Albert S. Hyman
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Albert S. Hyman has been mentioned in 4 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard May 2018 on Real Engineering. Podcasts mention Albert S. Hyman primarily in discussions about the history of artificial pacemakers. In the episode "Cyborg Hearts," he is presented as the first inventor of the pacemaker in the 1930s, with the device described as "dangerous and scary" and ultimately ineffective, leading to the abandonment of his work. This context highlights both his contributions and the challenges faced in early medical technology.
Hyman is the surname of:Alan Hyman (1910–1999), author and screenwriter Albert Hyman (1893–1972), co-inventor of the artificial pacemaker Anthony Hyman (disambiguation), several people Ben Zion Hyman (1891–1984), Canadian-Jewish bookseller Bill Hyman (1875–1959), English cricketer C. S. Hyman (1854–1926), Canadian businessman, politician, and sportsman Dick Hyman, American jazz pianist/keyboardist and composer Dorothy Hyman, British athlete Eric Hyman, collegiate athletic director Flora ("Flo")
| Mentioned in | 4 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | May 2018 on Real Engineering |
| Role | Inventor |
| Field | Medical Device Innovation |
What do podcasts say about Albert S. Hyman?
4 quotes, recorded on Mark Hyman, MD and Real Engineering.
He positions himself as a supportive host sharing his own health struggles to normalize the conversation and offer hope.
Mark Hyman, MD · · Hear itHost positions himself as experienced and validated: I have observed things clinically… I knew were true… science has [caught up].
Mark Hyman, MD · · Hear itHe welcomes Miranda, praises her work, and frames her story as inspiring and helpful to listeners.
Mark Hyman, MD · · Hear itPresented historically as the first inventor in the 1930s; device described as dangerous and scary and proved ineffective… work was ultimately abandoned.
Real Engineering · · Hear it
How do different shows talk about Albert S. Hyman?
2 shows discussed Albert S. Hyman in these episodes; Mark Hyman, MD leans favorable.
- Mark Hyman, MD — 3 episodes; leans favorable
He positions himself as a supportive host sharing his own health struggles to normalize the conversation and offer hope.
How To Become the CEO of Your Health w/ Maria Menounos - Real Engineering — 1 episode
Presented historically as the first inventor in the 1930s; device described as dangerous and scary and proved ineffective… work was ultimately abandoned.
Cyborg Hearts - How Humans Computerised The Heart
Who talks about Albert S. Hyman on podcasts?
Albert S. Hyman came up; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on Mark Hyman, MD.
- How To Become the CEO of Your Health w/ Maria Menounos on Mark Hyman, MD (Dec 2025)
- How to Restore Your Body’s Energy and Heal from Within on Mark Hyman, MD (Nov 2025)
- Transform Your Health Like Miranda Kerr: Inside Her Daily Routine on Mark Hyman, MD (Nov 2025)
- Cyborg Hearts - How Humans Computerised The Heart on Real Engineering (May 2018)
What is Albert S. Hyman mentioned alongside?
Albert S. Hyman is most often mentioned alongside God, NAD and Skin Deep.
Mentioned together: God, NAD, Skin Deep, Hyman Hive, Cororganics, Nicholas Paracone, The Wrinkle Cure, Skillshare, John A. Hopps, C. Walton Lillehei