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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!

Episodes

E838 Ask Nick - My Best Friend Is A Klepto… HELP

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! This week, we get straight into our callers. Our first caller wants to tell her mom she doesn’t want her staying with her after she has a baby. Our second caller is having trust issues with her best friend and is wondering if she can repair the friendship. And, our third caller’s friend stole from her and isn’t sure how to handle the situation. “I don’t want to pry, but I don’t want you to lie to me.” Listen to Humble Brag wit...

Nov 11, 20242 hr 34 minEp. 838

E837 - Nobody Wants This w/ Jackie Tohn, RHONY, Vasectomies, and Tom Brady’s Instagram

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Jackie Tohn is here to talk about her new hit show Nobody Wants This and contrary to the title, everybody will want to listen! Also, we get into RHONY, Golden Bachelorette, Tom Brady posting like a teenage girl, Gypsy Rose’s paternity test, and Vibe Football. “It’s very hard to make me uncomfortable.” OUT NOW! Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff. Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube: https://www.youtub...

Nov 07, 20242 hr 56 minEp. 837

E836 - Going Deeper with Love Is Blind’s Ashley

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper, with Love Is Blind’s Ashley Adionser-Francis! Season 7 of Netflix’s Love Is Blind just wrapped, and there’s so much more to address! How are Tyler and Ashley doing? How was the reunion? And what's the real truth regarding the kids? Ashley addresses it all. “For the fake TikTok journalist… While they chase trends, I hold the truth.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherev...

Nov 06, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 836

E835 - Love is Blind Reunion w/ Ramses, RHOC w/ Emily D Baker, RHOSLC, and Ryan Reynolds v. Martha Stewart

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! The finale for Bravo’s RHOC aired last night, and boy was it JUICY! Emily D Baker joins us to discuss Ryan’s legal mess, Jenn Pedranti’s reality if she marries him, and Tamra Judged being served. In addition, Love is Blind’s Ramses joins to discuss the reunion, clear the air with his edit, and shed light into his relationship with Marissa now. Meanwhile, we recap RHOSLC, Margot Robbie’s new child, and Ryan Reynolds feuding with Martha Stewart. “Mar...

Nov 05, 20243 hr 30 minEp. 835

E834 Ask Nick - I Blocked My Best Friend

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! This week, we get straight into our callers. Our first caller’s husband cheated on her five years ago, but she forgave him. Our second caller’s girlfriend’s sister hates her. And, our third caller blocked her best friend because they wanted her to pay for their car repair. “I’m looking for redirection, I want to forgive.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Ava...

Nov 04, 20242 hr 55 minEp. 834

E833 - Shannon Beador, DWTS w/ Danny Amendola and Witney Carson, Golden Bachelorette & RHONY

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! The household is full today, as Shannon Beador is here to tell her side of the story and spill the tea on this season of RHOC, Alexis Belino, Tamra Judge, Heather Dubrow... all of it! Meanwhile, Danny Amendola and Witney Carson chat about Dancing With the Stars and join us for an extra special Vibes vs Stats segment. Also, we talk about RHONY (we’re… clueless?), and Golden Bachelorette. “How many minutes go by every morning when you wake up with Jo...

Oct 31, 20242 hr 7 minEp. 833

E832 - Going Deeper with Jaleel White

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper, with Jaleel White! This week, the household isn’t the only family that matters, as we welcome Steve Urkel himself, Jaleel White to the studio! (Spoiler alert: he did in fact do that, but he’s also done so much more). We talk to Jaleel about his new book, experience as a child actor, Stefan, and how he’s met everyone but Madonna. Plus, a caller joins to get some absolutely incredible advice! “Behind the scenes there were a lot of ways in which I was ...

Oct 30, 20242 hr 38 minEp. 832

E831 - DWTS w/ Chandler Kinney, Love Is Blind w/ Nina Parker, RHOSLC, RHOC, and the new Trailer for RHOBH

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! The household is full today, as Nina Parker from E! joins us to talk Love is Blind and Chandler Kinney spills the tea regarding her time on Dancing With the Stars! We may be pretty, but none of us are liars! Meanwhile, we recap RHOSLC’s Lisa Barlow vs UpandAdam, RHOC’s Shannon Beador vs Tamra Judge, as well as the new Menendez Brothers petition. “You know who’s real messy, Lisa Barlow.” OUT NOW! Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal...

