My Unsung Hero

Alice and her sister are exhausted after a long flight to Budapest. Then a young man on the street offers help right when they need it.  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. -- Spe...

After Rebecca left an abusive relationship, she felt broken. She told her counselor, "I can't do this." Then her counselor told her something that she will never forget. If you or someone you know is experiencing partner abuse, you can find support from the National Domestic Violence Hotline in the United States at 1-800-799-7233. That's 1-800-799-SAFE. You can also text START to 88788. Do you hav...

Ken Wilcox's life felt hopeless, like there was nowhere left to turn. Then a simple act from a stranger on the street changed his perspective, and his life. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, there are people who can help. Call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. If you live outside of the United States, you can find your country's crisis hotline from the I...

After Brandon, a teacher,  learned that his new niece was delivered stillborn, his entire school was informed of the loss. None of his students talked to him the next day — except for one young student named Marissa. First Candle operates a 24-hour grief counseling line in the United States for anyone who has experienced the loss of an infant. That number is 800-221-7437.   Do you have your own st...

A favorite episode from the archives: About ten years ago, Justin’s tire blew out, and so he sat on the side of a freeway, hoping someone would help. Right around the time he was about to give up, a van pulled over. 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...

Lauryn and her fiance were in danger of drowning when a surfer came to their rescue.  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 frien...

A favorite episode from the archives: In 1997, Apryle was in a major car crash. A stranger stopped to help her, her boyfriend, and her dogs. 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. --...

When Dell was a kid, her sister was badly injured in an accident.  As her sister was being rushed to the hospital, a stranger stepped in to comfort Dell, a gesture she's never forgotten.  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.  -- M...

A favorite episode from the archives: In 2008, while driving to work, Rick crashed into a slab of granite rock. He was hanging upside down in his seatbelt when he saw an old Ford truck pull over across the road. 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...

In 2009, Ayanna was walking through Tokyo, without an umbrella, when it started to rain. Then a stranger appeared by her side. 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 convers...

A favorite episode from the archives: 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. 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...

Sandra is at her wits' end in her job search — until someone unexpectedly helps her out.  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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org.  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will...

Juleus is in elementary school, and he can't read. But then a new teacher convinces him to believe in himself.  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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org.  Some guidance: -- Focus on ON...

When Pierce is hurt in a crash, a stranger stays by his side. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org.  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget.  -- Make sure...

After a car crash, Jeff is flustered as he makes sure his children are okay. A stranger steps out of the crowd to help.  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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org.  Some guidance: -- Foc...

Aya is beginning to panic during a long and painful medical procedure, when a technician gives her a soothing back rub. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Fo...

An employee in a shoe store gently helps Joe's wife, Joani, who is struggling with Alzheimer's. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that y...

When menacing strangers surround Cynthia in a phone booth, a savior appears out of nowhere. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you w...

This week, a favorite episode from the archives: Betsy 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.  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 voi...

Heather is overwhelmed with grief when a woman at her church says something that makes her feel less alone. 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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE mo...

This week, a favorite episode from the archives: It’s 2013, and Alie’s year is going terribly. Then she gets a Facebook message from a generous stranger.  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 myunsunghero@hidde...

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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment that you will...

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 myuns...

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 myunsunghero@hidd...

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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org .  Some guidance: -- Focus on ONE moment tha...