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Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell: 2013

6 episodes Premiered Jul 11, 2013 Updated Aug 15, 2026

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S1·E1 Mytharc

How Evolution Works

Jul 11, 2013 · 12 min

The mechanisms of evolution explained in one video. The theory of evolution explains how the enormous variety of life could come into existence. How it is possible for primitive li

S1·E2 Core

The Solar System — Our Home in Space

Aug 22, 2013 · 7 min

An info-graphic trip through the wonders of the Solar system.

S1·E3 Core

Fracking Explained: Opportunity or Danger

Sep 3, 2013 · 5 min

Fracking explained in five minutes.

S1·E4 Core

The Gulf Stream Explained

Oct 11, 2013 · 5 min

Learn about the role of the sea in global warming.

S1·E5 Mytharc

How the Stock Exchange Works (For Dummies)

Nov 23, 2013 · 4 min

Why are there stocks at all?

S1·E6 Mytharc

The History and Future of Everything — Time

Dec 19, 2013 · 7 min

How much time do you have left?