On today’s episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts James Chandler — circuit court judge and bestselling author of seven Amazon top 100 legal thrillers.

Tune in to hear James discuss his latest novel, Justice Bites, the first book in a brand-new series co-written with fellow attorney Laura Snyder. Listen as he shares how their contrasting writing styles—her seat-of-the-pants creativity and his meticulous plotting—blend seamlessly to create compelling, authentic legal drama. James also reflects on his journey from military service to the courtroom and eventually to the bestseller list, offering valuable insights into writing, perseverance, and staying true to the writing craft.

Order Justice Bites: A Legal Thriller on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41TS08D

Connect with James Online: https://severnriverbooks.com/collections/james-chandler

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesChandlerAuthor/

This week on The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Jo Hackl – lawyer, entrepreneur, and award-winning author of Smack Dab in the Middle of Maybe.

Tune in to hear Jo share how her childhood in Electric Mills, Mississippi, sparked her love for storytelling and inspired her novel. Listen as she and Andy discuss the challenges of writing for young readers, how nature and survival skills shape her work, and why Smack Dab in the Middle of Maybe resonates with all ages.

Connect with Jo Online:

Websites:

• https://johackl.com/
• https://outdoorosity.org/

Social Media:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoWatsonHackl
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johackl/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoHackl
• Twitter (X): https://x.com/johackl
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johackl/

On this week’s episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes the multi-talented Jonathan Young—entrepreneur, former collegiate athlete, freediver, Guinness World Record holder, mission founder, reality TV star (Survivor), and professional wrestler mentored by the legendary Lex Luger.

Tune in to hear how Jonathan’s early upbringing shaped his physical, mental, and spiritual discipline through daily workouts and Bible study with his father. Learn about his path from collegiate swimmer to Survivor competitor, the unexpected turn into professional wrestling, and how his passion for service led him to establish Young Strength Missions—building homes and providing hope in Nicaragua and Honduras.

Connect with Jonathan online:

• Website: YoungStrength.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069120652977
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4dKV9_sMLTExhJuALs9Ifw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngstrength/

This week on The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Tammy Lane—Founder and President of Capernaum Studios in Poolville, Texas.

Tune in to hear how Tammy and her family spent twelve years bringing Capernaum Studios to life on their ranch—which became the filming site for two seasons of The Chosen. Listen as she and Andy talk about her immersive walk-through events, her latest project, Washington’s Armor, and the power of “persisting without exception” from The Traveler’s Gift.

Connect with Tammy Online:

• Capernaum Studios https://www.capernaumstudios.com/
• Washington’s Armor https://www.washingtonsarmor.com/
• Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CapernaumStudios

This week on The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes back Coach Shane Alexander, the guy he affectionately calls the Bear Bryant of high school sports, along with two star seniors from his Orange Beach Lady Makos softball team, Daigle Wilson and K.G. Favors.

Tune in to hear how the Makos went from a young program to national champions—the first high school team of any kind from Alabama to earn that title–and won four consecutive state championships along the way. Coach Alexander reveals the secrets behind their winning culture, the impact of their “little sis” mentorship program, and the truth about recruiting. Plus, don’t miss Andy’s reaction when the team surprises him with some special gifts to celebrate their success!

Follow the Makos Online:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089368694661
• Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/oba_softball
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mako_softball/

Get ready for a wild ride through history with this Encore Episode featuring journalist, humorist, and history buff Cliff McCollum!

Andy and Cliff dive into some of the most bizarre, unexpected, and downright ridiculous failed presidential assassination attempts in history—including the time Andrew Jackson beat his would-be assassin with a cane, Teddy Roosevelt shrugged off a bullet to give a 90-minute speech, and an attacker tried to hijack a 747 to take out Richard Nixon.

But that’s not all—this episode is packed with sharp wit, unexpected facts, and even a deep dive into Winston Churchill’s legendary quirks (including his bathtub diplomacy). If you love history with a side of humor, you won’t want to miss this one!

Find more from Cliff by connecting with him on Instagram and Twitter:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/csmccollum/

Twitter: https://x.com/mrmccollum

On this week’s episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes Ben Raines — author, filmmaker, Adventure Guide, and award winning environmental journalist — back to the show.

Tune in to hear Ben share more fascinating stories about America’s most biologically diverse waterway, the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, and his work uncovering Alabama’s hidden history—including the discovery of the last slave ship, the Clotilda. From wild eco-tours to preserving lost stories, Ben’s insights on Alabama’s natural wonders and adventures as a guide are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking. Don’t miss his thoughts on preserving history, favorite eco-adventures, and why Alabama’s biodiversity might just surprise you!

Order "Saving America's Amazon" here: https://amzn.to/4gpob5d

Order "The Last Slave Ship" here: https://amzn.to/4b1tvuF

Find more from Ben at his website: BenRaines.org

Connect with Ben on Social Media:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ben.raines.58
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brraines/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/benhraines
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqTcQGl0FFWW0j8J58UQCdw
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-raines-b298588b/

In this re-release of The Professional Noticer, Andy Andrews sits down with internationally renowned guitarist, comedian, and speaker Kevin Williams for an episode packed with humor, music, and inspiration.

Recorded at a time when unity was on the minds of many, Kevin shares stories from his incredible career, including his journey to becoming the band leader for Bill Gaither, and his passion project United We Stand—a collection of classic patriotic songs designed to honor America and its veterans.

With the recent Presidential inauguration highlighting the importance of coming together as a nation, this episode is a timely reminder of the power of gratitude, music, and shared purpose. Tune in to hear Kevin’s moving reflections on patriotism, his memorable run-in with Conway Twitty, and even a few fabulous guitar licks along the way.

Be sure to pick up Kevin’s latest patriotic collection, United We Stand at https://kevinwilliamsmusic.com