On this week's special update, Ryan lets everyone know that he will be taking a break from the podcast for the time being during the pandemic. It has made arranging interviews and more than anything, enjoying interviews much more difficult for everyone involved and therefore Ryan has made the tough decision to put everything on hold. But don't worry! It's not permanent and Ryan has a few ideas up his sleeve going forward. Thanks for tuning in and Ryan looks forward to getting back to reality eventually.

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WYMI Pandemic Update

On this week's episode, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) comes to you from the safety of his own home! As we all know by now, the world is facing a global health pandemic with Covid-19 and most of us have seen our daily routines turned upside down. Ryan himself has been adjusting to life from home and today he's decided to share with you 5 tips to relieve stress and maybe even create joy during this stressful times. Tune in now to hear them all!

5 Tips To Relieve Stress During Covid-19

On this week's episode of WYMI, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with Stefanie MacDonald, owner of Halifax Paper Hearts (@paperheartshfx), a seaside stationery studio. Ryan and Stefanie went to the same high school and the two discuss Stefanie's roots and how she found herself where she is today. Stefanie chats about how Halifax Paper Hearts started, the risks she's had to take to find success (including putting it all on the line at a massive stationery show in New York City), and the future of the company (Paper Hearts Post Office). Tune in now!

"Going All In" with Stefanie MacDonald

On this weeks episode Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with multi-passionate fitness entrepreneur Kayla Davis (@kdavis_fitness). The two talk about how they first met, who slid into who’s DM’s first, and what it’s like being a fitness guru and momma to be. Tune in now!

"Fitness & Entrepreneurship" with Kayla Davis

***Warning*** If you're not a Bachelor fan, this episode isn’t for you. Ryan and friends sit down and recap the current Bachelor season, the newest pick for Bachelorette and how they think everything will play out for Pilot Pete. Tune in now!

"Are You Sure You'll Accept This Rose?"

On this weeks episode of the WYMI podcast, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with high school friend Kyla MacKinnon (@kymackinnonyoga) to chat about everything from what she did after high school, to what lead her to travel to more than 40 different countries! Tune in now and learn all about the practice of yoga and about Kyla’s experiences thus far in her journey.

"Travelling the World and Teaching Yoga" with Kyla MacKinnon

On this week's episode, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down and chats with Ryan Rumbolt (@ryanrumbolt). Ryan is the founder and creative director of Wonderlust Media (@wonderlust_tv), a creative studio based out of Halifax. Rumbolt discusses his roots in Newfoundland and how he made his way to Toronto and then eventually Halifax where he is now based out of. The two Ryans also talk about how you can use a tragedy to affect change in a positive way and finish off with a revelation about the work his company has done for Taylor Swift. Tune in now!

"Two Ryan's Make a Right, Taylor Swift & Sparkles" with Ryan Rumbolt

It's Episode 20 of WYMI and we have another update episode hosted by Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) and Marc the Producer. They chat about some cool things that are going on in the business lives of some former guests, the NBA/Kobe Bryant's tragic passing, and they tackle the old age question: does money make you happy? Tune in to find out!

"Thoughts on Kobe, Does Money Make You Happy, & Updates on Past Guests" with Ryan and Marc the Producer

On this week's episode of WYMI, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down and chats with Olympic snowboarder Kimi Wilgress (@indie_home). Originally from Alberta, Kimi made her way to Nova Scotia shortly after the 2010 Vancouver Olympics where she competed in Parallel Giant Slalom. Today, Kimi is a full-fledged entrepreneur and founder of Indie Home: a home decor business that specializes in home decor items and that hand-crafted by Kimi herself! Ryan and Kimi chat all about her time in the olympics, what the olympic village is like, and how she was able to transition from a competitive athlete at the top of her game to a successful entrepreneur . Tune in now!

"Athletes Village, Schwarzenegger, & MTV" with Olympian Kimi Wilgress

On this week's episode of the WYMI podcast, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with local Halifax DJ OkayTK (@okaytk). The two chat about everything from who inspired TK locally and musically to his path to becoming a DJ. TK also reveals how he really feels about the club and the music that’s popular today. Tune in now! And while we're here, check out trysaute.com (@trysaute). Sauté is this awesome healthy food delivery service based in Halifax, NS that delivers prepared meals, smoothies, soups, and snacks directly to your door. Use the promo code WHATYOUMAKEIT to get 15% off the service, thanks for listening to the WYMI Podcast!

"Alexa, play Bump & Grind" with Halifax DJ OkayTK

On this week’s episode, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with business owner Connie McInnis (@theconniemae). Connie's business, R Studios (@rstudiosns), is a brand of movement studios that are “revolutionizing the way you move”. There are currently 3 studios that focus on different aspects: Rio, Rogue, and Rebel. Ryan and Connie chat about growing up, the differences between private school and public school, some travelling stories that almost end in an arm amputation, and what it’s like to be an entrepreneur in a growing city like Halifax. Tune in now!

"Rebel with a Cause" with Connie McInnis

On this week's episode, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with Founder and CEO of Made with Local (@madewithlocal), Sheena Russell. The two chat about how Sheena discovered her love for entrepreneurship, what it's like kickstarting a company while also starting a family at the same time, and what it's like to run a B-corporation certified company. You can find Made with Local real food bars in grocery stores across the country! Tune in Now.

"Made with Local & with Love" with Sheena Russell

It's the first WYMI episode of 2020 and it's a great one! Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with Matt Boyle (@batboyle) and Jeff Van Horne (@jeffreyvanhorne), who together are The Clever Barkeep (@cleverbarkeep). Ryan chats with the guys about the beginnings of their company, school suspensions, how the two have helped changed the bar and catering scene in Halifax, and how they deal with working in an industry where alcohol consumption plays such a large role. Tune in now!

"Drinking and Suspensions" with Matt & Jeff from The Clever Barkeep

On this week's episode, it's New Year's Eve and Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with entrepreneur Will Nelson (@willbnelson). They discuss Will's origins, his time at Radian6, how he got his start in the entrepreneurial world, and of course what he's been up to lately including his successful meal prep & delivery service called Sauté (@trysaute). Ring in 2020 with the latest episode of WYMI, tune in now!

"Notifications Off & Party On" with Will Nelson from Sauté

On this week's episode, it's Christmas Eve and Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) sits down with award winning R&B artist Reeny Smith (@iamREENY). Reeny is from North Preston and grew up in a multi-generational musically talented family. The two chat about, among other things, her musical style, creative process, and ghostwriting. You can check out Reeny and her music on iTunes or Spotify as well as her website http://www.iamreeny.com/. Merry Christmas Everyone!

"Good Girl Swag" with Reeny Smith

“What You Make It“ because life is what you make it. This is a podcast where host Ryan Williams, photographer and entrepreneur interviews a variety of guests on business, life and creativity. As a mostly interview style podcast based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Ryan strives to bring you entertainment, education and authentic conversations that you can enjoy anywhere.

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