Harvard University
Mentioned in 227 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
This elite research university is frequently discussed in podcasts for its scientific research programs—including work in ecology, drug discovery, quantum mechanics, and behavioral studies—as well as its substantial endowment management, which recently expanded into cryptocurrency holdings. Podcast mentions also extensively cover the institution's handling of Epstein-related donations and subsequent survivor support efforts, along with ongoing investigations and controversies surrounding admissions practices and campus speech policies. The university's role as a major recipient of federal research funding and its influence on graduate outcomes regularly feature in discussions about American higher education and institutional accountability.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 21, 2026
Stephen Colbert Signs Off as Trump’s Revenge Tour Crushes GOP Critics
“Implementing grade caps to address inflation; example of elite university luxury brand model”
The Joe Rogan Experience · May 21, 2026
#2503 - Eric Weinstein
“Where Weinstein earned PhD and where Epstein established listening post at One Brattle Square near math department”
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques · May 21, 2026
290. Quick Thinks: How to Have Better Conversations About Aging
“Referenced as affiliation of Gene Cohn, a colleague of Carrie Bernright used as example of problem-solving in aging”
Zero to Well-Read · May 21, 2026
How to Read Toni Morrison and Where to Start, with Namwali Serpell
“Namwali Serpell's institutional affiliation as Professor of English”
Stuff To Blow Your Mind · May 19, 2026
Way of the Sith, Continued: Palp Facts
“Affiliation of researcher Jennifer Lerner, who studies effects of emotions on decision-making”
Women Road Warriors · May 19, 2026
Is Screen Time Robbing Your Brain? How to Fix It
“Dr. Lindsay's educational background; she studied brain research there as part of her program development”
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio · May 19, 2026
José Andrés Speaks Out: Extended Cut
“Institution where Andrés and Ferran Adrià created a science and food cooking class at the School of Physics”
Modern Wisdom · May 16, 2026
The Health Crisis Of Office Jobs - Bob King - #1098
“Institution requiring ingredient labels on furniture and products for dorms and offices”
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth · May 15, 2026
2858: 5 Weird Tricks That Trigger Fast Muscle Growth
“Conducted multivitamin study showing 5-month molecular age reduction in adults over 60 taking multivitamins for 2 years”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 14, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: This Is Who Really Deserves Reparations
“Criticized for $100M reparations program that instructed investigators to limit descendant identification to avoid bankruptcy”
Morning Brew Daily · May 13, 2026
Inflation Hits 3-Year High & Harvard Cracks Down on A Grades
“Proposing to cap A grades at 20% of class to address grade inflation where 60% of grades are currently A's.”
The Dr. Hyman Show · May 13, 2026
Women Are Not Small Men! Why Fitness Advice Is Failing Half the Population | Dr. Stacy Sims
“Research group that studied cardiovascular fitness in Tarahumara runners to demonstrate aging doesn't necessitate decline”
Makes Sense - with Dr. JC Doornick · May 12, 2026
Harvard’s Happiness Expert: The Secret to Calm in the Chaos w/ Tal Ben-Shahar - E169
“Tal Ben-Shahar taught one of the most popular happiness courses in the university's history at Harvard”
Previa Alliance Podcast · May 11, 2026
Previa Playback: Anxiety During Pregnancy
“Referenced for research on hormonal influences and anxiety spikes during first trimester of pregnancy”
Huberman Lab · May 11, 2026
Master Self Control & Overcome Procrastination | Dr. Kentaro Fujita
“Andrew Huberman's educational background mentioned in context of competitive academic environments”
How to Be a Better Human · May 11, 2026
How to handle uncertainty (w/ Simone Stolzoff)
“Affiliation of researcher Dan Gilbert, who studies happiness and affective forecasting”
This Week in Virology · May 9, 2026
TWiV 1320: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
“Dr. Aaron Kesselheim from Harvard Medical School criticized FDA's censorship of vaccine safety research publications”
Dwarkesh Podcast · May 8, 2026
David Reich – Why the Bronze Age was an inflection point in human evolution
“David Reich is a professor of ancient DNA at Harvard and leads the laboratory conducting this research”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · May 8, 2026
E365: Stanford GSB Professor on Venture Capital’s Manager Incentives
“Home institution of Professor Shai Bernstein, whose research on VC value-add through direct flight accessibility was cited”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 8, 2026
Antisemitism Surge, Iran Deal Doubts, Europe’s Free-Ride, and California’s Breakdown | Victor Davis Hanson
“Cited as example of institution with Middle East studies programs funded by Arab capital and ideological bias”
TED Radio Hour · May 8, 2026
How to mend a broken heart
“Jeannie Suk Gerson is a family law professor at Harvard Law School teaching divorce-conscious marriage principles”
The Biotech Startups Podcast · May 7, 2026
🧬 Engineering a Drug Hunter: From Vet School to Big Pharma | Martin Brenner Rerelease (1/3)
“Rohit Kulkarni's lab offered Martin a postdoc position in pancreatic islet research, which he declined”
Macrodosing: Arian Foster and PFT Commenter · May 7, 2026
The Hidden Truth of Helen Keller | May 7, 2026
“Helen Keller graduated cum laude from Radcliffe College (Harvard's women's college)”
Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast · May 5, 2026
🔬Doing Vibe Physics — Alex Lupsasca, OpenAI
“Andrew Strominger's affiliation; former advisor to Alex Lupsasca”
Wow in the World · May 3, 2026
WeWow on the Weekend
“Leading research project to deploy calcium carbonate particles via weather balloons to reflect sunlight and cool Earth's atmosphere”
Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD · Apr 30, 2026
160. Dr. Kara Fitzgerald on Biological Age, Epigenetic Clocks, and the Future of Aging Reversal
“Home of David Sinclair, who researches Yamanaka factors and published on chemical cocktails that mimic their effects”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Apr 30, 2026
MTG on the Neocons’ Hatred for America and What’s Truly Going on Behind the Scenes in Washington
“Removed Charles Glass's name from building for racism while keeping Les Wexner's name despite Epstein connections”
Peak Performance Life Podcast · Apr 28, 2026
EPI 249: Ben Rein, PhD - Author of "Why Brains Need Friends - The Neuroscience Of Social Connection". Strategies For Improving Your Social Life To Maximize Benefits To Your Health.
