
The Chris and Sam Podcast
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Ep 288Not Sponsored by Snackachangi
SummaryChris has been busy speaker coaching this week, Sam went to get a warrant for his car, and didn’t have a good time at VTNZ.We forgot to talk about it last week, but Chris really liked the design and the product that is called Snackachangi Chips, we honestly weren’t sponsored by them at all, we just like the copy on their packets.Facebook had an update this week for people that use it in a browser, it was pretty crap.There are some new movies coming out soon, see if you can guess what they are about by their title alone, or just keep listening to find out.Cardboard fans for sports events are a thing now, and lots of people are liking this. Would you do it? And find how out it all started, and how many people jumped on this chance initially.Deep fakes are here to help, find out how they can be useful in some situations.NASA have been talking about their space toilet competition again, which is coming to an end very soon. But didn’t we already talk about this at some point?LinksSnackachangi Chip LaunchCosmic Sin MovieWally’s Wonderland MovieAn American Pickle MovieThe Boys Season 2Cardboard FansPhotos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 287The Dinosaur was THIS big
SummarySam got back from a trip to Christchurch. He flew with Air NZ, and was able to go on a dream-liner. Find out what his experience was like.Fox news got caught out when they reported part of a very old Monty Python sketch, makes you wonder why they can be called news at all.We touch on Trump a bit this episode, from Melania striking a better deal, to what his daughter calls her, and the story coming out of how Trump was going to smooth things over with North Korea with a CD. Find out just how batshit that story sounded.Apparently Australia had some sort of dinosaur that was bigger than a T-Rex, all this from footprints.What happened when a hairdresser had covid in the US, and more of out weekly banter. Come check it out.LinksFox News Faux PasLarger than T Rex in AustraliaThe Princess and the PortraitTrumps little rocket man CD IdeaThe Hairdresser and CovidTulsa Rally TikTok ProtestCobra Kai MovingAudio Tweets for a Select FewPhoto CreditPhoto by Mike on Pexels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 286Tortoise Sex Drive
SummaryAnother week, another episode of randomness, technology and life. Welcome to episode 286.This week we join the other 5 million members of fight against COVID that are annoyed with the 2 people that may cause us to have more cases. Sam explains what happened to get Chris up to speed on this crazy story.Places all over NZ are getting hacked, Lion Breweries and Fisher and Paykell are just 2 of these large companies. These hacks are causing them to grind to a halt as they can’t deal when technology lets them down.The longest running reality TV show ever, COPS has been cancelled.As a 22 year old, would you be contacting a dictionary to get them to update an entry? Find out what this is all about.And how much can you find out from a footprint? Well apparently a lot, we’re a bit skeptical on this story, have a listen and see what you think.When taking on another nations defense force what weapons do you choose to use? Well when it comes to India VS China, how about some old school hand to hand combat.Sam fixed a Kindle this week, find out how, and also got ripped off buying a random book from overseas.Ebay executives seems to have lost the plot over something they didn’t like, find out the lengths they went to to hassle 2 people, and how they got caught.Ever left something on public transport? What about a large amount of gold? Apparently this has happened and authorities are trying to track down the owner in Switzerland.And Diego the tortoise is allowed to retire after fathering a lot of tortoises, so many in fact he helped bring his species back from the brink of extinction.LinksCovid Travels Angers all of NZNZ Companies Getting HackedCOPS gets cancelledKennedy Mitchum Queries DictionaryNew Species Found In South KoreaGold Left on a TrainEbay Execs go CrazyHand to Hand CombatTortoise Helps Save SpeciesPhoto CreditPhoto by Magda Ehlers on Pexels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 285Patent Your Space Force
SummaryThis week Sam found a docking simulator to test your skills at docking a spacex craft with the ISS, it’s apparently not that easy, check out the link below to see how you fare with it.We learned about Nau Mai Ra power company, and the way they run their power company to help people in need during this current crisis, they have a Give a Little page to help.A treasure chest that was hidden away for 10 years has been found after one person cracked the clues. How many people died trying to find it? You’ll have to have a listen to find out.In content we have consumed this week, we watched a crappy Netflix movie with no real redeeming features at all, we read or shall we say listened to Kevin Pollak’s book How I Slept my way to the Middle.And talking about Netflix, find out how their show Space Force is moving faster and doing better than the actual Space Force in getting their name patented.Want to own a Delorean but don’t have much money, check out this home made conversion on a Mitsubishi, it might just be the thing you are looking for.And Chris went to the gym where he blew the old owners mind with his really old T-Shirt.All of this and much more in your favourite weekly podcast covering randomness, technology and life.LinksSpaceX Docking SimulatorNau Mai Ra power companyTreasure Chest Has Finally Been FoundCrappy Netflix MovieKevin Pollak’s BookBudget DeloreanFight for the Living DeadSpace Force Out Maneuvered by Netflix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 284Bunker Baby
SummaryEpisode 284 is out now and these are the show notes to go along with it.We discuss Trump and his need to inspect the bunker beneath the White House, why did he need to do this, or even come up with this story? What did this lead him to do?We have the much anticipated pigeon update from last weeks episode, as well as an update on the Musk baby’s name, it’s still crap.People are doing good work with COVID, while others are going around scamming people, would you fall this scam? Have a listen and let us know.A pie is too sexy for Facebook, find out what happened there, and something went wrong with the Dark Web this week.Who was allowed into the country recently, and what exactly does a mushroom technician do? Let us know. There’s also been a boom for bicycles, and Space X docked with the Internation Space Station, all of this plus more in this weeks episode.LinksBunker Baby TrumpPigeon UpdateMusk’s Baby Get a Name UpdateCOVID Bill ScamPie Too Sexy for FacebookMushroom Technician Allowed InSpace X Docks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pigeon Spy
SummaryIn episode 283 of the podcast we talk about the biggest podcast around The Joe Rogan Experience moving over to Spotify. The Some Good News YouTube channel has also been sold to a network, not sure if that will work now.We learned how efficient wireless charging is now, and how it could work for electric cars.A new Christopher Nolan film is coming out soon called Tenet, they brought a whole airplane as it was cheaper than doing special effects.Homegrown Shortland St celebrates it’s 28th year on being on air which is a huge achievement.What’s the deal with India and them stopping a pigoen?A drunk man has an encounter with a bear, find out what he got charged with, we have a couple of kickstart of dropkicks you may or may not be interested in, and some students are being tricked into working in Taiwan.All this plus our usual amazing banter and stories.LinksJoe Rogan to Move his PodcastChristopher Nolan Buys a PlaneFirst Question WrongKick Start or Dropkick – ImezingKick Start or Dropkick – Safe NukeFact Checking Trump in TwitterMan Wrestles a Bear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 282Herding Sheep the Futuristic Way
