An absolute honour to spend an hour with the great Bill BaileyIn this wide-ranging conversation, Bill opens up about friendship, grief, family, creativity, and what really matters after a lifetime on stage. It’s honest, warm, and full of the humour and curiosity that make him one of the world’s most loved comedians.This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on.In this episode we cover:• His friendship with the late Sean Lock and the lessons he left behind• His relationship with his 93-year-old father and the wisdom passed down through generations• What success and happiness look like today• A lifetime of creativity, music and curiosity• Why walking, conversation and nature are essential for mental well-beingBill also talks about his upcoming NZ tour.Tour Dates:Monday, November 3rd, 2025 – Opera House, OamaruTuesday, November 4th, 2025 – Wolfbrook Arena, ChristchurchThursday, November 6th, 2025 – Trafalgar Centre, NelsonSaturday, November 8th, 2025 – Toitoi Events Centre, Hawke’s BayTuesday, November 11th, 2025 – Michael Fowler Centre, WellingtonFriday, November 14th, 2025 – The Civic, AucklandMonday, November 17th, 2025 – Regent on Broadway, Palmerston NorthWednesday, November 19th, 2025 – TSB Stadium, New PlymouthFriday, November 21st, 2025 – Sir Howard Morrison Theatre, RotoruaSunday, November 23rd, 2025 – Globox Arena, Hamilton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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