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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 41 MIN

The Startup Teaching Kids Robotics Using Chopsticks [TBS 46]

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They didn’t start with a fancy lab, big funding, or a “Silicon Valley” playbook.They started with scrappy prototypes, real classrooms, and a question that hits hard:Why is quality STEM education still not accessible to every kid?If you’ve ever been curious about startups, education, or what it takes to build something real (literally hardware), this one’s for you.We sit with Adam and Kai from Stick’ Em - the startup that’s been making headlines for teaching kids to build robots using something you’d never expect: chopsticks.But that’s only the start…What you’ll hearHow Stick’ Em turned a simple, low-cost idea into a real robotics ecosystem schools are paying forThe behind-the-scenes truth about robotics competitions that most people only whisper aboutWhy going hardware-first is way harder than it looks (and why they still did it anyway)The moment they realised: “Okay… this isn’t just a fun kit. This could scale.”How they grew through schools talking to schools before doing any serious marketingWhat winning a major global competition actually changed (and what it didn’t)Tune in soon because the most interesting parts aren’t the headlines… it’s what happened before and after them.---🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more.Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise: https://linkin.bio/thefinancialcoconut🔗 CONNECT WITH USGet daily tips, insights, and community:InstagramTikTokTelegramWhatsappNewsletter📺 MORE FROM OUR NETWORKDiscover our other shows and deep dives on YouTube⚠️ Disclaimer:The content discussed in this episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. The information provided is based on our understanding at the time of recording and may not reflect the current regulations or market conditions. The opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of The Financial Coconut. Please do your due diligence before making any investment or financial decisions.Learn about our eventsHelp us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They didn’t start with a fancy lab, big funding, or a “Silicon Valley” playbook.They started with scrappy prototypes, real classrooms, and a question that hits hard:Why is quality STEM education still not accessible to every kid?If you’ve ever been curious about startups, education, or what it takes to build something real (literally hardware), this one’s for you.We sit with Adam and Kai from Stick’ Em - the startup that’s been making headlines for teaching kids to build robots using something you’d never expect: chopsticks.But that’s only the start…What you’ll hearHow Stick’ Em turned a simple, low-cost idea into a real robotics ecosystem schools are paying forThe behind-the-scenes truth about robotics competitions that most people only whisper aboutWhy going hardware-first is way harder than it looks (and why they still did it anyway)The moment they realised: “Okay… this isn’t just a fun kit. This could scale.”How they grew through schools talking to schools before doing any serious marketingWhat winning a major global competition actually changed (and what it didn’t)Tune in soon because the most interesting parts aren’t the headlines… it’s what happened before and after them.---🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more.Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise: https://linkin.bio/thefinancialcoconut🔗 CONNECT WITH USGet daily tips, insights, and community:InstagramTikTokTelegramWhatsappNewsletter📺 MORE FROM OUR NETWORKDiscover our other shows and deep dives on YouTube⚠️ Disclaimer:The content discussed in this episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. The information provided is based on our understanding at the time of recording and may not reflect the current regulations or market conditions. The opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of The Financial Coconut. Please do your due diligence before making any investment or financial decisions.Learn about our eventsHelp us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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