My Unsung Hero

Hidden Brain Media

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.

  • 4 minutes 19 seconds
    Everett Miller's Story

    At 15, Everett was about to steal a shirt at the mall when a girl saw him and whispered, “It’s not worth it.” He stopped, and decades later, he still thinks about that moment.

    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 [email protected]

    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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    14 April 2026, 10:00 am
  • 5 minutes 4 seconds
    Jay's Story

    After making a series of unfortunate choices, Jay found himself sitting in a jail cell, alone and hopeless. But a fellow inmate's words brought him comfort, and changed the course of his life. 

    If you or someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. If you're inside the U.S., call or text 988. If you’re outside the U.S., you can find your country's resources here: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/

    Image credit: Bekeen.co via unsplash.com

    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 [email protected]

    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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    7 April 2026, 10:00 am
  • 4 minutes 37 seconds
    John's Story

    A few years ago, John’s daughter developed a sudden illness, later discovered to be a condition known as PANDAS, and for months she could barely leave the house. On the first warm day of the year, he brought her outside. A man drove by, rolled down his window, and said something John will never forget.

    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 [email protected]

    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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    31 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 4 minutes 25 seconds
    Holly Deiaco-Smith's Story

    After a few weeks of studying abroad in France, Holly felt overwhelmed and homesick. But an encounter with a stranger at the post office changed everything, and led to a decades-long friendship. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    24 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 4 minutes 3 seconds
    Dan Roche's Story

    Dan was born with a cataract that left him mostly blind in one eye. As a kid, he was painfully self-conscious about it. At baseball practice one day, his coach noticed he was losing sight of the ball and helped him adjust. Fifty years later, it’s still a small act of kindness Dan has 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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 4 minutes 38 seconds
    Ana Maria Cuenca's Story

    In the 1990s, Ana Maria's father drove a taxi in Miami. One repeat passenger had a ritual: at the end of every ride, he’d give her father $20 for Ana Maria to “buy something nice.” One day, the man pulled out a $50 bill — the exact amount she needed to apply to her dream school.

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    10 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 4 minutes 10 seconds
    Julie Labes' Story

    After waiting in the ER for what felt like hours, Julie wondered if she was ever going to get the help she needed. Then, just as her pain became unbearable, a stranger stepped up to help — saving Julie's life in the process. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    3 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 4 minutes 25 seconds
    Jean Muenchrath's Story

    After Jean was badly injured in a mountaineering accident, she had to hike through treacherous conditions to get to the trailhead. By the time she arrived, her condition was deteriorating quickly. But a stranger stepped in and went above and beyond to ensure she survived. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    24 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 4 minutes 12 seconds
    Olivia Joffrey's Story

    When Olivia was in sixth grade, her teacher planned a Father’s Day softball game for students and their dads. But Olivia's father had recently been moved into a hospital with a rare case of both Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, and couldn't be there. A young man named Bob showed up in his place. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 4 minutes 43 seconds
    Barbara Alvarez's Story

    Two months before their daughter started college, Barbara's husband unexpectedly died. On the day Barbara moved her daughter into her dorm, she was hit hard by the realization that she was a single parent. But an unsung hero stepped in and made sure the move-in was seamless. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    10 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 4 minutes 40 seconds
    Kristi Reeves' Story

    On the day her divorce was finalized, Kristi set out alone on a mountain hike. When she broke down on the trail, a stranger asked if she needed a hug — and helped her find the strength to keep going. 

    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 [email protected]

    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.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    3 February 2026, 11:00 am
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