Beyond The Competition
Episodes
Baja SAE Carolina 2025 Know Before You Go
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Headed to Baja SAE Carolina 2025? This special Know Before You Go episode of the SAE: Beyond the Competition Podcast is your essential audio companion...
Celebrating STEM Leadership: Anish Srivastava and the Max Rumbaugh Award
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the SAE Tomorrow Today podcast, we spotlight Anish Srivastava, recipient of the SAE International Award for Outstanding Student Lea...
Women in Motorsports: Formula SAE EV 2025 Panel
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode from Formula SAE EV 2025, we sit down for the Empowering Women in Mobility panel featuring leaders from General Motors, PACCAR...
Motorsports to Mobility: Inside Oshkosh and Pratt Miller’s Tech Evolution
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Competition, we sit down with two powerhouse minds from the mobility and defense sectors: Kevin Kwiatkowski, VP of Engin...
SAE CDS Action News July 2025
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
From Formula SAE to Rocket Science: Carson Wilke’s Journey to Relativity Space
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carson Wilke joins the show to share his journey from competing in Formula SAE at Texas A&M to becoming a rocket engineer at Relativi...
Baja SAE Maryland 2025 Know Before You Go
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special “Know Before You Go” edition, host Mike Sorg is joined by SAE Program Manager Damon Andring and Maryland event organizer Zach Love...
SAE CDS Action News June 2025
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
From Comic Con to Connected Cars: Behind SAE’s Online Events with Matt Wasowski
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of SAE Beyond the Competition, we welcome Matt Wasowski, the producer of virtual events for SAE International. Matt shares the behind-...
SAE CDS Action News May 2025
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Behind the Cones: Evolving the Endurance Experience at FSAE
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of SAE Beyond the Competition, we’re joined by the Endurance Event captains for Formula SAE IC: Laura Krauser, Matt Kalmus, and Cory...
Baja SAE Arizona 2025 Know Before You Go
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for Baja SAE Arizona 2025! In this special episode of SAE Beyond the Competition, host Scott Schultz sits down with Damon Andring, Program M...
Aero Design East 2025 Know Before You Go
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Know Before You Go” episode, SAE University Programs Media Producer Mike Sorg and CDS Action News host Scott Schultz sit down with Zeke B...
Building a Hemp Aero Kit for Formula SAE? Here’s What Happened!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a Formula SAE team trades carbon fiber for hemp? In this episode of SAE Beyond the Competition, we talk with Alton Coolidge from Oli...
CDS Action News April 2025
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Aero Design West 2025 Know Before You Go
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Competition, host Mike Sorg is joined by key figures from SAE and the Aero Design community to help students prepare for...
The Father of Formula SAE
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Competition, host Scott Schultz and producer Mike Sorg sit down with Ron Matthews, Professor Emeritus at the University ...
CDS Action News March 2025
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Empowering Future Engineers: Inside A World in Motion with Emma Akouri
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Summary: SAE Beyond the Competition – A World in Motion with Emma Akouri In this episode of SAE Beyond the Competition, host Mike Sorg and c...
CDS Action News February 2025
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Celebrating Excellence: SAE’s Contributor of the Year Insights
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The “SAE Beyond the Competition” podcast explores the experiences, insights, and impact of volunteers and professionals within SAE International’...
CDS Action News January 2025
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Program Managers Spill the Secrets of SAE Events!
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Mich...
Women in Motorsports
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode brings together industry leaders to discuss “Women in Motorsports.” Featuring voices like Stacy Puckett from Women in Motorsp...
Grove City Baja at SAE International Bring your Kid to Work Day
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz, from SAE University Programs, chat with the Grove City College Racing Team dur...
Beyond Wheels: The Story of the Baja Tank Car
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “Beyond the Competition,” hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz dive into the innovative design choices of the Embry Riddle Aeronau...
