My Unsung Hero

My Unsung Hero

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My Unsung Hero episodes

  • Justin Horner's Story

    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 Hero1 


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    6 min
  • Ellen Butterfield's Story

    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.  

     


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    6 min
  • Teresa Hernandez's Story

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    4 min
  • Gary Dietz's Story

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    7 min
  • Oliver Muensterer's Story

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    5 min
  • Calvin Lowe's Story

    When Calvin’s young son was about to go into surgery, his doctor shared a comforting message.

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    5 min
  • Mary Griffis' Story

    Not long after she lost her brother to suicide, Mary accidentally stalled her car in heavy traffic. As drivers honked and shouted, a stranger slowed down to help.

    If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. You can reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. 


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    5 min
  • Sarah Lubarsky's Story

    The emergency room staff was ignoring Sarah's gravely ill fiancé — until a young doctor stepped in. 

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    5 min
  • Laura Eshelman's Story

    Laura was in a mental health crisis when someone unexpected calmed her down.


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    5 min
  • Robin Annexstein's Story

    More than 10 years ago, when Robin's father died, a man at the U.S. passport office offered a moment of relief. 

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

    -- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.

    Thank you!


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    4 min

About My Unsung Hero

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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…

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