The Pieces with Bimini

Ebs Burnough is best known the former White House Senior Advisor to First Lady Michelle Obama - but, having achieved so much, his career defies categorisation.He's a filmmaker, writer, producer and communications executive with nearly two decades of leadership in politics and public policy. From working at the White House with President and Mrs. Obama, to serving as Chair of Sundance Film Festival, and directing projects that celebrate queer cultural icons like Dusty Springfield, Ebs has refused the false choice between academia and creativity.A Black gay man with relentless drive and a gift for seeing the full dimensions of any challenge, Ebs approaches every mountain as an opportunity to grow, learn and create lasting impact.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Ebs dive into the formative moment that shaped his entire worldview, turning trauma into his greatest teacher and his commitment to never letting fear stop him from occupying space.The conversation touches on being raised with the understanding that "much has been given to you, so how do you give back?", the confidence to never experience imposter syndrome while still being absolutely terrified, and the refusal to be confined to a single career path.They also discuss his current work directing the Dusty Springfield film, launching Tea and Vodka podcast, and his upcoming projects at Sundance.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might know Ella Morgan from her TV work (as the first transgender bride on Married At First Sight, or from Celebs Go Dating), her work as a model or as a campaigner.A trailblazer in her own right, Ella has built a career on visibility, authenticity and unflinching honesty about what it means to be trans and queer in the public eye. Beyond the glamour and the accolades, Ella is a fierce advocate for trans rights and community liberation: someone who refuses to debate her existence, refuses to dim her light, and refuses to accept a world that demands she apologize for taking up space.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Ella dive into the vulnerable reality of navigating online hate while maintaining mental health.They discuss how trolls feel manageable when you're in a good place mentally, but one small comment can devastate you when you're struggling. The conversation tackles the toxic discourse around trans rights, the algorithm that feeds hate, and why Ella will never debate her experience with people who don't understand what it's like to be trans.Ella talks about her dad's role in keeping her grounded and finding power not just in the people around her, but in herself.Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Jocelyn Si is the singer of Walt Disco, a Scottish band making bold, unapologetic pop music grounded in authenticity and joy. With her bandmates, Jocelyn has crafted an album that explores the messy, beautiful experience of becoming yourself.Beyond her music, Jocelyn is a thoughtful artist who refuses to be reduced to a single narrative: she's a musician first, a trans woman second, and someone determined to show the world that transition is filled with euphoria, not just struggle.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jocelyn dive into the formative moment that shaped her entire life, finally living authentically after years of hiding and the journey through her transition.The conversation tackles the narrative gap: why media only covers trans stories through trauma and suffering when the lived reality is often euphoria and affirmation. They touch on being a musician who happens to be trans rather than a trans musician defined only by her identity and how transitioning in her late 20s feels like starting fresh.Jocelyn also shares the unexpected gift of making friends in her late 20s, navigating major life phases at any age and where she finds her power...Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

He's the visionary behind some of the UK's most iconic queer spaces, the co-founder of Sink The Pink (the birthplace of Bimini) and the architect of Mighty Hoopla. Glyn Fussell joins Bimini for this episode of The Pieces.More than a festival organiser, Glynn is a cultural curator who has built a career on creating places where queer people can celebrate, belong and be unapologetically themselves.Beyond the dancefloors and glitter, Glyn is also executive producer of the theatrical adaptation of It's A Sin, working alongside Russell T Davies and the Pet Shop Boys, and founder of the Pink Noise Foundation - an organisation dedicated to supporting grassroots Pride events across the UK that are under threat from right-wing political pressure.On this episode of The Pieces, recorded live at Soho House, Bimini and Glyn dive into the importance of Eurovision on Glyn's queer awakening, why pop culture became pure escapism for queer people forced to wait in the wings and how that obsession with spectacle shaped everything he's built.The conversation touches on the disappearing landscape of grassroots Pride events, why the Pink Noise Foundation exists and they explore his executive producer work on It's a Sin, where theatre becomes a vehicle for queer history and education.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

In this urgent solo episode of The Pieces, Bimini confronts a tactic as old as divide-and-conquer itself: The Wedge.The night after London Pride - when over 35,000 people marched through the streets in celebration alongside prams, children, and grandparents in tutus - three broadcasts on GB News in two weeks equated Pride with paedophilia, smeared the entire LGBTQ+ community, and branded LGBT teachers as groomers of children.But this episode isn't really about them. It's about gay men - sometimes older, sometimes people you looked up to - who in recent years have started saying "I support gay rights, obviously, but this trans has gone too far. Drop the tea and we'll be fine."It's about the dangerous myth that throwing trans people under the bus will buy acceptance from the mainstream. Bimini deconstructs this lie with surgical precision, showing that when they smeared Pride, they smeared all of us. There was no asterisk. There was no exemption clause for gay men who cooperate.Drawing on history's most infamous collaborators, Bimini makes clear: the promise of being "the exception" has never been kept. Divide and conquer only works if there are volunteers inside the walls willing to open the gate. But this summer proved something different. When those three broadcasts aired, over 9,058 people filed formal complaints to Ofcom — the most in the channel's history — refusing to accept The Wedge. From gay men to straight mothers to allies, the community showed up.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Liam Rondi is an activist living in the south of France who has become an unexpected champion of accountability in mainstream media.With a Substack dedicated to exposing journalistic failures and media bias, Liam has built a following around unflinching critiques of how British television weaponises rhetoric against marginalised communities.After years of witnessing homophobia and transphobia become normalised on breakfast television, Liam decided to do something radical: he created a complaint generator, mobilised a community, and broke the Ofcom record for complaints against a single broadcast segment.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Liam dive into the formative moment that politicised him and how he was inspired by transphobia on TV to attempt to create accountability.They talk about the pattern of demonisation of LGBTQ+ people in the media, the reality that transphobia opens the gates to homophobia, why collective action matters and how teamwork breaks records.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

