Today’s episode is extra sweet! Tiberius talks with Haley Martin, a cat the Hard Rock Hotel and the owner of Azucar Desserts. Haley shares how she went from baking with her mom to creating wild dessert flavors like jalapeño strawberry cookies, ube pretzel chocolate chip, bourbon cakes, and even giant 40-layer cakes!
She explains how much science goes into baking, how she creates new desserts, what it’s like to run a business and work in a real hotel kitchen, and why failing (and making ugly cakes) is part of becoming great. Haley also talks about Dessert Wars, her creative process, and how kids can start baking right in their own kitchen.
 What We Talk About
•    How Haley became a pastry chef
•    Creating her business Azucar Desserts
•    Weird flavor combos that actually work
•    How to build tall cakes (and not crash them in the car!)
•    What pastry chefs really do in hotel kitchens
•    Balancing business + full-time job
•    How kids can start baking at home
•    Why food brings people together
•    How math, science, and creativity all work together in baking

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What does it take to save lives every day? Today, Tiberius talks with Tim Taylor, a retired lab professional turned Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), about what life is really like behind the sirens. From helping patients in crisis to building wheelchair ramps for those in need, Tim’s story shows what it means to serve others with heart, skill, and humility.
What You’ll Learn:
•    What EMT really means — and how it’s different from a paramedic
•    How ambulance teams handle real emergencies
•    Why patience and humility matter more than speed
•    The physical and emotional side of emergency work
•    How Tim’s science background helps him save lives
•    Why helping others is the most rewarding job of all

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Today’s guest is Jeff Klein — a speaker, author, coach, trainer, and founder of SpeakerCoop.com! Jeff has spoken over 1,000 times, helped thousands of speakers grow, and even worked in the movie industry. In this fun and inspiring episode, Jeff teaches Tiberius how to speak with confidence, how to make a great elevator pitch, and why breathing is the #1 secret every speaker should know.
Jeff also shares stories about storm chasers, funny speaking moments, building a huge speaker network, and how kids can become strong speakers at any age. Stick around for Math Corners (guest booking math!) and Heart of a Lion (all about nobility and choosing your words with purpose).
 What We Talk About
•    How Jeff became a speaker after working in film
•    What an elevator pitch really is
•    How Speaker Co-op grew to 20,000+ people
•    Tips for kids who want to speak on stage
•    Why breathing makes your speech better
•    Dealing with tough audience reactions
•    The coolest speakers Jeff has ever worked with
•    Confidence, passion & finding your voice

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Screenwriter, producer, and musician Michael Box (Echo Eterna) joins Tiberius to talk indie filmmaking—from writing dystopian, neo-noir, and horror stories to producing on a budget and building creative teams. Michael shares the origin of his new project “Speak Easy” (a music-driven dystopia where self-expression is illegal), how ADHD fuels his creativity, and why leadership and collaboration matter as much as camera gear. Stick around for Math Corners (film budgeting math!) and Heart of a Lion (leadership in action).
Discussion Points
•    What a screenwriter vs. producer actually does on a film
•    Why Michael loves dystopian, crime, and horror stories
•    The concept behind “Speak Easy” and writing music for the film’s band
•    Making movies in Ohio and the realities of indie funding
•    Crafting story: starting with concept → characters → worldbuilding
•    On-set collaboration, rewrites, and checking ego at the door
•    ADHD as a creative superpower (focus, hyper-fixation, and systems)
•    Practical math on set: budgets, gear, and light/aperture ratios
•    Leadership for filmmakers: communication, conflict resolution, and integrity

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Ever wonder what it’s like to mix magic, mystery, and the mind? In this fun and fascinating episode, Tiberius sits down with Daniel Rumanos, a real-life stage magician, sci-fi author, and talent agent who proves that imagination and reality aren’t so far apart. From performing mind-bending tricks to writing intergalactic detective stories, Daniel shares how creativity connects everything he does — and why being yourself is the best kind of magic.
Guest: Daniel Rumanos
 Host: Tiberius Boy
In this episode, Daniel talks about:
•    Why he loves science fiction (and mixing it with detective stories)
•    Life as a stage magician and why mind-reading tricks wow crowds
•    Moving from Baltimore to Atlantic City for show business
•    What a talent agent does and how he helps new actors and models
•    Paranormal investigations (EMF readers, ghosts, and healthy skepticism)
•    Advice for kids: be yourself and do what makes you happy
#TheTiberiusShow #Magician #SciFi #TalentAgent #Paranormal #KidsPodcast #FamilyShow #MathCorners #Character #Nobility #Courage

