You know that thing you've been thinking about doing? Why Not Now? Amy Jo Martin, a New York Times Best-Selling Author and Personal Branding pioneer, created this show because she believes the world will be a better place if more people ask themselves, "Why Not Now?". Each episode you'll hear from Amy Jo herself and a professional Why Notter - guests like Mark Cuban, Jessica Alba, Tony Robbins, Barbara Corcoran, Billy Corgan and more - and learn how they answered the question then took actio ...
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In this special crossover episode of "Why Not Now?", Amy Jo takes a turn in the guest seat for an enlightening conversation with Syama Bunten, host of the "Getting Rich Together" podcast. Amy Jo shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings in a trailer park to becoming a trailblazing entrepreneur, bestselling author and champion for women’s …
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Persuasive Storytelling Step by Step with Amy Jo Martin (Ep 326)
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Storytelling is one of the most (if not the most!) powerful tools for influencing human behavior, building connections, and creating impact in your personal and professional life. In this episode, Amy Jo shares her insights on crafting compelling, what she calls, “Go-To Stories" - potent, concise narratives that resonate emotionally and can adapt t…
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Break Free from Old Patterns: Dr. Gay Hendricks on Problem-Solving & Personal Growth (Ep 325)
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In this episode, we revisit a popular conversation with Dr. Gay Hendricks, a renowned expert in personal and relationship transformation. Dr. Hendricks shares his four-step process, “FACT” - facing, accepting, choosing and taking action - as a powerful tool to help people transform their lives by identifying and breaking long-standing patterns. If …
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Flipping the script on Marriage & Play using the 5 Renegade Rules with Amy Jo Martin
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In this heartfelt episode, Amy Jo invites you on a journey of transformation, courage and rediscovery. For new listeners, you'll learn Amy Jo's five Renegade Rules and how to apply them to your Why Not Now? ideas. For longtime listeners, this is your chance to take a refresher course and set a new idea in motion. Sharing two of her personal “Why No…
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Amy Jo shares insights and trends from being out in the wild listening loudly to audiences of every type. Drawing on 25 years of experience navigating some of the biggest technological revolutions - from the dot-com boom to the advent of social media - Amy Jo explores how this moment in history is similar to those, what that means for you and how A…
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Guy Kawasaki is a bona fide legend. He is an evangelist for innovation, and has been on the front lines of the biggest evolutions in tech; those moments that we’ve all heard about. In Amy Jo’s mind, Guy is the OG influencer and you’ll hear why. Guy’s background stretches from his first stint with Apple back in the 80’s all the way through to Canva …
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Juliet Funt is a Productivity Wizard. She is a renowned Keynote Speaker, CEO, Author and tough-love advisor to the Fortune 500. In this episode, Juliet gets into the tactics of how and what to do in order to create more space in your day and life. You’ll learn how to recognize that you’re doing too much, how Juliet helps companies and individuals r…
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Sandra Campos is a three-time CEO, having led some of the biggest retail and fashion brands in the world. She is also a two-time founder, a member of multiple private and public boards, a contributor on CNBC and an absolute expert on the consumer. One of the things that stands out most about Sandra is her ability to understand the macro picture of …
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Steven Kotler studied journalism, poetry, and writing in school. When he told others about his plans to conduct a neurobiological study, some literally laughed in his face. But Steven’s interviews with Flow State experts made him an authority on the subject, and he set out to help others reach peak performance. He now works with entrepreneurs, athl…
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Our priorities are what we do, not what we say we are going to go. In this episode, Amy Jo explains the difference between priority management and time management. You’ll hear two personal stories that have helped shape the way Amy Jo looks at her priorities as well as learn actionable tips you can try today to help you discern what is a priority, …
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Alignment and equal value exchange are everything when it comes to having skin in the game. Asking for equity, no matter if you are an employee, advisor or otherwise, is a long term strategy and can be life changing. In this short-but-tactic-packed episode, Amy Jo breaks down the 7 ways you can ask for equity, the strategy behind these phrases and …
