What makes VWV special:
- Authentic dialogue over polished presentations
- Diverse perspectives united by shared humanity
- No sales pitches or commercial agendas
- Intimate format that prioritizes genuine connection
- Community building that extends beyond the screen
Merriam-Webster defines vigor as “active bodily or mental strength or force; active healthy well-balanced growth.”
We believe our voices can be vigorous in spirit, in love, in creativity, and in purpose.
These foundational conversations will eventually live on YouTube, but the live, interactive experience�the chance to ask questions and be part of the dialogue in real time�that’s happening now, and only now.
Why This Moment Matters
We live in times when authentic voices feel increasingly rare.
When genuine connection seems harder to find.
When the noise threatens to drown out what truly matters.
Voices with Vigor stands as a quiet rebellion against all of that.
These conversations happen once�live, unrehearsed, real.
Miss it, and you miss the chance to be part of something that can’t be replicated or reproduced.
Your Host: Susan J. Baumgaertel, MD
Susan brings three decades of medical wisdom and a lifetime of curiosity to every conversation.
As an internal medicine physician with over 30 years of clinical experience, she has witnessed the full spectrum of human experience:
✨ The fragility and resilience, the fear and hope, the moments that break us open and the connections that hold us together.
In early 2022, Susan stepped away from direct patient care to expand her impact through myMDadvocate, a virtual consultation service that serves as a bridge between patients and the often-complex healthcare system.
✨ As a physician consultant, healthcare navigator, and medical advocate, she helps people navigate everything from referral advocacy to chronic condition management, from aging gracefully to supporting caregivers through their most challenging moments.
Her passion for supporting women through life transitions led to the creation of MenopauseMenu, a comprehensive resource offering evidence-based information and holistic support.
✨ This work culminated in her 2023 book, The Menopause Menu�an all-in-one guide that transforms medical complexity into accessible wisdom.
Dr. Baumgaertel embodies the intersection of medicine and art, science and humanity, individual stories and universal truths.
She believes in the power of genuine conversation to illuminate what matters most.
“I wish to share my voice with vigor… with all who are curious.”
Voices With Vigor
Creating light with sound, one conversation at a time.
