The Ampersand Manifesto: Multi-Passionate People Dive Deep

Jessica Wan, Executive Coach and Classical Singer
The Ampersand Manifesto: Multi-Passionate People Dive Deep

What fuels a multi-passionate life? Jessica Wan interviews “the most interesting people at the dinner party,” who for decades have built dual careers in completely different worlds, such as science & music, technology & art, medicine & dance. The goal of this podcast is to collectively design The Ampersand Manifesto. What does it look like to be balancing two or more big pursuits? Where do we find connection points between them? And how can our multifaceted endeavors support other Ampersands and the community around us?

  1. 11月20日

    Fostering Courage with Josh Willis, NASA Scientist, Improv Guy, and Climate Elvis

    Episode description: In our final episode of Season 3, Jessica speaks with Josh Willis, actor, improviser, filmmaker and occasional Elvis impersonator.  Known to his friends and fans as Climate Elvis, he also has a secret identity: Josh is a climate scientist who studies global warming for NASA. He's the lead NASA scientist for the satellites that measure sea level rise from space. He worked on a project called Oceans Melting Greenland, or conveniently, OMG for short, where he led an airborne mission to Greenland to understand how the oceans were melting away Greenland’s ice from below.  Josh studied physics and mathematics at the University of Houston and earned his PhD in Oceanography from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. He's a graduate of the Conservatory Program of The Second City Training Center and teaches improv in the LA area at Turbine Arts Collective. Follow the OMG Nasa project on Instagram @omgnasa Find Climate Elvis at facebook.com/ClimateElvis Take an improv class with Josh at https://www.turbine-arts.org/ Find out more about Cazadero Performing Arts Family Camp at cazfamilycamp.org ~ This is our last episode of season 3, and what a season it's been!  We started off with a conversation with Rich Lyons, Chancellor of UC Berkeley + Musician – all the way back in July, and have talked with an aspiring Olympian, several authors who straddle other worlds, and a meditation teacher who's created art with Björk.  We're going to be taking a holiday break and will be back with new episodes in early 2025. Take this chance to catch up on episodes you might have missed, and if you want to give some extra love, leave a rating and review so more people can find out about this show.  Have a beautiful, safe, and peaceful holiday season. ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y

    26 分鐘
  2. 11月13日

    Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Susan Lieu, Multihyphenate Storyteller, Chocolatier, and Cool Mom

    Jessica speaks with Susan Lieu, Vietnamese-American author, playwright, and performer.  She's the creator of her theatrical solo show "140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother," which received critical acclaim from LA Times, NPR, and American Theatre.  Her debut memoir, The Manicurist’s Daughter, is an Apple Book Pick of the Month and Must Listen of the Month, and has received accolades from The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, and The Washington Post.  She's also the cofounder of Socola Chocolatier; the co-host of the podcast Model Minority Moms; a proud alum of Harvard, Yale, and Hedgebrook; and a mom of a 4-year old boy. https://www.susanlieu.me/ Instagram: @susanlieu, @celadonbooks  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial TikTok: @susanlieuofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Model Minority Moms: https://modelminoritymoms.com/ Socola Chocolatier: https://www.socolachocolates.com/ ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

    32 分鐘
  3. 10月30日

    The Art of Listening with Stephen Kohler, Leadership Coach and Singer-Songwriter

    This week, Jessica talks with Stephen Kohler, leadership coach & singer-songwriter.  Stephen is the Founder & CEO of Audira, where he brings a passion for people along with 25 years of extensive business experience within organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies.  At age 15, Stephen discovered the electric guitar, piano, and vocals, which ignited a lifelong passion for rock and pop music. In 2022, he released his debut album, Daydream.  He earned an MBA from University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, a BA in Philosophy from Northwestern, and is a certified Professional Coach. His passions include spending time with his wife, two children and two dogs.  Find out more about Audira at audiralabs.com, and hear more of Stephen’s music at stephenkohlermusic.com. ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

