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Bill Nighy Crowned Best Podcast Host Over Top Names
1 Oct
Summary
- Bill Nighy won best host at the British Podcast Awards.
- His podcast 'Ill-Advised' offers listeners wry advice.
- The awards ceremony celebrated 10 years of podcasting excellence.
Actor Bill Nighy has achieved recognition beyond his film career, earning the award for best host at the 10th annual British Podcast Awards. His series, "Ill-Advised," was celebrated for its "irresistibly endearing" format. The podcast, designed for listeners who "don't get out much," showcases Nighy offering thoughtful advice and discussing various aspects of life, including music and literature.
The event, held on Thursday, saw several other podcasts and personalities awarded. "Man Made" hosted by Pete Wicks secured two accolades, including best interview and best health & wellbeing podcast. Sean Bean's "Get Birding" also clinched two awards for best lifestyle and best video innovation. The prestigious best podcast award went to "Hold or Fold" by the Prison Radio Association, which also won for best factual podcast.