Why Humans Aren’t Nearly as Close to Chimps as You Think

For decades, we’ve heard that humans and chimpanzees share 99% of their DNA. But is that really true? In this episode of ID the Future, Casey Luskin unpacks the myth of human–chimp similarity and explains why new genetic research tells a very different story. From overlooked DNA differences to the limits of evolutionary assumptions, this conversation reveals how science is pointing to a much wider gap between humans and chimps than textbooks suggest. ______________________________________________________________________ The ID The Future (IDTF) podcast serves the mission of Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture of exploring the issues central to evolution and intelligent design. IDTF is a short podcast providing you with the most current news and views on evolution and ID. IDTF delivers brief interviews with key scientists and scholars developing the theory of ID, as well as insightful commentary from Discovery Institute senior fellows and staff on the scientific, educational and legal aspects of the debate. For detailed show notes with links to related information search our episode archive at https://idthefuture.com/ Visit other Youtube channels connected to the Discovery Institute: Discovery Science News (Center for Science & Culture): @discoverysciencenews Dr. Stephen C. Meyer: @drstephenmeyer Walter Bradley Center for Natural and Artificial Intelligence: @cnaintelligence Discovery Institute: @discoveryinstitute Follow IDTF on X: https://x.com/IDTHEFUTURE