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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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/9781846049064

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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/1529389445

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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.

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