CHERITH GLOVER FULKER: SECRET BIRMINGHAM
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer and author Cherith Glover Fulker talks about her upcoming book, Secret Birmingham: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure (Reedy Press, Aug. 1, 2025). Watch here in the YouTube player or download the episode on Podbean.
From jazz legends and civil rights history to cast iron giants and century-old baseball fields, Cherith shares fascinating and lesser-known stories that make Birmingham, Alabama a truly unforgettable destination. Learn about the city’s vibrant food scene, family-friendly attractions, and the power of community connection. Cherith also opens up about her journey into travel writing and how personal history and curiosity fuel her work.
🎧 Listen in for:
– Birmingham’s unique cultural legacy and quirky landmarks
– The story behind the Vulcan—the world’s largest cast iron statue
– Hidden gems like Rickwood Field, the oldest baseball park in the U.S.
– Cherith’s travel writing origins and the inspiration behind her book
– Why local voices and community engagement matter
📘 Get the book: “Secret Birmingham” – https://reedypress.com/author/fluker/cherith-fluker/
🌍 Follow Cherith’s adventures: https://whatcherithinks.com/
🍷 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
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