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My Unsung Hero

The daily news can fill us with despair. My Unsung Hero is an antidote to that despair. Each episode reveals what the news ignores: everyday acts of kindness and courage that transformed someone's life. Listen — and renew your faith in humanity. From Hidden Brain Media.

Episodes

Brenda Arnold's Story

When Brenda finds herself alone in a foreign country, a kind woman invites her to lunch. If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And please check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. -- Speak conversationally, like you're...

May 31, 20226 min

Linda Reddish's Story

Linda is a new mom, flying for the first time with her 3-month-old baby. As she begins to board the plane, a stranger comes over and says, 'You're sitting next to me.' If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And please check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make ...

May 26, 20225 min

Roxanne Olson's Story

When Roxanne finds herself in the middle of a bomb scare at Chicago's O'Hare airport, a woman walks up to her and says, "I'm here to help people like you." If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And please check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're ...

May 24, 20226 min

Lauren Passell's Story

When Lauren slips on the ice and breaks her hip, a stranger steps in and gets her to the hospital. If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And please check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. -- Speak conversationally, l...

May 19, 20225 min

Sarah Marshall's Story

During her freshman year of college, Sarah is feeling adrift. But a simple comment from one of her professors helps her understand herself in a new way. If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And be sure to check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're...

May 17, 20224 min

Trieste Erickson's Story

In 2014, at the lowest point of Trieste's life, a stranger's brief comment changes everything. If you like the show, you can support us on our Patreon page . And please check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. -- Speak conversationally, like ...

May 12, 20225 min

Jennifer's Story

A group of girls is bullying Jennifer in middle school. Then someone steps in and changes the way she sees the world. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. -- Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. -- Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. -- Let us know how this person continues to impact your life. -- I...

May 10, 20226 min

Annika Kahn's Story

Annika reunites with her favorite teacher from high school, 97-year-old Flossie Lewis. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing front of y...

May 06, 20226 min

Tony Ludlow's Story

Tony is angry at his English teacher, Mrs. Holman, for making him stay after class. But on the last day of school, she takes his hand, and tells him something he'll never forget. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us...

May 05, 20226 min

Azim Shariff's Story

Azim encounters his high school English teacher in the most unexpected place. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing front of you today,...

May 04, 20226 min

Lila Hoffa's Story

Lila's third grade teacher notices her struggling with writing, and comes up with a way to help. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing ...

May 02, 20226 min

Mary Louise Kelly's Story

Mary Louise loses her wallet while walking home from the bookstore. Then she gets an email from a stranger. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero wer...

Apr 28, 20226 min

Joy Ladin's Story

An audio producer goes above and beyond to help Joy record her book of poetry. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing front of you today...

Apr 26, 20226 min

Laura Holmes Haddad's Story

As Laura undergoes chemotherapy, an X-ray technician says something that makes her feel less self-conscious about her appearance. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your li...

Apr 21, 20224 min

Lori Gottlieb's Story

A stranger in the bathroom reminds Lori of the special bond between therapists and their patients. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standin...

Apr 19, 20226 min

Adrienne Graham's Story

When Adrienne cold calls a stranger, early on in her career, the man on the phone reminds her to believe in herself. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your...

Apr 14, 20225 min

Walter Delgado's Story

Walter is walking through the desert, trying to make it to the U.S. When his legs give out, a stranger comes to his aid. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If ...

Apr 12, 20226 min

Sunita Kramer's Story

Sunita's seven-year-old daughter is getting on a train when she falls into the gap between the train car and the platform. A stranger quickly reacts — and saves her daughter's life. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected] . Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let...

Apr 07, 20225 min

Emmanuel Dzotsi's Story

Emmanuel is having trouble moving furniture into his first adult apartment when strangers come to his aid. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were ...

Apr 05, 20227 min

Ritch Addison's Story

Ritch remembers a friend from high school, and how her act of generosity changed the course of his life. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were st...

Mar 31, 20225 min

Renée's Story

When Renée’s boyfriend loses his passport at the airport, she can tell he’s about to take his anger out on her. But then, a kind man appears and defuses the situation. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why th...

Mar 29, 20224 min

Vige Barrie's Story

On the way to an important meeting, Vige trips and is injured. Two kind strangers come to help. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing fr...

Mar 24, 20225 min

Karl Goldstein's Story

Karl decides to quit piano lessons when he's 12, because his new teacher is too strict. But then she says something that changes his mind, and transforms their relationship. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know ...

Mar 22, 20224 min

LaQuista Erinna's Story

LaQuista’s son Jackson hates getting haircuts. He has autism, and high-sensory experiences give him a lot of anxiety. But one barber’s patience and creativity make all the difference. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Le...

Mar 17, 20225 min

Chewey Clinton's Story

Chewey is a teenager from rural Idaho. He's struggling to come to terms with his sexuality, and a friend is there when Chewey needs him most. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to imp...

Mar 15, 20226 min

Mary Amato's Story

After giving birth to her second child, Mary is struggling with her identity as a stay-at-home mom. But then an older woman says something to her that makes all the difference. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us kn...

Mar 10, 20225 min

John Moe's Story

John is languishing at his job when a woman in HR reminds him of his potential. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero were standing front of you today...

Mar 08, 20226 min

Jamie Spurway's Story

On his first international trip alone, Jamie gets lost in the hustle and bustle of L.A. Before things go too awry, a young woman appears and goes above and beyond to help him. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us kno...

Mar 03, 20226 min

Wendy McDowell's Story

It's 1979, and Wendy is eight years old, crying alone in an airport. Then she sees a woman in white walking toward her. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If yo...

Mar 01, 20226 min

Dorothy Tiernan's Story

As Dorothy's father lies in a hospital bed, dying and in great pain, a nurse bends the rules to come to his aid. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend. --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life. --If your hero...

Feb 24, 20225 min