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    The Moth Radio Hour 1209

    A daughter's naivety deflowered, a businessman's childhood dream, a hitchhiker's 'infamous' ride, Japanese mosh pit etiquette and more...

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    Dec 2, 2012 • 1 min read

    Erin Barker realizes how naïve she's been when she learns the truth about her mother's pregnancy. Successful businessman Alvin Hall, who grew up on a small farm on the Florida Panhandle, reveals his childhood dream. Hitchhiker Paul Teodo's hot temper helps him out of a profoundly dangerous situation when he's picked up by an infamous driver. Exchange student Asam Thurman experiences Japanese mosh pit etiquette. Teenager Ameera Chowdhury does a newspaper review of an Iggy Pop album and gets a surprising response. Hosted by Jenifer Hixson, Senior Producer at The Moth.

    Banner image of Erin Barker by Sarah Stacke

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