The Professional Noticer

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy delves into a thought-provoking discussion on "happiness" as a result of "gratefulness," offering a fresh perspective that will reshape your daily outlook.   Plus, enjoy a special Thanksgiving story from his out-of-print book, Return to Sawyerton Springs . In "A Thanksgiving State of Mind," Pastor Wade Ward and his family navigate a Thanksg...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy is reading a Thanksgiving story for you from his widely loved and out of print book  Return to Sawyerton Springs . Tune in to hear a heartwarming and quirky tale set in the small town of Sawyerton Springs. This delightful story revolves around the eccentric Mr. Michael Ted Williams, a beloved local character known for his immense collection...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts Eva Shockey – author, lifestyle blogger, and super woman for all things outdoors!   Tune in to hear Eva discuss bow hunting, the benefits of field-to-table meats, why archery is a great sport to teach kids how to focus, how she got into hunting, why hunting is something to be proud of, and more!   Order Eva's book "Taking Aim: Daring...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts a special Wisdom Harbour edition of the show!   Tune in for a sneak peek at some of the latest pieces of content on WisdomHarbour.com featuring Grammy winners, CEO's, comedians, chefs, bestselling authors, and hall of fame speakers. Plus, for this week only, you can access 10 pieces of content in their ENTIRETY at WisdomHarbour.com/fa...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Chris Ullman – author, speaker, and award winning whistler!  Tune in to hear Chris share what and who influenced him to write his newest book, Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant, the strategy he developed to help him become the best at whatever he pursues – as well as the list of things he learned NOT to do. Listen as he shares...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Bradley Bertoniere – personal development coach and author of One Single Pushup: Lift Up Your Mind, Body, and Soul.  Tune in to hear Bradley share his story and what (and who!) inspired him to change course. Listen as he shares his thought process the morning he had his "lightbulb moment," and the one simple choice he made on 11/21/18...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts former Special Forces Green Beret, celebrity bodyguard, and author – Daniel Fielding.  Tune in to hear Daniel share what led him to write about The Asset Mindset philosophy and what it means to choose that kind of thinking. Listen as he and Andy discuss his Special Forces career, the path that led him that direction, and some real-life...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts the man he says is the best comedian working today…Jeff Allen! Tune in to hear Jeff share why he became so angry with life and why he decided to write a book about it! Listen as he and Andy discuss the early years when Jeff and his wife Tami were very different people, how shocked Andy was to read what life was really like behind close...

On this episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts David Rives – Author, Speaker, Researcher, TV Host, and Founder of The Wonders Center & Science Museum in Dickson, Tennessee. Tune in to hear David share his incredible story – how and when his interest in fossils was piqued, how it developed, and what led to the eventual opening of The Wonders Center & Science Museum. Listen as he reveals th...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Adam Lazarus – author of "The Wingmen: The Unlikely, Unusual, Unbreakable Friendship Between John Glenn and Ted Williams." Tune in to hear Adam share how he learned about the very unlikely relationship between baseball legend Ted Williams and Astronaut John Glenn, and why he felt compelled to write about it. Learn some things you proba...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts country music singer/songwriter and social media sensation – Buddy Brown. Tune in to hear Buddy share how and why he became so successful in country music without a record contract. Listen as he and Andy discuss the effectiveness of just sitting on the tailgate of a truck and boldly singing from the heart – instead of worrying about b...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Walt Merrell – District Attorney and author of Shepherding Outdoors: A Collection of Short Stories from a Southern Father . Tune in to hear Walt share what disconnect compelled him to begin writing his Shepherding Outdoors series, and how the experiences he's written about changed his relationship with his children. Listen as he and An...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts the man known as the Michael Jordan of outdoor sports: Jim Shockey – adventurer, wilderness outfitter, television producer, host, and author of Call Me Hunter . Tune in to hear Jim share some fascinating stories about his life and the idea behind his new thriller, Call Me Hunter . You'll learn how old he was when he wrote the first lin...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Briana Spence – the award-winning Graphic Designer/Illustrator who brought Pink Ernie and Blue Fred to life!  Tune in to hear Briana share the fun process through which she takes a project from start to finish and who/what inspired her design for Pink Ernie, Blue Fred, and the mean purple fox named Ray. Get a sneak peek at the book as...

On today's episode, Andy asks the questions we all have about AI from a man who has been working in the field longer than most of us knew AI was on the horizon.     Tune in to find out how Artificial Intelligence was conceived, what is happening now that you haven't heard, and what the future holds.   If you have questions or comments for THE PROFESSIONAL NOTICER, please contact us at: Email: TheP...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Austin Andrews – singer, songwriter, and Andy's oldest son.   Tune in to hear Austin and Andy discuss Austin's earliest musical beginnings…and why he went  for seven years without touching his guitar. Discover the odd connection Austin has with Willie Nelson—though they've never met—and hear where Austin believes his talent came from....

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Jonathan Brush – President and CEO of Unbound. Tune in to hear Andy and Jonathan continue the important conversation about college: should high school grads attend college, wait a year, or go a different direction entirely? Listen as Jonathan describes the current trend, and hear about the latest effort his organization – Unbound – is...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Gene McDonald – the Southern Gospel King of Bass! Tune in to hear Gene share his fascinating story! Learn what part he used to sing (hint: not bass), what kind of music he originally wanted to sing, and the wild story about how quickly he grew and developed the incredible bass range we now get to enjoy. Hear who he was driving for when...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Brad Thor – #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of twenty-two books. Tune in to hear Brad talk about his latest thriller – Dead Fall – releasing July 25. Hear him explain how on earth his protagonist Scott Harvath manages to land himself right in the middle of the war in Ukraine, what inspired the idea for this book at this time, and...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Julie Richard – founder and CEO of Fearless Mom.  Tune in to hear Julie and Andy cover A LOT of ground – what they're currently reading, how Polly and Andy got to know Julie and her husband Mac, what cooking show you should watch, and of course, parenting!  Learn three key things Julie says will put parents on the road to actually enjo...

This week, Andy hosts a special episode of The Professional Noticer about the wisdom and perspective of our greatest generation, and why it's our responsibility to ensure younger generations know and understand the truth about those who came before us. Tune in to explore why history serves as a guide, reminding us of both the virtues and mistakes of the past. As we celebrate this Independence Day,...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Sam Dantzler – President and founder of Garage Composites and Wheelhouse College. In this installment, Sam tells Andy the story of how he made a specific connection that focused his career.  It's a fascinating conversation that wheels from ski bum to circus performer to cruise ship entertainer to corporate trainer who now owns a specia...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Bradley Walker – Award winning country and gospel music soloist, member of the supergroup Brothers of the Heart and the Gaither Homecoming family.  Tune in to hear Bradley tell his story – when he started singing, what led to his first appearance on television (with the Oak Ridge Boys), and how his career gradually developed as a resul...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts U.S. Marine Sergeant Rocky Sickmann – one of 65 Americans held hostage during the Iranian Hostage Crisis in 1979.  Tune in to hear Rocky share the detailed, harrowing account of intense captivity by the Iranians for 444 days. Listen as he describes the events leading up to the crisis, learn what goes through a guy's mind while being bl...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Paula White and Jordan Danflous from the place Animal Planet calls The Little Zoo That Could! Tune in to hear Paula and Jordan tell stories about  what it's like to work at a zoo. Watch as they educate  Andy about an Emperor Scorpion and a Three banded Armadillo. Listen as they describe what it was like to evacuate the entire zoo–giraf...