Toast: As in browned bread

# Stuff You Should Know: Toast

Welcome back, folks! Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly fascinating history of toast, from ancient Egypt through the Victorian era and into the modern kitchen. They explore everything from the origins of the word "toast" in Latin to the evolution of toasting technology—including those charming but sketchy vintage toasting forks and the genius innovation of the pop-up toaster. You'll hear about delightful Victorian-era toast creations like bone marrow toast and milk toast, discover how nichrome heating coils revolutionized breakfast, and learn about some pretty wild modern toasters like the $300 Japanese Balmuda that uses steam to achieve the perfect crisp. Plus, there's a hilarious detour about a fake Wikipedia inventor that fooled major news outlets for years.