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My Unsung Hero

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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.
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Paix Auslander's Story

Paix Auslander's Story

2024-03-2603:38

When Paix moved to a new high school, he felt lost and alone. Then an older student said something that gave him a flash of hope.
River Adams' Story

River Adams' Story

2024-03-1904:39

After fleeing to the US from the Soviet Union, River’s family was struggling to survive. Then, a kind gesture changed their 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Kathryn Fumie's Story

Kathryn Fumie's Story

2024-03-1204:10

After Kathryn burned her face in a kitchen accident, the ambulance worker on the ride to the hospital helped her feel like everything was going to be ok.
Nancy Pardo's Story

Nancy Pardo's Story

2024-03-0504:56

Nancy was terrified after her husband, Tom, suffered a series of fainting spells. When she asked his doctor what they should do next, the doctor’s answer stunned her — and changed her life.
Bethany  was feeling overwhelmed as a single mom with three small children. But one small act of kindness by a neighbor let Bethany know she'd be okay.
Mas Masumoto's Story

Mas Masumoto's Story

2024-02-2004:21

A worker at a funeral home makes a special effort to locate the family members of an ailing woman, and unwittingly uncovers a family secret that goes back decades. 
After Julie developed a persistent cough, no one seemed to be able to identify the cause. Then, her unsung hero stepped in and saved her life. 
JoAnne Foley's Story

JoAnne Foley's Story

2024-02-0604:01

Forty years ago, when JoAnne was working the night shift as a neonatal nurse, a baby girl was born terminally ill. JoAnne recalls the way her supervisor, Nancy, went above and beyond to make the baby feel loved.
Ben Gomes' Story

Ben Gomes' Story

2024-01-3003:44

When Ben got a call about his mother being badly injured, he feared the worst. But when he arrived to the hospital, he learned how a stranger's quick thinking had saved her life. 
Biar Kon's Story

Biar Kon's Story

2024-01-2303:33

Biar tells the story of a stranger who approached him on the street in Nairobi, Kenya and "sowed a seed of kindness" that he carries with him today.
Sandy Renner's Story

Sandy Renner's Story

2024-01-1602:19

When Sandy burst into tears in the supermarket checkout line, a store employee offered her unexpected comfort.If you enjoy this show, be sure to check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Each week, we bring you science and stories to help you better understand yourself and the world around you. 
A favorite from our archives: Alexandra was struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminded her why she loved her job.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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Roger Lynn's Story

Roger Lynn's Story

2024-01-0204:322

When Roger's wife was in the cancer ward, a nurse went out of her way to make her last days more comfortable. 
Justin Horner's Story

Justin Horner's Story

2023-12-2605:13

In 2010, Justin was sitting on the side of the freeway, hoping someone would help him fix his busted wheel. Right around the time he was about to give up, a van pulled over.Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from all of us at My Unsung Hero1 
Ellen and her husband were afraid the border guard would confiscate the chemotherapy drugs they were bringing back from Mexico. But then he did something unexpected.   
As Teresa was waiting to have a cesarean section, she started to have a panic attack. Just then, a nurse put her hand on Teresa's head and made her feel she was going to be ok.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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Gary Dietz's Story

Gary Dietz's Story

2023-12-0506:41

Four kind strangers helped Gary when his son with special needs was struggling during a day out in the city. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Minutes before an important job interview, Oliver realized he'd forgotten his dress shirt. A stranger offered a kind and unexpected solution. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Calvin Lowe's Story

Calvin Lowe's Story

2023-11-2104:021

When Calvin’s young son was about to go into surgery, his doctor shared a comforting message.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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. 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, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
Mary Griffis' Story

Mary Griffis' Story

2023-11-1404:41

Not long after she lost her brother to suicide, Mary accidentally stalled her car in heavy traffic. As drivers honked and shouted, a stranger slowed down to help.If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. You can reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. 
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waytobeap

wow

Jan 10th
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Mae Arant

this one made me cry.

Sep 24th
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Em

I love NPR. I love and treasure and am grateful for quality journalism. But I am also a critical thinker, and this story made me gag — particularly when she vaguely alluded to current war(s). She lives an extremely expensive and comfortable life, and is walking home with three brand-new books from a nice bookstore when she loses her wallet and ends up with a Cadbury egg because other similarly-privileged people are really nice, The End. That’s a story? Moral of the story, to me anyway: I should’ve tried harder to be a famous farmer and mom, not just normal one. Then I could care less and have more time to appreciate the little things.

May 2nd
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Pamela Nakagawa

Big fan !!!

May 2nd
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Anneke Kapteyn

Just discovered your show. Thank you for reminding us of the good in the world. ❤️

Feb 22nd
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Alex W

❤️

Feb 22nd
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