Welcome back to The Viall Files: Love is Blind and Vanderpump Edition! Today we are joined by actor and writer Johnny Lowe to get the behind-the-scenes scoop on his infamous Watch What Happens Live appearance with Tom Schwartz. We hear how he attempted to explain Scandoval to his father, how he feels about being a nepo baby, and what he thinks of the Love is Blind lawsuit. We then have a “Sweating the Wedding'' caller who is renewing her vows after leaving a religious cult - and she isn’t sure i...
Apr 25, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep 573•Transcript available on Metacast 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 debate if and when you should remove photos of your exes from social media, and what keeping them, deleting them, or un-archiving them means for a relationship. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller was in a situationship that ended after he confessed to cheating on m...
Apr 24, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Ep 572•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Love is Blind Edition! Today we are joined by Micah Lussier fresh off of filming the Love is Blind Season Four Reunion. Before Micah’s interview, we are joined by Natalie Joy to discuss the latest Vanderpump tea, break down the reunion, and listen to Micah’s thoughts on Paul’s TMZ interview and allegations. Then Micah joins us in the studio and answers all of our questions - from what she thought about Paul after seeing him the first time, to what made their rela...
Apr 20, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Ep 571•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Love is Blind Edition! Today we are joined by Marshall Glaze fresh off of filming the Love is Blind Season Four Reunion. What happened with Jackie behind closed doors, what did he know about her familial obligations and attractions to Josh, and what does he think of the marriages that came out of this season? We ask all of the hard hitting questions. We then offer advice to a listener who is interested in two guys in the same fraternity and needs to make a decisi...
Apr 18, 2023•2 hr 33 min•Ep 570•Transcript available on Metacast 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 talk about our favorite types of bread and what to do if you notice that someone you’re dating has updated their dating profile. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller is in an eight year relationship with her boyfriend, but knows that she’s a lesbian. She’s wondering ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep 569•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by friend of show Girlbosstown to talk about all things pop culture and Vanderpump Rules. Then, we are joined by Peter Madrigal to get his thoughts on Scandoval and what his relationship with Raquel was actually like. We then have our first “Sweatin’ the Wedding” caller who isn’t sure who to invite to a wedding as her plus one. Finally, we do a quick rapid fire round with Girlbosstown to hear her thoughts on recently sing...
Apr 13, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Ep 568•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Love is Blind Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Violet Benson to talk about Episode 9-11 of Season 4. Which couples will say yes at the altar, and who do we predict will say no? Nick pitches his idea for Love is Blind bachelor parties, and Violet shares each of the cast member’s zodiac signs and how they are compatible with their partners. “You also should work on yourself, because you’re attracting the same partner over and over.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep 567•Transcript available on Metacast 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 talk about read receipts with romantic partners, and read an email from a listener who is harboring resentment toward her mom’s friend, who tried to set her up with a nurse while her mother was passing away. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller has a best friend that...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep 566•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Love is Blind Recap Edition! Today we are joined by comedian Phoebe Robinson to talk about all things Season 4. We dive into all of the couples, including Zach and Bliss getting back together and engaged. Will Micah say yes to Paul, or listen to her friends and say “I don’t”? Is Kwame in it for Chelsea, or for fame? And is Jacqueline better off with Marshall or Josh? We also have a texting office hours caller who wants to shoot her shot with a man she met five mo...
Apr 06, 2023•2 hr 46 min•Ep 565•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Vanderpump Rules’ cast member Katie Maloney to talk about all things Season 10, Scandoval, and Scheana’s wedding. We dive into the restraining order, threesome rumors, Raquel and Sandoval’s sleepovers, and what happened at the reunion. We also hear an update about the Something About Her sandwich shop. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller who slept with an NFL quarterback and wants to do it again. “I got the rece...
Apr 04, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Ep 564•Transcript available on Metacast 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 friend cheated on her boyfriend six months after he cheated on her, and what the expiration date is for photos on dating apps. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller caught her fiancé paying for nude photos from a bot, and isn’t sure...
Apr 03, 2023•2 hr 45 min•Ep 563•Transcript available on Metacast 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 was struggling being the only single person in her work group, and had started having dreams about her ex. We find out how she handled the company holiday party and how shifting her mindset has changed her life. Our second caller wa...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep 562•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! Today we are joined by comedian Ashley Gavin to talk about the finale of Zach’s season. We first discuss some Bachelor Tea - including Mike Fleiss leaving the franchise and Zach claiming that his final dates were aired out of order. Was Gabi led on to believe that she would be his final rose pick? Should he have told Ariel what happened in Fantasy Suites? We get into it all. “Is the host supposed to provide guidance? I’d...
Mar 30, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep 561•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Ariel Frenkel to talk about her time on this season of The Bachelor. What happened during her Fantasy Suite with Zach, did she know she was heading home, and what else did she wish Zach said at After the Final Rose? We ask all of the hard hitting questions that Bachelor Nation has been wanting to know - including the drama in the house, how she handled their break up, and if she was ready to become the next Mrs. Shallc...
