Welcome to the Basement! THIS IS s2e20 OF the Cartridge and Quest podcast! The Kansas summer heat is absolutely brutal, but we are back in the basement hangout with cold craft drinks and authentic Mexican luchador masks. Trav got completely scammed on the foreign exchange rate for a Nacho Libre mask, while Mike is sweating it out as classic WCW legend La Parka. We are shaking off the heat, cracking open fresh craft brews, and diving into the unregulated world of 1990s nostalgia and pop culture. Grab a spot on the carpet, pour a huge bowl of sugary cereal, and let the good times roll as we take a trip back to our childhoods. Whether you are a 1985 kid or a modern dad looking for an escape from adult life, you are in the perfect place.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 06:43 Opening Banter: Trav and Mike sweat it out in authentic luchador masks while dodging the brutal Kansas summer heat wave and talking about terrible foreign exchange rates.06:43 - 19:18 Retro Rewind: We uncover how the government pulled the plug on cartoon regulations in 1984 and turned Saturday mornings into a giant toy commercial for kids.19:18 - 25:16 What's On Tap: Presented by<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/"> Auburn Spirits</a>. We crack open a can of Dino Break from<a href="https://www.tgbrews.com/"> Toppling Goliath Brewing Company</a> and talk Double IPA flavor profiles.25:16 - 30:34 Channel Surfing: The Macarena takes over middle school dances, Stone Cold Steve Austin wins a title with a broken neck, and dead people hit the big screen in The Sixth Sense.30:34 - 37:37 1-900 Freeze Frame: Mike tries to guess legendary 90s television commercials from a single blurry screenshot, featuring<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crossfire_(board_game)"> Crossfire</a>,<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squeezit"> Squeezit</a>,<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Soaker"> Super Soaker 50</a>,<a href="https://www.chefboyardee.com/"> Chef Boyardee</a>,<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://robotics.fandom.com/wiki/My_Pal_2000"> MyPal 2000</a>, and<a href="https://sunnyd.com/"> Sunny D</a>.37:37 - 53:54 What's On Mike's Mind: Mike locks in a massive Super Bowl bet on<a href="https://www.draftkings.com/"> DraftKings</a> for the Dallas Cowboys and rants about the nightmare of modern television streaming costs on apps like<a href="https://www.netflix.com/"> Netflix</a> and<a href="https://www.amazon.com/prime"> Amazon Prime</a>.53:54 - 1:00:54 Trav's Take: We explore the rumored internet return of<a href="https://myspace.com/"> MySpace</a>, ranking our historic Top 8 friends, and the struggle of learning HTML coding just to add an autoplaying rock song to a profile page.CAQ Business Directory<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/">Auburn Spirits</a>: Wichita's premier neighborhood craft hub. Stop in, mention Car

Sunny D, MySpace Pages, and 90s Saturday Morning Nostalgia | s2e20

We are cracking open the Cartridge and Quest vault to bring you a massive rerun of a true fan favorite. We are throwing it back to S1E23 from July 26, 2025. Mike is battling his annual summer sinus infection, but we push right through the banter to deliver that sweet dose of nostalgic nonsense . Grab your favorite cold beverage, lace up your Jordan 1’s, get comfortable, and hang out with your two favorite 1985 kids as we dive deep into the cultural phenomenons that defined our childhoods. This is the definitive spot for 90s kids and modern dads to kick back and remember the absolutely legendary good old days of professional wrestling, classic television cartoons, and iconic junk food. We bring that authentic basement vibe every single week.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 01:38 [The Setup]: Trav completely fumbles the opening podcast intro, and Mike absolutely refuses to edit the mistake out of the final cut to keep things authentic.01:38 - 02:44 What's On Tap: Presented by<a href="https://auburnspirits.com"> Auburn Spirits</a>. We crack open Caramel Apple energy drinks from<a href="https://www.alaninu.com"> Alani Nu</a> and talk flavor profiles while waiting for football.02:44 - 04:00 [Superman Returns]: Mike reviews The Regent Theater's beautiful 4K Superman showing, and we heavily discuss the hilariously wild John Cena cameo in the Peacemaker television show.04:00 - 06:14 [Trillian Nostalgia]: We recall July 2000 when the Trillian client merged MSN Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger, and ICQ chat protocols into one seamless desktop application for our chunky Windows computers.06:14 - 07:27 [NBA Jam Dominance]: Trav talks about smoking his kids 57 to 3 in a brutal game of NBA Jam on the official Cartridge and Quest basement arcade cabinet.07:27 - 09:34 [Handheld Legends]: We celebrate the July 1989 North American release of the original Nintendo Game Boy, analyzing its legendary battery life, green screen, and the release of Dr. Mario.09:34 - 13:21 [Cartridge Conundrum]: Trav quizzes Mike on the original universally appealing Game Boy pack in puzzle game, sparking a deep conversation about modern Nintendo Switch portable gaming habits.13:21 - 15:11 [TMNT Arcade Glory]: A massive deep dive into Konami's legendary 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles four player beat up arcade cabinet that completely dominated arcades and pizza parlors.15:11 - 16:32 [DuckTales The Movie]: We struggle to remember the exact plot details but fondly remember the incredible theme song and August 1990 theatrical release of DuckTales the Movie.16:32 - 23:52 [Sad News]: We reflect heavily on the sad passing of professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, discussing his massive cultural impact, his time in the Attitude Era, and how childhood heroes age.23:52 - 34:20 [Music Talk]: We react to massive musical hits including Tears for Fears, Kylie Minogue, Def Leppard's legendary Hysteria album, a