CDS Action News September 2024
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
CDS Action News provides updates and essential information for participants in various SAE competitions, including Formula SAE and Baja SAE, with high...
Exploring the World of Engineering and Surveying with NCEES
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the World of Engineering and Surveying with NCEES | Beyond the Competition Podcast Welcome to another exciting episode of Beyond the Competi...
Insights from Tecnológico de Monterrey’s SAE Aero Design Team | SAE Aero Design West 2024
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we chat with Isaac Baeza and Emilio from Tecnológico de Monterrey’s SAE Aero Design team at the SAE Aero Design West 2024 competition. D...
Introducing Mini Baja
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Beyond the Competition, the SAE University Programs Podcast. This episode dives into the brand-new Mini Baja program, featuring special gue...
Visiting M Racing Formula SAE: University of Michigan's 2024 Formula SAE Team!
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we get an exclusive tour of the University of Michigan Formula SAE team’s workshop! In this video, we meet team captain Flynn Baird, alon...
Insights with David Sander
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Behind the Competition, hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz welcome David Sander, the Community Programs Manager for SAE Internationa...
CDS Action News July 2024
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Photo portal 1:03 Participation certificate 1:15 Student interviews 1:37 Mini baja 2:55 Lecture program 3:21 Social media 3:41 Bloopers 4:00 ~~~~~~~~~...
Visiting M Baja Racing: University of Michigan's 2024 Baja SAE Team!
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Linnia Lindbloom, a senior member of the University of Michigan Baja team, to discuss their recent driver training, ...
CDS Action News June 2024
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SAE Collegiate Chapters Free SAE Membership Fast track roster Social media Baja SAE GoPro Footage Submit your BEST CLIPS (no more than 30 seconds!) t...
CDS Action News May 2024
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Free SAE Membership Fast track roster Social media Honda at Formula SAE Free SAE Membership https://sae.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1TU2EgYKxEk9esu Pho...
Baja SAE California: Know Before You Go
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Baja SAE Shop Talk, hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schulz are joined by Josh Spivey and Chad Bear, co-organizers of the upcoming Baja SA...
Baja SAE Ohio and Honda Tour Preview
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Hussemann and Simran Singh from Honda cover all the exciting aspects of the upcoming Honda Day 0 Open House! Students, get ready to explore capt...
Learning About SAE Standards
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by David Alexander, senior director of standards at SAE international, and Christian Thiele, ground vehicle standards director at SAE i...
Baja SAE Shop Talk: Tennessee Tech Preview 2022
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with the new Lead Organizer of Baja SAE Tennessee Tech, Will Brooksheer, about the event and what to expect when you arrive.
CDS Action News Update - May 2022
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Email us at [email protected]! GM Everybody In Award FSAE May Presentation Finalists FSAE EV RFID Tags Tennessee Design Schedule Te...
Arizona Early Preview
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The deadline to register for the Baja SAE Arizona 2022 competition is February 16! We're talking with Lead Organizer Tony Rivera and Dynamic Event Co...
Roundless Preview
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk with SAE Aero Design organizers about the event's upcoming conversion to a Roundless format. Get a look at what worked from 2021 and tips ...
Supplier Showcase and Fall Kick-Off Virtual Event Preview
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk with Sara Guffey and Nicole Hicks about the Supplier Showcase coming up on Thursday, October 28th and Fall Kick-Off Friday, October 29th Sign...
Advanced Class 2022 Preview
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lonnie Dong and David Moroniti from the Aero Design Rules Committee join us to discuss the new Advanced Class for the 2022 season!
Know Before You Go: Baja SAE Louisville
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with Baja SAE Louisville co-organizers Brad Arlinghaus and Alex Bays about everything you need to know for team to have a safe and successful ...
2021 Knowledge Event Round Table
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we welcome students from Michigan Technological University and SAE Clean Snowmobile judges to discuss the 2021 Knowledge Event and the se...
