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Episode 14: Tech Gladiators: Engineering the Next Generation with Zeo Infinite Robotics
Episode Summary
Founder Thomas James joins the show to discuss Zeo Infinite Robotics, a San Antonio-based nonprofit transforming STEM education through combat robotics. By engaging students in the "Tech Gladiator Challenge," Thomas is bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world manufacturing careers.
Host:
Zac Brown: "The Non-Profit Guy"
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacjordanbrown/
Guests:
Thomas James, Founder of Zeo Infinite Robotics
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeo-infinite-robotics/
Find Us:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBoostChannel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50nKlDy81jHuoobIFLwiHy
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-giving/id1803474427
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBoostChannel
Website: https://theboost.fm/beyond-giving/
Key Highlights
🌟The Mission: Giving students a "first shot" at engineering roles by teaching CAD, mechatronics, and manufacturing before they even reach college.
🌟The Tech Gladiator Challenge: A multi-month program where students design, build, and battle robots, learning to troubleshoot mechanical and software errors under pressure.
🌟The Power of Teamwork: Thomas emphasizes that robotics is 10% hardware and 90% strategy and collaboration. Students must reconcile different perspectives to build a winning machine.
🌟The Pipeline: From Gunpla (Gundam model building) for elementary kids to high-stakes combat for high schoolers, the curriculum scales with the students' development.
Current Needs & Growth
Thomas is currently in the foundational "building block" phase and is seeking community support for:
🌟Board Recruitment: Specifically looking for a Treasurer and members with business or financial expertise.
🌟Sponsors & Grants: Funding for robot kits, materials, and travel costs to keep the program accessible.
🌟School Outreach: Introductions to districts in San Antonio (Northside/Northeast) and to underserved areas such as the South Side and rural South Carolina.
Connect with Zeo Infinite Robotics
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeo-infinite-robotics/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeoinfiniterobotics
- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/466679857200055/ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069503631464
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Episode Summary
Founder Thomas James joins the show to discuss Zeo Infinite Robotics, a San Antonio-based nonprofit transforming STEM education through combat robotics. By engaging students in the "Tech Gladiator Challenge," Thomas is bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world manufacturing careers.
Host:
Zac Brown: "The Non-Profit Guy"
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacjordanbrown/
Guests:
Thomas James, Founder of Zeo Infinite Robotics
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeo-infinite-robotics/
Find Us:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBoostChannel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50nKlDy81jHuoobIFLwiHy
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-giving/id1803474427
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBoostChannel
Website: https://theboost.fm/beyond-giving/
Key Highlights
🌟The Mission: Giving students a "first shot" at engineering roles by teaching CAD, mechatronics, and manufacturing before they even reach college.
🌟The Tech Gladiator Challenge: A multi-month program where students design, build, and battle robots, learning to troubleshoot mechanical and software errors under pressure.
🌟The Power of Teamwork: Thomas emphasizes that robotics is 10% hardware and 90% strategy and collaboration. Students must reconcile different perspectives to build a winning machine.
🌟The Pipeline: From Gunpla (Gundam model building) for elementary kids to high-stakes combat for high schoolers, the curriculum scales with the students' development.
Current Needs & Growth
Thomas is currently in the foundational "building block" phase and is seeking community support for:
🌟Board Recruitment: Specifically looking for a Treasurer and members with business or financial expertise.
🌟Sponsors & Grants: Funding for robot kits, materials, and travel costs to keep the program accessible.
🌟School Outreach: Introductions to districts in San Antonio (Northside/Northeast) and to underserved areas such as the South Side and rural South Carolina.
Connect with Zeo Infinite Robotics
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeo-infinite-robotics/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeoinfiniterobotics
- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/466679857200055/ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069503631464