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.
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Welcome the Humans, Software, Love - Podcast — my name is Louise Campbell, I’m a digital design researcher or UXR for short, I’m privileged to have worked for some of biggest best technology teams and companies in the world including Facebook. Humans, Software, Love Podcast is a career space where I share conversations and stories with my favorite people in digital product and service design, UX research, software engineering, product management and growth marketing. We also take a look at t ...
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Smart Cherrys Tech Podcast Contains Technical Stuff, Technical Knowledge, Talking With All The Tech Experts Who Are From Different Parts Of The World.
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Welcome to The Ghost Story Book Club. Each episode, along with a special guest, writer and host Adam Z. Robinson discusses the ghost story genre and looks at a different classic ghost story. Authors include: M.R. James, E. Nesbit, Edith Wharton, Edgar Allen Poe, Algernon Blackwood, E.F Benson and many more. You can email your thoughts on the stories to: theghoststorybookclub@gmail.com and follow on Twitter at @ghostclubpod
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When Corey’s car stalled out, several people jumped in 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 yo…
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One day in 2001, Nora called 311 to report abuse she said she had experienced as a child. The voice on the other end offered her compassion, and hope. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you can receive free, confidential support by calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-4673. Do you have your own story of an…
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How about this: The morning after Megan was evicted from her home, her car broke down. She had nowhere to go — until a stranger stepped in 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 forge…
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When Ian got a middle-of-the-night call that his daughter had collapsed, he didn't know what to do. Then, an Uber driver went above and beyond 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 f…
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Janet's sister, Susan, was diagnosed with terminal cancer, and unable to attend her daughter's high school graduation. Then the hospital staff came up with a plan. 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 …
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Mike fell on the sidewalk, and wasn’t able to get up on his own. Then a kind stranger asked how he could help. Episode Notes When Leahruth began to cry at a tollbooth, the toll collector offered unexpected comfort. 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.…
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When a group of girls were bullying Jennifer in middle school, someone unexpected stepped in and changed the way she looked at the world.Von Hidden Brain Media
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When Leahruth began to cry at a tollbooth, the toll collector offered unexpected comfort. 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…
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Nearly 60 years ago, a young boy took action when Denise and a friend were struggling in the ocean. 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 roo…
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As the earth shook beneath Julia's feet during an earthquake, a stranger offered her comfort. 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. --S…
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When Frances was injured in a car accident, a truck driver came over 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 conversatio…
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After getting into a car crash, Lilah was comforted by someone unexpected.Von Hidden Brain Media
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A favorite from the archives: Andy honors his heart donor and her family, who gave him the ultimate gift during a time of intense grief.Von Hidden Brain Media
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After Molly's husband died in a skiing accident, a friend came up with a novel idea to offer support. If you enjoyed today's story, please share it with one or two people in your life. Word-of-mouth recommendations really help us to connect more listeners with the stories we share on this podcast.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Shortly before it was her turn to perform in a piano competition, Angela's nerves were getting the best of her. Then a competitor did something that changed her day — and her life. If you enjoyed today's story, please share it with one or two people in your life. Word-of-mouth recommendations really help us to connect more listeners with the storie…
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Karen felt overwhelmed at the prospect of clearing out her parents’ old belongings. Then someone stepped in to help.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Shalom grew up in an Orthodox Jewish home. When he was seven, his grandmother offered him something small that made him rethink his entire relationship to religion.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Rasha remembers the nurse who treated her ailing mom with uncommon kindness.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Not long after chemotherapy for ovarian cancer, Mary Fran was walking through a mall, self-conscious about losing her hair. Then a stranger came up to her, and told her something that gave her hope.Von Hidden Brain Media
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A favorite from the archives: 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.Von Hidden Brain Media
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In 2006, Patricia's three-year-old son had a grand mal seizure. She was a single mother, with no one to accompany her to the hospital. But an hour into her hospital stay, a familiar face appeared.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Growing up, Joy and her parents were dedicated to helping others. Then they received some life-changing help themselves.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Father Martin remembers an act of generosity by a nun named Sister Janice Farnham.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Growing up, Juleus struggled to read. Then a young teacher saw his potential.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Nicole had a seizure while driving to work. When she woke up in the hospital, she learned about an incredible act of courage by another driver on the road.Von Hidden Brain Media
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After Nick's daughter was diagnosed with cancer, the owner of a restaurant near her hospital made a surprising gesture of support.Von Hidden Brain Media
