Just in time for this year’s Super Bowl and Black History Month, Emily sits down with Sandra Douglass Morgan, President of the Las Vegas Raiders and Vice Chair of the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee, to talk about her deep love for her hometown and the process of bringing the Super Bowl to entertainment capital of the world for the first time ever. Sandra, the first Black woman to serve as an NFL team president, is no stranger to smashing glass ceilings, having been the first Black city atto...
Feb 07, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Elizabeth Bellak grew up in the limelight. Dubbed the “Polish Shirley Temple,” she had big dreams for her acting career. But all that changed when the Nazis invaded her hometown. On this emotional episode of She Pivots , the now-94-year-old talks with Emily about hiding in plain sight under a new name in convents, the murder of her sister and future discovery of her diary, her escape to Austria and then New York, and the building of a new life in America. Elizabeth also makes a plea for toleranc...
Jan 31, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 2
For our Season 3 premiere of She Pivots , host Emily Tisch Sussman sits down with Misty Copeland—principal ballerina with American Ballet Theater, mother, designer, author, and philanthropist. Misty recounts falling in love with ballet, being part of a difficult public custody battle, and the challenges of injuries in her early career. She also opens up about the isolation of being the only Black ballerina in the room, –an experience that drives her advocacy and philanthropy today–and how becomi...
Jan 24, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 1
She Pivots returns for its third season to dig deeper into the personal moments that shifted our guests’ perspectives and opened up new, unexpected paths. Hear from our all-star roster of women, including trailblazer Misty Copeland, actress Vanessa Hudgens, fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff, and iconic CEO Cindy Gallop. Whether you’re in the midst of your own pivot or considering a change in the new year, our guests will inspire you with their stories of perseverance and transformation. With a ne...
Jan 19, 2024•1 min
Shay Mitchell rose to fame on the wildly popular show, Pretty Little Liars , but has since built a travel essentials empire with BÉIS . On this Season 2 finale of She Pivots , Shay joins Emily to talk about her early experiences traveling with her family, the impact of Pretty Little Liars , becoming a mom, and the inspiration behind BÉIS . This episode is deeply personal and dives into “mom shaming,” fear when launching a new business (especially right before a global pandemic!), and navigating ...
Oct 18, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Marisa Renee Lee is an advocate, writer, and speaker on coping with grief, especially for women and African American communities. This week on She Pivots , Marisa joined Emily for a timely “Candid Convo” focused on how grief impacts us all and how we can show up for our loved ones when they are experiencing grief. Marisa talks openly about her own experiences with grief—from losing her mother to breast cancer to struggles with infertility—and reflects on how those challenges shaped her. These sh...
Oct 11, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Bobbi Brown revolutionized the makeup world with her neutral lipsticks—but that was just her start. From there, Bobbi has taken the beauty industry by storm, and has even branched out into hospitality, media, and wellness. On this episode of She Pivots, recorded live in The Church in Sag Harbor, Bobbi talks with Emily about her decision to stay on with her brand for decades—and her decision to walk away—her foray into the hotel business, and the values she holds onto as she’s building something ...
Oct 04, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Laura Spaulding was only 19 years old when she was dishonorably discharged from military service due to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell—her paperwork was stamped with “homosexual,” something that haunted her as she sought to find a new career. After finding a job in the police force working undercover in narcotics, the reality of what victims’ families deal with in the aftermath of a crime made her reimagine her career path. On this episode of She Pivots , Laura recounts when she first had the idea to lau...
Sep 27, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 31
After 10 years working in social, digital, and brand strategy, Neha Ruch launched Mother Untitled, a digital media platform committed to empowering women pausing or shifting careers to focus on family life. In this Candid Convo—just in time for back to school—Emily and Neha dig into the preconceptions people have about working moms and stay-at-home moms, about what it means for our identities when we become mothers, how we raise sensitive sons, and transparency around childcare support. They als...
Sep 20, 2023•52 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Dr. Edith Eger was only 15 when her family was violently removed from their home in Hungary by German Nazis and sent to concentration camps. But after surviving Auschwitz, and later immigrating to the United States, Dr. Eger kept her past a secret, even from her own children, until decades later. On this emotional episode of She Pivots , Dr. Eger discusses dancing for her survival at Auschwitz, her decision to get her PhD in her 50s, the power of sharing her story, and her advice for future gene...
