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. 16
06/13/2025

The Business of Connection: Courage, Community, and Collaboration

In this heartfelt and fun conversation, Leslie welcomes long-time friend and business collaborator Robyn McClure, also known as “Fun Robyn.” From launching community events together to navigating business through the pandemic, Robyn shares candid stories of courage, entrepreneurship, and the…

Season 4
Ep. 15
06/06/2025

Why Not Today and How to FUND It

In this solo episode, Leslie shares the heart behind the Why Not Today message and the legacy of her father, Patrick Kane, who inspired the belief that it’s never too late to start. She introduces a powerful shift in the…

Season 4
Ep. 14
05/30/2025

Powerful Players, Courageous Conversations, and Growing Together with Freddi Donner

In this episode of the Why Not Today? podcast, Leslie Kane welcomes back executive and leadership coach Freddi Donner for a deep and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, courage, and the power of surrounding yourself with others on a similar journey….

Season 4
Ep. 13
05/24/2025

Start Before You're Ready: Take Action Even When You're Not Sure

Do you have a business idea but feel nervous to start? Maybe you’ve already started something but feel stuck or unsure what to do next. In this episode, Leslie Kane shares why you don’t need to feel ready to begin….

Season 4
Ep. 12
05/16/2025

Courage, AI, and Creating with Confidence

In this inspiring episode, Leslie is joined by Aprelle Duany, founder of AI Equity Ventures, a company focused on making AI more accessible, inclusive, and empowering, especially for women and underrepresented communities. Aprelle shares her journey from engineering and international…

Season 4
Ep. 11
05/09/2025

Courage, Loss, and the Power of Action

In this powerful episode, Leslie sits down with Ginny Atwood, Executive Director of the Christopher Atwood Foundation. Ginny shares her deeply personal story of loss, resilience, and the bold decision to start a nonprofit just days after her brother Christopher…

Season 4
Ep. 10
05/02/2025

Choosing Courage Over Comfort

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie sits down with Tasha Smith, Founder of Emerge for an honest, insightful conversation about what it means to lead with courage in life and business. Tasha shares her personal and…

Season 4
Ep. 9
04/25/2025

Facing the Worry Bug and Finding Courage

In this inspiring episode of the Why Not Today? podcast, host Leslie Kane welcomes Clinical Psychologist, Owner of Peace of Mindfulness and Author Dr. Amanda Skowron Romano. Amanda shares her journey from being the youngest of five siblings in a…

Season 4
Ep. 8
04/18/2025

Find a Way, Not a Reason Why You Can’t

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, host Leslie Kane talks with Elise Woodworth, Nonprofit Board Relations Coach and author of Business Not Battle. Elise shares her inspiring journey from military service to corporate life to entrepreneurship, all…

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