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Pretty Tough with Maria Sharapova

by Vox Media

Five-time Grand Slam champion, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Maria Sharapova brings her trademark intensity and drive to a weekly podcast that challenges how female ambition is defined and discussed. In each episode of Pretty Tough, Sharapova sits down with high-achieving women across industries for candid, wide-ranging conversations about their pursuit of excellence without apology. Inspired by Sharapova’s own journey as a world-class athlete and entrepreneur, the show serves as a space where discussions about peak performance, career strategy, wellness, and leadership aren't diluted by gender-specific expectations and where being gritty and being female aren't seen as contradictory states of being. New episodes drop Wednesdays. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

Latest episodes

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Milk Bar Founder Christina Tosi on Building, Burnout and Resetting

Maria Sharapova sits down with Milk Bar founder, chef, and entrepreneur Christina Tosi. From getting her start writing food safety plans for David Chang to breaking the i

Sep 30
1 h 09 min

Supermodel Carolyn Murphy: 73 Vogue Covers, Walking Away from Fame, and Finding Yourself at 53

Supermodel icon Carolyn Murphy sits down with Maria Sharapova to reflect on three decades in fashion, shooting 73 Vogue covers (and counting), and the pivotal moment she

Sep 23
1 h 05 min

Emmy Rossum on making Furious and Surviving an FBI Boot Camp

Acclaimed actress, director, and producer Emmy Rossum joins Maria Sharapova for a candid conversation on building a 30-year career on her own terms. From getting her sta

Sep 16
53 min

Jenna Lyons on Leaving J.Crew and The Real Housewives to Reinvent Herself

It’s New York Fashion Week, and who better to speak with than fashion icon and entrepreneur Jenna Lyons? Maria and Jenna discuss everything from her meteoric rise at J.

Sep 9
1 h 05 min

Hannah Berner: Leaving Reality TV, Starting Giggly Squad & Finding Her Confidence

Comedian and Giggly Squad host Hannah Berner joins Maria Sharapova for a special live episode of Pretty Tough in New York City! Hannah opens up about her lifelong obsessi

Sep 2
59 min

Lindsey Vonn Was #1 in the World When She Crashed. Will She Ever Race Again?

Maria Sharapova sits down with Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn for a raw, deeply honest conversation about ambition, aging, pain, and the relentless drive to push boun

Aug 26
1 h 03 min

Redefining Luxury: How Marie-Louise Sciò is Building A Resort Empire

Maria Sharapova sits down with Marie-Louise Sciò, CEO and creative director of the iconic Italian luxury hospitality company, the Pellicano Group.  Marie-Louise shares h

Aug 19
50 min

Why Malala is Betting Big on Women's Sports

Maria Sharapova sits down with Nobel Peace Prize laureate, author, and activist Malala Yousafzai to discuss breaking out of public expectations, prioritizing mental healt

Aug 12
1 h 08 min

Delphine Bellini on Reviving A Sleeping Beauty Into Fashion's Hottest Brand

How do you bring a legendary brand back from the dead? When Delphine Bellini joined Schiaparelli in 2014, the fashion house had been dormant for over 60 years. There wer

Jul 15
44 min

How Susie Wolff Took F1 Academy from Empty Tracks to Global Partnerships

As the Managing Director of F1 Academy, Susie Wolff is helping reshape the future of motorsport. Susie joins Maria to discuss navigating the high-stakes negotiations, the

Jul 8
1 h 08 min

Misty Copeland Never Wanted to Stand Out. Then She Changed Ballet Forever

Legendary ballerina Misty Copeland pulls back the curtain on the most pivotal moments of her career. From performing on the Oscars stage alongside the cast of Sinners—and

Jun 24
1 h 23 min

Christine Dorfler: From Army Captain to the NFL’s CFO

What does it take to manage the finances of the world’s most powerful sports league? In this episode, Maria sits down with Christine Dorfler, the CFO of the NFL, for an u

Jun 17
49 min

Amy Astley on Working Alongside Anna Wintour and Building Brands

This week on the show, editor-in-chief of Architectural Digest Amy Astley reflects on her path from aspiring ballerina to journalist to leading some of the most influenti

Jun 10
1 h 15 min

Ashley Graham: How AI, Plastic Surgery, and GLP-1s Are Changing Beauty Standards

This week on the show, model and entrepreneur Ashley Graham joins Maria for a conversation about confidence, body image, ambition, and self-worth. Ashley opens up about n

Jun 3
52 min

Dr. Becky: Raising Resilient Kids in an Overwhelming World

Clinical psychologist Becky Kennedy — better known as Dr. Becky — joins Maria for a conversation about parenting, resilience, confidence, and emotional growth. Dr. Becky

May 27
1 h 23 min

Chelsea Handler: Unfiltered, Independent, and Always Evolving

Comedian and best-selling author Chelsea Handler has built a career on saying exactly what she thinks, regardless of the consequences. From stand-up comedy and bestsellin

May 20
40 min

Willow Bay: Reimagining the Future of Women’s Sports

Willow Bay has spent her career telling powerful stories. Now, she’s helping reshape who gets to be at the center of them. As a longtime journalist and now the dean of U

May 13
46 min

Gabriela Hearst: Redefining Luxury Without the Hype

Gabriela Hearst is one of the most purpose-driven designers in fashion. She’s built her career slowly, intentionally, and entirely on her own terms. You may know her for

May 6
52 min

Jeanie Buss: Inside the $10 billion Lakers sale

Jeanie Buss is the most powerful woman in the NBA. As Governor and longtime controlling owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, she has protected one of the most valuable brands

Apr 29
1 h 00 min

Zoe Saldaña: How I Became the Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time

Welcome to the very first episode of Pretty Tough with Maria Sharapova! For her debut interview, Maria sits down with Hollywood’s highest-grossing actor of all time, Acad

Apr 22
1 h 02 min

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#19
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#122 ▼ 12 Entrepreneurship US

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Rare mix of entertaining, inspiring and informative. Draws on someone else’s experience to help you find your path forward.

SKP$ · Aug 2026

As a female juggling many responsibilities at work and with my family, I found the conversations to be very relatable and insightful. I’ve always struggled with confidence and I’ve already learned so much from these episodes. Thank you!!

SamanthaTron · May 2026

Very thoughtful interviews with both Zoe and Jeanie. It felt like nothing was off limits which is rare for a podcast format. Can’t wait for the next one!

FloridaSun22 · Apr 2026

Such a unique perspective from accomplished women on what it takes to succeed, without losing sight of what’s truly valuable in life.

nurapom · Apr 2026

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