Oct 29, 20243 hr 34 minEp. 831

E830 Ask Nick - Am I The Crazy Ex?

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode getting rid of the Sunday scaries and learning about “cobwebbing”. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller is wasting her last year of college on a situationship. Our second caller is worried she’s becoming the crazy ex. And, our third caller’s boyfriend likes his stuffed animal sloths more than her. “I have been sending him text messages non-stop.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Cr...

Oct 28, 20242 hr 35 minEp. 830

E829 - Love Is Blind Finale w/ Micah Lussier, Golden Bachelorette, RHONY, Vanderpump Rules & Skibidi Toilet

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Love Is Blind’s Season Finale aired yesterday, and we’re so excited to talk about it… and who better to invite over than Season 4’s Micah Lussier! We jump into everything, including Mormon Wives’ Taylor Frankie Paul and Jenn Affleck, Kim Kardashian’s Skibidi Toilet necklace, Brynn Whitfield fighting with Ubah Hassan, as well as Golden Bach’s Joan Vassos during Hometowns. “Grown men shouldn't wear shorts.” OUT NOW! Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia...

Oct 24, 20242 hr 45 minEp. 829

E828 - Going Deeper with Joan Vassos

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper, with Joan Vassos! This week we welcome everyone’s favorite Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos! We get the inside scoop on all things Chock, Joan’s advice to young people dating, and her time working at Pizza Hut. Meanwhile, grab your tissues, because Joan goes deep into her relationship with her daughter, her late husband, and dealing with heartbreak. Plus, a caller joins to get advice! “I felt like I lost my future.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthi...

Oct 23, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 828

E827 - Love Is Blind’s Marissa - Liam Payne, RHOC, RHOSLC, Raquel Stops Going Rogue, and Ozempic

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! The season finale of Netflix’s Love Is Blind is airing this Wednesday, and boy are we excited! Marissa joins to dish out all things Ramses, their relationship, and Hannah breaking up with Nick D. Before Love Is Blind, we jump into Project Runway being renewed, Raquel Leviss canceling her podcast, Jen Pedranti confronting Tamra Judge, Bronwyn Newport’s family history, Britani Bateman vs Jared Osmond, and Alexis Bellino’s texts. “This is unhinged beh...

Oct 22, 20242 hr 57 minEp. 827

E826 Ask Nick - My Boyfriend’s Addicted To Fast Food

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with a deep dive into cuffing season. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller has found her person, but might not be ready yet. Our second caller’s ex boyfriend won’t stop reaching out. And, our third caller’s boyfriend doesn’t take care of himself. “Neither of you were actually interested in being platonic friends.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday s...

Oct 21, 20242 hr 52 minEp. 826

E825 - Golden Bach’s Charles, Humble Brag w/ Crystal & Cynthia, RHONY, Love is Blind, & VS Fashion Show

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! This week we welcome the love of everyone’s life, Charles Ling to give us the scoop on the Golden Bachelorette. Meanwhile, Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff spill tea on housewives and tell us all about their new podcast Humble Brag! Also, we talk football vibes (still vibing), Victoria's Secret fashion show (good now!), Love is Blind (facts), and RHONY (no pigeons harmed). “I was told by the girls that this is Kyle’s show.” Listen to Humble ...

Oct 17, 20242 hr 12 minEp. 825

E824 Going Deeper with Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ken

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Welcome back Gypsy Rose Blanchard… this time with her boyfriend Ken Urker! We get an update from Gypsy on her life, now nine months out of prison. A lot has happened: breakups, pregnancies, a lifetime show, Gypsy deleting her instagram with 8 million followers. She’s been busy. Later, a caller joins us because she had a baby with her best friend who’s now her ex. “I’m taking the steps to make sure that I’m mentally stable enough to be a pare...

