Robby Hayes joins Southern Fried this week! A Birmingham, AL native, Robby is no stranger to the community and hospitality shown across the South. In 2024, Robby, his wife Lauren, and a team of people formed Neighbor9, a non-profit seeking to create a movement of loving your neighbor through Community Done Differently. Robby talks with Charlie about his life in Birmingham, love for his Auburn Tigers, and the value of community in the South!

Chef Rob McDaniel joins this episode of Southern Fried, who, along with his wife Emily, has made a massive impact on the culinary scene not only in Birmingham, but has stretched throughout Alabama and the South. Chef McDaniel is a multi-time James Beard Semifinalist and executive chef of a New York Times top 50 restaurant in the US. From Haleyville to the Plains, Lake Martin to Birmingham where he now resides with his family, get excited as we chat with owner and executive chef of Helen and Bayonet, Rob McDaniel.

Chris Thomas joins this episode of Southern Fried to talk southern brands and hospitality. Starting Made South, a brand that highlights southern creators and artists, catapulted Chris into a field where he stops at nothing to show how important southern hospitality is and how important it is to southern culture. Check out this episode of Southern Fried as we continue to explore the South through its people!

One of the most underrated aspects of the South is its unique beauty. We’re home to mountains and waterfalls, but also swamps and beaches. There’s always something to discover in this great region. On this episode we’re joined by two people who know exactly that, through their journey of exploring every county in the great state of Alabama. From exploring trails to finding the best spots to eat, Uncover Alabama is on a journey to turn over every rock in this great state.

John Lyda joins Southern Fried this week as we continue to explore the South through its people! A small town childhood in Alabama is the foundation of John's life that would later lead him to the suburbs of Birmingham in Hoover where he would eventually find his way deeply intertwined with the community serving on the city council for 13 years. From cornbread to marathons - get ready to hear John's take on southern culture and life!

Dr.Janie Clay joins Southern Fried on this episode! As a registered dietitian who grew up on her family farm in Marengo County, AL, Janie and her family gained popularity on social media through their knowledge of agriculture and love for each other. Give this episode a listen to learn not only a little about farming, but to hear a love for a family that's unrivaled!

Bobby Horton joins Southern Fried on this episode! An Alabama native, Mr.Horton is a talented musician who performs all over the country solo and with his band Three on a String. He’s also worked on the scores for 19 of Ken Burns’ documentary films and produced numerous albums that take you back in-time to the American past. Enjoy this episode with the multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and music historian - Bobby Horton.

This episode of Southern Fried we're joined by Trey Echols, otherwise known as The Fedneck! Trey is a Birmingham, AL native who has a passion for good food that has recently exploded on Instagram through his burger reviews. This episode explores the food scene of Birmingham, the current southern renaissance, and Trey's take on the best burger you can get. Give this one a listen and leave a review!

Sally McKay joins us on this episode of Southern Fried! She's a baker, food stylist, blogger, and now TV star after appearing on Baked With Love: Holiday on the Hallmark Channel. Sally talks with host Charlie about how the South is a major influence on all that she does. Be careful listening to this episode, because you'll definitely want a homemade treat once its over!

Ahmad Austin joins this episode of Southern Fried! As a contemporary artist that specializes in abstract, jazz inspired, and palette knife works, Ahmad takes us through what it's like to be an independent artist in the South. Born and raised in Birmingham, AL, Ahmad knows a thing or two about how things are done down here. Check out this great episode and leave a review!