The Tiberius Show

In this episode, Tiberius talks with Stefan Davis, Director of Development at the WASH Foundation, about how access to clean water affects health, education, and daily life for millions of people. From building wells in Africa to teaching handwashing in schools, this conversation shows how something as simple as water can change everything.Stefan shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Army to working in global nonprofits, explains how clean water projects really work, and talks about why helping others is one of the most rewarding careers you can have.Discussion Topics•    What WASH means (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene)•    Why clean water is a human right•    How water affects school, health, and safety•    Building wells and water systems in other countries•    Why girls often stop going to school without water access•    How nonprofits decide where to help•    Serving others through leadership and integrity•    How kids can help solve big world problems•    Using math in real-world humanitarian projects•

Welcome back to The Tiberius Show! Today we talk with Justin Felde, a behavioral health care planner who works at a state psychiatric facility. Justin helps people at some of the toughest moments of their lives. He works with doctors, nurses, therapists, and families to help patients get the support and treatment they need to return to their everyday life.In this episode, Justin explains what a psychiatric hospital really is, why mental health is so important, how treatment plans work, and what it’s like interviewing and supporting people with severe mental illness. He shares stories from his career, talks about safety, communication, family relationships, and the real challenges many people face with housing, money, and support.  Discussion Points• What a care planner does • What a psychiatric facility is (and what it is NOT) • How Justin interviews patients and gathers important information • Shocking moments and surprising things he has learned • How treatment plans are created • Why some patients refuse h

Welcome back to The Tiberia Show with your host, Tiberius Boy! In this episode, Tiberius sits down with inventor and entrepreneur Steve Weiss, co-founder of Porta Bidets — a portable travel bidet designed for people who never want to go back to toilet paper alone.Steve shares how the idea started from travel problems, how inventing often means failing many times before success, and why creativity is something kids already have — they just shouldn’t lose it as they grow up. From funny stories about bidet “addicts” to real lessons about business, invention, and integrity, this episode is packed with laughs and learning.The show also includes Math Corners, where we break down real-world product costs and profit, and Heart of a Lion, where Tiberius explains why integrity means doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Episode Highlights•    What a bidet is and why people love them•    How the portable bidet was invented•    Why failure is part of success•    Using creativity without fear•    How product

Welcome back to The Tiberius Show, where we explore cool jobs and amazing stories from people changing the world! Today’s guest is Peter Kuria — a farmer, technologist, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Solai Coffee, a vertically-integrated, farmer-owned coffee company from Kenya. Peter shares how he grew up on a coffee farm, how he became a computer scientist, and how he now uses technology, leadership, community impact, and farmer empowerment to build a global brand. What We Talk About• What a farmer-owned coffee company does • How Peter grew up around coffee plants • How computer science and coffee connect • What “ethical,” “sustainable,” and “traceable” really mean • Why Kenyan coffee is famous worldwide • How long it takes coffee to go from plant to cup • Running a business in two countries • What success looks like for farmers & families • Why math and communication matter in entrepreneurship • How coffee connects people and communities • How AI can help farmers • Leadership lessons, mistakes, and big li

Welcome  to The Tiberius Show! Today’s guest is professional multimedia artist, educator, and content creator Michael “Philly Art Dad” Weaver. Michael uses paint, embroidery, creativity, humor, and a whole lot of passion to teach people about art and the business behind it. In this episode, he shares his journey from elementary school art class to becoming a full-time artist, how he mixes acrylic paint with thread, what inspires his style, and why he loves helping new artists online. Discussion Points• What a multimedia artist actually does • How Michael blends acrylic paint with embroidery • His childhood teacher who inspired his entire career • Why he started “Philly Art Dad” • The balance between making art and running a business • The biggest challenges of being a full-time creative • How being a parent changes an artist’s work • The importance of basics like sketching, anatomy & practice • Why art should be “weird,” fun, and expressive • How artists use math in real life • Why he believes AI should s

In this episode of The Tiberius Show, Tiberius Boy sits down with award-winning marketing professional Laura Barbante to explore the fun and surprising world of marketing! Laura works for the Victorian Government in Australia and has also worked with Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars. She shares how ads are made, what it’s like to work with huge creative teams, and how marketing can change the way people see the world.From giant CGI campaigns to real stories from Disney, Laura explains how creativity, teamwork, and strategy come together to create ads that millions of people see. She also talks about what kids should know if they want to work in marketing someday — and why the job is way more fun than most people think!This is a packed episode full of inspiration, storytelling, math, and real-life lessons about leadership, honesty, and creativity. Main Discussion Points• What a marketing professional actually does • How government campaigns help the community • Laura’s work with Disney, Pixar, Star Wars &a

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, s

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 allBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

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,

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

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 BoyIn 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 #MathCor

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 portfolioBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

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 #RemainRoamReturnBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-ti

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 creatorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

 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 gallonsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

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?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

Today’s guest is literally out of this world.

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 dropBecome a

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, sponsorsh

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, collaborat