Evolution (part 1): What came first…Chicken or Egg?

Evolution (part 1): What came first…Chicken or Egg?

From Educasement by Bridget Casement

April 4, 2026 · 22 min · Season 1 · Episode 9

About this episode

Theo and his mum explore the age-old question of which came first, the chicken or the egg, discussing evolution and species change.

Ever wondered which came first — the chicken or the egg? Thought it was just a silly question? Or realised it might actually have a scientific answer? Then this episode is for you! In this episode, Theo and his mum take on one of the oldest and most debated questions of all time. What starts as a simple puzzle quickly turns into a fascinating discussion about evolution, how species change over time, and what we really mean when we say something is a “chicken”. Together, they explore how eggs existed long before chickens, how tiny changes across generations can lead to entirely new species, and why the answer might not be as straightforward as it first seems. We’re not experts, just curious Casements enjoying a fun debate, but here’s a link to a video we mentioned which helps support our conversation… Sources & further learning: ‘Which came first - the chicken or the egg’ by AsapSCIENCE - https://youtu.be/1a8pI65emDE?si=-Ugh9QL8yB5YBzC1 Main show description: Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this short, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and how the world works through relaxed, curiosity-led conversations. This…

People in this episode

Host: Bridget Casement

Guest: Theo Casement

Topics covered

  • evolution
  • chicken and egg
  • species change
  • curiosity
  • science discussion

Keywords

  • evolution
  • chicken
  • egg
  • species
  • curiosity
  • science
  • discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AsapSCIENCE

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