My Unsung Hero

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 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 y...

Sanaa is on her train ride home when an angry man begins threatening her. Before he gets too close, a stranger intervenes. Please share the story of your unsung hero with us! To do so, record a voice memo on your phone and email us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

When Deb Merchant was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003, her partner Scott Stevens was at her side through every part of her treatment.  It made all the difference in her recovery. Please share the story of your unsung hero with us! To do so, record a voice memo on your phone and email us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

It's 1994, and two men approach Leah on a dark street as she's walking home. Then she sees a car, and a glimmer of hope. We'd love to hear your own story: send  a voice memo to myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nicole has a seizure while driving to work. When she wakes up in the hospital, she learns about an incredible act of courage by another driver on the road. Share your own story with us! Record a voice memo and email it to us at mysunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Betsy Cox is having one of those days where everything feels like a struggle. But then a kind stranger offers a few simple words that shift her perspective.  Please share the story of your unsung hero with us! To do so, record a voice memo on your phone and email us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

As Carolyn struggles to cope with her mother's terminal illness, a colleague gently reaches out to help. We'd love to hear your own story of an unsung hero. Record a voice memo on your phone and email us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Julie is having a very bad day. She's hiding out in the library when a stranger offers a comforting gift. We'd love to hear your own story: send  a voice memo to myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's the middle of the night, and Vanessa and her husband are stranded on an Alaskan highway. Just when they've given up hope, a car pulls over.  To share your unsung hero story with us, please record a voice memo on your phone and send it to  myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. And thanks!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...

It’s 2013, and Sophia is having a bad day at the airport. As she quietly cries on a bench, a stranger approaches her with words of comfort. To share your unsung hero story with us, please record a voice memo on your phone and send it to myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. And thanks!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

Justin’s tire has blown out, and he’s sitting on the side of a freeway, hoping someone will help. Right around the time he’s about to give up, a van pulls over. And we’d love to hear your own story: send a voice memo to myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alexandra is struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminds her of why she loves her job. Tell us about an unsung hero in your life! To do so, please go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to record and send us your story.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

It’s one in the morning, and a doctor has just told Jamil some difficult news about his newborn daughter. But instead of getting back to work, the doctor pulls up a chair. If you’d like to tell us about an unsung hero in your life, please go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to record and send us your story. And thanks! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in...

When Vanessa has a life-threatening allergic reaction in a foreign country, her young tour guide steps in to help. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's 1996, and Lorrie is visiting her ailing father in the hospital. She's crying in the hallway near his room when a kind stranger walks by. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. If you like the show, please share it with a friend, or write a review! And if you'd like to share your unsung hero with us, go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to do so.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Heather slips on the stairs at a busy clothing store. As she begins to fall backward, she hears a noise behind her. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s 2013, and Alie’s year is going terribly. Then she gets a Facebook message from a generous stranger. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adrianne is on a long overseas flight with her baby and two young children. After she exits the plane, she notices a family nearby, waiting for something.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lesia's mother, Stephany, is used to coming over for a visit on Sundays. But one Sunday, Stephany doesn't show up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a few days after her mother's death, and Terri is at the checkout line in a grocery store. As she turns to leave, the bagger stops her, and asks a question.   We love to hear from you. Record a message about your own unsung hero and send it to ideas@hiddenbrain.org, with the subject line “Unsung Hero.” Find recording tips and what we're looking for here .  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

In 2008, while driving to work, Rick crashes into a slab of granite rock. He's hanging upside down in his seatbelt when he sees an old Ford truck pull over across the road. Tell us your own story of an unsung hero — go here to find out what we're looking for, and then send your recording to ideas@hiddenbrain.org, with the subject line “Unsung Hero.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

A stranger notices Jackie at a conference, and realizes something is wrong. If you have your own story of an unsung hero, we want to hear about it. Go here to find out what we're looking for, and how to record.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Each week, we share a story about a moment when one person helped another in a time of need. And we show you how these acts of heroism — some big, some small — transformed someone’s life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.