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The Viall Files

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Welcome to The Viall Files, your go-to podcast for all things dating, relationships, pop culture, and Reality Television! Join Nick Viall, Natalie Joy, and the Household as they dive into the intricacies of love and life, all while keeping you updated on the latest in reality TV and celebrity news. Tune in almost every day of the week with four exciting episodes! On Mondays, you'll hear heartfelt advice as listeners call in to "Ask Nick" about everything from dating dilemmas to life challenges. Tuesdays and Thursdays bring you "Reality Recap", a lively variety show, packed with the hottest headlines and recaps of your favorite reality shows—from the latest drama on Bravo to the ups and downs of The Bachelor. And don't miss our special "Going Deeper" episodes which drop periodically on Wednesdays, where we sit down with celebrities for candid conversations, asking the tough questions you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're looking for relationship wisdom or just want to stay in the loop on pop culture, The Viall Files is the perfect place to be. Join the Household and get ready for a mix of laughter, insight, and hot gossip!
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Episodes

E379 Bachelor Recap With Becca Moore

Today we are joined by the hilarious TikToker and massive Bachelor Fan, Becca Moore, as we dive in to recap another crazy episode of The Bachelor. After getting into some Hot Goss, we kick things off by talking about Shanae. We dive deeper into the situation between her and Elizabeth, talking about Clayton's apology tweet about neurodivergency, and using personal experience to navigate our conversations around relationships and ADHD. We also talk about the divide between the house that happens o...

Feb 08, 20221 hr 34 minEp. 379

E378 Ask Nick - Dibs on Your Brother!

Today on another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition, we take your calls to answer your burning questions about relationships and to help you navigate this wild world of situationships. Our first caller writes in asking about being stressed over dating her roommate's brother. She has trouble navigating this situationship and struggles when she feels that the pressure of dating someone in a friend group could make or break the relationship. The next caller is back in the dating game and wond...

Feb 07, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 378

E377 Going Deeper - Stripper Turned Politician, Alexandra Hunt

Today we are back with another episode of Going Deeper with The Viall Files. We are joined by former stripper and now political candidate, Alexandra Hunt. On this episode we talk about breaking down the stereotypes of sex workers, why running a platform in support of sex workers is important, how the sex industry has massive amounts of stigma even though many enjoy the content it produces, and why many hide their past as a stripper. We also talk about using TikTok as a platform for marketing a c...

Feb 02, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 377

E376 Bachelor Recap With Eilise Guilfoyle

Today we are joined by TikToker, Comedian, Actress, Writer, and most importantly, massive Bachelor Fan, Eilise Guilfoyle! She's here with all her notes on the Bachelor Nation drama to help us jump into the newest excitement from Clayton's season. We start off by talking about how this episode is testing Clayton, where when emotionally exhausted, he has to break up a fight at the cocktail party. We also talk about the massive success that was Rachel's one-on-one date, where we really felt the fir...

Feb 01, 20221 hr 32 minEp. 376

E375 Ask Nick - You Didn't Pull Out

Today, on another episode of Viall Files, Ask Nick Edition, we dive into the world of situationships and answer your burning questions about relationships and the dating world. In this episode we are joined by our first caller whose one night stand turns into a nightmare after having an ectopic pregnancy. When she tries to get support from the man she hooked up with, she realizes he's a nice guy that is all talk, no action. Our next caller deals with the aftermath of a breakup from a toxic relat...

Jan 31, 20221 hr 18 minEp. 375

E374 Going Deeper - West Elm Caleb, Morgan Cohen, and Paying for Mistakes

Today we are back with another episode of Going Deeper with The Viall Files. We are joined by influencer and entrepreneur, Morgan B Cohen, as we dive into bringing you the pop culture news, the hottest of goss, and a mediation call. On this episode, we break down the West Elm Caleb drama and bring on Kellie, a girl that used to date him! From there, we talk about online dating and how not setting expectations is a recipe for disaster. We also take our mediation call and answer the question of if...

