e117: Oysters, Old Phones, & Exploding Limos

In this episode of Cartridge and Quest, your hosts, Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C., take listeners on a meandering journey through a variety of topics, blending pop culture nostalgia with personal anecdotes and current obsessions.

The episode kicks off with some banter about Chinese food and unexpected thoughts of Stone Cold Steve Austin, setting a casual and conversational tone. A segment on phone cases leads into a humorous advertisement for a local mall store, CCICT, highlighting their affordable cases and convenient location near a popular caramel corn shop.

The duo then dives into Retro Rewind, covering significant moments in tech, movies, and music from past decades. They discuss the Commodore 128, the revolutionary iPhone 3GS, and the hype surrounding the original Game Boy. This segues into an excited unboxing and review of the new Nintendo Switch 2, with Averagetrav praising its size and screen, and both looking forward to playing Mario Kart Worlds.

The conversation shifts to a "conundrum" (a quiz question) about a classic 1984 puzzle game, followed by a detailed review of iconic movies released in various years, including Raiders of the Lost Ark, E.T., Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Jurassic Park, Speed, Pocahontas, and American Idol's debut. They also touch on the rise of Jim Carrey and the Austin Powers franchise.

Retro Rewind Wrestling brings the discussion to the world of professional wrestling, covering the debut of ECW Hardcore TV, the legendary NWO invasion in WCW with Kevin Nash, and the WWE's later attempts to revive ECW with shows like One Night Stand. A surprising storyline about Mr. McMahon's limousine explosion also gets a mention, highlighting the show's memorable moments.

The episode continues with a segment on music, featuring hits from Cyndi Lauper, Tears for Fears, Billy Ray Cyrus, Faith Evans, Eminem, Christina Aguilera, and the bands Staind and Nelly.

Averagetrav introduces Foodie Mike C. to the Untappd app for beer enthusiasts, showcasing its extensive database and features for tracking and rating beers. This naturally leads into a discussion about their love for Shiner beer, with a humorous plea for sponsorship.

Finally, the hosts reflect on Father's Day and personal approaches to celebrating it. This transitions into a more serious discussion about fitness and diet, with Foodie Mike C. seeking advice on managing workout pain and body image, while Averagetrav offers practical tips on calorie deficits and maintaining a balanced approach to eating and exercise.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to check out their sponsors and connect on social media, reinforcing the community aspect of Cartridge and Quest.

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