Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by Natalie Joy and Mary Franke to dive into the latest pop culture headlines and trends - including Taylor Swift vs. Scooter Braun, Kanye’s NSFW boat ride, and the sexualized Hunger Games prequel. We also hear from Nick and Natalie about pregnancy updates and what they’re looking forward to (and fearing) in terms of parenting. We then have a Sweating The Wedding caller whose college friend is getting married but is refusi...
Aug 31, 2023•2 hr 44 min•Ep 633•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Nick and Natalie join us live from New York. We are joined by Paige DeSorbo to break down all things pop culture and reality TV - we discuss Summer House, Scooter Braun, Ariana Grande, and Taylor Swift. We ask Paige about her long distance relationship and what works for them, and get the groups response to favorite uniformed worker, and what kind of nanny you should hire. “It’s like the girl version of Hooters.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial...
Aug 29, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep 632•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 whether or not you ask waiters for their opinions on the menu, and parenting strategies in bringing up “the birds and the bees.” We also read a submission from someone who thinks she may want to be an F Boy. As a single divorced mother, her life is very fulfilled. Except for one thing–sex. She does...
Aug 28, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep 631•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 faking his orgasms. We encouraged her to initiate a conversation surrounding sex, and find out if her towels are still bone dry, or if he was able to confront the issue. Our second caller was wondering whether she sho...
Aug 25, 2023•2 hr 40 min•Ep 630•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! Today we are joined by friend of show Teddi Mellencamp to dive into all things pop culture and reality TV - we first get her thoughts on the four-part Rachel Leviss podcast with Bethenny Frankel. We also talk about Scooter Braun being dropped by his largest clients, Taylor Swift and her impersonator both creating chaos, and Ariana Grande releasing new music. We then have a Texting Office Hours caller who is a new mom and struggling to establ...
Aug 24, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Ep 629•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Justin Glaze to break down the finale of The Bachelorette. We first speak with Justin and Natalie about current pop culture moments - such as Rachel’s three part interview with Bethenney Frankel, and Dax Shepard feeling financially anxious. We then dive into Charity’s finale - from sending Aaron B home to choosing Dotun to Joey as our new Bachelor (with an audience member joining his season). We finally ask Justin about his...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep 628•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 August Birthdays (spoiler alert–two members of the Household have birthdays coming up), and if it’s simply too hot to have sex in the summer. We also read a submission from someone who is trying to have a “Sex Goddess Summer.” She wants to know how to toe the line between having casual sex, and not...
Aug 21, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Ep 627•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we sit down to talk about Rachel’s first interview since Scandoval, and what she had to share about why she made her decisions and the growth she’s had since. Then, we are joined by Ciara Miller and Maya Allen from Summer House to talk about their time filming, what they thought about Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval on Winter House, their friendship, and their dating lives. We also have a Texting Office Hours c...
Aug 17, 2023•2 hr 58 min•Ep 623•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Emma Slater to break down this week’s episode of The Bachelorette. We first speak with Emma about Dancing With The Stars and cover pop culture topics and celebrities such as Harry Styles, Kevin Costner, and Rachel Zegler. We discuss the Men Tell All drama - from the men posting cryptic messages in their Instagram captions, to Xavier having to confront Charity after their infidelity conversation, to Brayden giving Jesse earr...
Aug 15, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Ep 624•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 your favorite color says about your love life. Are you a wonderful lover? Or emotionally detached? We dive into all the colors of the rainbow and more. We also read a submission from someone who’s boyfriend still hasn’t said “I love you” after three years of dating. We then get to our callers....
Aug 14, 2023•2 hr 39 min•Ep 624•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we are joined by our Pop Culture Correspondent (and mother-to-be) Natalie Joy to share some exciting news about her pregnancy. We also touch on some pop culture news such as Vanderpump Rules Season 11 and celebrity sightings at the Tour. Then, we are joined by Bobby Berk to talk about interior design, his marriage, and various jobs he’s been fired from before his career took off. We then have a Texting Office...
Aug 10, 2023•2 hr 39 min•Ep 623•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Elizabeth Wagmeister to break down this week’s episode of The Bachelorette. We discuss Charity’s Fantasy Suites in Fiji, and the shocking twists of Xavier being sent home and Aaron showing back up. We also discuss other reality television headlines and pop culture topics, such as Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Bethenny Frankel advocating for reality TV stars, and Lizzo’s dancers coming out with allegations against her. “This was...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep 622•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 Women’s World Cup, a woman who turned down an ice cream date for being the “bare-minimum,” and the deadly power of icks. We then get to our callers. Our first caller has been dating someone for a month, and she’s worried she’s becoming emotionally abusive. She’s toeing the line between asking f...
Aug 07, 2023•2 hr 36 min•Ep 621•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we discuss the season two cast of Special Forces, including our very own, Nick Viall! We also dive into the recent developments in Ariana Grande’s new relationship, more toy movies from Mattel, and Harry Styles’ “Olivia” tattoo. Then, we are joined by new RHONY housewife, Sai De Silva to talk about joining the franchise, how to keep the spark alive, and her content creation career. We also ask her about her c...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep 620•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Susie Evans to break down this week’s episode of The Bachelorette. We go through our four hometown dates–Who’s family did we love the most, which Uncle totally outshined all other family members, and if “That’s a good question,” is actually a kiss of death. We debate who we think will be her final rose pick and who will be the next Bachelor. We also discuss other reality television headlines and pop culture topics, such as ...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep 619•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 surprisingly high percentage of doctors and nurses that cheat on their partners, and whether or not you should give up your seat on an airplane so families can sit together. We then read a written submission–Our writer is in a new relationship with a gentleman, a rarity for her after a string o...
