Who is Ryan « the written road

Who is Ryan

Ryan Eugene MacDonald began recording his adventures when he visited Mexico City and Oaxaca, Mexico during the Spring of 2000. Since then, Ryan has visited Greece, Jamaica, Italy, Turkey, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, as well as extensive travel throughout the United States.

Always the observer, Ryan most enjoys sitting back and watching the daily bustle and street traffic in any major metropolis. He’s an intrepid traveler who loves to seek out hidden alleyways, open air markets and local gardens where ever he is.

Currently, Ryan produces a daily, web talk show with his best friend and college roommate, Ross Mathews. “Inside Dish with Ross Mathews” is an outsider’s point of view of the inside of Hollywood. Come enjoy the fun at www.theinsider.com/dish.

Additionally Ryan has produced shows for Vh1, MTV, Discovery Channel, Playboy TV, Tru TV, and NBC Universal. His writing has been published in “The Advocate” and “Out” magazines.

Ryan is based out of Los Angeles, CA.

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36 Responses

on April 30, 2008 at 2:57 pm | Reply Barb from Ontario

Hi Ryan

Took Ross’s recommendation. Love the site and can’t wait to go on your next adventure.

Barb
on April 30, 2008 at 4:42 pm | Reply Michael

Ryan; I am a Ross Blog Buddy and now will follow your “travels”. I have always been a fan and wish you the best on your new blog. Look forward to reading your stories!

…Michael
on April 30, 2008 at 4:50 pm | Reply Casey

Hey,

Live in NOLA. Wanted to welcome you to our little broken hamelt. Hope you enjoy your stay and the fantastic weather we’re having. (Thanks for calling ahead and placing your order with Mother Nature – the locals appreciate it!!)

If you want a good taste of old New Orleans try Laffites Black Smith Shop in the F.Q. and take a cab to Liuzza’s for a “French-alotta” it is a local Italian sandwich on french bread. As we say here in the South, “it’s soooo good, you’ll slap ya mama!!”

Big fan of all things BlogBuddy. Ross said you were here and I made the Scooby Doo noise… “ruuuah” Needless to say, it caught my attention.

Good luck on the blog and stay safe in NOLA. Maybe I’ll see your smiling face at Jazzfest!

Welcome!

Casey
on April 30, 2008 at 6:13 pm | Reply AJ

Ryan,

I love the blog! I am looking forward to getting to know you better now, that you have your own blog! You have always been a favorite of mine! Anyway, hey!!!

AJ
on April 30, 2008 at 8:51 pm | Reply Adam

YAY! Ryan has a website! I am looking forward to reading your work. Huge thanks to Ross for letting us know about your blog.

Best of luck!

Adam

PS. Totally voted a billion times for you for the FARTAs!
on May 1, 2008 at 6:04 am | Reply Judy

Remember, there are good,clean, kind people out there too…..Don’t lump us all together…Very enjoyable blog
on May 1, 2008 at 9:16 am | Reply nancy

Hi Ryan,

I also took Ross’s advice. I like your observations-the way you see people/life. Keep on writing!!!!!!!
on May 1, 2008 at 9:36 am | Reply Darlene

Hi Ryan!

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your blog and ESPECIALLY love the way you write. PLEASE keep it up-you have gained a life-long friend and reader. THANKS ROSS! :)

The red head “brats” will find their karma tough to swallow once it catches up to them-and I have no doubt it will catch up.

I anxiously await your next entry. Safe travels to you my friend.
on May 1, 2008 at 11:53 am | Reply Kerrie

Ryan,

Your header at the top of your blog was taken in the gardens at Houma’s House in Louisianna – wasn’t it?

So weird to click on your blog and see an almost exact picture to one I’ve taken and have in my personal image library. I visited last November.

Just wonderin’ if I’m right?

-Kerrie S.
on May 1, 2008 at 1:01 pm | Reply Marian Mateu

Hi Ryan!
Congrats on your new adventure! I love good writters am one myself…heehee.
I really like the way your website is setup and the pics are fabulous.
Lots of luck. I’m a fan.
on May 1, 2008 at 2:34 pm | Reply Darrell

Hi Ryan, I love the site. I too am a blogbuddy from the Rossblog. This is so exciting. I was just in New Orleans for the French Quarter Festival. It was a really great time. I go there frequently and have many friends there. You should visit El Gato Negro a Mexican restaurant near the French Market. They hand squeeze the fruit for their Margarita’s. I suggest the Pineapple Cilantro. It was great. Also, you should try Angeli a restaurant near there as well. Mostly vegetarian cuisine and totally yummy! I can’t wait to read about your upcoming travels! Take Care!

Darrell
on May 1, 2008 at 4:28 pm | Reply Jill

Thanks to Ross, I am now a daily reader of your blog, too! Great job so far, Ryan! You have a keen sense of insight.

Jill
on May 3, 2008 at 7:34 pm | Reply Dawn/Richmond/BC

Ryan, It’s great to read your travel stories. I certainly will follow more. I’ve got you down as my favorite.
on May 5, 2008 at 4:07 pm | Reply michael2172

I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know that I love your writing. Growing up one of my favorite authors was Maya Angelou because I could get lost in her works like this quote form I know why the caged bird sings.