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AverageTrav and Foodie Mike C kick things off arguing over a mysterious sticky cinnamon roll glaze left on the basement door handle. The guys pivot into surviving the brutal Kansas heat, New Orleans ghost hunting, and casino betting streaks. Plus, Nick and Will from Elektric Animals drop in to discuss retro music vibes and their rock journey.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 04:22 Intro and Glaze: Trav and Mike debate basement door etiquette and cinnamon rolls.04:22 - 07:54 Pre Show Banter: Cowboys training camp hype, haunted hotels, and betting streaks.07:54 - 12:52 Guest Intro: Nick and Will from Elektric Animals join the show to talk Denver music.12:52 - 19:18 Two Truths and One 90s Lie: Testing the guys on GoldenEye, Dunkaroos, and Hell in a Cell.19:18 - 25:21 Saturday Night Basement Draft: Drafting top N64 games, 90s snacks, and SNL comedy legends.25:21 - 29:36 Elektric Animals Part One: Discussing their debut record release, radio play, and TikTok success.29:36 - 34:31 Cartridge Conundrum: A deep dive into Chris Farley and Callahan Auto Parts trivia from Tommy Boy.34:31 - 39:57 What Are These Damn Kids Saying: Translating Gen Z slang like aura points and choppelganger.39:57 - 47:03 Silicon Valley Suit or Squared Circle Jabroni: Guessing iconic rock frontmen or WCW jobbers.47:03 - 51:34 This or That: Comparing N64 or PS1, skipping Discmans, JNCO jeans, and Napster or Limewire.51:34 - 1:03:07 Elektric Animals Part Two: Talking Fender guitars, Third Eye Blind, and Red Rocks live shows.1:03:07 - 1:11:11 What's On Tap: Presented by<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/"> Auburn Spirits</a>. We crack open a<a href="https://shiner.com/"> Shiner</a> Raspberry Lemonade Shandy and rate it on<a href="https://untappd.com/"> Untappd</a>.1:11:11 - 1:16:05 Cowboys Talk and Outro: Mike breaks down wired up Cowboys coaches and final meal prep ideas.CAQ Business Directory<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/">Auburn Spirits</a>: Wichita's premier craft hub. Mention Cartridge and Quest for 10% off. Text (316) 229-9222 to join the text club.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/WellingtonRegentTheater/">The Regent Theater</a>: Support local cinema in Wellington! Pull up a seat in the AC, say hello to Jerry, and check out the latest events.<a href="https://www.glasswithatwist.com/">Glass with a Twist</a>: Get custom engraved glassware and level up your basement bar setup.The Retro Detail BoardRetro Rewind Theme: This week is packed with 90s nostalgia triggers. We break down the chaos of signing up for Columbia House CD mail subscriptions just to get ten discs for a dollar. We also remember the wild west of downloading sketchy audio on Limewire and Napster, and dive into the comedy of Chris Farley in Tommy Boy.Trav's Take Insight: Trav points out the stark contrast between vintage, clunky le

Do Indie Rockers Elektric Animals Know 1990s WCW Jobbers? | S2E19

Welcome to the Basement for episode s2e18 of the Cartridge and Quest podcast! Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C crack open a sweet treat and dive into hilarious Google Drive misunderstandings before jumping into 1990s pop culture nostalgia. We break down gritty retro tech history, debate classic console wars, and share modern dad victories of lawn care and power tools. This is your ultimate throwback hangout. Grab a cold craft beer and get ready for a massive episode packed with classic movies, pro wrestling history, and peak 90s kid aesthetics.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 02:30 [Shared Drive Secrets]: Averagetrav questions an optimal methods for breaking open a chest cabinet document Foodie Mike C dropped in the drive.02:30 - 06:08 [Custom Glass & Local Spirits]: Showcasing fresh custom etched glass from<a href="https://glasswithatwist.com/"> Glass With a Twist</a> and shouting out Auburn Spirits in Wichita.06:08 - 12:46 [What's On Tap]: Presented by<a href="https://auburnspirits.com"> Auburn Spirits</a>. We crack open a Monkey Business Brains double fruit smoothie sour from<a href="https://drekkerbrewing.com/"> Drekker Brewing</a>, packed with banana and lime notes earning a massive 4.25 Untappd rating.12:46 - 22:29 [Retro Rewind]: The gritty history of Gary Kildall, the actual inventor of the first real PC operating system who was brutally ripped off by Microsoft and Bill Gates.22:29 - 28:39 [Channel Surfing]: Nostalgic flashbacks to Rookie of the Year, Free Willy, American Pie, and Rey Mysterio winning cruiserweight gold in 1996.28:39 - 32:44 [Cartridge Conundrum]: Testing 1985 WWF King of the Ring trivia, revealing the Iron Sheik took a loss to Don Muraco, who won the inaugural crown.32:44 - 39:32 [Suits or Jabronis]: A rapid fire round guessing if names like Mustard Plug are 90s ska punk bands or aggressively spicy novelty hot sauces.39:32 - 42:32 [Breaking Trav]: Foodie Mike C tests Averagetrav with some hilariously inappropriate Wheel of Fortune game show fails.42:32 - 49:17 [Cowboys Countdown]: Getting hyped for Dallas Cowboys football, breaking down Caleb Downs highlights and hoping Dak Prescott gets a Super Bowl run.49:17 - 59:49 [Trav's Take]: Breaking down the adult feeling of being squared away, comparing fully zipped CD Logic books to modern dad victories like pristine lawns.CAQ Business Directory<a href="https://auburnspirits.com">Auburn Spirits</a>: Wichita's premier neighborhood craft hub. Mention Cartridge and Quest at the register to lock down 10% off your purchase every single day. Text (316) 229-9222 to join.<a href="https://glasswithatwist.com/">Glass With a Twist</a>: Get custom etched or color printed bar glasses that look amazing on camera.<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.wellingtonregent.com/">The Regent Theater</a>: Support local cinema in Wellington! Pull up

Who Really Invented the First PC Operating System? | S2E18

Welcome to the Basement! What is up, everyone, and welcome back to the basement! S2E17 is officially here, marking 65 total episodes of the Cartridge and Quest podcast. Today, we kick things off with highly questionable misunderstandings about brining meats before diving into the greatest heel turn in 1990s wrestling history. We crack open amazing craft beer, break down ultimate summer blockbusters, and talk vintage Nintendo hardware. We also discuss Cowboys football and a new Michael Jackson biopic. Let us get into it.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 01:59 Opening Banter: We figure out the math on 65 total episodes and clear up a hilarious misunderstanding about brined meats.01:59 - 10:04 What's On Tap: Presented by<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/"> Auburn Spirits</a>. We crack open <a href="https://untappd.com/b/smoke-brewing-co-herd-of-turtles/3813749">Herd of Turtles American Pilsner</a> from<a href="https://smokebrewingcompany.com/#our-beer"> Smoke Brewing Company</a>, talking citrusy lime flavor profiles.10:04 - 29:19 Retro Rewind: A deep dive into the 1996 Bash at the Beach where Hulk Hogan betrayed millions to form the NWO faction.29:19 - 35:06 Channel Surfing: Rating iconic 1990s summer blockbusters, Terminator 2, Independence Day, A league of their own, Wild Wild West,Apollo 13, and Men in black  .35:06 - 38:41 Conundrum: Dropping retro gaming trivia about the 1997 N64 Rumble Pak release alongside Which Game?.38:41 - 49:38 Suits and Jabronis: Guessing whether 90s names belong to Silicon Valley tech billionaires or wrestling jobbers.49:38 - 1:03:45 What's On Mike's Mind: Countdown to Dallas Cowboys football, NFL trade rumors, and a review of the Michael Jackson biopic.1:03:45 - 1:09:37 Trav's Take: Conundrum Answer: Star Fox 64 Comparing the clunky 1997 N64 Rumble Pak to the HD Rumble 2.0 on the Nintendo Switch 2 playing Star Fox 64.CAQ Business Directory<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/">Auburn Spirits</a>: Wichita's premier neighborhood craft hub. Stop in, mention Cartridge and Quest at the register, and lock down 10% off your purchase every single day. Text (316) 229-9222 to join the text club.<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.wellingtonregent.com/">The Regent Theater</a>: Support local cinema down in Wellington! Pull up a seat in the air conditioning, say hello to Jerry, and check out the latest theater events.The Retro Detail BoardBash at the Beach 1996: On a hot July night, Hulk Hogan destroyed our childhood trust by dropping a leg drop on Macho Man Randy Savage. This genius booking birthed the New World Order, turning our colorful hero into the ultimate bad guy. The arena went dead silent before fans started to riot, throwing sodas and batteries into the ring.Rumble Pak Evolution: The original 1997 Nintendo 64 Rumble Pak was a heavy, battery draining block of plastic that violently shook your hands. Today, t

