why not today podcast

the introduction

The Introduction

Season 1

Episode 1

3.05.2022

This 1st episode is Leslie Kane sharing her story and the history and future of this podcast!

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Season 4
Ep. 29
09/19/2025

Living with Courage and Purpose After a Near-Death Experience

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane sits down with Jacob Cooper, LCSW, to explore how a childhood near-death experience shaped his life’s mission. Jacob shares how that moment of profound awareness set him on a…

Season 4
Ep. 29
09/12/2025

Building Community and Living with Courage

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, host Leslie Kane is joined by returning guest Karen Cleveland, leadership coach, trainer, and longtime community builder. Karen opens up about her journey in leadership, her belief in the power of…

Season 4
Ep. 28
09/05/2025

Systems Are My Superpower

In this solo episode, Leslie explores one of her greatest strengths—building systems. She shares why systems are the secret to staying consistent and why, as James Clear reminds us in Atomic Habits, “You do not rise to the level of…

Season 4
Ep. 27
08/28/2025

Courage, Entrepreneurship, and a Runaway Peacock

What does it really take to step out of the corporate world and build something of your own? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie talks with Brian Tinsman, founder of Pounce Solutions, about the twists, turns,…

Season 4
Ep. 26
08/22/2025

The Power of Community in Entrepreneurship

In this solo episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane, Courage Coach and founder of the Why Not Today Movement, shares the truth about entrepreneurship that often goes unspoken, it can feel lonely. Drawing from personal experience and…

Season 4
Ep. 25
08/15/2025

AI, Marketing, and Courage in Business

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, I welcome back Madeline McMahon, marketing strategist, fractional business development expert, and AI enthusiast. Madeline brings a wealth of practical insights for small business owners who want to make smarter decisions…

Season 4
Ep. 24
08/08/2025

How to Suck as a Leader

In this episode, Leslie welcomes back Travis Dalrymple, a coach, entrepreneur, and author of How to Suck as a Leader. Travis dives deep into the importance of self-improvement for business owners and shares how his journey of personal growth led…

Season 4
Ep. 23
07/31/2025

When to Pivot and Persevere

In this episode, Leslie Kane talks with entrepreneur Rebekah Murray, co-owner of Dare Gift Boxes, about her journey from destination wedding photography to launching a clothing line and ultimately pivoting into a thriving gift box business. Rebekah shares how courage,…

Season 4
Ep. 22
07/25/2025

Choosing Alignment Over Expectation

In this inspiring episode, Leslie welcomes Alice Chen, educator, artist, and founder of Wayfinding Wisdom. Alice shares how a life-changing conversation with her father encouraged her to stop splitting her energy and fully commit to a business and lifestyle aligned…

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