On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy shares a powerful perspective on a subject many people debate, but few truly understand—manners.

Tune in to hear Andy explain why manners are not about outdated rules or trying to impress people, but about something much simpler: awareness of others. Listen as he shares stories about raising his sons. In a world where courtesy has become rare, Andy explains why people who consistently demonstrate awareness stand out, earn trust, and often receive greater opportunities in business and in life.

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On March 3, 1956, "Heartbreak Hotel" cracked Billboard's Top 10 for the first time, and Elvis Presley began reshaping the music world forever. In honor of that date, we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations — with a man who knew Elvis not as a legend, but as a friend.

In this Encore Episode, Andy sits down with Country Music Legend T.G. Sheppard — a teenager who had run away from home and was literally eating out of garbage cans in Memphis when a chance encounter outside a roller rink at midnight changed the entire trajectory of his life. What followed was a 16-year friendship, seven years living at Graceland, and a front-row seat to one of the greatest careers in entertainment history.

Tune in to hear how a homeless 15-year-old ended up playing football on roller skates with the King of Rock and Roll, the advice Elvis gave him that fueled 21 #1 hits, and the moment Elvis finally figured out that "that Sheppard guy on the radio" was actually his old friend Bill Browder. Plus, the most embarrassing moment of T.G.'s career — courtesy of a kid with a water pistol and a white linen suit.

See T.G. LIVE on tour with upcoming shows in Tennessee, Florida, Texas and more! https://www.tgsheppard.com/tour

Connect with T.G. Online:

• Website: https://tgsheppard.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tgsheppard/?fref=ts
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/TGSheppardmusic
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/tgsheppardofficial
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mejAwZZQSHmNI6KfnHMRQ

With the Winter Olympics just wrapping up, we thought this was the perfect time to revisit one of our most popular episodes from the archive — a conversation between Andy and one of the greatest names in Olympic swimming history.

In this episode, Andy sits down with his old college friend Rowdy Gaines — three-time Olympic gold medalist, five-time world champion, member of the Olympic Hall of Fame, and NBC's voice of swimming for eight consecutive Olympic Games.

Tune in to hear Rowdy share the story of his unique childhood in Winter Haven, Florida, and how he was cut from five different sports before trying swimming at 17 — a last-ditch attempt that changed the trajectory of his life. He opens up about the gut punch of the 1980 U.S. Olympic boycott, what it took to come back and train for three more years while working the overnight shift just to pay for food, and the razor-thin margins that separate gold from silver. You'll also hear what a 160-pound swimmer training 10 miles a day actually eats, and what it really means to stay consistently passionate about something even when you dislike doing it.

Connect with Rowdy Online:

• https://www.stepintoswim.org
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowdyGainesNBC
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowdygaines/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rowdy-gaines-3a4b34171/
• X: https://x.com/rowdygaines

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Ricky Dickson—author of the bestselling book "One Scoop at a Time" and the retired President and CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream.

Tune in to hear Ricky tell the "first scoop" story that started it all, why Blue Bell's growth was built on patience and protecting quality, and how his faith shaped his leadership through both success and crisis. Listen as Ricky also opens up about writing his book—why he started before retirement, what was hardest to put on paper, and the "gold medal" message he hopes readers carry with them: turning fear into faith, one step at a time.

Purchase "One Scoop at a Time" by Ricky Dickson: https://amzn.to/4kqJpTG

Connect with Ricky Dickson Online:

• Website: https://www.rickydickson.com/
• Book website: https://onescoopatatime.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickyDickson007/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrickydickson/

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy hosts Randy Phillips—founding member of the Dove Award–winning trio Phillips, Craig & Dean, and author of "Guppy and the Silvery Hook," his new children's book.

Tune in to hear how a simple bedtime story Randy created for his daughters grew into a meaningful tool for helping children navigate peer pressure, bullying, and wise decision-making. Through the story of a curious little fish and a tempting "silvery hook," Randy and Andy talk about why rules aren't meant to keep kids from having fun—but to keep them safe. They also discuss the growing number of voices competing for children's attention today, the role parents and grandparents play in reinforcing truth, and why reading with kids remains one of the most powerful ways to shape hearts, build connection, and keep the right voices close.

Purchase "Guppy and the Silvery Hook" by Randy Phillips: https://amzn.to/4qmgVfj

Connect with Randy Online:

• Book Website: https://guppyandthesilveryhook.com/
• Church Website: https://life.family/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randy.phillips.39142
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy Andrews sits down with historian, author, and filmmaker Joseph Loconte, author of The War for Middle Earth, to explore the enduring influence of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis during one of history's darkest chapters.

Tune in to hear how Tolkien and Lewis, both shaped by World War I and writing through World War II, used story, faith, and friendship to push back against cultural despair and moral confusion. Together, Andy and Joseph discuss the role of imagination in confronting evil, the importance of history for gaining perspective, and why great stories still matter in times of uncertainty. This conversation is a powerful reminder that courage, gratitude, and moral clarity can be cultivated—even in the middle of the storm.

Connect Online with Joseph:

• Website: https://www.josephloconte.com/
• The Rivendell Center: https://rivendellcenternyc.org/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012261759127
• Twitter (X): https://x.com/JosephLoconte
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeLoconte

Tomorrow marks the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz – a day to remember, to honor, and to never forget.

In observance of this sacred anniversary, we're bringing back one of our most profound conversations: Andy's interview with Rose Schindler, a Holocaust survivor whose testimony carries the weight of history and the power of the human spirit. The timing is especially meaningful as today, January 26, has now been declared Rose Schindler Day in San Diego County.

At 92 years old when this episode was recorded, Rose shares her harrowing firsthand account of life inside Auschwitz and Birkenau. She speaks of a family of eleven torn apart by hatred and genocide, and of three sisters who found the strength to survive the unthinkable. You'll also hear the beautiful story of how Rose met her husband Max – another survivor – and how two people who endured humanity's darkest chapter built a life together.

In Loving Memory

Rose Schindler passed away on February 17, 2022, just one month after this episode originally aired. For the last 50 years of her life, she honored her father's final words to her at Auschwitz – "stay alive so you can tell the world what they're doing to us" – by sharing her story with an estimated 200,000 to 300,000 students across three generations. Her legacy of love, resilience, and remembrance lives on through her four children, two great-grandchildren, and the countless lives she touched with her testimony.

This is a story that must be heard. This is a testimony that must be preserved. This is why we remember.

Learn more about Rose and Max's journey:
Order their book at TwoWhoSurvived.com

On this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes back Jonathan Brush— President and CEO of Unbound.

Tune in to hear Jonathan explain how Unbound trains young adults to thrive by building meaningful lives rooted in responsibility, relationships, everyday excellence, and resilience. Listen as Andy shares his personal endorsement and together they explore what sets Unbound apart from traditional education. The conversation highlights the power of expectations, the importance of creating value (not just making money), and a hopeful, faith-centered approach to preparing young adults for life, work, and purpose.

Connect with Jonathan Online:

• DontWasteThisYear.com
• Website: https://beunbound.us/
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/be.unbound/
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/@BeUnbound
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getunbound