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“Once you launch in, there’s no going back.” Paula Wallace is the Founder and President of the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) - a world leading comprehensive university for creative professionals. Paula invented SCAD in 1979, and she has most definitely not looked back. Paula has continued to reinvent the way we learn and the way we teach …
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This is the final episode of Amy Jo’s 3 part series all about reinventing your relationship time and money. We encourage you to listen to Part 1 (Ep 313) and Part 2 (Ep 314) before pushing play on Part 3. In this last installment, Amy Jo focuses on the money side of things. To be clear, this is not investment advice, but you will learn how to poten…
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Welcome to Part 2 of Amy Jo’s 3 part series on reinventing your relationship with time and money. If you haven’t spent time with Part 1 (episode 313), we encourage you to go back and listen before diving in to this latest installment. As promised, in this episode you’ll hear Amy Jo’s New Year’s list featuring what she plans to take with her into th…
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A solo series with Amy Jo! In this first episode of a three-part series, you’ll hear how Amy Jo is reinventing her relationship with time (and how you can too). You will learn tactical tips so you can do the same. Amy Jo has overhauled how she spends her days. The catalyst for this reinvention? Some tough, life-changing lessons. You will learn how …
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Corporate isn’t a dirty word, and Nicole Rex will tell you why. She is on a journey to reinvent it. Nicole is the VP of Global Marketing at Dell Technologies. A storyteller, creator, and marketer at heart, Nicole brings a unique passion for helping people and infusing creativity into every aspect of her work, all while having a ton of fun. After al…
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Episode 311: Dr. Melanie McNally- My personal Peak Performance and Brain Coach
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Immerse yourself in a profound conversation with Dr. Melanie McNally, a licensed clinical psychologist and a trailblazing brain coach. With a career spanning almost two decades, Dr. McNally has devoted herself to the mental well-being of adults and adolescents. Her groundbreaking life coaching programs are designed to instill self-awareness, align …
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What is the impact of AI on humans? How can you use it to your advantage? Well, the goal of this episode is to leave you empowered and able to take very practical steps toward your own AI goals. Dive into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies with Amy Jo and our Renegade guests - Lindsey Michaelides, Founder of Stro…
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In this compelling podcast episode, host Amy Jo engages in an on stage conversation with Nadya Okamoto, a force to be reckoned with in the entrepreneurial world. Nadya, Founder & CEO of August, a sustainable tampon and pad company, has not only pioneered eco-friendly menstruation products but also led the charge against period poverty through her n…
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Sophia Amoruso is a serial entrepreneur, a New York Times Bestselling Author, and the original #GirlBoss. In this episode, she shares how she started a company from the back of her ‘87 Volvo, scaled it to a $100 million, and how she has reinvented and rebuilt herself in the process. In this candid conversation, Sophia shares the unvarnished truths …
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Matt Lombardi, former professional athlete and Co-Founder of Beam, joins Amy Jo for a heartfelt conversation covering inspiration, heartbreak, mental health and everything in between. Beam crafts functional wellness products designed to enhance sleep, calm, energy, recovery, and hydration, reshaping the landscape of health and wellness. Amy Jo and …
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Join Amy Jo as she delves deep with Jodi Shelton, the remarkable co-founder and president of the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA). Jodi's story is one of relentless determination and unwavering dedication, she will outwork most anyone in a room evident from the fact she’s held a job since 6th grade). Throughout the conversation, Amy Jo and Jodi …
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Get to know the REAL person behind the personality. Matthew McConaughey has depth and shares things in this episode that we’ve never heard before. We all know him from the big screen, but this wide-ranging conversation takes unexpected turns and give us a glimpse into his life behind the scenes. You’ll hear the Matthew behind the @officiallymcconau…
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Marcus Buckingham is the author of two of the best selling business books of all time. He studies psychometrics for a living and brings research into everything he does to unlock strengths, increase performance and help pioneer the future of how people work. Both his insight, and storytelling, are unrivaled. In the episode, Marcus reveals what he p…
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Scott O’Neil stands as one of the most accomplished and multifaceted executives, excelling across both the professional sports and corporate domains. Currently serving as the CEO of Merlin Entertainment and acclaimed author of “Be Where Your Feet Are,” his prowess transcends industries. His legacy is underscored by former leadership roles as CEO of…
