Rocket City Trash Pandas

In the eighth episode of Alabama Out Loud, we take a look at what April brings across Alabama, from spring events and outdoor activities to sports and community life throughout the month.

Ricky Fernandez is the Director of Marketing and Promotions for the Rocket City Trash Pandas. He's also the on-field emcee for the Minor League Baseball team. He talks to Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about what he and the players do to attract luck during games. Plus, the secret "underground sweet tea operation" and how shoes make him think of Alabama.

For Madison city residents, a new barbecue cookoff is coming to town. The first-ever Smoke in the Outfield BBQ Festival will be held Friday (August 4) and Saturday (August 5) at Toyota Field, home of the Rocket City Trash Pandas.