The Okotoks Podcast
The Okotoks Podcast is your ultimate guide to life in Okotoks! Hosted by Carlin Lutzer, a professional realtor and proud Okotokian, this podcast brings you stories, insights, and conversations about what makes this town just south of Calgary such a special place to live. Whether you’ve called Okotoks home for years or you’re just getting to know the community, this podcast is your connection to everything happening in town.
From local businesses and real estate trends to community events and hidden gems, The Okotoks Podcast celebrates the people, places, and experiences that define life here. We talk about what it truly means to be an Okotokian, cheering for the Dawgs and Okotoks Oilers, sharing firsthand perspectives from those who shape the town’s unique identity.
And, of course, we can’t talk about Okotoks without mentioning the legendary Big Rock, an iconic landmark that serves as a symbol of our strong, growing community.
Join Carlin Lutzer as he explores the heart and soul of Okotoks, bringing you engaging interviews, local insights, and everything you need to stay connected to the place we proudly call home. Whether you’re looking for the latest news, local recommendations, or just a reason to love Okotoks even more, this podcast has something for you!
Episodes
92 episodes
5 Questions, 5 Minutes: What’s Happening in Okotoks, Alberta and Beyond?
Curtis Armstrong is back, and we’re welcoming a new panelist, Emma Calver from Okotoks, for another episode of 5 Questions, 5 Minutes (5Q5M) on The Okotoks Podcast.This week, we’re covering everything from professional sports to s...
No to the Nine? Yes to the Nine? Alberta’s Forgotten Referendum Questions
Alberta’s referendum debate has been dominated by one issue: independence.But there are nine questions on the ballot.With all the talk of “Yes to the Nine” and “No to the Nine,” I realized something: had I act...
Alberta: Why Stay? Why Go? | Keith Wilson & Paul Howarth
Why Stay? Why Go? | Keith Wilson & Paul HowarthAlberta is facing a question that is creating passionate debate across the province: Should Alberta stay in Canada, or is it time to go?In this episode of The Oko...
Travellers Concert Series
What does it take to bring live music to the Foothills?This week on The Okotoks Podcast, I’m joined by Kevin Levacque, who organizes the Travellers Concert Series, and recording artist Meera Sylvain. Kevin shares what goes into ...
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Is Alberta Too Divided to Listen?
Politics can divide friends, families and entire communities. Is there a way to disagree without giving up on each other?On this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Carlin sits down with Brandi Weston, a University of Calgary researcher whos...
Keeping Kids and Seniors Safe | Chris Kennedy
Are your kids prepared to speak up and get help if a situation feels unsafe? Would you recognize a scam if it sounded like someone you love?This week on The Okotoks Podcast, I sit down with Chris Kennedy, owner and instru...
Let Alberta Decide - Tanya Clemens
Alberta is facing an important conversation about its future—and Albertans deserve the opportunity to decide what that future should look like.In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, I welcome Tanya Clemens back to discuss Alber...
OKOTOKS AT A CROSSROADS
Okotoks is growing—but are we growing too fast, and are we prepared for what comes next?In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, I sit down with Paul Howarth for a frank conversation about the future of our community. We discuss ...
Soul Sisters Café
On the northeast edge of Okotoks, a new commercial development has been taking shape for years. Now, it finally feels like the finish line is in sight.Located at the corner of Milligan Drive and 48 Street, the development will feature ev...
Tarriff This!!
Tariff This: Elbows Up, Egos Down“Elbows up” has become Canada’s rallying cry—but is retaliation actually a strategy?In this solo episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Carlin Lutzer draws on 15 years in real estate to examine how arroga...
The Story Behind 10Fold Group | CEO Nathan Neufeld
Why would a company with no clients in the Foothills Region put its name on our Regional Field House?Carlin sits down with Nathan Neufeld, CEO of the Tenfold Group, to discover the answer.Nathan shares his journey from growi...
Healthcare @ Home!
Sick… and Sick and Tired of WaitingWhat if getting medical care didn’t mean sitting for hours in a waiting room?In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Carlin sits down with Charlene Crooks, BScN, MN, FNP-C, owner ...
What's Gone Wrong With Youth Sports? With Chris Cederstrand
Youth sports are supposed to teach teamwork, accountability, resilience and a love of the game. But with rising costs, packed schedules and increasing pressure to win, have we lost sight of their real purpose?Chris Cederstrand returns to...
When the Cleats Come Off: Ricky Sanchez’s Next Chapter
Ricky Sanchez came to Okotoks from Mexico City at just 15 years old with very little English, a love for baseball and a dream he was determined to pursue.In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Ricky shares the story of leaving his famil...
A Taste of Italy in Okotoks: The Family Behind Amedeo’s
In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Carlin sits down with Amedeo, the owner and executive chef behind Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant.Born in Calabria, Italy, Amedeo shares his journey from culinary school in Italy to working as an execu...
Data Centres In Alberta: Are the Benefits Worth the Cost?
Are data centres a major economic opportunity for Alberta—or do the demands on electricity, water and local infrastructure outweigh the benefits?In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, Carlin sits down with Jasona Rondeau to explore Albe...
High River Unfiltered with Mayor Craig Snodgrass
What happens when you sit down with a mayor who doesn't speak in political talking points?In this episode of The Okotoks Podcast, I sit down with Mayor Craig Snodgrass for one of the most open and candi...
5 Questions 5 Minutes Part 2
In this episode of the Okotoks Podcast, Carlin Lutzer is joined once again by Brent Robinson, Executive Director of Lacrosse Alberta, and Curtis Armstrong, Publisher of The Western Wheel, for another round of fast-...
Too Much Too Fast? Part 2 The Future of Okotoks Growth
Since our first conversation on growth in Okotoks, a lot has happened.If you'd like to share your thoughts with Town Council, please take a few minutes to reach out. Visit the link below and select "Mayor & Council" from the drop-do...
What's Next for the Okotoks Air Ranch Airport?
What happens to a community when a beloved local landmark is given a second life? For years, many Okotokians worried that the Okotoks Air Ranch Airport (CFX2) might disappear into yet another housing development. Carlin ...
The Check-In That Could Save a Life
What does it really take for a man to admit he's not okay…and what can a community like Okotoks do to make that conversation easier? Carlin Lutzer sits down with Melanie Taylor, therapist and owner of Connected Therapy Services in O...
Coal Mining Risk or Opportunity?
What does responsible mining actually look like and is it even possible on Alberta's eastern slopes? Carlin Lutzer sits down with Amanda Desjardins, a professional mining consultant who has called Okotoks home for 14 years and whose...
Why Are Insurance Rates So High In Alberta?
Why are Albertans paying so much more for insurance, and is there any relief in sight? Carlin Lutzer sits down with local insurance broker Brayden Vellenoweth to unpack the complex forces driving insurance costs across Albert...
Inside 20 Years of Okotoks Dawgs Baseball
What does it truly mean when a sports team becomes so woven into a community that you simply cannot imagine summer without it? Carlin Lutzer sits down with William Gardner, longtime volunteer executive and community ambassador of th...
Golf in the Foothills: with PGA Pro David Robinson
What does it really take to fall in love with golf and what makes Okotoks one of the best places in Alberta to play it? This episode dives into the fairways, Foothills, and philosophy of the game with David Robinson, head profession...
