The Undercurrent with Dr Kizanne James

WOMENS HEALTH. EVERY ISSUE. NOTHING OFF LIMITS

The Undercurrent dives beneath the surface of women’s health uncovering how everything from climate to couture shapes our bodies and lives. Frank, Fearless, and for Every Woman.

The Undercurrent

Recorded at Jambo Studios in Glasgow, Scotland, the Undercurrent explores topics related to all aspects of health and wellbeing.

Women’s Health does not start in the doctor’s office. It is shaped by the air we breathe, the clothes we wear, the laws we live under, and the stories we are told about our bodies.

On the Undercurrent, physician and public health strategist Dr Kizanne James dives beneath the surface to uncover the hidden forces shaping women’s wellbeing, from climate change to couture, periods to politics.

The Undercurrent is underpinned by principles of inclusion, decolonisation, anti-racism, feminism, and equity. Undercurrent provides conversation that is based in evidence and ancestral knowledge, and is for every woman at all stages of life.

Tune in on Jambo Radio, every Tuesday at 6pm for new episodes.

Meet Kizanne

Lead Host

On the Undercurrent, she brings the credentials and leaves the jargon at the door. Mixing real medical insights with big laughs, bold questions, and zero shame. Expect nothing less because one of Kizanne’s core values is authenticity. She believes that everyone deserves to feel informed, powerful, and fully themselves. Grab your tea. It’s about to get real.

Meet Samson

Producer

Dele Samson is a radio producer, media communicator, and creative director who knows how to turn a good idea into something people want to listen to, watch and share. Behind the scenes, he brings stories to life with a sharp eye for detail and an instinct for what makes an audience lean in. When he's not shaping content, you'll find him at the gym, or settled in front of a film he'll happily break down scene by scene long after the credits roll. Curious, creative and always up for a good debate about a movie ending, Samson brings energy and heart to every project.

Your Health has a Climate Crisis Problem

Zarina & Sarah, climate activist, researchers, community organisers and leaders share their insights into the hidden impact of the climate crisis on the health of women.

The Undercurrent Episodes

What Truly Heals???

Tired of the mixed information? This article says yes, the other says no, one day kale is a super food, by tomorrow it all changes. We feel you and will help!

We’re gonna navigate through the minefield of wellness advice.

Providing you with real evidence-based information from a lifestyle doctor. At the end you’ll learn how to care for your body and mind.

The System Wasn’t Built for You

Medical Racism is killing us and we’re not talking enough about it. For over 50 years in the UK, it has been known that Black women experience higher levels of maternal mortality and morbidity than White women but it still continues.

In this episode Dr Gwenetta Curry will help us unpack this issue. You’ll learn how structural racism negatively impacts Black and Brown bodies. And most importantly what you can do to protect yourself.

The Jali Collective

Can Black Film from the African diaspora provide healing and community? The founders of the Jali Collective, Carmen, Tomiwa & Isabel help us explore how.

Is Ancestral Healing Right for You?

As people of the Global Majority, we live in post-colonial, neo-colonial, capitalist environments that have lost touch with (or had them forcibly wiped-away) our ancestral practices.

If you are curious about what these are and where to start we have the amazing Love Hannington to share her knowledge with us.

Abortion Explored

London based-Jamaican scholar, advocate and medical doctor Dr Robyn Stephenson will spill the beans.

It’s polarising & political, but many don’t understand it. This episode will answer all those tough questions.

Whether you are pro-life or pro-choice.

Meno Meno Meno

Its coming! Its coming! Its here???

How do you know? What should you do? How to prepare?

Dr Prachi

The Hidden Cost of Looking Good

For this episode we’ll be exploring how make-up, fashion and health intertwine.

Our guests are a Make-up Social Media Influencer - @GlennfHelen and Fashion - Marketer Deborah Mattaka who live and know this sphere.

We will be discussing how both creative forms can be tools for wellbeing and harm. Definitely a conversation you wont want to miss.

Answers to the Questions You are Too Embarrassed to Ask about Sexual Health

You can use your headphones to listen to this one. We compiled all those tricky and “embarrassing” questions and brought in an expert on Sexual Health to provide the answers. Dr Chidinima’s got you.