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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

E1148 - Love Island's Gabriel, Amanda's A Hoarder? PLUS How Millionaires Raise Their Kids

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Love Island USA's Gabriel joins us to address being labeled "lustful," his relationships with Bea and Jen, and everything going down in Casa Amor. Plus, Million Dollar Nannies creators Andrea and Michelle take us behind the scenes of Ibiza's elite families, outrageous childcare requests, and what's next for The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We also break down Trinity and Bryce, Kayda and Zach, Sincere and Melanie, Dorit's Father's Day attack on PK,...

Jun 25, 20261 hr 24 minEp. 1148

E1147 - Dr. Terry Dubrow Talks Clavicular, AI & GLP-1s PLUS Casa Amor

Welcome back to a very special episode of The Viall Files! Dr. Terry Dubrow joins us to talk about GLP-1s, AI, longevity, Clavicular, looksmaxxing, and the internet's latest beauty and wellness obsessions. Plus, we break down all the latest Love Island USA drama, including Aniya and KC, Bryce and Trinity, Sincere's Casa Amor behavior, and the bombshell whose girlfriend discovered he was on the show with the rest of America. You won't want to miss it :) "There are a lot of surreal moments…" Nick ...

Jun 24, 20261 hr 15 minEp. 1147

E1146 - Andrea & Lexi's Scamanda Tea, Love Island Takes w Jimmy Sotos, RHORI Reunion, Million Dollar Nannies

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Love Island season continues to serve mess and realness, and to help us break it all down, the one and only b-ball player extraordinaire, Jimmy Sotos returns to the show! Meanwhile, Andrea and Lexi from In The City stop by to share all the BTS of the inaugural season, as well as any tea they have on West and Amanda… you won't want to miss THAT. Plus, we get into the RHORI reunion (Rulla's nose) and new show Million Dollar Nannies. Happy Fathers day...

Jun 23, 20262 hr 5 min

E1145 Ask Nick - Should We Marry For His Green Card?

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! On this episode of Ask Nick, our first caller is weighing a big decision regarding marrying her boyfriend. Then, our second caller discovers shocking texts on her ex-boyfriend's phone but still can't decide whether to take him back. Finally, wedding drama erupts when our third caller considers uninviting her fiancé's sister from the big day. Subscribe for more dating advice, relationship drama, and unfiltered Ask Nick calls every week. "Choose t...

Jun 22, 20261 hr 45 minEp. 1145

E1144 - Beatriz Talks CRAZY Love Island Drama, The Summer House Bonus Episode Breakdown

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! So… that Summer House bonus episode was… certainly filled with a lot of words! Any of them true? We'll get to it. Before that discussion, however, the one and only Beatriz stops by to get into EVERYTHING Love Island USA Season 8. How was her time at the villa? What's up with Melanie and Sincere? Does she know she's beloved? All that, and more! "You know what? He knows where to find me." Nick is on Substack! Subscribe here: https://nickviall.substac...

Jun 18, 20261 hr 15 minEp. 1144

E1143 - Love Island USA w/ Kaylor Martin. West Wilson FIRED? And Rhode Island's Dramatic Finale

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Wait… did you see the news? Is West Wilson NOT returning for next season of Summer House?! We get into all of your Pop Culture updates. From Lindsay Hubbard getting activated on Threads, Tyra Banks suing Netflix, Jessi Draper staging Paparazzi photos, to The Real Housewives of Rhode Island… And of course, everything regarding Love Island USA! "If you feel you need to test it, it probably wasn't that strong in the first place." Nick is on Substack! ...

Jun 16, 20261 hr 55 minEp. 1143

E1142 - Ask Nick w/ Jess Vestal - My Mom is Dating A 25 Year Old

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller is seeking advice on reconciling with her father after 11 years. Our second caller is navigating a strained dynamic with her grieving mother, who is dating her younger brother's friend. And our third caller wants to support her husband as he pursues custody of his daughter. "Nick, I don't think I've ever heard you say, 'I don't know…'" Nick is on Substack! Subscribe here: https://nickviall.substack.com/subscribe ARE YOU A MESS B...