Jan 26, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 374

E373 Bachelor Recap With Rozzi

We are back with Singer-Songwriter and massive Bachelor Fan, Rozzi. She's here with us to dive into some Bachelor Nation drama and catch up on all the chaos going on with Clayton's season. We talk about some of the crazy behavior of the girls, and if white wine might be the culprit. Next, we give Clayton some credit and recognize him for the solid guy he seems to be, comment on how the producers needed to give him sunscreen, and how this season seems to be a return to form. We then guess who wil...

Jan 25, 20221 hr 34 minEp. 373

E372 Ask Nick with Hello Tefi - Their BONER Isn't Your Problem

Today we are back with another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! On this episode, we are joined again by media presenter and TikToker, Hello Tefi, as we take your calls and give you advice on all things relationships and situationships. Our first caller deals with a young and eager dater who after a few dates, tells our caller that he loves her. We follow their conversation and realize that this date wants to love but doesn't know why or how to express these feelings properly. Our next c...

Jan 24, 20221 hr 26 minEp. 372

E371 Mediation Premiere with Naz Perez

Today we welcome you back to another episode of Viall Files to introduce a brand new segment, Mediation! In this format, we welcome couples, friends, enemies, coworkers, and anyone that is having a fight or is split on opinion as Nick and his guest will mediate the argument and help get to the bottom of who was right, who was wrong, and what takeaways our callers can have moving forward. We are joined yet again by Former Bachelor Producer, TV Host, Correspondent, and Founder of Heart Broken Anon...

Jan 19, 20221 hr 28 minEp. 371

E370 Bachelor Tea - Teddi Faces Off with Nick

We are back with another Bachelor related episode, diving into the world and drama of Bachelor Nation. Today, we are joined by Former Bachelor Producer, TV Host, Correspondent, and Founder of Heart Broken Anonymous, Naz Perez. While there is no new episode of The Bachelor itself we kept ourselves busy by talking about the hot goss in Bachelor Nation. Also we got Teddi on with us, so that we can interview her about whether she thought her behavior was manipulative or not. We talk about the spectr...

Jan 18, 20221 hr 22 minEp. 370

E369 Ask Nick - You Make WEED a Priority Over Me!

Today, on another episode of Viall Files, Ask Nick Edition, we dive into the world of situationships and answer your burning questions about relationships and the dating world. In this episode we are joined by our first caller who struggles with the idea that her boyfriend is hooked on weed, making it a higher priority than everything else in his life. Not growing up around it herself, this caller expresses concern that this may be a sign that their lifestyles are incompatible. Our next caller s...

Jan 17, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 369

E368 Scheana and Brock: Engagement Rings, Prenups, and Babies on Vanderpump Rules

On this episode of Viall Files, we are joined by Scheana Shay and Brock Davies from Vanderpump Rules as we discuss their new engagement, the true value of that massive ring, and what didn't make it on camera. We also dive into how some cast members may not approve of the engagement, who might be jealous, and how to romantically sign a prenup. We break down how they'll resolve parenting disagreements in the future, moments where they've crossed the line, and how sometimes getting therapy with you...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 368

E367 Bachelor Recap With Cathy Kelley

We are back with another recap of The Bachelor as we dive into the world of Clayton's season. Today, we are joined by journalist, television host, model, and actress, Cathy Kelley as we break down the crazy moments and hot messes of episode two. On this recap we dive into talking about who pulled aside Hilary Duff, Nick's hot take about Teddi, and what manipulation is in a relationship. We also talk about how there are clearly love roses and drama roses, how a FWB situation back home may ruin a ...

Jan 11, 20221 hr 24 minEp. 367

E366 Ask Nick - Money Problems with BF's Man

Today on Ask Nick, we start with a caller whose best friend's boyfriend has asked her to borrow money for her friend's engagement ring. She is confused as to why he wants to spend outside of his means, and is wondering whether she should tell her friend who she knows is pushing for the engagement. But she soon realizes that maybe what she should really be questioning is whether to go into business with a friend who is rushing some very big life decisions. We then speak with someone who was ghost...

