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Veritasium: Can you really reach anyone in 6 steps?

Can you really reach anyone in six steps? Veritasium dives into the math of “six degrees of separation,” showing how small-world shortcuts, the surprising strength of weak ties, and network hubs explain everything from viral disease spread to social connections. You can even play with interactive simulations—disease spreading and preferential attachment—to see these ideas in action.

Along the way, you’ll hear from pioneers like Watts, Strogatz, Barabási and Buchanan, learn how your own behavior can reshape global networks, and snag exclusive deals on Incogni and Snatoms. Plus, there’s a full breakdown of chapters, references and behind-the-scenes credits for the curious!

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