Cartridge and Quest: Episode 19 - Beers, Bands & Bad Reception
This week, Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C kick things off with a deep dive into Shiner's 1909 Heritage Lager, debating its place in the Shiner lineup while trying (and failing) to find the elusive Shiner Shockwave. Then, it's a whirlwind trip through Retro Rewind, covering everything from the 1993 Macintosh LC520 to the classic Diablo 2 and the ongoing debate about Leroy Jenkins (yes, Averagetrav really didn't know!).
But the real meat on the bone? A double dose of 1996 pro wrestling history! They break down the seismic shift caused by Stone Cold Steve Austin's iconic "Austin 3:16" speech and the terrifying, reality-blurring tactics of The Outsiders in WCW. Fast forward to 1999, and they discuss how Stone Cold vs. Undertaker smashed cable viewership records, while WCW Nitro imploded with backstage politics and disjointed storylines.
Plus, the guys try out a Spicy Tamarind Smirnoff concoction, drop some 90s music nostalgia (New Kids on the Block, Paula Abdul, and even some questionable Enrique Iglesias and Clay Aiken picks), shout out Evil Squid Comics, and challenge listeners to share their best "life hacks" for everything from organizing clothes to making a cutting board stay put.
Tune in for the unfiltered banter, the nostalgic deep cuts, and the chaotic charm that only Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C can deliver!
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