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Brittany Hiller is the COO of Renegade and the complementary Yin to Amy Jo's Yang. Britt embodies a fusion of razor-sharp legal acumen with entrepreneurial artistry. Discover how Britt’s journey took an unexpected turn from attorney to CMO, and how her remarkable results led to her taking the reins as CEO, leading the organization in 200+% topline …
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Brad Slater, Senior Talent Partner at William Morris Endeavor, wears the badge of most untraditional agent in Hollywood with pride.He has represented some of the most prominent names in entertainment, professional sports, and business, including The Rock, Lebron James and Megan Markle. He continues to push the boundaries and reinvent his role in a …
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Alexis Jones lives at an intersection few entrepreneurs journey to - the crossroads of entertainment and activism. As a three time founder, executive producer, author, activist, and former Survivor contestant, Alexis’ journey to discovering alignment and joy has been anything but boring - or linear. In the candid interview, Alexis recounts her bold…
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Alli Webb is the Co-Founder of Drybar, a New York Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, and the Co-Founder of Squeeze and Becket + Quill. Alli is the kind of person who skips the small talk and dives right into the deep end. There is nothing off limits for her. In this episode, recorded live at the 2022 Renegade Summit, Alli discusses how she…
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Ep 298: Melanie Strong - Career Reinvention
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Join us on this episode of Why Not Now? as we delve into Melanie Strong's extraordinary journey from a 17-year tenure as a top executive at Nike to co-founding Next Ventures, a venture capital firm, with Lance Armstrong. Melanie shared her pivotal Why Not Now moment that ignited her career reinvention, propelling her into the realm of angel investi…
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Welcome to a special episode of Why Not Now? where we are lifting the veil on the investing spectrum.. Recorded live at 2023 SXSW, Amy Jo is joined by two remarkable Renegades: Noramay Cadena, Managing Partner at Supply Chain Capital, a venture capital firm investing at the intersection of food and technology, and Britt Hiller, Renegade Global’s CO…
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Constance Schwartz-Morini is the co-founder and CEO of SMAC Entertainment, a talent management firm, business incubator, and Emmy-nominated production company she has created in partnership with Michael Strahan. Constance has developed the modern playbook for how athletes and entertainers navigate their multifaceted careers while developing busines…
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Jesse Draper is one of the 50 most connected women in America, and a true trailblazer. Jesse is not only a highly successful venture capitalist, but is also a dedicated mother of three. As the founder of Halogen Ventures, a female focused venture fund, she has built an impressive portfolio of over 70 companies, focusing on accelerating access to ca…
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Episode 294: Jason Mraz - The Art of Storytelling
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Jason Mraz is a Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter. But what you may not know is that he's also a passionate farmer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. In this episode, Jason talks to Amy Jo about music's power to harmonize humanity in a time where many of us feel divided. Jason and Amy Jo also discuss his Why Not Now? moment that took him from …
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Kerry Michaels is the Co-Founder & CEO of William Murray Golf. Yes…as in the actor, Bill Murray. Kerry oversees millions of dollars in annual revenue. Hers is a true story of asking for forgiveness instead of permission. This conversation is all about taking control of your own career, taking action and getting sh*t done. Kerry, and her Why Not Now…
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This episode is the final in our “Best Of 2022” series. Regan Walsh, Chief Renegade Officer at Renegade Global, is an incredible people leader who has coached some of the top executives at Nike, Wall Street and everything in-between. She navigates her own life with constant curiosity and guides others around healthy boundaries by shifting the way p…
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This episode was another of our most popular, and most listened to, episodes in 2022. Phyllis Newhouse has quite the resume. She is the first African American woman to lead a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC), the first woman ever to win the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of the Year award in the technology category, she’s on the board of the …
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Episode 290: Best of 2022 - Vanessa Van Edwards - Charisma. Are You Born With It or Can You Learn It?