Jan 10, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 366

E365 Francesca Farago Dreams of Farm Life

Today we are joined by actress and Too Hot To Handle contestant, Francesca Farago. In this interview we dive into the downsides about sharing relationships on social media, how to ignore the rumor mill, and how being on reality TV and wanting privacy in your personal life are two different things. We also talk about finding your love language, how society is judgmental of someone with a lot of exes, and how you can be your own person even in a relationship. We also ask about how dating greatly d...

Jan 05, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 365

E364 Bachelor Recap With Lisa Schwartz

Today we look forward to welcoming you back to the world of the Bachelor, kicking it off with another recap for the first episode of Clayton's season. Our guest today is YouTuber and actress, Lisa Schwartz. First, we do a report card and ask how Clayton and Jesse are doing in their roles and how the show is doing in terms of letting us learn more about Clayton, besides just his love for puppies. We dive into the Sally situation, and judge how Clayton handles a hurt contestant that is not ready f...

Jan 04, 20221 hr 37 minEp. 364

E363 Ask Nick - Hallmark Situationship

Today we are back with your questions on another edition of Ask Nick. We begin with a caller who's love life has turned into a real life Hallmark movie. Should she date the buttoned up finance guy and charity donor who lives in her city? Or should she head back to her roots to pursue romance with an old hometown flame, who is comfortable and familiar, but has a bit of a bad boy image? Next, we are joined by a caller who is navigating a potential relationship with someone with an STI. She really ...

Jan 03, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 363

E362 Viall Files: Memorable Moments from 2021

Today we're celebrating the end of 2021 and another year of Viall Files! In this episode we'll go through some highlights from the year, talking about highs, controversies, regrets, and everything in-between! We start off this episode by highlighting things that happened in our lives: from vibrating underwear, butterflies, and Meatball-gate! We also highlight interviews such as with Tinx, Steve-O, Andy Grammer, and Olivia O'Brien. Each interview taught us something unique about love and life and...

Dec 29, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 362

E361 Ask Nick - Reality TV Love Affair

Today on another Ask Nick, we dive into the dramatic and wild world of relationships, dating, and situationships. Our first caller is navigating a situationship where a guy she has been passionately talking with doesn't initiate making a move in person. They finally hook up just before he goes off to be on a realty show where, plot twist: he meets someone else. Now our caller is questioning what to do. The next caller is returning for advice after getting help from Ask Nick on Instagram. Her cur...

Dec 27, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 361

E360 Brandon Jones Tells All

Today we're sitting down with Bachelorette Runner-up, Brandon Jones! We dive in to get all the tea on the conclusion of this season and check-in with Brandon to see how he is doing after the finale. We ask if the emotions were real, how he's handling heartbreak, and what bothers him most that people assume about him. We also dive into Brandon trying to find clarity by watching the show, what defines a fuckboy in Brandon's eyes, and who he would let his sister date from the house. We reflect by a...

Dec 22, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 360

E359 Bachelorette Recap With Elizabeth Wagmeister

Today on the Bachelorette Finale recap we're breaking down all the current Bach Nation drama with journalist, reporter, and writer, Elizabeth Wagmeister. We talk about Tayshia not being able to host the AFR and Kaitlyn stepping up to own the live event. We also cover the Kaitlyn and Shawn drama and how it seems bitter for Shawn to comment years late. We also dive into how Hannah Brown's brother is engaged to Jed's ex, and how weird of a situation that is. We also mourn the elimination of Brandon...

Dec 22, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 359

E358 Ask Nick - The Fantasy Always Ends

Today on another Ask Nick, we dive into the world of situationships, relationships, and everything in-between. Our first caller talks about their upcoming trip home to their hometown, where each year, they meet up with the same boy to share a kiss on a park bench. Now, they wonder how they can take things to the next level after they have done this for over ten years. Our next caller recounts a romcom moment and a potential kiss in the rain. Now, they wonder if these theatrics are romantic or mo...

