E122 Elmo War Begins

Cartridge and Quest Podcast - Episode 122 - Elmo War Begins

This week, Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C dive into a whirlwind of topics, from behind-the-scenes podcast production woes to epic personal adventures and a nostalgic trip through pop culture history!

Episode Highlights:

• Behind the Mic: Averagetrav shares some audio editing challenges, including navigating music rights and needing Foodie Mike C to work some magic! (0:01)

• Crazy Work Schedules & Golf Tournaments: Hear about Averagetrav's insane work hours and Foodie Mike C's unexpected invite to a celebrity golf tournament featuring a famous NBA player and connections to Callaway Golf! Get ready for some major food prep. (0:53)

• Ninja Turtle Pies! Foodie Mike C talks about making the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle pies from their childhood, sharing his culinary adventures and a hot take on classic pastry cream methods. (04:27)

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• Retro Rewind Tech & Toys: Presented but The Regent Theater (https://www.facebook.com/WellingtonRegentTheater/)

  • Motorola Razr V3: A deep dive into the 2004 Motorola Razr V3, Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C's favorite flip phone and the ultimate texting machine! (08:50)

  • Cartridge Conundrum: Test your knowledge! They pose a trivia question about Super Mario Land for the Nintendo Game Boy. (11:29)

  • Talkboy Craze: Remember the Talkboy from Home Alone 2? They chat about the toy's release and why the voice changer was a game-changer for its sales. (20:48)

  • Tickle Me Elmo: The 1996 holiday sensation gets a mention, along with other "creepy" toys of the era. (22:37)

  • Homestar Runner: A look back at the early 2000s internet sensation that paved the way for online video content before YouTube. (24:28)

    
    

  • SpongeBob Broadcast Hijack: Averagetrav recalls the mysterious (and debated) 2005 SpongeBob SquarePants broadcast glitch. (26:12)

• Sports & Entertainment Rewind:

  • MLB All-Star Home Run Runoff: Averagetrav talks about a unique rule used in a recent MLB All-Star game. (14:50)

  • Caddyshack: The classic 1980 comedy gets some love, with Bill Murray stealing the show. (15:24)

  • Arachnophobia: Prepare to get spooked as they discuss the terrifying 1990 spider horror film and some real-life creepy crawly encounters. (16:31)

  • Goldberg's WCW Title Win & Retirement: They revisit Goldberg's undefeated streak in WCW and his recent retirement match. (27:40)

  • NWA/TNA Wrestling: A look at the origins of NWA/TNA and their unique pay-per-view strategy. (30:00)

• Music Moments:

  • AC/DC's "Back in Black" Album: They discuss the iconic 1980 album and its classic tracks. (31:25)

  • Matchbox 20: Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C share their differing opinions on the band and their 2000 hit. (33:32)

• Foodie Mike C's Big News! Get an exclusive sneak peek as Foodie Mike C reveals a major casting call for a well-known Food Network show! (39:31)

• Pizza Debates & Dude Robes: A lengthy discussion on the best pizza in Kansas and Chicago, plus a shout-out to Dude Robes and a special discount code for listeners! (42:17)

• Superman Movie Deep Dive (SPOILERS!): Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C share their thoughts on the new Superman movie, discussing plot twists, character interpretations, and its overall impact. (46:55)

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