I think its more used as a Dutch oven to get a better crust/higher temps. Also having a rounded bottom is better for shaping them.

That’s a beak thing if I ever did see one.

I think he is referencing the Mandela effect which is when you think you know for sure something has happened or is named a certain way when it in fact isn’t. Such as the passing of Nelson Mandela in the 90s or Looney tunes being named Looney toons.