Baseball is too slow, the games take too long, and its popularity is in decline. Entrepreneur Jesse Cole doesn't want to see America's pastime left in the past, so he created an updated, faster-paced version of baseball called Banana Ball. And the fans have responded. With the pledge to always put fans first, Jesse is changing the way we look at baseball, and sold-out stadium tours show that it is working. Baseball purists may not like it, but Banana Ball may be what keeps America's pastime in the present.Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod.ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide.ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. Stop letting big tech and big government censor and track you. Defend your rights and protect yourself at https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba and get an extra three months ofExpressVPN for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Common Core is politicizing education. It's handed down from the federal government with window dressing to make it look local. That's according to Joan R. Landes, a licensed clinical mental health counselor who homeschooled her seven children and helped found an innovative outdoor school for boys with ADHD and anxiety called BreakOut School. Common Core is a one-size-fits-all box of woke ideology. And it doesn't work. Find out how Joan achieves excellence in customized education without national standards on this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsor:Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retired U.S. Marine Colonel Oliver North sees what is happening to the country and to our military. Biden is wasting their time and resources, undoing the progress made by Donald Trump. Trump took on China and built alliances around the globe. Biden is worried about "social justice." Biden has no control of our borders, but he wants total control of the people because of a virus. The Left has gone too far, and Oliver North is speaking out against it in his latest book, "Veteran's Lament: Is This the America Our Heroes Fought For?" Don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University, with a heavy dose of common sense from Oliver North.Sponsors:Bambee: HR Policy Shouldn't Be Left To Google.  Bambee gives you a dedicated HR manager who helps you craft HR policy and maintain compliance. They’ll work with you to craft your internal HR policies that fit the way you run your business. Full remote HR support, available to help by phone, email, or chat. Consider them an extension of your team. Their powerful platform lets you onboard, terminate, and take corrective action easily and securely as well as makes sure your business stays compliant with nuanced wage and hour regulations. Got to bambee.com/rickandbubba to schedule your FREE HR audit. Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they will NEVER SILENCE YOU and they are America’s ONLY Christian Conservative wireless provider. Switching is easy! Keep your phone number, bring your own phone or buy a new one. Build your own bundle with multi-line discounts and save even more. Go to PatriotMobile.com/RICKBUBBA or call their US-based customer service team at 972-PATRIOT. Veterans and first responders save even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic could have been a unifying moment for the country, but it wasn't. It was politicized. One who saw this firsthand was retired U.S. Army Colonel Jim Hawkins. He was chosen by the governor to lead Alabama’s unified command for COVID response as the interagency coordinator. This meant working with the Alabama Department of Public Health, the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, and the Alabama National Guard, just to name a few. Now at the one-year anniversary, we take a look back at what we did right, what we did wrong, and whether we are ready for the next pandemic.Sponsors:Ladder is revolutionizing an age-old industry offering term life insurance at a personalized price, that can flex as your needs change. Why not pay a bit each month to protect the ones you love? Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered. You just need a few minutes, and a phone or laptop to apply. Ladder’s smart algorithms work in real-time, so you’ll find out instantly if you’re approved. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. At Ladder, they've created a painless way to get the life insurance coverage you need for those you care about most. Check out Ladder today to see if you’re instantly approved. Go to http://ladderlife.com/rickbubba.Bambee: HR Policy Shouldn't Be Left To Google.  Bambee gives you a dedicated HR manager who helps you craft HR policy and maintain compliance. They’ll work with you to craft your internal HR policies that fit the way you run your business. Full remote HR support, available to help by phone, email, or chat. Consider them an extension of your team. Their powerful platform lets you onboard, terminate, and take corrective action easily and securely as well as makes sure your business stays compliant with nuanced wage and hour regulations. Got to bambee.com/rickandbubba to schedule your FREE HR audit.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we take calls from across the nation as Rick & Bubba listeners share their favorite memories from the past 27 years! Do you remember Speedy streaking across a golf course? What's the truth behind the Willie & Wanda adventure? What led to Rick & Bubba shooting paintball guns at JT? Take a stroll down memory lane and don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.  