How did we get from roaring dinosaurs to viral TikTok dances? In this wildly entertaining and surprisingly educational episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex takes you on a time-traveling adventure through 66 million years of extinction events, evolving mammals, human breakthroughs, and digital revolutions.

From asteroid impacts and tiny feathered dinos to smartphones and meme culture, this episode connects the dots between the fall of the T. rex and the rise of ring lights. With humor, heart, and bite-sized facts, it’s history made hilariously accessible, no textbooks or time machines required.

Perfect for curious minds of all ages, fans of science and storytelling, and anyone who’s ever wondered how the past shaped your For You Page.