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John honors the man who saved his life and inspired his vocation of nearly 40 years.Von Hidden Brain Media
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When Paix moved to a new high school, he felt lost and alone. Then an older student said something that gave him a flash of hope.Von Hidden Brain Media
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After fleeing to the US from the Soviet Union, River’s family was struggling to survive. Then, a kind gesture changed their life. 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…
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After Kathryn burned her face in a kitchen accident, the ambulance worker on the ride to the hospital helped her feel like everything was going to be ok.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Nancy was terrified after her husband, Tom, suffered a series of fainting spells. When she asked his doctor what they should do next, the doctor’s answer stunned her — and changed her life.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Bethany was feeling overwhelmed as a single mom with three small children. But one small act of kindness by a neighbor let Bethany know she'd be okay.Von Hidden Brain Media
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A worker at a funeral home makes a special effort to locate the family members of an ailing woman, and unwittingly uncovers a family secret that goes back decades.Von Hidden Brain Media
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After Julie developed a persistent cough, no one seemed to be able to identify the cause. Then, her unsung hero stepped in and saved her life.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Forty years ago, when JoAnne was working the night shift as a neonatal nurse, a baby girl was born terminally ill. JoAnne recalls the way her supervisor, Nancy, went above and beyond to make the baby feel loved.Von Hidden Brain Media
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When Ben got a call about his mother being badly injured, he feared the worst. But when he arrived to the hospital, he learned how a stranger's quick thinking had saved her life.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Biar tells the story of a stranger who approached him on the street in Nairobi, Kenya and "sowed a seed of kindness" that he carries with him today.Von Hidden Brain Media
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When Sandy burst into tears in the supermarket checkout line, a store employee offered her unexpected comfort. If you enjoy this show, be sure to check out our other podcast, Hidden Brain. Each week, we bring you science and stories to help you better understand yourself and the world around you.Von Hidden Brain Media
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A favorite from our archives: Alexandra was struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminded her why she loved her job. 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 forge…
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When Roger's wife was in the cancer ward, a nurse went out of her way to make her last days more comfortable.Von Hidden Brain Media
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In 2010, Justin was sitting on the side of the freeway, hoping someone would help him fix his busted wheel. Right around the time he was about to give up, a van pulled over. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from all of us at My Unsung Hero1Von Hidden Brain Media
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Christmas Special: with Mike Muncer - 'The Treasure of Abbot Thomas' (1974) and 'The Ash Tree' (1975)
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In Series 4, Episode 11 - our Christmas Special - join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Mike Muncer in this episode (recorded live on Zoom on 7 December 2023) as we discuss two class Ghost Story for Christmas films, 'The Treasure of Abbot Thomas' (1974) and 'The Ash Tree' (1975) Mike Muncer is the host and creator of The Evolution of Horror, a w…
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Ellen and her husband were afraid the border guard would confiscate the chemotherapy drugs they were bringing back from Mexico. But then he did something unexpected.Von Hidden Brain Media
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Ten Christmas Ghost Stories
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In Series 4, Episode 10 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, as I count down ten of my favourite Ghost Stories for Christmas! What are your favourites? Tell me on Twitter and Facebook.Von Adam Robinson
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As Teresa was waiting to have a cesarean section, she started to have a panic attack. Just then, a nurse put her hand on Teresa's head and made her feel she was going to be ok. 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 mom…
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'The Upper Berth' by F. Marion Crawford: with Nathan Ballingrud
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In Series 4, Episode 9 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Nathan Ballingrud as we discuss 'The Upper Berth' by F. Marion Crawford Nathan Ballingrud is the author of The Strange, Wounds: Six Stories from the Border of Hell, and North American Lake Monsters, which won the Shirley Jackson Award. A novella, Crypt of the Moon Spider, will appear i…
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Four kind strangers helped Gary when his son with special needs was struggling during a day out in the city. 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-e…
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'Martin's Close' by M.R. James: with Naomi Ryan
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In Series 4, Episode 8 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Naomi Ryan as we discuss 'Martin's Close' by M.R. James Naomi Ryan is a barrister. After completing the BCL at St Catherine’s College, Oxford, she taught criminal law to undergraduates at St Hilda’s College Oxford and University College London before embarking on her career as a crimin…
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Minutes before an important job interview, Oliver realized he'd forgotten his dress shirt. A stranger offered a kind and unexpected solution. 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…
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'Berenice' by Edgar Allan Poe: with Leon Craig
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In Series 4, Episode 7 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Leon Craig as we discuss 'Berenice' by Edgar Allan Poe Leon Craig is a writer and editor from London, now based in Berlin. Her gothic short story collection Parallel Hells was published by Sceptre Books and she is currently working on her first novel. Leon’s fiction has also appeared i…
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