In this furious solo episode of The Pieces - recorded at 5:30 AM in Prague after a DJ set - Bimini channels rage into action. The night after London Pride, where over a million people marched through the streets in celebration, a presenter on TV news channel GB News looked into the camera and equated Pride with celebrating paedophilia, using the phrase "minor attracted people" to describe LGBTQ+ individuals.Within days, the same rhetoric was repeated twice more on the same channel, with LGBT teachers being branded as "groomers of children".Rather than tweeting angry threads that get deleted, Bimini did something radical... As of the episode's recording, over 26,000 people have visited Bimini's campaign page and over 8,000 have filed complaints.This episode of The Pieces is about the recycled lies that get weaponised against LGBTQ+ communities year after year, the dangerous normalization of hate speech on mainstream television and why "freedom of speech" doesn't mean freedom from consequence.Bimini refuses to let broadcasters hide behind platforms, guests and apologies that amount to nothing. They expose the insidious pattern: first they came for trans people, now they're coming for all of us.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Munroe Bergdorf is a model, activist, author and filmmaker who has become one of the most powerful and eloquent voices fighting for trans rights and community liberation.From her ground-breaking memoir Transitional to her feature documentary Love & Rage (three years in the making with director Olivia Corsini) to her young adult handbook Talk to Me: How to Have Conversations That Matter, Munroe has carved out a legacy of radical honesty and uncompromising advocacy.As a Black trans woman, she refuses to be palatable, refuses to shy away from conflict, and refuses to let anyone — not governments, not media, not society — define her existence or erase her community.On this episode of The Pieces, recorded at Soho House during Pride Month, Bimini and Munroe dive into the formative power of pop culture and how it shaped her understanding of identity from childhood.They discuss joy as rebellion in times of crisis, the dangerous EHRC guidance on trans rights, and why protecting trans and queer youth is a mission she holds dear.The conversation touches on the gruelling three-year documentary process, the vulnerability of creating a memoir that spills your guts, and designing Talk to Me as a gift to younger generations on how to navigate difficult conversations around racism, homophobia, misogyny and conflict itself.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Samuel Douek is a director, filmmaker and sexual wellness entrepreneur who has become one of the most unapologetic voices in queer pleasure and sexual education.Known for directing iconic music videos for Bimini and others, Samuel is also the founder of HOWL, a sex-positive lifestyle brand with CBD wellness products at its core. Beyond the camera and the business, Samuel is committed to building representation for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and proving that you can build a successful, intentional queer business that prioritises community, pleasure and liberation.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Samuel dive into tests of commitment (including some pretty crazy stories!), moments where you have to fight for your dreams and the decision to chose an unconventional path.They explore Samuel's philosophy of only ever doing work he loves, why he's a terrible employee but incredible creator and the journey of building a film career from absolutely nothing.The conversation also touches on building HOWL and why creating visible queer business representation matters, the challenge of navigating capitalism and queer underground culture and practical sex education that actually serves people.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini is celebrating pride but celebrating not just those who have it all figured out, but those standing at the edge of something, wondering "I think that might be me."Bimini is alone in the studio unpacking one of the most liberating truths they've discovered: identity isn't a destination you arrive at and stay — it's something that keeps arriving, a collection of pieces that crack you open and reshape you across your lifetime.This episode gets deeply personal about sexuality and the language we reach for when our assumptions about our own desires start to shift. Bimini explores two expanding terms from the FEELD dating app glossary — "bi curious" and "homoflexible" — as examples of how new language is creating room to breathe, leaving doors open instead of locking people into boxes.They share their own experience of being handed the label of their sexuality at a young age, and how reclaiming the power to define yourself — rather than having definitions imposed on you — is an act of liberation.Bimini also announces their new new music as an independent artist under their own label, Brain Riot Records, and they talk about their single "Tank Top Bum Boys".Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Thanks To Our SponsorsThis episode is brought to you by Feeld - a dating app built for the curious. Feeld supports 40+ gender and sexual identities, and 40% of its members identify as something other than straight. Just like Pride, Feeld isn't just for people who are certain. It's for everyone figuring it out, too.Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might recognise our guest from the acclaimed new Russell T. Davies' thriller Tip Toe, but Shakeel Kimotho's work and reputation extends far beyond the screen.Known for her work across fashion, media and culture, Shakeel has built a reputation for championing underrepresented voices and challenging the industry's traditional standards of beauty, identity and success. Through her creative work and advocacy, she continues to push conversations around race, representation and belonging into the mainstream.Having built an acclaimed stage career in productions of La Cage Aux Folles and Cats, Shakeel makes a striking television debut as Hanna in Tip Toe.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Shakeel discuss the realities of navigating creative industries as marginalised people, the importance of authentic representation, and how fashion can be both a form of self-expression and resistance.They explore masculinity, race, queerness and the pressures of visibility, while reflecting on the role community plays in building confidence and creating change.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might know A'Whora from her unforgettable run on RuPaul's Drag Race UK, where her razor-sharp wit, incredible fashion and unapologetic confidence made her one of the show's most memorable queens.Since bursting onto screens in 2021, A'Whora has become one of the UK's most celebrated drag artists, building a career that spans fashion, performance and television. Behind the glamour, however, is a story of resilience, ambition and learning to navigate life in the spotlight.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and A'Whora reunite to reflect on their shared Drag Race experience, the realities of fame after reality television, and the pressures of building a career in the entertainment industry.They discuss friendship, public perception, mental health, and the challenge of staying true to yourself while living under constant scrutiny.A'Whora also opens up about her journey from aspiring designer to drag superstar, the lessons she's learned along the way, and why vulnerability can be just as powerful as confidence.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Dee Whitnell is a multi-award-winning sex educator, content creator, journalist and activist who is quite literally changing the conversation around sexual health and wellbeing in the UK.The author of Beyond Bananas and Condoms and founder of Trans Kids Deserve To Grow Up — a campaign born from witnessing the devastation of trans youth loss — Dee is working tirelessly to deliver inclusive, affirming sex education to young people across the country. Dee's work centres on one truth: comprehensive sex education is life-saving, and shame has no place in conversations about our bodies.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Dee dive into the formative moments that shaped their mission.They discuss why sex remains so taboo despite literally being how most of us came into existence, the dangerous gap between abstinence-based education and reality, and how Section 28 created a generation of queer people who learned about sex through pornography.The conversation tackles the myth that queer people are at higher risk of STIs (spoiler: we just test more), the terrifying reality of AI replacing comprehensive sex education, and the moral panic around trans youth that echoes Thatcher's Section 28 rhetoric.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

