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 4
Ep. 36
10/30/2025

Fight Fear with Failure: Finding Courage in the Messy Middle

In this episode of the Why Not Today? podcast, host Leslie Kane sits down with entrepreneur and community advocate Janet Counts for a real conversation about courage, connection, and rebuilding from chaos. Janet shares her personal journey from the IT…

Season 4
Ep. 45
10/24/2025

Building the Life is Good Brand

In this inspiring conversation, Leslie Kane sits down with Roy Heffernan, retired Chief Operating Optimist and partner at Life is Good. Roy shares the story behind one of America’s most beloved lifestyle brands and how a simple mission, to spread…

Season 4
Ep. 34
10/16/2025

The Power of Community

In this solo episode, host Leslie Kane dives into one of her favorite topics, community, and why it’s more vital than ever in a world that often feels disconnected. Leslie shares research, personal stories, and practical ways to build real,…

Season 4
Ep. 33
10/10/2025

Betting on Yourself and Building with Courage

In this episode of the Why Not Today? podcast, host Leslie Kane talks with Michael Rivero, a purpose-driven marketer, entrepreneur, and founder of TPOS.ai. Michael shares how his journey from sneaker collector to successful business owner taught him to take…

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…

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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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