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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

E690 Ask Nick - Teachers Gone Wild / My Cheating Past

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who plans to get married, but her future brother-in-law refuses to attend the ceremony because it’s not in a church. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller hasn’t told her fiance that her last divorce was due to her own infidelity. She shares her guilt and is afraid he’...

Jan 09, 20242 hr 51 minEp. 690

E689 Going Deeper with Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ryan Anderson - “I Have a Voice Now”

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we have two very special guests - Gypsy Rose Blanchard and her husband Ryan Anderson - for their first ever podcast appearance. We start out speaking with Gypsy about her relationship with her mother, what led up to her murder, what life in prison was like, and how she’s been feeling awaiting her parole. Then, Ryan joins us in the studio to talk about their relationship, their re-do wedding, and personal and professional goals they hav...

Jan 08, 20242 hr 48 minEp. 689

E688 Going Deeper with Katie Maloney and Dayna Kathan - Disrespectfully, Hickeys, and RHOSLC Recap

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, we have to break down the recent drama on Real Housewives of Salt Lake City - from Monica to Heather and everything that is revealed about the Instagram troll account. Then today we are joined by Katie Maloney and Dayna Kathan to talk about their new podcast Disrespectfully! We also dive into their dating life, a recent party that created some drama, and Vanderpump Rules Season 11 tea and predictions. Finally, we have a ...

Jan 04, 20242 hr 19 minEp. 688

E687 Reality Recap - Gypsy Rose Released, Airport Meltdowns, and Housewives Only Fans with Ciara Robinson

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Ciara Robinson to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about a viral video of two men getting delayed at the airport and needing to get home “for the girls.” Then, we talk about Gypsy Rose being released from prison and what we hope to see from her in her new chapter of life. Then, we talk about Housewives rumors, feuds, and Only Fans accounts. We then get the breaking news of Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abas...

Jan 03, 20242 hr 35 minEp. 687

E686 Ask Nick - His “Freedom,” Our Crying Child

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who’s ex-boyfriend, now situationship, introduces her to all of his family, but keeps putting their relationship on pause when things start getting serious. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller’s boyfriend will stay out longer when he’s by himself than when they go ou...

Jan 02, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 686

E685 Ask Nick Updates Special Episode - Part 15

Welcome back to The Viall Files! Today we have another special “where are they now” update show where we give you updates from our past callers to see what’s happened in their situations and relationships since appearing on the show. We bring on our first caller who had originally called in about a guy friend who was getting a little too close to be ‘just friends.’ Our caller sent a text, and we find out on this call whether he's gay or just friendly. Our second caller first called in because sh...

Dec 29, 20232 hr 1 minEp. 685

E684 Ask Nick - Bl*wjobs and Santa

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who’s wondering if she should confront the guy she’s dating over following a ton of naked girls. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller’s landlord is cheating on her girlfriend, and our caller is wondering if she should tell her. For context, the landlord’s previous rel...

Dec 26, 20232 hr 57 minEp. 684

E683 Going Deeper with Rachel Lindsay - Taylor & Travis Tea, Backstage Bravocon, and Housewives Hot Takes

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, Nick got some insider information on Taylor and Travis - did Travis ask Scott for his blessing? Did he buy her a 100k ring? Did he throw her a no-expense-spared birthday party? Then today, we are joined by Rachel Lindsay to talk about her decision to leave Extra, her marriage with Bryan, how 2023 has treated her and what she’s looking forward to in 2024. We also dive into various Housewives franchises and get some inside...

Dec 21, 20232 hr 37 minEp. 683

E682 Reality Recap - Vanderpump Cheaters, Housewives DMs and Parenting Advice with Josh and Paige Peck

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Josh and Paige Peck to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about Vanderpump Rules and Josh’s friendship with Kristen Doute. We evaluate Scandoval and why it had such an impact on the cast and the nation as a whole. We also talk to Josh and Paige about their relationship and parenting advice they want to impart on Nick and Natalie. What are the pros and cons of showing your children on social media, and wo...

Dec 19, 20232 hr 6 minEp. 682

E681 Ask Nick with Lewis Howes - She Slept With My Roommate

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! And this is a special one… Lewis Howes, the OG Podcaster, joins the household in answering your burning questions. Dating, relationships, exes… All of it. Before getting to our callers, we dive deep into Lewis’ journey from living in New York, moving to LA for a girl, healing through therapy, and conquering 10 years of podcasting. We then get to our callers. Our first caller’s friend is a ‘straight’ man who drives hours to sta...

