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 faced on the startup journey.

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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 story behind its creation, and plans for global domination.

If you care about the environment, animal welfare, or just love a good Kiwi Innovation, you don’t want to miss this one!

Tune in now and find out why everyone—from local farmers to folks in Europe and the US—is chasing after Kiwi Eco Net! 💚🌏

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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 boundaries of sustainable materials with their creative approach. Chris gives us the inside scoop on the challenges (including breaking pasta machines!), the process, and their exciting plans for the year ahead. Plus, there’s talk of recycled paper mills, fashion, and a few TV show favorites for good measure!

Curious about the future of sustainable products? Want to support local ingenuity? This episode is a must-listen.

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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 rollercoasters, wind wars between Belgium and the Netherlands, and the science behind a deadly lake disaster that could wipe out millions.

All this, plus viral video skepticism and more in this week's episode.

AI going rogue causing problems

AI religion causing problems

AI psychosis

Perils of going viral

Rollercoaster problem

Stealing wind from the neighbours

Lake Nyos disaster

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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 about patents, food safety, and who’s actually paying when things go wrong.

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gehonesty.nz

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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?

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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 challenges—manufacturing complexity, cash flow, and distribution all demand grit, resilience, and constant adaptation. Mike highlights that growth in business goes hand-in-hand with personal development.
• Rapid Expansion and Community: Bader is scaling fast, participating in 50 expos a year, breaking into retail chains and pharmacies, and building a team driven by shared purpose and expertise (including bringing on Suzanne Paul!).

Bader Innovative Wellbeing Website

Bader on Facebook

Bader on Instagram

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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 innovations, including the Brave One Marketplace where the war has been gamified.

All this and more, have a listen and tell a friend.

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Sam Harvey and another backyard challenge

No Nobel Peace Prize for Trump

Brave One Marketplace

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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.

Country Trucker Caps

Proper True Yarn

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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 for Matariki around the country.

All this, plus some classic random tangents, in this week’s episode.

Marvin Smith Apparel Website

Marvin Smith Apparel on Facebook

Marvin Smith Apparel on Instagram

Groov app

Donald's Parade

Massive arms seizure down south

Man who got Doged

Boston Dynamic Robots on AGT

Football World Cup

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