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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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31:44

No Beers for You

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/01/18

SummaryAnother famous person scammer, this time it is Brad Pitt. Chris encounters a strange rule at a bar, which makes us wonder what is going on.We learn about an auto catcher Pokemon keyring, a man attempting a new record when it comes to the Te Araroa Trail, and Chris has an encounter at the Uni.Another week of randomness, technology and life. Come have a listen.LinksBrad Pitt Scams womanMaketu pies was soldPokemon Keyring auto catcherRecord attempt of running the Te Araroa Trail Hosted on Acast

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30:55

Scooter Bomb

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/01/11

SummaryThis week we talk about the LA fires raging in the US. Trump gets a mention because his speech was weird, again.NZ"s only convicted saboteur has been released from jail, while a 9 year old gets 3 world records when it comes to frisbee.We learn of a bomb on a scooter taking out a general, and a woman gets scammed after warning others about the scam.All of this and more in your weekly fix of randomness, technology and life.LinksLA firesTrump and his crazy speech Christchurch 9 Year Old Gets 3rd

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30:59

Good Start to 2025

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/01/04

SummaryWe're back for 2025 and it was a good start to the year we think, find out about the random things that happened to us.We love the Vanilla Ice beer promo that helps keep your drinks cold. We learn about the company that lets you return your Christmas tree.Find out what games we have been playing over the break. We have a couple of Kickstart or Dropkicks to get the year started.Find out how Sam went with the Getting Lost game.All this and much more.LinksVanilla Ice looking after your

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31:05

No Data

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/12/21

SummaryThis week Chris has problems with a couple of transport apps, find out what the cause was. While Sam battled with crappy internet and waiting for Skinny Broadband to send a replacement modem.We're not sure what the drones are up to in New Jersey, but there are a lot of dumb theories out there.SpinLaunch has been testing recently which is awesome.We cover a bit about the US health CEO that was murdered and other dumb health stuff that's been in the news.We also talk about a man who fell into a

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31:19

Kiwi Scrabble Master

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/12/14

SummaryThis week we have all the bases covered. From Trump, to Kickstart or Dropkick, an extraordinary Kiwi and a bunch of films we've seen.All this and much more. Come have a listen and tell a friend.LinksTrumps New fragrance launchedTrump Man of the YearNew Zealander wins Spanish Scrabble ChampsCheddar cheese thief caughtKickstart or Dropkick this week:Kickstarter - ZefiroKickstarter - CardyedronSam has a movie wrap up and mentions:Get outOn the LineHot FrostyWoundsThe Open HouseThe SwarmWicked

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29:57

Treasure Hunting

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/12/07

SummaryThis week find out how Chris managed with no power. We talk about a world champion Kiwi, black Friday purchases, and a guy trying to find his long lost treasure in a dump.We also talk about Chris and his new niece he may have? And what's the deal with cops giving a gang some money back.All of this and much more crammed into this weeks episode.LinksMaketu pies going into receivershipKiwi woman world champion speed golfer for 10 yearsBlinking or Breathing what do you chooseTreasure Hunt in the

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30:19

Smugglers

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/11/30

SummaryAfter a week off we are back. We talk about the ant climatic fight that was Tyson VS Paul.We debrief about Misty Flicks Film Festival that we were part of this weekend.Trump's latest grift is selling guitars he's not licensed to, a former nurse in Australia has been ordered to hand back an inheritance they got and we get onto the topic of smugglers.All this and much more.LinksTyson VS Paul fightMisty Flicks Film FestivalTrump selling guitarsFormer Australian Nurse to Return InheritanceOver

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31:59

Scared of Bananas

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/11/16

Show notes will be here very soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:13

Wooden Satellite

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/11/09

SummaryOn this weeks episode we talk a little about Trump and his victory. A Melbourne cup punter wins big.We discuss Fireball Whisky and their new PR plan and learn about a wooden satellite that is about to enter orbit.A cyclist gets hit by an ambulance and then gets charged for the trip. Another dumbass drug user and what was Tucker Carlson really attacked by?All this an more in episode 506.LinksTrump victory and search volume Big Melbourne Cup winFireball Whisky and their PR PlanFirst wooden

