Bill Bailey is one of the most loved comedians in the world. From his breakout role as Manny in the cult TV show Black Books, to his exceptional talent for playing multiple instruments, he always leaves his audiences feeling brighter. Bill is fascinated with natural history and humanity, his curiosity knows no bounds and music has been a constant companion. 

I asked him to Take 5 with songs that reflect humanity, and he gifted me an extraordinary conversation about life, death, risk taking and memory making. I was buzzing after this chat, and I hope you will be too.

• The Kinks – ‘You Really Got Me’
• PJ Harvey – ‘Big Exit’
• Johnny Cash – ‘Hurt’
• Foals – ‘Mountain At My Gates’
• Talking Heads – ‘Once In A Lifetime’

Watch Take 5 on ABC iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-rowe