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The Havoc Rundown

Hunter Bro Studios

The ultimate podcast for all things combat robotics. From underground grudge matches to world-stage championships, The Havoc Rundown covers the full spectrum of competitive robot combat. Hosted by seasoned event staffers and builders, we break down fights, preview major events, and dig deep into the engineering, chaos, and creativity that fuel the sport. We interview builders, organizers, innovators, and legends from every corner of the combat robotics world. Whether you"re a veteran of the pits

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01:07:54

Creative Chaos with Kekoto Maane: Halloween Games,...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/10/30

In this special episode, we welcome Kekoto Maane, builder of some of the most unpredictable, off-meta, and surprisingly effective robots in the combat scene, including Kill It With Fire and the multi-bot marvel Power of Friendship. We dive into his creative process, why building “weird” works, and how he turns chaos into consistency.The crew kicks off with a festive Halloween edition of Ryan’s Game Corner, featuring AI-generated costume concepts inspired by popular bots and builders. Then it’s on to

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01:10:34

Paige Clayfield on Jelly Baby, Control Bots & October...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/10/17

In this episode, we’re joined by Paige Clayfield, builder of Jelly Baby—one of NHRL’s most feared and consistent 3-pound control bots. Coming off her second dumpster win of the season, Paige walks us through the October 4th qualifier, the evolution of Jelly Baby’s design, and what it takes to dominate a division known for explosive spinners and fast turnarounds.We also dive into a full recap of the October NHRL event, including standout performances in the 30-pound and 12-pound brackets, emotional

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01:40:23

October Preview: NHRL Predictions and Skorpios Joins...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/10/02

In this episode, we welcome veteran builder and BattleBots driver Zach Lytle, the mind behind Skorpios and founder of Bot Bash, a hands-on educational robotics program that teaches kids engineering through real robot demos and engagement. Zach shares his journey from BattleBots to Bot Bash and walks us through what it takes to compete, teach, and grow the next generation of builders.We kick things off with Ryan’s Game Corner, featuring a pumpkin spice-themed trivia challenge that spirals into total

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00:49:29

Oops-All Games – Trivia Chaos with the Crew

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/09/05

For the final episode in our Around the World summer series, we’re handing the mic to Ryan for something completely different: a full-on trivia showdown. That’s right—this one’s all games, all chaos, and absolutely no structure.Ryan takes over with a custom-built Jeopardy-style game covering everything from combat robot history to media appearances, obscure builder facts, and even some unhinged Over/Under challenges. The entire Havoc Rundown crew—Tony, Ashley, Megan, Thomas, and Justin—battle for

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00:57:44

Summer Series Ep5: Inside UaiRrior, Brazil’s Combat...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/08/29

In this episode of our Around the World summer series, we travel to Brazil to explore one of the most decorated and innovative combat robotics teams in the world: UaiRrior Robotics, builders of the legendary heavyweight Black Dragon.We sit down with Pedro Paulo and Leonardo Labegalini from UaiRrior to talk about what makes Brazilian bots so resilient, how they’ve built a high-performance team from the ground up, and the unique role that universities play in keeping Brazil’s combat robotics scene

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01:18:35

Summer Series Ep4: Building Bots Down Under with Ben...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/08/13

In this episode of the Havoc Rundown, we head to Australia as part of our “Around the World” summer series to spotlight one of the most creative forces in the southern hemisphere: Ben Hayton of Team Panic Robotics.Ben shares the evolution of Australia’s combat robotics scene—from grassroots antweight events in backyard sheds to national featherweight championships—and what makes the Aussie bot community so unique. We explore differences in design philosophy, resource challenges, the joys of putting

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01:21:37

Summer Series Ep 3: Across the Pond with Robot Rebellion

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/08/01

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the UK’s robot combat scene with two key voices behind Robot Rebellion: event organizer Gareth Anstee and head judge Ryan Bratley. Together with Justin and the Havoc Rundown crew, we explore how Robot Rebellion brings a uniquely British flavor to the sport, how their events have grown through grassroots passion and clever branding, and why their episodic YouTube content is setting a new bar for robot combat storytelling.We discuss everything from the

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01:13:08

Steel Floors and Stroopwafels: Combat Robotics in the...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/07/21

In this episode of the Havoc Rundown’s "Robots Around the World" series, the crew sits down with Tim Bouwens, the builder behind BattleBots' Ominous and the NHRL standout Wajoo. Broadcasting from the Netherlands, Tim shares his journey through nearly two decades of combat robotics—starting with antweights, building a four-wheel-drive featherweight that’s still winning, and eventually reaching global stages like NHRL, China, and BattleBots. We dive deep into the Dutch combat robotics

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00:59:37

Summer Series Ep. 1 – Demon Core: Canada’s Melty...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/07/04

We’re kicking off our Robots Around the World summer series with a visit to the Great White North! In this episode, we sit down with Team Unforeseen Consequences, the Canadian builders behind the terrifying melty brain robot Demon Core. We talk about how they got started, what makes the Canadian combat robotics scene unique, and how they engineered a 30lb bot that sounds like something out of a sci-fi nightmare.We dive into their experience at NHRL, their last-minute flight fiascos, the joys of

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01:17:20

Breaking Down June NHRL: Suplexes, Upsets, and...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/06/23

On this episode of Havoc Rundown, the team dives into the June NHRL event to recap the most explosive moments from all three brackets. From Monkfish’s relentless run in the 3s, to Full Court’s suffocating dominance in the 12s, to Red Storm’s suplex-powered 30lb championship win, it’s a full breakdown of the chaos, upsets, and highlights that defined the event.Special guest Kevin Milczewski joins the Rundown to talk all things control bots—from his suplex-savvy design choices in Red Storm and Timber

