Make It with Mike and Kristen

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Make It with Mike and Kristen episodes

March 22, 2023 Episode 53: Wayne Bedecki: Musician, Hockey Player, and Danny Zuko
Cape Breton born Wayne Bedecki is a man of many talents! Hockey brought him to Halifax, but music made him stay. He’s recently released a brand-new album with many of the songs reflecting his struggle with addiction. He’s now celebrating 4-years of sobriety and pursuing all kinds of adventurous things like musical theatre and singing scales through straws. Such a positive, kind and humble guy. We loved this chat!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Wayne’s Instagram: @waynebedecki
Wayne’s Website: www.waynebedecki.com
1 hr 10 min
March 15, 2023 Episode 52: Mike and Kristen Celebrate Their ONE-YEAR Podcast Anniversary!
We reflect on the past 52 weeks of podcasting and all of the ways that this creative project has changed our lives. We chat about how the episodes have evolved, cracking the top 100 art podcasts in the world and give shout-outs to our guests for the magic they have shared with us. Lots of tips for starting your own podcast and lots of love shared for our world-wide listeners. THANK-YOU!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Mike’s Instagram: @michael_s_ryan
Kristen’s Instagram: @kristenherrington.art
1 hr 12 min
March 08, 2023 Episode 51: Katie Kelly is Your Entertainment Starlette and Our New Best Friend
You all know the sensational Katie Kelly from CTV News and today we turn the tables and learn all about her life! We chat about what a typical day looks like, manifesting dream jobs and our mutual infatuation with Kurt Browning. Katie is every bit as special and sweet as you would imagine and is in her natural element highlighting the accomplishments of others. She’s a recent Music Nova Scotia award recipient for Media Person of the Year AND is nominated for an ECMA. We love this woman!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Katie’s Instagram: @katiekellyhali
1 hr 38 min
March 01, 2023 Episode 50: Craig Mercer is a Lifetime Musician Who is Now Giving Back to the Next Generation
Having spent over 20 years on the road, selling out shows and singing his guts out with The Jimmy Swift Band, Craig Mercer is an accomplished musician and innovator in the music industry. A respected teacher of the business and now a creative industries expert at the Nova Scotia Community College, Craig lends his experience in important ways. We learn how he almost met Iron Maiden on the soccer field and how becoming a dad was his favourite life-decision to date. From the JSB to Scientists of Sound to Maximum Overdrive, Craig’s diverse talents will keep you rockin’!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Craig’s Instagram: @scientistsofsound
1 hr 16 min
February 22, 2023 Episode 49: Rudy Pacé and T.J. Ploughman of Electric Spoonful Share Their Wild Side Both On and Off Stage
Cape Breton born punk-rock-crazy-crowd-pleasing-award-winning music legends join us for a candid chat about what it’s like recording and performing punk-metal mayhem for a career! Coming from small towns didn’t stifle the ambition and creative expression of this (now) Halifax-based band. They bring their authentic personalities to the stage, though they spend most of the time immersed with the crowd, getting covered in various fluids and pummelled by adoring fans. Hear about their upcoming weekend festival, “Spoonapalooza” and how a sense of belonging has kept them motivated.
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Electric Spoonful’s Instagram: @electricspoonful

Electric Spoonful’s website: https://electricspoonful.bandcamp.com/

1 hr 21 min
February 15, 2023 Episode 48: Wendy Brookhouse of Black Star Wealth Expands and Challenges Our Money Mindset in Ways You’ve Never Considered Before
What was your first memory of money? Why do we worry about always having enough? How do you make decisions on where and how much money to spend? We dig into these big questions and the idea that while we may never have been taught about money, we learned about it subconsciously! It’s time to question some of those old beliefs and start living a life of financial freedom. Wendy teaches us the importance of finding our “why” and how to prioritize spending habits. We learn how artists can “smooth” their spending and live without worry. A must listen for entrepreneurs!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Wendy’s Instagram: @blackstarwealth

Wendy’s website: https://blackstarwealth.com/
1 hr 23 min
February 08, 2023 Episode 47: Naturopathic Doctor, Ashley Margeson Teaches Us How to Optimize Our Energy Bank Accounts and Prevent Burnout
Have you ever identified your energy deposits and withdrawals? Dr. Ashley Margeson of Cornerstone Naturopathic helps us keep our bank accounts in order! She shares the signs and symptoms of burnout, explains how our hormones change with age and how opinion based social media health advice is only confusing our well-being. Dr. Ashley has her own podcast, “The Superwoman Code” where you can hear tips and advice from the experts AND has an upcoming virtual course for all you hard-working entrepreneurs out there.
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Dr. Ashley’s Instagram: @drashleymargeson

Dr. Ashley’s website: https://www.ashleymargeson.com/

Superwoman Code podcast: https://thesuperwomancode.com/podcast/

Cornerstone Naturopathic: https://cornerstonenaturopathic.ca/

PROMO CODE to save 25% on all of Dr. Ashley’s courses: Mike&Kristen25 (enter at check-out)
1 hr 27 min
February 01, 2023 Episode 46: Former Nova Scotia Premier, Iain Rankin Talks About His Rise in Politics and His Connection to Community
Only in his 30s, Cape Breton born Iain Rankin climbs the political ladder from community MLA to Premier! We chat about the challenges of being in the public eye, his proudest achievements, being a new father to Freya and how his wife Mary earns more money playing the bagpipes than him! Always calm and collected, Iain shows up with honesty and transparency.
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Iain’s Instagram: @iainrankin

Iain’s website: https://www.iainrankin.ca

1 hr
January 25, 2023 Episode 45: Visual Artist Chanelle Jefferson Teaches Us How Knowing Yourself is The Most Powerful Creative Tool of All
Having overcome a number of life-changing obstacles and emotional traumas, Chanelle epitomizes what translating your soul onto the canvas truly means. Her self-awareness and creative spirit required a great deal of self-reflection, openness and a little guidance from her dog Maggie, who Chanelle claims saved her life. You’ll learn from this episode how simply being yourself can lead to the most profonde outcomes.
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Chanelle’s Instagram: @ chanellejefferson_

Chanelle’s website: https://www.chanellejefferson.com/

1 hr 11 min
January 18, 2023 Episode 44: Musicians Elyse Aeryn and Garrett Taylor are Partners Both on and Off the Stage and They’re Rising Like Wild Fire!
If you want to hear from two of the hardest working musicians in the industry, look no further! Elyse Aeryn left her corporate career to pursue a dream of writing, singing and sharing the stage with her life-partner Garrett Taylor. Together, they are magic makers! We chat about how growing up in “big-city” Cape Breton influenced their impressive work ethic, local pride and drive to show others that designing an ideal day is there for the taking. Check out their new music video, “Under My Skin” for an elegant and opulent experience.
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative
Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: [email protected]
Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo
Intro song: "The Walk"
Outro song: "The Jam" both by Mike’s band The Town Heroes - www.thetownheroes.com

Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com
Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com

Elyse’s Instagram: @elyseaeryn
https://www.facebook.com/elyseaeryn
https://www.tiktok.com/@elyseaeryn_
https://music.elyseaeryn.com/listen
Garrett’s Instagram: @taylor12_

Elyse’s website: https://www.elyseaeryn.com

1 hr 28 min

About Make It with Mike and Kristen

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Creative people make things in an effort to “make it”. But what does making it really mean? Is it selling out stadiums, having your painting in the Louvre, making enough money from your art to pay your bills, or simply having the privilege of getting to create in your spare time? Success looks different for everyone, and we’re here to explore those paths and what it takes to make them a reality.