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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Chris Hanlon Podcasts
Join us on the Cities in Space podcast as we talk with rocket scientists, space entrepreneurs, filmmakers, space ecologists, and more. Science! Technology! Engineering! Art! Mathematics!
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Listening In (With Permission): Conversations About Today's Pressing Health Care Topics
Catalyst for Payment Reform
Listen in as Catalyst for Payment Reform dials up health care leaders to discuss some of the biggest questions we face today.
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Welcome to the Success Agent Podcast, Hosted by JP Fluellen. the Show where we dive deep into the world of real estate and bring you inspiring interviews with top agents, team leaders, thought leaders, and successful business owners. Join us as we explore strategies, insights, and secrets of industry leaders, empowering real estate agents to level up their business, achieve greater success, delve into smart investing, and create a sustainable residual income. Get ready to unlock your potenti ...
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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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Episode 10: An Unlikely Astronaut - Susan Kilrain
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26:31Join us as astronaut and author Susan Kilrain tells us about her amazing journey becoming an astronaut! On this Special Edition podcast, she discusses her story of moving from Navy Test Pilot to becoming the second woman, and youngest person, to pilot the space shuttle, logging over 470 hours in space! You can find her inspiring book for all ages, …
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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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Episode 147: Measuring What Matters with Rachel Block (Milbank Memorial Fund)
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23:52In this episode, Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform talks with Rachel Block—Program Officer at the Milbank Memorial Fund and longtime federal/state health policy leader—about cost growth targets: what they are, why they matter, and how states, employers, and consumers can use transparent data to bend the healthcare cost curve without h…
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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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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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Episode 146: Starting Fresh: Swati Mathai on a New Era of Employer Healthcare
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23:52In this episode of Listening (With Permission), Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform sits down with Swati Mathai—CEO and co-founder of XO Health—to explore how employers can finally move beyond the limits of legacy health plans. With more than 25 years of experience advising Fortune 500 employers, leading strategy at UnitedHealthcare and…
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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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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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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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Episode 145: Health Rosetta’s Blueprint for Transforming Healthcare with Dave Chase
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26:18In this eye-opening episode of Listening (With Permission), Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform welcomes Dave Chase—visionary founder of Health Rosetta, author, and champion for rebuilding healthcare from the ground up. Together, they explore how employers and benefits leaders can break free from status-quo health plans and reclaim qual…
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EP. 67 Seniors, Success & Selling Smarter with Debbie DiMaggio
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35:48EPISODE TITLE: Seniors, Success & Selling Smarter with Debbie DiMaggio What happens when you blend 35 years of real estate wisdom with a passion for personal growth and a laser focus on helping others win? You get Debbie DiMaggio—and in this episode of the Success Agent Podcast, she’s dropping bombs of insight. Join host JP Fluellen as he and Debbi…
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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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EP. 66 Why Notes Crush Rentals W/ Eddie Speed
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28:33Why Notes Crush Rentals — with Eddie Speed 🎙 Episode Description: In this episode of The Success Agent Podcast, JP Fluellen sits down with legendary note investor Eddie Speed, the man behind over 50,000 seller-financed deals and a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of notes. If you’re a landlord sick of clogged toilets, stressed about low cash flow, or…
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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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Episode 144 - Oral Health is Healthcare with Caroline McLeod
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19:04In this episode of Listening In (With Permission), Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform sits down with Caroline McLeod, a practicing dental clinician and leader at CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, for a deep dive into the overlooked world of oral healthcare—exploring why it's far more than just teeth, and why health leaders need to p…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Episode 143: Kristof Stremikis on Medicaid’s Future—and Why Employers Should Care
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22:47In this episode of Listening In (With Permission), Andréa connects with Kristof Stremikis, Director, Market Analysis and Insights at the California Healthcare Foundation, for a candid exploration of Medicaid’s evolving landscape and its surprising relevance to the employer-sponsored insurance market.…
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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…
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Summary Sam talks to Knuckles from Country Trucker Caps and finds out what makes their hats unique, all while finding out how big of a podcaster he is. Links Country Trucker Caps Proper True Yarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 142: Beyond Pie Charts: Mike Hanlon on Real-Time Data, Carve Outs, and Employer Power
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20:52Episode 142: Beyond Pie Charts: Mike Hanlon on Real-Time Data, Carve Outs, and Employer Power by Catalyst for Payment ReformBy Catalyst for Payment Reform
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Summary Chris and Sam are back from Fieldays with upgraded podcast shirts and hoodies, thanks to Marvin Smith Apparel. They chat about the chaos of Fieldays, the infamous Cybertruck, wild content creators, and robots on America’s Got Talent. There’s discussion of gun seizures in Gore, assassination drones, lackluster parades, and what’s happening f…
