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The Chris and Sam Podcast

Chris Hanlon & Sam Elton-Walters

Randomness, technology and life brought to you each week in a 30 min podcast by two guys from New Zealand named Chris and Sam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:22

WETIT

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/13

SummaryChris and Sam dive into the world of teat spraying technology with Matt and Trevor from Wetit at the Fieldays event.We learn why teat hygiene is crucial for dairy cows, how automation is changing the cowshed, and what makes Wetit’s solutions unique after 30 years in the industry. There’s chat about field days antics, technician woes, and even a random fart song from Spotify.LinksWETIT Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:05

The Shear Space

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/13

SummaryChris sits down with Maddie from Iona College to talk about The Shear Space – an acoustically insulated pod made from New Zealand wool and designed for quiet study, work, or podcasting.We hear how the project started as a solution for a noisy school library and evolved into a potential business idea, plus the challenges of design, marketing, and learning on the fly at Fieldays.LinksIona College NZThe Shear Space - Award for Excellence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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28:10

The Angry Mexican

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/12

SummarySam visits the Waikato Food Show and almost pays $210 for a food truck meal, while Chris recalls restaurant mishaps.We hear about permanent jewelry, a suspiciously glaring "Angry Mexican," and a Swiss startup putting solar panels between train tracks. There’s also a right-angle bridge in India, chemtrail bans in the US, AI-generated bands fooling Spotify, and how penguin poo might just save the planet.All this and much more in this week’s episode!LinksSwiss government has forbidden donkeys

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11:55

RespondBio

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/11

SummaryIn this episode from Fieldays 2025 we dive into the world of sustainable farming with Dugald Hamilton and Jeff Brown from RespondBio.Discover how they’re shaking up agriculture by bringing living ecosystems back into our soil — and hear why farmers are finally “leaning forward” to listen! If you’re passionate about innovation, science, or simply want food that’s better for people and the planet, this one’s for you.Listen now and join the conversation.LinksRespondBio Website Hosted on Acast

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7:55

Mara Bio

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/06

SummaryChris and Mark explore the fascinating world of food biotech from the innovation tent at Field Days, where we hear all about how Mara Bio is turning dairy industry waste into sustainable mycoprotein.Mark explains the science behind their fermentation process, what makes their protein different from others on the market, and the challenges faced on the startup journey.LinksMara Bio WebsiteMara Bio LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:45

Kiwi-Econet

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/06

SummaryIn this episode of The Chris and Sam Podcast, Sam sits down with Grant from Kiwi Eco Net at Fieldays 2025 to talk about his game-changing invention: the world’s first edible bale net! 🚜🐄Say goodbye to plastic waste and hello to safer, greener farming. Grant shares how years working on oil rigs inspired this eco-friendly innovation, the story behind its creation, and plans for global domination.If you care about the environment, animal welfare, or just love a good Kiwi Innovation, you don’t

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9:34

Kiwi Leather Innovations

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/06

SummaryThis episode from Fieldays 2025 Sam chats with Chris from Kiwi Leather Innovations – the visionary team turning surplus kiwifruit into high-quality, eco-friendly vegan leather right here in New Zealand. 🥝👜Discover how Kiwi Leather Innovations is tackling food industry waste, collaborating with scientists at Scion, and pushing the boundaries of sustainable materials with their creative approach. Chris gives us the inside scoop on the challenges (including breaking pasta machines!), the

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30:02

AI Going Rogue

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/05

SummaryChris and Sam battle sore hands and relentless rain while diving into another week of tech-fueled randomness.This episode, AI goes rogue with some shockingly blackmail-y behavior, people spiral into "ChatGPT psychosis," and the perils of viral fame – including a comedian jailed for his jokes – are explored.There’s cicada chaos on rollercoasters, wind wars between Belgium and the Netherlands, and the science behind a deadly lake disaster that could wipe out millions.All this, plus viral video

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17:28

GE Free

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/01

SummarySam chats with Jon from GE Free New Zealand at Field Days, diving into the hot debate around gene editing, the new Gene Technology Bill, and what losing Aotearoa’s GE Free status could mean for our exports and farmers.We hear why the government’s changes are raising eyebrows, explore the loss of local protections and there’s some real talk about patents, food safety, and who’s actually paying when things go wrong.Linksgefree.org.nzgehonesty.nzoanz.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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9:47

Drone Trust

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/01

SummaryDrones take centre stage in agriculture and beyond, as Chris talks with Peter from Drone Trust about certification, challenges, and the growing interest in drone tech—from crop spraying to filmmaking. Plus, can teenagers turn drone skills into careers?LinksDrone Trust Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:11

