Make48 ‘Women in STEM’ Episodes Premiere on Roku!
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Kansas City, MO (January 20, 2026) – The Make48 ‘Women in STEM’ episodes are planned for a spectacular release on February 4, 2026!
In this special series, you will watch seven all-female teams from across the country tackle the signature 48-hour challenge. These episodes showcase a passion for innovation while noting the importance of gender equity in STEM and closing the gap. The competition provided an exceptional platform for these young women to step into the shoes of engineers, collaborate under pressure, and demonstrate their Agilities© and expertise.
Women in STEM-Make48 competition premieres on
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 8:00 pm/CST.
An incredible group of talent traveled to Kansas City to compete. Teams featured female students from schools and organizations across the Midwest and beyond, including; Center School District (Kansas City, MO), Columbia, MO Public Schools (Columbia, MO), Milwaukee School of Engineering (Milwaukee, WI), The Kansas State School for the Blind (Kansas City, KS), Cedar Trails Exploration Center (DeSoto, KS), WeCode KC (Kansas City, MO) and Alief Middle School (Houston, TX).
When & Where to Watch
The new episodes will premiere on Roku's This Old House Makers Channel on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Time: Two back-to-back episodes beginning at 9 PM EST/(8 PM CST)
On Demand: Viewers can also stream the episodes on demand starting the next day.
How to Tune in:
Roku Channel: Add the free Roku Channel, search for "Make48", and start streaming.
Live Broadcast: Tune in to Channel 458 on Roku.
Samsung TV Plus: Find the This Old House Makers Channel on Channel #1214.
Watch Online: Stream anytime on the Roku Channel app or via the web at [Roku Channel Link Here].
The Challenge: “The Great Escape”
Filmed at the beautiful Kansas City Art Institute, this season’s challenge tasked teams with designing a physical product for a modern "She Shed." Their goal was to create a personalized sanctuary that could serve various purposes, such as a creative studio or small business hub.
This event was made possible by the overwhelming support from numerous companies and organizations who believe in the future of Women in STEM, as well as our tool techs and mentors who worked tirelessly alongside the teams. Their expertise and guidance were instrumental in helping these students navigate the design and fabrication process, ensuring their innovative "She Shed" concepts became a reality.
Relive the excitement and see event highlights at Make48’s YouTube page: https://youtu.be/SOtud0LBmi4?si=jZwLoMf_3F6Sev1N
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About Make48
Make48 is a nationwide invention competition docuseries that gives teams a challenge at the start of a three-day event. With just 48 hours, teams must create a prototype, promotional video, and sales sheet, and present their idea to a panel of judges. The teams have access to a makerspace and numerous Tool Techs who can make almost anything, patent attorneys, marketing experts, and more. This format allows everyone to have a level playing field and the chance to win, with no prior technical knowledge necessary.
Make48 Media Contact:
Cassandra Muñoz
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