The Professional Noticer

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy is doing the Observations & Answers solo!  Tune in to hear Andy discuss the origin of Memorial Day and why that beginning was a significant (and critical) moment in America's history. Listen as he reveals the secrets behind the holiday, who was against it at first, and why Memorial Day is a manifestation of Abraham Lincoln's vision for the U...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Bill McDonald – retired Director of Sports Medicine for Georgia Tech and the University of Alabama. Tune in to hear Bill share what led to him working as an Athletic Trainer with so many of the greats–from Bear Bryant to Nick Saban. What was it like? Listen as he compares and contrasts the different coaches he worked for, tells us what...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts #1 New York Times bestselling author and Navy Seal Sniper, Jack Carr.  Tune in to hear Jack talk about his latest novel, Only the Dead , and what led to his first NYT best selling book, The Terminal List , becoming a hit Amazon Prime series.  Listen as he and Andy discuss who influenced him to serve, what compelled him to become a wri...

In this inspiring episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy continues his conversation with Gloria Gaither – author, speaker, and ASCAP Songwriter of the Century (along with her husband, Bill). Tune in to hear Gloria share what book and melody inspired the idea for her song, "I Then Shall Live." Listen as Andy reads the powerful lyrics, and as Gloria explains the meaning and answers a very thought...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Kevin Miller – former pro cyclist, podcaster, author, and self-help guide. Tune in to hear Kevin talk about what compelled him to start his podcast, and what he shared that he believes is the key to its incredible success. Listen as he shares details about his new book, What Drives You, and debunks the two myths people believe about wh...

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Brothers of the Heart, a "supergroup" that includes four award-winning artists – Jimmy Fortune, Bradley Walker, Mike Rogers, and Ben Isaacs.  Tune in to hear this incredible quartet explain what (and who) compelled them to create Brothers of the Heart, why their music doesn't exactly fit any genre, and what causes their voices to blend...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Jonathan Brush, President and CEO of Unbound. In another exciting conversation between two guys who have found their life's work intersects, tune in to hear Jonathan explain the formula for finding work that you love, and how Unbound equips and prepares young adults to live an Extraordinarily Ordinary Life – on purpose!  Take the free...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy continues the conversation with his friend William S. "Sandy" Stimpson — the Mayor of Mobile, Alabama. Listen as Andy and Sandy talk about what in the world compelled him to run for Mayor, and why he declined suggestions to run for larger offices. How did his wife and children feel about his decision? Hear him share the important conversatio...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts John Delony – bestselling author, mental health expert, and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. Tune in to hear John share about his valuable experience in counseling, crisis response, and higher education and how his own "gentle collapse" led him to realize an individual can have value without all the doing. Listen as he shares some str...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts the guy described by Sports Illustrated as "The most influential guy in sports you've never heard of," Bob Beaudine – CEO, Author, and Speaker. Tune in to hear Bob share passionately about the value and importance of building relationships with the people we meet, and taking care of those we already have with friends and family. Hear h...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy has the honor of hosting his long-time friend – Dr. Henry Cloud – who is a clinical psychologist, pastor to pastors, and New York Times bestselling author. Tune in to hear Dr. Cloud immediately begin tackling challenging questions posed by advocates of "Gentle Parenting." Should limits be imposed on a child? Why or why not? What about homewo...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Stephen Hunter.  Tune in to hear Stephen introduce readers to his latest novel, The Bullet Garden — the prequel to his Bob Lee Swagger and Earl Swagger novels. Hear Andy and him discuss the brilliant way he weaves not only world history, but the history of his own characters, into what Andy believes is h...

In this inspiring episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Gloria Gaither – author, speaker, and ASCAP Songwriter of the Century (along with her husband, Bill). Tune in to hear Gloria share about her background in education, and what she believes is the greatest need in the English classroom today. Listen as she and Andy discuss their mutual admiration for Robert W. Service, hear her fascin...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Jonathan Brush, President and CEO of Unbound – a project based higher education company. Tune in to hear Jonathan talk about the incredible opportunity his company offers young adults looking for an alternative to the traditional college experience. Hear he and Andy discuss the importance of raising kids who become great adults, why "f...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts author Peter Grainger–creator of the bestselling series of crime novels…DC Smith Investigations.  Tune in to hear Peter share details about the multiple series he's written, why his books are currently offered only in E-book and audio formats, and how and when he started writing. Listen as he reveals how and where he conducts his resea...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Kevin Sorbo – actor, director, producer, and author. Tune in to hear Kevin share the details about his latest movie, Left Behind: Rise of the AntiChrist , based on book three of the popular Left Behind series by Jerry Jenkins and Tim LaHaye. Listen as he and Andy discuss the history of his career, what is his favorite of all his movies...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts Tim Brown – Member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Heisman Trophy winner, and Lee Shaw – Founder of Elite Team Holdings, and creator of H2H (Heisman to Hall).  Did you know more men have walked on the moon than have won the Heisman Trophy and gone on to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?   It's true! Tune in to hear...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts his friend William S. "Sandy" Stimpson — the Mayor of Mobile, Alabama. Tune in to hear Sandy share his heart about the importance of family, the mission statement his family created, and how his father and grandfather ensured there would be strong unity and clear communication in their very large family long after they were gone. List...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts Sam Dantzler – President and founder of Garage Composites and Wheelhouse College Tune in to hear Sam share what compelled him to pursue the motorcycle, cycle, and boating industries in such a unique way. Hear him explain what he means by chasing blue – and what his "blue" is! Listen as he and Andy talk about the book that most influen...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Ben Raines — author, filmmaker, Charter Captain, and award winning environmental journalist.  Tune in to hear Ben share why he calls Alabama's   Mobile-Tensaw Delta America's Amazon, and the adventurous way he shares it with others. Hear he and Andy revisit the incredible story about his discovery of the Clotilda – America's last slave...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Don Reid – author, songwriter, founding member of The Statler Brothers, and member of the Country Music and Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Listen as Don shares the details about his latest book, Piano Days , and the fun story behind who discovered The Statler Brothers (and "swiped" one of their songs!). Hear Andy share one of the greatest...

In this week's episode of The Professional Noticer , Andy hosts bestselling author Sean Dietrich, the columnist widely known as Sean of the South . Listen as Dietrich shares what (and who) inspired his latest book, You Are My Sunshine , and what he hopes readers will take away from his amazing, incredibly uncomfortable adventure!  Hear more writing strategy and stories from both Andy and Sean – in...

This week, Andy hosts Howard Partridge – author and Executive VP for Training & Operations for Ziglar, Inc. This week, one of the Zig Ziglar family's best friends reveals what led him to write his newest book, The Monday Morning Christian: How Living Out Your Faith in Business Leads to Phenomenal Success . You'll hear Howard and Andy's conversation regarding understanding who you really are…and ho...

This week, you'll hear a replay of the podcast Andy hosted with Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene, writers of the innumerably recorded (literally…we can't even find how many times it's been covered) Christmas classic, "Mary, Did You Know?" Tune in to hear Mark discuss writing the lyrics, how he thought it was just a poem, the questions he has for Mary that didn't make the song, and how Buddy added the m...

This week, Andy hosts Jeff Bloomfield –  CEO of Braintrust.  In this week's episode, Jeff shares his story about the profound impact his grandfather had on his life and how his own health struggles led to the adoption of his beautiful daughter, Pria.  Also part of the discussion:  Jeff reveals to Andy how the childhood lessons from his grandfather led to his incredible work in the field of neurosc...