The article is a personal tribute to *Fleabag*, arguing that Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s comedy-drama remains an unusually honest and influential portrayal of modern womanhood. Its author says the programme changed how they understood grief, shame, sex, self-sabotage and the pressure on women to appear composed, while making these subjects funny rather than sentimental.

The piece highlights Fleabag’s direct address to the audience, which creates intimacy but also exposes the character’s emotional avoidance when the Priest notices it. It credits Waller-Bridge’s writing and performance, alongside performances from actors including Sian Clifford and Olivia Colman, for balancing bleakness with humour across two series. The author also notes the show’s wider cultural impact, including its awards success and its lasting relevance years after its 2019 finale.