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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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30:57

Random Mix

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/09/03

SummaryThis week learn about Chris' exciting work news and what that means for what he is currently doing.Sam got some people excited from BRANZ.We learned that we got duped last week. Find out what we talked about that was wrong.We've been asked to act in a short film. What does this mean and how do we feel about it?Kevin Hart is opening a new restaurant. For people that want to feel like they are eating meat, but aren't.Sam's keen to get a small black hornet drone, but for what exactly?Tupperware

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31:31

Sleep Test

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/08/27

SummaryThis weeks episode is packed with content. Find out what's wrong with the tea Chris has been drinking. Find out why Sam is doing a sleep test. We have a new listener, if they can work out the podcasting app.We learn about the hunger stones and why they have appeared.Slime the nitrate monster has come to run for a local body election. What do the stand for?Sam triggered his emergency notification thing on his phone. He didn't even know he had it setup. Kid identifying as cats are now a thing

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28:42

It's Splooting Time

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/08/20

SummaryThis week we have an update on how the podcast host move went. And Chris has a new life experiment which seems to be working out well for him.An Aliexpress seller has annoyed Sam this week.We talk about the suitcases in the news this week. SCOMO gets a mention.What's the deal with a co-pilot jumping out of a plane? And why is a Tesla fan doing his own experiment of trying to hit a child?More IRS agents are needed. With deadly force on the cards.And we learn all about splooting squirrels and

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29:52

Changing Hosting

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/08/13

SummaryIn this latest episode we cover all the things you need to know about.Find out about our plans to change podcast hosting and what that means.Chris went to the Dr's this week. Find out where they examined him.The Tesla Model Pi is an actual thing.We learn what a knife missile is and what it can do and who it took out this week.Trumps raided by the FBI. What for and how hard is it to get that done?Chris recommends his favourite period drama this week. And we talk about the famous people that

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32:02

Lost Body in the Mail

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/08/06

Summary:This week we find out how Sam went at the Dr's and where he's started to volunteer. Chris had some time off from work. Learn what he's been up to.We learn about Saudi Arabia and it's a new idea for a city. Sneaky scammers are around.And we bring you not one, not two, but three interesting Kickstarter projects.All this and so much more. Packaged into 30 minutes of magic for your brain.LinksSaudi Arabia's Plan for a New City Kickstarter – Abacus Computer Kickstater – PODMKR Kickstarter – Focus

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32:23

Finger Snapping Time

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/07/30

SummaryWe are back this week. We talk about what we've been up to.This episode is a real mixed bag. We learn of 2 huge playgrounds being built in NZ.Did a chess robot really go on a rampage? Or was a kid just a bit impatient?Opossum world is closing. Find out how we feel about that. What is CANZUK and why does Chris like it so much?If you lost a lot of bitcoin. What lengths would you go to to find it?All this and so much more. Come check it out.LinksFirst all inclusive playground for NZ being built

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28:24

Parasitic Brain Worms

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/07/16

SummaryEpisode 387 is here. We powered through some technical difficulties to bring you this audio gold.This week we cover:The giant savage snails that can cause brain problems.How did Indian scammers scam Russian punters? And what's up with a Chinese ice-cream that doesn't melt?BMW has decided to start charging micro transactions for basic car functions. Which seems crazy to us.Mark Hamill replies to a tweet about Hamilton named after him. Caffeinated water is now a thing.And we talk about a mini

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33:21

Don’t Hold It In

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/07/09

SummaryIn the latest episode of the podcast you're going to learn a lot.L&T is coming back. That's right. A drink you've probably never heard of it making a comeback.We talk about electric scooter racing and why we think it's awesome. And we explain how big wave surfing is judged.Who visited Chris this week?We cover some big companies in NZ doing some cool stuff.And a Brazilian influencer got into some medical issues by not farting. Turns out she's not the only one.All of this and more. Come listen

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32:33

What’s Up Scumbag

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/07/02

SummaryIn this week's episode. Chris gets all the US news out of his system. Find out about Trump and the Secret Service. And Rudy being assaulted while giving a speech.Sam got back from a trip to New Plymouth which means trips to museums. Find out what the highlights were for him.Windows 98 is still going strong… in space. Find out what got and update his week.We learn about Fat Bastard Pies and their plans for a subscription service.All this and so much more.LinksTATATM Museum Rocket Labs Moon

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30:38

Learning to Walk Again

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/06/25

SummaryWe get an update on what's going on with Sam's car repairs this week. And Chris has been learning to walk again. Find out what that means.Arepa's smart drink is expanding into new markets and has large companies keen to buy them out.NZ is going to be hit by a CO2 shortage. What does this mean and where were we getting our CO2 from?We talk about clothes that grow. Which looks pretty special, if you get what we mean.Christchurch council is embracing school e-sports which is great to see.We