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29:10

Pizza Hut for One

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/11/02

Show notes to come soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:29

The Lift Guy

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/10/26

Note to come soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:30

How to Blow up a Horse

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/10/19

SummaryLife update from Chris who is back into lurking around a park at 4:30am every morning.Sam wonders what Be TV is exactly. We get an update on the Wildberries story from last week, Elon is releasing new things we already have.A criminal lawyer reacts and rangers have to stop blowing up horses due to the fire risk.All this and much more.LinksWildberries update about what has actually been happening.Crappy art thrown away as it looked like rubbishElon Musk and his new Taxi with RobotsCriminal

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31:08

Oldies and VR

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/10/12

SummaryIn this weeks episode we talk about the Air NZ lolly jar that has been making it's way around the country. We found out that VR in retirement homes is a thing.Chris learned all about Spike Ball this week and recommends the movie Get out.And we round things off with a talk about Trump and his latest expensive offerings and what he did during the pandemic.All this and more, ready for you.LinksAIR NZ and their giant lolly containerChris learns about Spike BallGet OutTrumps new WatchTrump helping

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31:06

Stealing Mayo

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/10/05

SummaryWe catch up this week after not needing to record last week. Chris has been busy with the Waikato Uni TEDx, Improv Sunday and being at an awards ceremony.Sam saw a free movie this week.We have an update from our 500th episode. We talk about crazy Russians, a woman who allegedly stole a lot of mayo.What's the deal with the floating bomb.There's a new world record for the largest Haka and we talk about the origami of death.All this and much more. Come check it out.LinksSpeak no evilCrazy

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2:05:48

Episode 500

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/09/28

SummaryOur 500th episode is here and it's a bumper episode.Recorded in front of a live audience we cover all your favourites. Randomness, technology and life the way we know how.From new stories, to old stories. Kickstart and dropkick makes an appearance and we talk to a bunch of our fans.Over 2 hours of Chris and Sam goodness.Have a listen and tell a friend. A huge thank you to everyone that has listened, interacted with or supported the podcast over the last 10 years.LinksEvil DisneyWoman stole

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28:57

How Many Cucumbers?

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/09/21

SummaryIn this weeks episode Chris catches us up on the film project he's been working on. We talk about the movie Twisters and what they removed.A Tesla truck caught on fire, a man crashed his lawnmower in an uncommon way. We talk about dancing with the stars and learn Pizza Hut is helping people find a job in a unique way.Cows attacking people get a mention, why did someone get fined over as million dollars and what trend is causing cucumber shortages in Iceland?All this and more. Come check it

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29:13

By my Sharaman

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/09/14

SummaryA busy week for us as we give a very brief overview of our 500th episode recording which will be out in a couple of weeks.Chris has an update on how TEDx is going. Sam gets a movie review and we talk about if we would eat at a place that has had car crash through it's window.We talk about a counterfeiter and how they got caught. We also talk about the guy that is pleading self defense after blending up part of his wife.Who are the princess and the Sharman? Find out what powers they have.JP

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32:43

Whale of a Time

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/09/07

SummaryThis week we learn about the creepy little covers Chris brought to cover his headphone ear cups.We also hear about Sam's cruise, so buckle in as he talks a lot about it in this episode.RFK has another batshit story about animals, and some Kiwi guys invent a great coffee bean roaster that is being sold around the world.All this and more.LinksRFK Whale Head StoryKiwis Invent at Home Coffee Roaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:30

How to Evict a Spacey

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/08/31

SummaryThis week we have an update on Chris and his medical event. We checked out our 500th podcast recording location and it didn't go to plan.We learn about the best place to hide if you murder someone. How stinky feet caused a bullet to the face and how a couple sued a hospital over missing skull pieces.Can you guess why a Japanese airport shut down? How did buying Burger King with meth and just what is the right reaction in a haunted house?All this and so much more. Come have a listen and tell a

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28:58

Deaf Dr Doesn't Care

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2024/08/24

SummaryChris and his medical event caused him to go to the doctor. Sam caught up with Diego and saw some of his work in an art gallery. We also talk about a crazy shooting, a snake attack, a doctor who doesn't care and so much more.LinksBlind New Plymouth man asked to show his drivers licenseSwiss giving reward to get rid of munitions in a lakeMan accused of shooting father over stinky feetMan kills python after is bites his testicalsNew York Mayor gets things wrongHamilton company Aware Group

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