Artist Paul Wilm Tells The Story Behind His WBHM Design

WBHM has once again partnered with a local artist to create a unique pint glass for members.

Artist Paul Cordes Wilm has created a custom and public radio-inspired design for the station emphasizing Alabama’s connection to the world and the world’s connection to Alabama through WBHM. Wilm says the initial inspiration for his Public Radio WBHM 90.3 FM came from the children’s game “telephone” in which one person whispers a message to another.

“It started there, but then I also like the idea of information being cyclical, something that’s continuously shared and passed on,” says Wilm. While the world has something to tell Alabama, Wilm also believes Alabama has a strong story to tell the world.

“Public radio is a simple and yet very powerful tool. I wanted images that echoed that notion,” says Wilm. The art will be featured on a glass given as a thank-you gift from the station for contributions of $90 or more.