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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.

Latest episodes

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I Think I Was Kidding

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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...’ an

Oct 1
33 min

Relax, I've Got Your Keys

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 s

Sep 24
29 min

Irony Left The Building

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 con

Sep 17
26 min

Death To Superstition

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 playl

Sep 10
31 min

I Was in Crisis Long Before Midlife

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 con

Sep 3
35 min

A taste of what is happening in The Back Room

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 h

Jun 26
4 min

He Showers In The Dark

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 ep

May 21
31 min

The Cult Of My Inadequacy

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

May 13
29 min

Hey Babydoll, How's It Hanging?

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 Get

May 7
28 min

Smoke This And Your Hair Will Grow

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

Apr 30
29 min

I Don't Get Out Much

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 Ca

Apr 23
25 min

He's Well Tonk

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

Apr 16
26 min

Just Go Limp

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

Apr 9
27 min

Navigate By Dog

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 S

Apr 2
27 min

All Night Long, All Night Long

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 'Orchestrat

Mar 26
26 min

It's Always A Genitalia Thing

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, cre

Mar 19
25 min

Season 2 is coming soon!

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 Aca

Mar 9
1 min

Groovemelikeout

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

Dec 11 2025
25 min

Pocket Squares Make Me Uneasy

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

Dec 4 2025
24 min

I Am A Moisturising Freak

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’  ‘

Nov 27 2025
27 min

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In his hallmark easygoing, self effacing style, Bill delivers wisdom and mind-candy. I’m smiling as I listen to him and am a better person after!

Shifra50 · Jul 2026

I look forward to Ill-Advised every week! I love Bill’s soothing voice and wit. I wish they were longer than an hour, but I guess always leave ‘em wanting more. Music suggestions are great, as are the books. Very smart guy, that Nighy. Keep ‘em coming!

Dahlia Gumbo · May 2026

The worst part about Ill Advised is waiting a whole week till the next episode, and my fantasy life hanging out with Bill and enjoying his laid-back musings on social conundrums, music, books, and all the words and phrases we never want to hear again.

TXlilbit · Mar 2026

I’ve listened to every episode many times over. I’ve played the song lists, downloaded the book recommendations. It is my Radio Londres in these dark times in the US. When most of my time is taken up with worry, it is pure healing to waste time with Mr Nighy on his podcast. Keep broadcasting sir. We need you.

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