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Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Ballerina & Creator Emily Bartosiewicz with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 14Emily 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 , she has already accomplished so much in her young life.
You can find Emily's beautiful writing, photography and more @__fijord and on her website Fijord.com
Listen and get to know Emily & hear all about her travels and creativity ✨
This episode is also available for viewing on IGTV & Youtube.
Cover photo by Jan Christensen2021-05-0359 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Graphic Designer Rien Bautista with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 13Let's get chatting with @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 and subscribe to...2021-04-2055 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Engineer Kris Hess with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 12Meet 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 and Youtube...2021-04-111h 28
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Photographer Kaitlyn Mullin with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 11Let's get to know @kaitlynmullin , the talented human behind the camera of @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...2021-03-2259 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Jewelry Maker Abbie Kingsbury with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 10Welcome Abbie Kingsbury, the owner and designer behind @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...2021-03-1359 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Mental Health Podcast Host Harry Potvin with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 9This week's guest is a fellow podcast host, Harry Potvin of The H-Panel!
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...2021-03-0759 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Baker Nicole Villamor with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 8Today on Hey! Hi, Who are you?! Merike is joined by Nicole Villamor the creator and owner of @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!
This episode is...2021-02-2857 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Skier Aanika Ruutopõld with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 7Today 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 o...2021-02-2059 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Cofounders of The Fiddlehead Project with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 6The 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 along with the Fiddlehead Project and visit their website/shop!2021-02-1334 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Fashion Designer Bella Viglianti with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 5On 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 &am...2021-02-0659 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Biologist Helmi Hess with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 4On 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.2021-01-3059 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Illustrator Sadie Snip with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 3Chat 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.2021-01-231h 37
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Actor/Producer 4RELL with Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 2Get 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.2021-01-1600 min
Hey! Hi, Who are you?!Host Merike Hess | HHWAY Episode 1Get to know the host a little better this episode and get introduced to the show!
Follow @heyhiwhoareyou.pod or subscribe on youtube to get to watch the show instead of just listening :)2021-01-1018 min