Why did Hulk Hogan betray millions of wrestling fans in 1996? | S2E17

Welcome back to the basement! Pop open a cold beverage and kick back as we celebrate Father's Day by escaping the daily grind of adulthood for a pure hour of 90s nostalgia. This week we start by unboxing fresh airmail from our own Rumble Pak Apparel merch store, highlighting the newly minted CQ DX shirts built keeping the nineties alive.Our premium morning fuel is presented directly by the Auburn Spirits Beer Cave. We are cracking open the Have More Fun Blonde Ale from Walnut River Brewing out of El Dorado, mapping out a breakdown of International Bitterness Units (IBUs), surviving an unscripted live speakerphone prank call, and tracing the multi-billion dollar warfare that ignited when two teenagers in a college dorm room linked the world's hard drives together and broke every rule the music industry ever made.S2E16 Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 02:29 | Airmail and Merch Arrivals: The boys unbox fresh production runs from Rumble Pak Apparel, show off the classic DX aesthetic shirts, and officially kick off Season 2, Episode 16. 02:29 - 08:07 | What's On Tap (Presented by Auburn Spirits): Testing out the neon 90s Trapper Keeper can design of Walnut River Brewing Have More Fun Blonde Ale, sitting at a hefty 5.9% ABV. 08:07 - 16:05 | The Nitty-Gritty Beer Profile: A masterclass look at 38 IBUs, explaining bitterness scaling, and debating the perfect food pairing between a greasy kitchen smash burger and a spicy chicken sandwich. 16:05 - 29:29 | Retro Rewind - The 1999 Napster Wasteland: Reliving the lawless era of 56k dial-up modems. Discover how Sean Fanning and Sean Parker built a peer-to-peer monster, why Aunt Linda answering the phone at 99% download was immediate grounds for family warfare, and the petty moment Lars Ulrich delivered 300,000 fan names in cardboard boxes to Napster HQ. 29:29 - 32:54 | Channel Surfing - Spiked Pads and Flaming Marshmallows: The Legion of Doom makes their roaring 1990 WWF debut, the harsh transition into becoming Mr. Wilson from Dennis the Menace, and Philly fans throwing trash during the King Mabel disaster. 32:54 - 36:05 | Broken Bones & Hidden Meanings: The heavy metal bait-and-switch on Sugar Ray's Floored album, the dark context behind TLC's "Waterfalls," and a full breakdown of Mick Foley getting launched off a 16-foot cage in Hell in a Cell. 36:05 - 40:36 | Premium Tablet Upgrades & Speakerphone Pranks: Bypassing small screen eye strain with the Samsung Tab S7 FE at Cellular Center ICT before an unscripted live phone call hijacks the studio feed. 40:36 - 42:51 | Cartridge Conundrum - Blast Processing: Going back to June 23, 1991, to look at the massive Sega Genesis console bundle that completely flipped the playground hierarchy. 42:51 - 50:32 | What Are These Damn Kids Saying?: Spinning the wheel of slang to break down modern terminology like "looksmaxing" and "it's giving obvious". 50:32 - 59:26 | What's On Mike's Mind - The Sitcom Dad Mount Rushmore: A massive Father's Day tribute

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What was the Monday Night Hostage Situation? | S2E15Grab your cold drinks and clear your schedule because we are dropping straight back into the basement sanctuary. Averagetrav takes a quick break from his IT director grind to stack some vintage CRT televisions, while travel chef Foodie Mike C ducks out of the kitchen to hype his upcoming summer cruise out of New Orleans. We are cracking open the massive 9.25% ABV AuburnBock doppelbock collaboration courtesy of our brand new partners at Auburn Spirits. No stiff, corporate radio voices allowed down here, just the raw basement truth.00:00 - 02:23 Summertime in the 90s, adult supervision blackouts, and the return of the Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl hype.02:23 - 08:29 What's On Tap presented by our new local partner, Auburn Spirits. Reviewing the heavy-hitting, whiskey-barrel-aged <a href="https://untappd.com/b/kc-bier-co-auburnbock/6442017">AuburnBock doppelbock</a> collaboration with <a href="https://kcbier.com/">KC Bier Co.</a>08:29 - 20:28 Retro Rewind: The Monday Night Hostage Situation. Scott Hall and Kevin Nash launch the Outsiders invasion, kick down the invisible wall of wrestling fiction, and powerbomb Eric Bischoff through a stage.20:28 - 27:28 Channel Surfing: The N64 global hardware panic, surviving basic training storms like the movie Twister, terrifying greasy Hunchback of Notre Dame Happy Meal puppets, and Mike's legendary Pensacola beach kidney stone emergency.27:28 - 35:42 Fast Food freebees: The holy grail of 90s marketing giveaways, from Pizza Hut final four basketballs to the iconic McDonald's Flintstones glass bone cups.35:42 - 36:41 Cartridge Conundrum: A high-stakes historic sports challenge honoring the legendary 1996 NBA Finals.36:41 - 42:50 Silicon Valley Suit or Squared Circle Jabroni: Mike sweeps the board decoding the tech money of Netscape and Apple against iconic mid-90s jobbers like Bastion Booger, Phineas Godwinn, and Max Moon.42:50 - 47:54 The Wheel of Nonsense: Trav gets completely embarrassed trying to explain "The Magician" from the dark corners of the Urban Dictionary library to a hypothetical second-grade class.47:54 - 59:12 What's On Mike's Mind: Breaking down the entire 2026 Dallas Cowboys schedule, the viral Fat Dak meme, and packing bags for a mid-July cruise out of New Orleans to Mexico.59:12 - 01:08:55 Trav’s Take & Outro: The agonizing wait for the new <a href="https://modretro.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoojVDWqGl8JWrWpzJSei5ijpl06Jf-keaj6Y8G9NnYoLt9Z6kTI">ModRetro</a> M64 console on July 28th, tracing couch co-op nostalgia versus emulator dorks, and the final trivia reveal.<a href="https://auburnspirits.com/">Auburn Spirits</a>: Our official new liquor sponsor right here in Wichita. Mention the Cartridge and Quest podcast at the register for an exclusive 10% off your purchase every single day, or text (316) 229-9222 to join their promotional text club.<a href="https://ww

