My Unsung Hero

Calvin Lowe recounts a heartwarming story about his son's surgery and a compassionate doctor who eased their worries by assuring them of his dedication to their son's wellbeing.

Mary Griffiths shares her story of dealing with loss and finding hope in a stranger's act of assistance during a frustrating and overwhelming experience in heavy traffic with her new car.

Discover how a young doctor became an unsung hero by saving a gravely ill patient's life through quick thinking and going above and beyond in providing urgent care.

Laura Eshelman's Story explores finding hope in a mental health crisis through a chance encounter with a stranger on the street.

Robin Annexstein's father's sudden death leads to challenges with her passport application, but a call to the US embassy gives her a solution with an emergency temporary passport, allowing her to return home in time.

Katie finds solace in a stranger's comforting hug during a difficult medical ordeal.

In 1979, Wendy was eight years old, crying alone in an airport. Then she saw 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 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Balch honors three trash collectors who taught him to see the humanity in everyone. He reflects on the kindness and empathy of strangers during a difficult time and how it shapes his present-day interactions.

Tessa West recounts how a woman named Becky Bice became an unsung hero by bringing laughter and happy memories during her father's final moments.

A simple act of a generosity from a coffee shop barista helped Hal feel like he was finally a part of his community. 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.