In this episode of the Cartridge and Quest Podcast, hosts Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C dive into a mix of personal anecdotes and nostalgic pop culture. The episode kicks off with the guys getting ready for their trip to California, discussing everything from chiropractic visits to the proper attire for a Michelin-star restaurant.

From there, they jump into their Retro Rewind segment, focusing on major anniversaries in September history. They celebrate the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation 1 and reminisce about its groundbreaking impact on gaming, especially compared to the Nintendo 64 Expansion Pack. The discussion also touches on legendary titles like Metal Gear Solid and the short-lived, but revolutionary, Sega Dreamcast.

The hosts also explore iconic TV shows, including The Wonder Years and the beloved Friday night lineup that featured hits like Family Matters and Boy Meets World. The conversation then moves to wrestling, marking the anniversary of the very first episode of WCW Nitro.

Finally, Averagetrav and Foodie Mike C share their first impressions of the new NFL season, diving into a detailed breakdown of the Cowboys vs. Eagles game and a surprising loss for the Chiefs. The episode wraps up with their weekly gaming segment, ”What Would Trav Do?”, featuring clips of their latest Fortnite misadventures.

Chapters

00:00:00 – Starting the show and getting ready

00:00:28 – Talking about food and a chiropractor visit

00:01:13 – Dude robes and bathroom breaks

00:02:00 – Packing for California and Michelin star restaurant attire

00:03:46 – Listener drama and podcast shoutouts

00:05:27 – We're live on TikTok

00:06:06 – Retro Rewind and Star Wars cup giveaway

00:08:00 – Podcast is voted #1 by 40-year-olds in Wellington, Kansas

00:09:49 – Dealing with hate comments

00:11:13 – Retro Rewind: F1 Movie

00:12:47 – On this Day in History: PlayStation 1, N64 Expansion Pack, Metal Gear Solid, Dreamcast, Pokemon Stadium

00:25:56 – The Madden Curse: Marshall Faulk

00:27:54 – TV Rewind: The Wonder Years

00:30:15 – Friday Night TV: Family Matters, Boy Meets World, Pinky and the Brain, and The Magic School Bus

00:41:48 – Spooky Season Movies: Corpse Bride

00:44:15 – Wrestling Rewind: WCW Nitro Premiere

00:46:06 – First Take on NFL Season and the Cowboys

00:51:25 – NFL Teams that have never won a Super Bowl

00:54:02 – Chiefs vs. Chargers review

00:56:45 – Football talk and What would Trav do?

00:58:30 – Fortnite clips and stories

01:00:16 – Social media and wrap-up

Relevant Links & Hashtags

Links:

Instagram: @cartridgeandquest

TikTok: @cartridgeandquest

YouTube: Cartridge and Quest

Hashtags:

#CartridgeAndQuest #Podcast #RetroGaming #RetroRewind #PopCulture #NFL #Cowboys #Eagles #Chiefs #SuperBowl #Madden #GamingHistory #90sNostalgia #BoyMeetsWorld #FamilyMatters #Dreamcast #PlayStation