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.
Recent Episodes
Sept. 10, 2025
Why We Keep Going: 5 Lessons from 50 Ampersands
After 50 conversations with Ampersands, host Jessica Wan sits down to answer one big question: Why do we keep doing what we do? It’s not easy to juggle multiple careers, identities, or passions. And yet, again and again, my g...
Aug. 20, 2025
Marianne Poon on Following Curiosity: From Finance to Piano and Into a Life You Love
This week, Jessica speaks with Marianne Poon , Financial Advisor, Piano Teacher, and Registered Piano Technician. The child of immigrants, Marianne grew up playing the piano and earned her diploma from the Royal Conservatory ...
July 30, 2025
Susan Gundunas on Opera, Motherhood, and Crafting a Creative Life
In a special interview, Jessica speaks with her voice teacher of 20+ years, Susan Gundunas . Susan is a renowned singer and actor, voice teacher, and mom. Consistently praised for her consummate vocal talent and stage presenc...
July 9, 2025
Emily Holland on Finding Freedom in Entrepreneurship, Trail Running, and the Outdoors
Jessica speaks with Emily Holland , co-founder of Wild Poppy Creative Consulting, a podcast consulting company that helps small business owners hone and increase their impact on the world. She loves spending time outside rock...
June 25, 2025
Alyssa Jarrett on Authenticity in All Roles: From Tech Marketer to Romance Author
Jessica speaks with Alyssa Jarrett , a romance author and content marketer based in the San Francisco Bay Area — where the only thing funnier than working in tech is writing about it. She's currently writing and self-publishi...
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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