This week on The Pieces, Bimini goes solo for a deeply personal episode about identity, class, performance and becoming who you’re meant to be.As they prepare to launch a new era of independent music with their debut punk-inspired single Tank Top Bum Boyz, Bimini reflects on the journey that brought them from Great Yarmouth to London — and the version of themselves that first arrived at Liverpool Street Station with blue hair, a fake Louis Vuitton bag and a dream.Bimini also opens up about growing up working class and queer, the hidden “tax” of navigating creative industries, and the pressure to reshape yourself in order to fit in. Along the way, Bimini reflects on grief, family, nostalgia, Britpop, Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen, and the power of pop music as a survival guide for outsiders.Honest, funny and philosophical in equal measure, this is an episode about reclaiming your voice, embracing every version of yourself, and realising that the pieces you were searching for were inside you all along.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Elizabeth Day is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist and the creator and host of How To Fail, one of the UK's most beloved podcasts.With over 300 episodes and millions of downloads, Elizabeth has built a global community around the radical idea that failure isn't something to be ashamed of — it's what makes us human. From her novels including One Of Us and Magpie to her Sunday Times bestselling memoir How to Fail: Everything I've Ever Learned From Things Going Wrong, Elizabeth's work centres on the messy, complicated, beautiful truth of being alive.Beyond her creative output, Elizabeth is a fierce advocate for redefining success, challenging societal expectations around relationships and motherhood, and celebrating the power of chosen family.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Elizabeth dive into the formative moment that changed everything: being dumped three weeks before her 39th birthday, staring down the barrel of her 40s alone after a decade of intense transition — divorce, failed fertility treatment, three miscarriages, and the collapse of what she thought would be her second chance at love.They discuss how sometimes you have to hit rock bottom to break through, why failure is what happens when life doesn't go according to plan and how that heartbreak led to the creation of How To Fail.The conversation touches on the time limits society places on women having children, redefining family as chosen rather than conventional, and why the Virgin Mary is the ultimate IVF queen.Elizabeth and Bimini also bond over their shared love of Real Housewives before Elizabeth reveals where she finds her power...Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