Know Before You Go: Baja SAE Arizona
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with Baja SAE Arizona co-organizers Tony Rivera and Josh Spivey about everything you need to know for team to have a safe and successful visit...
Student Round Table
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with students from Mexico and Egyptian teams in Baja, Aero Design, and AeroConnect to discuss tips for team development, proj...
What to Expect in the 2021 Season and Why to Register
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the changes for the 2021 season including what to expect from Knowledge and Validation events and how you can make the most out of conne...
Formula SAE Noise Testing Explained
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
From the 2020 CDS Virtual Event. Watch the video version at https://youtu.be/-4pUN5f4sJ0
2020 Regular Class
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We speak with David Moroniti from the SAE Aero Design Rules Committee to talk about the details of the new rules for the 2020 Regular Class. Special G...
SAE Baja 2020 Season Breakdown
12 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sara and Sam run down all of the details you need going into the 2020 Baja SAE Season. Special Guest: Sam Barill.
Introducing the SAE AeroConnect Challenge
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Paciorkowski joins us to talk about the new SAE AeroConnect Challenge including its mission to create new connected aircraft solutions to help ...
New Registration Process
08 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We go over the details of the NEW registration process for the 2020 season!
Baja SAE Rochester 2019 Preview
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by the organization crew for Baja SAE Rochester to discuss what to expect from the last Baja of the year including the events, the two l...
Baja SAE California 2019 Preview
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by Joe Batwinis, the Lead Organizer for Baja SAE California to discuss what to expect from this year’s event out west including the ev...
What We Learned from Tech at Baja SAE Tennessee
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Batwinis joins us to discuss the big misses from Tech Inspection in the first Baja SAE event in Tennessee to help you get through the line faster ...
2019 SAE Aero Design West Preview
30 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Reynolds, the California Aero Design Event Manager, joins us to give a preview of SAE Aero Design West including the what to expect from the venu...
What to Expect
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We join Ryan Good to get to know two teams participating in Formula SAE competitions this year. We touch base with Chris Dunn and faculty advisor Dr ...
2019 CDS Virtual Career Fair
18 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by Martha Tress, Recruitment Sales Manager at SAE, to talk about the Virtual Career Fair. What can we expect from this year, what can y...
What's New for the 2019 Season?
11 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kaley Zundel and Ryan Good kick off the first Podcast of the season to tell you what is new with the newly reorganized rules, changes to look forward ...
Formula SAE Lincoln 2018 Preview
14 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming 2018 Formula SAE Lincoln / Electric event with Kaley Zundel, Program Manager, and Martha Tress, CDS Sponsorsh...
2018 Baja SAE Oregon Preview
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we speak with Drew Stratton, organizer for Baja SAE Oregon, about Sales Finals, their signature event, and what to expect from their ...
2018 Baja SAE Kansas Preview
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we discuss the updates to Baja SAE Kansas with Baja SAE Kansas Organizer Trent Lindbloom, including changes to dynamic events, the li...
Formula SAE Michigan 2018 Preview
18 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Kaley Zundel and Martha Tress about what to look forward to for 2018 Formula SAE Michigan. We discuss returning and new s...
Introducing the Baja SAE App
18 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk to the developers of the first ever Baja SAE App about their favorite features, the philosophy of the app, and what the futur...
2018 Baja SAE Maryland Preview
13 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Baja SAE Maryland event with Steven Storck. We touched on what makes this site unique, the brand new Sponsor...
2018 SAE Aero Design West Preview
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we spoke to Ryan Reynolds, organizer of the 2018 SAE Aero Design West competition in Van Nuys, CA, about lessons learned from SAE Aer...
Maximizing Your SAE Membership
14 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we met up with Amanda and Donna from the SAE Membership team to discuss what benefits student members are entitled to, what to expect...
2018 SAE Aero Design East Preview
13 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk with Mike Beriswill, the SAE Aero Design East Organizer, about the upcoming competition in Lakeland, FL. We discussed the un...
