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ill-advised by Bill Nighy

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32 episodes · Explicit

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

More about the show

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.

Episodes

  1. I See You By A Tree, In Loose Clothing

    · 31 min · S3 E9

    In this episode Bill attempts to give some career advice, explains how he stays warm in the winter and tells us which books are worth reading more than once. This episode's playlist is called ‘I See You By A Tree, In…

  2. No Stranger To A Sherbet

    · 31 min · S3 E8

    Join Bill as he tries to answer some more questions. In this episode he addresses facial hair, pillows and coffee drinking. The playlist this week is called ‘No Stranger To A Sherbet’ and includes: • ‘Kick Me’ by…

  3. I Haven't Had That Much Exposure To Donkeys

    · 30 min · S3 E7

    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…

  4. Those Were The Days When We Used To Work Nights

    · 31 min · S3 E6 · Explicit

    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…

  5. I Think I Was Kidding

    · 34 min · S3 E5

    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…

  6. Relax, I've Got Your Keys

    · 29 min · S3 E4 · Explicit

    In this episode Bill answers questions on wristwatches, cat flaps, birthdays and how to stop smoking. Just a heads up, the book reading in this episode has quite a few swear words in it. This episode's playlist is…

  7. Irony Left The Building

    · 27 min · S3 E3

    Bill is back to answer your questions and in this episode he attempts to address dreams, diaries and baseball caps. As well as our regular features we debut our first contribution to 'According To Your Grandmother'.…

  8. Death To Superstition

    · 32 min · S3 E2

    How to take a compliment, whether to finish a book, flesh coloured clothing and sausage size are some of the topics tackled by Bill in this episode. This episode's playlist is called 'I Just Need Some Air, I Won’t Be…

  9. I Was in Crisis Long Before Midlife

    · 35 min · S3 E1

    Welcome to the 3rd series of ill-advised! Bill is back to answer the all important questions of whether you can have too many hats, the correct way to make tea and he concertedly attempts to advise on a midlife crisis……

  10. A taste of what is happening in The Back Room

    · 4:44 · Trailer

    Bill is off ill-advising duties for the summer but there are all sorts of things happening in The Back Room over on Patreon. If you are missing your weekly dose you can hear Bill giving recommendations, ranking Songs…

  11. He Showers In The Dark

    · 31 min · S2 E10

    It's the Season finale! In this episode Bill attempts to answer questions on ear worms, feeling at home in foreign lands, handshake etiquette and school reunions. The episode's playlist is called ‘Songs That, Like,…

  12. The Cult Of My Inadequacy

    · 29 min · S2 E9

    In this penultimate episode of Season 2 Bill answers questions about manicures, worrying about what you've said, left-handed air guitar playing and what to do on a rainy day. This episode's playlist is called ‘I Used…

  13. Hey Babydoll, How's It Hanging?

    · 28 min · S2 E8 · Explicit

    How to ask somebody out, becoming a minimalist and hairstyles for men are some of topics tackled by Bill in this episode. This episodes playlist is called: 'Adultery Gets Lonely’ and includes: • ‘I've Got News for…

  14. Smoke This And Your Hair Will Grow

    · 30 min · S2 E7

    Bill attempts to answer your questions on swimming attire, best dressed rock stars and electrical safety. The playlist in this episode is called 'Not Quite Evening' and includes: ‘Sometimes Always’ by The Jesus &…

  15. I Don't Get Out Much

    · 26 min · S2 E6

    Shopping for sheets, dancing in the street and being called Bill are just some of the matters addressed in this episode. This episode's playlist is called 'It's ok, I Caught Up On Emails' and includes: • ‘Logic…

  16. He's Well Tonk

    · 26 min · S2 E5 · Explicit

    Masculine flowers, imposter syndrome and making small talk in your socks are some of the topics in this episode. This episode's playlist is called 'Sure There’s Shame In My Eyes But I Still function' and includes:…

  17. Just Go Limp

    · 28 min · S2 E4

    Bill is back to tackle the pressing subjects of polishing shoes, escaping parties and how to pronounce expresso, sorry espresso. This episode's playlist is called ‘I’ll Hold Your Coat...’ : • ‘Breakfast Can Wait’ by…

