The conversations shaping the future of health.
"Health in Hyperdrive" is a thought-provoking podcast that delves into the cutting-edge of healthcare innovation. Hosted by Dominic James, a senior healthcare innovation leader, each episode features an in-depth interview with an expert on a relevant healthcare topic that has the potential to transform how we experience healthcare in the future.
Real experts. Real stories.The future of healthcare, explained.
Throughout the podcast, we explore the guest's credentials and journey, discussing what's happening today, emerging trends, and the future of health over the next decade and by the end of the century. We also dive into practical considerations, examining the headwinds and tailwinds that could impact the topic.
To bring the conversation to life, we ensure that patient lived experiences are woven throughout the discussion, highlighting real-world examples and the impact on patient care and outcomes
#11 - Why the Future Is Geriatric: The Maths and the Model | Jugdeep Dhesi
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James is joined by Professor Jugdeep Dhesi, President of the British Geriatrics Society and Professor of Geriatric Medicine at King's College London, to explore how we reinvent care for an ageing population. Ageing happens to all of us, and older people are already the largest users of the health system. Start with the maths. Two thirds of UK hospital beds are filled by people over 65, and 40 percent of emergency attendances ar...
11 May 2026
#10 - How Robotic Surgery Is Changing What It Means to Be a Surgeon | Mark Slack
Send us Fan Mail In 10 to 15 years, today's operating theatre may look just as primitive as open surgery did a generation ago. That future is arriving faster than anyone expected. In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James sits down with Mark Slack, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of CMR Surgical, for a conversation that genuinely changed how I think about the future of medicine. We cover the crisis in surgical training, why 60% of patients still don't get the surgery ...
1 Mar 2026
#9 - How Nano technology Is Rewriting Human Biology | Dr Ciro Chiappini
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James is joined by Dr Ciro Chiappini, a Reader at King’s College London and a pioneer in nanomaterials with five international patents. Together, they explore how nanotechnology is giving us unprecedented access to the inner workings of human biology, enabling us to sense, diagnose, and influence cellular behaviour at the molecular level. The Chiappini Lab engineers millions of “nano‑needles” a thousand times thinner than a hum...
7 Jan 2026
#8 - Reimagining Women’s Health with Ethical AI for Everyone | Amber Vodegel
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James sits down with Amber Vodegel, CEO of 28X and one of the most influential innovators in women’s digital health to explore how menstrual health tracking is being reimagined through ethical design, privacy‑first technology, and scalable models that serve not just the top 1% but the global majority. Menstrual health affects 1.8 billion people, yet 500 million still experience period poverty. This impacts education, employment...
14 Dec 2025
#7 - Precision Medicine: Ending the Era of Average Healthcare | Hakim Yadi OBE
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James is joined by Hakim Yadi PhD OBE, a biotech entrepreneur and industry leader, to explore one of the biggest shifts in modern healthcare: precision medicine. They look at how data, genomics, AI and smarter drug development are helping us move beyond standardised treatment. Precision medicine has the potential to change how we treat people, not just conditions. By combining real-world data with pharmacology, it helps m...
30 Nov 2025
#6 - The Hidden Impact of Cultural Taboos on Your Health | Lauren Redfern
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, Dominic James is joined by Lauren Redfern, medical anthropologist and founder of Hormonally, for a candid conversation about the taboos that still shape our health. From periods and menopause to mental health and obesity, Lauren explains how silence and stigma can stop people getting the care they deserve. Together, they explore how better language, education and technology can help dismantle taboos and give people the confidence to ta...
19 Oct 2025
#5 - How Vaccines & AI Can End Cancer As We Know It | Dr Lennard Lee
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Dr Lennard Lee to explore one of the most exciting shifts in modern medicine: how data, genomics, artificial intelligence and vaccines are coming together to transform the way we understand and treat cancer. With half the global population expected to face a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, the need for bold, innovative solutions has never been more urgent. Dr Lee explains why cancer is still one of t...
6 Oct 2025
#4 - Can AI Be the Therapist for 1 Billion People? | Hannes Klöpper
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Hannes Klöpper to explore the urgent need for scalable, accessible mental health solutions. With over one billion people worldwide affected by mental health disorders and a critical shortage of trained professionals, the demand for innovation has never been more pressing. Digital and AI-powered mental health tools are stepping in to fill the gap, offering personalized support and expanding care bey...
22 Sept 2025
#2 - Beyond the Microscope: Pathology’s Expanding Role in Modern Medicine - Saghar Missaghian-Cully
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Saghar Missaghian-Cully, Managing Director of North West London Pathology, to explore the evolving role of pathology in modern healthcare. From routine blood tests to advanced genetic screening, pathology underpins nearly every clinical decision—yet its impact is often overlooked. Together, Dominic and Saghar unpack how innovations in automation, AI, and digital integration are transforming diagnostics. ...
22 Sept 2025
#3 - Campus to Commercialisation: How Academia Fuels Health Innovation - Alex Sheppard
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Alex Sheppard to explore how academic research evolves from campus curiosity into commercial impact, ultimately helping us live longer, healthier lives. Healthcare has always been grounded in science, and its deep ties to academia are more relevant than ever. From the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines, accelerated by breakthroughs at MIT and the University of Mainz, to the rise of billion-doll...
22 Sept 2025
#1 - Space Biotech: Growing the Future of Health Beyond Earth - Dr Aqeel Shamsul
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Dr. Aqeel Shamsul, CEO of Frontier Space, to explore the radical transformation underway in space-based biotechnology. From orbital labs to biological re-entry, we dive into the science, strategy, and vision behind turning microgravity into medicine. Over the past two decades, drug development in space has moved from speculative to strategic, with breakthroughs in crystallization, tissue engineerin...
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