Airdrie Inside
Airdrie Inside, with host and long time Airdrie resident, Chris Glass | Bringing light to our homegrown and hardworking heroes.
Episodes
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 professional brewing, and his vision for ...
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 creates unprecedented opportunities
· ...
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 Wally Buono, and now bringing ...
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 sports story - it's a masterclas...
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.
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.
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 to Colombian music, Trinidad & To...
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.
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 that first step can lead to extr...
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 practice that feels more like a spa than...
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 commitment to the iconic Tennessee ...
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 entrepreneur balances being a single mom of...
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 recognized inspiration.
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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 Inside, we believe in the stre...
Ryan Straschnitzki shares his extraordinary journey of resilience and determination in this exclusive Airdrie Inside interview. After surviving the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, Ryan transformed tragedy into purpose, becoming a Paralympic athlete and a powerful advocate for accessibility in sports and everyday life. Later this month Ryan's journey will be brought to life in a six part documentary that debuts on Monday May 26th a...
Eden Taylor, one of Airdrie's rising musical talents, joins host Chris Glass for an intimate conversation about her journey from local open mic nights to winning multiple awards in Nashville. Watch as Eden shares her story of transitioning from sports to music, performs three incredible songs (including two unreleased tracks!), and reveals her unforgettable encounter with Kenny Loggins at the legendary Bluebird Cafe.
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🎮 Step into Glitch Gaming, Airdrie's premier VR and entertainment destination! Join host Chris Glass as Tracy Wright shares their incredible journey from launching during COVID to becoming a local entertainment hotspot.
Discover how this unique venue combines virtual reality, live music, karaoke, and community events to create a gathering space unlike any other in Airdrie. Learn about their business challenges, community suppo...
Meet Joni Daley — the powerhouse behind Rival Axe in Airdrie 🔥🪓
What started as a personal journey has become the go-to spot for fun, connection, and collaboration. Whether you're here to blow off steam with some axe-throwing or brainstorm big ideas in the Boardroom, Rival Axe is more than just a venue — it’s where community and business come to thrive.🎯
🎙 Christian Hudson: Music, Heart & Hometown Roots
Meet Christian Hudson, an Airdrie-raised and rising star who won the Calgary Stampede Talent Search — then gave away the entire $10,000 prize to help the homeless. In this episode Christian talks about his journey from local talent to gold record artist, performs two unreleased tracks, and shares how real stories from the streets changed his life forever.
Airdrie Inside sat down with Riley Tobin, the volunteer coach helping drive the success of George McDougall High School’s basketball program. From his beginnings under the northern lights of the Yukon to becoming a guiding presence in Airdrie, Riley has grown into a mentor for some of the city’s most promising young athletes.
In this episode, Riley shares how community, consistency, and a genuine love for the game are crea...
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