Best Sudoku Podcasts (2025)

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Broken Internet 28:07

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2d ago28:07

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Summary Chris 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 weir…

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Mike Wozniak - Series 20 Ep.7 57:02

4d ago57:02

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On this week's podcast comedy legend and Series 11 hero Mike Wozniak returns to the fold to unpack all the chaos of Taskmaster Series 20. Ed and Mike dive deep into the latest line-up of contestants, dissecting their most inspired (and catastrophically misguided) attempts to impress the all-powerful Taskmaster. We're talking heists, dribbly art and…

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32 Wordles?! Bryan Chen on Building Duotrigordle 43:17

7d ago43:17

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Bryan Chen joins Nate Kadlac and Aaron Kardell on Hey, Good Game to unravel how a simple coding side project exploded into Duotrigordle, the 32-Wordle brain buster beloved by millions. A computer science student at the University of Waterloo, Bryan walks us through his programming journey from C# exercises in grade school to building viral games du…

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Floating Wind Turbine 28:36

9d ago28:36

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Summary China 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. Links AI Mass Produced Podcasts China tests floating wind turbine Largest Mosquito factory opened in Brazil Tulsa King The …

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Maisie Adam - Series 20 Ep.6 1:02:21

11d ago1:02:21

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Join comedian and current contestant Maisie Adam as she teams up with Ed Gamble on The Taskmaster Podcast for a laugh-packed podcast. Maisie shares her grievances from her time on the show (and the podcast!), explains her chosen outfit and goes down a comedy memory lane/dip with Ed. Catch up on al of Taskmaster at channel4.com For all your latest T…

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Work From Home Jail 29:48

17d ago29:48

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Summary Chris 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 huntin…

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Phil Ellis - Series 20 Ep.5 1:01:36

18d ago1:01:36

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This week Ed is joined by comedian and current contestant, Phil Ellis! As well as discussing episode five, Ed explains why he thinks Phil suits the caravan and they get to the bottom of Phil's equine vibe. They share their thoughts on if it's okay to ask Alex for help and Phil reveals why he was surprised by Maisie's anger! To book to tickets to Ph…

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Blue Garden Bags For All 27:40

24d ago27:40

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Summary Chris 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 lis…

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Sanjeev Bhaskar - Series 20 Ep.4 54:11

25d ago54:11

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Hey Mate. Ed is joined by Comedy Royalty two podcasts in a row! This week Ed is talking to actor, comedian and presenter, Sanjeev Bhaskar. Sanjeev starts with his grievances from Series 20 so far - yes he can run, he just has a bad back! They get in to the details of episode 4, including the heart task and THAT voice note from Phil. They also discu…

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No Power 29:08

1M ago29:08

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Summary Sam 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, stol…

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Reece Shearsmith - Series 20 Ep.3 1:03:48

1M ago1:03:48

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This week Ed is joined by comedy royalty, it's Reece Shearsmith! Reece talks to Ed about one of his worst performing episodes yet. There's twins, there's snakes and there is also some arts and crafts. It's all here for Reece to discuss and share why he didn't think he was the angriest contestant on the show. Watch all of Taskmaster at channel4.com …

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Cryptic Sudoku 32:46

1M ago32:46

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Summary Chris 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…

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Ania Magliano - Series 20 Ep.2 1:09:22

1M ago1:09:22

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On this week's podcast Ed is joined by the brilliant comedian and current contestant, Ania Magliano! Ania shares details about when she was last in the Taskmaster House and what she had for desert! She also tells Ed how she thought she could fix Greg and why she had such an issue with Maisie's indescribable object. All of this plus the pair dig dee…

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Give us your Pin 31:27

1M ago31:27

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Summary Chris 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 w…

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Jason Mantzoukas - Series 20 Ep.1 1:22:40

2M ago1:22:40

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Get locked in because Taskmaster is BACK baby and we have the perfect guest to kick of Series 20! Jason Mantzoukas returns to the podcast and shares he thoughts of the brand new line-up! Jason also explains how Taskmaster fans are the best and why he thinks he was the real champ of Series 19! To watch all of Taskmaster visit channel4.com For all yo…

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From Bingo Nights to Daily Puzzles: The Story of Silly Little Games 1:07:33

2M ago1:07:33

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Angela Swain and Mariam Mollaghaffari join Aaron Kardell on Hey, Good Game to share how two longtime friends turned a nostalgic obsession with wordplay into Silly Little Games—a vibrant, human-crafted daily puzzle experience. Angela (a flight attendant with a journalism background) and Mariam (an architect with design chops) break down the collabor…

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Astronaut Oxygen Scam 31:06

2M ago31:06

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Summary Chris 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 un…