Sep 13, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 29
This week, She Pivots is doing something a little different. We originally planned to air a conversation with an incredible writer and actor - but she is currently on the picket line advocating for fair wages for her and her fellow actors. In honor of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike, we are sharing some resources to support all of the actors and writers striking for better contracts. You can head to the “Our Causes” page on our website to find out how you can support our friends on the picket line....
Sep 06, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Laura Coe founded Snapology—an educational company based on the idea that STEM can be both academically rewarding and fun—out of necessity. As a health care actuary who traveled frequently, and a mother of two facing divorce, Laura pivoted to ensure she would maintain custody of her children. On this episode of She Pivots , Laura discusses her inspiration for the company, the impact of COVID on Snapology, and why persistence was critical in launching her own business. Be sure to subscribe, leave...
Aug 30, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 27
When Carla Stickler became Elphaba in Wicked in 2010, she knew her career was thriving. But burnout can hit us even when we’re doing the thing we love most, especially in a notoriously competitive space like Broadway. On this episode of She Pivots , Carla talks about the physical and emotional demands of her career on Broadway and her decision to leave the big stage to become a software engineer. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and share with your friends if you liked this episode! She P...
Aug 23, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Nina Westbrook is a woman wearing many hats: mother of three, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and wife to NBA All-star Russell Westbrook. In this Candid Convo, Nina joins Emily to talk about her career as a mental health therapist, creating her digital wellness platform, Bene, and the challenges in building stability while frequently moving for her husband’s job. Plus, Emily and Nina play Do-Tell!, a new card game from Nina focused on meaningful conversations ...
Aug 16, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 25
The Hills forever changed reality TV. And for Lo Bosworth, one of the stars of the show, being on reality TV since high school shaped her experiences growing up, attending college, and figuring out life after the cameras turned off. On this episode of She Pivots , Lo talks about her experiences with bullying, her decision to attend culinary school, and her health challenges that led to founding her successful women’s wellness brand, Love Wellness. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and shar...
Aug 09, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 24
If you've ever been frustrated by the options for women's workwear, you're not alone. This week's guest, Sarah LaFleur, decided to leave her high-powered career in management consulting to launch M.M.LaFleur, an elevated clothing brand for working women. M.M. LaFleur is blazing a trail for a new kind of brand endorsement by dressing women running for office and the WNBA. In this Candid Convo, Sarah discusses how she launched her brand, the impact of COVID on M.M.LaFleur, and her experience dress...
Aug 02, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Stacy London’s journey with fashion—an industry she was drawn to during her battle with psoriasis—began long before her TV debut. But she became a household name during her time co-hosting TLC’s What Not to Wear in the early 2000s. After the show ended, Stacy began to grapple with her changing career and her changing body. On this episode of She Pivots , recorded live in New York City, Stacy discusses being on TLC while managing her chronic illness, becoming a leading voice on menopause, and wha...
Jul 26, 2023•42 min•Season 20Ep. 22
If you’re a fan of reality shows focused on love, then you’ve probably heard of the hit podcast, Reality Gays with Mattie and Poodle . The two hosts, Jake Anthony and Matt Marr, join Emily to share the story of how all three of them met working at a summer theater camp, how the hosts got their show off the ground, and the changes they’ve seen in the podcasting industry since they joined. Oh, and don’t forget the stories of winning $600,000 on a game show, or almost getting stuck in China during ...
Jul 19, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 21
With a new season of Bravo’s legacy show The Real Housewives of New York set to air July 16th, Emily sat down with the show's newest star Erin Lichy. As a self-described straightforward Housewife, Erin is ready for whatever is in store for this new era of RHONY. In this Candid Convo, Erin discusses her relationships with her fellow castmates, the decision to join the iconic reality TV series, and the ups and downs of motherhood. These short “Candid Convos” will highlight the personal, the profes...
Jul 12, 2023•52 min•Season 2Ep. 20
You may know Robin Arzón from her energetic, popular classes on Peloton—where she is famous for her catch phrases (“I only ride with royalty”) or as the New York Times bestselling author of children’s books, Strong Mama and Strong Baby . But Robin began her career as a lawyer, turning to running after a traumatic event shook what she thought would be a straight line in climbing up the professional ladder. On this episode of She Pivots , recorded in front of a live audience in New York City the w...