Jul 31, 2023•2 hr 39 min•Ep 618•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 had a pattern of dates ending abruptly after blowjobs. We advised her to take more time in order to get to know her dates before hooking up. She recently went on a first date, so we find out how it went and if she was able to be more...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep 617•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we discuss current pop culture topics such as a woman being contacted by Playboy after throwing her bra on stage at a Drake concert, Raven Symone actually having visions in her real life, and Ed Sheeran performing karaoke at a local bar. Then, we are joined by JoJo Siwa to catch up on all things career, family, and romantic relationships. Nick asks hard questions such as something JoJo feels misunderstood abo...
Jul 27, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Ep 616•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Andrew Spencer to break down this week’s episode of The Bachelorette - we see our first two on one date, and learn that while Xavier is sure he wants to get engaged and be married, he’s not sure if it’s with Charity or not. We also ask Andrew exactly what is happening with all of the Andrew, Susie, and Justin content we’ve been seeing online. “I’ve never seen someone whine their way to hometowns.” Start your 7 Day Free Tria...
Jul 25, 2023•2 hr 33 min•Ep 615•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 have an Ask Nick session with our very own, Addison, a part-time editor on the show. She is currently in a long-distance situationship, which is strictly forbidden for members on the show, so we learn about the relationship and offer advice on how to get what she wants. Our first caller is concerned about ...
Jul 24, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep 614•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we discuss current pop culture topics such as Olivia Rodrigo’s new song and “professional friends” in LA, along with Skims saving a woman’s life and what Matt Damon and his wife agreed on in couple’s therapy. We also ask if you would rather have your text messages shared online, or have an ex write a song about you. Then, we are joined by Gina Kirschenheiter from The Real Housewives of Orange County to talk a...
Jul 20, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Ep 613•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! We are joined by Manon Matthews to talk about all things reality TV and pop culture - including Nick’s weekend with Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes, Vanderpump Season 11 filming, The Golden Bachelor reveal, and a potential dark side to Sean McLaughlin’s family. Then we break down Episode 4 of Charity’s season - did Brayden deserve to go home, or was he actually speaking the truth? And who is more likely to win Charity’s heart - Dotun or X...
Jul 18, 2023•2 hr 40 min•Ep 612•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 Jonah Hill situation and the trend of people weaponizing “therapy-speak” for their own benefit. We also get into a written Ask Nick topic where our caller talks about struggling to have a healthy relationship with her boyfriend’s family, with her partner putting pressure on her instead of stepp...
Jul 17, 2023•2 hr 47 min•Ep 611•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we get an exciting update from Nick about how he was finally able to purchase the lake house that his grandfather built and give it back to his mom. Then, we are joined by Scott Evans to talk about his role in the upcoming Barbie movie, what filming was like, and his thoughts on Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, and Will Ferrell. We also ask him about his current relationships with his boyfriend and his siblings -...
Jul 13, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep 610•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! We are joined by our Pop Culture Correspondent Natalie Joy to break down the third episode of Charity’s season. Brayden gets a 1:1 date that includes a helicopter through his hometown and landing in a baseball stadium, the group date is Barbie themed, and Warwick gets sent home after a failed date and lacking conversation. We discuss Charity debating keeping Brayden or if she should take his rose back, and if Jesse Palmer was actually move...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep 609•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 relationship milestone when you’re finally allowed to bring your significant other on a family trip. Our first caller needs help on how to deal with her s*xting buddy after he sent her an unsolicited d*ck-in-hand shot. She wants to know how to end things, since he has her nudes on his phone. Ou...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep 608•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! At the beginning of the episode, we discuss the age old summertime question–Marry, F*ck, Kill…Lake, ocean, pool. Then, we are joined by life coach Marie Forleo who explains how to tell a legit life coach from a scammer, how to change your mindset, and how to learn to trust your body and learn to decipher what it’s telling you. She also shares her advice for young professionals who feel stuck in their life and want to initiate a life change. ...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep 607•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! We are joined by friend of show Cathy Kelley to break down the second episode of Charity’s season. We discuss Charity’s first one-on-one and group dates. We get into what it means to be an MVP, Kiss Gate, and unique styling choices by one particular contestant. What men are already causing drama, and is Charity ignoring certain red flags? “In Bachelor Nation, to question Character is their C-word.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall File...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep 606•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 Goodnight Ettique between romantic partners. Should there be an expectation to receive and send a goodnight text? If so, at what stage in the relationship is that expectation established? We then share our Breakup Song of the Week. Our first caller recently discovered her boyfriend flipped the scri...
Jul 03, 2023•2 hr 45 min•Ep 605•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 father broke up their family to date the woman his son had been interested in. After speaking with his father, was he able to mend the relationship, or had far too much happened to be able to repair the damage? Our second caller wa...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep 604•Transcript available on Metacast