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Taskmaster The Podcast - Series 20 Trailer 1:26

2M ago1:26

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It's almost time! On 11th September at 9pm on C4 our new contestants will be taken to task on Series 20 of Taskmaster! Which also means the podcast is BACK! As well as the new contestants joining Ed in the caravan, we will have some additional special guests to share their thoughts on how the Series 20 line up are doing! The podcast will be availab…

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Too Many Dead Bodies 30:19

2M ago30:19

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Summary Chris 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. T…

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Taskmaster the Podcast Live with Nish Kumar - Part Two 26:21

2M ago26:21

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It's part two of the first ever Taskmaster Podcast Live! It's the first ever live Taskmaster Podcast! Ed recorded the podcast back in July at the Just For Laughs Comedy festival in Montreal! Ed was joined by Taskmaster Royalty (and his best mate) Nish Kumar! Ed and Nish attempt to create Nish's ultimate episode and in this part they chat about the …

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Cyborg Cockroaches 33:37

2M ago33:37

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Summary Chris 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 …

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Taskmaster the Podcast Live with Nish Kumar - Part One 29:51

2M ago29:51

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It's the first ever live Taskmaster Podcast! Ed recorded the podcast back in July at the Just For Laughs Comedy festival in Montreal! Ed was joined by Taskmaster Royalty (and his best mate) Nish Kumar! Ed and Nish attempt to create Nish's ultimate episode and in this part they chat about his favourite prize task and of course the infamous basketbal…

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When Pixel Art Tells a Spooky Story 53:14

2M ago53:14

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From Haunted Pixels to Conservation: Peter Lazarski on Art, Accessibility, and Indie Game Grit Indie developer and visual artist Peter Lazarski—aka Imaginary Monsters—joins Nate to explore his creative evolution from childhood horror obsessions to crafting cult-favorite lo-fi games like Halloween Forever and Deathstate. Known for his pixelated goth…

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Tooth Eyeball 29:58

2M ago29:58

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Summary Sam 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 th…

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Taskmaster The People's Podcast - Sudoku for a Poodle 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

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This week on the Taskmaster Podcast we share the latest People's Podcast which if you don't know is hosted each week by the brilliant Jenny Eclair and Jack Bernhardt! Enjoy! This week our homework comes from a listener who wanted Jenny and Jack to re-live Greg's best moments of being angry at everyone, and Victoria Coren-Mitchell's complete misunde…

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Fish Fire 28:19

3M ago28:19

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Summary Chris 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 und…

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Q&A With Greg Davies and Alex Horne at The Town Hall in NYC - Part Two 36:38

3M ago36:38

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This week Taskmaster The Podcast brings you part two of a Q&A Alex and Greg took part in back in early 2025 in New York City. The Q&A was moderated by Josh Gondelman and followed the premiere of the first two episodes of Series 19! As well chatting about Series Alex and Gregg discuss how making Taskmaster has changed over ten years (very little!), …

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New Mineral Found 30:02

3M ago30:02

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Summary This 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 …

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Q&A With Greg Davies and Alex Horne at The Town Hall in NYC - Part One 30:03

3M ago30:03

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This week Taskmaster The Podcast brings you part one of a Q&A Alex an Greg took part in back in early 2025 in New York City. The Q&A was moderated by Josh Gondelman and followed the premiere of the first two episodes of Series 19! As well chatting about Series 19 Alex and Greg also took questions from the audience which covered all manner of topics…

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Bearded Nerd 30:03

3M ago30:03

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Summary Chris 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…

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Taskmaster x English Heritage : A short history of games with Taskmaster’s Alex Horne 29:26

3M ago29:26

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On this week's Taskmaster Podcast we have something a little different! We are sharing an Episode of the English Heritage Podcast which features our very own Little Alex Horne! This summer, Taskmaster have teamed up with English Heritage to set you silly challenges as you explore 17 of their sites. So, we couldn’t miss the opportunity to discuss so…

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Life in 60 Seconds: Michael Frei’s ‘Time Flies’ 45:07

3M ago45:07

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Award-winning artist, animator, and game designer Michael Frei joins Nate and Joseph to share his creative journey from apprentice construction draftsman to co-founder of Zurich’s Playable, the indie studio behind critically acclaimed interactive works like Plug & Play, Kids, and the meditative mortality sim Time Flies. Michael breaks down his mini…

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Creepy Teddy Bear 29:38

3M ago29:38

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Summary Chris 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. P…

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of Series 19 - Part Two 1:12:01