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Ever wonder how game characters move? Today, Tiberius talks with Jasmeldy Diaz, a 3D rigger and animator who brings digital characters to life. She explains what rigging is (making the “skeleton” inside a 3D model), the tools she uses, and how patience and practice make all the difference. We also chat about video games, books, and how to get started in 3D.
What you’ll learn:
•    What 3D rigging is and why it matters
•    Maya vs. Blender (plus free tools to start)
•    How reading and games inspire character ideas
•    Tips for teens: patience, practice, and learning software
•    Career goals (video games!) and building a portfolio

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This week, Tiberius Boy sits down with Damien — supervisor in a hospital authorization department, former restaurant worker, food truck guy, physical therapy assistant, and current podcaster. (Yes… all of that. We checked. He’s real.)
We talk about:
    What “authorizations” even means in a hospital (spoiler: without it, you can’t get care).
    Why health insurance makes everything harder than it needs to be.
    Why he calls the healthcare system “a necessary evil.”
    How it feels telling someone, “You can’t get the treatment you need,” even when it’s life or death.
    What skills you need if you want to work in medical approvals (hint: empathy, Microsoft Excel, and being able to talk to people without freaking out).
    Why he thinks health care should not depend on how rich you are or where you work.
#TheTiberiusShow #Healthcare #PodcastLife #AuthorizationDept #MathCorners #HeartOfALion #KidsInMedia #StayInSchool #RemainRoamReturn

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In this episode, Tiberius talks with entrepreneur, media coach, speaker, and podcast host Deborah Drummond.
Deb tells the story of starting 7 companies, launching a women’s media channel, going on a world book tour, and helping people share their voice on stage and on podcasts. She explains how she went from music to health and wellness, why she believes in “showing up,” and what it really takes to build something big.
They talk about:
•    What “holistic wellness” really means
•    Why most podcasts fail after 7 episodes
•    How kids can start a business the right way
•    How to avoid burnout when you’re working nonstop
•    Why respect and follow-through still matter
•    What she teaches her own kids about business
•    Whether AI is good or dangerous for creators

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 Tiberius Boy sits down with Deirdre Irwin to unpack where our tap water really comes from (the Floridan Aquifer), how springs like Wekiwa connect to it, and why over-pumping + over-watering lawns puts our waterways at risk.
In this episode:
•    What “water conservation” actually means (it’s really just not wasting!)
•    The Floridan Aquifer explained — limestone, recharge, and why it’s “constrained”
•    How much a yard watering cycle really uses (≈ 1,000 gallons!) and smart ways to cut it
•    Florida Water Star® homes: design choices that save 40–50% more water
•    Easy kid wins: turn off the tap while brushing, fix leaky toilet flappers, and spot your toilet’s gallons-per-flush
•    Why rain sensors (required in FL) matter and how HOAs can stop wasting thousands of gallons

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This week, Tiberius Boy sits down with the amazing Ryan Estrada — artist, writer, world traveler, and accidental lion-dodger — to talk about creativity, courage, and the adventures that come with following your passion.
 In this episode:
•    What it’s really like to work on Garfield and Star Trek
•    How a six-year-old landed his first professional comic gig
•    The wild stories behind Banned Book Club — a book so powerful it became banned itself!
•    Life lessons from sleeping through typhoons, skinny-dipping with piranhas, and almost being eaten by lions 
•    Why mistakes and “not-my-jam” moments can become your greatest teachers
•    The truth about AI in the creative world — is it helping or hurting artists?

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Today’s guest is literally out of this world. 🚀
 Astronomer John Hill (Astronomer Emeritus, University of Arizona) helped build the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT)—two 8.4-meter mirrors on a 600-ton mount—and co-founded the Mirror Lab that makes those massive, lightweight honeycomb mirrors.
We talk about:
•    What astronomers actually do now (hint: no eyepiece—screens & spectra!)
•    How the LBT works and why “binocular” = two giant mirrors working together
•    Why mountaintops beat backyards (and when space telescopes are worth the $$$)
•    Adaptive optics and that jaw-dropping visible-light image of Io’s volcanoes
•    The Mirror Lab’s biggest uh-oh: a 2-ton glass leak—and the $400k recovery
•    Careers: the math/physics/CS you need, plus real talk on schedules & all-nighters
•    AI in astronomy: helpful tool, not a replacement
•    Math Corner: resolving power—how far apart do the mirrors need to be?
•    Heart of a Lion: choosing nobility and honoring first responders

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How reliable is Wikipedia, really? Today Tiberius sits down with Lane Rasberry, a professional Wikimedian-in-Residence at the University of Virginia, to unpack how articles are written, fact-checked, and kept up to date across 300+ languages. Lane shares why he started (yep, as a mischievous student!), how conflicts between editors get resolved, and what makes Wikipedia different from old-school paper encyclopedias. We dig into AI’s role, online civility, libraries vs. the internet, and even do a fun Math Corners segment modeling traffic spikes when a pop star drops a surprise album.