Jun 15, 20262 hr 44 min

E1141 - Love Island & Summer House Reunion Insanity! + JoAnna Garcia Swisher

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Thought Summer House was over?? You would be wrong. We get all the way into the bonus episode news, what's going on in Amanda's head, Kyle being Princess Diana, West's inability to use his words, and more! Meanwhile, we continue our Love Island USA coverage and discuss new bombshells Jen, Caleb and Sol, if Sincere is being Sincere, Melanie being misunderstood, KC and Aniya's dynamic and dating with a roster. Plus, actress JoAnna Garcia Swisher stop...

Jun 11, 20261 hr 55 min

E1140 - Going Deeper with Kelli Potter

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper edition! The Real Housewives of Atlanta is giving this season, and we're LOVING it! Kelli Potter joins us to talk about her journey from building Nana's Chicken & Waffles, rebuilding post divorce, and navigating her life in front of the cameras. All while raising four daughters. Whether you're here for the tea or for an inspiring conversation about reinvention, family, and ambition… Kelli's story is one you'll want to hear. "This new space in my ...

Jun 10, 20261 hrEp. 1140

E1139 - Love Island's First Crashout, BTS Conversations With Anna Peele, Calabasas Confidential With Jemma

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Early reports from Fiji have told us the villa is villa-ing and we are soooo excited to have THE preeminent Love Island journalist and author of Enter the Villa: The (Unauthorized) Reality Behind Love Island, Anna Peele join us to break down our first dumping (rip Sean, we hope you say hi to the mayor). Plus, we get into some Summer House drama, RHORI and more! Before that, however, Calabasas Confidential's Jemma stops by to make some BOLD claims a...

Jun 09, 20262 hr 8 minEp. 1139

E1138 - Ask Nick - My Boyfriend Blocked Me

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! Our first caller is struggling with her boyfriend refusing to post her on his social media. Our second caller wants to move in with her boyfriend, but he's avoiding the conversation. And, our third caller is worried about who's getting the dogs after getting dumped while signing a lease extension. "This discussion [with your boyfriend] is a tale as old as time." Nick is on Substack! Subscribe here: https://nickviall.substack.com/subscribe ARE YO...

Jun 08, 20261 hr 36 min

Pop Extra Preview - The Layers of Scamanda

What's going on, Household! Are you itching for more Summer House Reunion discussion? Well, you're in luck. In case you missed it, here's a snippet of what we discussed on Pop Extra last week. Listen to the full episode by subscribing to Viall Files +, via Supporting Cast. Sign up today at ViallFiles.com .

Jun 05, 20268 min

E1137 - Love Island USA and Summer House Reunion Part 2 w/ Hunter Harris & Jamie Lynn Sigler

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Prestige reality TV season is upon us once again! To celebrate, we're joined by Hunter Harris and Jamie Lynn Seigler to dive into the weeds of Part 2 of the Summer House Reunion / In The City AND the premiere of Love Island USA. Is West Kyle 2.0? Who is the hottest new single in the villa? What was Ciara's best read? What are everyone's thoughts on brunette Ariana Madix? All that, and more. This is must-see podcasting, baby. "Own it! Just say you'r...

Jun 04, 20261 hr 51 minEp. 1137

E1136 - Going Deeper with Amanda Frances and Eddie Tsivislavsky

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper edition! Today, we get into the questions that everyone has been asking… Is Amanda Frances returning to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills? What does Eddie think of her filming? What did Rihanna DM her? All that, and more. You won't want to miss it! "He chased me down the street in West Hollywood." Want ad free episodes and incredible bonus content? Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ HEY! YOU! D...

Jun 03, 20261 hr 31 min

E1135 - Taylor Ann Green Details Breakup, Anna Konkle Unpacks Summer House & Love Island New Cast

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! We are extremely delighted to be joined by the incredibly talented Anna Konkle to hear all about her book The Sane One, takes on Summer House drama, the new cast of Love Island USA, and thoughts on the hilarious Real Housewives of Rhode Island. Meanwhile, Taylor Ann Green returns to give us the update on her breakup, relationship with Shep, and potential future return to Southern Charm. "Cheers to hot people!" Nick is on Substack! Subscribe here: h...

