ill-advised by Bill Nighy
EYEPOD Studios 22 episodes Nov 12, 2026
A podcast for people who don’t get out much and can’t handle it when they do. Join Bill Nighy to squander some time as he attempts to answer your questions and dilemmas without actually making things worse. The show covers topics from choosing the right shirt to how to hide at parties, and includes a recommended book and playlist of the week.
Episodes
Staggered By Dread
In this episode Bill tackles reading while eating, umbrellas, instant coffee and moving house later in life.The playlist this episode is called ‘By The Dance Floor, Staggered By Dread’ and includes:‘Ford Econoline’ by Chuck Prophet‘More News From Nowhere’ by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds‘Gentle Tuesday’ by Primal Scream‘Stone Free’ by Jimi Hendrix‘I’m Down (Take 1)’ by The Beatles‘Terrified Eyes’
When I Walked Her Home
Bill has an announcement...He also attempts to answer questions on cutting hair, belts and braces, eating fruit and the best way to enjoy Marmite.You can find our merchandise hereThis episode's playlist is called ‘When I Walked Her Home... ' 🌸 and includes:‘Tender Love’ by Meshell Ndegecello‘You Don’t Know My Name’ by Alicia Keys‘Hey Eugene’ by Pink Martini‘Something, Somehow, Someday’ by
I See You By A Tree, In Loose Clothing
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 Loose Clothing’ and includes:‘Stone Free’ by Jimi Hendrix‘Speed Of The Sound Of Loneliness’ by Alabama 3‘Superglue’ by Role Model‘The Back Room’ by Van Morrison‘Send Your Mind’ by
No Stranger To A Sherbet
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 Starcrawler‘Guitar’ by Prince‘Dirty Blvd.’ by Lou Reed‘Slow Down’ by The Beatles‘Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere’ by David BowieListen to the playlist on Spotify - HEREListen to the playlist on Appl
I Haven't Had That Much Exposure To Donkeys
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
Those Were The Days When We Used To Work Nights
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 Ol
I Think I Was Kidding
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 ChurchLint to the p
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 swear words in it.This episode's playlist is called 'Relax, I've Got Your Keys' and includes:‘Lost Boys’ by Phoebe Bridgers‘Since I Lost My Baby’ by The Temptations‘Real Thing’ by Drugdealer & Weyes Blood‘Deep One
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 contribution to 'According To Your Grandmother'. This weeks playlist is called: ‘Barefoot She’s Heart High’‘The Mermaid Parade’ by Phosphorescent ‘How You Get Hurt’ by Courtney Marie Andrews ‘Strung Out’ by Johnn
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 playlist is called 'I Just Need Some Air, I Won’t Be Long': Lou Reed - The Great Defender (Down at the Arcade) The Dandy Warhols - Bohemian Like YouPrince - She Spoke 2 MeThe Jesus and Mary Chain - Deep One Perfect Morning Sjow
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 concertedly attempts to advise on a midlife crisis…Plus this week we have a brilliant contribution to our 'I'm With The Band' feature, we say goodbye to some more words as they are added to the Banned Words list (as ratified by the p
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 hear Bill giving recommendations, ranking Songs with Speaking in them, answering Back Room members questions and reading Night and Day by Virginia Woolf all summer - visit www.patreon.com/illadvisedbyBillNighy.He'll be back in Sept
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
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
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&nbs
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&nbs
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 Jazmin
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 My Eyes But I Still function' and includes:Morning Show - Iggy PopMaxine - Donald FagenDesire - Boz ScaggsRoster - Jazmine SullivanBetter Days - Le-Andria JohnsonTwinkle - HetherYou can find a link to the playlist on Spotify h
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
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) ‘
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 'Orchestrated Love Swing':'Lionel Richie' - by The Jack Moves'Lovers Rock' - by Fun Lovin' Criminals'What Cha' Gonna Do For Me' by Chaka Khan'All I'm Missing' by Angie Stone'Is It Worth It' by Rae Khalil'Why Do You Keep Calling Me' by Sy Smith
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, creative swearing and sock length protocol.We have a brand new feature 'I'm With The Band'. This is where we encourage you to send in the name of your teenage band and maybe some of the lyrics from your signature song and Bill will r
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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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’ by Johnny “Guitar” Watson ‘Ain’t That Peculiar’ by Marvin Gaye ‘I Love Every Little Thing About You’ by Stevie Wonder ‘Be Thankful For What You’ve Got - Live’ by Orgone‘Crystal Clear’ by Pharrell Williams Link to
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 Coat’:‘Blues Party Tonight’ by Denise LaSalle‘I’m Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down’ by Ann Peebles ‘Wishful Thinking’ by Conya Doss, B. Golden‘We Are the Sun’ by SAULT ‘Put It Down’ by Jazmine Sullivan ‘Packed Up And To
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’ ‘It’s About That Walk’ by Prince‘Good and Strong’ by Sy Smith ‘Only In It For The Money’ by Jimmy Smith, Dr.John‘A Rose Is Still a Rose’ by Aretha Franklin‘Stay - Live Nassau Coliseum ’76’ by David Bowie‘I Wanna Know’ by Cyma
Respect My Hustle
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 Last’ by Aretha Franklin‘Here I Am’ by Mary J.Blige‘This Day Is For You’ by Leela James ‘Thanks To You’ by Boz Scaggs ‘Call My Name’ by Prince The playlist can be
Don't Forget To Disco
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';Never, Never Gonna Give Ya Up - Barry White It's A Disco Night (Rock Don't Stop) Pts.1&2 - The Isley Brothers What' Cha Gonna Do For Me - Chaka KhanWish I Didn’t Miss You - Angie
I Am Very Particular About Air Guitaring
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 ‘Jackson’ by Craig Finn 'Songs She Sang in the Shower' by Jason Isbell 'Ain’t Goin’ To Goa' by Alabama 3'Blackout' by Ruston Kelly 'New Sensations' by Lou Reed You can fi
Help! My Horse is Ignoring Me
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 Yourself or Whatever' by Carly Rae Jepsen'Morning Elvis' by Florence and the Machine featuring Ethel Cain'Don’t Remind Me' by Amber Mark with Anderson .PaakYou can find the playlist on Spotify he
There's Nothing Wrong with My Custard
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 HookerBlack Limousine - The Rolling StonesJust Like Tom Thumb’s Blues - Bryan FerryWhy I Sing The Blues - Aretha FranklinLovers Rock - Fun Lovin' CriminalsThe playlist can be found on Spotify
You're Not a Weirdo
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 LynneDying Star - Ruston KellyLately I’ve let things slide - Caitlin RoseHow Can I Protect You - Alabama 3 - featuring Aslan This playlist can be found here on SpotifyAnd the book of the epis
Procrastination At An Olympic Level
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 for you here but if you have time to squander, this podcast might just be for you.This episode playlist is called ‘Adultery Soul’‘I Wish He Didn't Trust Me So Much' by Bobby Womack‘Willi
ill-advised by Bill Nighy - coming soon!
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 get out much and can't handle it when they do. It's a refuge for the clumsy and the awkward.If you have questions about anything – from buying the right shirt to hiding at parties, ple
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