Each episode, twenty-something creative, Merike Hess has a casual chat with a new regular human who does cool things! Lets hear how people's lives have changed unexpectedly for the better and how creativity can show up in all parts of life.
Recognizing and inspiring everyday creativity with designers, dancers to engineers and everyone in between✨
Follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod on Instagram and find video versions on IGTV and Youtube
Potter Natalie Miller with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 15
After a looong hiatus on the pod, Merike is back with Canadian potter and small business owner, Natalie Miller of Fledgling Studios (//www.fledglingstudios.ca).
Natalie talks us through changing careers multiple times, getting an alternative education, the ups and down of being a full time small business owner and so much more!
You can find and shop Natalie's beautiful handmade pottery on Instagram @fledglingstudios (https://www.instagram.com/fledglingstudios/) or on her website fledglingstudios.ca (//www.fledglingstudios.ca)
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Emily is an all around extremely impressive creative human. From attending the National Ballet School & working as a ballerina internationally to being the Editor in Chief at @offlinerad (https://www.instagram.com/offlinerad/) , she has already accomplished so much in her young life.
You can find Emily's beautiful writing, photography and more @__fijord (https://www.instagram.com/__fijord/) and on her website Fijord.com (http://fijord.com/)
Listen and get to know Emily & hear all about her travels and creativity ✨
This episode is also available for viewing on IGTV (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/) & Youtube. (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlx4PQrVHAZmrlGYxex9Rw)
Cover photo by Jan Christensen (https://www.instagram.com/foto_jan/)
Let's get chatting with @rienbautista (https://www.instagram.com/rienbautista/), a graphic designer & vlogger in the Toronto fashion industry!
Rien is an overall lovely human that I get so much inspiration from for everything from style to living a more intentional life.
In this episode we get into:
• the creative process
• immigrating to Canada
• love languages
• fashion school
• social media issues
• vlogging & more!
Make sure to check out Rien's amazing work on her website rienbautista.com (//rienbautista.com) and subscribe to her Youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfbI0Evbng_-PQEF-HL2dgA) 💛
This episode is also available to watch on IGTV @heyhiwhoareyou.pod (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/)
10 Apr 2021
Engineer Kris Hess with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 12
Meet the father of the pod, Merike's dad, Kris Hess! Kris has always been one of the most innovative (yet goofiest) people I know and, ask anyone who's ever come over to the Hess house, he's also the most welcoming host to anyone and everyone.
In this episode we hear all about growing up in the countryside with a big family in the 1960s and 70s, what makes creative teams & management successful, getting through a divorce and lots of laughs in between!
This episode is also available in video format on IGTV (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/) and Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlx4PQrVHAZmrlGYxex9Rw).
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22 Mar 2021
Photographer Kaitlyn Mullin with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 11
Let's get to know @kaitlynmullin (https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynmullin/) , the talented human behind the camera of @capturedbykait (https://www.instagram.com/capturedbykait/) ! Kait does product photography as her full time gig and has been running her own photography business successfully on the side.
In this episode Kait & Merike talk about the taking time to figure out your path, coming out of your shell, what 'success' really means in creative business, the struggle of valuing your own creative work and the magic of having a good cry (and a lot more)!
Kait is so easy to be around which is what makes her so great at what she does! She is available for all your couple, wedding, portrait and boudoir photo whims in the Elmira, ON area! Make sure to check out her work and also follow her amazing one-eyed cat @unosjourney (https://www.instagram.com/unosjourney/) ❤️
This episode is also available on IGTV (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/channel/) and Youtube. (https://youtu.be/A8ukDDGFKEY) Make sure to follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/channel/) for updates on guests and more!
Welcome Abbie Kingsbury, the owner and designer behind @abbiedarlingcustoms (https://www.instagram.com/abbiedarlingcustoms/) , to the show! Abbie is such a lovely human that puts so much thought into every piece of jewelry she creates.
In this episode we chat about why intentionality in everything from what we say, wear and do is so important, the magic of thrifting, 90s culture, how even a small business can make a difference, internet friendships, how to get started as a small business owner as a parent and so much more.
There is soooo much great information in this episode and Abbie is so fun to talk to, I can't wait for you to get to know her. And don't forget to check out her beautiful work @abbiedarlingcustoms (https://www.instagram.com/abbiedarlingcustoms/) and at abbiedarlingcustoms.com (https://www.abbiedarlingcustoms.com/)!
This episode is also available to watch on IGTV (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/) and on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlx4PQrVHAZmrlGYxex9Rw).
Make sure to follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/) to stay up to date on new guests, episodes and more!
7 Mar 2021
Mental Health Podcast Host Harry Potvin with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 9
This week's guest is a fellow podcast host, Harry Potvin (https://www.instagram.com/harrypotvin/) of The H-Panel! (https://www.instagram.com/thementalcorner/)
Having overcome his own struggles, Harry is an open and kind host to humans who share their mental health experiences on his podcast. On the show he shares his origin story and some inspiration for young men to open up about their mental health.
