91 episodes
Mike and Kristen Mike and Kristen
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5.0 • 5 Ratings
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Kristen quits her 6-figure government job to become a full time artist, Mike offers her tricks and tips from his 15 year career as a musician. The husband and wife duo discuss following dreams, living the life of a ”creative”, and all the ridiculous stories along the way. They share chapters from their travel/relationship book ”You and Me” and interview guests about their path to following their own dream. Hilarious, philosophical, and heart warming all at the same time.
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Episode 90: From Funeral Director to Award-Winning Songstress, Terra Spencer Has Discovered a Whole New Life of Music, Touring and Taking Things as They Come
Terra Spencer didn’t grow up with the dream of singing in front of sold-out audiences, touring the world sharing her creativity or accepting multiple awards for her talents, but that’s exactly what happened to her! She listened to the clues along the way and has always been open to making a cold-call that might lead to the next exciting adventure. Her hilarious personality and humble approach to taking on a new career path mid-life had us instantly enamoured. Learn why she loves the colour orange, how she’s building confidence and what cool gifts she brought us!
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
Terra’s Instagram: @orangeterra
Terra’s Website: https://terraspencer.ca/
Tickets to Mike's Marquee show with Elyse Aeryn, Skunk Motel, and Jackson Weldon: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/ -
Episode 89: Skunk Motel is the Friend Group We All Wished We Had. On a Rapid Rise in the Music Industry, This Girl Band is Loud on Stage and Soft in the Studio
Bonded by shared values, the Skunks show up exactly as they are and invite their fans to do the same. Sarah Ellen Morrison (vocals), Maya Taraschi (drums), Sara Eve (bass) and Katelyn Bo (guitar) share stories of representing women, feeling seen, sweating on stage and how doing it together is the band’s priority. We even had all four of them in the studio, Sara Eve on Facetime! Just over a year old (with an undetermined anniversary date!) Skunk Motel tells us about their dreams, mentors, style and how they came up with this catchy name. We love this band and their important message. New music on the 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
Skunk Motel’s Instagram: @skunkmotel
Skunk Motel’s Video, “Pretty Good For a Girl”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRW1vgLjHU
Tickets to Mike AND Skunk Motel's Dec 8th show: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/
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Episode 88: Dustin Harvey of Secret Theatre Is the Yoda of the Industry. We Chat About Using Public Spaces for Stages, AI In the Arts and How Pushing Boundaries Has Led to Special Experiences
Dustin Harvey approaches his work with a wide lens, considering the philosophical “whys” and experiential outcomes. His audience is often incorporated into the performance, connecting for moments, feeling both present and pleasant. We learn about how sports offered an early-influence of challenging himself and how lessons from coaches and athletics are instilled in the creative process too. Secret locations, touring, grants, experiments and creating tension in the mainstream all packed in this episode too!
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
Secret Theatre’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xosecrettheatre/
Dustin’s Website: http://xosecret.org
Links to Dustin’s Work
(We) Are Here - a live film made by hand:
https://vimeo.com/secrettheatre/wearehere
Farewell - a goodbye party for a city:
https://vimeo.com/41254465
Landline - a game of unlikely rendezvous:
https://vimeo.com/270431709
Less + More - a performance created with the help of an audience:
https://vimeo.com/363904686
How Quickly Things Change - a life story told through a costume quick change:
https://vimeo.com/720399030
Alone Together - self-generated theatre:
https://vimeo.com/secrettheatre/attrailer
Tickets to Mike's Marquee show Dec 8th: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/ -
Episode 87: John Mullane of Award-Winning “In-Flight Safety” Chats About Dad Life, Following His Intuition and Cherishing Time Above All Else
Now in the role of producer, accomplished singer-songwriter and ROCK-STAR John Mullane reflects on his creative process. He is someone who allows his gut to guide him, and isn’t afraid to challenge himself. John has a beautiful wisdom when it comes to the music industry and lives his life with equal parts self-awareness! Did we mention he’s the guy with the delicious coffee supply at all the music conferences?! Another inspiring chat with one of the greats!
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
John’s Instagram: @future.dad.music
John’s Website: http://www.futuredadmusic.com
Tickets to Mike's Marquee show Dec 8th: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/ -
Episode 86: Discover Your Enneagram Personality With Krista McNally, A True Creator of Experiences, Self-Awareness and Adventure
Krista McNally guides us through the nine Enneagram types, evaluating each of the qualities discovered in each personality. This type of model unlocks and supports your journey of self-discovery and uncovers the patterns of behaviour that subconsciously drive and motivate us to behave in certain ways. Krista not only facilitates guided discovery session for individuals and couples, she also hosts international retreats, offers hot stone restorative sessions with Lawrencetown Wellness and has launched her own podcast with Deedee Morris called Heartventures. A beautiful chat for self-discovery and insight.
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
Krista’s Instagram: @kristamcnally
Krista’s Website: http://teambuildagency.com/about
Heartventures podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/heartventures/id1712505501
Tickets to Mike's Marquee show Dec 8th: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/ -
Episode 85: Legendary Leith Fleming-Smith Reminds us That Each Moment is an Opportunity to Learn, Grow, and Make Someone Else in the Room Feel Groovy
Leith Fleming-Smith recognizes the most important part of a performance is simply being yourself! Starting piano lessons with his next-door neighbour in small town Hubbards has since led to stadium shows, tours across the country, sold out venues and an adoring fan base. Leith shows us a different side to his life and how his guiding philosophy is embodied both on and off stage. A man who cherishes friendship, has music in his veins, and is always the sweetest person in the room. We’re so lucky to sit down with one of the greatest souls in Canadian music.
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
Leith’s Instagram: @leithfs
Tickets to Mike's Marquee show Dec 8th: https://www.showpass.com/the-town-heroes-the-marquee/
Customer Reviews
Literally Saved my Life
I found Mike & Kristen’s podcast as I was searching for support regarding severe tinnitus. After a hearing injury at the end of 2022, I developed ringing that was so loud and debilitating I didn’t know if I could go on with my life. I scoured the inter-webs for people who were not only surviving, but thriving with this condition and I listened to the episode in which Kristen shared her personal experience with tinnitus and hearing loss.
As a professional artist myself, I really connected with her story and felt very encouraged learning about a successful artist out there who was doing cool things even with the condition. I held onto this awareness and it really helped me through my hardest months at the start of my tinnitus.
I’ve been a fan & follower ever since and love listening to new episode drops. Mike & Kristen are now like my cool pals with even cooler accents. Thanks for putting something out into the world that has more value than you could possibly know.
Great Podcast
Loves these two!
Robyn
I’m loving this show!