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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 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 i
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- 2 weeks ago31 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 episode's playlist is called ‘Songs That, Like, Hound Me...’ and includes:‘The Kids are Alright’ by The Who ‘You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go’ by Bob Dlyan ‘Guilty’ by Randy Newman ‘When You Awake’ by The Band ‘I Heard It Through The Grapevine’ by Marvin Gaye ‘Take Some Time Out for Love’ by The Isley Brothers ‘I Threw It All Away’ by Bob Dylan ‘Any Major Dude Will Tell You’ by Steely Dan ‘Nancy with the Laughing Face’ by Frank Sinatra ‘It Happened in Monterey’ by Frank Sinatra You can find the playlist on Spotify HERE And Apple Music HEREThe book of the episode is ‘The Fire Next Time’ by James Baldwin Thank you for all your questions and contributions over the last season.Bill will be back with Season 3 in September. You can still squander time with Bill this summer in The Back Room on Patreon. It's important to sign up online on Patreon first to avoid the Apple fees in their app. You can download it later in the app. Members will have early access to bonus episodes, ad free listening, new features, merchandise, events and Bill will be reading some of his favourite books week by week. Plus, over the next few weeks Bill will be pulling names out of a hat and the winners will receive one of the recommended books from the last 2 seasons, dedicated and signed by Bill. Keep your questions and contributions coming in for Season 3 - you can email us at contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com or message us via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighyStay loose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago29 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 day.This episode's playlist is called ‘I Used To Be Philosophically Opposed To Bob Dylan Covers, But I’m Not Like That Now’ and includes:‘Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues’ by Bryan Ferry, ‘Don’t Fall Apart On Me Tonight’ by Bettye LaVette ‘If You Gotta Go, Go Now’ by Cowboy Junkies ‘It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue’ by Them ‘Going Going Gone’ by Gregg Allman ‘Not Dark Yet’ by Shelby Lynne, Allison Moorer ‘Most of the Time’ by Sophie Zelmani ‘Like a Rolling Stone’ by The Rolling Stones Leopard-Skin Pill-Box Hat by Beck, War Child RecordsYou'll find a link to the playlist on Spotify HEREAnd on Apple Music HEREThe book of the episode is Neon Rain by James Lee BurkeOver the summer you'll still be able to squander time with Bill and hear him reading some of his favourite books week by week, in The Back Room on Patreon. To gain access to The Back Room of ill-advised by Bill Nighy visit www.patreon.com/illadvisedbybillnighyWe'd love to hear from you! Send us any comments & questions HEREOr you can send us messages on Instagram HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 weeks ago28 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 Gets Lonely’ and includes:‘I've Got News for You’ by Ray Charles ‘TKO’ by Womack & Womack ‘Coulda Been You’ by Angie Stone ‘I Believe To My Soul’ by Van Morrison ‘Breakfast in Bed’ by Shelby Lynn You can find it on Spotify HEREAnd on Apple Music HEREThe book of the episode is ‘The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch’ by Philip K. Dick We'd love to hear from you - you can email us here - (contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com) or send us a message via instagram hereKeep your questions, regrettable band names, lyrics and banned words coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 30, 202629 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 includes:‘Sometimes Always’ by The Jesus & Mary Chain‘Would You Rather’ by Phoebe Bridges ‘We Were Cool’ by Lori McKenna ‘Tim McGraw’ by Taylor Swift ‘Love Letter’ by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds ‘Crazy Face’ by Van Morrison You can find a link to the playlist on Spotify hereAnd you can find it on Apple Music hereThe book of the episode is 'Devil in a Blue Dress' by Walter MosleyWe'd love to hear from you - you can email us here - (contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com) or send us a message via instagram hereKeep your questions, regrettable band names, lyrics and banned words coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 23, 202625 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 Caught Up On Emails' and includes:‘Logic Bitch’ by Self Esteem ‘Blue Randy’ by Beck ‘My Favorite Picture of You’ by Guy Clark ‘Galveston’ by Craig Finn ‘Hurt Me So Good’ by Jazmine Sullivan ‘Outside Your Door’ by Meshelle Ndegeocello You can find a link to the playlist on Spotify hereAnd on Apple Music hereThe book of the episode is 'Romantic Comedy' by Curtis SittenfeldWe'd love to hear from you - you can email us here - (contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com) or send us a message via instagram hereKeep your questions, regrettable band names, lyrics and banned words coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 16, 202626 min
Imposter Syndrome
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:Morning Show - Iggy PopMaxine - Donald FagenDesire - Boz Scaggs Roster - Jazmine SullivanBetter Days - Le-Andria JohnsonTwinkle - Hether You can find a link to the playlist on Spotify hereOr on Apple Music hereThe recommended book is 'Mrs. Caliban' by Rachel Ingalls We love hearing from you, please send your questions for Bill, banned words and 'I'm With The Band' submissions to us on Instagram here or via email at contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 9, 2026narrative27 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 Hold Your Coat...’ :‘Breakfast Can Wait’ by Prince ‘Talkin’ to Myself’ by Sarah Shook & the Disarmers ‘Louie Louie’ by Iggy Pop ‘Seventeen’ by Sjowgren ‘Blue Jean’ by David Bowie You can find the playlist on Spotify hereAnd on Apple Music here The book of the episode is ‘Oh What A Paradise It Seems’ by John Cheever Thanks for listening - if you have any questions, banned word entries or 'I'm With The Band' submissions you can contact us via Instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy or via our website: www.ill-advisedbybillnighy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 2, 202627 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 School' and includes: 'I’m Tore down’ by Freddie King ‘Right Place, Wrong Time’ by Dr John ‘Nutbush City Limits’ by Ike & Tina Turner ‘Stutter’ by Elastica ‘Daylight’ by Kellow Rowland (ft. Travis McCoy) ‘Suffragette City’ by David Bowie You can find the playlist here on Spotify and on Apple Music here The book that Bill recommends this week is 'The Idiot' by Elif Batuman We'd love to hear from you! Send us questions for Bill or 'I'm With The Band' submissions via instagram @illadvisedbybillnighy or by email: contactus@ill-advisedbybillnighy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 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 i
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