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. 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…

Season 4
Ep. 21
07/18/2025

The Power of Connection, Community and Finding Your People

In this solo episode, host Leslie Kane explores why we are not meant to do business or life alone. She shares her personal journey and insights from over 30 years as an entrepreneur and why she believes that courage grows…

Season 4
Ep. 20
07/11/2025

Finding Purpose and Hidden Mentors

In this episode, Leslie Kane talks with Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist and founder of The Mentor Project. Together they explore how courage, mentorship and generativity shape our lives and legacies. Highlights: – How The Mentor Project connects world-class…

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book list

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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