My Unsung Hero

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My Unsung Hero

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.

  1. Megan Atherton Reunites With Her Unsung Hero

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    Megan Atherton Reunites With Her Unsung Hero

    In the years since we first launched this podcast, we've long wanted to reunite an interviewee with their unsung hero. This week, we're thrilled to share one such reunion, between former guest Megan Atherton and her hero, Toni Cranston. Megan and Toni remember the day they first met 15 years ago, and discuss how Megan's life has changed in the years since then. Today on the show, we bring you a special Thanksgiving episode: After over 15 years, former guest Megan Atherton is reunited with her unsung hero.

    10 min

  2. 19 NOV

    Clarice's Story

    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.

    5 min
  3. Emma Carlson Berne's Story

    12 NOV

    Emma Carlson Berne's Story

    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.

    4 min

  4. 5 NOV

    Betsy Cornwell's Story

    After her car key broke, Betsy was stranded and all alone. Then, the unlikeliest of heroes came to her aid.

    6 min

  5. 29 OCT

    Brian Perkins' Story

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

    4 min

  6. 22 OCT

    Jackie Briggs' Story

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

    5 min

  7. 15 OCT

    Malcolm Campbell's Story

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

    4 min

  8. 8 OCT

    Samantha Hodge-Williams' Story

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

    4 min
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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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