Oct 16, 20242 hr 45 minEp. 824

E823 - Love Is Blind’s Hannah, Joel Kim Booster Apology, RHOC, RHOSLC, and Tesla Robots

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Huge news… Leah is back! We missed her! And just in time, because this week, we welcome Netflix’s Love is Blind’s Hannah to talk about all things post-pod. Meanwhile, we chat with Jillian Turecki about her new book. Also, we get into the newest restraining order rocking ABC’s Bachelor Nation, Joel Kim Booster’s apology to Shannon, RHOC, RHOSLC, and Tesla robots. “I love a cave” - Leah Donate to Hurricane Relief HERE: https://samaritanspurse.org/art...

Oct 15, 20242 hr 2 minEp. 823

E822 Ask Nick - My Broke, Boring Boyfriend

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with a deep dive into new dating trends. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller’s husband wants her to quit her adult job. Our second caller is struggling to date as a digital nomad. And, our third caller’s boyfriend doesn’t make enough money to have fun. “Pandora’s box opened, and I love it.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sur...

Oct 14, 20243 hr 42 minEp. 822

E821 - Love Is Blind Monica Returns w/ Jutes, Golden Bach’s Keith, RHONY, Love Island Arrest & BrettTok

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Monica returns! We get the full scoop on Stephen, Tyler, Ramses, Nick, Hannah, and absolutely everything Love is Blind. Jutes chimes in as well – also talking about his relationship with Demi Lovato. And, Keith stops by to chat about the Golden Bachelorette. “What did you make of Tyler having three kids?” Donate to Hurricane Relief HERE: https://samaritanspurse.org/article/pray-for-those-in-hurricane-miltons-path/?utm_source=Ggl&utm_medium=cpc&utm_...

Oct 10, 20242 hr 26 minEp. 821

E820 - Joey and Kelsey Return, Monica from Love is Blind, RHOSLC, RHOC, and Ugly Halloween Costumes

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap, and boy is the household packed today! ABC’s The Bachelor Joey Graziadei and Kesley Anderson join to talk Dancing With The Stars, Golden Bachelorette, and love outside of the show. Further, Monica from Netflix’s Love is Blind joins to shed light on her relationship and the rest of the couples! Also, we jump into all things reality tv: Kourtney Kardashian’s Halloween decor, Meredith Marks starting rumors, Jennifer Pedranti Clapping back at Tamra Jud...

Oct 08, 20243 hr 10 minEp. 820

E819 Ask Nick - He Has A Restraining Order

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with the age old question: do filters affect your chances on dating apps? Then we get to our callers… Our first caller is dating someone famous while living at home. Our second caller just found out her boyfriend has a restraining order against him. And, our third caller asks for advice on dating with a disability. “That should tell you something, he doesn't deserve the benefit of the doubt.” Start you...

Oct 07, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 819

E818 - Love is Blind w/ Tyler, Country Star Nate Smith, RHONY Returns, Golden Bach, & Crumbl Cookie Scam

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! And boy is it a packed one! Netflix’s Love is Blind is back, and Tyler joins to shed light on his experience and the eligible shingles of Washington, DC! Meanwhile, country music star Nate Smith joins to promos his new album. And, we recap Sydney’s Crumbl Cookie Scandal, Detroit’s Bridgerton Ball Scam, the Real Housewives of New York’s return, and ABC’s Golden Bachelorette. “What? We just imported them from Crumbl USA!” ALSO… Buy our exclusive “The...

Oct 03, 20243 hr 32 minEp. 818

E817 - RHOC’s Gina Kirschenheiter, Shannon vs Joel Kim Booster, Nick’s Birthday Weekend, and Ellen Returns

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Bravo’s Gina Kirschenheiter joins us to give her perspective on the season… pre-reunion! How's her relationship? Is Shannon Beador in the wrong? And where does she stand with Emily Simpson? We dive into it all, including Chappel Roan pulling out of the All Things Go Festival, Ellen DeGenerous returning to the spotlight, Angie Katsanevas clapping back at Lisa Barlow, and Justin’s drama with Sally Beauty Supply. “There are a few things that literally...

Oct 01, 20242 hr 8 minEp. 817

E816 Ask Nick - My Boyfriend Keeps Me Private

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with a deep analysis of “dating emojis.” Then we get to our callers… Our first caller has complicated feelings about calling off an engagement to her DJ boyfriend. Our second caller hates her boyfriend's new friends. And, our third caller’s boyfriend won’t post her on any social media platforms. “You're in a relationship with a guy who’s unable to make you comfortable and secure.” Start your 7 Day Free...