  18. Navigate By Dog

    · 27 min · S2 E3 · Explicit

    Dog etiquette, cravats, air saxophone solos and sugar addiction are among the subjects addressed by Bill in this episode. This episode's playlist is called 'Instead of School' and includes: • 'I’m Tore down’ by…

  19. All Night Long, All Night Long

    · 27 min · S2 E2 · Explicit

    This week on ill-advised Bill tackles dancing, baths vs showers, bespoke suits and we debut our first 'I'm With The Band' submission. This week's playlist is 'Orchestrated Love Swing': 'Lionel Richie' - by The Jack…

  20. It's Always A Genitalia Thing

    · 25 min · S2 E1 · Explicit

    Welcome to Season 2 of ill-advised by Bill Nighy! Bill is back to answer your questions and in this episode he tackles restaurant etiquette, Kim Novak's belly button, creative swearing and sock length protocol. We…

  21. Season 2 is coming soon!

    · 1:32 · Trailer

    More ill-advise is on its way, with a new feature too. Season 2 is coming on the 19th of March. You can get in touch via instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  22. Groovemelikeout

    · 26 min · S1 E10

    Bill answers your questions on dealing with the heat, social batteries and being bored. This episode's playlist is called 'Groovemelikeout' and it includes: ‘Hook Me Up’ by Johnny “Guitar” Watson ‘Ain’t That…

  23. Pocket Squares Make Me Uneasy

    · 25 min · S1 E9

    Bill attempts to answer your questions on what to do when you forget someone’s name to wearing the colour yellow. This episode's playlist is called ‘Car Keys And A Good Coat’: ‘Blues Party Tonight’ by Denise LaSalle…

  24. I Am A Moisturising Freak

    · 27 min · S1 E8

    Bill answers your questions from how to deal with challenging odours to what to wear on the aeroplane. This episode's playlist is called ‘Dance Tunes For Snake Hips’ ‘It’s About That Walk’ by Prince ‘Good and…

  25. Respect My Hustle

    · 25 min · S1 E7 · Explicit

    Another slice of Bill's ill-advice from how to cope with early mornings to placating your clean-freak husband. This episode's playlist is called 'I Forget To Breathe': ‘I’ll Be Your Lover, Too’ by Van Morrison ‘At…

  26. Don't Forget To Disco

    · 26 min · S1 E6 · Explicit

    Bill answers your questions on choosing the right pair of glasses, assimilating into Japanese culture, salsa dancing and the best way to enjoy scones. This episode's playlist is called 'Don't Forget To Disco'; •…

  27. I Am Very Particular About Air Guitaring

    · 25 min · S1 E5 · Explicit

    This week on ill-advised by Bill Nighy, Bill discusses 'over-thinking', public speaking and the best song to air guitar to. This episode's playlist is called 'Too Long At The Fair': 'Turn to me' by Lou Reed…

  28. Help! My Horse is Ignoring Me

    · 27 min · S1 E4

    Bill is back to answer your questions from how to cook eggs to communing with your horse. This episode's playlist is called 'She Tried to Love You' 'Kyoto' by Phoebe Bridges 'Coyote' by Joni Mitchell 'Go Find…

  29. There's Nothing Wrong with My Custard

    · 25 min · S1 E3

    On this week's episode Bill tackles small talk, applications of marmite and how to live a happy life. This episode's playlist is called 'It’s Too Late To Go Home': • Mr. Lucky - featuring Robert Cray - John Lee…

  30. You're Not a Weirdo

    · 25 min · S1 E2

    Bill answers your questions from how to cope with sleepless nights to where to buy the perfect shirt. This episodes' playlist is called ‘Country Hurts’ • Storm Windows - John Prine • Leavin’ - Shelby Lynne • Dying…

  31. Procrastination At An Olympic Level

    · 26 min · S1 E1 · Explicit

    ill-advised by Bill Nighy is an actual thing! Bill is here to answer your questions... from what to do when you don't recognise somebody to his thoughts on clutter. If you are socially adept, there’s nothing really…

  32. ill-advised by Bill Nighy - coming soon!

    · 2:03 · Trailer

    ill-advised by Bill Nighy is launching on the 9th of October! Join Bill Nighy to squander some time as he attempts to answer your questions without actually making things worse. This is a podcast for people who don't…

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