Hidden Brain Staff

Jamil Zaki’s Story

It’s one in the morning, and a doctor has just told Jamil some difficult news about his newborn daughter. But instead of getting back to work, the doctor pulls up a chair. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the […]

Jamil Zaki’s Story Read More »

Alexandra Middlewood’s Story

Alexandra is struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminds her of why she loves her job. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading and find more useful resources

Alexandra Middlewood’s Story Read More »

Both Things Can Be True

It’s psychologically simpler to see the world in black and white. But reality often comes in shades of gray. This week, how our minds grapple with contradictions, especially those we see in other people.  Additional Resources Research: Acculturation Strategies and Integrative Complexity: The Cognitive Implications of Biculturalism. Carmit T. Tadmor, Philip E. Tetlock, Kaiping Peng.

Both Things Can Be True Read More »

Work 2.0: The One-Room Commute

If you’re working from home, you might be reveling in your daily commute to the dining room table. Or you might be saying, “Get me out of here.” In the final episode of our Work 2.0 series, economist Nicholas Bloom joins us from his spare bedroom to ponder whether working from home is actually working.  Podcast: Subscribe

Work 2.0: The One-Room Commute Read More »

Vanessa Grace Miller’s Story

When Vanessa has a life-threatening allergic reaction in a foreign country, her young tour guide steps in to help. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading and find more useful resources and links.

Vanessa Grace Miller’s Story Read More »

Lorrie Paul’s Story

It’s 1996, and Lorrie is visiting her ailing father in the hospital. She’s crying in the hallway near his room when a kind stranger walks by. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading

Lorrie Paul’s Story Read More »

Heather Church’s Story

Heather slips on the stairs at a busy clothing store. As she begins to fall backward, she hears a noise behind her. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading and find more useful

Heather Church’s Story Read More »

Alie Ward’s Story

It’s 2013, and Alie’s year is going terribly. Then she gets a Facebook message from a generous stranger. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading and find more useful resources and links. Read

Alie Ward’s Story Read More »

Adrianne Drazin’s Story

Adrianne is on a long overseas flight with her baby and two young children. After she exits the plane, she notices a family nearby, waiting for something.  Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is

Adrianne Drazin’s Story Read More »

Lesia Day’s Story

Lesia’s mother, Stephany, is used to coming over for a visit on Sundays. But one Sunday, Stephany doesn’t show up. Podcast: Subscribe to the My Unsung Hero Podcast on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode. Newsletter: Go behind the scenes, see what Shankar is reading and find more useful resources and

Lesia Day’s Story Read More »

Hidden Brain Media