Jul 05, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Tori Taylor has built a powerful career in DC and politics—she has worked in a variety of leadership roles at EMILY's List, Center for American Progress, Obama for America, and both Hillary Clinton's 2008 and 2016 presidential campaigns, and most recently, she served as the Executive Director for Swing Left. As longtime DC friends, Emily and Tori realized that Tori was experiencing some of the same changes and personal pivots Emily experienced when she was Tori’s age. In this Candid Convo, Emily...
Jun 28, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Allyson Felix is one of the most decorated track and field athletes in the world, with 11 Olympic medals and many world championships under her belt. But her decision to start a family put her career on the line, particularly her sponsorship with Nike. That’s when Allyson took her riskiest move yet; she published an op-ed in The New York Times, publicly denouncing Nike’s treatment of their pregnant athletes. On this episode of She Pivots , Allyson shares what happened next with Nike, her decisio...
Jun 21, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Omi Bell, Founder and CEO of Black Girl Ventures (BGV), is an expert at disruption. Through BGV, she has funded over 450 women of color, and BGV’s pitch participants are collectively generating over $10M in revenue and supporting 3,000 jobs. But before Omi was disrupting markets and stereotypes around who can be successful in business, Omi faced many hurdles in her own life—hurdles that she turned into opportunities. On this episode of She Pivots, Omi tells Emily about hitting “rock bottom,” the...
Jun 14, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Elsa Collins grew up on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border, living in Tijuana, Mexico but going to school in San Diego. Her experiences living near the border shaped her childhood and ultimately her career. After meeting and marrying NBA star Jarron Collins at Stanford University, they started a family—and raising multiracial kids awakened in her a passion for community organizing and advocating for policies that would help her children, and those in her community, thrive. On this episode of S...
Jun 07, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Geena Rocero is a model, producer, and author of the new book Horse Barbie . She has graced the covers and pages of famous magazines, such as Playboy , and appeared on billboards across the country. However, Geena was holding a secret for years that was preventing her from living authentically. It wasn’t until her 2014 TED Talk that she revealed the secret: she is transgender. On this episode of She Pivots , Emily talks with Geena about growing up and competing in beauty pageants in the Philippi...
May 31, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 14
You probably know Priyanka Chopra Jonas from the TV series, Quantico , but her ascent into fame began when she was only 17 years old, after winning the Miss India and Miss World title. She dove headfirst into the entertainment industry, learning everything she could and soon racked up an impressive resume in India. But she left stability behind, deciding to move to the U.S. to pursue a career in Hollywood. Priyanka Chopra Jonas joined She Pivots to discuss her new role in her show Citadel and ne...
May 24, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Tetiana Poudel watched with shock from Silicon Valley as Russia invaded Ukraine last February. But for her, the fight was personal. As a Ukrainian-American, she sprung into action, organizing fundraisers to provide combat boots to troops in Ukraine and even traveling herself into Ukraine to deliver supplies to her father’s military unit. On this emotionally intense episode of She Pivots , Emily talks with Tetiana about how the war in Ukraine upended her life, her immense personal sacrifices to h...
May 17, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 12
For this special Mother’s Day episode, Emily is joined by renowned author and economist Emily Oster to talk about motherhood. Using data, Prof. Oster digs into the data behind parenting, and together, they tackle the realities of modern parenting and how that shapes our professional careers. These short “Candid Convos” will highlight the personal, the professional, and of a little pivoting along the way. Hope you enjoy! Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and share with your friends if you l...
May 10, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Isa Watson has broken barrier after barrier, including earning one of the largest VC investments for a Black woman. But her journey to launching her company Squad began in a fast-paced Wall Street career, where she lost her deep connections with her family and friends as she climbed the professional ladder. After the sudden death of her father, she knew her calling lay outside of Wall Street. Now, she’s committed to changing how we think about building community, with Squad and her new book, Lif...
May 03, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Nitika knew from a young age that something was wrong with her health. After being diagnosed with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis by age 19, Nitika struggled physically and emotionally with the challenges of having chronic illnesses. Her decision to embrace her role as a chronic illness advocate led to her pivot into founding Chronicon , a community and annual conference for the 133+ million Americans living with chronic illness. On this episode of She Pivots , Nitika shares her journey with c...
Apr 26, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 9