Jun 02, 20261 hr 37 minEp. 1135

E1134 - Ask Nick - 30, Unmarried & Stressed Out

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! Our first caller is struggling to navigate her divorce. Our second caller texted her ex best friend happy birthday, and is wondering if she should repair the friendship. Meanwhile, our final caller is worried because she's unmarried and also 30. "We all want to be wanted." Nick is on Substack! Subscribe here: https://nickviall.substack.com/subscribe ARE YOU A MESS BECAUSE OF YOUR SITUATIONSHIP? OR JUST IN GENERAL? Email asknick@theviallfiles.com...

Jun 01, 20262 hr 4 minEp. 1134

E1133 - Summer House Reunion Part One INSANITY and Marissa Talks Perfect Match & Marriage

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Five words. Summer. House. Reunion. Part 1. We react to everything… Ciara's star quality, the side chicks, the ear stuff, the lack of any words besides those from West Wilson… Also, Amanda Batula? What are you doing, girl? We get into it. Meanwhile, we're joined by Marissa George to talk about Perfect Match and also the fact that she's MARRIED?! This episode is a banger you will NOT want to miss before you bury it all in the dirt :) "DIABOLICAL!" N...

May 28, 20261 hr 40 minEp. 1133

E1132 - Jimmy Sotos' Perfect Match Hot Takes, Jena Sims Masters Controversy, Rhode Island Drama & Malls

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Happy Memorial Day!!! We hope you're relaxing and ready for another incredible episode, because world renowned basketball player, tiktok cute, and Perfect Match star Jimmy Sotos is here to get into all the drama this season. Meanwhile, we catch up with Sports Illustrated model Jena Sims to talk about her controversial Masters outfits, her marriage with golfer Brooks Koepka, and walking in the upcoming Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show streami...

May 26, 20261 hr 49 min

E1131 - Ask Nick - My Parents Are Mean Girling My Fiance

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! Our first caller is getting married THIS weekend and doesn't want her parents to "mean-girl" her soon to be husband. Our second caller is wondering if it's a red flag that she's only friends with guys and her ex. Meanwhile, our final caller is facing her partner's past of dishonesty, and questioning whether his job is an excuse for a wandering eye. "You have to be open to things changing for the right guy." ARE YOU A MESS BECAUSE OF YOUR SITUATI...

May 25, 20262 hr 6 minEp. 1131

E1130 - Summer House Finale/In The City Premiere, DeMari Talks Perfect Match & Danny Darko Does Drag

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Well! The Summer House finale led us to the In The City premiere and we're so excited to talk to you guys about the best one two punch of reality tv episodes we've seen in a long time. West and Ciara and Amanda and Kyle?? The hugs, the tears, the Apres Ski, and New York City becoming a Bravo character once again?? We're sat. Also, DeMari stops by to talk about his time on Perfect Match AND we get into the most recent episode of The Valley (Danny in...

May 21, 20261 hr 57 min

E1129 - Ally Lewber and Alison from Perfect Match, Exploring Rulla and Brian, Kyle And Amanda's Photoshoot

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! It's Wednesday but we've got things to say! Joining us today are stars of Perfect Match, Ally Lewber and Alison Ogden. Hear all the tea about Jimmy P., Jimmy S., cuddling, and more! Meanwhile, we discuss extremely important events in the Bravosphere, mainly: this week's Real Housewives of Rhode Island episode and Kyle & Amanda's photoshoot for In The City. Can you take a picture with your ex? Can you wear moon boots as an adult? Is Rosie vs Kel...

May 20, 20261 hr 27 minEp. 1129

E1128 - Cynthia Bailey Breaks Down RHOA, Chris From Perfect Match, Selfish Fathers & James Charles Said WHAT

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Today, we're joined by the ICONIC Cynthia Bailey to get into the incredible new season of RHOA. Does Phaedra eat dead bodies? Is Pinky really vegan? We discuss. Later, Chris from Perfect Match stops by to get into his history with love bombing, returning to reality tv, and more! Plus, we cover James Charles' insane video to a former Spirit Airlines employee and Danny Darko on The Valley. You won't want to miss it! "He's like the Pennywise of the be...