SummaryThis week we cover a whole bunch of different thing, so buckle up and join us for 30 mins of randomness, technology and life.We have an update on last week’s covid game scoring, find out how Sam fared. Have you downloaded the Covid contact app? What do you think about this and other methods being used.Sam came across an interesting idea for brushing your teeth, seems it has been done a bit before on Kickstarter.A podcast would feel weird without some mention of Trump, this week he’s been taking something for Corona, the space force flag is unveiled and he talks about the Super Duper Missile they now have apparently.A cool robot “herds” some sheep, but how well is it actually doing?Facebook ups it’s game by introducing avatars and Facebook stores, but we don’t care. And we’ve been watching the Netflix doco, The Last Dance.LinksCovid GameSpace Force Flag AnnouncedTrump and his Hydroxy ChloroquineRansome UppedSpot the Robot Herds SheepFacebook AvatarsTongan Man Tries to Bribe CopFacebook StoresThe Last DanceWeta Workshop Dealing with Covid EarlyPhoto CreditPhoto by Sean Thoman on Unsplash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 281No Metal Detector for You
SummaryThis week we welcome our latest Patreon supporter Jamie, if you want want to check out Patreon head on over to our patreon pageRemember the other week we heard the story about the old men getting large amounts of sugar from where Chris works, well he finally found out what they have been doing with it and Sam couldn’t be happier knowing the answer to this.Chris found interesting items for sale on Ali Express this week, why would you want any of this stuff?We talk a bit about Elon Musk and his new kid, how do you pronounce his name? Well we still aren’t sure after we heard the explanation. If you are creative and after some cheaper software to design things with, check out Affinity.Chris came across a cool online covid game, find out what his high score was, and see if you can beat it. Let us know how you go.Space friction causes some problems for a satellite with a very different mission, find out what it was supposed to do.Chris tells about how a unique restaurant for one works and how it went viral during this pandemic. Talking about the pandemic, what jobs are out of work pilots going to do? We find out.There’s an online market called Magbo, find out what exactly it sells.And Sam won a round of the MineLab Olympics competition, he got a bit too excited then found the terms and conditions. While he thought he might have won a metal detector from MineLab, find out what he actually won. His quest of acquiring a metal detector continues.LinksPatreon PageElon Musk’s Kids Name Explained?Online Covid Game – Can You Save the World?Affinity SoftwareSpace Friction Causing a ProblemAirplane Pilots Finding WorkMagbo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 280Kawasaki Rash Time
SummaryThis week on the podcast we cover a great film making initiative that our friend and podcast listener Adam was involved with, it’s called Transmission: The Distance Between us Matters.Sam has a new app to tell him about the weather, it also calls him a meatbag from time to time.There’s a few scams around at the moment, Chris got an email asking him to join the Illuminati fraternity, all sounds rather legit until you get to the email address. Sim jacking has been going on here in NZ, we talk about what that is and how it might work. And Trump seems to have been duped by some guy on Twitter, find out how much that cost the city of New York.Strippers get used to working in COVID-19 times and offer a driver through service for people. Tom Cruise has announced he will be filming in outer space. We hear about something that might be similar to something called the Kawasaki Rash, and just when you thought Nope was bad, there is a Nope 2.0.LinksTransmission: The Distance Between us MattersCarrot Weather AppSim JackingDonald Trump, Twitter and VentilatorsStrippers Go Go Drive ThroughTom Cruise in SpaceNope 2.0Videos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 2794D Chess is the Answer
SummaryWe cover a lot in this episode, so strap yourself in and get ready for a random assortment of stuff.We talk briefly about the luxury underground bunkers that have been built here in NZ for the super rich, where would you expect some of these to be found?Team NZ had to come up with a solution to deal with social distancing, they turned to technology to give them a hand. Talking about the COVID-19 situation, what’s the deal with the all the people rushing out to get takeaways, and can they keep up with demand?Chris dived back into the conspiracy theory wormhole, and tried to talk sense to someone that believes all of the weird theories out there, turns out he just doesn’t know how to play 4D chess. All while meat packers in the US are given the go ahead to keep working. And a crazy church isn’t allowed to sell their miracle tonic any more.Tom Moore who we mentioned last week has picked up 2 world records.There are too many potatoes in Belgium now, so the only solution is to get the population to eat more of them. Talking about food, what are the top recipes people have been searching for on Google during this pandemic?We talk a but about the whole bunch of cars that got stolen recently, Chris watched a depressing documentary and Sam found some random bits of movie news, and Hamilton Council has a plan for Hamilton Zoo.All this and more crammed into this episode of awesome. Remember to tell a friend about the podcast.LinksUnderground Bunkers in NZAussie Profiteer Told to Bog OffTeam NZ use Tech for Social DistancingTom Moore Gets World RecordsTurkey has 4 Day LockdownMost Popular Recipes in LockdownGruffalo Artist Illustrates Free COVID-19 book for ChildrenPotato Surplus for BelgiumHamilton Zoo UpgradesFast Food CrazinessFlorida Church and their Miracle TreatmentIf you Need Help Please Contact one of These Serviceshttps://www.1737.org.nz/LifelineYouthlineSamaritansWhat’s Up ServiceThe LowdownSupporting Families Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 278OK Boomer
We start off this weeks podcast with Chris and his work story and how he managed to call someone a Boomer for the first and apparently only time.Sam stumbled across a piece of excercise equipment called the Jazasize, is it a good idea? A storytelling festival, or many of them have been cancelled and don’t seem to be embracing the new online world many people are using now.Tom Moore has been raising money for the NHS in Britain, find out how he has been doing this and just how much he has made so far.Sam came across a couple of new websites, one gives you free movies and doco’s if you have a library card – check out Beamafilm if that sounds like a bit of you. And there is a new newsletter/website/fan supported content thing, it’s called Substack.Of course we talk about Donald Trump and his stupid ideas he’s been spouting off about. Could medical detection dogs help with the Corona situation?Jerry Seinfeld has a new comedy special coming out soon, and much more in this weeks episode of randomness, technology and lifeLinksCrowd Funding in the UKJawzasizeStorytelling FestivalBeamafilmSubstackMedical Detection DogsDonald Trumps Latest TheoriesPhotos Video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warning Shots Fired
