The Professional Noticer
Hosted by New York Times bestselling author Andy Andrews, this inciteful (often hilarious) podcast is built around Common Sense, Wisdom, and Laughter—three ingredients Andy has harnessed to produce extraordinary results for his clients throughout the years. Now…his number one client is YOU. Join Andy and a different guest each episode—always one of the greatest mentors the world has to offer. The Professional Noticer will be the most fun and productive half hour of your week!
Episodes
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy Andrews sits down with Joe Hamilton, CEO of Vortex Optics, for a powerful conversation about leadership, culture, and what it truly means to build a business around people—not just products.
Tune in to hear how the unlikely origin story of a small bird-feeding store in Wisconsin becomes a masterclass in principle-driven leadership. Listen as Joe shar...
This week on The Professional Noticer, Andy Andrews unwraps a Christmas favorite with an encore reading of Socks for Christmas—proof that the best surprises don't always come in shiny boxes.
Told through the eyes of a young boy on Christmas Eve, this story captures the wonder, anticipation, and quiet lessons that only childhood—and Christmas—can teach. With humor, warmth, and Andy's unmistakable storytelling style, Socks for Christ...
It's become one of our favorite Christmas traditions—and it's back again. 🎄
This week, Andy welcomes Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene, the duo behind one of the most recorded Christmas songs of all time: Mary, Did You Know? (Seriously…there are so many versions, no one can count them.)
Tune in as Mark shares how the lyrics were first written, Buddy explains how the musi...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Pat Kelly—retired Hollywood screenwriter and debut novelist behind the upcoming thriller Rifle Season, already being hailed as "the first big thriller of 2026."
Tune in to hear Pat and Andy walk through the heart-pounding premise of Rifle Season. Listen as Pat explains the authenticity behind the hunting details, the character dynamics that...
This week on The Professional Noticer, we're bringing back one of our most visually stunning conversations! Join Andy as he welcomes renowned professional photographer and Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris guide, Chris Irwin.
In this encore episode, you'll not only hear about the art of capturing the wild—you'll see it. Throughout the conversation, enjoy an incredible collection of C...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes back Dan Stone—pastor of Hermantown Community Church in Duluth, Minnesota, and the heart behind the Duluth Dream Center.
After last week's powerful conversation about serving a city, Dan returns for an eye-opening look at the questions young adults are asking today—and why they matter.
Tune in to hear Andy and Dan talk about a...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Pastor Dan Stone — one of his closest friends, and the heart behind the Duluth Dream Center in Minnesota's Central Hillside.
Tune in to hear Dan share how his team was gifted a 40,000-square-foot historic church building—not because they campaigned for it, but because they were already serving the most underserved part of Duluth.
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On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes back Michael Perry—New York Times bestselling author and humorist whose wit, warmth, and everyday wisdom make him a listener favorite.
Tune in to hear Michael share the story behind his newest book, Improbable Mentors & Happy Tangents—a witty, heartfelt collection born from a fishing trip gone sideways and a conversation that lasted four unf...
Today marks 46 years since November 4, 1979—the day the Iranian Hostage Crisis began.
To honor this significant moment in history, this week's Encore Episode of The Professional Noticer revisits Andy's powerful conversation with U.S. Marine Sergeant Rocky Sickmann, one of 65 Americans ...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes The Sound — a Dove Award–winning trio featuring Levi, Jacob, and Rob Mills.
Tune in to hear Levi, Jacob, and Rob share the story behind The Sound — how a father and his two sons turned a shared love of music into a ministry reaching audiences around the world. Listen as they talk about family, creativity, and how their unique blend of voices...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Herb Hughes—science fiction novelist, and Steve Woods—AI engineer at General Dynamics, for a fast, funny, and thought-provoking look at where artificial intelligence is really headed.
Tune in to hear Herb and Steve join Andy for a fascinating–sometimes unsettling–conversation about how much of today's technology was first imagined in science fiction. Fro...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts John O'Leary—bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and producer of the new feature film Soul on Fire.
Tune in to hear John share the "two chapters" behind his story—the miraculous rescue at age nine and the years of hiding before finally learning to live openly—while honoring the people he says are the true heroes: the nurses, the neighbors...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Sean Dietrich—"Sean of the South"—author, musician, humorist, and frequent Grand Ole Opry guest.
Tune in to hear Sean share stories behind "Over Yonder"—a tender, funny tale of "found family" set on Alabama's Gulf Coast. Listen as he and Andy talk about the unlikely duo at the heart of the story, why Sean writes about places as if they're chara...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes his Communications Director, Tami Nantz – author of the brand-new book "This Isn't the Life I Prayed For: A Study of the Book of Job."
Tune in to hear Tami share why she wrote "This Isn't the Life I Prayed For," the story behind its message, and why Job's journey—so often misunderstood—is really about relationship and ultimately a book of ho...
In this week's Encore 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 research, and why Andy believes h...
In this week's Encore Episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Dr. Henry Cloud – a clinical psychologist, pastor to pastors, and New York Times bestselling author.
Tune in to hear Dr. Cloud introduce his latest book, Why I Believe: A Psychologist's Thoughts on Suffering, Miracles, Science, and Faith. Listen as he discusses the challenge of sharing faith with close friends and recounts a transformative college experience dur...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy shares powerful insights into leadership and culture—through the lens of Alabama football.
Tune in to hear Andy unpack Alabama's struggles since Nick Saban's retirement and reveal why culture—not talent—drives lasting success. Hear him explain how discipline, retention, and consistency expose the true state of any team or business, and share practica...
Buckle up—because this episode is not just about a restaurant chain.
Join Andy Andrews as he delivers a cautionary tale for every leader, every business owner, and really, for all of us: you can't fix a culture problem with white paint and a new logo. And when you try… well, Cracker Barrel just sh...
In this week's encore episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Chris Thomas – Entrepreneur, Podcaster, and Professional Southern Gentleman.
Tune in to hear Andy and Chris share a lively conversation about all things southern! Listen as Chris shares the fun details about his company, Made South – how it got started, how it's going today, the blessings and challenges of entrepreneurship, and much, muc...
On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Bryan Chandler – owner of Silverhill Mill in Silverhill, Alabama.
Tune in to hear Bryan share the story of how he and his wife, Rhee, built Silverhill Mill from the ground up and how the business has grown since he last appeared on the podcast. Listen as he and Andy swap stories about the types of trees and wood Bryan works with, the beautif...
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