Dec 18, 20233 hr 12 minEp. 681

E680 Going Deeper with Justin Sylvester - RHOBH Dinner Parties, Richards Sisters, and VPR Love Triangles

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today, we are joined by E News’ Justin Sylvester to talk about his time working for Kyle Richards and being on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, including the infamous dinner party. We also watch the Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Trailer and discuss our predictions. Then, we have a Sweating The Wedding caller whose fiance recently ended their engagement, and she isn’t sure if she should try to save it. Finally, we discuss Kat and John Henry’s b...

Dec 14, 20232 hr 5 minEp. 680

E679 Reality Recap - Taylor vs. Kim, BIP Finale, Matt Rife, and VPR Season 11 with Charli Burnett

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Charli Burnett to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about Nick’s upcoming Bachelor Party and Natalie’s pregnancy. Then, we talk about the Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian feud, comparing how Taylor currently feels and what Kim said four years ago. Then, we talk about the Bachelor in Paradise finale and the recent break up between Kylee and Aven over multiple infidelities. Next, we touch on Matt Rife’s re...

Dec 12, 20232 hr 51 minEp. 679

E678 Ask Nick - My Husband Loves Deer More Than Me

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who recently had a gender reveal/surprise wedding, only to have her husband party the night away and not come to bed with her. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller’s husband would rather spend time with deer than her. She’s only seen him twice in the last month, and i...

Dec 11, 20232 hrEp. 678

E677 Going Deeper with Crystal Kung Minkoff Plus Taylor on TIME, RHOSLC, and TJ and Amy’s Exes in Love

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! First, the household gets together to discuss some recent headlines and experiences - like Natalie and Nick’s sleep habits during her pregnancy, Taylor Swift being TIME’s person of the year, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and TJ and Amy’s exes falling in love. Then, we are joined by The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Crystal Kung Minkoff to talk about her time on the show, the infamous dinner party and if Denise was as intoxicated as ...

Dec 07, 20233 hr 37 minEp. 677

E676 Reality Recap - Meeting the Biebers, Golden Bach, Squid Game, RHOBH with Madeleine Byrne & Phalisia

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Madeleine Byrne to talk about all things reality TV. First, Nick and Natalie talk about hanging out with Justin Bieber at a holiday party, and what he had to say about Nick’s outfit and scruff. Then, we talk about the Golden Bachelor finale and Gerry’s Hollywood Reporter article. Next, we touch on this week’s episode of Bachelor in Paradise and Blake’s goodbye. We also discuss Squid Game: The Challenge and are joined ...

Dec 05, 20232 hr 33 minEp. 676

E675 Ask Nick - My Boyfriend Won’t Go Down On Me

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, We then get to our callers. Our first caller has feelings for a friend who’s currently in a relationship, plus she’s not sure if she’s even into women. This friend often flirts with our caller, to the point where their other friends have noticed as well, and vents about her rocky relationship. She’s unsure wh...

Dec 04, 20232 hr 42 minEp. 675

E674 Ask Nick Updates Special Episode - Part 14

Welcome back to The Viall Files! Today we have another special “where are they now” update show where we give you updates from our past callers to see what’s happened in their situations and relationships since appearing on the show. We bring on our first caller, the infamous “Debbie,” who had originally called in regarding a strange text from a romantic interest, but has since started to date women and found herself pursuing drama instead of good partners. When we left off with her, she had beg...

Dec 01, 20232 hrEp. 674

E673 Going Deeper with Olivia Flowers Plus Special Forces, Kathy Hilton’s Party, and American Royalty

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! First, the household gets together to discuss some recent headlines and experiences - like the finale episode of Special Forces, Squid Game: The Challenge, Nick and Natalie attending Kathy Hilton’s holiday party, and why Nick still believes Taylor and Travis are the new Harry and Meghan. Then, we are joined by Southern Charm’s Olivia Flowers to talk about her family since the tragic passing of her brother, her relationships with Austen and T...

Nov 30, 20232 hr 26 minEp. 673

E672 Reality Recap - Special Forces, Squid Game: The Challenge, and Housewives Tea with Casey Rose Wilson

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Casey Wilson to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about the Special Forces Finale and who was able to make it to the end. We also discuss Squid Game: The Challenge and what we think about the mother-son duo on the show and their very… close relationship. Then, we touch on the Golden Bachelor and what we’ve thought about the season so far. After that, we talk about how the hosts of The View have their do...

Nov 28, 20231 hr 29 minEp. 672

E671 Ask Nick - Should I End My Marriage?

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss disenfranchised men and whether or not there’s a divide between young men and women in modern dating? We then get to our callers. Our first caller is wondering whether a lot of little things add up to a non-negotiable, or is that Girl Math, because she’s considering ending her marriage. She’s not s...