SummaryThis weeks episode gives us a lot of laughs, hopefully it does for you. Fake corona stories, and fake stories in general are rife right now, we debunk some of them.Some tourists get turned around due to the Corona virus, they aren’t your normal tourists though.We watched the McMillions doco and the movie Parasite, find out what we thought and find out which one confused Chris for about 20 minutes.A man has a once in a lifetime experience in a fighter jet, even though he didn’t want it, find out what went wrong and what didn’t happen.A bit more on Covid, from here in NZ and the US.And just what happened in the Caribbean between two ships that made us laugh so much, you’ll have to check this out plus all the usual stuff in your weekly dose of randomness, technology and life.LinksFake Corona Stories Fact CheckedEaster Holiday Makers Turned AroundMcMillionsZoo Makes ListsCaribbean Navel BattleParasite MovieOnce in a Lifetime Experience with a Jet FighterBunnings Comes to the Party, Sort OfTime to Change Some ChequesCovid Card Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 2765G Causes ALL the Problems
SummaryWelcome to another episode of the podcast. This week we start by talking about Tunisia and the technology they are using to make the streets safe. How many do they have, how much do they cost? And will anyone steal them?The Italian Mayors are spreading the word about the Corona virus in their own special way and talking about special, what is with all the people going on about 5G causing all the problems in the world?Are you missing sport right about now? Well why not make one up and rip people off before they realise, find out who has already done this in these dark times.You can sleep easy at night now knowing that NZ has claimed the record of worlds steepest street again, after measurements were checked, it turns out we were always the leader in this highly fought battle of the streets.What’s been happening with Joe Exotic this week?NASA has come up with a concept about using a giant crater on the dark side of the moon as a radio.A kid in the US designed and 3D printed something to help all the people that have to wear face masks during this global pandemic. Find out how it all works and how many e’s made so far.And as you loyal listeners will know, Chris is famously against high heels, so imagine his horror when he read the story about Japan and their insistence of woman wearing high heels. One lady has had enough, find out what she has started, and will it change anything?LinksTunisia and their Robots Patrolling the StreetsUkrainians and their Sporting Skills Italian Mayor using DroneNZ reclaims steepest St TitleIs another US pardon on the cardsNASA and their Radio Concept for the MoonSmart Kids 3D printing to help Essential WorkersMs Ishiklawa takes on Japan over High Heels-Video and PhotosPhoto CreditPhoto by Jack Sloop on Unsplash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 275Double Trouble Car Problems
SummaryThis week we had a few car troubles, find out what happened and how we got those fixed.We’re pretty certain that if you are going to catch the Corona virus from anywhere it will be a supermarket.You may be wondering what color the Corona virus actually is, we will tell you.A principle at a school dishes out some crazy advice. Tobacco could save us, a man with a drift track makes a drift kart so he is safer during this crisis.Plus lots more of the randomness you’ve come to expect.LinksDrift Kart for Drift TrackPrinciple at school gives out bad advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 274Lots of Randomness
SummaryThis week we are coming to you from lockdown, where we have been consuming a whole bunch of different media, and by different we mean good and crappy.We’ve watched The Platform, Alien Warfare and are currently working out way through the crazy that is called The Tiger King.Sam has a 2 Kickstart or Dropkicks this week, which one would you rather have in your life? Chris isn’t drinking as he eases into this whole stay at home thing, how will that work out?We have random stories from around the world and Sam’s parent bought some chickens.LinksBabe ArsonistTiger KingThe PlatformAlien WarfareKickstarter – Desktop Lunar SurfaceKickstarter – The Undercover Version 2 Hilary Barry’s Formal FridaysKraft Dinners PlanVirtual Grand NationalShredded T-Shirts Causing ProblemsBritish Vicar Catches on FireFA Issues statement about lasagna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 2732 Skull Kinda Episode
Another week and more stories about the Corona virus. Find out what’s been happening and how things have been going here for us.Sam went to the Kumeu A&P show which was great, and is in the process of cancelling The Great Pumpkin Carnival. But he’s managed to put together an online competition for people all around the country. Find out what that is all about.Chris went to Break and Escape and managed to get out of one of their rooms just in the nick of time. Find out what things they had in store for him.Due to the Corona virus, TEDx Ruajura is going to love stream their next salon, find out all the details about that.Sam talks about his Skinny TV ad that is about to come out. Check it out on the Chris and Sam Podcast Facebook page.What is Smart Hamilton? And what did Chris learn, and what was a man doing with not one but 2 skulls?One of the latest pieces of tech out there is the Escobar phone, a fancy folding phone that is at a great price. But not everything appears to be above board.Photo by Chris J Mitchell from PexelsLinksThe Great Pumpkin CarnivalPrice gouger upsetEscobar Folding phoneSmart HamiltonBreak and Escape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 272My Corona
Lots of Corona virus talk on this weeks podcast, will it effect us? And what is Chris doing to help protect his family members?The scooter trial in Hamilton continues for another 6 months, meaning there will be more scooters around the place and the council has had a change of heart around skateboarders.A social media influencer in Mexico goes down the wrong path as he tries to fool authorities on what he had done.You may have heard a fact about tennis balls recently, well it could be wrong. Sam will put you right in this episode.How did kids in China bring down an app they were supposed to use while being housebound during the Corona Virus? And how has a kiwi startup capitalised on all of this news around the world.We have a date for the long awaited train from Hamilton to Auckland, how long will it take, how much will it cost and what other problems might they have, we talk about all of these points.A young man who apparently is a genius as floating barges that pick up rubbish, and you can help support these machines cleaning up waterways around the world.The European Union are wanting to get new rules put in place for manufacturers, which sound like a good idea to us. And we talk about the Russians who are apparently pranking people with their bad accents. How real was their latest caper.LinksMexican YouTuber Gets 50 YearsThe real tennis ball changerDingtalk App removed due to bad reviews from studentsKiwi app Kami helps students around the worldHamilton to Auckland Train Start Date SetDutch genius now cleaning the worlds rivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 271Release the Ducks
