Cereals aren’t just something good with milk, but also are also types of domesticated grains that we use to turn into flour, which is for the most part, an essential component of bread. But how do cereal grains go from stalks swaying in the breeze to the powder sitting in our pantries? And, as a staple in the global diet, what would happen if we ever ran out?&nbsp;
 
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Back To Basics

Bread has had a long and complicated history. It has seen humanity through the stone age, the growth of societies, through the rise and fall of empires. It has fed both the rich and the poor, and served as a mark of social status and wealth. It continues to serve as a staple around the world. Join your host Brynne Spencer on an adventure through time and carbs while you unpack the history and science behind one of the world's oldest foods. You might want to grab a snack while you listen, because this show is sure to make you hungry.