physicist and Professor of the Practice of the humanities at MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Alan Lightman
physicist and Professor of the Practice of the humanities at MIT | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
First heard Feb 2019 on Point of Discovery
About Alan
Alan Paige Lightman is an American physicist, writer, and social entrepreneur. He has served on the faculties of Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently a professor of the practice of the humanities at MIT. Lightman is known for his work exploring the intersection of science and the humanities, particularly the dialogues among science, philosophy, and religion. He was among the first at MIT to hold a joint faculty position in both sciences and humanities. As a contributing writer for The Atlantic magazine, he has engaged a broad readership with his perspectives. Lightman also served as a member of the United Nations Scientific Advisory Board, advising on breakthroughs in science and technology as well as potential ethical and social challenges. He is the author of the international bestseller Einstein's Dreams and wrote the novel The Diagnosis, which was a finalist for the National Book Award. Additionally, he founded Harpswell, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a new generation of women leaders in Southeast Asia. Lightman hosted the public-television series Searching: Our Quest for Meaning in the Age of Science and has appeared in documentaries such as 306 Hollywood and A Trip to Infinity. His contributions to science, literature, and social initiatives have been recognized with six honorary doctoral degrees.
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Latest episodes
20 on recordThe newest episodes Alan Lightman has appeared on. Open one to see it on its podcast.
Wonder Cabinet
An Evening of Wonder with Alan Lightman
Jun 13, 2026
The Next Big Idea Daily
Why It’s Dangerous to Be Right Too Soon
Apr 2, 2026
Created in the Image of God
The Limits of Knowing with Alan Lightman | Created In The Image of God 208
Jan 1, 2026
Language of God
199. Spiritual Yearning in Science
Nov 13, 2025
Science Fare
Alan Lightman on the Scientific Method, Science, and Scientists
Sep 11, 2025
Science Fare
The Scientific Method with Alan Lightman
Sep 8, 2025
Beauty At Work
Science Meets Spirituality: Bridging Worlds in the Search for Meaning
May 1, 2025
Angels and Awakening
Exploring the Intersection of Science and Spirituality with Dr. Alan Lightman
Apr 14, 2025
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