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Behind the Bots

Behind the Bots
NHRL
Battlebots
Combat Robotics
Robot Combat
Weight Classes
Team Stamina
Robotics
Robotics Mentoring
Maryland
Flame Bots
NHRL All Stars
AI and Sensor Fusion
NHRL Teams Event
Hot Takes
Combat Robotics News
Robotic Milkers
Neotropolis
Triton
Wasteland Weekend
Team Honey Cracked

The podcast that brings you the stories of the builders behind BattleBots.

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Jack has been known for years as the driver and co-captain of End Game, winner of Battlebots World Championship V and the Golden Bolt! End Game not only brought the top trophy of robot combat with them to New Zealand, but the whole sport with them in... more

Behind the Bots 234 Interview with Team Whiplash Captain Matt Vasquez!

Matt has been building and competing in combat robots all his life with machines like Whomper, Lil Lash and Whiplash! Known as one of the best drivers in the sport, he’s qualifie... more

Zoe and Team Honey Cracked have been perennial competitors at NHRL with entries like Minun & Plusle, BeeForce, HoneyBombers, and many more! Honey Cracked recently hosted the 2nd Hive Hysteria event on July 26th where 3lb & 12lb bots from near and far... more

Alex has been a perennial competitor at NHRL with Floor Letter Word and a member of the Brett Breakers! He's also well known for event organizing GSCRL whose season championship will be coming up on August 2nd!

Let us know what questions you have fo... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Vasquez
Captain of the Whiplash team in BattleBots
Team Whiplash
Episode: Interview with Team Whiplash Captain Matt Vasquez!
Zoe Lambert
Captain of Team Honey Cracked and member of Mammoth team
Team Honey Cracked
Episode: Interview with Team Honey Cracked Captain Zoe Lambert!
Alex Curtis
Gscrl event organizer and Floor Letter Word robot builder
Gscrl
Episode: Interview with GSCRL EO and Floor Letter Word Builder Alex Curtis!
Glenn Boxell
Builder of Caldera, winner of 3lb Golden Dumpster
Episode: June NHRL Recap with 3lb Golden Dumpster Winner Glenn Boxell!
Eli Davis
Builder of Apricot, Buffalo Wings, and member of Team Sawblaze
Episode: June NHRL 2025 Preview with Buffalo Wings Builder Eli Davis!
Lars Elliott
Impact builder and Golden Dumpster winner
NHRL
Episode: NHRL’s Youngest Beetleweight Golden Dumpster Winner, Lars Elliott!
Brian Boxell
Builder of the combat robot Eruption and winner of multiple Golden Dumpsters.
NHRL
Episode: How to Win 2 Golden Dumpsters, with Eruption Builder Brian Boxell!
Kezia Skye
Chainsaw Kitty builder and icon in the sport
Episode: 2025 NHRL Season Preview with Chainsaw Kitty Captain Kezia Skye!
Jamison Go
Multi-time NHRL champion and combat robotics expert
G3 Robotics
Episode: Multi-Time NHRL Champion Jamison Go

Hosts

Jake Hoffman
Host known for engaging with builders and communities involved in combat robotics.
Brandon Young
Co-host who discusses technical aspects and interviews various builders.
Chris
Co-host providing insights into the combat robotics scene and interviews.
Lindsay
Co-host dedicated to exploring the stories behind robot builders.
Kyle
Co-host engaging with events and builders in the robotics community.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Behind the bots rules!

    Super awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    To DC a
    United States9 months ago
  • Battlebots in depth

    I love the interviews, tech info, and BattleBots trivia that this show presents. Wonderful to meet the makers. A must-listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toni A Jr.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best ever

    I love robot combat so this is dream come true😄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Roseth.
    Australia2 years ago
  • Love it

    This is the best podcast ever! I love batlebots and if you love battle bots this is the podcast for you. It really couldn’t be much better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Battlebotter
    Australia2 years ago
  • very high quality

    good show, quality content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ziya212
    United States2 years ago

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Super awesome
A must-listen for enthusiasm and technical insights into battle bots.
This is a dream come true for battle bots fans!
In-depth discussions and humor make it a top combat robotics podcast.
Family-friendly content that appeals to various listeners.

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Interview with End Game Co-Captain Jack Barker!
Q: What do you put in that has good turnaround in terms of your investment versus what you see in terms of success?
The attitude that our team takes is very scientific; we analyze fights to understand why we lost and ensure we don't lose the same way again.
Interview with Team Honey Cracked Captain Zoe Lambert!
Q: So, Zoe, how did you first get involved with Fighting Robots, Combat Robots?
Zoe got involved in 2020 when COVID hit, and the normal competitions were remote. She started conducting in-house events to engage students.
Interview with Team Honey Cracked Captain Zoe Lambert!
Q: So where did that cage, when was that cage built?
Zoe doesn't know the full backstory to this cage but mentions it showed up on eBay when they had money to buy a cage.
Interview with Team Whiplash Captain Matt Vasquez!
Q: How do you manage burnout?
I have lots of other hobbies, which helps quite a bit. If I was just doing combat robot stuff, I might go insane.
Interview with GSCRL EO and Floor Letter Word Builder Alex Curtis!
Q: Are there any ideas to expand Gscrl beyond New Jersey?
Yes, expanding to other areas is absolutely possible, especially with local teams interested in hosting events.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Bots

What is Behind the Bots about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the world of combat robotics, particularly emphasizing the personal stories and technical journeys of the builders involved in competitions like BattleBots and events such as NHRL. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with builders who share their experiences, design philosophies, and insights into the evolution of their robots, as well as the community dynamics within the robotics scene. Unique aspects include explorations into STEM education, highlighting the importance of fostering a new generation of robotics enthusiasts and the balance of competition and community engagement.

Listeners can expect a blend of technical discussions, personal anecdotes, and updates on the latest happenings in the combat r... more

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