SummaryNothing like starting off a podcast episode with some sad news. Find out who died recently.Sam was in a proper recording studio this week, find out what he was up to and how it compares to the world headquarters of The Chris and Sam Podcast.Jerry Springer was a mainstay on television for so long with his long running show named after himself. Find out what his new TV show is about.The Chinese have the solution and its a lot of ducks, a lot. But what is the problem they are solving with these winged creatures. Find out.Kickstart or Dropkick is back this week, we talk about 2 different accessories for your mobile phone, and Chris remembers another one he saw in an ad.What crazyness has been happening locally with the Corana virus?Everyone’s favourite cheeky parrot the Kea is even smarter then first thought.A hacker has been hacking the scammers and it’s amazing.We discuss who was actually the first person to reach the North Pole, and more in this episode.LinksRIP Clive CusslerMindset Today Podcast – Interview with ChrisJudge JerryChinese have the Ducks ReadyDockaroo – KickstarterSocial Holder – KickstarterWho got to the North Pole First?Kea are smarter than previously thoughtHacking the Scammers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 270Hippo Trouble
SummaryGlobal warming continues as NZ has been in the media about it’s ability to cook mussels out in the sun. Is this a new thing?Boeing has had trouble with it’s latest planes, it turns out making a car and making an airplane are very different things.We talk about the Hamilton Council CEO who is making more than the Canadian Prime Minister, we compare the 2 locations and wonder if this pay rate is justified.Pablo Escobar may be long gone, but his hippos aren’t and they are breeding, causing problems as the wild herds keep appearing. What is the plan moving forward for them?Who were the notable people that died recently? The man who invented copy and paste, the woman who helped get man to the moon, and the guy that wanted to find out if the earth was flat in his team powered rocket, that’s who.We got email this week, with a link of a doco to watch. Very soon there might be an ultrasound bracelet coming out that will help stop smart speakers from listening all the time.An 18 year old defends his 148km he did in his car, saying it wasn’t dangerous, a judge agreed with him and we think it’s stupid. Find out what we thought about all of this.Trump is doing some questionable things in relationship to his fund raising efforts, and is the US really prepared for this Coronavirus thing?All this and more in this weeks episode.LinksMussels being cooked in the sunMore woes for the 737 MaxRIP Larry TeslarRIP Katherine G JohnsonRIP Mike HughsUltra sound bracelet to block smart speakersPablo Escobars hippos cause problems148km/hr not dangerous link 1148km/hr not dangerous link 2148km/hr not dangerous link 3148km/hr not dangerous link 4148km/hr not dangerous link 5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 269Who Won Mini Golf?
SummarySam was busy this weekend and can’t really talk about it. Chris went and played mini golf, but who really won?The hunt for pre Polynesian giants is on out near Huntly, but do the people know what they are doing? And what have they really discovered while out there digging a tunnel?This week we’ve been watching Watchmen, and watched the Rock in another glorious film of his, this time it was the movie Skyscraper which seems to have been sponsored in some part by duct tape. Find out what we thought about this.Why hasn’t someone thought of a smart cane for blind people before? Will there be a flood of new things now that personal assistants and different apps are so widespread now?More technology news this week, when is a social media challenge not really a challenge and what is up with Google maps and their inability to show borders to people properly?Vietnam had it’s first ever cat show recently, and have only just banned eating them, we contemplate just how all of that went down for the Vietnamese.A shipwreck was recently found, and we learn of it’s history as it floated around the world, Holden is going to be no more and the Boy Scouts of America have had enough and are declaring bankruptcy, all of this plus more in this weeks episode.LinksConspiracy Theorists Digging in HuntlySmart cane for the blindThe Dark Side of Social Media ChallengesGoogle’s Problems with BordersJapan’s New Levitating TrainSkyscraper MovieWatchmen TV SeriesGhost Ship Ground in IrelandBoy Scouts of America Claim Bankruptcy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 268Cardboard Trafficking
SummaryThis week find out what has made Chris drink. We watched a bunch of movies this week, find out what we thought about Uncut Gems, The Velocipastor and Marjoe.How many companies have jumped on the cyber truck styling lately?We talk about some upcoming things, including Sam doing some acting work randomly, and while a large drug bust is a good thing, we think a cardboard trafficking ring that got busted is the bigger news.All this plus more of our witty banter, in this weeks roundup of randomness, technology and life.LinksKirk Douglas Dies at 103Tusker Tim dies at age 50The VelocipastorUncut GemsMarjoe DocoCyber BunkerCulinary OlympicsCardboard trafficking gang busted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 267Spaghetti Problem Solved
SummaryThis week part of the Trumps amazing wall fell down due to wind. Sam finds out a character in a TV show does voice over work and is surprised to find what he actually voices.Yorkshire police soon discover the real importance of a ring, and the largest coin find in Britain as officially been recognised by the Guiness Book of World Records.A problem with how dry spaghetti breaks has finally been solved by a bunch of physicists, what are the real world applications for this?Sam has a kickstart or dropkick this week, it involves the worlds best survival shovel apparently.If you went to the effort of counterfeiting a million dollars worth of $1 notes, why wouldn’t you pick a larger denomination.With the recent outbreak of the Corona virus in China and other parts of the world, just how long did it take for China to build a new hospital? And what are the logistics behind that.More science news. Will lasers be able to make nuclear waste safer faster? And how good will cellular bots be when they can fix things from inside.And we talk a bit about the kick boxing age restrictions that may or may not be happening in Thailand.LinksTrumps Border Wall Falls OverYorkshire Police find the One Ring to Rule them All[Breaking Spaghetti Problem Solved](https://bigthink.com/scotty-hendricks/two-mit-students-just-solved-richard-feynmans-famed-physics-puzzleKickstart or Dropkick the Baha ShovelNew Facebook Feature, Off Facebook DataCounterfeiting $1 BillsLasers to make Nuclear Waste SafeHow to Build a Hospital the Chinese WayCellular RobotsKick Boxing age Restrictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 266Mmmm Iguana Meat
