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Airdrie Inside

Airdrie Inside, with host and long time Airdrie resident, Chris Glass | Bringing light to our homegrown and hardworking heroes.

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18:14

Rishav Sharma: Airdrie's Para-Badminton Star

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/04/16

In this episode of Airdrie Inside, Chris Glass sits down with Rishav Sharma—Team Canada para-badminton athlete, double gold medalist, and founder of the Rocky View Badminton Academy. Rishav’s story is a masterclass in moving from "doubt" to "gold." From being told he couldn't play in India to training in the back of a shop in Fort St. John, Rishav has spent his life framing a solution to the limits others placed on him. Support the show

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32:08

Celine Simard: Purely Chemical

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/04/02

Celine Simard (Celin) grew up in Fahler, Alta., the "Honey Capital of Canada," but she found her voice in the isolation of a 28-day quarantine. From the Young Canadians to the King Eddie, Celin is part of the creative "explosion" that has transformed Airdrie over the last five years. In this episode, she performs: "14 Days" (The quarantine anthem)"Pray On" (A controversial take on infidelity)"Purely Chemical" (Addressing the brain’s imbalance)Support the show

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34:52

Horacio Galanti: Death Zone CAO

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/03/27

What does it take to manage 100,000 people and a $500 Million budget? For Horacio Galanti, the answer was found at 8,000 meters in the "Death Zone." In this episode of Airdrie Inside, Chris Glass sits down with Horacio Galanti—Civil Engineer, world-class mountaineer, and the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Airdrie. Horacio doesn't just "climb mountains" as a hobby. He has summited the Seven Summits, reached both the North and South Poles by foot, and completed the gruelling Canad...

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43:05

Kim Titus: Thumbs Up Foundation

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/03/20

"There comes a time when we need to stop pulling people out of the river and go upstream to find out why they're falling in." Kim Titus didn't just start a foundation to honour her son, Braden; she started a movement to dismantle a broken system. From a personal tragedy that "transfigured" her world to securing over $1M in funding to pilot a new provincial standard of care, Kim shares the blueprint for moving from "sick care" to true "brain health." Support the show

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22:45

Tong Wang: Windwood Music Festival

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/03/12

She has performed at the Lincoln Center and toured the world, but Tong Wang’s most important stage is a cul-de-sac in Airdrie. As a concert pianist, educator, and co-founder of the Windwood Music Festival, Tong is on a mission to replace the scarcity of elite art with an overflow of community belonging. This is a story about the power of the big open sky, the science of "cute" music, and why world-class chamber music belongs to everyone. Support the show

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35:09

Mo Shaukat: Boots on the Ground

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/03/05

"We are training people to survive the job physically, but we aren't training them to survive it mentally." Mo Shaukat has seen the worst of humanity as a hostage negotiator and correctional officer at the Edmonton Institution, a maximum security federal institution. He knows that for first responders, silence isn't strength—it's a death sentence. This is the story of how Mo brought Boots on the Ground to Alberta to ensure that when a hero hits a breaking point, there is a brother or si...

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18:02

Mandi Fusaro: Building Airdrie's Soul

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/02/26

The "Champion of the Arts" award isn't for the person who writes the biggest cheque. It's for the person who gives the most of themselves. For Mandi Fusaro—actor, director, playwright, and teacher—that has meant spending nearly a decade in the trenches, building the invisible infrastructure of Airdrie's soul. This is a story about the power of showing up, the ROI of belonging, and why local theatre is one of the most powerful tools for building a resilient community. Support the show

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32:08

Kristen Shima: City Builder

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/02/19

Most politicians learn how cities work after they're elected. Kristen Shima spent a decade building them from the inside. With a Master's degree in sustainable community development and a resume that includes securing over $225M in investment, Airdrie's newest Councillor isn't just here to govern—she's here to architect. This is a masterclass in "wicked messy problems," the economic power of culture, and why the future of any city lies in its "people power." Support the show

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35:32

David Barchard: Micro Acres

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/02/13

Most people think farming requires hundreds of acres and massive tractors. David Barchard proves you can feed a community with just a few hundred square feet and a lot of heart. After 15 years in the restaurant industry witnessing a broken supply chain, David and his wife Kirstin founded Micro Acres to bring food security back home. This is a story about pivoting when revenue drops 90% overnight, the "One Green Away" philosophy that drives their philanthropy, and why true abundance means teac...