Mar 28, 2023•2 hr 36 min•Ep 560•Transcript available on Metacast 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 is having some sister drama before an upcoming wedding. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission, courtesy of Amanda’s personal vault. Our first caller took DNA tests with her sister only to find out that they don’t share the same dad. However, because he...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep 559•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by actress Rachel Bilson to talk about her recent headlines about orgasming later in life, how she and Nick faked a relationship, and how she feels about dating, marriage, and open relationships. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller who has angered her friend after having sex with his roommate. Does she try to salvage the relationship, or are his actions red flags? “Did you come up with these questions?” Start your ...
Mar 23, 2023•2 hr 47 min•Ep 558•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Bachelor Nation’s Andrew Spencer and Susie Evans to talk about “sex week.” We first discuss some Bachelor Tea - including dating post-show and getting on Raya - before getting into the episode. How did Zach handle Fantasy Suites, and why does Andrew think Susie is to blame? Why was Gabi given a scarlet letter, is Kaity the final rose pick, and how was Zach set up to fail? We get into all the detail...
Mar 21, 2023•2 hr 39 min•Ep 557•Transcript available on Metacast 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 friendship and how hard - but rewarding - it can be to find your people. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller has a friend with benefits that has a list of “girlfriend criteria.” We go through his list and find out just how ridiculous his expectations and req...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep 556•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Vanderpump Rules’ former cast member Kristen Doute to talk about all things Scandoval. Dating Sandoval and being close friends with Ariana has given her a front row seat to the news of Sandoval and Rachel’s affair, and she does not hold back in giving us all of the answers we need. When did the affair start, did Schwartz know, and where do Sandoval, Ariana, and Rachel stand now? And what scandalous moment did cameras c...
Mar 16, 2023•2 hr 44 min•Ep 555•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! Today we are joined by singer-songwriter Rozzi! We start out by covering the most recent Vanderpump Rules drama, including Schwartz’s TMZ interview and decoding some of Raquel’s old Instagram posts. We then dive into this week’s episode and discuss hometown dates - from Vermont to New York to Georgia to Texas! What do we think of our next Bachelorette, and what can we expect from Fantasy Suite dates next week? “If you’re...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep 554•Transcript available on Metacast 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 what it means to be a “best friend” in your relationship, and if a romantic partner can ever be the same as a platonic bestie. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller wonders if she’s a fuckboy, because the guy she’s been seeing wants more commitment than she do...
Mar 13, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep 553•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Perfect Match’s Georgia Hassarati to talk about all things Francesca and Dom, behind the scenes drama, and her relationship timeline with Harry. Has she talked to Dom recently? What did Francesca say to her off-camera? Why did Harry say they slept together after their podcast? We get all of the answers. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller who broke up with her friends via group chat, but she’s now regretting her...
Mar 09, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Ep 552•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! Today we are joined by journalist, host, model, and fan favorite, Cathy Kelley! We start out by covering the most recent Vanderpump Rules drama, including some inside information about Raquel and the show’s production. We then dive into this week’s episode and discuss Kaity’s second 1:1 date in Hungary, the group date with a mentalist, and both Greer and Brookyln being sent home. We then share our predictions for hometow...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep 551•Transcript available on Metacast 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 the idea of finding the one vs. finally just “picking” someone to spend your life with. Our first caller is wondering if she should warn her ex-husband’s new fiancée about his tumultuous and emotionally abusive past, or if it’s better to watch from the sidelines. They share a son together, so she’s...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep 550•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Vanderpump Rules’ Lala Kent to talk about all things Season 10, drama with castmates, and her ongoing relationship with Randall. Where does she stand in her custody battle, what advice does she have for other women, and which castmates have been the most helpful or harmful? We get all of the answers. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller who found out that the guy she slept with actually has a girlfriend and a chi...
Mar 02, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Ep 549•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! We’re joined by actress and comedian Arden Myrin to discuss the sixth episode of Zach’s season. We start out by covering the week’s Bachelor Tea, including Greer and Zach’s responses to their cocktail party disagreement. We then dive into this week’s episode and discuss Charity’s 1:1 date in Estonia, and Kat pulling (and kissing) Zach prior to their departure. The group date involves witchcraft and an extinguished fire b...
Feb 28, 2023•2 hr 43 min•Ep 548•Transcript available on Metacast 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 feedback we got on a previous Ask Nick episode, and get our weekly Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller has two friends that can’t stop hooking up, and is worried that they’ll end up heartbroken or awkward at her upcoming wedding. Our next caller is having a sex stand off with her husband,...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep 547•Transcript available on Metacast 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 whose boyfriend was still extremely close with his ex-girlfriend. Has she been able to talk to her boyfriend and establish boundaries? Our second caller was blindsided into meeting her dad’s mistress on Thanksgiving, and Nick had advise...
Feb 24, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Ep 546•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Perfect Match’s Francesca Farago to get the truth about her time on the show, if her portrayal was accurate, and the secrets other cast members were hiding. Which guy sent her a sweaty video saying “I’m coming for you” prior to filming? We dive into her matches on the show (does she feel like she led Dom on?), dating history (on screen and off), and her current relationship. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller w...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep 545•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! We’re joined by actor and producer, Jason Ritter! to discuss the fifth episode of Zach’s season. We start out by covering the week’s Bachelor Tea, including Erich Schwer’s new romance and rumors of Chris Harrison returning to ABC. We then dive into this week’s episode and discuss Gabi’s 1:1 date in London, and if this means she will be Zach’s final rose pick. Or will Kaity’s care package push her to the front of the line...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep 544•Transcript available on Metacast 