May 19, 20262 hrEp. 1128

E1127 - Ask Nick - My Husband Won't Change Diapers

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! Our first caller cut a man off after 5 perfect dates and thinks that might have been a mistake. Our second caller's husband says cruel things to her on purpose, and she's debating leaving him. And, our third caller has a 40 year old married coworker that's hitting on her and wants advice on how to set a boundary without making it uncomfortable. "He should know better." ARE YOU A MESS BECAUSE OF YOUR SITUATIONSHIP? OR JUST IN GENERAL? Email askni...

May 18, 20261 hr 43 minEp. 1127

E1126 - Justin Sylvester's HOT Summer House And Housewives Takes & Divorce Attorney Breaks Down Dorit & PK

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Justin Sylvester is BACK in the studio to give us his takes on the West, Amanda and Ciara situation in Summer House, RHOBH, RHOA, and more! Plus, we welcome divorce attorney Jake O'Kane to break down the Dorit and PK lawsuit and overall vibes of the divorce. You won't want to miss it :) "That editor deserves a Nobel Peace Prize!" HEY! YOU! DO YOU NEED DATING AND RELATIONSHIP ADVICE? Email asknick@theviallfiles.com and be a part of future Ask Nick e...

May 14, 20261 hr 28 minEp. 1126

E1125 - RHORI's Rosie Reports The Drama, Did Jen Fessler & West Wilson Hook Up? & Dorit's Spending Problems

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Today, we welcome one of our newest favorite Housewives, Rosie DiMare from RHORI, to get into all the drama from the season, including, but not limited to: Kelsey's issues with her, her issues with Kelsey, Rulla's relationship drama and buying cheap wine. Plus, we get into some crazy Summer House drama… West and Jenn Fessler? Allegedly? We discuss. Also, Dorit is spending some MONEY, HONEY! And you bet we have some takes on THAT as well as the rest...

May 12, 20261 hr 41 minEp. 1125

E1124 - Ask Nick - He Wants To Meet Me In The Woods

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Ask Nick edition! Our first caller is stuck between two different men. Our second caller is 38 and in a situationship. And, our third caller's partner thinks her friend is treating her like her therapist "Hope this person doesn't kill me." ARE YOU A MESS BECAUSE OF YOUR SITUATIONSHIP? OR JUST IN GENERAL? Email asknick@theviallfiles.com with all your relationship questions and be a part of future Ask Nick episodes! Want ad free episodes and incredible bonus conten...

May 11, 20261 hr 21 min

E1123 - RHORI Breakdown w Liz, Amanda's Beach Lie, Dinner With Kyle & West's Seating Choices w Ben Mandelker

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! The Rhode Island era has arrived! Liz Mcgraw joins to break down the drama surrounding her Real Housewives of Rhode Island castmates and why the smallest state is already giving big TV. Plus, Ben Mandelker from Watch What Crappens stops by to recap the latest Summer House episode, including the West and Amanda of it all, Kyle's breakdown, why Amanda's hat looked like that, and why this scandal is working so well; as well as how RHORI stacks up agai...

May 07, 20261 hr 25 minEp. 1123

E1122 - Blake & Justin Settle, Jessi's Leaked DM's w/ Emily D Bake, Tom Schwartz Talks SH, Valley And Love!

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Wednesday edition! He's baaaaaack! Tom Schwartz drops in to give his thoughts on falling in love, Summer House drama, what to expect on this season of The Valley and more! Plus, Emily D Baker joins to give us all the updates on the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settlement and Jessi's leaked DMs with Dakota, as well as if MomTok will survive the departure of Whitney Leavitt. You won't want to miss it :) "Will Mom Tok survive?" HEY! YOU! DO YOU NEE...

May 06, 20261 hr 40 minEp. 1122

E1121 - Running Point w/ Jay Ellis, Boz Calls Out Andy, Dorit Loses Her Mind & Men Over Money

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Today, we're so excited to welcome Jay Ellis to the show to talk about the new season of Running Point on Netflix, how he got into entertainment, what it's like to work with Tom Cruise, and more! Later, bestie Lisa Treyger stops by to share all the TEA about her time with West Wilson on WHHL, meeting the Southern Hospitality cast, her thoughts on Rhode Island, and so so much more. You won't want to miss it :) "Man, I love all 360 degrees of you! Th...

May 05, 20261 hr 41 min
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