In this powerful solo episode of The Pieces, recorded on Bimini's birthday, pop and politics collide in a way that refuses to be separated.With Eurovision 2026 approaching and five countries boycotting in protest, Bimini tackles the myth that entertainment can ever be apolitical — reminding us that Eurovision was literally invented in 1956 to bring a war-torn Europe together through song.Also - it's Trans History Week, marking the 6th of May 1933 — the day Nazi students and brownshirts ransacked Magnus Hirschfeld's Institute for Sexual Science in Berlin and burned its library to the ground. Bimini draws the line between then and now: Jewish people being attacked on the streets of London in 2026, synagogues firebombed, the UK terror threat level at severe. This episode refuses to let you pick a side between caring about Palestinians and caring about Jewish people, because the lesson of 1933 is that the same forces come for the same communities.But joy is also the discipline. Bimini finds power in people who refuse to be erased, in community, in Magnus Hirschfeld dying in exile on his birthday 91 years ago, in Marty Davies building Trans History Week, and in a kid from Great Yarmouth who got off the train in 2012 with a fake Louis Vuitton bag and didn't know any of this was coming.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Sam Buttery is a comedian, writer and actor whose sharp wit and unapologetic honesty have made her a beloved figure in the UK queer scene.From scene-stealing turns on stage to unforgettable vocal performances, Sam has built a reputation as one of the most distinctive and dynamic performers in UK theatre. Most recently, Sam has starred in Netflix's KAOS, the London Palladium production of The Addams Family Musical and the Sheffield Crucible production of Little Shop of Horrors.Sam has built a reputation for her advocacy for mental health and addiction recovery, turning personal struggle into powerful performance. Much of her work centres queer stories with humour, heart and unflinching truth.Beyond the stage, Sam is nearly six years sober and uses her platform to support others navigating addiction, mental health and gender identity — all while maintaining the shameless drive and delusions of grandeur that got her out of Tamworth in the first place.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Sam dive into the formative moments that shaped who she is today: therapy and sobriety. They discuss how she didn't realise she was trans until she stopped drinking nearly six years ago, why good mental health support was necessary before positive thinking could begin, and how childhood gender dysphoria felt like just "feeling weird" without the language to name it.The conversation touches on the complexity of sleeping with people whose politics are abhorrent, shameless drive as something that confronts people who want you to stay in your place and imagining different parts of yourself at different ages in therapy.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Mae Muller has become one of the UK's most exciting and authentic pop voices. From her breakthrough hit "Better Days" to representing the United Kingdom at Eurovision in 2023, Mae has built a devoted fanbase through her unflinchingly honest songwriting and razor-sharp wit.Her music tackles everything from toxic relationships and self-worth to mental health and navigating your twenties, all delivered with the kind of candour that makes you feel like you're having a chat with your best friend.Beyond the catchy hooks and infectious melodies, Mae is unafraid to use her platform to speak out on issues that matter — from Palestine solidarity to calling out industry exploitation.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Mae dive into the formative moment that changed everything: discovering Lily Allen's album "Alright, Still" which showed her that honesty in songwriting was possible and made her want to become an artist.They discuss the toxic music industry machine and how it tried to change her, experiencing burnout after Eurovision and mistaking it for PTSD, learning to trust her gut and her taste again after being told she was wrong, and why she walked away from her major label to become an independent artist.The conversation touches on the pressure to be vocal about world issues as a public figure, why being against genocide shouldn't be a political opinion, finding power in lifelong friendships that ground you when work identity wavers, and making the conscious decision to be happy despite everything.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Lucia Blayke is a Liverpool-born, London-based activist, cultural icon and force of nature who has dedicated her life to fighting for trans rights and creating spaces of joy in a world that too often reduces trans lives to debate and suffering.From organising a vigil for the Orlando shooting at just 16 years old, to founding Harpies — the legendary queer party night — and establishing the Transpire Foundation, an organisation working to bring down unemployment rates in the trans community, Lucia's work is driven by one clear mission: justice, celebration and survival. There's a reason why GAY TIMES called her "the voice of a generation".On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Lucia dive into the formative moments that made her who she is, including her working-class roots and family history of standing up to injustice.They discuss why she organised the Orlando vigil and the backlash she received from right-wing media and why representation matters — from believing everyone is sexy (except Nigel Farage) to creating spaces where trans people can just exist.The conversation touches on the Transpire Foundation's workshops for trans people, why transphobia has quadrupled since Brexit and the importance of celebration as survival.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Joelle Rotsaert is a trailblazing trans woman, entrepreneur and founder of Injectable London, one of the UK's leading aesthetic clinics.As a registered nurse and aesthetics practitioner, Joelle has built a practice centred on providing exceptional, affirming care — particularly for the trans community. Beyond her clinical work, Joelle is the visionary behind Transsthetical, an initiative training aesthetics professionals to better serve trans patients and working toward creating a comprehensive one-stop healthcare clinic for the trans community in London.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Joelle dive into the formative moment that changed everything: writing an essay at age seven in an all-boys school and the shame that came with reading it aloud to her classmates. They discuss how children accept difference until they're conditioned not to, the bullying that started when the school became mixed, and how her grandmother's beauty rituals shaped her early understanding of femininity and self-care.The conversation touches Joelle's first experience meeting a trans woman, navigating the aesthetics industry as a visible trans woman, and the science behind treatments like Botox, fillers and collagen production.Joelle also shares her vision for Transsthetical — a dedicated fund and location offering everything from laser hair removal to hormones and surgery for the trans community — and where she finds her power in changing people's lives.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Sami Abu Wardeh is a Palestinian-British comedian, writer and content creator whose sharp wit and cultural commentary have made him one of the most exciting voices in UK comedy.Raised in exile in Kuwait, before moving to the UK as a teenager, Sami has become a leading voice of the Palestinian diaspora in the arts and comedy.Whilst his viral sketches tackle everything from identity and class to politics and social media, Sami has built a following by speaking truth to power with humour that doesn't pull punches. Beyond the laughs, Sami addresses the difficult conversations — from performing comedy during a genocide of his own people, to navigating what it means to be Arab and British in a country that constantly tries to put him in a box.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Sami dive into the formative moments that shaped who he is today. From growing up in the red light district of Dubai where he witnessed the full spectrum of humanity, to the complicated relationship creators have with social media platforms, and why the algorithm keeps us divided.The conversation touches on being misunderstood (across race and class), the pressure to constantly create content, code-switching and why Sami has moved away from wanting to annoy people toward just wanting to make really good comedy.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Where have we been for the past few weeks? In a crazy, unexpected, turn of events Bimini was stranded abroad... and that's what this episode of The Pieces is all about.In this deeply personal solo episode of The Pieces, Bimini opens up about one of the most challenging periods in recent memory — from missing the biggest trans rights rally in UK history due to flight cancellations, to being stranded in Dubai airport for 24 hours during missile strikes, to making the bold decision to leave their major label and become an independent artist.Fresh off winning LGBTQ+ Podcast of the Year at the Gaydio Awards, Bimini reflects on the importance of platforming diverse voices and creating space for nuance in a world that increasingly feels divided. This episode tackles the infighting on the left and why progressive movements need to stop one-upping each other if real change is going to happen.Bimini also shares the terrifying experience of being stuck in Dubai with alerts warning to stay away from windows, the devastation of missing a historic moment for the trans community at Wembley, and the reality that the world feels like it's gone mad.But there's hope too. Bimini announces their journey as an independent recording artist, sharing excitement about their debut album of "electro-punk" music and the freedom that comes from finally making art that feels authentic.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Czech Hunter Schafer is the anonymous voice behind one of the most unapologetically honest, and hilarious, meme accounts on the internet.With a following built on sharp wit, cultural commentary and zero filter, CHS has carved out a space that refuses to sanitise the trans experience for mainstream comfort. Her viral content — from memes about trans healthcare to observations about DL guys and the realities of navigating the world as a trans woman — has resonated with millions, making her a defining voice for a generation that's done playing respectful.Beyond the memes, CHS is a fierce advocate for trans rights, community solidarity and finding power in humour even when your existence is politicised.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Czech Hunter Schafer dive into the formative moment that changed everything for CHS, and led to the realisation that she was a trans woman.They discuss the importance of meeting trans people in real life versus online spaces, reclaiming slurs within the community, and why the discourse around being "trans enough" is toxic.The conversation touches on the origins of her account name, creating content that feels authentic versus curated, navigating censorship on social media and why passing culture is exhausting. CHS also shares where she truly finds her power — spoiler: it's in the dolls and the trans community.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might recognise her from series such as Bridgerton, or acclaimed plays such as Mrs. Warren's Profession. Bessie Carter is an actress, producer and a creative force.The daughter of acclaimed actors – and once-in-a-generation talents Jim Carter and Imelda Staunton – Bessie has carved out her own path in the industry, not just as a performer, but as a producer determined to tell stories on her own terms.Beyond her work on screen, Bessie is a passionate advocate for questioning the status quo, whether that's challenging societal expectations around femininity or interrogating the alcohol industry.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Bessie dive into the formative moments that have made Bessie who she is today – including the school experience where she realised her wings were being clipped, and the pressure on young girls to be “polished corners of the temple”.Bimini and Bessie talk about the importance of questioning systems that don't serve us, they call out the normalisation of alcohol in culture and the power of living with intention. Bessie also shares her journey with ADHD, the link between substance use and undiagnosed conditions, and where she truly finds her power.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

