The Pieces with Bimini

• Fat Tony on Recovery, HIV Advocacy & Protecting Club Culture

  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

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• Lady Phyll on Being An Accomplice, UK Black Pride & Radical Joy

  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

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• Kate Nash on The Broken Music Industry, Allyship & Bodily Autonomy

  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

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• Jan Sport on Reinvention, Drag Culture & Embracing Imperfection

  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

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• We're Back! A New Season of The Pieces with Bimini

  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

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