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On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the Moon. Our pilot episode asks the question: What if they crashed? This story is based on a real speech written for Richard Nixon in 1969 called "In Event of Moon Disaster." Performed by Matt Evans and Ed Herbstman, with John Ottavino as Richard Nixon. Written and produced by Jonathan Mitchell, and edited by Hillary Frank.

Moon Graffiti

New European Democracies Project hosted a breakfast roundtable&nbsp;with Nurlan Ermekbayev, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Mr. Ermekbayev will discuss recent political developments in Kazakhstan, including the April 3rd presidential elections, as well the country&rsquo;s foreign policy priorities.Also participating at the roundtable will be Mr. (Read more at https://csis.org/events/kazakhstan-political-developments-and-upcoming-presidential-elections)

Kazakhstan: Political Developments and the Upcoming Presidential Elections

While tracking the Soviets, a submarine crew goes deeper than they thought possible...

With Gregory Jones, Chris McKinney, Russell G. Jones, Billy Griffin Jr., Reynaldo Piniella, and Michael Cullen. Written by Louis Kornfeld and Chris Kipiniak. Produced by Jonathan Mitchell.

A Drop in the Ocean

Waste your adolescence waiting to hear someone say, "You Jump, I Jump"? In honor of Valentines Day, tales of kids whose romantic notions were totally "Jacked" by Titanic. The Mortified Podcast is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.  Listen @ getmortified.com/podcast

88: Titanic Ruined My Love Life

As the world entered the Atomic Age, humankind faced a new fear that permeated just about every aspect of daily life: the threat of nuclear war. And while the violent applications of atomic research had already been proven, governments and scientists hoped this powerful technology held promise for peaceful applications as well. As part of the "Atoms For Peace" efforts, experts would be mobilized to apply atomic science to the fields of energy, medicine, and agriculture. One of the products of these initiatives were the atomic gardens of the 1950s and 60s—experiments that used radioactive material to genetically alter plants into what they hoped would be better, stronger breeds. And the legacies of these largely forgotten experiments are still around today in the form of fruits, vegetables, and grains that can be found in grocery stores and markets the world over.

248- Atom in the Garden of Eden

If you've ever been alone on Valentine's Day, this story is for you. It's performed by Eliza Skinner, Birch Harms, and Curtis Gwinn, who improvised all of the dialogue. It was originally produced in 2009 for Weekend Amercia, Hillary Frank was the editor, and it was produced by Jonathan Mitchell.

Eat Cake

As we finish up some new stories for the podcast, here's a selection of three short pieces from the archives. These were all made by taking different characters from different movies or tv shows, and editing them together so it sounds like they're talking to one another. The result is a satirical mash-up that's a completely new story. Included in this podcast: Terminally Blonde (2003), Sopranos in the West Wing (2004), and Buster and Spongebob in Love (2005).

Movie Mash-Ups

A taxi driver is working on his anniversary, and gets more than he expected when he picks up a couple in Lower Manhattan. Featuring: Christian Paluck as The Driver, Chet Siegel as Mary, Louis Kornfeld as Frank, and Amy Warren as Morgan. With Ed Herbstman, Melanie Hoopes, Charlotte Rabbe, and Jamie Rivera. Written by The Truth, and produced by Jonathan Mitchell.

Interruptible

This is the interview playing on the car radio during our story "Interruptible." Only a small portion of it is heard in the story, here it is in its entirety. It was improvised by Ed Herbstman and Melanie Hoopes.

Interruptible - Bonus Material

THE TRUTH is movies for your ears. We make short, often darkly funny stories that take you to unexpected places. Every story is different, and they're usually around 10 to 20 minutes long. If you're new, some good starting places are: In Good Hands, You're Not Alone, Do You Have a Minute for Equality, Tape Delay, or whatever's most recent. Listening with headphones is encouraged!

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A Drop in the Ocean

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