In this solo episode of The Pieces, Bimini is taking to the microphone to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: how algorithms, outrage culture and social media are reshaping our capacity for empathy and connection.Fresh from the Attitude 101 launch celebrating trailblazers - including Bimini's manager Simon Jones - and inspired by Green Party co-leader Zack Polanski's impassioned speech about real political change, Bimini reflects on why we're living in such a divisive time.This episode dives deep into why online anger dominates algorithms, how platforms profit from outrage and why negativity spreads faster than kindness. Bimini unpacks the role of media in framing debates as binary conflicts, the danger of judging entire human beings from 30-second clips and how compassion fatigue is eroding our ability to see nuance.The conversation explores binary thinking culture — you're either this or that, with no room for complexity — and the exhaustion faced by marginalised communities who are forced to constantly defend their right to exist. Bimini asks the critical question: who actually benefits from moral outrage online? The answer? You'll have to listen to find out.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Since bursting onto the scene, GIRLI (the stage name for pop star Amelia Toomey) has used her platform to encourage change.Known for her unapologetically queer, feminist anthems, GIRLI has carved out a space in music that is bold, confrontational and completely authentic. From tackling toxic masculinity to celebrating queer joy – and even throwing tampons into the crowd at gigs to challenge the societal taboo around menstruation – her music has become a rallying cry for a generation refusing to fit into neat boxes.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and GIRLI dive into the formative moments that have shared GIRLI into who she is today – from the moment she realised that both queerness and a musical career were possible – to embracing her power to create change.They discuss creating positive queer representation, the erasure of lesbians in women’s history, the impact of the AIDS epidemic and the colonisation of sexuality across culture. Plus, GIRLI reveals where she truly finds her power...Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Lawrence Chaney brings bold comedy, unapologetic confidence and razor-sharp wit to the stage - whether in their crown winning performing in RuPaul's Drag Race UK (when they became the first Scottish queen to win the franchise), or in their activism.Lawrence has become one of the UK's most vocal queens, balancing political activism with hilarious pop culture commentary. Whether dissecting current events or riffing about sharks and apples, Lawrence has built a career on authenticity, humour and refusing to apologise for taking up space.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Lawrence take a pitstop during their United Kingdolls tour to dive deep. From Lawrence's formative moment of fighting back with humour at school to their relationship with body image, this conversation is equal parts humanising and hilarious.They discuss the importance of standing up for yourself without resorting to violence, and why words are more powerful than fists, as well as the state of political discourse and why weirdness is something to celebrate rather than hide.Lawrence also shares advice for aspiring drag queens in Scotland, reflects on their Drag Race UK season, and reveals where they truly find their power.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Bimini is back with a new episode of The Pieces for a powerful, unapologetic episode centred on allyship, activism and survival.From the comfort of their home, Bimini speaks candidly about the current political climate and the escalating dehumanisation of trans people in the UK media and beyond. They reflect on compassion fatigue, the dangers of silence, and why being an ally is a behaviour — not an identity.The episode also spotlights Trans Mission, a major live event raising money for the trans community, which Bimini is proudly part of. They break down why community spaces matter more than ever, share the stacked line-up, and explain why joy, celebration and visibility are acts of resistance.Plus there are updates from the United Kingdolls tour to new music, DJ sets, fashion inspirations and chaotic tour stories.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Lesley Sharp is one of Britain’s most respected and versatile actors.With a career spanning four decades across film, television and theatre – from her BAFTA nominated roles in The Fully Monty and Bob & Rose, to Olivier Award nominated roles in A Family Affair and Uncle Vanya – Lesley is truly one of the UK’s most impressive exports.Lesley tackles complex, groundbreaking stories with fearlessness. Her work consistently challenges stereotypes and pushes boundaries, making her a true icon of British screen and stage.She currently stars in the film Pillion as Peggy – a mother navigating her son’s entry into a BDSM relationship – playing opposite Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgard. She’s also reprising her role in the second series of the acclaimed Red Eye.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Lesley discuss the complexity of BDSM relationships (reflecting on Lesley’s role in Pillion) and why playing a morally upstanding character in Red Eye feels important in today's climate of political dishonesty.Lesley also shares the impact of adoption on her identity, why understanding human behaviour is central to her craft and her healing and how therapy at 25 became transformative. She also reflects on the unexpected global success of The Full Monty, the toxic culture of celebrity shaming in the 2000s, and why she never reads reviews of live theatre.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Divorce are one of the most exciting bands to emerge from the UK’s indie music scene in years – led by their raw emotional honesty, they have gone from small Nottingham venues to gaining critical acclaim.As their lead singer, Tiger has carved out a unique space in the music industry, fearlessly centring their experiences as a queer and gender non-binary artist in their work.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Tiger dive into the realities of being a touring musician — from the unglamorous service station meals and technical mishaps to the pure magic of festival crowds – and the importance of grassroots venues.Tiger also opens up about coming out as non-binary, finding their queer community in Glasgow and how being in a relationship with their trans partner has affirmed their own gender identity in profound ways.The conversation also explores the exhausting content game of social media, reclaiming the romance of being an artist and why authenticity always wins over virality.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You could say that almost everything has changed for Danielle St. James since she was last on The Pieces in February 2025.A force of nature in the LGBTQ+ community, Dani is the Founder & CEO of Not A Phase (one of the UK's leading trans-led charities) and has spent the past 5 years fighting tirelessly for trans joy, visibility, and rights. She was named one of Glamour's Women of the Year in 2025.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Dani cover everything that has happened in the past year: the near collapse of Not A Phase, the backlash against her Woman of the Year award and the ending of her marriage.Bimini and Dani discuss the impact of corporate backlash since Trump became US President, the incredible community response to unthinkable challenge, the toll of public visibility and Dani's personal journey of rebuilding her self-esteem.Plus, Dani shares an unforgettable bathroom encounter with Joanna Lumley that perfectly captures her philosophy: the darkest days come before the dawn.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

