Get ready for a wild ride on this week’s Cartridge and Quest! Join Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C. as they navigate the challenges of parenthood before taking a trip down memory lane.
The Retro Rewind segment is packed with nostalgia, covering everything from the early days of Windows XP Media Center and the launch of the Nintendo 64 to iconic games like Super Mario 64 and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. They also dive into classic TV shows like MacGyver, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and American Chopper, and explore the music of Britney Spears and Jay-Z.
The episode features some truly epic stories from the world of wrestling, including a recap of the first-ever Hell in a Cell match and a deep dive into Stone Cold Steve Austin’s unforgettable Zamboni entrance. And be prepared for a surprising twist, as the hosts share some of their most genuinely spooky, personal haunted house stories.
Can a friendly sports bet win a hot tub? And what's the deal with that annoying baby sound in Yoshi's Island? Tune in to find out!Chapter 1: The Intro & The Parent Life
(0:00 - 5:53)
The episode starts with a welcome and a look back at a busy week. The hosts introduce the podcast by name and discuss their lives as parents, sharing stories about dealing with kids and teenagers.
Chapter 2: Retro Rewind: Tech, TV & Games
(5:54 - 31:51)
The Retro Rewind segment kicks off, sponsored by the Regent Theater. The hosts dive into topics like Windows XP Media Center, the release of the Nintendo 64 and games like Super Mario 64 and Pilot Wings 64. They also cover a wide range of television history, including MacGyver, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and American Chopper.
Chapter 3: Sports & Wrestling Throwback
(31:52 - 41:18)
The sports segment begins with a wild story about the 1987 NFL strike. The conversation then transitions into a detailed look at iconic wrestling moments, including the first Hell in a Cell match from WWF In Your House: Badd Blood and Stone Cold Steve Austin's legendary Zamboni entrance.
Chapter 4: The Music & The Mysteries
(41:19 - 55:39)
The hosts jump into music, reminiscing about hit songs from Britney Spears and Jay-Z. The latter half of this chapter is dedicated to the hosts' personal and spooky stories about haunted houses, with both of them sharing chilling tales.
Chapter 5: Outro & The Final Answer
(55:40 - 59:01)
The episode winds down with a short update on the hosts' Fortnite adventures. The answer to the Cartridge Conundrum is revealed to be Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island, before the hosts close out the show and encourage listeners to engage on social media.
