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!

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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!

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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!

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Find more from Ben at his website: BenRaines.org

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