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30:06

The Elephant Hates You

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/06/18

SummaryThis week we have your randomness technology and life.Sam got rear ended this week and the people took off. He's getting it fixed already due to the insurance company having their own repair shop.What does a R15 Wiggles show mean? We have no idea.We cover the latest in AI. Who want creepy images made for them by a computer? We do.Apparently there is a shortage of tampons and one person has the reason why. Transgender people. They also have a special take on global warmingAn elephant really

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33:57

Nighttime Solar Panel

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/06/11

SummaryChris has been busy this week with opportunities being thrown at him from all fronts.He also gives us his in depth review of Top Gun Maverick.Sam went to a funeral since the last episode. And made a big mistake while at the after function. Find out what happened.Big congratulations to friend of the podcast Guy Pigdon. He picked up best oceanic actor award in Amsterdam.On the tech front this week we learn about solar panels that work at night. And the new accessory that will be coming with the

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29:00

Kleptomaniac Cats

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/05/28

SummaryOur weekly catch up with wonky internet this time. Fun for everyone.We talk about one of NZ's top youtubers. A guy that's been around almost since the start and you might not have heard of him.A cyclist almost loses an eye at the podium.We talk about a couple of helicopter records set many years ago and how crazy they were. Sticking with the record theme. A teenager in Auckland attempts to set a new world record for the most LEGO train carriages.Japans plans of dumping nuclear waste into the

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30:11

No Deeper than Knee Height

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/05/21

SummaryIn this week's episode, find out who was having an interesting interaction at the post shop. And just how did Chris get home after work?We cover Adam's Birthday Movie Night. Always an enjoyable time.How many people are dying from sand collapses? More than you think it seems.We cover the Zoom job expo and just how it failed. What are their plans for it now?A seaglider demo has come out. Sam still isn't convinced this is a good idea.We celebrate the man who rescued a toddler in Kazakhstan this

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30:12

Duck Detective

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/05/14

SummaryHow does one mistake a woman for a hippo? Well we're not sure but that's the reasoning of a man in South Africa recently.Locally a man and son are found not guilty of chopping off an intruders finger. What led them to do this.Smoking can be hazardous for your health especially if you are flying a plane it seems.The worlds most remote post office is hiring for it's next season. What does this job entail and what would you get paid?We have the story of woman who loves her cat so much she's

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30:11

Replace the Pie

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/05/07

SummaryThis week check in and find out how we are doing. Sam is over some sickness and Chris hurt his back.We talk about the US banning menthol cigarettes and why they do that. A millionaire got off a speeding ticket, find out just how quick he was going.Tourist take home the wrong souvenir.Local company Rocket Lab did something awesome with their booster rockets this week.We ponder if all city counsellors are dumb.The US army replaces a pie after 77 years which seems crazy, and we're very lucky we

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33:55

Royalty Auctions

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/04/30

SummaryThis week Sam was sick and had to deal with the Stats NZ people, find out how that went.Chris busts out an impression this week, see if he nailed it or not.We cover a bunch of TV shows and a movie we've watched recently.Sam went down a rabbit hole of 911 conspiracy theories and found a new one he hadn't heard before.Royalty auctions are a thing. Find out how much one for Listerine is going for.Finding out if you have covid could be as easy as coughing into a phone app. And a Canadian wellness

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33:51

Birds Aren’t Real

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/04/23

SummaryThis week Sam is tired, and Chris went to get his puncture sorted out in Frankton. Find out how that wen.A makeshift school bell that seemed good for many years finally exploded, find out what it was.The once famous jetpack made right here in NZ is for sale. Without anything that can make it go. Seems like people want it.And a new form of transport is apparently coming to NZ in the next 3 years. Even if it is just an idea right now.Netflix seems to be stuffing up.Birds aren't real. We find

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33:12

Accidental Snake Envenomation

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/04/16

SummarySam ended up at a race track this week, find out what that was all about. While that was happening Chris had a dental check up and has been doing dental care well apparently.Lots of crypto scams have been happening recently. Just how onto are these scammers?A whole bridge got stolen in India. Do the locals even care?When is a potato not a potato? When it might be a grenade. Find out what happened when a local company found one.John Oliver has threatened to blackmail congress. All while Mark

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31:56

Plastic Inside Us

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2022/04/09

SummaryChris is back from his retreat Sam and pumpkin drop Space force are called Anti Fog Drone for Airports Sheik builds largest hummer in the world 870 mountain climbs for 80 year old Renters should buy a house to fix their housing problems Micro Plastics is in Us Poisoned Russians Ants Detecting Cancer Fights at SchoolLinksSam and pumpkin drop Space force are called? Anti Fog Drone for Airports Sheik builds largest hummer in the world 870 mountain climbs for 81 year old Renters should buy a

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