Rebooting Earth: The Story of Mass Extinctions

What happens when Earth hits the ultimate reset button? From fiery volcanic eruptions to asteroid impacts that wiped out entire species, mass extinctions are the chaotic turning points that have shaped the history of life on our planet. In this episode of The Chaos Theory, host Rahul takes you on a thrilling journey through Earth’s five great extinction events and explores the astonishing resilience of life.

Discover how the Ordovician ice age froze ancient oceans, how the “Great Dying” nearly ended all life, and how an asteroid obliterated the dinosaurs but paved the way for mammals—and eventually us. Along the way, we’ll uncover the science, survival stories, and surprising lessons these extinctions hold for our modern world.

Are we living through the sixth mass extinction? And if so, how can we stop it? Tune in for a fascinating blend of science, storytelling, and hope as we explore how life bounces back from the brink of annihilation.

It’s time to rethink the chaos and find inspiration in Earth’s greatest comebacks.