The Great Dying: New Evidence on the Permian-Triassic Extinction

252 million years ago, life on Earth came closer to total annihilation than at any other time. The "Great Dying" wiped out over 90% of marine species and 70% of terrestrial vertebrates. For decades, the cause was a mystery. Now, new geological detective work is pinpointing the culprit with chilling precision. Journey to the Siberian Traps, where epic volcanic eruptions set off a catastrophic chain reaction. We explore the latest science on how lava flows triggered runaway global warming, ocean acidification, and oxygen depletion, painting a terrifying portrait of a planet pushed to the brink—and what it tells us about our own future. Hosted by Ibnul Jaif Farabi. Produced by Light Knot Studios (lightknotstudios.com).