Sep 30, 20242 hr 31 minEp. 816

E815 - Diddy Updates w/ Elizabeth Wagmeister, Selling Sunset w/ Mary Bonnet, RHOSLC, & Golden Bachelorette

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! We receive a breakdown of the Diddy case from CNN’s own Elizabeth Wagmeister, who also gives us opinions on the Golden Bachelorette. Meanwhile, Mary Bonnet Sells Sunset and Sunshine while talking about her new book. Also, RHOSLC (a Costco hard-launch?), Anna Delveys’ last dance, and Justin’s Dada history lesson. “Not one star has come to his defense” ALSO… Buy our exclusive “The Podcast” merch: https://viallfiles.myshopify.com Start your 7 Day Free...

Sep 26, 20242 hr 14 minEp. 815

Whitney Rose’s “The Podcast”

Welcome back to The Viall Files! Today, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’s Whitney Rose joins us to talk about last season’s fallout. Who is she friends with? Who’s gonna be the new villain? Where does she go from here? With the season 5 premiere, we’ve seen the immediate fallout of our episode on the show. Who was in the right? Is this simply Whitney’s perspective on healing? And is Lisa Barlow self absorbed? You decide. “Lisa’s always been the villain!” ALSO… Buy our exclusive “The Podcas...

Sep 25, 20242 hr 33 min

E814 - Golden Bachelorette’s Jack & the Legal Breakdown of Diddy, Devin, and Shannon w/ Emily D Baker

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Court is in session as Emily D Baker joins us to dissect the legalities of Sean Diddy Combs, ABC’s Devin Strader, and RHOC’s Shannon Beador. In other words, the Reality Reckoning continues. Meanwhile, our fan-favorite Jack Lencioni from Joan Vasos’s season of the Golden Bachelorette graces the household with his smile and experience joining the show! “That will not be liked by a jury if it goes to trial” ALSO… Buy our exclusive “The Podcast” merch:...

Sep 24, 20242 hr 46 minEp. 814

E813 Ask Nick - Cheated on While Pregnant

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with another reading of Nick’s Grandparent’s physical love letters. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller was cheated on while carrying their child, and her husband is blaming her weight gain. Our second caller’s friend told her things about the man she’s talking to, but is afraid to confront him. And, our third caller is dating in her 30’s but still fears rejection. “He seems to be honest about...

Sep 23, 20242 hr 6 minEp. 813

E812 - “The Podcast” - RHOSLC Returns, Golden Bachelorette Premiere, NYFW, and Cursing Around Babies

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Our shall we say… “The Podcast” Bravo’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City just aired last night, and we are OBSESSED. We talk about it all: Lisa v Whitney, Angie K’s scroll, Mary M Cosby’s costumes, and the new wives. Meanwhile, last night was also the premiere of ABC's Golden Bachelorette and we are in love with Joan Vassos’ men. “You wanna see the healed Nick, ok it's time for Golden Bachelorette.” ALSO… Buy our exclusive “The Podcast” merch: htt...

Sep 19, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 812

E811 - Going Deeper w/ JoJo (Joanna Levesque)

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper, with Joanna Levesque, formerly known as Jojo! You all know her, we all love her! Jojo is thriving with her music, new memoir, and appearance in Broadway’s Moulin Rouge… joining us for a tell all! What is she doing now? How was it being a childhood star? And how is it finding love? “I'm better at being honest about how I feel, than trying to be cool” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make ...

Sep 18, 20242 hr 30 minEp. 811

E810 - The Golden Bachelorette Cast, VMAs, RHOC, Selling Sunsets, and Mosquito Airlines

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! This week we’re amping up for the premiere of ABC’s Golden Bachelorette and Bravo’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. But before we get there, we dive into our pop topics: Chapell Roan at the VMAs, Jack Antanoff’s earbuds, Justin Timberlake’s public apology, Mosquito swarms on a Volaris flight, and Shannon Beador’s current sitch on the RHOC. “We’re not cursing anymore?” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supporti...

Sep 17, 20241 hr 24 minEp. 810