What was the Monday Night Hostage Situation? | S2E15

Grab your cold drinks and pull up a chair! Averagetrav takes a quick breather from managing four kids and running the corporate IT infrastructure to unbox an authentic airmail package from Atari loaded with vintage Disney pogs. Meanwhile, travel chef and Food Network All Star Academy alum Foodie Mike C drops his Oklahoma State margarita cup to break down the sheer physical toll of playing a heavy rock bass set at 40 years old.We are sipping perfectly chilled <a href="https://lagunitas.com/">Lagunitas Sumpin' Easy</a> poured fresh from our brand new <a href="https://pinter.com/">Pinter</a> machine, dodging cowardly keyboard trolls, mapping out a future trip to see the Dallas Cowboys, and uncovering the legendary corporate execution of Jeffrey Katzenberg weaponizing teenage angst to completely derail the traditional Disney animation empire with a 3D animated ogre.Episode Breakdown00:00 - 04:36 : Airmail Unboxing and Pog Money. Opening a fresh Atari package with classic Disney pogs and a reversible cartridge cover.04:36 - 05:54 : Sliced Thumbs and The 149 Dollar iPhone. Trav breaks down 90s boy math and highlights an unlocked iPhone SE deal at <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.facebook.com/cellularcenterict/">Cellular Center ICT</a>.05:54 - 09:15 : Fresh Pinter Brews and Trolls. Pouring a cold Lagunitas Sumpin' Easy from the <a href="https://pinter.com/">Pinter</a> tap and calling out the live chat.09:15 - 20:34 : Retro Rewind: The Shrek Corporate Homicide. Discover how a bitter executive forced Disney into a 7.4 billion dollar buyout of Pixar.20:34 - 27:28 : Channel Surfing. Street Fighter corner trapping, McDonald's Jurassic Park fries, and the Game Boy Advance missing backlight.27:28 - 35:44 : The Fast Food Holy Grail. Reviewing the premier promotional giveaways, from Pizza Hut hand puppets to the McDonald's Flintstones bone cups.35:44 - 37:11 : Cartridge Conundrum. The missing Game Boy Advance launch game.37:11 - 42:40 : New Metal Band or Energy Drink? Mike plays a trivia game separating nu metal from liquid caffeine.42:40 - 47:58 : The Fat Dak Phenomenon. Cowboys draft moves and launching the new <a href="https://cartridgeandquest.com">Cartridge and Quest</a> newsletter.47:58 - 51:56 : Wheel of Nonsense. Mike forces Trav into the dark corners of Urban Dictionary over a questionable cheese phrase.51:56 - 01:05:43 : Tesla Woofers and Concrete Overdrive. Tesla customization and Greyshore's performance at the Brickyard.01:05:43 - 01:19:59 : Trav’s Take: Top 5 90s Elementary School Hacks. Track and field days, Book It stickers, the AV cart, and trivia reveal.620 Local Directory<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.facebook.com/cellularcenterict/">Cellular Center ICT (CCICT)</a>: Visit Sam and Alex at the Town East Mall in Wichita for fully tested 64GB iPhone SE models at just 149 dollars.<a hre

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If you grew up watching Fox on Sunday nights in the 1990s, you might not know his name, but you absolutely know his voice. From The Simpsons and Martin to the primetime Emmys, world-famous voice actor Joe Cipriano was the signature sound of a generation. In this exclusive interview on the Cartridge and Quest podcast, the legendary voice of 90s Fox TV sits down in the basement to pull back the curtain on the golden era of television, reading promos at 30 frames a second, and the terrifying modern threat of AI voice cloning.We are also breaking down the cutthroat reality of the 1991 console wars at CES in Chicago, where Sega executed a kamikaze pricing strategy to nerf the Super Nintendo launch, and Nintendo accidentally birthed its biggest rival: the Sony PlayStation.00:00 to 07:41 Welcome to the basement, dodging Riverside technical difficulties, and fueling up with Alani energy drinks.07:41 to 09:44 90s kid boy math: why we throw down on retro games but walk around swiping on shattered smartphone glass.09:44 to 25:09 Retro Rewind: The brutal 1991 CES boardroom battles where Sega dropped prices and Nintendo accidentally created the PlayStation. listnet to that full story in episode 4 <a href="https://www.cartridgeandquest.com/podcast/episode/3420fe3b/from-apple-1-to-dark-web-devils">https://www.cartridgeandquest.com/podcast/episode/3420fe3b/from-apple-1-to-dark-web-devils </a>25:09 to 31:37 Channel Surfing: The 3-boobed alien from Total Recall, Metallica dropping the Load album, and blurry Game Boy Camera photos.31:37 to 35:22 Cartridge Conundrum: The unique, battery-powered hardware built directly into the Pokemon Pinball cartridge.35:22 to 40:53 What Are These Damn Kids Saying: Translating Gen Z slang like Cooked and Motion.40:53 to 47:56 Mid-roll plugs, talking to the live chat, and hyping Mike's band Greyshore playing live at the Brickyard.47:56 to 01:52:47 The Big Interview: Legendary voice actor Joe Cipriano joins the basement to talk about voicing Fox Sundays, reading promos, and fighting AI voice theft.01:52:47 to 02:09:59 Mike spins his Wheel of Nonsense, we look at how 90s crushes are aging, and we reveal the Cartridge Conundrum answer.We are always keeping things rooted in the 620 area code. This week, we are doing some 90s kid math. Instead of walking around with a shattered phone screen that looks like it took a Sid Vicious powerbomb, we are sending you to see Alex and Sam at Cellular Center ICT (CCICT) in the Town East Mall over in Wichita for twenty dollars off your repair. We also want to shout out Jerry at the Regent Theater down in Wellington for keeping movie tickets affordable so we can go catch The Mandalorian. Finally, if you are in Wichita, go see Mike's band Greyshore tear it up live at the Brickyard!Did your parents buy a Sega Genesis just to save 50 bucks in the 90s? Let us know in the comments!Guest: Check Joe out on youtube every

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Welcome back to the basement for episode twelve season two. Averagetrav takes a break from managing four kids and running the IT department to break down the gritty reality of 90s peer to peer downloading. Meanwhile, travel chef and former Food Network contestant Foodie Mike C explains how he managed to survive a brutal dinner rush while passing a massive kidney stone. We are sipping on Central Standard Brewing's Rumble Pack IPA, and Especial Mexican Lager! Talking about the tragic death of the Sega Dreamcast, and exposing the hidden horror game prototype disguised as a classic Disney cartoon. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and lets get it! 00:00 to 04:04 We kick things off with Central Standard Brewing and a massive shoutout to Cellular Center ICT in Wichita. 04:04 to 08:58 Dealing with Mac audio glitches and catching the Mandalorian at the Regent Theater. 08:58 to 19:51 Retro Rewind frames the demise of the Sega Dreamcast as a tragic true crime story. 19:51 to 27:46 Channel Surfing covers the 1996 WWE Curtain Call, the Fresh Prince finale, and Mike's kidney stone. 27:46 to 48:40 We dive into the Disney Afternoon Collection physical release on the Switch and actual milk caps. 48:40 to 51:24 Cartridge Conundrum asks a deep cut question about Metal Gear Solid on the Game Boy Color. 51:24 to 56:17 What Are These Damn Kids Saying translates Gen Z slang like Crash Out and Mewing. 56:17 to 01:07:24 Mike spins his own unhinged wheel, leading to an awkward explanation of the Oklahoma hand puppet. 01:07:24 to 01:14:19 Trav's Take ranks the ultimate Mount Rushmore of P2P downloading from Napster to LimeWire. 01:14:19 to 01:17:20 The Ghost Babel conundrum answer, Bring Me The Horizon lore, and signing off. This week we are skipping the big corporate tech stores and shouting out Cellular Center ICT right here at the Town East Mall in Wichita for hooking it up with eighty five dollar unlocked tablets. We are also fueling the podcast with some amazing local pours, specifically the Rumble Pack IPA and the Especial from Central Standard Brewing. And as always, we love shouting out Christopher and Jerry at the Regent Theater in Wellington for keeping the local cinema alive. Dreamcast True Crime: We expose the real story behind the death of the Sega Dreamcast. Sega America and Sega Japan acted like toxic parents, bleeding money on the Sega CD and 32X before Electronic Arts completely abandoned them. By the time Sony showed up hyping the PS2 DVD player, the Dreamcast was doomed. The Resident Evil Connection: The upcoming Disney Afternoon Collection features the Super Nintendo classic Goof Troop. It turns out Shinji Mikami built Goof Troop with item management, locked doors, and block pushing puzzles, using it as the exact prototype he would later use to create the horror masterpiece Resident Evil. P2P Downloading: We look back at the wild west of the earl

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Hosted by Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C, Cartridge and Quest is your weekly escape from adult responsibilities. We ditch the real world to settle old playground arguments and dive deep into the golden era of 16-bit gaming, Attitude Era wrestling, and classic Saturday morning cartoons.What to expect when you hang out with us:The Ultimate Rivalry: Trav brings the SNES loyalty, and Mike reps the Sega Genesis. We are settling the 16-bit wars once and for all.Weekly Challenges: Test your memory with Cartridge Conundrum trivia and breakdown questionable 90s lyrics in Lost in Translation.Balanced Realism: We admit when old games play clunky today, but we never forget that warm 1990s glow. It is all about the memories, not dry history facts.Hit that follow button right here on Spotify and join us every week. Keep it rad, and peace.

Cartridge and Quest: The Ultimate 90s Nostalgia Podcast

Welcome to the BasementWelcome back to the Basement for episode eleven of season two! Today, we have a completely surreal experience. We actually got the legendary Andy Merrill, the voice of Brak and Oglethorpe, to join us in the basement. Averagetrav takes a break from managing four kids to bring his IT Director troubleshooting skills to fix some early recording glitches. Meanwhile, travel chef and former Food Network contestant Foodie Mike C geeks out over a true childhood icon. We are talking about the real history of Space Ghost Coast to Coast, hilarious voice acting stories, and Andy's adventures outside of television. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let us get into it.Episode Breakdown00:00 to 04:19 Technical difficulties with Riverside and officially welcoming Andy Merrill to the show.04:19 to 14:00 Andy corrects our lore and reveals how they actually filmed the Space Ghost interviews.14:00 to 17:36 The truth about Andy working as an Amazon delivery driver and getting bit by a Great Dane.17:36 to 22:33 How Pete Smith and Nora Smith helped write the iconic Brak songs.22:33 to 35:37 Voice acting constraints, Adult Swim memories, and Andy dropping a custom podcast intro.35:37 to 50:23 Dealing with bombing on stage, singing Radiohead as Brak, and performing on the JoCo Cruise.50:23 to 01:15:45 Baking fruit of the forest pies, voicing Grandma Wolf, cancel culture, and Australian Shepherds.Midwest MemoriesWe are always keeping things rooted in the 620 area code. Even when we have massive voice acting legends hanging out with us, we still bring that authentic Kansas dad cave energy to every single recording. We love giving a huge shoutout to our local spots, from hitting the arcades in Wichita to catching movies at the Regent Theater down here in Wellington.The Retro Detail BoardSpace Ghost Secrets: We finally learn the truth about the Coast to Coast interviews. Instead of college kids in suits, the guests actually spoke to a picture of Space Ghost taped to the camera while Andy and the team talked to them through a phone earpiece from Atlanta.The Amazon Years: Andy clears up the Wikipedia rumors about his career. He spent two years working as an Amazon delivery driver where he went viral for posting a photo after a Great Dane bit his arm.Musical Masterpieces: We get the origin stories of our favorite Brak songs. Teenage Nora Smith helped write tracks, while Andy would use extra studio time to completely improvise classics like Don't Touch Me right off the top of his head.Comedy and Cancel Culture: Andy shares his perspective on bombing on stage and how he uses a ukulele to recover. We also dive into the state of comedy today, referencing Dave Chappelle and the importance of just being funny without constantly relying on pure shock value.Join the Community!What is your absolute favorite Brak song from the 90s? Let us

How Space Ghost Secretly Changed 90s Television (ft. Andy Merrill / Brak)

Welcome back to the Man Cave Basement! It is Mother's Day weekend, so we are dropping a special vault rerun to celebrate the moms while we spend time with our families. Averagetrav is navigating the chaos of being a 40 something dad of four kids and bringing his IT Director perspective to 90s computing history. Meanwhile, travel chef and former Food Network contestant Foodie Mike C learns about the dark secrets hidden inside early software downloads. Crack open a cold Shiner Bock, pull up a chair, and let us get into it.00:00 to 01:54 Mother's Day weekend rerun introduction and It's Always Sunny orange juice mixer trivia.01:54 to 06:40 Nerd News covers the 1991 CERN HTML server, 1994 ANSI ATA standards, and 1996 hard drive prices.06:40 to 11:14 Looking back at the 1998 launch of ZDTV, Tech TV, and installing huge subwoofers in 90s hatchbacks.11:14 to 16:49 The 2001 DVD RW Alliance, burning CDs, AI limitations, and Windows 2000 bug fixes.16:49 to 19:19 The Cartridge Conundrum asks about a groundbreaking 1998 PlayStation racing simulator.19:19 to 25:40 Comparing Xbox and PlayStation sales in 2003, digital versus physical games, and New Super Mario Bros on the DS.25:40 to 31:10 GTA 4 breaks records in 2008, Minecraft launches in 2009, and Mark Zuckerberg's birthday.31:10 to 37:48 Shrek wins an Academy Award, plus a deep dive into Star Wars Episode 2 and Ewan McGregor.37:48 to 43:47 The weekly sports betting recap featuring FanDuel, NHL, and MLB wagers.43:47 to 53:09 What Would Trav Do features a disastrous Star Wars Fortnite match where Trav abandons his squad.53:09 to 58:34 Breaking Trav exposes the LimeWire spyware virus and investigates a bizarre forearm mole conspiracy.We love keeping things rooted in our local Midwest stomping grounds. We are laughing through the gritty reality of growing up retro right here in the 620 area code, whether we are talking about local computer repair shops in Wichita or catching movies at the Regent Theater in Wellington.Retro Computing: We expose the truth behind 1990s technology, starting in 1991 when the very first web server ran HTML at the CERN Institute. We cover the glory days of 1996 when a massive 3.1 gigabyte Western Digital hard drive cost 550 dollars. We also explore the dawn of tech television with the 1998 launch of ZDTV and beloved shows like The Screen Savers.Gaming History: We revisit the explosive 2008 launch of Grand Theft Auto 4, which raked in 310 million dollars on its very first day and beat Halo 3. We also look back at Minecraft releasing to the public in 2009, eventually becoming the best selling video game of all time.LimeWire Secrets: We expose the truth behind LimeWire, which secretly installed spyware called Lime Shop on all of our desktops. The software monitored our online purchases and caused massive headaches on our family computers.Fortnite Fails: We laugh at Trav's di

Did LimeWire Secretly Spy on Your Family Computer? OR Why Do We All Have This Exact Same Forearm Mole?

Does using a Game Genie actually destroy your NES console, or were we just blowing into cartridges for no reason? From the gritty truth behind 90s tech lore to the absolute chaos of the infamous WWE Plane Ride From Hell, we are breaking down the blueprint of our childhoods. We are looking back at the exact moments that shaped our generation and unpacking the wild history behind the video games, music, and wrestling that defined the greatest decade.Welcome back to another episode of Cartridge and Quest! We have a split connection this week. Averagetrav is dialing in remotely from a hotel in Napa, California, sipping on a Cutwater Tequila Paloma. Meanwhile, Foodie Mike C is holding it down back home in the Midwest, kicking back with a White Crow "Apple of My Pie" cider. Even with Trav on the road, the retro vibes are stronger than ever. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's hang out as we dive deep into the vault. Today we are diving into May 1990 to look back at the release of the Galoob Game Genie. This device changed gaming forever by letting us alter the code, but we unpack the bitter lawsuit between Galoob and Nintendo and the reality of how it actually bent the connectors inside the console. We are also celebrating the massive May 1994 release of Weezer's Blue Album, a record that became permanently etched in our brains when the "Buddy Holly" music video was bundled on the Windows 95 installation CD ROM. Next, we look back at the insane 1995 Electronic Entertainment Expo where Sony executed the greatest mic drop in gaming history. Right after Sega announced the Saturn would cost $399, Sony executive Steve Race walked up to the podium, simply said "$299," and walked off, completely destroying Sega's launch momentum. We also explore the bitter legal battle where the World Wildlife Fund forced the World Wrestling Federation to become the WWE, saving the pandas but changing wrestling forever. Plus, we look back at the 1999 blockbuster hit The Mummy and the inescapable radio dominance of Smash Mouth's All Star.Taking the nostalgia goggles off reveals some truly unhinged madness, especially when we discuss the infamous 2002 WWE Plane Ride From Hell. Imagine a chartered flight featuring Brock Lesnar, Mr. Perfect, and a fully unhinged roster causing absolute chaos at 30,000 feet. We also debut a hilarious new trivia game: Silicon Valley Suit or Squared Circle Jabroni? Trav tests Mike to see if he can figure out whether names like Barry Horowitz, Jim Barksdale, and Steve Lombardi (aka The Brooklyn Brawler) belong in a tech startup boardroom or taking bumps in a wrestling ring. Later, Mike shares his recent culinary adventures cooking for the band The Home Team and Bilmuri, plus an epic Magic the Gathering card drop. We are laughing through the gritty, unregulated reality of growing up retro right here in the Midwest, whether we are fueling our road trips with Cocoa Dolce espresso chocolate, grabbing a fresh pint at

Did the Game Genie Destroy Your NES? 90s Tech Lore & Weezer's Blue Album | Cartridge and Quest

Episode BreakdownWe are cracking open some White Crow "Apple of My Pie" cider and diving into the glorious chaos of the 90s. Did Andy Merrill, the legendary voice of Brak from Space Ghost Coast to Coast, really just roast us on TikTok? You bet he did. Today we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Friday, discovering the 1986 origins of modern clickbait with Geraldo Rivera, and drafting the ultimate 90s cereal mascots. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's get into some pure nostalgia.00:00 - 02:02 - Cracking the White Crow Cider and getting roasted on TikTok by Brak.02:02 - 11:24 - Retro Rewind: Project Hail Mary, 30 Years of Friday, Deebo, and USA Network dubs.11:24 - 23:41 - Channel Surfing: The Mickey Mouse Club, Growing Pains, Conan O'Brien, and the first Inferno Match.23:41 - 28:48 - WTF Deep Dive: Geraldo Rivera, Al Capone's empty vault, and the birth of clickbait.28:48 - 32:28 - Cartridge Conundrum: 1995 Toys "R" Us SNES releases.32:28 - 39:25 - Cartoon Conspiracies: Courage the Cowardly Dog and Ed, Edd n Eddy.39:25 - 40:56 - Breaking Trav: The wildest, most inappropriate shorts on the internet.40:56 - 44:53 - Lost in Translation: John Mellencamp's chili dogs and misheard lyrics.44:53 - 56:50 - Trav's Take: The Ultimate 90s Cereal Mascot Draft.56:50 - 59:43 - Conundrum Answer: Kirby's Avalanche, Puyo Puyo scams, and hating the Nosferatu remake.Midwest MemoriesWe are always repping the local Midwest scene down here in the basement. A huge shoutout to the Regent Theater right here in Wellington for keeping the movie magic alive and gearing up for Project Hail Mary. Plus, there is nothing quite like kicking back with a locally brewed White Crow cider while arguing over which sugary cereal mascot dominated our childhood breakfast tables.The Retro Detail BoardPop Culture & Movies: Celebrating the April 1995 release of Friday, a legendary movie made for just $3.5 million in 20 days. We also break down why Deebo riding a beach cruiser was the most terrifying villain of the decade.TV & Wrestling: We surf through late April history, covering the 1989 Mickey Mouse Club revival, the Undertaker vs. Kane Inferno Match setting the ring on fire, and Geraldo Rivera pioneering modern clickbait with the 1986 live TV disaster of Al Capone's Vault.The Great Cereal Draft: Breaking down the top-tier sugar pushers of our childhood. From Count Chocula and Sugar Bear to the absolute chaos of the Cocoa Puffs Cuckoo Bird, we rank the mascots that made our mornings great.Join the Community!Who takes the number one overall pick in your 90s cereal mascot draft? And what is the wildest cartoon conspiracy you remember hearing? Let us know in the comments!Grab a Drink: Check out what is on tap locally at<a href="https://whitecrowcider.com/"> White Crow Cider Company</a>.Shop The Stash: Head over to the<a href="https://