“If growing up is painful for the Southern Black girl, being aware of her displacement is the rust on the razor that threatens the throat. It is an unnecessary insult.”
- Maya Angelou, I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings,

I get lost in your stories and look forward to more. I would love to know more about how in your travels you see the change in gay culture

all my best
Michael
on May 6, 2008 at 4:07 pm | Reply Taryn

WoW… I’m impressed. I love reading about all your adventures and I think you write very eloquently!!!
I love the small details about maid #1 and maid # 2 and the 2 red headed brats on the plane…lol!
Hope to see you soon…
on May 9, 2008 at 3:29 pm | Reply LB

Ryan,
I am so happy for you and proud to see your words strewn across the screen. I can’t wait to read more of your adventures and the chance to see the world through your eyes.
Congrats!
xoxo
on May 9, 2008 at 7:25 pm | Reply David from Kansas

Hi Ryan. Love your NOLA stories. Glad you are back to writing and posting again. Keep it up. I enjoy it a lot.
on May 12, 2008 at 12:43 pm | Reply erick braly

hey bro!! i couldn’t stop laughing about the molly maids… i have been in ks and that is soo funny … it is hitting it right on the head.. hope you are well
on May 13, 2008 at 9:13 am | Reply Rebecca

Ryan,

I love your blog!! The pictures are incredible! It’s a great escape. I think you should write a book.
on May 13, 2008 at 9:15 am | Reply Bridget

Hi Ryan! I enjoy your observational writing. I am ready to hop on a plane to NO! You are right when you said how we at times forget to be in the moment!
on May 13, 2008 at 10:44 am | Reply Jon-paul

Hi Ryan,

I am glad that Ross has pointed us to your blog. I really admire your writing skills and look forward to enjoying reading more of your stories.
on May 13, 2008 at 12:08 pm | Reply Laura

Ryan, love your writing. I can see the images and I feel like I’m there with you. It’s cool to see and read about places I haven’t been to.
on May 13, 2008 at 4:50 pm | Reply EnchantraWayne

Ryan,

What a talent you are. I will happily make time in my life to show up to read your use of language in such a beautiful way. One of my best friends is spending 6 months in Iceland right now and blogging about his experiences and love for the beautiful country he is visiting. I am sure you two share similar passions. Thanks for sharing your viewpoint, experiences and talent with others, I look forward to my time here.
on May 18, 2008 at 5:23 pm | Reply Snow

Hi Ryan,

I am really enjoying your site! You are a wonderful writer. I look forward to reading more:-)

~Snow
on June 7, 2008 at 12:32 am | Reply Rebecca

I really enjoy visiting your blog? site? whatever the proper word is, you have a beautiful way with words!

Aloha,
Rebecca
on June 24, 2008 at 11:30 pm | Reply phonecardscollector

Sup Ryan,

Just found your blog from wordpress.com, and I like it. Good job man. If I’d like to submit a photo, does it have to be my own photo, or can I just use any photo I found somewhere?

Peter.
on June 25, 2008 at 9:28 am | Reply thewrittenroad

Peter — Yes, I like the photos to come from the bloggers, so you can tell the story behind the picture.

Also it allows everyone to contribute to the content of the blog. I’m sure you have a cool picture somewhere!

Give it a try; you know how to reach me.
on August 17, 2008 at 7:10 pm | Reply Bette

Hi Ryan

Just checking in to see where you are. Hope all is OK with you. Miss the updates. Please say you haven’t left.
on December 4, 2008 at 4:59 pm | Reply converse girl

Ryan, your writing is captivating! The flow sucks you in and shares your experiences as if we were right beside you. You are a talent! I hope you travel to Canada and take some pics one day.

Converse girl
http://chick-in-heels.blogspot.com
on January 26, 2009 at 3:43 pm | Reply chriann

Speeders fight back!?! no way!
on January 26, 2009 at 3:47 pm | Reply thewrittenroad

Yes way, Chriann! Do you watch the show? Tell me your thoughts? Anyone else tune in?

To all the readers and supporters of TWR, I plan on writing very soon. I’ve been buried with a new work assignment and have had little time to devote to my writing.

I will be back soon. I promise.
on January 27, 2009 at 1:26 pm | Reply chriann

I do watch the show! I think its hilarious! I love the editing the most!! So funny. Job well done!
I love truTV.
on February 10, 2009 at 10:11 am | Reply chriann

Enjoyed seeing you on the RB! Good luck with your new project! (I won’t ask)
on June 5, 2009 at 3:58 am | Reply duskydi

Hi Ryan,

I’m Diane…Hello. Just wanted to say you have a great blog here. Is it okey to have a look around.

I love that song ‘ All that Jazz’
Love in Life
Di
on August 9, 2009 at 4:39 pm | Reply R.S.Lambert

Hey Ryan,

Simply wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday!
I’ve really enjoyed looking at your blog….
Thanks for posting it Ross!

Peace,
R.Sheldon
on August 30, 2009 at 7:11 pm | Reply Annie

Need my Ryan fix. Hope you add a new story soon. Miss you.