why not today? with Leslie Kane podcast

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!

Season 2
Ep. 32
10/03/2025

Standing in Your Worth

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie welcomes back Marissa Levin for an inspiring conversation on courage, transformation, and what it means to stand fully in your worth. Marissa shares her recent journey of stepping into a…

Season 4
Ep. 31
09/26/2025

Clarity, Courage, and the Changing World of Sales with Brian Shea

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane talks with Brian Shea, founder of Lucrum Partners and CEO of Lemonade Global. Brian shares his journey from launching XM Satellite Radio to building businesses that help others scale…

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…

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There have been so many great authors on the podcast. It was time to showcase their work.

Season 1: Episode 14
Season 1: Episode 15
Season 1: Episode 21
Season 2: Episode 8
Season 2: Episode 13
Season 2: Episode 14
Season 2: Episode 15
Season 2: Episode 24
Season 2: Episode 28
Season 2: Episode 29
Season 2: Episode 30
Season 3: Episode 8
Season 3: Episode 12
Season 3: Episode 15
Season 3: Episode 31
Season 4: Episode 5
Season 4: Episode 7
Season 4: Episode 8
Season 4: Episode 9
Season 4: Episode 17
Season 4: Episode 18
Season 4: Episode 20
Season 4: Episode 24
Season 4: Episode 29
Season 4: Episode 38
Season 4: Episode 39
Season 4: Episode 40
Season 4: Episode 42
Season 4: Episode 44

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