In this episode, we chat with Matthew, Kyla, and James about engineering, leadership, teamwork, and what it's like to compete (and win!) at the provincial level. From building "Monsoon" to launching 120 lb bots at high speeds, these students are literally shaping the future.
00:00 – Welcome + What Is FIRST Robotics?
05:00 – Community-Based Robotics: Who Can Join
10:00 – How Students Get Hooked on Building Bots
15:00 – From LEGO to Mississauga: The Journey to Provincials
20:00 – The Making of “Monsoon” (This Year’s Robot)
25:00 – How Driving the Robot Actually Works (Spoiler: Xbox!)
30:00 – Robot Battles, Rules & Olympic-Level Strategy
35:00 – Singing on the Bus: The Team Culture That Makes It All Worth It
40:00 – Awards, Outreach & How Robotics Builds Kids, Not Just Bots
45:00 – How to Join, Compete, and Support Team 1305
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