A Look Back at the Collegiate Design Series
31 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we say goodbye to Bob Sechler, longtime manager of the Collegiate Design Series, as he retires in 2018. Bob shares his favorite and ...
A Look Back at the Collegiate Design Series
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we say goodbye to Bob Sechler, longtime manager of the Collegiate Design Series, as he retires in 2018. Bob shares his favorite and ...
2018 Virtual Career Fair
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Amanda and Martha expand on the previously announced CDS Virtual Career Fair, to be held on January 25, 2018. They discuss what a vi...
Maximizing Your SAE Membership
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we met up with Amanda and Donna from the SAE Membership team to discuss what benefits student members are entitled to, what to expect...
New Cost Module for 2018
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we meet with Matt, Alex, and Mike to discuss the brand new Cost Module for the 2018 competition season. We explore why we are moving...
2018 CDS Virtual Career Fair
06 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Amanda and Martha expand on the previously announced CDS Virtual Career Fair, to be held on January 25, 2018. They discuss what a vi...
2017 Registration Day Preview
16 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda and Sara take a look at the changes to Formula SAE Registration Day including Pre-Registration, Attending Status, and Duplicate Team Names.
Formula SAE Michigan Dynamics & Data
21 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we speak to the lead Dynamics team at Formula SAE Michigan about how they use data to make decisions about the Dynamic events and sch...
Managing the Technical Inspection Process 2017
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we spoke to National Tech Inspectors Joe, Darrell, and Brett about how to make the Technical Inspection go smoothly.
New Cost Module
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we spoke to the team responsible for the new online Cost Module to be used by 2017 Formula SAE teams. We touched on the history of ...
Cost Report Explained
10 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We spoke to Matt Moody, Cost Report Captain, about the theory behind the Cost Report, what happens in an audit, the future of the Cost Event and more.
Frame Check Submission
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Our first episode of 2017 focused on the first required submission – the Frame Pre-Check. We are joined by Marc and Jeremy from the National Tech ...
Learn Twice with Ken Francis from SAE International
01 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk to Ken Francis about the Learn Twice Initiative. By volunteering just a few hours per week in a local elementary or middle ...
2017 Baja SAE Rules Review
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the CDS Staff chat with Mike Zimmerman (Briggs & Stratton), Bo Neilan (National Tech Inspector), and Chris Reedy (National Tech Inspe...
2017 Baja SAE Registration Tips
22 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the CDS Staff discusses the biggest mistakes teams make during online registration, some pro tips, and resources to have a smooth reg...
Baja SAE Rochester Recap
14 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we take a look back at Baja SAE Rochester, including an interview with the mind behind one of the more interesting obstacles from the event...
Baja SAE Rochester Preview
07 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Marty Gordon, organizer of Baja SAE Rochester! We talk two locations, food drives, the spirit of Baja, and the Mike Schm...
Baja SAE California Recap
06 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Baja SAE California is in the books as we return to California the first time since the 80’s. We discuss going out West, the latest tips for getti...
Preparing for Baja SAE California with Joe Batwinis
16 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we talk with Baja SAE California organizer Joe Batwinis about preparing your team for the event, some environmental tips, where to eat, ...
Baja SAE Tennessee Tech Recap
09 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Summary The first Baja SAE event of 2016 is in the books! We talk with organizer Dale Wilson about the history and event, members of the tech team f...
Mike Zimmerman of Briggs & Straton on the 2017 Engine
29 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, we catch up with Mike Zimmerman of Briggs & Straton at Tennessee Tech University to discuss the new engine being shown off ...
Top Tips For Competition
12 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, we are joined by Sara Guffey, University Programs Coordinator, with the top tips to make your competition experience the bes...
Preparing for Baja SAE Tennessee Tech with Sam Barill
11 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Summary On the first edition of the Baja SAE Podcast, we talk with Sam Barill, Program Manager for Baja SAE, as we discuss what to look out for at the...