Comical Stories: Einstein’s Driver & Feynman’s Diamonds
It all took place at the time the two were traveling around universities for the scientist to lecture on his famous theory of relativity.
One day on their way to a university, his driver said to him, "Mr. Einstein, I've heard this lecture of yours more than 30 times. I've learned it by heart and I bet I could hold it myself".
"Well, I'll give you the chance," Albert Einstein replied.
"They don't know me at the next university, so when we get there I'll put your hat on my head and you introduce yourself as Einstein and hold the lecture," he continued.
What Happened Next Is So Funny!
At the lecture hall, the driver held Einstein's lecture flawlessly.
When he finished, he wanted to leave, but one of the professors stopped him and asked him a very difficult question. The purpose of the question was not to accumulate knowledge but to make Einstein feel uncomfortable.
The driver thought quickly.
"The answer to this problem is so simple..." he replied.
"I'm surprised you have to ask me. In fact, to show you how simple it is, I'll get my driver to come over here and answer your question."
Einstein then stood up and gave an incredible answer to the professor's question.
Richard Feynman and the Diamonds in the Safe
Like Einstein, another renowned scientist, Richard Feynman, was known not only for his intellectual prowess but also for his sense of humor. While working on the Manhattan Project, Feynman developed a peculiar hobby: cracking open highly secure safes. This pastime, which combined his love for puzzles and his scientific curiosity, led to a memorable encounter with something far more valuable than documents—diamonds.
One day, while amusing himself by opening a safe, Feynman stumbled upon a collection of diamonds, stored for experiments. Rather than pocketing the precious gems, Feynman left a cheeky note inside: "Keep an eye on these – Feynman." The story spread among his colleagues, cementing his reputation as a genius with a playful streak.
While Feynman wasn’t interested in the monetary value of the jewels, his lighthearted escapade involving these diamonds showcases how even the brightest minds enjoy mixing humor with brilliance.
