Featured Bios
Here are some bios of these real life heroes.
People with Disabilities V.01
People with Disabilities V.01
Andrea Bocelli
Experience the awe-inspiring story of Andrea Bocelli, a blind Italian tenor who became one of the best-selling music artists.
Musician
Disability
Judy Heumann
Explore the impactful life of Judy Heumann, a key figure in shaping legislation and policies for disability rights and inclusion.
Activist
Disability
Government
Peter Dinklage
Make some change by meeting Peter Dinklage’s journey to fame, an acclaimed actor known for his diverse and powerful performances.
Disability
Actor
Frida Kahlo
Come meet Frida Kahlo. She is known for her unique art, a blend of personal experiences, vivid colors, and Mexican culture.
Disability
Artist
Mexican
Latin
Stevie Wonder
Dive into the world of Stevie Wonder, a musical prodigy who became one of the most successful artists of the 20th century.
Disability
Musician
Erik Weihenmayer
Be inspired by Erik Weihenmayer, an American mountaineer and the first blind person to climb the Seven Summits, including Mount Everest.
Athlete
Disability
Haben Girma
Learn about Haben Girma, a deafblind lawyer and disability rights advocate, changing the world with her advocacy for accessibility and inclusion.
Disability
Activist
Legal
Female
Stephen Hawking
Join us in exploring the groundbreaking contributions of Stephen Hawking in theoretical physics, cosmology, and black hole theories.
Disability
STEM
Lawrence Carter-Long
Discover the impactful advocacy of Lawrence Carter-Long in disability rights and his role in national disability policy.
Activist
Disability
Media
Male
Wilma Rudolph
Learn about Wilma Rudolph, who overcame polio to become a world-record-holding Olympic champion and a symbol of strength.
Disability
Athlete
Black
Female
Indigenous Americans V.02
Indigenous Americans V.02
Jim Thorpe
Learn about Jim Thorpe, the first Native American Olympic gold medalist. His story is a testament to resilience and talent.
Native American
Athlete
Founder
Sacagawea
Discover Sacagawea's pivotal role as a guide and interpreter in the Lewis and Clark Expedition, shaping American history.
Native American
Leader
Female
Ada Deer
Learn about Ada Deer's lifelong dedication to Native American rights and her historic role in the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Native American
Activist
Leader
Female
Sherman Alexie
Delve into the touching works of Sherman Alexie, a storyteller exploring themes of Native American life through literature and film.
Native American
Writer
Film
Poetry
Maria Martinez
Learn about Maria Martinez, who revitalized Pueblo pottery with her unique black-on-black style, gaining international fame.
Native American
Artist
Design
Chief Joseph
Take a stance and explore the legacy of Chief Joseph, a Nez Perce leader known for his resistance against U.S. government policies.
Native American
Leader
Male
Vine Deloria Jr.
Explore the influential work of Vine Deloria Jr., an author and activist fiercely advocating for Native American rights.
Native American
Writer
Activist
Male
Suzan Shown Harjo
Delve into the life of Suzan Shown Harjo, a Native American activist dedicated to cultural preservation and political advocacy.
Native American
Activist
Founder
Female
Charles Curtis
Gather around and learn about Charles Curtis, the first Kaw Nation Native American Vice President of the United States, and his political legacy.
Native American
Politician
Government
Male
Billy Mills
Run over and be inspired by Billy Mills, an Olympic gold medalist and advocate for Native American rights and youth empowerment.
Native American
Athlete
Founder
Muslims of the West V.03
Muslims of the West V.03
Ibtihaj Muhammad
Discover Ibtihaj Muhammad, the first Muslim-American woman in hijab at the Olympics. A true inspiration for aspiring athletes.
Muslim-American
Athlete
Female
Riz Ahmed
Delve into the versatile career of Riz Ahmed, a British Pakistani actor and rapper known for breaking cultural barriers.
Actor
Musician
Muslim-American
Male
G. Willow Wilson
Dive into the creative world of G. Willow Wilson, an award-winning author and co-creator of the first Muslim Marvel Comics character.
Muslim-American
Author
Female
Mohamed Bzeek
Be inspired by Mohamed Bzeek, a Libyan-born American man who selflessly cares for terminally ill foster children in Los Angeles.
Muslim-American
Male
Humanitarian
Zaha Hadid
Explore and marvel at the groundbreaking work and designs of Zaha Hadid, the first woman to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize.
Muslim-American
Architect
Female
Environmentalist
Omar Suleiman
Discover Omar Suleiman's work in promoting interfaith dialogue and combating Islamophobia as a Muslim scholar and leader.
Activist
Muslim-American
Male
Amani Al-Khatahtbeh
Listen to Amani Al-Khatahtbeh's journey as a Muslim American journalist, author, and activist, empowering Muslim women.
Muslim-American
Author
Female
Activist
Muhammad Ali
Relive the legacy of Muhammad Ali, an iconic boxer and philanthropist, celebrated as one of the greatest athletes of all time.
Athlete
Activist
Ilhan Omar
Follow Ilhan Omar's journey as one of the first Muslim women in Congress, known for her progressive and inclusive policies.
Muslim-American
Politician
Female
Immigrant
Hasan Minhaj
Dive into and laugh at the sharp and insightful world of Hasan Minhaj, a comedian renowned for his political and social commentary.
Muslim-American
Comedian
Actor
Male
Writer
Producer
Inspirational Koreans V.04
Inspirational Koreans V.04
Chloe Kim
Explore Chloe Kim's journey to become the youngest Olympic snowboarding medalist. A role model for young sports enthusiasts.
Korean
Athlete
Bong Joon-ho
Uncover the genius storytelling of Bong Joon-ho, the first director of a non-English film to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
Korean
Director
Male
Yeonmi Park
Follow and be amazed at Yeonmi Park's harrowing escape from North Korea and her advocacy against human rights abuses all over the world.
Korean
Activist
Female
Hero
Refugee
Nam June Paik
Explore and watch the innovative art of Nam June Paik, a trailblazer in video art and a pivotal figure in contemporary art.
Korean
Artist
Korean-American
Composer
Sculptor
Steven Yeun
Get to know Steven Yeun, known for his role in "The Walking Dead" and recently awarded an Emmy for his role in “Beef.”
Actor
Korean-American
Activist
Male
Korean
Ban Ki-moon
Learn about Ban Ki-moon's tenure as UN Secretary-General and his advocacy for climate change and sustainable development.
Asian
Humanitarian
Korean
Male
Politician
BTS
Listen and dance to BTS, the Korean boy band revolutionizing music and pop culture with their global impact and dynamic presence.
Korean
Musician
Asian
Do Won Chang & Jin Sook Chang
Discover the journey of Do Won Chang and Jin Sook Chang, founders of Forever 21 and pioneers in the fashion industry.
Male
Fashion
Korean
Asian-American
Founder
David Chang
Sit and dine at the table with David Chang, a celebrated chef and restaurateur known for his revolutionary approach to cooking.
Asian
Male
Chef
Korean
Asian-American
Park Yong-Man
Uncover the impactful journey of Park Yong-Man, a pivotal figure in Korea's fight for independence from Japanese colonial rule.
Korean
Activist