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ill-advised by Bill Nighy

ill-advised by Bill Nighy

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A podcast for people who don’t get out much and can’t handle it when they do.


A refuge for the clumsy and the awkward.


Join Bill Nighy to squander some time as he attempts to answer your questions and dilemmas without actually making things worse.

If you have questions about anything – from choosing the right shirt to how to hide at parties, please send us a voice-note via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy

or you can email us contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com


There will also be a recommended book and a ‘playlist of the week’ and given that Bill is making this up as he goes along, who knows what other features might develop.


He would further like to add that he knows you have busy lives and wants you to feel free to ignore this podcast

Stay loose



Produced by Alice Williams & Ciara Gregory with assistant production by Angelique Somers.

Cover image by Charlie Gray.

Artwork by Anna Davie.


If you like to hear more of Bill, you can join him in The Back Room on Patreon (www.patreon.com/illadvisedbybillnighy) for bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to new episodes, events and merchandise and more - see you there.

If you would like to join it's important to sign up online first to avoid the Apple fees in their app, then download it later.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes
  • I Haven't Had That Much Exposure To Donkeys
    Oct 15 2026

    Bill answers questions on fabric handkerchiefs, facial hair & fracture boots. Some more words have been in front of the permissions committee for review, plus another listener has been good enough to share some of their embarrassing lyrics for the 'I'm With The Band' feature.


    This episode's playlist is called ‘Hands Free, Pockets Empty’ and includes:


    • ‘The Holy River’ by Prince
    • ‘I Found My Smile Again’ by D’Angelo
    • ‘Am I Wrong’ by Anderson .Paak (feat. ScHoolboy Q)
    • ‘Be Thankful (For What You’ve Got)’ by The Winstons
    • ‘Turn On Some Music’ by Marvin Gaye
    • ‘Rain On Me’ by Tamia
    • ‘This Day Is For You’ by Leela James


    Listen to the playlist on Spotify - HERE

    Listen to the playlist on Apple Music - HERE


    The book is of the episode is ‘The Blackmailer’ by Isabel Colegate


    Keep your questions and contributions to our features coming - you can get in touch via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy or by email: contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com


    If you like to hear more of Bill, you can join him in The Back Room on Patreon (www.patreon.com/illadvisedbybillnighy) for bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to new episodes, events, the long-awaited merchandise and more.

    If you would like to join it's important to sign up online first to avoid the Apple fees in their app, then download it later.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    30 mins
  • Those Were The Days When We Used To Work Nights
    Oct 8 2026

    In this episode Bill tackles sleeping habits, birds, bovril and how to spend the perfect day in Paris.


    ‘Those Were The Days When We Used To Work Nights’

    • ‘Crosstown Traffic’ by Jimi Hendrix
    • ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’ by The Rolling Stones
    • ‘Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag, Pt. 1’ by James Brown & The Famous Flames
    • ‘You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go’ by Bob Dylan
    • ‘Into the Mystic’ by Van Morrison
    • ‘Dirty Old Town’ by The Pogues


    Listen to the playlist on Spotify - HERE

    Listen to the playlist on Apple Music - HERE


    Keep your questions and contributions to our features coming - you can get in touch via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy or by email: contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com


    If you like to hear more of Bill, you can join him in The Back Room on Patreon (www.patreon.com/illadvisedbybillnighy) for bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to new episodes, events, the long-awaited merchandise and more - see you there.

    If you would like to join it's important to sign up online first to avoid the Apple fees in their app, then download it later.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    31 mins
  • I Think I Was Kidding
    Oct 1 2026

    Bill attempts to answer questions about pavement etiquette, singing and saxophone solos in this episode.


    This episode's playlist is called: ‘I Think I Was Kidding...’ and includes:


    • ‘Dancing With Myself’ by Royel Otis
    • ‘Sarah, Calling From A Hotel’ by Craig Finn
    • ‘Born Asleep’ by Starcrawler
    • ‘I Don’t Know What To Do’ by Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson
    • ‘Under The Milky Way’ by The Church

    Lint to the playlist on Spotify can be found HERE

    Link to the playlist on Apple Music is HERE


    The book of the episode is The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath


    Keep your questions and contributions to our features coming - you can get in touch via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy or by email: contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com


    If you like to hear more of Bill, you can join him in The Back Room on Patreon (www.patreon.com/illadvisedbybillnighy) for bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to new episodes, events, the long-awaited merchandise and more - see you there.

    If you would like to join it's important to sign up online first to avoid the Apple fees in their app, then download it later.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    34 mins
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The sheer fearlessness of upthrusting through each cutting edge issue- and weekly too. Courageous pioneering podcasting!

Honestly?

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Not sure if it was Bill or someone else who decided on this Podcast but it's absolutely class. I love Bill's answers to things and it's just hilarious. Long may it run.

Brilliant.

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If you're an introvert, a solitary loving individual who knows who you are (and you know who you are 😉), with discerning taste and socially selective, this podcast was made with you in mind. ✌️

Best Podcast Ever...

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I hung on Bill’s every laid back word. Can’t wait for the next episode. Such thoughtful and entertaining words. Be well advised and listen.

Wise, Witty and Wonderfully Clever

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It is refreshing in today's world to find something and someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously. Bill Nigh speaks candidly when answering questions posed to him. He doesn't try to preach, in fact just the opposite. He trys to help people get over themselves and in my opinion does it very well. I look forward to hearing the next series. Thank you Bill.

Total time waster just as it promissed. Thanks.

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