SummaryThis week we kick things off with celebrities that died recently.Iguana ave been falling out of trees which has lead to a surge in Iguana meat being available on everyone’s favourite place to buy meat, Facebook.A deer has gone for a record price locally, and there is no real reason it should have. Sam read a story about a man who went on a decades long crusade to liberate fish all over New Zealand.Chris appeared in a Dolly Parton type meme this week, find out if he knew this had happened.Snipers are getting their hands on a new tool to help them make sure their target is the right person, find out how that works.Chris went to a concert in the hot sun, and gives us some more interesting stories from his past. All this and more in your weekly does of randomness, technology and life.LinksTerry Jones DiesIguana from the SkiesDeer deerThe LiberatorDolly Parton Meme with ChrisKobe Bryant Helicopter CrashNew Tool for Snipers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 265Famously Anti High Heels
SummaryThis week we recorded the podcast while we were down in Christchurch, the lengths we go to to make sure you get your weekly dose of randomness, technology and life.We went down to see the live show of the podcast My Dad Wrote a Porno, which we highly recommend you listen to. Find out how the show was and what other sights we have seen while down south.Sam forgot to mention something about metal detectors from last week, so catches up on that. He also managed to get some login details from an interesting source.We have a shout out for podcast fan Liam.Find out what Chris is famously outspoken on. We cover some author news that’s been happening lately, we watched the game changers doco and much more in this weeks episode, make sure to check it out.LinksPodcast for Dogs6 Year Old FundraisingBook Burning in a Modern AgeJack Reacher News75 Prisoners of PCC Cartel EscapeChristchurch Botanical GardensChristchurch LibraryMy Dad Wrote a PornoThe Game Changers DocoPhoto by Rodolfo Clix from Pexels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 264The Ghost Left us a Gift
Welcome along to the podcast, this week we cover a wide range of topics. We discuss Finland’s plan for a four day work week, an event that wants to make woman great again.In the last episode we mentioned our flatmate the ghost was moving out. Find out what we discovered about this.When are you going to have a mid life crisis? Well we have the answer for you and also what to do if you have depressed cow.Chris came across a new flatpack kind of house that assembles just like a crane. The 4th annual meatstock is coming up soon.And Sam talks about going deep into the world of metal detecting, why is he drawn to this, what is it all about? And he doesn’t even have a metal detector. All this and more in this weeks round up of randomness, technology and life.LinksFinland Four Day Work WeekMake Woman Great Again EventMid Life CrisisTherapy Goat Reunited with Depressed CowFlat Packed Folding Home4th Annual Meatstock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 263Chris Went on an Adventure
SummaryChris has been converting people to the podcast this week like a crazy pastor recruiting people for a church, find out how he’s been going.Sam’s been trying to cancel a trial to a website he signed up for after seeing them on Instagram, did he manage to cancel this trial or has he been charged for this service?We cover some of the worst data hacks that occurred during 2019. Have you been caught up in any of these?Chris went on an adventure on Sunday where he got a bit wet and found himself underground. Where did he go? And where did he think he was going?What is up with people who commit arson who are fire fighters or fire experts? We discuss this topic.LinksData Breaches in 2019Electric Plane Seeks Speed RecordNikau CaveAmericas Test Kitchen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 262Tough Start to Crime Fighting
Welcome to 2020 and the first podcast episode of the new year. What have we been up to? Where have we been? All of those questions will be answered.Sam got some petrol before Christmas and it turned into a story, find out what happened when he decided to get some petrol.UN workers have been busy over the years in Haiti. Just not busy enough to stop fathering hundreds of children it appears.We talk about the crappy movie Cats and read out some of the amazing reviews that have come out about this piece of work.Chris has a shout out to Sash, Mary and Adam and Lee. Who he spent New Years Eve with watching Robocop.Miss America is still a think, and we wonder if it should be after they take away some of the normal categories and the talent section is a bit questionable these days.Bloody late shift, the last short film Chris produced and Adam directed is no available to watch online. Check it out and share it with your friends. * Note: Not child friendly. Video is below or use the link to see it on YouTube.Is Nigeria better than Boeing when it comes to the space race? Find out what has been happening lately with the race to get back into space.Kickstart and dropkick is back for the start of 2020, and has Sam finally found a product that broke Chris, just like 2 magnets and piece of tape still makes Sam angry all these years later. Find out what the product is, and have a think if it is something you would need?A mega church in the US started raising money for a little girl who recently passed away suddenly. The money is there just in case she gets resurrected.Phoenix Jones has decided to call it quits. Who is this person? What did they do? And why did it make Chris lose it with laughter? You’ll have to listen to find the answers.LinksUN Workers Father Hundreds of Children in HaitiRebranding Miss WorldKickstart or Dropkick – Draft Top 2.0Ethiopia doing Great in SpaceBoeing Space Shuttle Fails to Reach Space StationBloody Late ShiftMega Church Raises Money for Child who may be ResurrectedVideos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 261Third Nipple Removed
SummaryChris got his 3rd nipple removed this week, does this lessen his powers? The ghost is leaving us so we are after someone else to move into the bustling hub that is our podcast headquarters.Norwegian artist has made a lot of money from ratepayers by painting thing with his butt.We cover the news that’s just come out about Sir Ron Brierly, someone who Sam had never heard of, but someone Chris had heard a lot about when growing up.Monopoly has decided to make a version of the game that will anger anyone that plays, they have created the longest version of Monopoly.A man is arrested because he dressed as her mum to take her drivers test. Find out what the Rocket Lab Companion App is all about. How do you have a shipwreck with with a ship?How can DNA be fallible? Find this out plus more in this action packed morsel of an episode.LinksMan arrested for dressing as him for license testMonopoly and their longest game everDay trader robs banks on his lunchbreakSir Ron BrierlyWant to live with a millionaire?DNA can be changedSky to purchase Lightbox from Spark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 260Cowboy Pigeons
SummaryThis week we start off talking about a couple of shows we have been watching. A huge figure in children’s television died this week.We talk about the art work that consists of a banana being taped to a wall, and the guy that decided to eat it.The apostrophe protection society is about to close. Why you may ask? Well basically people are dumb. And they have had enough.Someone has been putting little cowboy hats onto the heads of pigeons, while this looks really awesome, it’s probably not the best thing for the birds and people are trying to find out who is doing it.Do you take things from hotel rooms? What are some of the things that are taken? Find out what some enterprising thieves steal from high end hotel rooms.We discuss the White Island eruption that happened this past week, how much thought would you put into it if your tour guide said it was OK to go on the island?Are coffee grinds the answer to future better plastics?LinksApostrophe Protection Society to CloseCaroll Spinny Dies at 85Banana Art EatenWhite Island EruptionHigh Value Items Stolen from HotelsTiny Cowboy Hats put on Pigeons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 259Throwing Knives Chris
