Episode 95 brings Jeff Withers into the studio to break down the release of the generational anthem "Mobius Cassette." We discuss the "Neil deGrasse Tyson" physics concept behind the song, why musicians get into fist fights over power bills, and how Google's new AI is watching your videos closer than you think.

• Recorded On 12/18/25

In this episode of The MuseCast, the band reunites with vocalist Jeff Withers to celebrate the release of "Mobius Cassette"—a track that transcends time, featuring a father-son writing duo and a spoken-word monologue by a "Troubled Wizard."

The conversation takes a hard turn into the future as Ash reveals how he is using Google Gemini to analyze cinematic video quality for Trans Am Worldwide, sparking a debate on whether AI is a tool or a crutch. Plus, we take a trip down memory lane to the "Inside the Nine" days, recount a legendary practice space brawl, and Dick surprises Ash with a massive gift for his son.

[Key Topics & Timestamps]

• (00:00) Intro: The "Shark Helicopter" era & Jeff Withers returns

• (01:50) The Origin of "Mobius Cassette": A mother’s 1973 Martin Guitar

• (07:05) The Science: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Time Loops, and The Mobius Strip

• (10:00) The Spoken Word: Creating the "Troubled Wizard" monologue

• (18:20) The 7-Year Cycle: Reinventing yourself biologically and artistically

• (37:45) AI Wars: Google Gemini vs. ChatGPT for creatives

• (41:40) How AI is analyzing cinematic video quality (The Trans Am Worldwide experiment)

• (57:15) Car Talk: Diagnosing parasitic battery draws with AI

• (01:05:00) Storytime: The legendary practice space fist fight

• (01:13:00) The Gift: Dick gives Ash’s son a drum kit

[Connect with Us]

• Stream "Mobius Cassette" on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.

• Visit CueTheMuses.com.