• Clarice's Story
    Nov 19 2024

    On the darkest day of her life, Clarice’s unsung heroes gave her a safe space to feel some joy.

    Editorial note: if you or someone you know is in crisis, there are people who can help. Call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

    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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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    5 mins
  • Emma Carlson Berne's Story
    Nov 12 2024

    Emma was at a restaurant, feeling overwhelmed with her three young children. Then, a stranger came over to tell her just what she needed to hear.

    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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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    4 mins
  • Betsy Cornwell's Story
    Nov 5 2024

    After her car key broke, Betsy was stranded and all alone. Then, the unlikeliest of heroes came to her 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 you're talking to a friend.

    --Let us know why this person continues to impact your life.

    --If your hero were standing in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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    6 mins
  • Brian Perkins' Story
    Oct 29 2024

    After Brian refused to accepted a stranger's help, her actions changed his life forever.

    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.

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    4 mins
  • Jackie Briggs' Story
    Oct 22 2024

    A stranger noticed Jackie at a conference, and realized something was wrong. A favorite episode from our archives.

    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.

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    5 mins
  • Malcolm Campbell's Story
    Oct 15 2024

    ‘A light went off in my head’: Malcolm honors his high school civics teacher, who inspired him to become a teacher himself.

    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.

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    4 mins
  • Samantha Hodge-Williams' Story
    Oct 8 2024

    Samantha was terrified waiting for surgery. Then her anesthesiologist began to sing.

    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.

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    4 mins
  • Corey Widmer's Story
    Oct 1 2024

    When Corey’s car stalled in the middle of a busy intersection, he was surprised by who stepped up 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 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.

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    4 mins