Make It with Mike and Kristen

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Make It with Mike and Kristen episodes

August 24, 2022 Episode 23: Mike and Kristen Talk About Health & Wellness Including Some Daily Practices and Foregone Experiments
Artists need to take care of their minds and bodies to stay creative and in flow. Mental health and mindfulness are key drivers to overall health so we wanted to share some of our own successes on exercise, nutrition and mindful practices that help keep us going. Mike talks about reverse high heels and Kristen talks about coffee enemas. The rest is somewhere in between!
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
1 hr 13 min
August 17, 2022 Episode 22: Vanessa Furlong Has Lived as an Actress, Musician, Circus Performer and Now Therapy Clown! Diverse and Unique, This Episode Will Take You By Surprise.
With a background in theatre, music and performance, New Brunswick born Vanessa Furlong has had a long creative life. Her former band Three Sheet brought an eclectic sound to the Halifax music scene with a hip-hop vibe and off the cuff performances. She has worked in circus performance for the past five years, notably with her artistic partner Erin Ball who together form “LEGacy Circus”. She also holds the ONLY therapy clown position in the province, and you might be surprised by what this role involves. OH, and she is also a mom, an advocate for the disabled community, does Taekwondo and has taken up running…
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
Vanessa’s social media: @vanessa_bobessa
LEGacy Circus: @legacy_circus
1 hr 8 min
August 10, 2022 Episode 21: Jackson Weldon on Pursuing Happiness, Stepping into the Music Industry and Being 18
Up and coming singer-songwriter Jackson Weldon talks about going from high school graduation to playing local gigs. This 18-year-old creative shares bits of his writing process, past and present musical influences and the serendipitous nature of meeting Mike at our favourite local restaurant, the Rustic Crust. This episode will make you feel nostalgic, inspired and considerate of your relationship to the arts and their artists!
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
Jackson’s social media: @jacksonweldonn
Episode Sponsored by: Forget Me Not Hair Studio
Instagram: @forgetmenothairstudio
1 hr 35 min
August 03, 2022 Episode 20: Blanche Israël on Being a Professional Cellist, New Mom and Entrepreneur Extraordinaire
Classically trained musician Blanche Israël has recently birthed the most beautiful baby girl! She talks about parenting and how this new life adventure factors into her creativity. Her days performing with Indigenous frontman Jeremy Dutcher are still fast and furious, always offering something new and unexpected. PLUS, Blanche shares entrepreneurial tips and how the days of working a 9-5 can be replaced by what makes sense for our lifestyles.
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
Blanche’s social media: @blancheis
Episode Sponsored by: Erin Bulger Photography
Instagram: @erinbulger
1 hr 16 min
July 27, 2022 Episode 19: Willie Stratton on Music, Fashion, Making it and How Halifax is Changing
Accomplished musician Willie Stratton is the East Coast’s Elvis Presley! Influenced by folk, rock, country and more, his versatile style is one of a kind. Willie chats about his new album “Drugstore Dreamin” and how it feels like a brand-new style of production and sound. He shares tips on where to buy great jewelry, music history and how he survived the pandemic as an artist.
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
Willie’s social media: @williestratton
Episode Sponsored by: Steph Mcnamara Photography
Instagram: @stephmcnamaraphotography
1 hr 23 min
July 20, 2022 Episode 18: Duane Jones of Art Pays Me Shares How He Stays True to His Creative Style, The Importance of Experimentation and Taking Artistic Risks
Duane Jones is an accomplished painter, lifestyle brand creator and podcaster. We chat about his upcoming shows, how he got into podcasting and his diverse influences. Duane candidly shares the realities of being a professional artist and how life experience - like listening to people he disagrees with - can offer inspiration. He also reflects on what “making it” looks like to him and questions whether or not he has limiting beliefs to this success.
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
Art Pays Me social media: @artpaysme
Duane’s site: www.artpaysme.com
Episode Sponsored by: The Floatation Centre
Instagram: @thefloatcentre
1 hr 26 min
July 13, 2022 Episode 17: deaf Girl: Kristen Wakes Up Completely Deaf in Her Left Ear
A few weeks ago, Kristen woke up and had gone completely deaf in her left ear. Listen to her 12-year long experience with hearing loss, tinnitus, the medical system and how her disability has impacted her art. You can also guess what ghost is occupying her ear! You’ll see…
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
1 hr
July 06, 2022 Episode 16: Stephanie Joline on Drumming, Filmmaking, What it Means to Win Awards and How Being in Control is a Full-Time Priority
Steph Joline is an award-winning filmmaker, though would probably never tell you that herself. She prefers to go against the grain and find success and celebration through storytelling and highlighting social issues. Her recent film “Night Blooms” pays tribute to the 90s and what it meant to grow up in a small town, exploring intimate relationships. She talks about how being in control of life can be both a struggle and a blessing. This candid reflection offers relatable insight to what it means to be an artist. Steph shares how she connects with her Indigenous background and the ways imposter’s syndrome can creep in to that identity.
"Night Blooms" AND "Words Matter" now available for streaming in Canada.
Words Matter: Watch Here
Night Blooms: Watch Here (or wherever you stream your flicks!)

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
Steph Joline social media: @Stephjoline
Night Blooms social media: @night_blooms_movie
Episode Sponsored by: Erin Bulger Photography
Instagram: @erinbulger
1 hr 55 min
June 29, 2022 Episode 15: Ellis Burry on How They Tapped into the Halifax Music Scene and How They Promote Inclusive Shows for The Queer Community
“Burry” shares their roadmap to becoming a musician in Halifax, how they sent blind emails to established artists and how they seem to only write songs during challenging times. We chat about how Ellis and their partner Sam road-tripped across Canada, discovering new cities and a few homophobic towns along the way. A proud Croc wearer, tattoo collector, arts advocate and talented performer, Ellis offers up their show highlights and what’s on the horizon for their budding music career.
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
Burry social media: @Burryofficial
Episode Sponsored by: Stephanie Warren Hair
Instagram: @stephwarrenhair
1 hr 1 min
June 22, 2022 Episode 14: We’re Back from Colombia! Hear All About What an Artist Residency Is and The Life Changing Lessons We Brought Home with Us
We spent a month in the middle of nowhere Colombia at a coffee plantation turned artist residency. Among the company of international creatives, Ric Dragon and the rescue doggos we chat about how sometimes a difficult experience is just what the soul needs. We evaluate whether or not we’re “too Canadian,” tell the story of how Mike’s band helped a 13-year old local boy whose life is in danger and reflect on how sometimes life’s surprises are just what you need. PLUS, Mike gets mega sick on Kristen’s 40th birthday and we go boating in New York City!
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
Episode Sponsored by: Art Pays Me
On the web: www.artpaysme.com
Instagram: @artpaysme
GO FUND ME FOR JOSHUA: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fj6rf7-joshua-needs-help
1 hr 16 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.