The end of 2025 is finally here, and what a year it has been! From pop culture to politics, protests and many poor decisions... 2025 has been a year full of culture being pushed forwards, and society being pushed back.On this special episode of The Pieces, Bimini is reflecting on the major events of 2025 and giving their hot take on all that went down. From the USA's brief TikTok ban (and what it says about our need for genuine human connection), to Trump's return to the Presidency; they're also looking at current events in the UK, including the rise of Reform UK and the weaponization of patriotism.In pop culture, Bimini reflects on Charli XCX's world domination with Brat, Sydney Sweeney's jeans controversy, and Kneecap's Glastonbury performance.The episode wraps up with their predictions for 2026 - from cabbage becoming trendy, to - much more importantly - trans liberation.Thanks for listening to The Pieces through-out 2025, we're excited to spend 2026 exploring politics, power and pride with you.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

South London's piri is one of the most exciting voices in alternative pop right now.Since emerging onto the scene as one half of the duo piri & tommy, the singer-songwriter has captivated audiences with her raw, unfiltered approach to music — blending dreamy melodies with brutally honest lyricism that cuts straight to the heart. From viral breakthrough tracks to her highly anticipated debut album "Froge.mp3", piri has built a dedicated following by refusing to compromise her vision or dilute her truth.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and piri dive into how piri channels her experiences into music that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, the exhausting pressure to create viral TikTok moments and the importance of staying true to yourself in a world that constantly pressures you to conform.They also discuss how OnlyFans has become piri's primary income source, the empowerment of creators taking control of their own platforms and why being her "weird" self has always been her greatest strength.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

If we were going to summarise our guest on this episode of The Pieces using one word, it would be: joy.David Larbi is a writer, poet and viral sensation who has captured the attention of nearly 2M followers across social media with his warm, joyful approach to everyday life. His poetry videos have showcased his ability to find happiness in the smallest moments – whether that's noticing the way sunlight hits a building or celebrating the perfect last bite of yoghurt.David's debut book, "Frequently Happy", is a heartfelt guide to embracing joy, even during life's most difficult chapters.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and David Larbi talk about the power of finding joy in everyday life, the year in Paris which transformed David's relationship with resilience and why sadness isn't a moral failing.David also opens up about his journey from corporate life to creative freedom, why he believes manifestation is simply choosing to tell yourself good things will happen and and how shame holds so many of us back from living authentically.Buy a copy of David Larbi's book "Frequently Happy" from all good bookstores: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/462478/frequently-happy-by-larbi-david/9781846049064Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Our guest on this episode of The Pieces is not only one of the UK's most-loved DJs, he's also one of the crucial building blocks of UK nightlife.Fat Tony has been at the heart of the UK's underground scene since the 1980s - from DJing alongside Madonna to playing the most legendary venues, his four-decade career has seen him witness and shape nightlife history.Along the way, Tony has transformed his own life - finding recovery, navigating sobriety for over 20 years and dealing with sex addiction and mental health.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Fat Tony dive into the shame that shapes so many queer lives and the liberation that comes from radical honesty. Tony shares stories from the golden era of London's club scene, reveals the truth behind his sex addition and the reality of navigating intimacy whilst sober.They also talk about the importance of protecting queer spaces, the legacy of the AIDS crisis and why loving yourself is the ultimate form of success.Buy a copy of Fat Tony's memoir "I Don't Take Requests" from all good bookstores: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Take-Requests-heart-breaking-life-affirming/dp/1529389445Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

An activist, community organiser and co-founder of UK Black Pride – the world's largest free pride event for LGBTQIA+ Black and POC – our guest this week is a tireless advocate for intersectional justice. Lady Phyll is on The Pieces!Known for her unapologetic approach to activism, Lady Phyll made headlines when she rejected an MBE, refusing to accept an honour tied to Britain's colonial legacy. She has spent decades building movements, challenging systemic oppression, and creating spaces of joy and resistance for communities facing discrimination.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Phyll dive deep into how transphobia is a deliberate distraction from real issues like poverty, homelessness and wealth hoarding. They also talk about the importance of being an "accomplice" rather than just an "ally".They also discuss Phyll’s earliest experiences with racism, the resistance and death threats she faced when founding UK Black Pride, the commercialisation of Pride, the urgent need for better funding in education and why coalition-building across marginalised communities is essential for revolution.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

