Make It with Mike and Kristen

Episode 27: Trevor Murphy Has a CV Longer Than Your Grandmother’s Collection of Encyclopedias! Musician, Publicist, Radio Host, and Label Owner are Just Some of His Achievements.

Is there anyone more savvy in the entertainment industry than Surettes Island (Yarmouth) own, Trevor Murphy?! We could have talked with Trev for hours more given his treasure chest of knowledge. We explore his creative work with Acadian communities, how being a teenager in a small town shaped his passion for music AND he recites the entire lineup, in order, from Summersault 2000. Trevor shares insight on the creative economy in Nova Scotia and how revisiting his Acadian heritage has led to new and exciting opportunities. 
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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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
 
Trevor’s Instagram: @hfxisburning @sluicehfx @acadianembassy

Episode 26: Stephanie Purcell is our Captain! Successful Entrepreneur, Ring-Leader and Professional “Bringing-People-Together” Agent

A well-known leader in the entertainment industry, Steph Purcell is the Master of anticipating what we need. She shows up with confidence, decisiveness and thoughtfulness in both her work and personal life. Hear how building relationships has led to both a thriving business and a friend group that many envy. Oh, and there was that yacht party… 
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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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
 
Stephanie’s Instagram: @purcell.steph
 
Vox Agency Instagram: @voxagency
 
Website: www.voxagency.ca
 

Episode 25: Tori Cameron and Zach MacLean are Both Super Chill and Badass Rock N’ Roll. Listen to How Starting Over Has Brought New Perspective and Lifestyle.

This powerhouse creative couple shares how the pandemic led them to sobriety, new jobs and “starting from zero” towards reinventing themselves. Zach bought Tori a sandwich on a tour in Germany and that is the key to any travelling artist’s heart! Both lifelong musicians, Zach and Tori share stories of their most memorable gigs, the impact of a live audience and how change can be the best way to keep life interesting.
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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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 24: A How to Guide on Elopement!

We eloped over six years ago in Jamaica and are often asked, “how did you do that?” Today’s episode shares the first chapter of our audiobook, “You and Me” which tells the story of our special wedding day. A drug dealer takes our photo, Mike sprains his wrist at our wedding party trying to crack open a piñata and Kristen encourages you to do things your own way!
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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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: Bello Day Spa
Instagram: @bello.day.spa

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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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 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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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

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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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

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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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

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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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

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: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com 
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