Today is MOTH Monday on Good News Network: In partnership with The Moth, a nonprofit dedicated to the art of storytelling, we bring you the most uplifting speakers from live stages across the world.
Before Alan Gordon became a criminal defense lawyer, he spent years reading mystery novels – primarily the “Encyclopedia Brown” children’s book series.
Even after he became a lawyer, Gordon’s love of mystery compelled him to write mystery novels of his own – but as he took on more and more cases, he was disappointed to realize that his job didn’t involve the same kind of satisfying “eureka!” moments that he read about in his books.
But Gordon finally got to experience his own “Encyclopedia Brown” moment in court when he managed to crack the case of a man who was being charged with throwing a paint can through a window – and even though Gordon says that it was the “least significant case of his career,” he could not contain his delight over his clever discovery.
Listen to his inspiring story below…
The Moth gives people an opportunity to tell a true story in front of a live audience, and sometimes their stories are chosen to air on the radio show, now celebrating its tenth year, and broadcasting on 485+ public radio stations—and on The Moth podcast, which is downloaded over 52 million times a year.
The Moth’s third book, Occasional Magic: True Stories About Defying the Impossible is now available for purchase through your favorite booksellers.
Be Sure And Share This Amusing Tale Of Tenacity With Your Friends On Social Media…