

The Viall Files
Nick Viall
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!
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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Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 33min
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 Podcast” merch: https://viallfiles.myshopify.com Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @whitneywildrose @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 46min
E814 - Golden Bachelorette’s Jack & the Legal Breakdown of Diddy, Devin, and Shannon w/ Emily D Baker
Emily D Baker, a seasoned legal expert known for her insights on high-profile cases, joins fan-favorite Jack Lencioni from the Golden Bachelorette. They dive into the ongoing legal drama involving Diddy and reality TV stars, revealing how celebrity culture intertwines with the law. Jack shares his unique experiences in the chaotic world of dating shows, while Emily discusses the serious implications of public scandals on personal relationships. Their lively banter blends humor with deep legal discussions, making for an engaging listen.

Sep 23, 2024 • 2h 6min
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 everything else, unless he’s not” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. To Order Nick’s Book Go To: https://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice, send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Altoids - Find Altoids In The Check-Out Aisle! Grab Your Tin Today! Article - Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://www.Article.com/viall and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Ibotta - Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code VIALL when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app to start earning cash back! Vuori - Vuori is an investment in your happiness. For our listeners, they are offering 20% off your FIRST purchase. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://www.vuori.com/VIALL Skims- Shop the SKIMS Soft Lounge Collection at https://www.SKIMS.com. Now available in sizes XXS - 4X. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @Loganury @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell @kymccarthy23 @allisonklemes

Sep 19, 2024 • 1h 12min
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: https://viallfiles.myshopify.com Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheViallFiles Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Helix Sleep - Helix is offering up to 25% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.HelixSleep.com/Viall Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to https://www.Quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. OUAI - Wash your OUAI to healthy hair & get a hair routine that’s made just for you, by visiting https://www.theOUAI.com and use promo code VIALLFILES for 15% off any product. FirstLeaf - Bring a great bottle to your next gathering with Firstleaf. Go to https://www.TryFirstleaf.com/viall to sign up and you’ll get your first SIX handpicked bottles for just $44.95. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @the_mare_bare @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 07:09 - Household Headlines 08:39 - Diddy 09:31 - Something About Her 12:06 - Cussing 16:13 - Ring 18:55 - Fashion Week 25:44 - Vibes Or Knowledge 41:31 - RHOSLC 01:00:46 - Golden Bachelorette 01:10:58 - Outro

Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 30min
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 sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Altoids - Find Altoids In The Check-Out Aisle! Grab Your Tin Today! Cymbiotika - Head over to https://www.Cymbiotika.com/VIALL for 20% off + free shipping on your subscription order. Blissy - Because you’re a listener, Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop at https://www.Blissy.com/VIALLPOD and use code VIALLPOD. Athletic Greens - Try AG1 and get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at https://www.drinkAG1.com/VIALL Orgain - Orgain 30 gram protein shakes are available at Costco. And If you want to get in on the delicious protein-packed nutrition today, head to https://www.Orgain.com/VIALL and use code VIALL for 20% off your order. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @iamjojo @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Meeting People 07:49 - Horoscopes 09:19 - Being Single 16:31 - Parents 21:23 - Book And Fame 31:23 - ReRecording Music 39:37 - Lady Gaga 44:11 - Acting and Singing 54:42 - Free Time 59:35 - Relationships 01:07:28 - Mother 01:17:47 - Regrets 01:23:06 - Bankruptcy 01:28:47 - Outro

Sep 17, 2024 • 1h 24min
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.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheViallFiles Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://www.Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code VIALL. Sundays For Dogs - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.sundaysfordogs.com/VIALL or use code VIALL at checkout. ASPCA - To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcaPetInsurance.com/VIALL Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 08:34 - VMAs 20:58 - Emmys 22:54 - Jenn Update 24:24 - Justin Timberlake 29:05 - Tampons 33:04 - Marry Yourself 38:32 - Family Bragging 42:46 - Mosquito 45:58 - Pioneertown 49:12 - VPR and The Valley 53:08 - Golden Bachelorette Men 01:02:59 - RHOC 01:23:43 - Outro

Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 51min
E809 Ask Nick - Are My Standards Too High?
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode reading physical love letters between Nick’s Grandparents. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller was talking to a guy who moved across the country, after TWO dates. Our second caller showed up to her boyfriend’s house after partying, and now he's blaming her for their relationship ending. And, our third caller isn't attracted to the guys that hit on her… should she give them a chance? “You know more about who he was, not who he is.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. To Order Nick’s Book Go To: https://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice, send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Audible - Listen to Drop Dead at https://www.Audible.com/dropdead Altoids - Find Altoids In The Check-Out Aisle! Grab Your Tin Today! BetterHelp - Visit https://BetterHelp.com/VIALL today to get 10% off your first month. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering up to 25% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.HelixSleep.com/Viall Wayfair - Every style. Every home. Pick your all-star lineup of tailgating essentials at https://www.Wayfair.com or get the Wayfair mobile app. Caraway - This deal is exclusive to our listeners! Visit https://www.Carawayhome.com/viall10 to see all of our favorite products AND take an additional 10% off your next purchase. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell @kymccarthy23 @allisonklemes