    30 分鐘
  4. 10月23日

    Embracing the Portfolio Life with Christina Wallace, Storyteller & Entrepreneur

    Jessica interviews Christina Wallace, Storyteller & Entrepreneur. A self-described “human Venn diagram”, Christina has crafted a career at the intersection of business, technology, and the arts.  She is currently a Senior Lecturer of entrepreneurship at Harvard Business School, an active angel investor, and a Tony-nominated co-producer of Broadway musicals.  Her latest book is The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build A Life Bigger Than Your Business Card. She co-authored the book New To Big: How Companies Can Create Like Entrepreneurs, Invest Like VCs, and Install a Permanent Operating System for Growth.  A serial entrepreneur, Christina has built businesses in ecommerce, edtech, and media. She was the co-host of The Limit Does Not Exist, an iHeart podcast with millions of downloads over 3 seasons and 125 episodes. Christina sings with various chamber choirs, loves adventure travel, and identifies as a mediocre endurance athlete. She lives in Cambridge with her husband and their two children. Learn more about Christina at christinawallace.com.  ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

    36 分鐘
  5. 10月16日

    Finding Creative Freedom with Jason Park, Trumpeter, Arts Administrator, and Chef

    This week, Jessica talks with Jason Park: trumpeter, arts administrator, & chef. Jason has spent over 20 years working as a chef while also performing and teaching the trumpet. If you are in the classical music scene in the Bay Area, you've probably worked with Jason or heard him play.  He's currently the program administrator for the San Francisco Boys Chorus, Trumpeter for the San Francisco Playhouse, and a freelance stage manager and chef. Jason has had a variety of past job titles like Restaurant Manager, Bartender, Music Arranger, and many more. He also plays the Flute and French Horn. Follow Jason on Instagram @gojasonpark  ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠ Music samples of Jason Park with Paradigm Brass: Matt Brooks, Marc Bolin, Hall Goff, Todd Martin, Doug Morton, Jason Levis

    28 分鐘
  6. 10月9日

    Leading through Motivation with Nieka Mamczak, Fitness Instructor and Sales Enablement Leader

    This week, Jessica talks with Nieka Mamczak, Fitness Instructor, Nutrition Coach, & Sales Enablement Leader for tech companies. A lifelong athlete, she started playing soccer as an elementary school kid and played both soccer and volleyball in high school. Nieka has spent the last 10 years teaching group fitness classes both online and in person, as well as offering nutrition coaching.  Nieka’s spent the past two decades building a career in sales and technology, with a concentrated focus on sales enablement over the past 8 years. She's worked at a number of startups and large organizations, including companies like Udemy, IBM, Drift and Square.  Nieka is a mom of two sons who are now 19 and 18, and two rescue chihuahuas. Learn more about Nieka on LinkedIn and Instagram @niekadm  ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

    35 分鐘
  7. 10月2日

    Building Confidence with Vidya Srinivasan, Product Manager, Public Speaker, and Singer

    This week, Jessica talks with Vidya Srinivasan – Product Leader, Speaker, D&I advocate, and Singer. Vidya works as a Principal Product Manager on the Trust & Safety team for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram. Prior to that, she worked at Microsoft. Vidya has filed 21 patents for her work so far. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in tech, she has served as the General Chair of the Grace Hopper Conference — the world's largest gathering of women technologists.  Vidya is a public speaker who has given 130 talks and counting, on a broad range of product, technical and career topics. She holds a degree in Indian classical music and performs regularly. As a speaker and singer, she does a mashup of music and tech on stage. Vidya is a mom of two young kids and an avid fitness fanatic. Learn more about Vidya at vidyasrinivasan.info. ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

    34 分鐘

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簡介

What fuels a multi-passionate life? Jessica Wan interviews “the most interesting people at the dinner party,” who for decades have built dual careers in completely different worlds, such as science & music, technology & art, medicine & dance. The goal of this podcast is to collectively design The Ampersand Manifesto. What does it look like to be balancing two or more big pursuits? Where do we find connection points between them? And how can our multifaceted endeavors support other Ampersands and the community around us?

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