You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod. SmartAsset: Now thanks to SmartAsset—the service that over half a million people have trusted to help find an adviser. A free and easy path to help you find greater financial peace of mind. SmartAsset has built a safe, easy, and convenient tool to find vetted financial advisors in your area. To receive your free Personalized Retirement Planning Report go to http://smartasset.com/bubba Your report will provide personalized insights on your retirement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill knows many people in the country think the last election was not legitimate. He knows secure and transparent elections are the foundation of democracy and freedom. By removing 1.3 million invalid voters, John has worked to ensure that Alabama has one of the best voter rolls in the nation. He's taken on activist judges and fought to uphold voter ID laws. He's addressed the problems of the Dominion Voting System and fought nationalized voting laws. He's been sued 22 times and has never lost. But the question remains: "Does every vote really count?" Don't miss this timely and informative episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. Stop letting big tech and big government censor and track you. Defend your rights and protect yourself at https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba and get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free!Gabi: Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/rickbubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When comedian Casio Kid decided to call Rick & Bubba when he was a 15-year-old fan listening to the radio, he didn't know it would be the start of something that would change the direction of his life forever. He would work his way from an internship with Rick & Bubba, to the local comedy club stage, to being a recurring character on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, to hosting his own radio show and podcast. But there's a lot that happened in between! Check out this episode of Rick & Bubba University as they walk down memory lane with the great Casio Kid!Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.  You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod. Bambee: HR Policy Shouldn't Be Left To Google.  Bambee gives you a dedicated HR manager who helps you craft HR policy and maintain compliance. They’ll work with you to craft your internal HR policies that fit the way you run your business. Full remote HR support, available to help by phone, email, or chat. Consider them an extension of your team. Their powerful platform lets you onboard, terminate, and take corrective action easily and securely as well as makes sure your business stays compliant with nuanced wage and hour regulations. Got to bambee.com/rickandbubba to schedule your FREE HR audit.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do lockdowns work? Is the vaccine safe? How accurate are COVID-19 tests? Was COVID-19 made in a lab? Dr. Michael Saag, director of the Division of Infectious Disease at UAB, joins us this week to discuss all things COVID as we begin to look toward the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Dr. Saag's research with HIV and other infectious diseases is world-renowned and uses science, not politics, to get to the truth. Get the answers to your COVID-19 questions in this educational episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they will NEVER SILENCE YOU and they are America’s ONLY Christian Conservative wireless provider. Switching is easy! Keep your phone number, bring your own phone or buy a new one. Build your own bundle with multi-line discounts and save even more. Go to PatriotMobile.com/RICKBUBBA or call their US-based customer service team at 972-PATRIOT. Veterans and first responders save even more.Ladder is revolutionizing an age-old industry offering term life insurance at a personalized price, that can flex as your needs change. Why not pay a bit each month to protect the ones you love? Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered. You just need a few minutes, and a phone or laptop to apply. Ladder’s smart algorithms work in real-time, so you’ll find out instantly if you’re approved. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. At Ladder, they've created a painless way to get the life insurance coverage you need for those you care about most. Check out Ladder today to see if you’re instantly approved. Go to http://ladderlife.com/rickbubba. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The largest event to occur on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., was a Promise Keepers event in 1997 where 1.4 million men gathered to worship God, repent, and pray for the country. This was the peak of the Promise Keepers movement. After an incredible run of events through the 1990s that included selling out 27 NFL stadiums in one year, Promise Keepers found itself heavily in debt and without direction. Today, Ken Harrison, a former police officer and retired businessman, has answered God's unexpected calling to bring Promise Keepers back. As the new CEO of Promise Keepers, Ken has been called to ministry, not to fame. He has been called to bring a revival to the country, the world, and to Promise Keepers. And ultimately, Ken knows our hope rests in showing all men the perfect example: Christ.Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.  You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod. SmartAsset: Now thanks to SmartAsset—the service that over half a million people have trusted to help find an adviser. A free and easy path to help you find greater financial peace of mind. SmartAsset has built a safe, easy, and convenient tool to find vetted financial advisors in your area. To receive your free Personalized Retirement Planning Report go to http://smartasset.com/bubba Your report will provide personalized insights on your retirement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even though Coach Gene Chizik won a national championship, he knows greatness has nothing to do with the game of football. The most important things he taught his athletes were not about the game. Coaching is what he did, but it's not who he is. Chizik's identity comes from his faith, his family, and the lasting impact he has on those around him. Check out this episode of Rick & Bubba University to hear Chizik's take on his years at Auburn, Cam Newton, Nick Saban, Tom Brady, and the true meaning of greatness.Sponsors:ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. Stop letting big tech and big government censor and track you. Defend your rights and protect yourself at https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba and get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free!1-800-Flowers.com - Valentine’s Day is coming! Whether it’s a bouquet for your special someone for Valentine’s Day, a birthday, anniversary, or another special celebration, show someone how much you care with gorgeous bouquets from 1-800-Flowers.com.  To get amazing deals on bouquets and arrangements, go to 1-800-Flowers.com, click the radio icon, and enter code RICKBUBBA.Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices