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WrestleMania 20 Revisited: A Live Experience Perspective & A New Chapter

March 13, 2024 • Dan Kemp/Lou Carnevale • Episode 72

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Welcome back, Generation 'S' aficionados, to another episode that's not just a trip down memory lane but a leap into an exciting future for our podcast. This week, we're taking a deep dive into WrestleMania 20, an event that holds a special place in our hearts, especially for Lou, who had the incredible opportunity to experience the magic live at Madison Square Garden. But that's not all – we've also got some big news to share about the future direction of our podcast, so stick around for the journey.

WrestleMania 20, with its tagline "Where it all begins again," was a landmark event in WWE history, and revisiting it brings back a flood of emotions and memories. Lou shares his firsthand account of being there, soaking in the atmosphere, the crowd's energy, and witnessing some of the most iconic moments in wrestling history live. From the opening bout to the grand finale that saw [redacted to avoid specifics], every match is revisited with the passion and detail only someone who lived it could provide. Though we're keeping our favorite moments under wraps for now, expect plenty of insights, laughter, and maybe a few surprises as we break down the card.

Then, there's the big announcement we teased in the last episode. If you've been with us for the ride, you know that nostalgia is the heart and soul of what we do. It's with great excitement (and a hint of nostalgia, of course) that we announce our podcast will be transitioning to a retro-gaming focus in a few weeks, under the new name 'Backwards Compatible'. This shift represents not just a new chapter for us, but a whole new world of memories, games, and culture to explore, from the arcade classics to the console masterpieces that shaped our childhoods and the gaming industry.

'Backwards Compatible' will be your go-to source for all things retro gaming, from deep dives into legendary game libraries, interviews with industry icons, and of course, the same lively discussions and debates that you've come to love from Lou and me. We're incredibly excited about this evolution and believe it will bring even more value, entertainment, and nostalgia to our amazing community.

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