Have you ever wondered about the origins of the human race? 

Well, scientists have made some incredible discoveries about our shared history that might surprise you. It turns out that all humans alive today can trace their lineage back to a single female ancestor, whom researchers have dubbed 'Mitochondrial Eve.' This woman, who lived in Africa (more precisely East Africa) more than 100,000 years ago, is believed to have been the ancestor of all modern humans.

So what does this mean for our understanding of human evolution? 

Find out in this episode.