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01:18:13

Over and Under: June Fantasy, Flame Bots, and Melty...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/05/30

The June 7th NHRL event is almost here, and the Havoc Rundown crew is breaking it all down! We’re joined by fantasy league front-runner Dan Dischino for a stat-packed episode featuring Ryan’s chaotic new game “Over and Under,” where the house is out for blood. We preview the June event by weight class, spotlighting returning legends like Dutch Oven, Megatron, Red Storm, and fan-favorites like Big Frank and Monkfish. From flame bot meta shifts to melty brain enthusiasm, we dig into evolving

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01:10:14

Eight Arms, One Bracket: May NHRL Recap

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/05/19

This one’s for the family bots and fantasy league fanatics! In this jam-packed episode, we dive into the unforgettable May NHRL Event, spotlighting Sad Octopus’s phenomenal semifinal run and the Garen family behind the bot. Cameron, Patrick, and Nora join us to share their journey—from foam wheels to custom casting, from test matches at home to taking down Cold Snap.🦑 We also break down other major May storylines:The rise of fire bots and how they’re reshaping the metaFantasy League shakeups and

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01:14:44

Full Crew, Full Breakdown, Full Chaos: May NHRL Preview

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/05/01

In this no-guest chaos episode of Havoc Rundown, the full crew returns for a jam-packed May NHRL preview. Things kick off with Ryan’s Game Corner and its debut segment, The Price is Fight—a Price is Right-style game guessing bot build costs, spare parts, and some hilariously overpriced eBay listings. From there, it’s on to Mayhem in May, with fantasy draft predictions and bots to watch including Kratos, Sweet Tooth, Colossal Avian, Buzzkill, Chainsaw Massacre, and hover-melty newcomer Open Hell. The

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01:24:41

Tim Hebert Recaps April NHRL: Emotions, Experiments,...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/04/18

This week on The Havoc Rundown, we’re joined by none other than Tim Hebert—robotics educator, NHRL fan favorite, and the brilliant (and slightly chaotic) mind behind Chubby Unicode. That’s right, not Unicorn—Unicode. Tim talks with us about driving his bot with everything from a dance pad to a drum kit, and how experimental control systems can actually hold their own in the cage.We break down the April 5th NHRL event with over 150 bots and some of the most emotional and unexpected moments we’ve ever

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01:20:03

Robotics 401: Advanced Combat Skills Ft: The MIT...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/04/03

In this special episode of Havoc Rundown, the crew welcomes an all-star lineup from the MIT Combat Robotics Club ahead of the April NHRL event. From bold design philosophies to open-source accessibility, this conversation dives into what it takes to build competitive bots under pressure—while juggling coursework, team dynamics, and the love of the sport.Each builder brings their own unique flavor to the fight, and you’ll get an inside look at six exciting bots being prepped for the arena. Plus,

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01:20:20

We Are So Backalope: Breaking Down NHRL’s March Madness

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/03/14

The March NHRL tournament was absolute chaos, and we’re breaking down every explosive moment! 🏆🔥 From shocking upsets to dominating performances, we dive deep into the fights that shook the combat robotics world.🚀 Special guest Gwen McGuire joins us for an exclusive interview, fresh off Jackalope’s incredible run at NHRL, including an intense victory over Turbo Fiend! Hear about her journey as both a referee and a fierce competitor, and what’s next for her fan-favorite bot.📊 Plus, the Havoc

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00:47:39

Bots, Brackets & Bold Picks: How Aidan Took the Win...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/02/13

We're back with another action-packed episode ofHavoc Rundown! This time, we’re breaking down all the chaos from theFebruary 1st NHRL event—which bots dominated, which fell short, and how it all shook up theHavoc Rundown Fantasy League.But that’s not all—we have aspecial guest joining us!Aidan Reichenberg, the first-ever fantasy league event winner, stops by to discuss hisdraft strategy, his biggest takeaways from February, and how he plans to approach future drafts. We also previewMotorama, our

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01:02:27

NHRL February Preview: Glenn Boxell Talks Bots,...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/01/24

In this episode, we kick off 2025 with a bang as we welcomeGlenn Boxell, an incredible builder and the creative force behind the competitive bots Caldera and Caldera 12. We delve into Glenn’s journey through combat robotics, discussing his early inspirations, the challenges he’s faced as a builder, and his approach to designing bots that stand out in the arena. Glenn shares fascinating insights into the strategies and innovations that have helped him succeed, offering advice for aspiring builders

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01:00:02

End of the Year Extravaganza: Robots, Resolutions,...

The Havoc Rundown ·

2025/01/04

In this special year-end episode of Havoc Rundown, we gather to celebrate an incredible 2024 season of robot combat and gear up for an action-packed 2025. Together, we reflect on standout moments, from epic battles like Synthesis' victory over Emulsifier to the unforgettable father-son showdown between Caldera and Eruption. We also shine a spotlight on breakout stars, game-changing innovations, and the behind-the-scenes stories that defined this remarkable year.As we look ahead, we dive into our

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01:21:12

Countdown to NHRL Championships Featuring Brian Boxell

The Havoc Rundown ·

2024/12/03

In this exciting episode of The Havoc Rundown, Justinand the team dive headfirst into the world of combat robotics! Special guest Brian Boxell, creator and driver of the formidable robot Eruption, shares his journey from WPI student to competitive builder and event host. Alongside co-hosts Ryan, Ashley, and Thomas, Brian reflects on his evolution as a builder, the lessons learned from countless iterations of his robots, and the unique challenges of hosting Boxelmania. The conversation covers

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