Alright babes, Bimini is here with their very own podcast! Bimini is challenging the world around us and asking how the experiences we’ve lived have made us the...
Owen Jones on Politics, Social Justice and the Fight for Equality
Owen Jones is one of the UK’s most vocal political commentators.As a columnist for The Guardian (and previously The Independent), as well as the host of The Owen Jones Show and The Owen Jones Podcast, he is a consistent advocate for liberal values and social inequality.Through-out his career, he has been named as one of the most influential people in progressive politics in Britain, having been awarded Journalist of the Year at the Stonewall Awards. His books “Chavs” and “The Establishment were both amongst the top-selling non-fiction books the year that they were released.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Owen discuss the fight for equality, current events in America, LGBTQ issues, and social justice.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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Mikaela Loach on Capitalism's Failures, Climate Activism & AI
When it comes to campaigning in the digital age - Mikaela Loach is one of the UK's most effective change-makers.Having been named one of Prospect's top thinkers of 2024, Mikaela advocates for environmental and racial justice, sustainable fashion and issues such as the mistreatment of migrants. She has also worked tirelessly on climate action and during 2019's Extinction Rebellion protests in London, she "locked on" for eight hours.She is also the author of "It's Not That Radical: Climate Action To Transform Our World".On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Mikaela talk about the state of capitalism and how it is failing the climate, the activism work that still needs to be done and they share concerns about where our future with AI might lead.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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Jayde Adams on Stand-Up Comedy, Sexism & Body Positivity
Comedian, actress, writer and singer Jayde Adams is, perhaps, one of the most honest people in entertainment.Bravely wearing her heart on her sleeve at all times, the winner of the 2014 Funny Women Award has had a decorated career - from winning countless comedy awards, to starring in the likes of Amazon & BBC's Good Omens, Alma's Not Normal and even participating in Strictly Come Dancing. Jayde is taking the media by storm - and she's doing it her way.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jayde talk the early days of Sink The Pink, navigating the stigma of body weight, and the impact of weight loss drugs. They also talk about their journey with psychotherapy and navigating thoughts around sexuality.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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Fats Timbo on Stigmas, Personal Resilience & Fashion
Growing up looking and feeling different can end up defining who you are - in the case of Fats Timbo, it has become a superpower.The creator, comedian, author and educator rose to prominence online with her snappy sketches, quick wit and advocacy. Alongside her incredible talent, she also happens to be a little person, at 4ft tall. As somebody who is apart of a medical group often under-represented, Fats has used her platform to break down barriers and create relatability about a subject with poor understanding.Oh, and she's absolutely hilarious whilst doing it, as one of the UK's most exciting rising comics.On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Fats talk about personal resilience, societal perceptions of little people and how she has turned negatives into positives. Fats also chronicles her experiences with bullying and how she has taken on the fashion world, despite the stigmas that exist in that space.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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Danielle St James on Joy In Activism, Tackling Extremism & Not A Phase
At a time when young trans people have needed somebody to fight for their issues on the main stage - Danielle St. James has stood up and fought every for trans issues to take centre stage.Having come out as trans when she was a teenager, the content creator and model (who has also appeared on Channel 4's First Dates), is now best known as the Chief Executive of Not A Phase - a leading charity that supports the trans community through numerous campaigns and projects. She has also founded ZOAH, an inclusive underwear and swimwear brand designed to suit trans people's bodies.Dani's story goes beyond a great deal of overcoming and shows the power of taking your own struggles and turning it into empowerment for entire communities so that nobody else finds themselves where you once were.In this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Dani talk about coming to terms with your identity early in life, seeking inclusivity in the wellness and fitness industries, the importance of joy in activism and the pride Dani feels in seeing the results of her work.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
Alright babes, Bimini is here with their very own podcast! Bimini is challenging the world around us and asking how the experiences we’ve lived have made us the people we are today. From pop stars to politicians, artists and activists, every week Bimini will be unearthing the moments that have shaped their guests’ identities, whilst exploring how the world today is impacting the people we are becoming.
New episodes drop Tuesdays, from October 22nd.
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