Simone Giertz, a Swedish inventor, YouTuber, and TV host, is passionate about exploring the potential of robots in our everyday lives. Known as "The Queen of Shitty Robots," Simone creates comical and impractical inventions, which she showcases on her YouTube channel. Although her inventions may not serve practical purposes, Simone aims to demonstrate the possibilities of robots and automation.
Simone's journey as an inventor began in 2013 when she decided to drop out of her engineering physics studies and start creating "useless" inventions. She trained at the prestigious Hyper Island in Stockholm to further enhance her digital technology skills. Over the years, Simone has developed a range of inventions, including a toothbrush hat, an alarm clock with a rubber arm, a shampooing device, and a lipstick applicator. Her creativity and unique approach to inventing have garnered attention and admiration from viewers worldwide.
Simone has collaborated with Adam Savage on Tested.com and gained recognition for converting a Tesla Model 3 into a pickup truck. Her success has also led to speaking engagements at notable events such as TED 2018, where she delivers talks on the importance of creating useless things and shares her journey as the "Queen of Shitty Robots." Simone's humorous and personable speaking style has become a popular choice for corporate and public events. To inquire about hiring Simone Giertz as a speaker, you can contact PepTalk. Her areas of expertise include why making useless things is valuable, robot workshops, her journey as the Queen of Shitty Robots, and her experience battling a brain tumour.
Simone's passion for robots and her unconventional approach to inventing have made her a prominent figure in the industry, and her speaking engagements are highly sought after.
