My Unsung Hero: Leah Bartell's Story

We often imagine that feelings of unhappiness come from outside us — in our circumstances or the difficult people in our lives. But what if the forces that erode our happiness come from within? Psychologist George Loewenstein joins us to explore why our minds nudge us toward the ... Show More

When historian Kate Bowler was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer, she became fascinated by the ways people try to impose order on events they can't control. She joins us to explore what it means to live fully when life offers no satisfying explanation for the tragedies we may face. ... Show More

Think about the last time you had a discouraging thought. Maybe you told yourself, "This won't work. I'm not cut out for this." Did you take that thought as fact? Last week, we talked with psychologist Martin Seligman about why some people come to believe that their actions don’t ... Show More

At the intersection of scientific advancement and tragedy is the story of US Radium and the young women who stood up to them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p>During her freshman year of college, Sarah is feeling adrift. But a simple comment from one of her professors helps her understand herself in a new way. </p><p>If you like the show, you can support us on our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/HiddenBrain">Patreon page</a>. And b ... Show More

<p>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.</p><p>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 <a href="mailto:myunsunghero@ ... Show More

<p>Sandra is at her wits' end in her job search — until someone unexpectedly helps her out. </p><p>If you like the show, you can support us on our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/HiddenBrain">Patreon page</a>. And please check out our other podcast, <a href="https://hiddenbrain. ... Show More

<p>As Laura undergoes chemotherapy, an X-ray technician says something that makes her feel less self-conscious about her appearance.</p><p><i>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 ... Show More

<p>Alfia is studying to be a nurse, but she soon discovers that science isn’t everything and a higher power is at work.</p> <p>Thank you, Alfia, for sharing your story with us!</p> <p>Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Sudi Watchpress</p> <p>Episodes now drop weekly on F ... Show More

<p>After Laura’s husband gets a fatal diagnosis, he promises to contact her from beyond the grave. But how will she know it’s really him?</p> <p>Thank you, Laura Packer, for sharing this special story with Spooked. Laura’s a storyteller in Minneapolis. You can learn more about La ... Show More

<p>After her car key broke, Betsy was stranded and all alone. Then, the unlikeliest of heroes came to her aid. </p><p>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 <a href="mailto:myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org">myunsu ... Show More