Southern Fried

Southern Fried

The South is defined by great food, unique music, beautiful scenery, and an abundance of small town churches. At Southern Fried, we look to highlight all that makes up the South through the eyes of those who have lived in it. Join us as we chat with people from all over the Southern States to better understand this region of the world.

  1. 4d ago

    Southern Storylines of the SEC with Peter Burns

    Peter Burns joins this episode of Southern Fried! A conversation packed with Southeastern Conference sports references turns into an ode of the stories of the South as Charlie sits down with SEC Network host Peter Burns. Growing up in Louisiana and Texas, Burns ended up taking a bet on himself to enter into sports radio before finding his way as the host of the SEC Network where he's been since the start of the network. Enjoy this episode of SEC stories and consider leaving Southern Fried a review!

    49 min

  2. Jun 6

    Loving Birmingham and the South with Hattie O'Hara

    Hattie O'Hara joins Southern Fried on this episode! Originally from Decatur, Alabama she has found her way to Birmingham where her love for the city inspired the Instagram series, "One Week in Birmingham." Hattie has a passion for highlighting the city she loves, a Southern hub of great people and experiences. Charlie and Hattie talk all about Birmingham, the South, and Hattie's overall attitude toward life. Enjoy this episode of Southern Fried, leave us a review, and share with a friend!

    46 min

  3. May 29

    Driving Education in Alabama with Katie Collins

    Katie Collins joins this episode of Southern Fried! A teacher in Hoover, Alabama at Bluff Park Elementary School, Katie is passionate about education and impacting her students. She's the 2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year and a top-five finalist for National Teacher of the Year. Since being awarded that title she has taken her personality on the road by co-hosting the podcast Driving Education, talking to teachers all across Alabama. Enjoy this episode of Southern Fried as we continue to explore the South through its people!

    48 min

  4. May 22

    Creating in the Kitchen and Online with Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois

    Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois joins this episode of Southern Fried! A Southeastern Louisiana native, Chef has spent time all across the country in kitchens before finding his way to a content-based career. His YouTube channel, Stir the Pot, explores Southern and cajun recipes including his hit series, Duck Camp Dinners. You can catch Chef on the new Food Network show, Chopped Castaways, on Tuesday nights. Enjoy this episode of Southern Fried and consider leaving us a review!

    1h 1m

  5. May 15

    Food as the Foundation at Jones Valley Teaching Farm with Amanda Storey

    Amanda Storey, the Executive Director of Jones Valley Teaching Farm, joins this episode of Southern Fried! Based in Birmingham,AL, JVTF is on a mission to deliver food-based education to the people of the city. Through school farms and downtown crops, Jones Valley has cultivated relationships that go beyond just consuming food, but understanding where that food comes from. Amanda and her team are doing amazing work and you can show your support by visiting jvtf.org and exploring what they're doing!

    48 min

  6. May 8

    From the West to the Lowcountry with Author Paul Attaway

    Paul Attaway joins this episode of Southern Fried! Growing up in Georgia before making his way out west to Arizona, Paul built himself a life in entrepreneurship and business. 30 years out west were spent owning, operating, and consulting with businesses before his life would take him back to the South where he settled in Charleston. Now, an author of three books, Paul draws inspiration from the lowcountry in his writings. Go support Paul by visiting paulattaway.com and purchase his books. Thank you for listening and please download this episode!

    44 min

  7. May 1

    Cultivating Southern Stories with Holly Swafford, editor of SoulGrown

    Holly Swafford of SoulGrown joins this episode of Southern Fried. A mostly Birmingham, AL native, Holly has spent time all over the South, including Mississippi, Texas, and Alabama. Holly has a clear love for not only writing, but for showing her curiosity through that writing that sparks conversations. It's the real people and real stories of the South that Holly highlights, making her work incredibly personal. We hope you enjoy this episode of Southern Fried and consider following and leaving us a review!

    47 min

  8. Apr 24

    Genuine Hospitality at Revival Restaurant Group with Jamey Shirah

    Jamey Shirah, CEO of Revival Restaurant Group, joins this episode of Southern Fried! Born and raised in small town Georgia on his family farm, Jamey is defined by his work ethic and hospitable nature. This mentality has been transferred over to his company, Revival Restaurant Group, that strives for genuine hospitality to be shown at their restaurants in Atlanta and Birmingham. We hope you enjoy this episode and consider leaving us a review as Southern Fried continues to explore the South through its people!

    40 min
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The South is defined by great food, unique music, beautiful scenery, and an abundance of small town churches. At Southern Fried, we look to highlight all that makes up the South through the eyes of those who have lived in it. Join us as we chat with people from all over the Southern States to better understand this region of the world.

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  • Creator
    Southern Fried
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Southern Fried
  • Show Website
    Southern Fried

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