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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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28:07

Broken Internet

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/10/25

SummaryChris is juggling an improv show, TEDx events, and a film festival, while Sam's busy giving out pumpkin seeds and updating his website.We hear about wild weather in New Zealand, a hilarious AWS outage that left smart beds stuck and beer factories offline, and a mum in Austria who let her 12-year-old help in brain surgery.There's also weird workplace blunders, fake babies, and a showdown between Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX.LinksAWS broke the internetBrain Surgeon on Trial for Letting

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28:36

Floating Wind Turbine

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/10/18

SummaryChina tests a floating wind turbine that harnesses air power, Brazil opens the world’s largest mosquito factory, and a lost train is discovered buried on a beach—plus Halloween mischief and a marathon podcast farewell.LinksAI Mass Produced PodcastsChina tests floating wind turbineLargest Mosquito factory opened in BrazilTulsa KingThe StudioBack Pain Home Remedy doesn't workReserving meat terms only for meat productsLongest con uncoveredMarc Maron podcast WTF comes to an endHalloween

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29:48

Work From Home Jail

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/10/11

SummaryChris and Sam are back in the studio after some remote recording and illness, diving into everything from scams and AI deepfakes to the unusual world of remote work—from prison!Share what happens when a coffee truck leans a little too hard into its graveyard branding. Plus, there’s a wild story about cough syrup gone wrong, squirrel hunting mishaps, and a graphic novel Kickstarter smashing records.LinksCoffee Truck Banned from HospitalEntrepreneur Ripped off JP MorganSORA 2 upgradedJail

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27:40

Blue Garden Bags For All

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/10/04

SummaryChris pitches his improv comedy night (and shares tales of on-stage embarrassment), while Sam uncovers the saga of blue garden bags mysteriously appearing all over Hamilton.We discuss questionable marketing tactics, the world’s highest bridge opening in China, and local happenings from night markets to live-action role-playing. There’s listener feedback, some wild Kickstarter finds, and a bank robber who just wanted some peace and quiet. All this and much more in this week’s

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29:08

No Power

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/09/27

SummarySam hits up the New Zealand Motorhome and Caravan Show, while Chris narrowly dodges a bout of sickness with questionable remedies.We hear about Sam’s epic six-hour power cut saga, a remarkable breakthrough in Huntington’s disease treatment, and the opening of a massive time capsule in Nebraska.There’s also talk of odd public statues, stolen Graceland, and why ads might soon invade your fridge. All this and plenty of random banter in this week’s episode!LinksHuntington's Disease treated for

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32:46

Cryptic Sudoku

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/09/20

SummaryChris has updates about improv combat, while Sam learns about the mysterious world of cryptic Sudoku and questions reality itself.We talk bizarre cheating in stone skimming contests, a walking tree that wins a national award, and new TV remote woes. There’s chat about AI hacking bosses, Jimmy Kimmel’s abrupt cancellation, and all the local film action at Misty Flicks.All this and much more in this week’s episode!LinksCryptic SudokuWorld stone skimming championship cheatersPolice to stare at

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31:27

Give us your Pin

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/09/13

SummaryChris is cast as a problematic patient in a mock medical exam, while Sam’s on top of the latest scams and wild world news—think painted squirrels, shootouts, and Netflix docos in the making.We hear about Elon Musk’s eye-watering trillion-dollar pay proposal, the quirks of world record chasers, and a new AI-powered Coke machine that’s got wondering how it could be scammed.There’s talk of unwanted pets at Danish zoos, atmospheric pollution vans, and all sorts of weird and wonderful updates from

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31:06

Astronaut Oxygen Scam

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/09/06

SummaryChris gears up for improv comedy while Sam and his team go all-in on an ET-themed quiz night.We hear about radioactive shrimp recalls, a Kiwi scammer with an impressively convoluted scheme, and the jaw-dropping tale of an astronaut oxygen scam.There's a look at presidential birthdays, viral yacht disasters, and the never-ending saga of unlucky falls and broken bones.All this plus everyday carry gadgets you probably shouldn’t trust with fire—don’t miss this week’s episode!LinksChris is taking

