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The Moth Radio Hour: Rooted in the Past

2024/9/24
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Hannah Drake's trip to Senegal's Door of No Return sparked a journey into her family's history, revealing a past obscured by slavery. A conversation with her mother uncovered a hidden history of cotton picking and a lost lineage, leading Hannah to confront the erasure of her family's past and embrace her role as a storyteller.
  • Hannah Drake's trip to Senegal's Door of No Return sparked a journey to uncover her family history.
  • Her mother revealed a hidden past of cotton picking, highlighting the lasting impact of slavery.
  • Hannah's experience led her to confront the erasure of black history and embrace her role as a storyteller.

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In this hour, stories of the past echoing into our present. A history lost to slavery, modern life clashing with religion, going from a party lifestyle to a corporate gig, and using memories of an injury to help others. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.Storytellers:

After a trip to Senegal's Door of No Return, Hannah Drake tries to piece together a family history obliterated by slavery.  Craig Mangum explores his relationship to Mormonism and its sacred garments. Luanne Sims has to grow up fast when she gets her first real job.Dan Ariely is called upon to help a fellow burn survivor. 

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