Bader Innovative Wellbeing

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/01

SummaryChris talks to Mike about Bader Innovative wellbeing.Key points are:Innovation Meets Efficacy: Bader prioritizes formulation strength and therapeutic dosages, going product-first to deliver tangible results in sleep and focus—helping people even transition off pharmaceuticals like sleeping pills.Startup Grit: The journey isn’t without challenges—manufacturing complexity, cash flow, and distribution all demand grit, resilience, and constant adaptation. Mike highlights that growth in business

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30:03

Belt Buckle Girl

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/06/28

SummaryThis week Chris found a podcast with a very similar name and jacked up an interview with them next week. Can't wait to find out more about Sam & Chris the Podcast.We also learned about the stolen Mayonnaise we spoke about months ago. While Sam had an experience at McDonalds and also at Lonestar.The Ukraine war has brought a lot of innovations, including the Brave One Marketplace where the war has been gamified.All this and more, have a listen and tell a friend.LinksSam & Chris the Podcast FB

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12:22

Country Trucker Caps

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/06/25

SummarySam talks to Knuckles from Country Trucker Caps and finds out what makes their hats unique, all while finding out how big of a podcaster he is.LinksCountry Trucker CapsProper True Yarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:57

New Shirts

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/06/21

SummaryChris and Sam are back from Fieldays with upgraded podcast shirts and hoodies, thanks to Marvin Smith Apparel.They chat about the chaos of Fieldays, the infamous Cybertruck, wild content creators, and robots on America’s Got Talent.There’s discussion of gun seizures in Gore, assassination drones, lackluster parades, and what’s happening for Matariki around the country.All this, plus some classic random tangents, in this week’s episode.LinksMarvin Smith Apparel WebsiteMarvin Smith Apparel on

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23:44

Fieldays 2025

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/06/14

SummaryThis is our yearly podcast from Fieldays, we cover how Fieldays was for us, plus we mix in our normal randomness, technology and life as well, which included:Sam and his trip to and from Fieldays, Spider Web 2.0 operation, a glacier collapse, robo centipedes and more.All the Fieldays interviews will be coming out individually very soon, so keep an eye out for them.LinksFieldaysKapiti Liquors Spider Web 2.0Glacier CollapseJiu Jitsu beginner left paralyzedRobo centipedes to help with weeds

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29:12

Broken Bike

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/06/07

SummaryFieldays is happening next week and we are gearing up for it. Chris won't be taking his bike as he broke that this week, while Sam had to deal with another rat.We talk about Final Destination Bloodlines, Ukraine and their Spider Web operation.A NZ Scientist is confident that the company they run can create a new type of reactor. While we learn that Builder.ai was really just using a lot of people for their technology.All of this and a bit more in this weeks episode.LinksFieldays WebsiteFinal

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30:23

Penny-farthing Speed

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/05/31

SummaryThis week, Sam returns from Christchurch with tales of super-bright phone screens, three-wheeled scooters, and a speedy penny farthing sighting, while Chris issues an apology after getting fact-checked about the next James Bond.We hear about wild "run it" sports, a Trump watch mishap, robots kickboxing, and the wild world of shopping cart repo businesses.There's Red Bull lawnmower racing, leaky leaker news, and the latest oddities in Harvard and Trumpland.All this and much more in this week's

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29:56

Nuclear Moon

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/05/24

SummaryChris is battling a lingering sickness while Sam’s busy hunting down tiny plastic ducks hidden around the house. This week, the guys talk Barbie and Oppenheimer, binge HBO’s Chimp Crazy, and discover the wild world of milking snails for ancient purple dye.There’s tales of ocular cat bugs, a moon-bound nuclear plant courtesy of China and Russia, tourists snapping selfies via Chinese CCTV, and jailbirds with a flair for dramatic exits.All this and much more in this week’s

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29:55

Missing Inmate Found

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/05/17

SummaryChris has man flu this week, while Sam is back from the NZ Podcasting Summit.We learn that the Russian spy whale died this week, while an inmate was lost and a suspect had a crap hiding spot.In AI things, we learn someone is in a relationship with their AI partner, AI is causing problems for some while an AI victim impact statement is used in court.We have listener feedback, and a rare NZ snail lays an egg.All this and much more in this weeks episode.LinksRussia's spy whale found deadMissing

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30:14

Meth Pipe Raccoon

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/05/10

SummaryWe watched a bunch of movies this week, while Sam sorted out the stupid parking ticket. We learn about a raccoon with a meth pipe, a long lost sausage dog is found and a weird guy keeps setting fire to his house.Just the usual really. Come have a listenLinksThe People We Love MovieMicky 17 The Long WalkNZ gets defense moneyHomegrown comes to HamiltonRaccoon with Meth PipeValerie the dog found after 540 daysπ0.5Man sets fire to house multiple time to see firefighters Hosted on Acast. See

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