The Surprising Truth About 4 Billion Years of Evolution
Derek Muller (Veritasium) takes you on a whirlwind tour from the funky smell of poop to the very first spark of life, breaking down how genetic mutations, natural selection and kin selection all tie into Richard Dawkins’ famous “selfish gene.” Along the way you’ll see neat simulations of evolution in action, discover what traits really get passed down and learn how even complex behaviors can emerge from simple rules.
Packed with insights from leading researchers (Szostak, Sutherland, Masel, Joyce) and a dash of humor, this casual deep-dive proves that understanding four billion years of evolution isn’t just for scientists—it’s an epic story we’re all living.
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