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Summary This is our yearly podcast from Fieldays, we cover how Fieldays was for us, plus we mix in our normal randomness, technology and life as well, which included: Sam and his trip to and from Fieldays, Spider Web 2.0 operation, a glacier collapse, robo centipedes and more. All the Fieldays interviews will be coming out individually very soon, s…
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In this episode, we get into why so many people are packing up and heading to Wyoming. From wide open spaces to lower taxes and a slower pace of life, there are some big reasons folks are making the move. If you’re curious about the shift or thinking about relocating yourself, this one’s for you. Take a look!…
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EP. 65 Mini Episode: How to Raise Capital to Create Wealth
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3:10In this episode, we’re talking about what it really takes to raise capital and build wealth. You’ll hear 3 real world tips on finding the right people, gaining their trust, and using that momentum to grow your business and your income. If you're just starting out or looking to scale, this episode one’s packed with insights you can actually use.…
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Summary Fieldays is happening next week and we are gearing up for it. Chris won't be taking his bike as he broke that this week, while Sam had to deal with another rat. We talk about Final Destination Bloodlines, Ukraine and their Spider Web operation. A NZ Scientist is confident that the company they run can create a new type of reactor. While we …
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Episode 141: Don’t Mess with Texas Employers: Chris Skisak on State Policy for Affordable Healthcare
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26:19In this episode of Listening In (With Permission), Ryan Olmstead sits down with Mike Hanlon, founder and CEO of Abbet, to unpack some of the boldest ideas in health benefits management—and why they might not be so radical after all.Hanlon, whose company builds automation tools for large employer plan sponsors, offers a candid look at why traditiona…
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EP. 64 Real Estate Shifts Post Covid w/ Chris Prefontaine
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31:17🎙️ The Success Agent Podcast Recap – JP Fluellen x Chris Prefontaine JP Fluellen kicks off the episode with a focus on helping real estate professionals, from rookies to seasoned pros, elevate their game. He also plugs Real Brokerage as a growth platform for entrepreneurial agents and teams: 👉 go.joinreal.com. JP welcomes Chris Prefontaine, founder…
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Summary This week, Sam returns from Christchurch with tales of super-bright phone screens, three-wheeled scooters, and a speedy penny farthing sighting, while Chris issues an apology after getting fact-checked about the next James Bond. We hear about wild "run it" sports, a Trump watch mishap, robots kickboxing, and the wild world of shopping cart …
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Summary Chris is battling a lingering sickness while Sam’s busy hunting down tiny plastic ducks hidden around the house. This week, the guys talk Barbie and Oppenheimer, binge HBO’s Chimp Crazy, and discover the wild world of milking snails for ancient purple dye. There’s tales of ocular cat bugs, a moon-bound nuclear plant courtesy of China and Ru…
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Episode 140: Shawn Gremminger on the Hidden Costs of the 340B Drug Pricing Program
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28:33In this episode of Listening In (With Permission), Shawn Gremminger, President and CEO of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, joins Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform to dive into a pressing but often overlooked issue: the impact of the 340B Drug Pricing Program on pharmacy costs for employers and healthcare purch…
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Summary Chris has man flu this week, while Sam is back from the NZ Podcasting Summit. We learn that the Russian spy whale died this week, while an inmate was lost and a suspect had a crap hiding spot. In AI things, we learn someone is in a relationship with their AI partner, AI is causing problems for some while an AI victim impact statement is use…
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Summary We watched a bunch of movies this week, while Sam sorted out the stupid parking ticket. We learn about a raccoon with a meth pipe, a long lost sausage dog is found and a weird guy keeps setting fire to his house. Just the usual really. Come have a listen Links The People We Love Movie Micky 17 The Long Walk NZ gets defense money Homegrown c…
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Summary Sam has beef this week with Pak N Save Clarence St this week with their crazy car parking ticket they gave him for 26 hours. Chris has a shoutout this week to Ellen, not his ex wife Ellen, someone else it turns out. Carnival with fart spray causes chaos. While a Turkish town decide to burn a lot of weed, and Saudi Arabia has made a thing ca…
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Episode 139: Navigating PBM State Policy Changes in Tennessee with Kendra Gipson
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20:43In this episode of LIWP's Healthcare Highway, Ryan Olmstead of Catalyst for Payment Reform speaks with Kendra Gipson, Director, Vendor Services & Contracts at State of Tennessee. Kendra oversees health plans for over 300,000 employees, and in this engaging conversation, she delves into the impact of recent pharmacy and PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Manager…
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Summary This episode is filled to the brim with stories. From a Cat flavoured Dog pie, to unique flooding protection, a bookshop move, the world's most bitter compound and Chris being weird. More on the stolen golden toilet, a Kiwi woman gets a brain implant, a new colour has been found, what's up with Fyre Festival 2 and so much more. Links Cat fl…
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Summary This weeks episode we cover a bunch of things, from Sam being stuck in Easter traffic and getting customer easter eggs. To the renaming of an aircraft carrier, a wrestling Church and the chaos that is hte Minecraft movie. What is going on with the naming of people by NZ Health? How did a first aid course go this week, and we spend way too m…
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Episode 138: No Extra Care, Just Extra Costs: Facility Fees with Patricia Kelmar.
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15:47Patricia Kelmar, Senior Healthcare Campaigns Director for USPIRG, sits down with Andrea Caballero from Catalyst for Payment Reform to discuss one of the most pressing issues in healthcare affordability: facility fees. These hidden charges are adding significant costs to medical bills, even for routine visits and telehealth appointments. With her ex…
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Summary This weeks podcast Chris hears something about TEDx, while we learned what the deal with the fitted sheet in Wellington was all about. A kiwi gets busted with drugs in Thailand in a dumb way, while dire wolves have been brought back to life after extinction. We have a kickstart or dropkick for you. We talk about a car parking problem that s…
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