But when Harry isn't podcasting, he's busy working at the zoo, rapping, writing and more! Make sure to check out Harry's podcast on Youtube and all podcast platforms under "The H-Panel with Harry Potvin", it really is worth the listen!
Follow (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/)on to stay up to date with new guests and new episodes. This episode is also available to watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZ_PsGZAxLc&ab_channel=Hey%21Hi%2CWhoareyou%3F)and IGTV. (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/)
28 Feb 2021
Baker Nicole Villamor with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 8
Today on Hey! Hi, Who are you?! Merike is joined by Nicole Villamor the creator and owner of @mwlpastries (https://www.instagram.com/mwlpastries/) !
Nicole loves to bake and has recently fallen in love with french baking and bread which is what she hopes to turn MWL into in the future.
We discuss everything from crafting on a budget, relationships / breakups, social media to baking.
If you'd like to stay up to date with what Nicole is up to, make sure to follow her at @nvllmr (https://www.instagram.com/nvllmr/)!
This episode is also available with video on IGTV at @heyhiwhoareyou.pod (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/channel/) and on Youtube. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHaydMyeP3Q&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=Hey%21Hi%2CWhoareyou%3F)
20 Feb 2021
Skier Aanika Ruutopõld with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 7
Today on the show I'm joined by Aanika Ruutopõld, the skiing badass of @aanika_skis , documenting her mission to ski every single ski hill in North America!
But skiing isn't all she does... Aanika is also certified in Design Build & Passive House, does stone masonry, has lived all over North America, tattoos her friends, and is currently working on finishing writing her first novel!
We also discuss environmentalism, growing up with undiagnosed ADHD, unconventional learning at a ski academy and much more. Make sure to check out Aanika's skiing adventures on youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCdzPkEvV5r6dbY1vb0Hsw)and follow along on Instagram @aanika_skis (https://www.instagram.com/aanika_skis/) !
This episode is also available on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76s7klIqxvk&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=Hey%21Hi%2CWhoareyou%3F) and IGTV at @heyhiwhoareyou.pod (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/) for updates and behind the scenes!
13 Feb 2021
Cofounders of The Fiddlehead Project with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 6
The co-founders of The Fiddlehead Project, a Toronto based sustainability & education initiative, join the conversation in this episode!
Mai-Liis Tammemägi Hess is an educator & mother of 3 that cares deeply about teaching her students and children about sustainable practices. She is partnered with her co-founder, Jessica Parsons, who is also an educator and world traveler!
In their conversation with Merike, the Fiddleheads discuss the link between creativity and sustainability, making up-cycling a societal norm, practicing gratitude and much more.
Follow (https://www.instagram.com/thefiddleheadproject/)along with the Fiddlehead Project and visit their website/shop! (https://www.fiddleheadproject.com/)
And follow HHWAY (https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/)to stay up to date with new guests & episodes.
On the show today is @bellaviglianti owner & designer of @shopbellaviglianti!
Bella has lots to share about the realities of being a sustainable small business owner, finding inspiration while still being unique, alternative education & allowing yourself to make things for yourself!
Make sure to check out her beautiful work & shop https://www.instagram.com/shopbellaviglianti/ ✨
This episode is also available on youtube and on IGTV at https://www.instagram.com/heyhiwhoareyou.pod/channel/ . Make sure to follow to stay up to date on new guests & behind the scenes.
30 Jan 2021
Biologist Helmi Hess with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 4
On today's episode we get to know Merike's sister, @Helmihess ! Helmi is a wildlife biologist with lots of creative hobbies and travel stories.
Merike & Helmi chat about home decor, finding balance in your life, living on an a secluded island, realizing certain paths aren't for you, scientific tattoos and much more!
You can find Helmi's wildlife photography at @helmisbirdfriends! Follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod for the video versions of episodes, updates on new guests & behind the scenes content.
23 Jan 2021
Illustrator Sadie Snip with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 3
Chat with Sadie Snip, illustrator, world traveler & overall lovely human!
In this episode Merike & Sadie chat about everything from Rotten tomatoes being wrong about our favourite movies, going to fashion school in Toronto AND Australia, destigmatizing meds for mental health and being friends for 19+ years.
You can find Sadie and her creative work at @made.by.sade on Instagram!
This episode's video is available on Youtube & IGTV. Follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod for updates on new guests & behind the scenes content.
16 Jan 2021
Actor/Producer 4RELL with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 2
Get to know 4RELL, actor, producer, Tik Toker, tattoo & vintage collector, and the sweetest guy in town!
In this episode Merike & Jordie chat about what it's like being recognized from Tik Tok, realizing university isn't for you, finding ways to express yourself creatively, finding inspiration to write a play & changing the theatre industry.
You can find 4RELL at @4RELLL_ on Instagram, Tik Tok and Twitch!
Follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod for updates on new guests & behind the scenes content.
10 Jan 2021
Host Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 1
Get to know the host a little better this episode and get introduced to the show!
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