Episode 2 (S01E02)

During the Ice Age, the foundations of humanity were laid as two competing species vied for survival. Steve Backshall and Michaela Strachan embark on a global journey to uncover how Neanderthals and Homo sapiens navigated this harsh environment, ultimately revealing why Homo sapiens prevailed while Neanderthals vanished. In southern Germany, a hotspot for early human finds, Steve immerses himself in Ice Age existence, investigating how early humans avoided colossal predators like cave bears and giant hyenas in the frigid landscape. Amidst the challenges posed by the cold and fierce creatures, he learns about the sophisticated methods Neanderthals used to create fire and produce razor-sharp tools. Meanwhile, Michaela delves into the distinctions between the two species.