Dec 20, 20211 hr 19 minEp. 358

E357 Ian Wallace - Dreams: The Ultimate Self-Portrait

Today on the Viall Files we are decoding your dreams with dream psychologist, Ian Wallace. Ian is a best-selling author and popular broadcaster who is widely acclaimed in the media for his live dream analysis. Nick and Ian dive right in, starting with analyzing dreams about infidelity (and sex in general), what they mean and how we can translate our dreams into actions. Ian explains why it is more common for men to have vivid dreams and walks us through the top 5 most common dreams. Ian then bre...

Dec 15, 20211 hr 12 minEp. 357

E356 Bachelorette Recap With Rod Thill

We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with TikToker, Rod Thill. On this Recap, we start by grieving Joe going home and trying to figure out who may be the winner after this bombshell. We talk some Bachelor Nation Hot Goss and how Kaitlyn directly responded to a podcaster about how Tayshia planned her walkout during the Men Tell All. We then talk about how the order of Fantasy Suite picks may impact who goes home next, that Nayte may end up being the winner, and how Michelle seems like s...

Dec 15, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 356

E355 Ask Nick - Exposure Therapy for Dating

Today on another Ask Nick, we start with our first caller who struggles when her boyfriend refuses to get vaccinated even though she and her family have and it has turned into a deeper issue than she originally thought it was. We then unpack whether his reluctance bleeds into other aspects of their relationship, where he places his needs above anyone else. Our next caller deals with a long dry spell after a breakup where they're having trouble re-engaging with hook-up culture and finding people ...

Dec 13, 20211 hr 25 minEp. 355

E354 Tefi Pessoa - Not Living In Absolutes

Today we are joined by media presenter and TikToker, Tefi Pessoa. You'll know her from her YouTube talk show Tefi, or from her TikTok content @hellotefi. On this episode we talk about building confidence after having issues with body positivity before, realizing that selfish people are the ones often accusing others, and how men like to complicate relationships. We then talk about not committing to never cheating again, how Catholic guilt lives with you as an adult, and bad habits that are hard ...

Dec 08, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 354

E353 Bachelorette Recap With Emma Gray

We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with Emma Gray, Editor at Huffpost and Co-Host of the #LoveToSeeIt Podcast. On this Recap, we start off by diving back into the Hot Goss that's circulating around Bach Nation. We first talk about whether or not Katie's recent posts are inconsiderate and how self-aware she is if she's feeding into the drama. We then dive into the "Men Tell All" where we break down who of the contestants are acting or if this level of emotion actually came out. After,...

Dec 08, 20211 hr 27 minEp. 353

E352 Ask Nick - You Deserve a Great Orgasm

Today on Ask Nick we continue to dive into the wild world of situationships. We start with our first caller who struggles when she feels that her boyfriend is putting his cats above her. After getting allergy shots to make it work, she asks if this might just be highlighting larger compatibility issues. Our next caller asks for help after being stuck in the middle of a sticky situation when at a party, a husband cheats on their wife with one of the caller's friends. Now this entire friend group ...

Dec 06, 20211 hr 30 minEp. 352

E351 Charly Jordan - Trusting Your Gut

Today we are joined by model, entrepreneur, DJ, and social media star, Charly Jordan. On this episode we dive into talking about being big on social media before there were social media platforms, how Los Angeles is a city that promotes competitive grinding, and authenticity versus fake connections. We also talk about navigating the DJ world as a woman, how having a large following can be different from being famous, and knowing when to trust your gut even if it means giving up an opportunity. "...

Dec 01, 20211 hr 32 minEp. 351

E350 Bachelorette Recap With Amanda Hirsch

We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with Amanda Hirsch, the creator of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. We kick things off with Bach hot goss, diving into drama between Tyler Cameron and Hannah Brown and wondering if he was setup for a paparazzi photo-op. We then talk about Blake's statement that Katie emotionally cheated and the drama with the picture Katie posted of her with John on the plane. Diving into the episode, we talk hometowns and whether connecting with the family has a...

Dec 01, 20211 hr 22 minEp. 350
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