577: Something Only I Can See

This episode of "This American Life" explores the theme of "Something Only I Can See," featuring stories of individuals who perceive things others don't and feel compelled to share or act upon their unique insights. The episode begins with a man who sees a unique color after eye surgery, followed by the story of Jill Viles, who identifies her rare genetic disorder and connects it to an Olympic athlete, Priscilla Lopes-Schliep, ultimately saving both her father's life and Priscilla's health. The show also includes a segment on comedian Tig Notaro and her mother's joke that is funny only to herself, and concludes with a fictional story about a man and a fallen angel.