As the first Black woman to win the Eisner Award - a literary prize for comic books - Dr. Sheena Howard knows a thing or two about writing incredible superhero stories. But it took longer for her to realize that she could define her own path and become the hero in her own life story. On this episode of She Pivots, Dr. Howard dives into her dislike for the single parent stereotypes, finishing her PhD in three years, writing for DC Comics and Marvel, leaving an abusive relationship, and how she learns from her regrets. 



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As the first Black woman to win the Eisner Award - a literary prize for comic books - Dr. Sheena Howard knows a thing or two about writing incredible superhero stories. But it took longer for her to realize that she could define her own path and become the hero in her own life story. On this episode of She Pivots, Dr. Howard dives into her dislike for the single parent stereotypes, finishing her PhD in three years, writing for DC Comics and Marvel, leaving an abusive relationship, and how she learns from her regrets. 
 
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She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Dr. Howard, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com.

Join Emily Tisch Sussman as she sits down with a diverse group of women to explore how their personal experiences led to their pivot and eventually their success. She Pivots challenges the typical definitions of success and explores the role our personal stories play in our professional journeys. The series will celebrate those who have made bold moves with a view towards inspiring others to pursue their own non-linear paths. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast.

Join Emily Tisch Sussman as she sits down with a diverse group of women to explore how their personal experiences led to their pivot and eventually their success. She Pivots challenges the typical definitions of success and explores the role our personal stories play in our professional journeys. The series will celebrate those who have made bold moves with a view towards inspiring others to pursue their own non-linear paths. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast.

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Dr. Sheena Howard: Becoming the Hero of Her Own Story

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Gotham FC, New York and New Jersey’s Women’s Soccer team, has already made history as the #8 seed heading to the 2025 NWSL Championship in San Jose after knocking out the top-ranked Kansas City Current. But can they bring home the gold? In this She Pivots Minisode, host Emily Tisch Sussman taps soccer experts, World Cup champions, Gotham’s GM, team ownership, and devoted and new fans alike to break down why this run is electrifying women’s sports.

From Ali Krieger and Kelley O’Hara to Gotham FC GM Yael Averbuch West and co-owner Carolyn Tisch Blodgett, this special edition explores Gotham’s underdog mentality and grit, the cultural momentum behind women’s soccer, and why now is the moment to tune in.

Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit: Saturday 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.

Support women. Support women’s sports. Go Gotham.

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Gotham FC, New York and New Jersey&rsquo;s Women&rsquo;s Soccer team, has already made history as the #8 seed heading to the 2025 NWSL Championship in San Jose after knocking out the top-ranked Kansas City Current. But can they bring home the gold? In this She Pivots Minisode, host Emily Tisch Sussman taps soccer experts, World Cup champions, Gotham&rsquo;s GM, team ownership, and devoted and new fans alike to break down why this run is electrifying women&rsquo;s sports.
From Ali Krieger and Kelley O&rsquo;Hara to Gotham FC GM Yael Averbuch West and co-owner Carolyn Tisch Blodgett, this special edition explores Gotham&rsquo;s underdog mentality and grit, the cultural momentum behind women&rsquo;s soccer, and why now is the moment to tune in.
Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit: Saturday 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.
Support women. Support women&rsquo;s sports. Go Gotham.
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She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. Join the Pivoter community and follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com.

A special She Pivots Minisode celebrating Gotham FC’s historic run to the NWSL Championship, featuring expert voices, team leadership, and fans on why this moment part of the culture shift around women's sports.

SP Minisode: Inside Gotham FC’s Championship Push

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This week marks a special moment on She Pivots—it’s our season finale, and Emily is joined by the incomparable Paloma Faith. On this episode, Paloma opens up about her boldest reinvention yet: pivoting from chart-topping singer and actress to author of her raw and bestselling memoir, MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and Fckery*. With her trademark candor and wit, Paloma shares the unfiltered realities of IVF, miscarriages, postpartum depression, fractured relationships, and the messy, complicated truths of motherhood and womanhood that are too often left unsaid. She reminds us that embracing imperfection is not only liberating but essential—and that every reinvention can be an expansion of who we are.

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This week marks a special moment on She Pivots&mdash;it&rsquo;s our season finale, and Emily is joined by the incomparable Paloma Faith. On this episode, Paloma opens up about her boldest reinvention yet: pivoting from chart-topping singer and actress to author of her raw and bestselling memoir, MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and Fckery*. With her trademark candor and wit, Paloma shares the unfiltered realities of IVF, miscarriages, postpartum depression, fractured relationships, and the messy, complicated truths of motherhood and womanhood that are too often left unsaid. She reminds us that embracing imperfection is not only liberating but essential&mdash;and that every reinvention can be an expansion of who we are.
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Paloma Faith: From Pop Stardom to MILF

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Julie Wainwright’s career (and personal life) is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention, having seen Pets.com collapse on the very same day her marriage ended. On this episode of She Pivots, Julie opens up about the highs of leading companies at the forefront of the dot-com boom, and the devastating lows of reaching a personal professional rock-bottom on the same day. Rather than letting failure define her, she rebuilt from the ground up, ultimately founding The RealReal and taking it public—becoming one of the few women to lead a company she created all the way to IPO. Julie reflects on what it means to move through public scrutiny, personal heartbreak, and professional betrayal, and how each so-called failure became the launchpad for her next chapter. Now, with her latest venture AHARA and her memoir Time to Get Real, she is proving once again that reinvention is not only possible but powerful.

 

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She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Julie, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com.

Julie Wainwright&rsquo;s career (and personal life) is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention, having seen Pets.com collapse on the very same day her marriage ended. On this episode of She Pivots, Julie opens up about the highs of leading companies at the forefront of the dot-com boom, and the devastating lows of reaching a personal professional rock-bottom on the same day. Rather than letting failure define her, she rebuilt from the ground up, ultimately founding The RealReal and taking it public&mdash;becoming one of the few women to lead a company she created all the way to IPO. Julie reflects on what it means to move through public scrutiny, personal heartbreak, and professional betrayal, and how each so-called failure became the launchpad for her next chapter. Now, with her latest venture AHARA and her memoir Time to Get Real, she is proving once again that reinvention is not only possible but powerful.
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Julie Wainwright: From Dot-Com Bust to The RealReal Boom

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