44 The Chocolate Bar That Sparked a Revolution

from Twist Of Fate Radio · host Angela Clark

A melted chocolate bar in an engineer’s pocket was all it took to spark one of the greatest kitchen revolutions of the 20th century. In this episode of Twist of Fate Radio, Angela Clark shares the story of Percy Spencer, the self-taught engineer whose curiosity turned a radar experiment into the microwave oven. From war-time labs to the dinner tables of millions, discover how one sweet accident changed the way the world cooks. 🔗 Learn more and explore additional stories at www.twistoffateradio.com

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