Airdrie Inside

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

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...

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...

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...

In Airdrie, we celebrate the big wins, but what about the people who make it all possible? Kimble Christie, Chair of the Airdrie Sport Council, joins us to reveal the "Airdrie POPS"—a new initiative to honor the unsung heroes of our community's sports scene. From the team manager to the concession stand worker, these are the people who build community one game at a time. Learn how y...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with Kaal Cheyne from Nose Creek Players to discuss Airdrie's thriving Theatre scene, the exciting new Inspire Center, and how community Theatre builds belonging in this growing city. Celebrating 40 years of community Theatre in Airdrie, Kaal shares insights on upcoming productions and how locals can get involved with this vibrant arts organization. 🎭 SU...

Airdrie Inside host Chris Glass sits down with Ryder Frampton, George McDougall Mustangs star defensive back who recently signed with the University of Calgary Dinos. Ryder shares his football journey from Atoms to high school, discusses Airdrie's emergence as a football powerhouse, and previews the upcoming Airdrie Homecoming Festival featuring the 23rd Airdrie Bowl. 🏈 AIRDRIE HOMECOMING FE...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with Airdrie musician Steve Jevne for an intimate conversation about his musical journey, from his early days inspired by Guns N' Roses to his current country music career. Steve shares stories about local artists, performs two original songs, and reveals his plans to open a recording studio in Airdrie! 🎵 LIVE PERFORMANCES: - "Mr. Bartender" at...

After losing her 5-year-old son Lane in 2009 due to limited healthcare access, Michelle Bates transformed her grief into action. This powerful interview reveals how the Airdrie Health Foundation was born from tragedy and has since improved healthcare access for over 90,000 residents. "Minutes matter. And I guess that's where our journey starts." - Michelle Bates Lane was only five w...

Airdrie Inside presents an inspiring conversation with Sandip "Sammy" Randhawa, a pillar of Airdrie's Sikh community who's transforming the city through service, cultural celebration, and community building. From feeding thousands weekly through the Guru Nanak Free Kitchen to organizing multicultural events and opening a new event center, Sammy shares how his faith inspires his...

Meet Jacob Ardown, the "natural athy, purebred beauty and weapon on the sheet" behind the viral hockey comedy sensation "On The Bench." With 464K Instagram followers and 162K YouTube subscribers, Jacob and his crew have turned accidental goofing around into a social media empire that's changing hockey culture one chirp at a time. In this hilarious interview, Jacob breaks d...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with Kyle Wudrich, owner and brewmaster of 948 Brewing, to discuss Airdrie's growing craft beer scene, the challenges of opening during COVID-19, and how community support has been crucial to their success. Kyle shares the story behind the brewery's name (a nostalgic nod to Airdrie's original phone prefix), his journey from home brewing to profe...

Discover why Africa is becoming the hottest investment destination for Canadian entrepreneurs! In this eye-opening interview, Doreen Ayorech, founder of As Well As Strategic Concepts, reveals how investors are safely capitalizing on Africa's massive opportunities - from her home base right here in Airdrie, Alberta.   What You'll Learn: ·       Why Africa's 18.5-year median age creat...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with longtime friend Adam Blasetti, former BC Lions and Montreal Alouettes coach, who's making a bold career pivot by opening Adamo Bistro inside Airdrie's Genesis Place. In this inspiring episode of Airdrie Inside, discover how Adam went from growing up "Canadian poor" in Calgary's northeast to coaching alongside CFL legends like Wall...

When Airdrie's own Colton Jackson and Team Alberta were down 21-0 to cocky Ontario in the U18 National Championship, nobody expected what happened next... Join Chris Glass on Airdrie Inside as he sits down with Bert Church Chargers linebacker Colton Jackson, fresh off his INCREDIBLE performance as Defensive MVP in Alberta's stunning national championship victory. This isn't just a s...

Join host Chris Glass as he interviews Juan Cardenas, one of Airdrie's most dedicated youth leaders, on this episode of Airdrie Inside. Juan is a dedicated volunteer and one of the brightest young voice in Airdrie. Discover how young voices are actively shaping our city's future through the Board of Youth Affairs, Arts & Culture Council, and the transformative Inspire Center.  Suppor...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with Keisha Mawadza , a remarkable 19-year-old international student from Zimbabwe who's making waves in Airdrie's youth and community programs. From her childhood experiences across continents to her insights on post-pandemic youth challenges, Keisha shares her inspiring journey and vision for our community's future. Support the show

Experience the vibrant celebration of diversity at Airdrie CultureFest 2025! Join host Chris Glass from Airdrie Inside as he takes you through this incredible community event featuring 35+ performances, 20 food vendors, and close to 10,000 attendees celebrating Canada's multicultural tapestry. This second annual festival showcases the best of what Airdrie has to offer - from Ukrainian dance t...

Meet Dan Patel, the inspiring entrepreneur who transformed his engineering background into a thriving hotel empire in Airdrie. In this exclusive Airdrie Inside interview with Chris Glass, Dan shares his remarkable journey from immigrant to successful business owner, with insights on why Airdrie is the perfect place for business growth. Support the show

Meet Britton, the creative force behind Airdrie Inside! In this heartfelt conversation, discover how a former sports reporter evolved into a documentary filmmaker making global impact while staying rooted in the Airdrie community. From covering high school football to creating a documentary that's helping orphans in Kenya, Britton shares his passion for authentic storytelling and how taking t...

In this exclusive interview, host Chris Glass sits down with Dr. Cody Creelman, founder of Fen Vet, to discover how he's transformed veterinary care in Airdrie through his innovative "7-star customer experience" approach. From humble beginnings to serving an Airdrie client list of over 12,000 customers in just five years, Dr. Creelman shares his inspiring journey of building a pract...

From playing with the Airdrie Storm in 3rd grade to becoming Western Canada's FIRST 5-star football recruit, Gabriel "Big Squish" Osenda shares his incredible journey to Tennessee Volunteers football. In this exclusive Airdrie Inside interview, Gabriel discusses his decision to leave Canada for Florida's Clearwater Academy, his experience at Baylor School in Tennessee, and his...

Join host Chris Glass as he sits down with Hien Le, the remarkable woman behind Airdrie's beloved Petite Saigon Vietnamese restaurant. In this heartwarming conversation at Rival Axe, Hien shares her 26-year journey as Airdrie's first Vietnamese restaurant owner, from when the city was just 10,000 people to today's thriving community of 80,000. Discover how this award-winning entrepr...

Meet Lovepreet Deo, one of Canada's Top 25 Most Influential Women and an extraordinary adaptive athlete from Airdrie. Despite cerebral palsy, she's conquered half marathons, biked an incredible 2,000km in a year, and completed numerous physical challenges that inspire everyone around her. Her motto "Never Give Up" has transformed her from a nervous gym-goer to a nationally reco...

In this episode of the Airdrie Inside podcast, I had the chance to chat with Tiffany Bennett-Allen, a key member of the planning committee for Airdrie CultureFest — our city’s annual multicultural festival taking place July 1 at Nose Creek Park. As both the host of this podcast and a member of the CultureFest team, it's means so much to see these two parts of my world connect. At Airdrie Insi...