SummaryThis week find out how Chris went with his trip to Wellington. Did his car get stolen this trip?Sam ended up at the new mall in Newmarket last week, find out what he saw there and what he lined up for to look at.We talk about the professional dungeon masters you can hire out to take your dungeons and dragons session to the next level.Vegemite seems to have a strong marketing game this year as their adverts have been appearing on Sam’s Instagram page.Lime scooters got removed out of Auckland recently. What is this all about and was it fair to do this?How are scientists bringing life back to a dying coral reef? By playing the sound of a live reef. Find out what all this means and just how cool this really is.Countdown is building a dark supermarket Sam found out this week. What does that mean? Well you’ll have to listen to find out.Chris got to shoot shotguns and throw throwing knives this week. Find out how he went.The bunny burglar in Auckland was caught. Find out what this crazy person has been up to.Brewing waste product being turned into activated carbon sounds like a good idea to us.LinksNZ DM’s Go ProVegemite MerchandiseLime Scooters out of AucklandCountdown Dark Store is ComingBunny Burglar CaughtBeer can Save the Planet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 258Kebab World
SummaryWe start the show off discussing lifetime deals and how that might be affecting Chris and his budget recently.What if there was a competition for people with prosthetic limbs, but the real competitors are the engineers that make these limbs. We discuss the Cybathlon competition. Last weeks story about Rod Stewart and his train set made Sam remember a story from his childhood.Music made from car horns in Victoria tunnel in Wellington, are you a fan of this?Geraldine kebab shop owner is warned by McDonalds to remove the sign he has up for his shop. It doesn’t take a genius on why this needs to be removed. We talk about if this a good idea on his part or not.The village of idiots get a name change which has been a long time coming it seems.An exciting development in battery technology may soon be coming and if it does it will be a game changer.And how did a Yorkshire Chippie get really popular in China? You’ll have to listen to find outLinksCyberathoalonMusic from NuisanceWhat’s with Russians and CatsYorkshire Chippie in chinaMcDonalds Warns Geraldine Kebab Shop OwnerSpace SugarLithium Ion Battery TechVillage of Idiots gets a Name Change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 257Stockpiling Coffee
SummaryWelcome along to your weekly dose of randomness technology and life. This week Chris is not liking the cost of his Doctors visit, also will they ever be able to remove his weird 3rd nipple? If that is what it actually is?Rod Stewart has come out of his attic, and showed the world his giant model railway he’s been building for the last 26 years.The Swiss upset everyone when they question if they should be stockpiling coffee for a national emergency.Hamilton is getting wheelie bins for rubbish finally, and we are going to get a different kind of bin not a lot of other councils have. Find out what that is all about.Should laws be changed so a 14 year old lawnmower can ride his ride on around on the road? Find out just how busy this kid is.An Italian soccer coach loses his job and not for what you think, and Chris found himself in a Tesla the other day, what did he think of it? All this and more, so come check it out and remember to share it with your friend.LinksRod Stewart’s RailwaySwiss Concerned about their Emergency CoffeeWheelie Bins are Coming to HamiltonShould Laws be Changed for a 14 Year Old Lawnmowing KidItalian Soccer Coach Loses JobEbola Vaccines Available Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 256Movie Review Time
SummaryThis week we get the low down on a couple of movies Chris has seen, talk about the new less creepy reworked Sonic the Hedgehog trailer that’s just come out. And what would you do if the actress playing a murderer in your film is actually a murderer in real life?We check in with podcast listener Jamie to hear how the Australian bush fires are affecting him.When you think of a therapy animal do you think of a world famous pig that hangs out at one of the worlds busiest airports?All this and more.LinksQuandary for Film Makers after Actress is Charged with MurderDisney streaming service launchesZombieland Double TapTerminator Dark FateLeelou the airport therapy pigSonic the Hedgehog MovieVideo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 255Tetris Challenge
SummaryChris explains what the Tetris challenge is to Sam and who is taking part from all over the world.Some guy in Australia has been charging farmers up to $50,000 to make rain for them, is this a legit type of business or is he just playing the odds of it just raining randomly?Bird tracking leads for an expensive bill for scientists, make sure to check your roaming charges and Sam met a bird named Nana this week that only knows 2 different words.Chris went and did some pitch coaching at a startup weekend, find out what one of the top ideas was which seems really cool and seems like something that we all need.Hamilton City gets a fine for accidentally dumping raw sewage into he river. How big was the fine and how much water was accidentally dumped, you’ll have to listen to find out, see if your guess is better than the one Chris had.New tech to change DNA in plants has been developed.Sam is feeling super old with tired muscles, and Goodnight Kiwi is coming back, even if a lot of younger people have no idea what that is. All this and the usual banter, so make sure to check it out.Photos LinksTetris ChallengeMore Tetris Challenge PhotosKiwi Animation Coming Back – Goodnight KiwiCharging farmers $50,000 for some rainEagle Roaming Racks up the ChargesSpray on Gene Editing for PlantsHCC charged for some discharge into the River Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nugget and Meat – Armageddon 2019
SummarySam caught up with Nugget and Meat at Armageddon. Both regulars at Spookers Nugget and Meat were enjoying Armageddon and looking forward to getting something to eat.PhotosLinksSpookers – Haunted Attratction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stu Duval Skateboard Art – Armageddon 2019
SummaryChris got chatting with Stu Duval, an author and artist who had his own unique skateboard art on display at Armageddon. Find out about Stu and learn how long it took him to create the skateboard art.Photos LinksStu Duval WebsiteStu Duval on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dry Eye Lab – Armageddon 2019
SummaryWe came across people wanting to have a staring contest with us at Armageddon this year. It turns out it is all in the name of science. Sam caught up with Dr Phil Turnbull and learned all about the problem of Dry Eyes affecting our youth, especially those that game.Photos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creatures of Chaos – Armageddon 2019