Sep 12, 2024 • 1h 22min
E808 - Jenn Tran Returns, Fyre Festival Rebooted, NFL Vibes vs Knowledge, and Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! This week, Jenn Tran returns to talk about Devin’s unhinged actions post-AFR. Spoiler alert: she’s thriving without him (aka Dancing with the Stars). Meanwhile, we get into week 2 of NFL vibes vs knowledge, the reboot of the Fyre Festival, James Earl Jones, and the downfall of the Nicest Man in Rock n Roll. “If nothing else, he was incredibly sloppy and incredibly inconsiderate.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheViallFiles Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: OneSkin - It’s time to get started with your new face, eye, and body routine at a discounted rate today! Get 15% off with the code VIALL at https://oneskin.co. Lume - Use code VIALL for 15% off your first purchase at https://lumedeodorant.com ZipRecruiter - See why ZipRecruiter is the hiring site employers prefer most, based on G2. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: https://ziprecruiter.com/viall PXG - Head over to https://pxgapparel.com/viall and use code viall at checkout to save 10% on all apparel. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @jenntran @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @the_mare_bare @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 07:19 - Household Headlines 09:13 - Royals 09:54 - Fyre Festival 2 15:41 - True Crime 19:32 - Astrology 20:57 - Chappell Roan 22:24 - Foo Fighters 31:12 - Vibes Or Knowledge52:43 - Welcome Back Jenn 55:53 - Devin 01:02:54 - Dating 01:05:55 - DWTS 01:12:10 - Baseball And Athletes 01:14:05 - Support From Bachelor Nation 01:18:49 - Outro

Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 32min
E807 - Going Deeper w/ The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives - Jen, Jessi, Demi, Layla, Mikayla, and Mayci
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper, with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives - Jen, Jessi, Demi, Layla, Mikayla, and Mayci Hulu’s Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is taking the world by storm! We’re joined by the cast (minus Whitney) to discuss… well, Whitney. We also get the exclusive on Taylor’s swinging parties, Jen’s marriage with Zac, and divorcing in the Mormon church. “We don’t just churn butter all day.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Audible - Listen to Drop Dead at https://www.Audible.com/dropdead Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/viall Hero Bread - Get 10% off your order at https://hero.co and use code VIALL at checkout. Dailylook - Head to https://dailylook.com to take your style quiz and use code VIALL for 50% off your order. Ritual - 25% off your first month for a limited time at https://ritual.com/VIALL Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @jenniferaffleck @_justjessiiii @demilucymay @laylaleannetaylor @mikayla_matt @maycineeley @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:34 - Mom-Tok 06:18 - Stories 14:26 - Swinging 20:00 - Faith 28:11 - Zac 49:32 - Terminology 55:39 - Whitney 01:16:32 - Health And Being On Show 01:25:39 - Housewives 01:26:34 - Other Questions 01:31:40 - Outro

Sep 10, 2024 • 2h 13min
E806 - Jonathon Johnson, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Vanderpump Rebooted, RHOC, and Casey Anthony
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! This week, we talk to Jonathon Johnson, everyone’s favorite Bachelorette contestant. What even was that??? Meanwhile, we recap NFL vibes, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, the new season of VPR, and the continual bombardment of Shannon on RHOC. “Bachelor Nation loves a nurse.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheViallFiles Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Huggies - To learn more visit https://www.Huggies.com OUAI - Go to https://theouai.com and use promo code VIALLFILES for 15% off any product. Vessi - Discover more waterproof styles at https://vessi.com/viall Dreamland Baby - Go to https://dreamlandbabyco.com and enter code VIALL at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @jiggity.jon @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 05:34 - Kids On Social Media 07:46 - The View 10:05 - Extra Credit 16:30 - Housekeeping 18:39 - Nude Bikes 21:45 - New Girlfriend 25:47 - Vanderpump 40:01 - RHOC 58:57 - Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives 01:11:05 - Welcome Jonathon 01:14:47 - Jenn Videos 01:17:21 - Getting On The Show 01:19:43 - Being Sent Home 01:22:46 - The Devin Of It All 01:29:57 - What Is Next 01:35:54 - Other Men 01:43:41 - Dating Questions 02:00:49 - Did You Watch The Bachelor 02:04:37 - Looking For 02:08:56 - Wrapping Up