TL;DR

Veritasium’s latest video peels back the curtain on evolution by starting with everyday questions (like why poop smells) and zooming all the way into the origin of life, gene mutations, and computer-style simulations. Along the way you get a clear, bite-sized tour of natural selection, what traits actually get passed on, kin selection, and Richard Dawkins’ “selfish gene” idea—all illustrated with cool animations and expert insights.

It’s a sponsored science fest (shout-out to Hostinger and Snatoms!), packed with handy timestamps, references, and a massive credits roll for researchers, animators, and Patreon backers. Whether you’re a total newbie or just need a refresher, this video makes evolution click—without the jargon overload.

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