3M ago1:12:01

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As promised, we are back with another Best Ofs episode from Series 19! With highlights and gossip from Stevie Martin, Chris Ramsey, Rosie Ramsey, Emma Sidi and S19 Champ Mat Baynton! We're delving into all things dignity, caravans and team tasks in this recap of the most memorable moments from the second half of the series. To catch up on all Taskm…

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From Wall Street to Wordplay: Inside Pete Muller’s Mind 48:51

4M ago48:51

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Pete Muller is not your average guest—he’s a quant hedge fund legend, a touring singer-songwriter, and a prolific puzzle constructor whose creations appear in The New York Times and The Washington Post. In this episode we dive into Pete’s polymath life: his journey from math to markets, from poker tables to music stages, and how puzzles tie it all …

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WETIT 11:22

4M ago11:22

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Summary Chris 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 e…

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The Shear Space 6:05

4M ago6:05

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Summary Chris 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, marketin…

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The Angry Mexican 28:10

4M ago28:10

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Summary Sam 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 …

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RespondBio 11:55

4M ago11:55

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Summary In 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 …

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of Series 19 - Part One 1:10:33

4M ago1:10:33

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We don't want S19 to be over yet...so it isn't! Here's the first of two best of episodes we've put together, with snippets from the wonderful, Nick Mohammed, Mat Baynton, Sophie Duker, Fatiha El-Ghouri and Jason Mantzoukas! Join us for a journey through the wildest moments of the first half of this series, as the ladybirds slowly takeover the carav…

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Mara Bio 7:55

4M ago7:55

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Summary Chris 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 …

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Kiwi-Econet 5:45

4M ago5:45

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Summary In this episode of The Chris and Sam Podcast, Sam sits down with Grant from Kiwi Eco Net at Fieldays 2025 to talk about his game-changing invention: the world’s first edible bale net! 🚜🐄 Say goodbye to plastic waste and hello to safer, greener farming. Grant shares how years working on oil rigs inspired this eco-friendly innovation, the sto…

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Kiwi Leather Innovations 9:34

4M ago9:34

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Summary This episode from Fieldays 2025 Sam chats with Chris from Kiwi Leather Innovations – the visionary team turning surplus kiwifruit into high-quality, eco-friendly vegan leather right here in New Zealand. 🥝👜 Discover how Kiwi Leather Innovations is tackling food industry waste, collaborating with scientists at Scion, and pushing the boundarie…

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AI Going Rogue 30:02

4M ago30:02

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Summary Chris and Sam battle sore hands and relentless rain while diving into another week of tech-fueled randomness. This episode, AI goes rogue with some shockingly blackmail-y behavior, people spiral into "ChatGPT psychosis," and the perils of viral fame – including a comedian jailed for his jokes – are explored. There’s cicada chaos on rollerco…

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Ep 210. Series 19 Winner S19 Ep.10 1:05:05

4M ago1:05:05

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It's time to say goodbye to Series 19 but what an incredible series it's been! To get all the BTS listen to the winner reveal all on this week's podcast. Do not fear! There will be lots of fun stuff on the Taskmaster Podcast feed and the show will be back before you know it! For all your latest TM news visit taskmaster.tv To catch up on the series …

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Funding Dreams & Crafting Stories: Lessons From an Indie Game Visionary 38:35

4M ago38:35

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Indie-game luminary Tatiana Delgado joins Nate to trace her 20-year journey from drawing paper games as a kid to co-founding Madrid’s Out of the Blue Games. She explains how titles like Call of the Sea create emotional tension without combat, why early VR prototyping was both thrilling and nausea-inducing, and how small studios can balance artistic…

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GE Free 17:28

4M ago17:28

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Summary Sam chats with Jon from GE Free New Zealand at Field Days, diving into the hot debate around gene editing, the new Gene Technology Bill, and what losing Aotearoa’s GE Free status could mean for our exports and farmers. We hear why the government’s changes are raising eyebrows, explore the loss of local protections and there’s some real talk…

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Drone Trust 9:47

4M ago9:47

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

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Bader Innovative Wellbeing 10:11

4M ago10:11

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Summary Chris talks to Mike about Bader Innovative wellbeing. Key points are: Innovation Meets Efficacy: Bader prioritizes formulation strength and therapeutic dosages, going product-first to deliver tangible results in sleep and focus—helping people even transition off pharmaceuticals like sleeping pills. Startup Grit: The journey isn’t without ch…

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Belt Buckle Girl 30:03

4M ago30:03

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Summary This week Chris found a podcast with a very similar name and jacked up an interview with them next week. Can't wait to find out more about Sam & Chris the Podcast. We also learned about the stolen Mayonnaise we spoke about months ago. While Sam had an experience at McDonalds and also at Lonestar. The Ukraine war has brought a lot of innovat…