My Unsung Hero

Today, we bring you a bonus episode from the team at StoryCorps, whose mission is record, preserve, and share the stories of Americans from all backgrounds and beliefs. We'll hear from people who refused to give up on someone — even when the odds were long, or when it seemed like the person might be lost forever.  

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After her husband died, Connie received unexpected advice from an insurance agent: when people offer help, "let them."
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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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At age 6, Tom wandered away from his family’s campsite and spent a cold night alone on the Lake Superior shoreline. A stranger walked through the dark to find him and carried him back to safety — a moment Tom believes may have saved his life.
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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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A favorite from 2023: John remembers the quick thinking of his hospital roommate, who called for help when John’s speech began to slur, and may have saved his life.
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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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At a neighborhood park, a young boy noticed Natalie's young foster daughter using a walker. His reaction left her with an unexpected feeling of hope for the future. 
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 in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.