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.

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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.

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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.

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You might know Lottie Morris for being an iconic British model or for her podcast Dream On, but now she swaps sides and joins us as our guest on this episode of The Pieces.

Lottie Moss may be the half sister of Kate Moss, but she has carved out her own identity through her influencing and modelling. She's challenged traditional norms of celebrity culture through her well-publicised presence on OnlyFans. She is not afraid to speak her mind about a wide range of issues and wears her heart on her sleeve at all times.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Lottie talk about the harsh reality of growing up in the spotlight, her relationship with Kate, the lack of change in the modelling world and Lottie shares her Glastonbury top tips.

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For over a decade, Ruby Rare has been on the forefront of the conversation surrounding removing the stigma surrounding sex and relationships.

As an accredited sex educator through Acet UK - and an ambassador for Brook (the UK's leading sexual health charity) - Ruby actively tackles shame and fear head-on, with the aim of making the world a more accepting and understanding space.

In her book The Non-Monogamy Playbook, Ruby explores all things non-manogamy, polyamory and open relationships. She was also the resident sexpert on Channel 4's Sex Rated (alongside Rylan) and her debut book Sex Ed: A Guide For Adults put pleasure in the spotlight.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Ruby talk about their experiences with sex drive, antidepressants and the importance of sexual health education. They also address the impact of societal expectations on queer and heteronormative sexual experiences, the fluidity of sexual roles within the queer community.

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Olivia Attwood is now a household name in the UK – having rose to fame on Love Island and subsequently becoming a staple on British TVs – but, behind the scenes, is a unique individual navigating her own tough circumstances.

On her documentary series such as ITV’s The Price of Perfection and Getting Filthy Rich, Olivia has taken to the frontlines to explore how the world around us is changing. From the new beauty standard to the world of modern sex work, she has proven that she isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty.

Off the TV, Olivia is the host of So Wrong It’s Right where she plays the “anti-agony aunt” to a roster of celebrity guests.

This episode of The Pieces was recorded live in London! Bimini and Olivia talk about their experiences with ADHD, how to tackle challenging subjects on TV and in the public eye, and pathways into TV in the modern era.

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On this week’s episode of The Pieces, we’re diving into all things women’s health and we’re joined by the most joyous guest to do so: Dr Nighat Arif.

Dr Nighat is a GP specialising in women’s health with over 15 experience in the NHS and private practice. Having been nominated for the National Bevan Prize for Health & Wellbeing for her commitment to advancing wellbeing in her community (Dr Nighat also practices in Urdu and Punjabi), she is one of the most inspiring GPs in her field.

Dr Nighat is also a resident doctor on BBC Breakfast and has contributed to the Channel 4 documentary “Davina McCall: Sex, Lies and the Menopause” as well as the likes of Good Housekeeping, Stylist and British Vogue.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Dr Nighat talk about the importance of diversity and inclusivity in medicine, medical misogyny and racism and the historical of neglect of women’s health in research.

Dr Nighat also shares her personal experiences and insights from her career - touching on the impact of cultural backgrounds on health perceptions and the importance of mutual respect in medicine.

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Jaguar is not just one of the UK’s most exciting dance music talent – she represents what the future of dance music could be.

From her acclaimed show on BBC Radio 1 (which has been awarded Best Radio Sow at DJ Mag’s Best of British Awards) her UTOPIA club night which aims to create a safe space for queer people in the party scene, Jaguar puts her morals and beliefs at the forefront of her work.

She is also the founder of The Jaguar Foundation (a partnership with Ministry of Sound and Sony Music UK Social Justice Fund), which published a groundbreaking report on the state of gender equality in UK dance music. The foundation also offers free production and leadership causes aimed at female, trans and non-binary teenagers.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jaguar talk about the importance of fixing the gender imbalance in dance music, the lack of representation and creating more accessibility. They also talk about the challenges faced by emerging artists in the current economic climate and the creation of Jaguar’s label Utopia.

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She’s a queen of the drag world, the reigning champion of RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs The World, and one of the most exciting rising stars in entertainment

Tia Kofi’s career in drag started a little over 10 years ago with their now infamous drag name based partly on former Secretary-General of the UN, Kofi Annan. The name is fitting – as one of the few non-white drag stars, Tia has continually used her platform to raise awareness for human rights causes, including racial discrimination and LGBTQ+ rights.

Since her Drag Race win in 2024, Tia has become one of the BBC’s foremost reporters for Eurovision (including hosting the Turquoise Carpet in 2024) and hosts her own podcast, The Final FronTia, where she explores pop culture past and present.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Tia talk about the concept of masking for neuro-divergent people, their experiences with bullying and racism, and how to find joy in the public eye.

They also share stories of meeting Ariana Grande and making time for self-care.

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Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon has made a profound impact on the music world.

Having gone from playing in the bars of Edinburgh to supporting Olly Alexander on his most recent UK tour, they have drawn comparisons to artists including Jeff Buckley and Nick Drake. Through their lyricism, Jacob explores themes of identity and discovery, alongside feelings of unrequited love.

Jacob Alon's new album In Limerence is out on May 30th. They support Kae Tempest on tour this Autumn.

On this episode of The Pieces, Bimini and Jacob talk about connecting with audiences at live shows, their experience on mental health medication and the complexities of creating authentic and meaningful art in a traditionally conservative genre.

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