Andrew Johnson has turned fur, foam, and full-throttle game days into a career. Now the Senior Mascot Program Manager for the Houston Texans, Andrew’s journey started behind the scenes as a youth department intern with Time Warner Cable Metro Sports before jumping into mascot life with the Kansas City Brigade and Northwest Missouri State University. After a brief break from performing, he came back stronger as a KC Wolf intern and alternate with the Kansas City Chiefs—a full-circle moment that helped set the stage for a career in big-league entertainment.

With stops at the Missouri Mavericks, Sporting Kansas City, Kansas City Royals, and Dallas Stars, Andrew has mastered the art of stunts, storytelling, and sideline spectacle. In this episode, he takes us inside NFL game day, shares his favorite mascot moments, reflects on the legacy of TORO, and drops advice for anyone hoping to make a career out of bringing the energy to the crowd.

From hometown roots to the broadcast booth, this episode traces a career shaped by curiosity, hustle, and a love for the game. Frankie walks through his unconventional path from history major to broadcaster, the lessons learned along the way, and what it means to now serve his local team with the Harrisburg Senators. It’s a look at how storytelling, sales, and relationships come together to create meaningful fan experiences on and off the field.

From balancing budgets to building unforgettable match day moments, this episode dives into the behind-the-scenes work that brings Philadelphia Union matches to life. Eddie shares how his journey through accounting, operations, and game presentation shaped his leadership and approach to fan engagement. It’s an inside look at the planning, pressure, and passion behind every final whistle.