Cereal Mascot Draft, Brak Roasts Us & 90s Cartoon Conspiracies | S2E8

"Ever wonder what two elder millennial dads would chat about if left alone in a basement with microphones? Expect a wild ride down memory lane, full of misadventures, childhood snacks, and the universal longing for simpler, sugar-filled days.In this episode:The art of faking being sick for a day off and how childhood laziness hasn't changed.Tortilla wars: gas burners, microwaves, and grandma's secret recipes.The raw power of sugar—on cereal, in drinks, and on peanut butter sandwiches.The bizarre but hilarious idea of using autism or ADHD as an excuse for doing stupid stuff (spoiler: still done).The secret history of Rice Krispie Treats and their 1939 debut—before it was a treat.Dad banter about childhood trauma, getting hit, and whether it was learned behavior or just luck.The chaos of online passwords and the rare moment of "evil twin" podcast humor.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rice_Krispies_treat">Rice Krispies Treats History</a><a href="https://www.tortillasland.com/">Tortillas Land</a><a href="https://www.knorr.com/us/en/soups-and-stock/bouillon.html">Knorr Chicken Bouillon</a><a href="https://twitter.com/AverageTrav">Twitter</a><a href="https://twitter.com/MikeCastaneda">Twitter</a>Timestamp Highlights: 00:00 - The Hot Dog Mishap and Childhood Autistic Freedom 02:00 - Parenting, Trauma, and Zero Chill (or never losing it?) 03:32 - Pretending to be sick: the ultimate school hack 05:36 - Tortilla tales: microwaves, gas stoves, and grandma's recipes 06:37 - The sugar revolution: cereal and snacks in the 90s 08:08 - Rice Krispies: secret history and making them your way 09:33 - Childhood sugar overload: drinks, snacks, and how we survived 10:47 - The unexplained glory of “evil twin” podcastsResources & Links:Connect with AverageTrav & Mike:Warning: Listening may cause intense nostalgia, spontaneous snack cravings, and uncontrollable laughter. Proceed at your own risk!

The Best Life Lesson? Skip School, Eat Junk, and Tell Your Brain to Hell With It

Welcome back to the Basement! We are cracking open some spiked Twisted Teas and jumping straight into the absolute chaos of life as a 90s kid. Remember getting shocked by your CRT TV? Or the trauma of your parents opening a $150 Nintendo Tip Line phone bill? Today we are breaking down the peak of the Monday Night Wars, the bizarre genius of Space Ghost Coast to Coast, and why 90s appointment TV built the best pop culture shared experiences. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's hang out.00:00 - 05:58 CRT TV shocks, cell phone speaker static, and spiked Twisted Teas. 05:58 - 08:30 Retro Rewind: Project Hail Mary and the Wellington Artemis II connection. 08:30 - 16:40 Monday Night Wars: WWF breaks WCW's streak, Stone Cold vs. Vince McMahon. 16:40 - 21:46 90s Headlines: In Living Color, Super Metroid tip line bills, and Nas drops Illmatic. 21:46 - 26:22 Tiger Woods, the Sega Dreamcast 9/9/99 launch, and Kazaa computer viruses. 26:22 - 32:43 WTF Moment: The bizarre origins of Space Ghost Coast to Coast. 32:43 - 35:39 Cartridge Conundrum: 1996 NBA Hangtime arcade trivia. 35:39 - 44:20 New Game: Silicon Valley Suit or Squared Circle Jabroni? 44:20 - 51:22 What's on Mike's Mind: Bilmuri, cooking for The Home Team, and Magic the Gathering. 51:22 - 54:41 Breaking Trav & Lost in Translation: Unhinged Dobby and misheard lyrics. 54:41 - 01:02:12 Trav's Take: SNICK, All That, and the glory of 90s appointment TV. 01:02:12 - 01:06:24 Conundrum Answer & Custom Cartridge and Quest shoe giveaway plans.We are always repping the local Midwest scene down here in the basement. A huge shoutout to the Regent Theater in Wellington for keeping the movie magic alive. Plus, Food Network All-Star Academy alum Foodie Mike C is planning an epic Magic the Gathering card drop for the band The Home Team over at Wizards Alley right by Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita.Retro Tech & Gaming: We recount the days of downloading PS1 ROMs on Bleem and Kazaa, getting the absolute tar shocked out of us by CRT monitors, and the brutal difficulty of Super Metroid on the SNES.Wrestling History: We dive into the monumental April 1998 Monday Night Raw where Stone Cold Steve Austin and Dude Love took on a jacked Vince McMahon, officially ending the WCW 84 week ratings streak.90s Television: The 1994 premiere of Space Ghost Coast to Coast and its wild college kid interview tactics, plus the peak era of SNICK, TLC's All That theme song, and Kenan and Kel's Good Burger.We want to hear from you! What was the hardest 90s video game you ever rage quit? Drop a comment in any of the social and let us know! Website Delight: Get your gear at<a href="https://cartridgeandquest.com"> CartridgeandQuest.com</a>.Local Magic: Check out the card selection at<a href="https://wizardsict.com/"> Wizards Alley</a> in Wichita.Catch a Movie: See what is playing at the<a href="https://www.facebook.com/WellingtonRegentTheater/"> Regent Thea

Why Michael Jordan Was BANNED From 90s Video Games

The Hook & Vibe CheckWelcome back to the Man Cave Basement! We are cracking open some Shiner Bocks and diving headfirst into the best (and weirdest) moments of April in the 90s. Did PF Flyers actually make you run faster? Is Goofy actually a cow? And what happens when a billion-dollar tech company doesn't double-check American slang before a massive 1996 computer launch? Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's get into some pure 90s nostalgia.Episode Breakdown & Timestamps00:00 - Cracking the Shiner, the Mario Movie, and Toad's internal monologues.04:09 - Retro Rewind: Celebrating The Sandlot (1993) - PF Flyers, S'mores, and 90s vs. modern iPad summers.18:49 - This Week in 90s History: The 1991 Nintendo Monopoly investigation, MK3 removing Scorpion, and the opening of Camden Yards.25:22 - 90s Sports: MLS kicks off, wearing Sambas as a poser, and the sheer terror of 90s athletes like Albert Belle and Mike Tyson.31:27 - Wrestling History: DDP wins WCW Gold at 43 and the modern miracle of DDP Yoga.34:18 - Deep Dark Tech Secrets: Panasonic's disastrous 1996 "Woody Touch" computer and the "Internet Pecker" browser.42:16 - Cartridge Conundrum: Can you guess the classic game bundled into Windows 3.1?46:36 - What Are These Damn Kids Saying?: Trying to translate "Sigma" and "NPC" into 90s terms.54:27 - What's on Mike's Mind: 90s band picture riddles.56:48 - Breaking Trav: "Do Drugs, Not Ninja Turtles" and other terrible signs.59:25 - Lost in Translation: Did Beyoncé actually say that in Destiny's Child?01:02:46 - Trav's Take: Why A Goofy Movie is the king of 90s Disney, Powerline bangers, and the great Goofy vs. Clarabelle Cow debate.01:10:16 - Cartridge Conundrum Answer: How Microsoft secretly trained us to use a mouse.Midwest MemoriesThis week had us reminiscing about catching the Wichita Wranglers down at the stadium as kids. Plus, we are heavily manifesting a 4th of July Sandlot block party and baseball game out on the grass at the Regent Theater right here in Wellington. Let's make it happen!The Retro Detail BoardThe Sandlot & Summer Boredom: We break down why the "forced boredom" of the 60s and 90s built better childhoods. No Amazon same-day delivery, no hoverboards—just erector sets, shop vacs, and trying to get your dad's Babe Ruth ball back from The Beast.Tech Blunders & Hidden Training: We uncover the hilarious, multi-million dollar mistake Panasonic made in 1996 by naming their touch-screen computer "The Woody." We also reveal how Windows 3.1 games like Minesweeper and Solitaire were actually secret training exercises to teach 90s adults how to right-click and left-click a mouse.The Ultimate Disney Debate: Trav takes a stand for A Goofy Movie as the most relatable 90s Disney film, complete with the absolute bangers from Powerline. But things go completely off the rails when Mike hits the Googl

