"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.Rice Krispies Treats HistoryTortillas LandKnorr Chicken BouillonTwitterTwitterTimestamp Highlights:00:00 - The Hot Dog Mishap and Childhood Autistic Freedom02:00 - Parenting, Trauma, and Zero Chill (or never losing it?)03:32 - Pretending to be sick: the ultimate school hack05:36 - Tortilla tales: microwaves, gas stoves, and grandma's recipes06:37 - The sugar revolution: cereal and snacks in the 90s08:08 - Rice Krispies: secret history and making them your way09:33 - Childhood sugar overload: drinks, snacks, and how we survived10:47 - 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

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