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This episode was our most popular, and most listened to, show in 2022! Vanessa Van Edwards is the Lead Behavioral Investigator at Science of People - a company she founded over 15 years ago. She is an internationally acclaimed speaker and author of two books, Captivate and Cues. Vanessa guides people on mastering the secret language of charismatic …
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Episode 289: Kristen Bell & Monica Padman - Shattering the Glass Ceiling and Knowing Your Worth
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Kristen Bell and Monica Padman joined Amy Jo on the Why Not Now? show for our 250th Episode. Don’t miss this incredibly honest conversation about gender equality, mentorship, confidence, and asking for support. Kristen Bell and Monica Padman share some insight into their podcast, We Are Supported By... They interviewed inspirational women like Opra…
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Marcus Buckingham is the author of two of the best selling business books of all time. He studies psychometrics for a living and brings research into everything he does. Both his insight, and storytelling, are unrivaled. In the episode, Marcus exposes the key to life as he sees it. He dives into the fact that as humans, when we are in love, we are …
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Mike Evans, the founder of Grubhub, author of “Hangry” and founder of Fixer, is one of the most grounded and passionate workers around. He knows how to start from nothing and build success. Mike took Grubhub public. The company had a multibillion dollar IPO. Even though that might sound “successful” to everyone else, Mike defines success for himsel…
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Alli Webb is the Co-Founder of the wildly successful Drybar, a New York Times Bestselling Author and Canopy President. She is also a Co-Founder of Squeeze and Becket + Quill. Alli is the kind of person who skips the small talk and dives right into the deep end. There is nothing off limits for her. In this episode, recorded live at the 2022 Renegade…
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Episode 285: Brad Slater - Identifying, Selling & Negotiating Your X Factor with Hollywood's Top Agent.
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Brad Slater is one of the top talent agents in the world and a Senior Talent Partner at William Morris Endeavor. He represents some of the biggest names in Hollywood, Professional Sports and Business. Amy Jo and Brad have been friends for over a decade and she has learned so much from him, both personally and professionally, during that time. This …
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Renegade graduate Syrita Steib is running for US Senate in the state of Louisiana. If elected, she will be the first black women to ever hold that position. Her story is remarkable. She grew up in a small rural town surrounded by sugar cane, spent 10 years in prison and has successfully created, and passed, legislation that is changing the narrativ…
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Nadya Okamoto is the Founder & CEO of August, a company that makes sustainable tampons and pads. She is also an influencer with 3 million TikTok followers. Entrepreneurship is in her bones. She started her first non profit, at the age of 16, to find a solution to a problem that she faced growing up. She is now 24 and has started multiple companies.…
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Renegade Grad, Chanel Dokun, helps women step into a calling greater than their career. She is a master at guiding others to find their life purpose and build a plan around it. Her new, and first, book “Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You’ve Been Waiting For”, was released this week. Chanel used to work in magazine publishing. She thought i…
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Marisa Thalberg is one of the most iconic CMO’s out there. She is the Executive Vice President and Chief Brand & Marketing Officer at Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Marisa has previously worked for Estee Lauder Companies, Revlon, J. Walter Thompson, as well as built Taco Bell into the lifestyle brand we know it to be today. In this episode, recorded live a…
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Liz Matthews is the Senior Vice President of Global Brand, Creative and Experiential Marketing at Dell Technologies. She oversee’s all brand at Dell, which is a 100 billion dollar company. Liz has around 700 people who report up to her. Her leadership style is unmatched. It has to be. In this episode, recorded live at the 2022 Cannes Lions Festival…
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Regan Walsh, Chief Renegade Officer at Renegade Global, is an incredible people leader who has coached some of the top executives at Nike, Wall Street and everything in-between. She navigates her own life with constant curiosity and guides others around healthy boundaries by shifting the way people lead. In this episode, Amy Jo and Regan discuss th…
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Ken Coleman is America’s Career Coach, the #1 national bestselling author of The Proximity Principle and From Paycheck to Purpose, and host of The Ken Coleman Show. Ken is known for helping people discover what they were born to do and providing practical steps to make their dreams reality. In Amy Jo’s conversation with Ken, they talk through his p…
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