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Astronomer – John Hill

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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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Wikimedian – Lane Rasberry

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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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Puppeteer – Kevin Williams

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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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Filmmaker – Josh Mason

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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
· Origin story: from a high school To Kill a Mockingbird project to a full-time career
· Fan films 101: legal lines, what “don’t monetize” really means, and why some projects explode without huge budgets
· Resource-driven creativity: picking Tomb Raider because the right actor and cosplay were available
· Producing on a shoestring: Zelda vs. Mario budgets, where money helps and where ideas win
· When things go wrong: filming in the rain, protecting gear, adapting fast
· Business model: spinning fan-film attention into real client work and a digital marketing agency
· Self-taught path: gear, editing, leadership on set, and what film school might not teach
· New project reveal: “Cinematic Adventure,” a love letter to movies set in a theater where films come to life
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Rock Legend – Mike Matney

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What does it take to get to Rock Legend status? Who are some of the most renowned names you have worked with? Why did you decide on Rock verses other types of music? What type of schooling do you need to become a Rock Legend? Did you experience any issues with being a Christian in your industry? All these questions and so much more will be answered by the Rock Legend himself Mike Matney!! You can visit https://www.facebook.com/mike.matney.39/ to see his facebook page.
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Real Estate Broker and Investor – Greg Bond

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What exactly is a real estate broker and investor? Do you get to decide what happens to the houses? What is the difference between a broker and an investor? How do you decide which properties to invest in? Is it more fun to flip houses or renting them? Have you ever regretted investing in a particular property? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Real Estate Broker and investor Greg Bond. You can visit https://www.tpmguys.com/ to learn more about Greg and his projects.

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Freelance Journalist – Ted Johnson

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You are listed as a freelance journalist. I know a journalist writes the news stories, so does freelance mean you don’t get paid? What exactly is a newspaper? Is it like a webpage? How is this different than being a reporter on TV? What do you write about? If working with freelance harder or easier than working for a regular publication? Do you look at the news differently since you know exactly how it is made? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Freelance Journalist Ted Johnson!!

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Development Director – Brian and Jimi

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What exactly is a development Director? What got you interested in working in the world of Charities? What is the largest difference between the charities that you have worked with? How does teaching kids to play golf make the world a better place? What are the most common pitfalls that Charities make when trying to raise money for their organization. What is the best part of teaching kids how to play golf? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Development Director of Frist Tee Brian NeSmith and his co-worker Jimi. You can visit https://firstteecfl.org/ to learn more about First Tee Central Florida.

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Be Smarter Faster – Matt DiMaio

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How can someone be smarter faster? Are you like some sort of super teacher? Did you wake up and just decide you could do this, or did you set out the learn to do this? How is this different from normal teaching? Now it says in your bio that you are a three-time author, can you tell me about your books? How did you take your books and classes and turn them into a successful YouTube channel? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Matt DiMaio, who can show you how to be Smarter Faster. You can visit http://www.BeSmarterFaster.com you learn more about his program.

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The guy who knows a guy Michael Whitehouse

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What does it mean to be the guy who knows a guy? What is the best part about getting to know people and network with them? I understand you get to know alot of guys, but do you also get to know girls? Who is the coolest person that you have met so far? Is learning to meet people something that kids should get into, I mean is it safe etc? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Michael Whitehouse: The guy who knows a guy. You can visit https://www.guywhoknowsaguy.com/ to learn more about his work and his podcast.