What happens when you refuse to choose just one path?

The Ampersand Manifesto

On The Ampersand Manifesto, host Jessica Wan interviews people who have built thriving careers in two or more completely different worlds, from medicine & music to technology & art to science & poetry.

Through candid conversations, we explore what it takes to navigate multiple callings, find the connection points between them, and redefine success on our own terms. Together, we’re co-creating The Ampersand Manifesto – principles for leading a bold, multi-passionate life.

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June 11, 2025

Sid Mofya on Capital & Culture: From Venture Deals to Virtual Bands

Sid Mofya , capital architect & band leader, has built a career helping founders, investors, and business leaders bridge capital and opportunity. For years, he led the Draper Venture Network, a 2.5-billion-dollar global allia...

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May 28, 2025

Dr. Janine Lee on Leading with Purpose: From Fortune 500 Exec to Global Travel Influencer

Dr. Janine Lee is an award-winning Learning and Development Leader with 20 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies. In her business life, she focuses on organizational effectiveness, strategy and operations, digital tran...

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May 14, 2025

Bree Rosenblum on Biodiversity, Inner Transformation, and the Freedom to Change Your Mind

Jessica speaks with Dr. Bree Rosenblum , Professor of Global Change Biology & Ampersand Cultivator. Bree is the Koshland Distinguished Chair for Innovative Teaching and Research at UC Berkeley, and her work has been featured ...

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April 30, 2025

Emily J. Smith on Writing Her Debut Novel While Leading in Tech

Jessica speaks with Emily J. Smith , a writer and tech professional based in Brooklyn, New York. Her debut novel, NOTHING SERIOUS, published by William Morrow (HarperCollins), is out now wherever you buy books. Emily studied ...

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April 16, 2025