The Flagstaff County Podcast

Known as the "Community of communities," Flagstaff County consists of 10 rural communities in east central Alberta. Together, these communities create a region that boasts an affordable cost of living, plenty of year-round recreational opportunities, friendly steering-wheel-hand-waving folk and a quiet rural lifestyle.

Podcasting since 2021 • 88 episodes

The Flagstaff County Podcast

Latest Episodes

Rediscovering the Pioneer Spirit

In this episode of the Flagstaff County Podcast, host Cary Castagna sits down with Sarah Gibbard to discuss the inaugural Pioneer Day, taking place June 13 at Beacon Farms near Daysland.Sarah shares the story behind the event, the inspir...

June 01, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 2 • 35:56

Eyes on the Sky

From a rural airstrip in Flagstaff County to the cockpit of a commercial airliner, this episode explores what it takes to turn a dream into a career in aviation.Host Cary Castagna sits down with Aaron Forster, who grew up just outside Se...

April 22, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 1 • 1:20:40

View from the Vest

Host Cary Castagna, Flagstaff County Communications Coordinator, sits down with Sgt. Andy Wetzstein, Commanding Officer of the Killam RCMP Detachment, to talk about the rollout of body-worn cameras in the region. Together, they expl...

November 07, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 9 • 35:45

Building a Brighter Tomorrow

The Battle River Community Foundation has been supporting local charities for the past 30 years. Last year alone, the BRCF granted Flagstaff non-profits more than $100,000. Executive Director Bobbi Way shares how her organization is...

May 29, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 8 • 16:52

Healing Hands

As part of the upcoming 2025 Flagstaff Fitness Challenge, podcast host Cary Castagna sits down with Shirley Damberger, owner of HOM of Well Being. Their conversation focuses on the role of touch in balanced wellness, and also delves into Shirle...

May 22, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 7 • 40:58

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