Rural Unrecognized

About Rural Unrecognized

“Rural, Unrecognized is a podcast in which we showcase the inspiring stories of small business owners from the Flagstaff Region and beyond. We dive deep into the journeys of these entrepreneurs who have turned their dreams into a reality, and hear about the struggles, successes, and lessons learned along the way. Each episode, we will feature a different small business owner and discuss their unique experiences in starting and running their business. From brick-and-mortar shops to online stores, we'll cover a variety of industries and share valuable insights and advice for anyone looking to start or grow their own business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or just interested in learning more about the small business community, "Rural, Unrecognized" is the podcast for you. Tune in and get inspired by the amazing stories of these passionate and dedicated individuals who are making a difference in their communities and beyond.”

Publisher

Flagstaff County

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Jul 2023

Latest episode

16 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jun 2026

   The Harty Locomotive Works Story

   Send us Fan Mail How does a blacksmith in the middle of nowhere build a global business? The forge is the craft, but the phone is the storefront. Jessica sits down with Ethan Harty, a first-generation blacksmith who started at 11, dropped out of high school at 16, and now ships work around the world from rural Alberta. He breaks down Damascus steel, the 800-pound jobs and the steam locomotive he’s restoring on camera, and the one idea behind it all: social media is his “accessible storefront,...

2. 

   13 May 2026

   The KR Counselling & Psychotherapy Story

   Send us Fan Mail KR Counselling and Psychotherapy: Breaking the Stigma & Building Mental Health in Rural Communities | Krysta Rathwell What if therapy didn't feel intimidating… but felt like coming home to yourself? In this episode of Rural Unrecognized, released for Mental Health Awareness Month, Jessica sits down with Krysta Rathwell, founder of KR Counselling and Psychotherapy in Forestburg, Alberta, a village of just 800 people in Flagstaff County. After 20 years in education, includ...

3. 

   20 Apr 2026

   The Country Cupboard Farm Store Story

   Send us Fan Mail What if shopping wasn’t something you rushed through… but something you experienced? In this episode of Rural Unrecognized, Jessica sits down with Trish Muirhead, founder of The Country Cupboard Farm Store, a unique rural destination just outside Sedgwick in Flagstaff County. What started as a simple love for wildflowers and a few backyard chickens quickly grew into a thriving farm store which is now home to 80+ chickens, sheep, ducks, and a thoughtfully curated selection of ...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

299

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

12

Social presence

0

YouTube

64

Engagement

60