My Unsung Hero: Sanaa Kerroumi's Story

How do the groups you identify with shape your sense of self? Do they influence the beer you buy? The way you vote? In this favorite episode from 2021, psychologist Jay Van Bavel explains how our group loyalties affect us more than we realize, and can even shape our basic senses ... Show More

We tend to see depression as an illness to eliminate, evidence that something has gone wrong in the brain. But what if low mood serves a purpose? Psychologist Jonathan Rottenberg examines the evolutionary roots of depression and reflects on his own painful experience with suicida ... Show More

Disgust is a strong emotion, one designed by evolution to protect us from danger and diseases. But disgust also spills into other areas of our lives, influencing our morals, our intuitions about right and wrong, even our politics. We talk with psychologist David Pizarro about how ... Show More

<p>Juleus is in elementary school, and he can't read. But then a new teacher convinces him to believe in himself. </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 ... 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>After Susan rushed to the hospital to check on her sick father, a stranger offered her comfort in an unexpected way. </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. </i></p><p ... Show More

<p>In 2009, Ayanna was walking through Tokyo, without an umbrella, when it started to rain. Then a stranger appeared by her side.</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 myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. </p> ... Show More

<p>In 1979, Wendy was eight years old, crying alone in an airport. Then she saw a woman in white walking toward her.</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. </i></p><p><i> ... Show More

<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>A favorite episode from the archives: 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.</p><p>Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and ... Show More

<p>A favorite from our archives: Alexandra was struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminded her why she loved her job.</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 myunsunghe ... Show More

<p>Throughout middle school, Jennifer was bullied by a group of girls in her class. Then, someone unexpected stepped in and changed the way she saw the world.</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 my ... Show More