Nov 27, 20232 hr 39 minEp. 671

E670 Reality Recap - Mama Swift & Mama Kelce, Housewives Drama, Golden Bachelor and BIP with Susie Evans

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Susie Evans to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about Susie’s busy life in LA, friendships, and romantic relationships. We also touch on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, Black Friday shopping, and the Swifts and Kelces meeting this weekend. Then, we discuss Golden Bachelor and if we think Gerry is going to end up with Leslie or Theresa after their Fantasy Suite dat...

Nov 21, 20231 hr 29 minEp. 670

E669 Ask Nick - I Need to Stop a Wedding in 2 Weeks

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss whether or not Nick and Natalie would/should have a choreographed first dance at their wedding, and what their first song will be. We also read a submission from someone who is wondering if it’s bad to never fight in relationships. We then get to our callers. Our first caller recently broke off her...

Nov 20, 20232 hr 57 minEp. 669

E668 Going Deeper with Aly & AJ Plus Special Forces Death Letters, Mysterious Murders, and RHOBH

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! First, the household gets together to discuss some recent experiences - like this week’s episode of Special Forces, a nearby mysterious murder, and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Then, we are joined by sisters, actresses, and musical duo Aly & AJ. We talk about pursuing a career in entertainment at a young age, what it was like being a part of The Disney Channel, and their experiences acting and producing music. We also ask about what wor...

Nov 16, 20232 hr 8 minEp. 668

E667 Reality Recap - Traylor in Argentina, Mahomes for Skims, Golden Bachelor and BIP with Wells Adams

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Wells Adams to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about Travis going to Taylor’s show in Argentina, the Mahomes family posing for Skims, and Wells’ No Bad Edits Theory. Then, we discuss Bachelor in Paradise and what Wells thinks about the couples on the beach, Becca’s sudden exit, and Aaron’s ex spreading rumors. Finally, we discuss the Golden Bachelor Women Tell All and Faith’s emotional exit. “Why are ...

Nov 14, 20231 hr 23 minEp. 667

E666 Ask Nick - My Gay BFF Is in Love With Me

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we check-in with Ali, who just moved back home to Minnesota. We also read a submission from a writer-iner who is married, but has a crush on her coworker. She’s been lacking a spark with her husband, and wants to know if there is any harm in an innocent crush to fill that void. We then get to our callers. Our...

Nov 13, 20232 hr 45 minEp. 666

E665 Going Deeper with Lindsay Hubbard (Not a 1950s Housewife) Plus Bravocon and Flying Air Canada

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! First, the household gets together to discuss some recent experiences - like flying Air Canada - and recent pop culture headlines like Special Forces and Bravocon. Then, we are joined by Summer House’s Lindsay Hubbard to talk about her devastating breakup with Carl Radke. We walk through their relationship - from friends to fiancés - and what led up to their on-camera breakup. Who knew before? Who helped her overcome the heartache? And who i...

Nov 08, 20232 hr 18 minEp. 665

E664 Reality Recap - Catfish, Baby Names, Golden Bachelor and BIP with Kamie Crawford

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Kamie Crawford to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk Catfish and the human connections behind the lies and the bizarre true story of a girlfriend who poisoned her boyfriend after he inherited $30 million. Natalie also shares the baby name her late grandmother suggested to the expecting couple. Then, we discuss the Golden Bachelor and who we think will receive the second rose. Finally, we discuss Bachelor...

Nov 07, 20231 hr 27 minEp. 664

E663 Ask Nick - Should We Get Married for a Visa?

Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss jobs we missed out on and a restaurant’s policy on charging a surcharge for “bad parenting.” We also read a submission from a writer-iner who asked a friend to be a flower girl in her wedding. She’s having a small wedding party, and wanted to include her work friend and thought this would be a nice...

Nov 06, 20232 hr 13 minEp. 663

E662 Going Deeper with April Kirkwood - Dating Gerry Turner and Frankie Valli Plus Travis Kelce’s PR Fail

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! First, the household gets together to discuss some recent pop culture headlines - like Taylor and Travis spending Halloween together, Selena being uncertain about their public romance, and Travis’ publicist posting a photo of Taylor with a clown emoji covering her face. Then, we are joined by Golden Bachelor’s April Kirkwood to talk about her time on the show, why she and Gerry didn’t work, and advice she has for younger women and daters. We...

Nov 02, 20231 hr 27 minEp. 662

E661 Reality Recap - Britney’s Memoir, Leo’s Boxers, Golden Bachelor and BIP with Bryan The Diamond

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Bryan The Diamond to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about current pop headlines like Britney Spears’ memoir and Matthew Perry’s passing. Then, we discuss the Golden Bachelor and who we think Gerry’s final rose pick is. Finally, we discuss Bachelor in Paradise and switching to Team Kat after her depressing birthday in Paradise. “Go sing happy birthday to her, she’s crying on the couch!” Start your 7 D...

Oct 31, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 661