The Okotoks Podcast
The Okotoks Podcast
Podcast Description
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!
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This podcast explores a range of topics centered around Okotoks, including local business highlights, real estate trends, community events, and iconic landmarks such as the Big Rock. Episodes often highlight personal stories from residents, dive into civic issues with local leaders, and examine cultural elements, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of life in Okotoks.
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!
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 work spans mine projects across Canada and around the world.
Together they unpack one of Alberta's most contentious issues: the push to restart coal mining near the Crowsnest Pass.
Amanda explains the difference between thermal and metallurgical coal, why selenium worries so many people, how land reclamation actually works, and what it could all mean for the Sheep River and the communities downstream.
It's a grounded, refreshingly balanced conversation about mining, land, and life in Okotoks… and a reminder that local voices carry real expertise.
Listen For:
2:30 What is the difference between thermal coal and metallurgical coal?
6:39 Why is selenium the biggest environmental concern in coal mining?
09:00 How does land reclamation restore mined areas in the Rocky Mountains?
20:30 Could Grassy Mountain mining impact the Sheep River near Okotoks?
Guest: Amanda Desjardins, Mining Engineer
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