BEEyond Robotics

Manitoulin Metal

Explore the world of innovation and STEM with the Manitoulin Metal robotics team. Join us as we share insights on tech, engineering, teamwork, and the challenges and triumphs of creating the future through robotics and beyond.

  1. 29 JAN

    S2E4: Rebuilt & Ready: Kick off for FRC 2026

    January episode: Kickoff season is here and for rookie hosts Faiz and Hannah, that means excitement, nerves, whiteboards, and a whole lot of caffeine. In this high-energy episode of BEEyond Robotics, Faiz and Hannah break down what FRC Kickoff really looks like, why it feels impossible at first, and how teams prepare to tackle a brand-new game. From the reveal of REBUILT, to lessons learned from past FRC games, this episode is a full rookie-friendly guide to the most important day of the season. You’ll hear about: What actually happens on FRC Kickoff dayA whirlwind tour of iconic past FRC games and how they shaped robot designRookie engineering tips for strategy, prototyping, and designHow each sub-team prepares for Kickoff—from build and software to CAD, media, safety, and businessThe realities of running a northern, rural, island-based robotics team Why 3-Day Builds matter and how teams learn from themWhat the FRC season timeline really looks like after KickoffFaiz and Hannah also check in with their sub-team leads, share stories from veteran team members, and highlight the sponsors and community supporters who make their season possible. Whether you’re a rookie team, a veteran looking back, or a STEM fan curious about how robotics seasons begin, this episode captures the chaos, creativity, teamwork, and excitement that define FIRST Robotics. Listen to BEEyond Robotics on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube. Buzz. Belong. Build. Beyond. 🐝

    15 min
  2. TRAILER VAN SEIZOEN 2, AFLEVERING 4

    Trailer S2E4: Rebuilt & Ready: Kick off for FRC 2026

    Don't miss the January episode: Kickoff season is here and for rookie hosts Faiz and Hannah, that means excitement, nerves, whiteboards, and a whole lot of caffeine. In this high-energy episode of BEEyond Robotics, Faiz and Hannah break down what FRC Kickoff really looks like, why it feels impossible at first, and how teams prepare to tackle a brand-new game. From the reveal of REBUILT, to lessons learned from past FRC games, this episode is a full rookie-friendly guide to the most important day of the season. You’ll hear about: What actually happens on FRC Kickoff dayA whirlwind tour of iconic past FRC games and how they shaped robot designRookie engineering tips for strategy, prototyping, and designHow each sub-team prepares for Kickoff—from build and software to CAD, media, safety, and businessThe realities of running a northern, rural, island-based robotics team Why 3-Day Builds matter and how teams learn from themWhat the FRC season timeline really looks like after KickoffFaiz and Hannah also check in with their sub-team leads, share stories from veteran team members, and highlight the sponsors and community supporters who make their season possible. Whether you’re a rookie team, a veteran looking back, or a STEM fan curious about how robotics seasons begin, this episode captures the chaos, creativity, teamwork, and excitement that define FIRST Robotics. Listen to BEEyond Robotics on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube. Buzz. Belong. Build. Beyond. 🐝

    1 min

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Explore the world of innovation and STEM with the Manitoulin Metal robotics team. Join us as we share insights on tech, engineering, teamwork, and the challenges and triumphs of creating the future through robotics and beyond.