I think Quotes by Alan Alda

8 I think quotes by Alan Alda

Alan Alda’s curiosity shines through in succinct, reflective remarks. This collection of eight offers a quick glimpse of his inquisitive spirit.

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Whenever I think of how much pleasure I have interviewing scientists, I remember that they're having the real fun in actually being…

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I think it's important for scientists to speak in their own voices and not just be mediated by journalists or others speaking…

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I've had many uncanny experiences. I think it's hard to be alive and not have them. But I don't know if I…

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I think most people are interested in our origins; once we understand, it might be easier to become the people we'd like…

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I think I look better in a suit than a loincloth. So that may define some of the parts I play.

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I think when you're acting, you usually don't have to know too much beyond how to pronounce the words you're saying.

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I would like to know that when I read the paper in the morning, it's telling me something that actually happened, and…

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The one thing I think I've noticed about shows that are supposed to be funny on television is that they've sort of…

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