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Motivation isn’t the problem.

If you’ve ever started a “fresh” health kick only to hit a wall, feel guilty over one meal, and wonder why progress never lasts, this episode is for you. Carlin sits down with fitness and nutrition coach Vanessa Hernandez-Munoz, a homegrown expert with big-stage experience, to talk about what actually works when real life gets in the way. No influencer hype, no extreme rules, just the honest stuff people don’t say out loud: why deprivation backfires, how “cheat days” can help instead of hurt, and the simple shifts that make weight management sustainable.

But this conversation goes deeper than food and workouts. Vanessa opens up about perimenopause, mental health, and the scary, confusing symptoms that can leave women feeling exhausted and alone, sometimes even convinced something is seriously wrong. It’s raw, practical, and surprisingly hopeful, the kind of episode that makes you feel seen and gives you a clearer path forward. If you’re ready for real answers from someone right here in our community, press play.

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2:48 What’s the biggest mistake people make when trying to lose weight?

5:38 Should you be having cheat days—or avoiding them?

9:47 How extreme is a bodybuilder’s diet before competition?

15:55 What can women expect during perimenopause—and how should they prepare?

25:41 Is low testosterone sabotaging men’s fitness and energy levels?

Guest Vanessa Hernandez-Munoz

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On Friday, January 23rd, I had the chance to emcee Robbie Burns night in Okotoks, raising funds for the Rowan House Society and the future Youth Hub of Okotoks, and it was my first real look at the people behind Rotary’s work. What hit me most was how rooted their service is in genuine care, including members heading to Mexico this April to help build homes, and it reminded me how proud I am to call myself an Okotokian

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Strong homes start with hard conversations.

In this Okotoks Shorts episode, Carlin Lutzer sits down with renowned speaker and family expert Dr. Dave Currie, who’s coming to town for a powerful weekend of events at the Okotoks Evangelical Free Church.

From helping parents navigate the digital chaos affecting Gen Alpha, to practical tips on having the sex talk, and offering lifelines to marriages that feel like they’re barely hanging on…this conversation is full of hope, wisdom, and real tools for real families.

With 50 years of experience in marriage and family counseling, Dr. Dave brings authenticity, humor, and encouragement to parents and couples who are looking for guidance in raising kids and deepening their relationships in a tech-dominated, fast-changing world.

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:20 What parenting challenges will Dr. Dave Currie tackle during his Okotoks visit?

2:11 How do you talk to your kids about sex in today’s world?

3:42 What digital battles are kids facing—and how can parents fight back?

4:11 What does a one-day marriage tune-up actually look like?

8:36 Can hopeless marriages really turn around after just one day?

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What if Alberta really did separate from Canada—then what?

Carlin Lutzer welcomes back former Alberta cabinet minister Thomas Lukaszuk to unpack the heated and highly personal debate around Alberta’s political future.

With over 456,000 signatures recently submitted to oppose a sovereignty referendum, Lukaszuk reflects on the state of civil discourse, the real risks of separatism, and why he believes independence is a dangerous illusion.

From rural voter disenfranchisement to the haunting lessons of Quebec and Brexit, this conversation dives deep into the emotional and economic realities of separation…and urges Albertans to think critically before they vote.

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8:10 Could Alberta separatism spiral out of control like Quebec?

14:12 What is Thomas Lukaszuk’s vision for fixing Canada without separation?

37:04 Could the U.S. take advantage of an independent Alberta?

52:52 When will the Alberta referendum actually happen?

54:56 Are frustrated voters unknowingly risking Alberta’s future?

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Thomas A. Lukaszuk

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