SummarySam catches up with Erin from Creatures of Chaos. Erin is a plush artist and makes Fruppets, Eye plants and Furries of the Teeth. Make sure to check out the awesome photos below.In this interview you’ll find out how Erin got started, how long she’s been making them for. And Sam chats to a potential customer who can’t seem to get enough of them.Photos LinksCreatures of Chaos Felt StoreCreatures of Chaos on FacebookCreatures of Chaos on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comics2Movies – Armageddon 2019
SummaryIn this interview Chris catches up with Shaun from Comics2movies, and Australian website/brand making amazing comic books and prints that are affordable and look amazing.Check out their website for all of the great things you can purchase, and have a listen to the interview.Photos LinksComics2movies WebsiteComics2movies Facebook PageComics2movies Instagram Account Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BotCraft NZ – Armageddon 2019
SummarySam caught up with Bailey from BotCraft NZ, maker of unique figurines from recycled e-waste. If you are after a unique handmade gift for someone that has everything then make sure to have a listen to this episode from Armageddon and check out BotCraft NZ.Photos LinksBotCraft NZ Facebook PageBotCraft NZ InstagramBotCraft NZ Felt Page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Savage – Armageddon 2019
SummarySam and Chris caught up with Alex Savage, close personal friend of Guy Pigden from The Guy and Harley Podcast. Find out what the IPW is all about and what it’s like to meet a WWE Hall of Famer.PhotosLinksIPW WrestlingAlex Savage’s Facebook PageThe Guy and Harley Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 254Back from Armageddon & Camp
SummaryThis week we catch up on a bunch of things, like checking out Will Flemings new pilot he was filming very close to our podcast studio.We went along to Armageddon and has a mixed experience, with lots of laughs and wondering what was going on with something called the Merpington Dancers. Shout out to RJ’s Licorice for the free sample as well as Berocca and Nutra Grain.Russian drug mule escapes custody after being caught.Ex New York Mayor butt dials reporters and talks about shady deals, happens more than you would think apparently.Sam is back from school camp, something that pushed him physically and probably mentally, find out how it all went and what some of the activities were that he took part in.Chris has been super busy, find out what he’s been up to and what he has coming up the day this podcast comes out.All of this and moreLinksArmageddon ExpoPlease Blow my Mind PodcastRussian Drug MuleRudy Giuliani drops a dime on himself…Raglan Rock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 2535 Years of Awesome
SummarySam got a sweet deal from Uber Eats, but who would be able to use it to it’s full potential? Come on Uber Eats, how about a more realistic deal for us.Chris has been busy this week with all sorts of projects and looks like it’s going to get even busier, Sam is still snowed under with pumpkin Carnival stuff this week.Excessive nipple twisting lands someone in jail, why did someone hack a school computer system?Terminator fans were in for a surprise when they got to see the latest movie instead of T2, we think this is a great marketing idea.And this week we have 3 different Kickstarter projects. Which ones will be funded and which ones should be dropkicked, find out what we think.And what did Chris get nominated for at his works awards night?All this and more in your weekly 30min dose of Randomness, Technology and Life.LinksTerminator fans had a surpriseExcessive nipple twisting leads to jailCalico KickstarterSwitchbot KickstarterBackspacer Kickstarter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 252Alcohol Can Save You
SummaryPresident trump donates his actual pay for being president, which sounds like a good thing, until you find out how much his golfing has cost. Have a guess and then hear just how much it costs for his pastime.We went and saw a movie this with with Patreon supporter Adam, find out what we thought about Deadbeat at Dawn, and what the movie was about.What is the hashtag #justaskdontgrab all about? Chris gives us the run down.Sam had to track down some name tags for the pumpkin carnival committee and can’t say enough good things about Garry from Express Badges in Matamata. Great looking badges, at a great price and super fast service, big thumbs up and we fully recommend Express Badges if you need some for your work, or team or anything really.Will you be one of the depressed New Zealander’s if the All Blacks lose against Ireland? We find the whole idea crazy.Chris has a life lesson for the need for alcohol and how it can save you if you are trapped in a basement for 9 years as part of some weird cult thing. Turn it around, make a smile and drink alcohol.Police are trialling a new armed response team for the next 6 months, will it help? Only time will tell.What is happening with Media Works as they sell off the TV division? Could the whole network just be shut down? Who knows.Chris went to Spookers again this week, but this time he went as a member of the public, and got scared a few times, which is great to hear.Someone from Chris’s past died recently, Chris pays his respects to Rob and realised that he is old, just like everyone else.LinksPresident Donated his SalaryBasement Captive FreedExpress Badges WebsiteIf all Blacks Lose will you be depressedPolice trial Rapid Response TeamsMedia Works looking for a Buyer of their TV arm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 251Apple Turned Russian Man Gay
Sam is back from a holiday this week, find out how he got on at the airport and who saw Patrick Gower for the second time.There is a new NZ Stats startup that is using mobile data to track population movements, an interesting idea but a little scary at the same time.How did a Russian man turn gay? And why was he blaming Apple for it? How much is he after to help ease this pain? Find out as we discuss this interesting story.Where do all the old Google products go to die? The G Cemetery of course.A measles outbreak in Hamilton, is that really a surprise? Social media giveth and taketh away in a heartwarming story and virgin and galactic partner in a deal that will help continue more commercial spaceflight.Big shout out to Ecology and Co, the alcohol free gin company who picked up the Excellence in Innovation award at this years Westpac Auckland Business Awards.LinksNZ Stats Startup Shows Population MovementRussian man Sues Apple for Making him GayMeasles Scare at Hamilton NightclubsG CemeterySocial Media Giveth and Taketh AwayVirgin Galactic and Boeing PartnerEcology and Co Gin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 250250th Episode WOOHOO
