Jess Lin

Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a second-generation Taiwanese American, a proud daughter of immigrants, and a community builder at heart. Formerly a global health community mobilizer, I spent seven years living and working in places like Zambia, Honduras, and Bangladesh. In 2021, a chronic injury and disability forced a pivot from that career, and I channeled that forced pause into reinvention.

Now, I am the creator and host of Cultureful, a narrative podcast and social impact project. I have spent the last three years as a self-taught producer, learning everything from guest outreach to editing on Descript through sheer determination. My show is rooted in narrative justice; I believe people are the ultimate experts of their own stories—that regular, underrepresented folks are incredible protagonists with important stories to tell, and that we should listen. I thrive in "deep time"—the 40- to 60-minute conversations where strangers become neighbors through unscripted, human-to-human exchange.

I am an extroverted lover of community and my brain is a curious question factory. Whether I’m teaching restorative yoga or serving as a Blue Ribbon Judge for the Ambies, I prioritize human connection over resumes. I’m currently growing Cultureful into a brand that bridges cultures and builds empathy.

What I’m looking for: I’m looking for collaborations that go beyond surface-level inclusion to truly value diversity and underrepresented voices. I thrive in diverse groups and am eager to connect with values-aligned partners for:

• Collaborations & Promo Swaps: Connecting with narrative-driven shows (especially Society & Culture or History) for trailer swaps, feed drops, and newsletter features that resonate with our shared mission.
• Sponsorships & Brand Partnerships: Partnering with values-aligned brands and businesses that want to reach an engaged, high-quality subscriber base.
• Peers & Community: Connecting with independent creators and mentors to cross-pollinate ideas for both creative work and growth and monetization strategies.

If any of this resonates with you—send me a message!