Dear Gracious Guests, It’s all about the Leidenfrost Effect—the astounding moment when there’s nothing between your hand and molten glass except for 8 to 10 sheets of folded, soggy newspaper. Described in 1756 by German theologian and physician, Johann Gottlob Leidenfrost, the effect occurs when the red-hot glass touches the water-doused paper pad and the water inside instantly vaporizes—creating a steam barrier and a thin, carbonized layer that allows the glass to slide rather than stick...