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26:50

Corbie Dorner: Airdrie's Piano Man

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/02/05

Most musicians think they have to choose: the stability of a "real job" or the freedom of the stage. Corbie Dorner chose both. As a beloved band teacher at Bert Church High School and a dueling pianist at Aussie Rules, Corbie lives at the intersection of education and entertainment. This is a story about the grind of the gig, the resilience required to teach music in a parking lot during COVID, and the one message every young artist needs to hear: "You are enough." Support the show

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34:05

Chad Stewart: City Councillor

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/01/30

Most politicians follow a standard path: Law school, business, public office. Chad Stewart took the scenic route. From a 26-year career on a manufacturing floor to becoming a firefighter in his 30s, and now pitching horror novels to Hollywood producers—Chad is proof that you don't need a traditional background to be a leader. You just need the courage to "do stuff." Support the show

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21:37

Flaysher: One More Light

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/01/23

You can travel the world looking for your sound, but sometimes you have to come home to find it. Brad and Ryan Fleischer (Flaysher) grew up on 90s rock and construction sites. They went to Toronto to chase the music dream, only to realize their true voice was waiting for them back in Alberta, in the cab of a truck. This is a story about brotherhood, the specific power of country music, and how two musicians turned a personal tragedy into "One More Light"—a movement saving lives in Airdrie. ...

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37:34

Jeremy Pollack: Dreadnought Films

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/01/15

Jeremy had friends winning Oscars for Lord of the Rings... and they were miserable. They were just one of a thousand people who "worked on Legolas's cape." That realization sent filmmaker Jeremy Pollock on a different path: a mission to tell his own stories, his own way. This is a masterclass for any creative on choosing authorship over accolades and building a world-class career without asking for anyone's permission. Support the show

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40:07

Heather Spearman: Airdrie's New Mayor

Airdrie Inside ·

2026/01/09

Season 2 of Airdrie Inside kicks off with a bang ad we sit down with a true powerhouse: Airdrie's new Mayor, Heather Spearman. In this exclusive conversation, Chris dives into the questions many of us have been asking since election night. Who is Heather Spearman when the cameras are off? What pulled her toward public service and into the heart of community leadership? And what did the campaign trail really look like? If the municipal election sparked your curiosity, this episode is for you...

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61:10

Jo-Anne Yau: Mentor

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/12/05

What if your greatest failure was actually your biggest opportunity? Jo-Anne Yau's life was supposed to go one way: become a doctor. When that dream died, she discovered a more powerful path. From a shy kid in Airdrie's only Chinese family to a powerhouse lawyer and mentor, Jo-Anne shares a masterclass in resilience, the power of an outsider's perspective, and the unapologetic truth about why serving yourself is the first step to serving your community. Support the show

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38:22

Erin Belley: Tattoos and More

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/11/28

The "starving artist" is a story we tell ourselves. The "gatekept industry" is a wall waiting to be torn down. Erin Belley walked away from the toxic, old-school tattoo world only to come back and build a new one from the ground up—one that values integrity, safety, and business savvy. This is a masterclass for any creative entrepreneur on how to turn personal struggle into a thriving, purpose-driven business. Support the show

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49:30

Airdrie Inside-DC Garth Rabel

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/11/21

Some jobs are just jobs. Others become a code for living. After 48 years of service, Airdrie Fire Department's Deputy Chief Garth Rabel shares the profound, simple, and powerful philosophy that has guided his life and shaped a generation of first responders. This is a masterclass in leadership, legacy, and what it truly means to serve your community. Support the show

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24:27

Tara Pickford: Ambition Performing Arts

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/11/06

As Airdrie races towards 100,000 people, one critical piece of infrastructure is being left behind: a home for its artists. Tara Pickford—entrepreneur, arts advocate, and leader—reveals the hidden struggle and immense potential of Airdrie's arts community. This isn't just a conversation about dance and music; it's about building a city with a soul and creating a legacy for the next generation of leaders. Chapters: 00:00 - The Mission: Creating the Community We Want to Live In 01:14 - It's N...

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41:23

Marilyne Aalhus: Airdrie Chamber of Commerce

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/10/31

Airdrie is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities, but behind the boom is a battle for its soul. Why are local businesses struggling to survive amidst record population growth? Why are residents still driving to Calgary to spend their money? Marilyne Aalhus, the Executive Director of the Airdrie & Region Chamber of Commerce, pulls back the curtain on the real challenges and opportunities facing our city—from employment and transportation to the fight for a downtown core and a stronger loc...

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33:25

Brandon Hegedus: Hegedüs Automobili

Airdrie Inside ·

2025/10/23

In a quiet Airdrie garage, Brandon Hegedus is doing the impossible. He's not just restoring cars; he's building legendary Ferraris and vintage race cars from nothing but tubing, carbon fiber, and a relentless passion. This is the story of how a self-taught kid from Calgary went from building go-karts in his dad's garage to quitting his stable job to follow an insane dream—and build a life he loves. Support the show

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