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30:19

Too Many Dead Bodies

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/08/30

SummaryChris juggles TEDx deadlines, a new acting gig as a fake patient, and some serious calendar stress, while Sam uncovers funeral home horrors and the downside of car subscription services.We learn about pigeons smuggling mystery notes, a woman racing AI by writing 34 books in 34 weeks, and how New Zealand wool makes its way to the US Open.There’s also a website filling last-minute salon gaps, and the bizarre tale of a man faking his own death for love.All this randomness—and so much more—in

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33:37

Cyborg Cockroaches

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/08/23

SummaryChris turns up in a bandana as the guys dive into random stories from cyborg cockroaches and giant bees to America’s latest political circus. Chris shares insights from a nerdy wedding, while Sam is fascinated by Ukraine’s record-breaking snipers and Lithuania’s mass drone training program. They also chat about frozen embryos, bizarre acts of kindness from Putin, and a Kiwi arrested for student debt.All this and much more in this week’s episode.LinksGavin Newsom trolling TrumpRare bee spotted

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29:58

Tooth Eyeball

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/08/16

SummarySam returns from a Lower Hutt conference with tales of old hotel birds, dodgy bars, and delicious Malaysian food, while Chris has been hunched over his computer with a sore hand.We learn about Putin’s poo suitcase, cortisone injections, political river perks, and some wild Kickstarter gadgets that catch the guys’ attention.Chris shares the incredible story of a woman who regained her sight using a tooth in her eye, and the duo dives into bizarre AI scams, true crime, and the fallout from

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28:19

Fish Fire

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/08/09

SummaryChris is back from a trip to Wellington where he masters the art of heat pump repair, while Sam gears up for a work conference and navigates the mysteries of barber chairs.We hear about a toddler found in a bus luggage compartment, a LEGO show packed with impressive displays, and a cat named Leonardo da Pinchy with a taste for stealing underwear. Plus, a fish starts a forest fire in Canada and radioactive wasp nests make the news.All this and much more in this week’s episode!LinksCat Fest

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30:02

New Mineral Found

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/08/02

SummaryThis week, the duo dive into the discovery of a rare mineral thanks to a decades-old letter, discuss NZ’s first smishing attack, and marvel at bananas taped to walls fetching millions.There’s also talk of atmospheric water harvesters, board game accolades, movie piracy with a twist, and Coldplay’s kiss cam fallout. All this randomness and more in this week’s episode!LinksHello Hamilton Catch UpBanana art eaten off of the wallNZ's first smishing attackNew mineral foundMIT water harvesterFBI

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30:03

Bearded Nerd

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/26

SummaryChris has been busy filming action scenes in Rotorua while Sam’s been getting bombarded with quirky Kickstarter ads, including a battery sorter and a robot chess coach.We hear about a man’s disastrous MRI mishap, why cat lovers are heading to cinemas, and how weak passwords can end a 158-year-old business. The boys break down the Late Show’s cancellation drama, celebrity podcasts, and a Disney dating app led by “The Bearded Nerd.”All this randomness and more in this week’s

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29:38

Creepy Teddy Bear

The Chris and Sam Podcast ·

2025/07/19

SummaryChris gets his tooth pulled and Sam battles “mummy thumb” in this week’s episode, as we dive into a marathon runner’s tragic end and a Guinness World Record jigsaw collection.We hear about a creepy teddy bear art prank that sparks police action, mysterious Amazon brush scams, and the biggest piece of Mars found on Earth is up for aucion.Plus: Kickstarters, a Commodore 64 comeback, and the curious world of Uno clubs in Vegas.All this and much more in this week’s episode!LinksWoman beats world

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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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