"Kate has appeared on 30+ podcasts and media outlets discussing mortality awareness, conscious aliveness, and what it means to feel genuinely alive."
The Wisdom of Impermanence: Cultivating Aliveness with Kate Manser
This video features a profound conversation between Margaret Meloni and Kate Manser about the transformative journey of embracing mortality awareness to cultivate a deeper, more vibrant appreciation for the gift of being alive.
Youtube: The Wisdom of Impermanence: Cultivating Aliveness with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- Febuary 24, 2026
Kate shares a good Story!
In this video, Kate recounts a cautionary tale from her college years about how a seemingly minor decision to give a ride to an acquaintance led to her unexpected arrest and involvement in a major drug charge.
Youtube: Kate shares a good Story!
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 2/19/2025
What Kate learned at Burning Man
In this video, Kate reflects on how her experience at Burning Man inspired her to embrace her own identity as an artist and encouraged her to create and share her work regardless of self-doubt.
Youtube: What Kate learned at Burning Man
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 2/14/2025
What Kate does to love life
In this video, Kate shares her personal strategies for improving mental well-being, specifically focusing on cultivating "alive moments" and intentionally shifting from negative to positive thought patterns.
Youtube: What Kate does to love life
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 2/13/2025
Kate talks about how she deals with change
In this video, Kate discusses how reflecting on mortality serves as a daily practice to help her navigate life's challenges, make difficult decisions, and gain perspective on her priorities.
Youtube: Kate talks about how she deals with change
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 2/10/2025
Face Your Fear of Death to Live Your Most Meaningful Life
In this episode of The Dare to Dream Podcast, motivational leader Kate Manser shares how she transformed her debilitating fear of death into a powerful catalyst for living a more intentional, vibrant, and meaningful life.
Youtube: Face Your Fear of Death to Live Your Most Meaningful Life
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 12/19/2024
Kate Manser: Feel Alive in Life & at Work | FinComp 2024
This video features Kate Manser discussing how to cultivate purpose, gratitude, and a sense of "aliveness" in both your personal life and career.
Youtube: Kate Manser: Feel Alive in Life & at Work | FinComp 2024
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 11/1/2024
Live like you Might die Tommorow: Embrace Mortality
Kate Manser shares how embracing mortality can transform fear into purpose, helping people live more intentionally, nurture meaningful relationships, and find joy in everyday life.
Spotify: Live like you Might die Tommorow: Embrace Mortality
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- June 2024
308: The Death Bed Gut Check with Kate Manser | The Enlighten Up Podcast
This video features Kate Manser, author of You Might Die Tomorrow, who discusses how embracing the reality of one's mortality can serve as a powerful catalyst for overcoming decision paralysis and living a more vibrant, present, and intentional life.
Youtube: 308: The Death Bed Gut Check with Kate Manser | The Enlighten Up Podcast
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 3/26/2024
Worst Vacation Spot in America: The Salton Sea
Danny Mullen visits the Salton Sea, an ecological disaster zone and former resort area, to explore its unique culture and interact with the local community as he evaluates it as a vacation destination.
Youtube: Worst Vacation Spot in America: The Salton Sea
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 3/26/2024
#112 Are You Afraid of Death or Live with Kate Manser
Kate Manser reveals how confronting death anxiety can become a powerful catalyst for courage, personal growth, and living a more vibrant and meaningful life.
Spotify: #112 Are You Afraid of Death or Live with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- Febuary 2024
190: From Addiction To Inner Healing With Kate Manser
Kate Manser discusses sobriety, sisterhood, and the journey of letting go of societal labels to reconnect with your authentic self and create a more intentional life.
Spotify: 190: From Addiction To Inner Healing With Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- Febuary 2024
Clarity With Sue - You Might Die Tomorrow...
In this video, Kate Manser explores how embracing the awareness of death can serve as a powerful catalyst for cultivating greater clarity, purpose, and a sense of "aliveness" in both your personal life and career.
Youtube: Clarity With Sue - You Might Die Tomorrow...
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 11/29/2023
197 | Surviving Your Success - How to Avoid Feeling Empty When Your Dreams Come True with Kate Manser
Kate Manser inspires people to break free from autopilot living, overcome fear and indecision, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose, gratitude, and aliveness in everyday life.
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- July 2023
108. You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser
Kate Manser shares practical strategies for overcoming anxiety, embracing mortality as motivation, and making intentional choices that help you feel more alive and fulfilled every day.
Spotify: 108. You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- June 2023
Mortality as Motivation with Kate Manser
Kate Manser teaches how embracing mortality and appreciating the present moment can inspire greater courage, gratitude, and joy in everyday life.
Spotify: Mortality as Motivation with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
May 2023
Dose of Togetherness with Kate Manser
This video features Kate Manser, founder of You Might Die Tomorrow, leading a guided "deathbed meditation" designed to help participants gain perspective on their lives, prioritize what truly matters, and live with greater urgency and intention.
Youtube: Dose of Togetherness with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 3/2/2023
How to Live Fully Alive in 2023 w/ Kate Manser #136
This podcast episode explores strategies for living a fully alive life through intentional action, visualization, and the application of Kate Manser's "How to Live Fully Alive" manifesto.
Spotify: How to Live Fully Alive in 2023 w/ Kate Manser #136
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- January 2023
Episode BOG #115 How to Live Today, Knowing You Can Die Tomorrow w/ Kate Manser
This podcast episode features Kate Manser discussing how contemplating mortality can serve as a catalyst for growth, personal transformation, and living a more intentional, fully alive life.
