Reviews
Rate Show- KL04555
- May 21, 2025
YAS to Ampersands!
Jessica's thoughtful and refreshing conversations has really brought me to appreciate the ampersand spirit in me and others Each episode is insightful and relatable, offering stories that resonate deeply with anyone navigating multiple roles or passions. Jessica exudes warmth, fun, authenticity, and genuine curiosity making this podcast a must-listen. I highly recommend it to anyone who embraces the complexity of being a passionate human!
- Tigaroze
- March 27, 2025
Incredible guests
I’m inspired by people who balance multiple passions and careers. Jessica finds fascinating guests who are ordinary & extraordinary. Her interview style is warm, genuine, and relatable. Love the key takeaways at the end.
- Jawsietime
- Sept. 21, 2024
Swiss Army Knives Are Loved Here
The Ampersand Manifesto is a breath of fresh air in a world often too focused on specialization.
Host Jessica Wan masterfully navigates through the complexities of being multi-passionate, providing a platform for those who refuse to settle in one field or interest.
With each episode, this podcast challenges the conventional 'either/or' mindset and embraces the empowering 'both/and' approach towards life and passion. This resonates deeply with us who identify as multi-passionate individuals. We feel seen, heard, and validated.
Moreover, the diverse range of guests adds richness to the podcast's content. Each guest brings their unique perspective and story, making every episode a new adventure into the depths of passion.
In essence, this podcast is more than just a podcast—it's a movement. It's about breaking the barriers of traditional thought and inspiring listeners to embrace their multifaceted interests.
I'm thrilled for what lies ahead for this podcast and its listeners.
If you're someone who refuses to be boxed into one passion or interest, this podcast is your rallying cry.
- Realbec
- Dec. 10, 2023
An inspiring future of both/and instead of either/or
This is a wonderful podcast that highlights multitalented, “ampersands” as they are called, who straddle two professional lives. Each story is full of wisdom and relatable lessons that will help others step into the beauty, challenge and fulfillment of their multi passionate life. Jessica is insightful, curious, and supportive in her interviewing skills. She’s a great listener and warm. I love this podcast because it shows me what’s possible through a fuller expression of one’s pursuits: artistic, entrepreneurial, athletic, musical, and more!
- Listening now 1234
- Dec. 6, 2023
I feel seen!
Finally a podcast that gives space for those who have divergent interests and passions! It's fascinating hearing how they weave their worlds together and the advice they would give to other "ampersands"!
- Passionate Ampersand
- Dec. 4, 2023
Inspirational
Truly interesting to see how people balance paying bills and being an artist - often doing two things they love. Finding a way to be artists. Great questions from Jessica to elicit a full-on story. Love it!
- On my Desk
- June 14, 2023
Fascinating interviews
Loved hearing how people straddle two worlds and identities. Even though I’m not an ampersand, there were many things that felt relevant to my own life.
- mellow jello
- Jan. 13, 2023
Ampersands Unite!
Jessica’s infectious interview style is approachable and invigorating. Jessica asks insightful questions to help develop very interesting and organic conversations. I thoroughly enjoyed binging on Season 1 and I am so excited for Season 2!
I love stories and storytelling. Being a musician, I was excited to listen to other musician ampersand stories, but I enjoyed listening and learning about other ampersand lives with varying backgrounds just as much. This is delightful listening, and I simply love Jessica’s “reflections” at the end of each podcast.
- AquariusSF
- Jan. 13, 2023
We need more ampersands!
If only as a society we embraced more integration. I do believe ampersands are a key to bridging left and right hemisphere understanding between people. As a perfect example of that herself, Jessica Wan does a sensitive job of inquiring and unveiling just how an ampersand works across different fields and expresses the beauty of the multi-hyphenate life. A must listen for the curious and industrious.
- bossafanatic
- Jan. 7, 2023
Thoughtful and refreshing
I wasn’t sure what to expect, but this podcast has changed my life. So good, I can’t stop listening.
Definitely one of the best things to happen to me in 2022.
- vincer80
- Jan. 1, 2023
Thoughtful podcast
I appreciate that this podcast highlight people with more than one passion/pursuit in life. We don’t see/hear enough of these stories — which may inspire/normalize pursuing multiple and interconnect paths.
