Calvin Lowe's Story

When Solitaire was 18, she had a stroke. When she got to the hospital, doctors and nurses accused her of being on drugs. Then, her unsung hero arrived, and ensured she got the care she needed. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo ...  Show more

During her freshman year of college, Jennifer felt like the world was collapsing around her. One particularly bad day, a stranger stepped in and gave her hope for the future. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to u ...  Show more

Captain EJ's Notes from the Field | Transmission #5 — Hero, some things are better left unsaid—like harsh words or too much focus on ‘I.’ But kind, truthful words? Those should always be spoken. So here’s mine: you’re the only Hero I’d want by my side, and I’m grateful for you ev ...  Show more

Justin is  sitting on the side of the freeway, hoping someone will help him fix his busted wheel. Right around the time he’s about to give up, a van pulls over.

Would you like to share the story of an unsung hero who helped you in a moment of need? If so, please recor ...

“Fly the plane”, volunteer and keep asking why. Andy is an airline pilot from Northern Ireland. He tells his son to avoid being thrown off course by life’s many distractions, volunteer for everything, and keep asking questions. The final golden rule? Always stand up to inappropri ...  Show more

Longtime Hidden Brain listeners know that for years, we've thanked an unsung hero at the end of every episode. Now, we're launching a new show inspired by that tradition. Each week, we'll share a short story about a moment when one person helped another in a time of need. And ...