“Mentioned for conducting one of the longest-running studies on happiness and social relationships”
Habits and Hustle · Apr 28, 2026
Episode 549: Dr. Valter Longo: What 30 Years of Longevity & Fasting Study Reveals About The GLP-1 Trend
“Referenced for epidemiological studies on diet ingredients associated with healthy aging to 70-75 years”
Moonshots with Peter Diamandis · Apr 27, 2026
David Sinclair on the Longevity Pill, Age Reversal Timelines, and Updated Protocols | EP #250
“Institution where David Sinclair's lab is based; experienced funding cuts due to White House-Harvard dispute”
Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+ · Apr 27, 2026
BONUS: Eat Smarter: The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Your Gut, Brain and Metabolic Health with Shawn Stevenson
“Published meta-analysis on sodium and blood pressure; research on brain glucose consumption and seafood cognitive benefits”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Apr 27, 2026
Do THIS Every Day to Rewire Your Brain From Stress and Anxiety
“Dr. Nadine Burke Harris earned her Master's in Public Health from Harvard”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Apr 26, 2026
Meanwhile | Hudson River Fish
“Academic institution whose doctor promoted the three P's framework for healthy bowel function”
Economist Podcasts · Apr 24, 2026
An explosion still echoing: Chernobyl at 40
“Serhiy Plohi's academic institution where he researches Ukrainian history and Chernobyl”
Today, Explained · Apr 23, 2026
When your college closes
“Elite institution mentioned as example of college unlikely to face closure despite broader higher education crisis”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Apr 23, 2026
Stanford Neuroscientist: Can’t Remember Your Dreams? Your Brain May Be Warning You!
“Conducted blindfolding experiment demonstrating visual cortex takeover by other senses within 60 minutes”
The Michael Knowles Show · Apr 21, 2026
Ep. 1957 - Largest LGBTQ Pride Festival Ever In Sodom And Gomorrah... Gross
“Referenced as example of institutional decay; transitioned from seminary to radical activism training ground”
The Jamie Kern Lima Show · Apr 21, 2026
Harvard’s #1 Professor on the Secret to Happiness & Meaning in Your Life! Part 3 with Arthur Brooks
“Arthur C. Brooks is a professor and researcher at Harvard, teaching courses on happiness and human flourishing”
Good Life Project · Apr 20, 2026
Is Sleep Procrastination Messing With Your Health & Mindset? | Vanessa Hill, PhD
“Conducted famous blue light study cited frequently in media that showed 90-minute melatonin delay from ebook reading”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 16, 2026
Ah... They're Fighting Again!
“Referenced as example of extreme ideological imbalance with 100% liberal faculty in certain departments”
In Pursuit of Development · Apr 15, 2026
The poverty trap that kills a million people a year | Madhukar Pai
“Paul Farmer was a professor at Harvard; institutional affiliation for his work on TB and global health equity”
The Jamie Kern Lima Show · Apr 14, 2026
Discover Your Life’s Purpose with Arthur Brooks (Pt 2): Finding Meaning in an Age of Emptiness
“Arthur Brooks is a professor and behavioral scientist at Harvard who conducts research on happiness and meaning”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Apr 13, 2026
6 Big Lessons to Build Your Dream Life with Sahil Bloom
“Arthur Brooks is a faculty member; Sahil Bloom attended Brooks' class there and they became mentors/friends”
People I (Mostly) Admire · Apr 11, 2026
17. Emily Oster: “I Am a Woman Who Is Prominently Discussing Vaginas.”
“Where Steve Levitt visited to lecture and first met Emily Oster as an undergraduate”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Too Deep & You'll Drive Her Away!
“Roland Fryer's research on police shooting disparities cited as example of factual statements students are taught to police”
Macroaggressions · Apr 10, 2026
Flashback Friday | #484: A Letter From Uncle Ted
“Site of MKUltra experiments conducted by Dr. Henry Murray on Ted Kaczynski and other undergraduates”
Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe · Apr 9, 2026
Listener Questions #35: Genetics (featuring Dr. Benjamin de Bivort)
“Institution where Dr. Benjamin de Bivort is a professor in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 9, 2026
Bad Cop Trump, Good Cop Vance? Inside the High-Stakes Iran Gambit | Victor Davis Hanson
“Referenced as example of elite university with large endowments that should cover student loan guarantees”
Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer · Apr 7, 2026
The Wage Standard: What’s Wrong in the Labor Market and How to Fix It (with Arin Dube)
“Case study of successful wage-floor campaign; raised service worker wages and tied pay to union-negotiated standards”
unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver · Apr 7, 2026
The Missing Piece in Longevity: The Top Gerontologist on Aging, Joy, and the Science of Thriving
“Referenced for 85-year longitudinal study on connection as biggest predictor of healthy aging outcomes”