Women to Women (W2W) is a space where conversations become catalysts. This podcast is dedicated to elevating the voices, stories, and leadership of women who are building, breaking barriers, healing communities, and redefining impact in their own lanes.
Each episode invites listeners into authentic, unfiltered dialogue centered on advocacy, equity, leadership, entrepreneurship, literacy, community work, and personal growth. W2W highlights the journeys behind the titles, the lessons behind the wins, and the resilience behind the impact.
This is not just storytelling. It is strategy, sisterhood, and substance.
Women to Women is where lived experience meets leadership and where women speak to women about what it truly takes to lead with purpose, courage, and heart.
Leading with Purpose: Dr. Dawn Walton's Journey Through Medicine, Motherhood & Meaning
What does it take to lead with both excellence and empathy in one of medicine's most demanding fields?
In this inspiring episode of the Women2Women Podcast, host Peggy Geisler sits down with Dr. Dawn Walton, an accomplished neonatologist and Chief Medical Officer, to explore a career defined by resilience, purpose, and unwavering compassion.
From discovering her calling in medicine to caring for the most vulnerable patients in the neonatal intensive care unit, Dr. Walton shares the experiences that shaped her leadership journey. She opens up about the challenges of fellowship, navigating fertility struggles while building a demanding career, becoming a mother, and the delicate balance between professional ambition and personal fulfillment.
The conversation also explores the future of healthcare through the lens of artificial intelligence, discussing how innovation is transforming medicine while reinforcing the irreplaceable value of human connection and compassionate care.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Walton offers powerful insights on persistence, mentorship, fearless leadership, and creating opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Whether you're pursuing a career in medicine, leading a team, balancing family and ambition, or simply looking for inspiration to persevere through life's challenges, this conversation is a reminder that purpose, compassion, and courage can leave a lasting impact.
Listen now and discover how leading with heart can transform lives, careers, and communities.
Chapters
00:00 Journey to Medicine
15:15 Choosing Neonatology
22:06 The Impact of AI in Medicine
26:44 Leadership and Fellowship
28:08 Fertility Journey and Clinical Role
29:21 Becoming a Mother and Neonatology
35:18 Transition to a New Career Phase
46:18 Mentorship and Leadership in Healthcare
24 Jun 2026
Beyond Fear: Michelle Ponto’s Courage to Pursue What’s Possible
What happens when you choose courage over comfort and possibility over fear?
In this inspiring episode of the Women2Women Podcast, host Peggy Geisler sits down with Michelle Ponto, a trailblazing leader whose career has taken her from pioneering digital newsrooms in the United States to navigating new cultural landscapes in Jeddah and Dubai. Michelle shares the defining moments that challenged her to step beyond familiar boundaries, embrace uncertainty, and pursue opportunities others might have overlooked.
Through candid stories and powerful insights, Michelle reflects on the lessons she's learned about leadership, resilience, empathy, and the importance of staying open to growth at every stage of life. Her journey is a testament to what can happen when women dare to trust themselves, take bold risks, and redefine what success can look like.
Join us for a conversation that will encourage you to move beyond fear, embrace change, and discover what's possible when courage leads the way.
Listen now and be inspired to take your next brave step.
28 May 2026
Finding Bliss After Battle: Desa Burton’s Path to Purpose
What happens when the battle finally quiets down and you’re left asking, What does peace look like for me?
In this powerful episode of Women2Women, Desa Burton shares her journey through life’s challenges, the pressure of constant achievement, and the deeper realization that success without alignment can still leave you searching. Through honest reflection and hard-earned wisdom, Desa opens up about redefining fulfillment, embracing intention, and choosing a life rooted in purpose rather than survival.
This conversation is a reminder that bliss is not something we stumble upon after the storm. It is something we intentionally create by honoring who we are, what we need, and the life we are truly meant to live
13 May 2026
Organizing for Impact: Natasha Panduwawala on Discovering Her Voice
In this episode of Women 2 Women, Peggy Geisler sits down with Natasha Panduwawala for a conversation rooted in purpose, leadership, and the power of using your voice to create meaningful change.
Natasha shares her journey of discovering where passion meets impact, reflecting on the experiences that shaped her commitment to organizing, advocacy, and community-centered work. From navigating challenges to finding confidence in her own voice, this episode explores what it means to lead with values while building spaces where others can thrive.
Together, Peggy and Natasha discuss:
• Finding purpose through service and advocacy
• The importance of authentic leadership
• Building confidence in your voice and perspective
• Creating impact through community organizing
• Lessons learned while navigating personal and professional growth
This conversation is a reminder that when your values lead the way, your work has the power to inspire change far beyond yourself.
Tune in now and join the conversation.
25 Mar 2026
Aligning Work with Values with Sheila Bravo
Sheila Bravo shares her journey from growing up on a farm to working in global business development for Godiva Chocolatier, highlighting her career transitions and experiences in the corporate world. Sheila Bravo shares her journey of career transitions, sacrifices, and the importance of aligning work with values. Her experiences highlight the significance of networking, taking risks, and making tough choices. The journey reflects the evolving nature of work and the impact of personal values on career decisions.
Takeaways
Career transitions driven by personal reasons
Navigating male-dominated work environments
Learning from female leaders
International business expansion
Innovation and product development Career transitions
Aligning work with values
Chapters
00:00 From Farm to Corporate World
09:12 Professional Growth and Leadership
18:34 Memorable Experiences and Reflections
43:06 Reflections and Takeaways
Tune in and ask yourself: Is the work I’m doing aligned with the life I want to live?
19 Feb 2026
Leadership Unlocked with Rita Landgraf on Service, Advocacy & Impact
Rita Landgraf shares her life journey, from serving as a cabinet secretary to finding her voice and advocating for marginalized communities. She emphasizes the importance of servant leadership and the power of diversity of thought in solving challenging issues. The conversation covers themes of leadership, resilience, and self-compassion. It delves into the importance of aligning purpose and passion with work, navigating life's challenges, and the power of self-reflection and grace.
Takeaways
Servant leadership and advocacy
Finding one's voice
Diversity of thought and values Leadership through alignment of purpose and passion
Resilience in navigating life's challenges
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Rita Landgraf
06:33 Defining Moments and Advocacy
19:27 Becoming a Cabinet Secretary
32:30 Aligning Purpose and Passion with Work
46:19 Challenges of Navigating Healthcare and Ageism
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