What you’ll learn
•    How Wikipedia’s community fact-checking really works
•    Why sources matter more than “experts” on-wiki
•    Differences between Wikipedia and printed encyclopedias
•    Handling editor disputes with empathy and process
•    Where AI helps (and where it worries Lane)
•    Why teens absolutely can start editing—safely and smartly
•    Math Corners: modeling a 7-day pageview surge after a surprise album drop



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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, theater director, producer, and founder of the Reveller’s Hour Theatre Company, Halie Smith, shares how she turned a childhood love of musicals into a career bringing stories to life on stage. She explains why she chose the nonprofit route, the real challenges of funding and sponsorships, and what makes theater such a rewarding (and sometimes unpredictable) path. From cabarets and Shakespeare to original works, Hailey gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the art, business, and heart of running a theater company.
What you’ll hear:
    Origin story: from her grandmother showing The Sound of Music to launching her own theater company in 2023
    Nonprofit path: why many theater companies go nonprofit and how education plays a central role
    Resourceful producing: deciding shows based on budget, rights, and available cast/designers
    Performing vs. backstage: how she transitioned from acting to sound, lighting, and leadership
    Business challenges: fundraising, sponsorships, and turning passion into sustainable work
    Live theater lessons: when fire alarms interrupt Macbeth and why imperfection is part of the magic
    Adapting to COVID: shifting into online/Zoom theater and podcasting to stay connected
    Kid-friendly shows: current performances, cabarets, and her future plans for youth programming


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This episode of The Tiberius Show spotlights a true maker-at-heart: puppeteer, comic artist, writer, and storyteller Kevin L. Williams, creator of Muley the Mule. We go from first sketches inspired by Peanuts to building live-hand puppets, auditioning for the Jim Henson Company and Disney, and surviving on-stage hiccups with quick thinking and teamwork. Muley drops by to share the show’s core message—peace, joy, kindness, and a whole lot of fun—and we dig into how kids can start puppeteering, practice performance skills, and plan stories like a pro.
What you’ll learn
•    How comics led Kevin to puppetry and the birth of Muley the Mule
•    Live stage vs. TV puppetry: staging, retakes, and why coordination matters
•    Inside complex characters like Yoda: multi-performer “puppet dance” explained
•    Audition lessons from Henson/Disney and handling live show “uh-oh” moments
•    Kid-friendly starter tips: voice, focus, eye line, mouth sync, and stamina drills
•    Creative process: beating writer’s block, collaborating with friends, and timing a script
•    Tools of the trade: from Bristol board and inks to arm-rods and live-hand builds
•    Thoughtful take on AI vs. human-made art and why heart still matters
Interactive prompts
•    If you’re starting puppetry: what character would you bring to life first—and why?
•    What’s tougher: keeping eye focus on camera, or lip-syncing to syllables?
•    For young artists: do you storyboard before you write, or write first and board later?

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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, filmmaker and studio owner Josh Mason breaks down how he turns video games and pop culture into fan films, why he skipped film school, and how he actually makes a living doing this stuff. We dig into resourceful producing, rain-soaked shoots that turned out better than planned, and the business side that keeps the cameras rolling. What you’ll hear
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Origin story: from a high school To Kill a Mockingbird project to a full-time career
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Fan films 101: legal lines, what “don’t monetize” really means, and why some projects explode without huge budgets
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Resource-driven creativity: picking Tomb Raider because the right actor and cosplay were available
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Producing on a shoestring: Zelda vs. Mario budgets, where money helps and where ideas win
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When things go wrong: filming in the rain, protecting gear, adapting fast
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Business model: spinning fan-film attention into real client work and a digital marketing agency
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Self-taught path: gear, editing, leadership on set, and what film school might not teach
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New project reveal: “Cinematic Adventure,” a love letter to movies set in a theater where films come to life

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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, we explore the world of insurance with the energetic and witty Tracy Milner, Insurance Broker, Business Owner, and former restaurant professional.
From dishwashing at age 12 to running his own insurance company, Tracy brings a mix of humor, honesty, and real-world lessons as he shares:
• What makes a broker different from an agent—and why that matters
• Why insurance is more exciting (and necessary) than most people think
• The wildest thing someone asked him to insure (hint: $100,000 of bourbon!)
• How running restaurants taught him the value of promises and relationships
• Why integrity and reputation are everything in business and life
• The truth about what really drives the “boring but sexy” world of insurance
Whether you’re a teen dreaming about driving, a parent navigating policies, or someone curious about building a stable, meaningful career, this conversation with Tracy will keep you laughing—and learning.
#InsuranceBroker #InsuranceExplained #CreativeCareers #SmallBusinessOwner #TiberiusShow #InsuranceLife #CareerAdvice #TracyMilner #YouthPodcast #PodcastInterview #IntegrityInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #InsuranceTips #CommunityBusiness #BehindTheScenesInsurance


