Beyond The Competition

From Parts to Podiums: Oshkut’s Role in Baja SAE This Year

April 16th, 2026  |  28 mins 14 secs

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In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike and Scott welcome Caleb Chamberlain, CEO and co-founder of Oshkut, to discuss how on-demand metal fabrication is revolutionizing the way student engineering teams build.

Caleb shares the origin of his company—from a challenging VR motion rig project to a rapidly growing fabrication platform—and explains how Oshkut is uniquely designed for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This makes it an ideal partner for student teams working on one-off parts and rapid prototypes.

Baja Beginnings With Dr. William Shapton

January 22nd, 2026  |  34 mins 34 secs

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In this special anniversary episode of Beyond the Competition, the team celebrates 50 years of Baja SAE with one of its original architects, Dr. William Shapton. Dr. Shapton shares firsthand stories from the early REV competitions that led to Baja SAE, the challenges of launching a low-cost collegiate design competition, and how hands-on engineering transformed senior design education. From riverbed racecourses to national media coverage, this episode explores how Baja SAE grew from a small experiment into a global engineering phenomenon.

Grove City Baja at SAE International Bring your Kid to Work Day

October 17th, 2024  |  Season 8  |  15 mins 24 secs

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In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz, from SAE University Programs, chat with the Grove City College Racing Team during the SAE Bring Your Kid to Work Day. They dive into the team’s experience bringing their Baja SAE cars to the event, where kids had the chance to explore and learn about the vehicles up close. The team discusses their Red October competition car and an innovative electric prototype, as well as the importance of exposing young kids to engineering through hands-on interaction. Join us for a fascinating conversation about education, engineering, and motorsports!

Insights with David Sander

July 18th, 2024  |  Season 8  |  46 mins 25 secs

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In this episode of Beyond the Competition, hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz welcome David Sander, the Community Programs Manager for SAE International’s University Programs. David shares his journey from an engineering student at NC State to a high school technology teacher, and now his role at SAE. He discusses the value of competitive events in education, the importance of hands-on learning, and the innovative programs SAE is developing to support students and educators. Tune in for an engaging conversation about education, engineering, and the future of mobility.