My Unsung Hero: Sanaa Kerroumi's Story

<p>If you’re a parent or a teacher, you’ve probably wondered how to balance play and safety for the kids in your care. You don’t want to put children in danger, but you also don’t want to rob them of the joy of exploration. This week, we revisit a favorite conversation with psych ... Show More

<p>There’s a tradition around many Thanksgiving dinner tables that’s as consistent as pumpkin pie: the family stories that get told year after year. Sometimes these stories are funny; sometimes they make us roll our eyes. No matter how we feel about them, we rarely pause to consi ... Show More

<p>Entrepreneurs typically have no shortage of passion, heart, and vision. But at Stanford University, <a href="https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/hayagreeva-rao" target="_blank">Huggy Rao</a> says there are other elements that may matter more when it comes to ... 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>When Pierce is hurt in a crash, a stranger stays by his side.</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.org/">Hidden Brain</a>.</p>< ... 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