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The Moth Podcast: Live from LA

2024/10/25
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Brian Finkelstein
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Brian Kett
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David Ambrose
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Jess Nurse
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Sarah Austin-Ginesse
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Jess Nurse:讲述了友谊在人生不同阶段的转变,以及如何应对朋友关系的变化和重新建立联系。她分享了从与朋友疏远到最终和解的经历,并探讨了友谊的阶段性和不可避免的改变。 David Ambrose:讲述了他在寄养家庭中遭受虐待的童年经历,以及他如何通过梦想和内心的力量克服困境,最终获得自由和自我认同。他强调了梦想和决心的重要性,以及在逆境中保持希望的重要性。 Brian Kett:讲述了他如何通过飞盘高尔夫这项运动结识一群古怪的朋友,并从中找到了归属感。他分享了与这群“不靠谱”的飞盘高尔夫球友一起寻找丢失飞盘的经历,以及他如何克服社交障碍,最终融入这个群体。

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Why did Jess Nurse feel left out by her friends after they had kids?

Her friends prioritized their family unit, making it difficult for Jess to be included in their lives.

Why did David Ambroz refuse to go back to the basement after being told to?

He had an epiphany that he needed to pursue a better future, which required him to go to school and take a test.

Why did Brian Kett start playing disc golf again during the pandemic?

He was looking for a distanced outdoor activity to clear his head and cope with feeling trapped.

Why did Brian Kett feel like he belonged after the frisbee incident?

He realized that the people he played with, despite being misfits, were kind and compassionate, making him feel part of a community.

Why did Brian Finkelstein's father say 'I love you' during the U2 concert?

His father, who rarely expressed emotions, said it spontaneously and later claimed he was drunk and had no memory of it.

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Brian Finkelstein shares a personal story about his father's unexpected display of vulnerability during a U2 concert in Las Vegas.
  • Brian's father unexpectedly says 'I love you' during a U2 concert.
  • The moment is deeply emotional but later dismissed by his father as a drunken mistake.
  • The story highlights the theme of vulnerability and its complexities.

Shownotes Transcript

We've got a special treat for you this episode! We're featuring a recent Los Angeles GrandSLAM - with hosting, audience slips, music, and of course, great stories. The episode was introduced by Sarah Austin Jenness, and the GrandSLAM was hosted by Brian Finkelstein. The musicians in this episode were Alexander Burke and Ebin Schletter

Storytellers:

Jess Nurse learns a bit about friendship after your twenties.

David Ambroz finds inner strength in a challenging situation.

Brian Kett plays disc-golf with some misfits.