Spotify: Episode BOG #115 How to Live Today, Knowing You Can Die Tomorrow w/ Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- August 2022
114. Kate Manser: ALIVE
This podcast episode features Kate Manser, a meditation guide and author of You Might Die Tomorrow, discussing how contemplating our own mortality can serve as a powerful catalyst for living a more intentional and fully alive life.
Spotify: 114. Kate Manser: ALIVE
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- March 2022
Why Death Awareness is the Key to Your Best Life with Kate Manser | EOLU Podcast
This video features Dr. Karen Wyatt interviewing Kate Manser, the creator of the You Might Die Tomorrow movement, on how embracing mortality can serve as a powerful tool to cultivate presence, gratitude, and a more vibrant, authentic life.
Youtube: Why Death Awareness is the Key to Your Best Life with Kate Manser | EOLU Podcast
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- January 2022
Bonus Episode - with Kate Manser - DFDS Episode 36.5
This bonus episode of the Ending Wise podcast features a wide-ranging, informal conversation with author and artist Kate Manser that explores topics such as existentialism, stoicism, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and alternative ways of living, including commune and van life.
Spotify: Bonus Episode - with Kate Manser - DFDS Episode 36.5
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- December 2021
Kate Manser | You Might Die Tomorrow
This podcast episode features an interview with author Kate Manser, who discusses the philosophy behind her book and movement, You Might Die Tomorrow. So Live Today., exploring how confronting mortality can drive meaningful personal growth and intentional living.
Spotify: Kate Manser | You Might Die Tomorrow
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- January 2021
Kate Manser: "We think we have time"
This podcast episode from The Bucket Podcast features Kate Manser discussing how to overcome the stress and frustration of daily life by using reminders of our own mortality to cultivate a more intentional and fully alive perspective.
Spotify: Kate Manser: "We think we have time"
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- January 2021
59: YOU MIGHT DIE TOMORROW (So live today!). A conversation with Kate Manser.
This conversation features author Kate Manser discussing how embracing the awareness of our own mortality can serve as a powerful catalyst for living a more intentional, joyful, and meaningful life.
Youtube: 59: YOU MIGHT DIE TOMORROW (So live today!). A conversation with Kate Manser.
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 10/31/2020
Using Death as Motivation to Live
This podcast explores how maintaining an awareness of one's own mortality can serve as a powerful, intentional motivation to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life today.
Youtube: Using Death as Motivation to Live
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 4/2/2020
Ep 210. You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser (redux)
This episode of Not Another Anxiety Show features host Kelli and guest Kate Manser in a conversation that approaches the sensitive topic of death as a means to better navigate life's challenges.
Spotify: Ep 210. You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser (redux)
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- April 2020
Author's Hour Guest Kate Manser & Janette Winters
This podcast episode from Author's Hour, hosted by Wayne G. Barber, features a conversation with author Kate Manser about her book, You Might Die Tomorrow, alongside a segment with romance writer Janette Winters.
Spotify: Author's Hour Guest Kate Manser & Janette Winters
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- March 2020
Exploring Death Podcast: You Might Die Tomorrow, Live Today! with Kate Manser – Episode 106
This podcast episode features an insightful discussion with Kate Manser about her movement, You Might Die Tomorrow, and how embracing the reality of one's own mortality can serve as a powerful motivation to live a more intentional, joyful, and authentic life.
Youtube: Exploring Death Podcast: You Might Die Tomorrow, Live Today! with Kate Manser – Episode 106
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 12/21/2019
You Might Die Tomorrow, Live Today! with Kate Manser - Episode 106
This podcast episode features Kate Manser, who shares how a realization at age thirty about the fragility of life became the catalyst for her "You Might Die Tomorrow" movement, which inspires people to cultivate intentionality and live fully in the present.
Spotify: You Might Die Tomorrow, Live Today! with Kate Manser - Episode 106
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- December 2019
Kate Manser on how to live today.
In this episode of the Live Like You Are Dying podcast, host Fi Munro interviews Kate Manser about how experiencing the sudden loss of friends prompted her to embrace a perspective where contemplating mortality serves as a powerful reminder to live with intentionality and joy.
Spotify: Kate Manser on how to live today.
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- September 2019
30. Kate Manser: You Might Die Tomorrow
In this episode of The Death Dialogues Project Podcast, Kate Manser shares how experiencing the sudden loss of four friends in two years inspired her You Might Die Tomorrow project, which explores how contemplating mortality can serve as a powerful catalyst for living a more intentional and joyful life.
Spotify; 30. Kate Manser: You Might Die Tomorrow
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- June 2019
#Preach | Kate Manser | You Might Die Tomorrow
This video features Kate Manser discussing how contemplating one's own mortality can serve as a powerful spiritual practice to foster gratitude, gain perspective, and inspire a more meaningful way of living.
Youtube: #Preach | Kate Manser | You Might Die Tomorrow
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 1/20/2019
Kate Manser — You Might Die Tomorrow
This video features a conversation between host Branden Harvey and Kate Manser about her movement, You Might Die Tomorrow, and how embracing the reality of mortality can inspire people to live more intentionally and authentically.
Youtube: Kate Manser — You Might Die Tomorrow
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- 1/14/2019
You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser
In this episode of the Shift Your Spirits podcast, Kate Manser discusses how to move past the fear of death and use the contemplation of mortality as a tool for living a more intentional, fully alive life.
Spotify: You Might Die Tomorrow with Kate Manser
Business Insider: "My self-worth was tied to my 6-figure Google job. Then a colleague died, and it changed everything for me."
The Santa Barbara Independent "Kate Manser Chooses Life"
- January 2019