We're joined by a chart-topping artist who has used her platform to become a powerful advocate for trans rights, feminism, and fair pay for musicians - Kate Nash is on The Pieces!Kate Nash burst onto the scene in 2007 with her debut album "Made of Bricks", which reached #1 in the UK. Known for her frank, observational lyrics and distinctive vocal style, she became a voice of her generation with hits like "Foundations".Since then, Kate has carved out a career defined by authenticity, resilience, and activism. From acting in Netflix's GLOW to launching an OnlyFans account to fund her tours, she has consistently challenged industry norms and spoken out about the financial realities facing artists.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Kate dive dip into the music industry's broken economics and why corporate greed is bleeding the arts dry. Kate opens up about getting dropped by her label via text, the isolation of early fame in the 2000s media landscape and how the Myspace era represented a unique moment of creative freedom.They also discuss Kate's decision to launch OnlyFans as both a financial necessity and a statement about sex work, bodily autonomy and who gets to profit from women's bodies. She also shares her journey to becoming a vocal trans rights advocate and the importance of cis women stepping up as accomplices rather than just allies.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

For our first guest of the new season of The Pieces, we are joined by a drag icon who rose to international prominence after competing on Season 12 of RuPaul's Drag Race and later on All Stars, becoming known for her theatrical performances and infectious energy.Jan Sport discovered drag through her now-legendary Kris Jenner impersonation - but she has always blurred the lines between theatre, pop culture and drag artistry. Her journey from liberal arts student to Drag Race contestant to West End performer (currently starring in Oscar At The Crown in the West End) showcases her commitment to pushing creative boundaries.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jan dive into the evolution of drag culture in New York and London, discussing how the visibility of Drag Race has transformed the scene. They explore the pressure to be perfect versus the beauty of imperfection, the competitive nature of modern drag and why taking breaks can reignite creative passion.Jan opens up about iconic Drag Race moments, the realities of online criticism, and learning that someone else's success isn't your loss.Don't forget to subscribe and don't miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Don't miss Jan Sport in Oscar At The Crown in London's West End: https://oscaratthecrown.com/Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

We're back and we're just getting warmed up! Bimini is here with a new episode of The Pieces and they're serving up pride, politics and power for the brand new season.Kicking off the season with some house keeping - as Bimini shares everything that's been going on in their personal life during the season break. From moving house to getting braces and their very exciting trek through the Sahara for CoppaFeel! for breast cancer awareness.Bimini also talks all about Lily Allen's new tell-all album and lets you know everything you can expect on the podcast over the next few weeks...Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

We have a special episode of The Pieces this week as Bimini takes us behind the scenes of the MullenLowe NOVA Awards, which they were one of the judges on. Bimini is joined by advertising creative and MullenLowe Global Creative Council Jose Miguel Sokolof, along with Queer Britain trustee and photographer Robert Taylor.The MullenLowe NOVA Awards, held in collaboration with Central Saint Martins, celebrate the most groundbreaking student work across art, design, science and storytelling. Over two days of judging, the panel experienced 50 presentations that explored everything from climate change and AI to gender identity, social care and the future of creativity.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini, Robert and José reflect on the power of raw, unfiltered ideas and the hope they found in the next generation of artists. They discuss standout projects — from AI powered by human energy, to fungi that eats plastic, to deeply personal explorations of identity — and why student creativity continues to push boundaries and inspire change.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

As a new season of Celebs Go Dating takes over our TV screens... we're joined by sexologist, author and TV personality Dr Tara Suwinyattichaiporn.Known for her frank, joyful approach to intimacy, Dr Tara is a professor of sexual communication, host of the podcast Luvbites with Dr Tara, and a familiar face from Celebs Go Dating.Dr Tara's ground-breaking work focuses on breaking down sexual shame, empowering people to embrace pleasure and giving us the tools to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Dr Tara get into everything from first-date sex and hook-up culture to the myths that hold us back in the bedroom.They talk about masturbation, mindful intimacy, sexual compatibility and the rise of ethical non-monogamy. Dr Tara also shares how technology is reshaping modern intimacy — from dating apps to AI partners — and why education is the ultimate cure for sexual shame.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Kae Tempest is one of the UK’s most powerful and distinctive voices — a poet, playwright, musician and author whose work captures the raw beauty and chaos of being human.With five studio albums (including the critically acclaimed Self Titled, released this July), several critically acclaimed plays, and seven award-winning poetry collections to their name, Kae has long been celebrated for their ability to weave vulnerability and politics into art that resonates deeply.He is the youngest ever recipient of the Ted Hughes Award, was selected by the Poetry Society as one of the 2014 Next Generation Poets and has even been nominated for a BRIT Award. When it comes to speaking truth to power - Kae Tempest is it.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Kae open up about the importance of truth in art, the challenges of visibility, and navigating their gender identity in the public eye. They also talk about finding resilience through creativity and why tenderness is a radical act in today’s world.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Lucy Spraggan first burst onto the scene as the straight-talking, guitar-wielding songwriter on The X Factor, making history as the first contestant to land both a Top 40 single and album before the live shows had even begun.Since then, she has carved out a career defined by honesty, resilience, and authenticity. Unafraid to lift the lid on the realities of life behind the cameras, she has spoken candidly about the pressures of the industry, her journey with sobriety, and the challenges of living in the public eye. Along the way, she has become a powerful voice for the LGBTQ+ community, using her platform to inspire others by standing firmly in her truth and consistently wearing her heart on her sleeve.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Lucy talk about their experiences on SAS: Who Dares Wins – including how the intense conditions created strong bonds between them. They share everything you want to know from behind the scenes, including the challenges of living in close quarters!They also share the importance of mental health support after reality TV, sobriety and resilience and navigating the public eye with honesty. Plus, there’s a story from Lucy’s wedding!Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might know Babymorocco for his unapologetic, genre-bending music and viral stage presence... but his rise to the spotlight is just getting started.Known for pushing boundaries with his playful yet provocative sound, Babymorocco has been making waves in the UK music scene, carving out a space that refuses to be boxed in. Babymorocco has become a loud and proud voice in the UK's creative scene.His music (which he started releasing in lockdown) contains influences that blend club culture, pop and pure chaos.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Babymorocco dive into everything from his Moroccan roots and bisexual identity (he came out publicly through an interview) to Babymorocco's journey navigating fame and self-expression.They also talk about the importance of breaking stereotypes, building community through music and the wild highs (and lows) of viral moments.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