Welcome to the 250th episode of the podcast, what an accomplishment, seems like only yesterday we were trying to figure out how to record audio and get it up onto the internet.What crazy ideas does Trump want investigated to make his border wall even better than it currently is?Sam had an incident at the gym this week, find out what happened and how bad it actually was.Chris has been talking to some other podcasters lately, and has learned about something we haven’t done previously, so had a surprise in store for Sam this episode. Talking about podcasts, the people’s choice podcast awards have come out, check out the list to find more great podcasts to listen to.The best election sign in the whole country has appeared in Tauranga, what did it say and would you get upset over it?Ken Ring the crazy Moon guy has come out with his own special kind of information about climate change, does any of it make sense, and do you agree with any of it?Scientists unexpectedly found a new use for some fancy new satellites which may be able to be used to predict when volcanoes are about to erupt.Chris ventured outside of the house to go find out about the Vrex experience, and Jacinda decided to write a letter to both of us.All this and more in your favourite podcast of randomness, technology and life. Wonder what the next 250 episodes with bring.LinksDonald Trump and his crazy wall ideasPodcast Awards – People’s ChoiceThe Best Election Sign in the CountryKen Rings Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 249Hamilton Cherry Tree Festival Debacle
SummaryWhat have we been up to this week? Well Chris has been busy talking to people about creating a signature talk, and Sam has been updating giant pumpkin things.We learned this week about the Cherry Tree Festival being canceled here in Hamilton, apparently it was quite a big event. And as always there are always 2 sides to every story, find out about what has been happening with this.Lots of political stuff has been happening around the world, Chris gives the update on what has been going wrong for some of the worlds most powerful people.How well does a grim reaper statue work for slowing down people? Well it would work better if it didn’t get stolen almost straight away.We find out what won the local James Dyson award and the great name one of the runner ups has decided to use for their product.Chris has finally got a gig booked for something different which also includes him having to go get a fitting, it could be a great story and we can’t wait to hear how it all turns out.There was a standoff this week in central Hamilton, some guy didn’t want to get off a roof in town, find out what his demand was, which we didn’t think was a very good one to be honest.And India has been busy building it’s own aircraft carrier, so busy in fact that they didn’t realise when some important things got stolen from it.All this and more in this weeks roundup of Randomness, Technology and Life.LinksCheery Tree Festival Canceled in HamiltonGrim Reaper Statue to Slow Down TrafficElectric Trike Wins James Dyson AwardHamilton Roof StandoffTheft from Indian Aircraft CarrierSocial Media Instead of 111Video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 248The Milton Wainwright Experience
SummaryAn old white man was “doing gods work” this weeks when he took to a Maori sculpture with a chainsaw to remove it’s penis. Find out why this story just seems so crazy.Milton Wainwright who runs the Woodville Organ Museum tried to cut off the “obscene and immoral” penis with a handsaw but had to give up exhausted by the superior quality of the wood combined with being 78 years old, went back the next day and chopped it off with a chainsaw.Is vaping going to be a thing of the past? And is it more dangerous than just smoking normal cigarettes.Did the new iPhone really trigger people’s Trypophobia?Google helped maps solved a missing person case from years ago when a user noticed a submerged car in some water, turns out it was still there.What is the dirty secret the electrical industry doesn’t really talk about? And when did Sam have something to do with it?Columbia can be a rough place to live, so young people have come up with a new past time to help beat the boredom and maybe the drug dealers, with something called gravity cycling, hurling themselves down super steep parts of road. There is no surprise the death rate for such an activity is quite high.Is a solid gold toilet really a piece of artwork? And would you pay to use this piece of art? Well those are all great questions to ponder, but the solid gold toilet valued in the millions was recently stolen.The Squeeze, and Rotorua tourism attraction we had never heard of before. Find out what it is all about and see the video of it below.And some video has come out of some sort of UFO being followed by the US Navy, who has come out and said they do not know what it actually was.LinksMilton Wainwright Cut Phallus from Maori CarvingTiny Holes Scare Some PeopleColumbian Gravity CyclesElectricty Industries Dirty Little SecretGold Toilet StolenNavy Confirms UFO’sThe Squeeze RotoruaVideos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 247Stupid Robot Fighting League
SummaryWe learned an important lesson from last week’s episode and have to issue an apology, find out what that was all about and we have some facts to help back up our position on that. Talking about learning stuff, the person that was making RockRoll toilet paper that Sam backed and was looking forward to receiving has learned a whole bunch of life lessons, find out just how bad all of that went.There are all sorts of things to be purchased from Aliexpress, including a bunch of authentic Donald Trump items.A Kiwi who was supposed to be managing an apartment complex in Australia ended up building a secret hideout so he could steal things from tenants in the building. And sticking with Australia how did a tradie get his genitals combined with a belt sander? The mind boggles.We learned all about Stupid Robot Fighting League this week, and it really grabbed Sam’s attention. The 2019 world champs were just held and was televised on ESPN, find out how they work, and the back story behind their creation.The people behind the hydraulic press channel on YouTube got some new toys and a new channel, using super slow mo cameras in a rig they are able to produce better results than what scientists can sometimes come up with.A monument to a glacier, Adam’s movie recommendation this week, and will electric planes become more common? All this and more in this weeks episode.LinksRockroll UpdateTrump Themed Items on AliexpressKiwi Apartment Manager and his Secret HideoutTradie VS Belt SanderStupidRobot Fighting LeagueBeyond the Press YouTube ChannelGlacier MonumentMidsommer MovieElectric Airplane Coming?Oklahoma man driving stolen vehicle caught with rattlesnake, uranium, whiskey and firearmMan Spends Life Savings Battling Speeding TicketVideos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 246The Otter Decline
SummaryChris went to a LinkedIn local event this week, find out what that is about and how it went, Sam has been busy making robot hands and a robot head this week, and find out how he almost locked himself out.We watched a bunch of stuff this week, we checked out the small documentary about the Kiwi that starred in the Rambu movies, find out what that is all about.And we just watched Sorry to Bother You, find out what we thought about that film.Big problems with people being recruited as spy’s via LinkedIn.Otters are in trouble, and it is due to Instagrammers sharing cute photos of these adorable creatures, which leads to other people taking them out of their environment and keeping them at home.A British teenager has gone partially blind due to the amount of chips he had been eating.We’ve discovered a podcast true crime junkies will like, True Crime Bullshit covers the serial killer Israel Keyes.Chris has been putting his name down for all sorts of upcoming extra work, find out what new type of roles he has picked.LinksOperation Rambu – DocumentaryRambu: The Intruder IntroSorry to Bother YouOtters in trouble due to InstagramBritish teenager goes blind from eating chipsTrue Crime Bullshit PodcastVideo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.