Is Goofy a Cow? 90s Disney Debates & is The Sandlot the greatest Baseball movie of all time? | S2E06

Welcome to the BasementWelcome back to the Man Cave Basement! Today, Foodie Mike C is mixing up his custom "Copper Papi" alongside some massive Buc-ee’s mimosas, and we are cracking them open to dive deep into some pure 90s nostalgia. We’re talking about the Attitude Era origins with the Undertaker’s debut at WrestleMania 7, the absolute glory days of couch co-op gaming, and why 90s fast food—from McDonald's Szechuan Sauce to Pizza Hut's Space Jam collabs—was just undefeated. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's hang out.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Sunday Morning Vibes01:10 Food, Drinks, and Scented Memories04:09 Creative Cocktails and Market Ideas08:17 Tech Gadgets and Charging Solutions12:17 Smoking Ribs and BBQ Techniques13:36 Movie Snacks and Theater Experiences19:33 Wrestling Legends and WrestleMania 724:23 The Legacy of The Undertaker's Streak29:21 WrestleMania in Vegas and Nostalgia32:21 Pizza Hut and Space Jam Collabs37:02 Video Games: Need for Speed 3 and Couch Co-op40:03 GTA 6 and Modern Gaming Trends02:28 Hilarious Clips from Gaming Sessions09:53 Strategies and Tips for Dead by Daylight19:33 Wild Lyrics of John Mess and Dance Gavin Dance29:38 Mount Rushmore of Video Game Crushes39:39 Pop Culture References and 90s Nostalgia49:34 Funny Clips of People Falling and Getting Hit59:35 Gaming and Sports Updates: Hockey and Fortnite01:09:33 Closing Remarks and Social Media ShoutoutsWhether we're talking about grabbing movie theater popcorn cooked in classic peanut oil down at the Regent Theater right here in Wellington, or reminiscing about Pizza Hut getting its start in our own backyard over at WSU in Wichita, this episode is packed with Midwest flavor. It's all about those local memories that made us the retro gamers we are today.Retro Gaming: Discussing the sheer chaos of Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit on the PlayStation, the N64 classic Blast Corps, and why modern game prices (looking at you, WWE 2K26 and GTA 6) are getting completely out of hand.Wrestling History: A breakdown of the Undertaker's 1991 debut and legendary 21-year WrestleMania streak, plus a look back at the high-flying Superfly Jimmy Snuka.Pop Culture & Fast Food: The cultural impact of the 1998 Mulan McDonald's Szechuan Sauce, Pizza Hut's 30th Anniversary Space Jam boxes, and 90s Nickelodeon classics like All That and Good Burger.Gaming Crushes: Trav builds his Mount Rushmore of 90s pixelated loves, including Lara Croft (Tomb Raider), Chun-Li (Street Fighter 2), Sonya Blade (Mortal Kombat), and... Birdo?We need your help to settle the debate—who actually deserves the 4th spot on the Video Game Crushes Mount Rushmore? Hit us up on our new favorite Myspace-style platform, Y2 Social, or drop a comment on our other socials to cast your vote.Grab Some Merch:

The 90s McDonald's Item They Refuse to Bring Back | S2E04

Hey Dad, how do you Remember the 90s? Nostalgia, Ninja Turtles, and Vanilla Ice — Oh My!Buckle up, fellow elder millennials! We're diving into the glorious chaos of 90s pop culture, from gritty homemade Ninja Turtle movies to the most bizarre food marketing ever. Think of this as a basement hang with dad jokes and fond memories, plus a sprinkle of modern regret.In this episode:The wild adventures of TMNT: secret of the ooze in theaters and the love for the franchiseNostalgic snacks: Ninja Turtle Crunch-a-Bungas and pizza-flavored everythingThe legendary "I'm Back" fax from MJ — yes, that Michael Jordan comeback!A hilarious breakdown of Snow’s gibberish song “Informer” and decoding its wild lyricsThe epic resurgence of bands like Bad Omens, and the absurdity of social media hateClassic "conundrum" puzzle from Resident Evil, and how nostalgia makes old games betterOddball topics: Book It! reading books for pizza, Bigfoot pizza commercials, and wild marketing from the 90sThe ultimate showdown: Vanilla Ice and his "Ninja Rap" — culture or cringe?Timestamps:00:00 - The ninja warrior in the alley: storytelling gone wrong02:01 - How to make an Irish Mule — a St. Patrick's Day classic!08:00 - TMNT movie review: gritty vs. goofy — what was missing?09:53 - Did they really use real weapons? Kiddie memories vs. adult critiquing11:18 - The secret of the VHS preview tapes and changing movie titles13:13 - Is nostalgia a drug? Revisiting old faves with fresh eyes15:20 - The infamous "Big Girls Don't Cry" VHS mishap and changing tapes16:00 - Turtles deep dive: Bebop, Rocksteady, and the '90s toy decisions18:10 - Craziest facts from the TMNT universe: stuntmen, secret voices, and behind-the-scenes secrets25:34 - Vanilla Ice’s ultimate "G" moment: Vanilla Ice on stage with the Turtles30:36 - The rise of underground bands like President: secret shows, band mysteries, and love for the art36:40 - Snow’s "Informer": gibberish or secret code? Decoding the 90s hit42:13 - Michael Jordan's fax: from retirement to legendary comeback — why the fax was cooler than a tweet44:57 - Conundrum puzzle: Resident Evil mansion keys — the mystery of the star key50:35 - The magic of Irish cups and the art of making perfect whiskey drinks55:00 - The toxicity of social media and why it's better to just be kind57:10 - Building the perfect pizza (or taco, or sushi!) — culinary endless possibilities65:37 - Book It! and the wild world of Pizza Hut marketing and Bigfoot pizza ads69:17 - Ninja Turtle Snack Attack: Crunch-a-Bungas and pizza-flavored joy70:35 - Wrapping up with a cheeky game of "Breaking Trav" and a call for fan engagement Keywords: Cartridge and Quest, 90s nostalgia, 90s kid, retro gaming podcast, TMNT Secret of the Ooze

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