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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, Tiberius Boy sits down with the amazing Martheus Wade—graphic novel artist, teacher, and creator of the Jetta series and Shinobi Ninja Princess.
Discover how Martheus’ passion for drawing began before he could even speak, how he turned his love of comics and martial arts into a career, and the challenges (and rewards!) of creating original stories in a world of superheroes, anime, and manga. He opens up about deadlines, distribution struggles, and even the funny (and sometimes awkward) moments of working with big franchises like Marvel and Star Wars.
But Martheus’ creativity doesn’t stop at comics—he also teaches young artists, produces tutorials, and is launching an exciting motion comic project with voice actors and animation.
Throughout the conversation, Martheus reveals:
    How martial arts and anime shaped the Jetta universe.
    The hardest parts of being a graphic novel artist (and how he stays motivated).
    Why empathy is the most important skill for teens to learn.
    His funniest childhood ninja star story—and what it taught him.
This episode is packed with creativity, inspiration for kids who dream of making comics, and plenty of laughs (including one unforgettable fan convention moment).
Watch now and hear how imagination, discipline, and storytelling can build worlds and careers!

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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, Tiberius Boy sits down with the amazing Sara A. Freites—cosplayer, model, author, and all-around creative powerhouse.
Discover how Sara’s love for cosplay began with a simple Google search, how she transformed her passion into a business, and the challenges (and joys!) of bringing characters like Lara Croft to life. She opens up about costume fails, crafting props, and even the hilarious reactions from people who mistake cosplayers for trick-or-treaters outside of conventions.
But Sara’s creativity doesn’t stop at cosplay—she’s also the author of a thrilling vampire book series, Rise of Midnight and Strike of Midnight. She shares what inspired her writing, her journey to publication, and what it’s like to cosplay as her own characters!
Throughout the conversation, Sara reveals:
•    How cosplay led her into community service at children’s hospitals and parties.
•    The biggest lessons she learned about resilience and believing in herself.
•    Her plans for future books and updated costumes.
•    Why nobility and generosity are key values in her work and life.
This episode is packed with fun stories, inspiration for kids who dream of cosplaying or writing, and plenty of laughs (including one unforgettable catwalk mishap).
👉 Watch now and hear how passion, creativity, and courage can shape a career!

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In this episode, we welcome Dylan Scott – cosplayer, machine mechanic, and actor – for a conversation that jumps from creative passion to career lessons and personal growth. Dylan shares how his acting journey began in high school with a YouTube skit called Nerd Rage, what it’s like balancing cosplay with his career in mechanics, and the one skill he believes every teen should learn before adulthood. We explore his thoughts on AI’s role in the trades, the importance of applying yourself beyond your comfort zone, and why saying “I’m sorry” is more powerful than most people realize. From video games and favorite books to unexpected stories from his past, Dylan opens up about the moments that shaped him. He also offers advice for young people curious about machining, the benefits of going to the gym, and how hobbies like cosplay can create community. In this episode you’ll hear about:

• How a high school YouTube channel sparked an acting passion
• The surprising “most important skill” for teens
• Getting into the machining field and learning from mentors
• AI’s (limited) role in hands-on industries
• Stepping outside your comfort zone to find your career path
• The value of fitness for health, confidence, and making friends
• Dylan’s favorite games, books, and behind-the-scenes stories

Whether you’re interested in creative arts, skilled trades, or just hearing an honest and lighthearted conversation, this episode has something for you. Follow Dylan:
Instagram: @psychotic_cosplays

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In this episode of The Tiberius Show, we dive into the behind-the-scenes world of arts administration with the incredible Vicki Landon, Arts & Cultural Affairs Administrator for Orange County, Florida.
From the wild and uncensored spirit of the Orlando Fringe Festival to the detailed spreadsheets and public funding that support the arts, Vicki shares:
•    What makes the Fringe Festival unlike anything else in the country
•    Why arts administration is the best-kept secret career in the creative world
•    Her unexpected journey from drama club to managing $15 million in arts funding
•    How government, fundraising, and community creativity all come together
•    And yes... the little white lies parents tell their kids!
Whether you're an aspiring artist, a student dreaming of a creative job, or just curious how the arts actually get done, this conversation will surprise and inspire you.

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