) about a wedding prank gone horribly wrong; an African-American home care attendant caring for a dying Klansman; and a miracle survivor of a gang initiation.
The Moth Radio Hour, Episode 5
A man is instructed not to fall in love with his monkey, but fails; renowned performer Sarah Jones (Bridge and Tunnel) finds herself the subject of racial profiling; and the inventor of the Baby Calzone runs into trouble with the Mob.
Last Updated on Thursday, 11 March 2010 08:18
Lunch Unplugged New Schedule!
Written by Henri!
Saturday, 23 January 2010 22:15
Civic Space Park launches Lunch Unplugged Jan. 28
Who: Civic Space Park, Radio Phoenix, Downtown Phoenix Partnership, City of phoenix, ASU’s College of Public Programs
Where: Downtown civic Space Park, 424 N Central Avenue Phoenix
When: Thursdays, January 28 – April 29, 2010 11:00 am- 1:00 pm
What: Free lunchtime music series
PHOENIX – “Lunch Unplugged” is a weekly music showcase in the Civic Space Park featuring a variety of local Metro Phoenix musicians playing acoustic or rhythmic sets. The series begins on Thursday, Jan. 28 and continues though April 29, 424 N Central Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85004. This series is presented through collaboration with Radio Phoenix, the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, Arizona State University’s College of Public Programs, Downtown Phoenix Partnership, and The Fair Trade Store. This showcase aims to provide a lunchtime destination for Phoenix community members and ASU students as well as support the growing music community in Phoenix. The event is a part of the continued efforts by community members, businesses and institutions to bring quality arts and culture to Downtown Phoenix. Featured artists include Vanessa Atalanta, Clinton Switzer of Amen Cowboy, Tobie Milford of the Whisper Lights. Ree Barto, Noel Baodo, Nowhere Man and a Whiskey Girl, and Andrew Hiller of Wizards of Time. ####
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Last Updated on Saturday, 27 February 2010 23:35
Treasure Mammal Podcast
Written by Nick Gortari
Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:59
DJ Nico interviews Phoenix experimetal performance artist: Treasure Mammal
Last Updated on Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:59
Tremulants interview on la Scene
Written by Nick Gortari
Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:56
DJ Nico interviews Phoenix post punk artists: The Tremulants as they finish up their latest album
Last Updated on Wednesday, 10 March 2010 17:02
Of The Earth on La Scene (Podcast)
Written by Nick Gortari
Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:52
DJ Nico interviews Phoenix World Music Artists: Of The Earth.
Last Updated on Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:54
Podcast: Sprayface
Written by Nick Gortari
Sunday, 18 October 2009 17:12
In this episode, DJ Nico interviews Sprayfaceabout their performance at the 2009 October Fender band jam.
Last Updated on Sunday, 18 October 2009 17:12
Best of Phoenix
Written by Nick Gortari
Thursday, 24 September 2009 23:31
Check it out Radio Phoenix made the Best of New Times 2009!
"Best Online Music Station that Should be a Radio Station"
In this episode, the band Sister Cities interviews Fatigo over ice cream. What a great time! Also includes exclusive tracks recorded at Electric Lotus Studio. (Sister Cities has been volunteering for Radio Phoenix). This episode was produced by Carrie Camaro & DJ Nico
Last Updated on Saturday, 03 October 2009 11:52
Celebrating great record labels
Written by Monk
Thursday, 24 September 2009 18:09
You know Radio Phoenix is a big advocate of indie music. That is - music that's independently funded, recorded, distributed, marketed, etc. outside of the big, commercial machine. Not that there isn't amazing stuff coming from the big labels, but there's just so much creativity and originality coming from those DIY bands that find support in the smaller independent labels out in the world.
And competition? You may not know it, there's camaraderie like you wouldn't have guessed! Check out what one record label is doing:
A GREAT RECORD LABEL FOR EVERY LETTER
"Today at Asthmatic Kitty we are launching a new project we're calling "Labels by Alphabet"... Asthmatic Kitty is going to take the next few months to celebrate labels we feel have integrity and good taste... We want to acknowledge and honor folks who are doing things their own way and releasing music that is important for the world to hear... Supporting and promoting independent music in general is good not only for these other businesses but our own."
