Who is the Mysterious Man on Elegant Universe?

Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the identity of a man featured in the "Elegant Universe" show, with a focus on his speaking style and contributions to string theory, particularly M-Theory. Participants explore both the individual's background and the implications of his voice characteristics.

Discussion Character

• Debate/contested
• Conceptual clarification
• Exploratory

Main Points Raised

• One participant questions the identity of the man on the show, noting his knowledge and unique speaking style.
• Another participant identifies the man as a key figure who combined five separate string theories into M-Theory, sharing personal experiences from the mid-nineties regarding discussions and debates on the topic.
• This participant humorously suggests that the 'M' in M-Theory stands for "Maybe-Mightbe," reflecting the uncertainty surrounding the theory at the time.
• A different participant raises a question about the perceived femininity of the man's voice, prompting a discussion on gendered perceptions of voice.
• The original poster responds by challenging the assumptions about voice and gender, suggesting a survey to test the ability to distinguish voices based on pitch alone.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the identity of the man in question and the implications of his voice. There is no consensus on the significance of the voice characteristics or the identity of the individual discussed.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes personal anecdotes and subjective interpretations of voice, which may not be universally applicable. The historical context of string theory and M-Theory is referenced but remains open to interpretation.