- strayinsky
- Jan. 1, 2023
Provocative and inspiring
An inventive take on what finding your purpose can look like! I love the podcast’s philosophy of a holistic, “both / and” approach to career and life— so refreshing to hear all these stories of people who aren’t torn between or just juggling opposing interests in their lives but actively flourishing with multiple passions! Can’t wait for season 2!
- jenmaya414
- Dec. 18, 2022
Thoughtful and inspiring podcast for creatives!
There’s been a lot of conversation around bringing your whole self to work over the last few years, but Jessica explores this idea through a whole other lens. She takes this clear thesis around multi-passionate individuals and asks thoughtful questions to explore the ways in which diverse passions inform one another and even intersect. Especially poignant for creatives and those who work with creatives!
- Donsey85
- Nov. 13, 2022
Uplifting, inspiring and encouraging!
Jessica Wan gets wonderful answers from some very interesting people who successfully manage to juggle two different worlds such as art and science while make a good living at it. I recommend it highly!
- CPPCEO
- Nov. 7, 2022
Inspiration from everyday people
This show sparks so much joy! Jessica really goes deep in her conversations with guests on their many passions. I feel more motivated to explore other facets of my own life after listening to each episode.
- mori_kun
- Nov. 3, 2022
Inspiring and validating!
In listening to Jessica’s thoughtful interviews with people who cultivated their passions in multiple areas, I’m encouraged and inspired to continue defining my own notions of personal and professional success. Do not miss!
- cadential 6/4
- Nov. 2, 2022
Inspired by creative lives
These conversations are so genuine and thoughtful and always leave me wanting to stretch myself in new ways. Great host with truly interesting guests. Highly recommend.
- BartimaeusMom
- Oct. 28, 2022
Thoughtful and Inspiring
Inspiring for anyone who has interests outside of the typical 9-5. This show is thoughtful, engaging, well-produced, and timely for everyone pursuing passions while engaged in remote work. The guests have great insight into what it takes to be at the top of their fields, while being candid and honest about the challenges around comparing yourself to others, finding success in creative pursuits, and self doubt in pursuing a unique path. Jessica is a great host, and I am looking forward to season 2!
- cindshih
- Oct. 28, 2022
Inspiring and engaging!!
I also love listening to other people’s stories, especially ones where people have defied the odds and succeeded even when others thought they couldn’t. These podcasts are just that: 30 minute bursts of inspiration! And they are so well produced—Jessica is a natural and engaging interviewer and everything from the music to the editing is first-rate. I am hooked on these!
- Jdominiclim
- Oct. 27, 2022
Inspiration for leaders of a double-life
The Ampersand Manifesto explores the lives of people who put together satisfying lives in totally different spheres. Jessica Wan’s engaging interview style is conversational, fun and insightful. She gets her guests to share origin stories, anecdotes and strategies to lead these fascinating double lives. The podcast provides encouragement for people who aspire to pursue duel passions and reinforcement for those who already do so. A great listen!
- bizerkeley
- Oct. 27, 2022
My new favorite podcast
The guests are amazing, the conversation is always engaging, and the reflections at the end are just so good. This podcast makes me think about my own life in new ways and feel like I’m sharing in the journeys of some very interesting folks. The whole idea of collectively writing the Ampersand Manifesto is just so cool. Great host. Great production. Great times.
- johnpodjohn
- Oct. 27, 2022
Engaging Thoughtful & Creative
I do not listen to a ton of podcasts. Which has always surprised me because I do listen to audiobooks.
I realize why my podcast list is selective. So many are often rambling and unorganized, and hit and miss with consistent, entertaining or informative episodes.
Jessica’s podcast is on target! You can tell this podcast isn’t just thrown together but intentionally created. I love the concept of dual identities and lives with creatives! Listening to this podcast is engaging, thoughtful and far from boring.
You will “meet” interesting people, learn something new about how we can live the ampersand life and get your creative juices flowing.
- kkhymn
- Aug. 19, 2022
Inspirational!
The guests are beyond amazing. Jessica has a knack for asking them all the right questions. After listening, I am so inspired to embrace my personal ampersand. The time is now!
- NaomiT.
- Aug. 18, 2022