Why Being Delusional is a Superpower

What this video covers

Veritasium examines the role of luck in success, with simulations and examples showing how small advantages and chance can compound. It argues that top outcomes are disproportionately luck-driven while still crediting effort.

Why it surfaced in Hacker News

Linked in threads about meritocracy, careers and startups as a reminder that luck shapes who ends up on top.

Recommendation context

Short excerpts from positive mentions. Open the source to read the full Hacker News discussion.

“I would really recommend watching "Is Success Luck or Hard Work?" By Veritasium”

“But this is the one I think people on HN need to watch most”

“I love Veritasium.”