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. 41
12/06/2025

Finding the Courage to Start: Reinvention, Resilience, and Owning Your Story

Have you ever felt the nudge to try something new but weren’t sure you had what it takes to leap? In this inspiring conversation, Danny DelVecchio shares what courage looks like in real life. From leaving corporate life, moving states…

Season 4
Ep. 40
11/28/2025

The Truth About Starting a Business

Leslie sits down with entrepreneur, author, and radio host Jim Beach for an honest conversation about the real journey of building a business. Jim shares how early rejection led him toward entrepreneurship, the highs and lows he faced, and the…

Season 4
Ep. 39
11/21/2025

A Few Kind Words Changed Everything

Tracey Gates joins me to share the simple but powerful moment that sparked her yearlong journey of writing one handwritten appreciation letter every day. What started as a small act of kindness became a practice that restored her energy, deepened…

Season 3
Ep. 38
11/14/2025

Courage, Career Pivots, and Saying Yes with Rich Salon

Rich Salon joins Leslie to share his inspiring journey from corporate HR leader to career coach, business matchmaker, author, and now an aspiring wish granter for adults with terminal illness. His story is filled with powerful Why Not Today moments…

Season 4
Ep. 37
11/07/2025

The Why Not Today Journey: From One Courageous Step to Providing a Space for Entrepreneurs through the Inner Circle

In this episode of the Why Not Today Podcast, host and founder Leslie Kane opens up about her journey from taking one courageous step to building a community where entrepreneurs can grow together. What began as a spontaneous idea on…

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…

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