On this special episode of The Pieces, Bimini flies solo to spill all the tea on their time in the current season of SAS: Who Dares Wins... and nothing’s off-limits!From the gruelling challenges and lack of sleep to navigating the macho world of military-style training, Bimini shares the highs, lows, and everything in between. They open up about pushing past their limits, handling toxic masculinity and how their queer identity shaped their experience on the show.But it’s not all SAS — Bimini also gives their take on the week’s headlines, including protests in London, political crackdowns and the drama around Katie Price’s daughter’s new reality series.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

GRACEY has carved a name for herself thanks to her powerhouse vocals, unrivalled songwriting talents and bold pop anthems — but there’s much more to her story.Having written songs for the world's biggest artists (including Jonas Blue & RAYE's By Your Side and Meghan Trainor's Make You Dance), GRACEY came out as a popstar in her own right - before a serious vocal injury set her back... and then she split with her label.GRACEY's new music is as raw and authentic as it is catchy. Her new EP The Ladybug is a deeply personal snapshot of her twenties, inspired by self-discovery, resilience and finding beauty in the unexpected.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and GRACEY talk about growing up neuro-divergent, navigating the pressures of the music industry and bouncing back after vocal surgery. They dive into the magic of manifestation (and the “yellow car theory”), the challenges of breaking into pop as a young woman and why GRACEY believes stubbornly trusting your vision is the key to real artistry.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Having amassed over a quarter of a billion streams globally, Allie X isn't just one of the world's most exciting and forward-thinking artists, she's a creator who has always used her platform for progress.The Canadian singer, songwriter and visual artist broke through with her Top 40 charting single "Catch" in 2014 and, ever since, has delivered a string of critically acclaimed projects - including 2024's "Girl With No Face". Allie has also written for the likes of BTS, Troye Sivan and Betty Who.Outside of her art, Allie represents a generation who recognise the importance of continual self-discovery. Even through their name, the 'X' represents an unknown quantity, the idea that you may never solve the equation of who you are in yourself. She has also consistently campaign for women's rights and LGBTQ+ rights in the public sphere.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Allie discuss artist evolutions, the significance of the 'X' in Allie's name and the role of anger in the creative process.The conversation also touches on the importance of radical self-love, the challenges of conforming to societal expectations, and the power of embracing one's creativity. Plus, Allie shares advice for aspiring artists and takes part in a quick-fire round.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Jamie Raines is a psychologist, author and trans trailblazer who has built an audience of over 1M subscribers on YouTube.On his YouTube channel, Jamie shares his journey, tackling trans issues with clarity, humour and heart. He’s also the author of The T in LGBT, a compassionate and informative guide to gender identity packed with personal stories and advice for trans people and allies alike.In this powerful episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jamie get into it: from childhood identity and coming out to the shame society projects on queer and trans people. They talk about the importance of family support, the brutal wait times for gender-affirming healthcare in the UK and how media narratives can fuel misunderstanding and harm.Jamie opens up about his relationship with his wife, his affirming moment receiving his gender recognition certificate, and the ongoing fight for trans rights in the face of political and cultural pushback.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

You might know Ashley James from her time on This Morning, or as a DJ or presenter. However, beneath the glossy TV and radio shows, she has been empowered as an unapologetic voice for body positivity and women's rights.Ashley is a model, activist and mother who uses her platform to speak out about everything from societal beauty standards to the challenges of parenthood and the dangerous rise of divisive media narratives. As someone who could easily sit in privilege, she instead chooses to speak up for those whose voices often go unheard.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Ashley discuss everything from Ashley’s journey in the public eye to the importance of compassion in the face of division, raising children in a world that often feels polarised and how inclusivity starts with understanding.Ashley also opens up about her working-class roots, navigating motherhood and the realities of being a woman in the media spotlight.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod

Known best for his stage name 'H', the singer and actor joins us on The Pieces this week to talk all things equality, love and his new book Pride and the Rainbow Warriors.Ian Watkins is well known for being a member of the British pop group Steps and has recently released his new book Pride and the Rainbow Warriors. Ian's new book aims to educate the youth on the importance and history of pride in an accessible, inclusive way.You may have also seen H appear in the musical theatre world - appearing in shows like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Fame.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and H discuss pop stardom H''s struggle with identity and sexuality in the public eye and the real impact when you're threatened to being outed by the media.Don’t forget to subscribe and don’t miss new episodes of The Pieces every Tuesday!Follow The Pieces with BiminiListen Now on Global PlayerInstagram: @thepiecespodTikTok: @thepiecespodYouTube: @thepiecespod