

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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Jun 11, 2024 • 1h 48min
E761 RR - Summer House Reunion, Perfect Match w/ Kaz, Sandoval Drama, and Traitors Cast
Welcome back to reality recap. Today we discuss all of the drama… ranging from Billie Lee slamming Sandoval’s new girlfriend, West Wilson getting grilled during the Summer House Reunion Part 1, Traitors cast announcement, and Jesse Lally having an affair with Anna Nicole Smith. Meanwhile, Kaz Bishop, from The Perfect Match zooms in! What’s it like back on TV, who does he want to match with, and does he regret anything? “All I'm hearing is you’re a bottom feeder” 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 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: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://www.shopify.com/viall Brooklinen - Visit in-store or online at https://www.Brooklinen.com and use code VIALL for $20 off your order of $100 or more. Life360 - Visit https://www.Life360.com and use code VIALL to get one month of the gold package for free, plus 15% off all Tiles. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering up to 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.HelixSleep.com/Viall OUAI - Wash your OUAI to healthier hair with shampoos and conditioners made just for you. Go to https://www.theOUAI.com and enter promo code VIALL for 15% off any product. Huggies - Learn more at https://Huggies.com Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @kazbishop_ @zachgilford7 @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell @allisonklemes @kymccarthy23 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 3:54 - Bottom Feeders and Traitors 18:56 - Traitors New Cast 23:09 - Alec Baldwin 24:09 - Kids 30:12 - Kaz Interview 01:01:34 - Perfect Match Thoughts 01:04:54 - Summerhouse 01:37:02 - The Valley 01:38:34 - Stalkers 01:45:25 - Outro

Jun 10, 2024 • 2h 39min
E760 Ask Nick - Carrying My BFF’s Baby
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Before we get to our callers, we talk about menu anxiety and gentle parenting. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller is carrying her best friend's baby, but her mother and law doesn’t approve. Our Second caller is a single mom and it’s been 9 years since she’s last called someone her boyfriend. Finally, our third caller feels like the city she lives in makes it impossible to move on from her ex. “When you look back at your relationship, was he really the perfect boyfriend?” 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! Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe. Go to https://www.Quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Ibotta - Go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app, to start earning cash back and use code VIALL. SportingSmiles - Save 10% on all orders by using promo code Viall10 when you go to https://www.SportingSmiles.com Vessi - Visit https://www.Vessi.com/VIALL to find the perfect blend of style and practicality in shoes designed for urban getaways and enjoy an instant 15% off your first order at checkout. Huggies - Learn more at https://www.Huggies.com Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein@dereklanerussell

Jun 6, 2024 • 2h 36min
E759 GD w Kristen Doute & Brianna Lapaglia - Valley Finale, Cast Separations, Tour Life & Car Accidents
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, we invite Brianna Lapaglia into the studio… How’s tour life with her boyfriend, Zack Bryan. How did she stumble into the podcasting world, choose her stage name, and navigate meeting other celebrities. Brianna answers it all! Then, we bring in Kristen Doute, formerly of Vanderpump Rules, and now of Bravo’s The Valley. She’s back on TV, the finale just aired, and new tea has occurred off camera. What’s her real thoughts on her castmates: Zack, Janet, and Michelle. And how is Luke adapting to being on Reality TV in Los Angeles? And don’t forget, we have a Texting Office Hours caller who wants to encourage her boyfriend to have kids. “Janet is, she’s a confusing little bird.” 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: Helix Sleep - Helix is offering up to 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.HelixSleep.com/Viall Apostrophe - We have a special deal for our audience: Get your first visit for only $5 at https://www.Apostrophe.com/VIALL when you use our code: VIALL. Huggies - Learn more at https://www.Huggies.com Bilt- Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to https://www.joinbilt.com/viall SKIMS - Shop the SKIMS T-Shirt Shop at https://www.SKIMS.com. After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu, to let them know we sent you. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @kristendoute @briannalapaglia @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:37 - Nicknames 07:21 - Serial 10:00 - The Boyfriend 23:46 - What’s Next 28:06 - Car Wreck 31:38 - Lyrics 35:02 - Pop Topics 40:57 - How You Met 44:27 - More Pop 54:23 - Welcome Kristen 57:50 - Serious Subject 01:00:15 - Luke 01:04:28 - Tom 01:05:25 - Jax 01:29:42 - Check In 01:38:36 - Michelle and Jesse 01:48:56 - Season Two 01:50:42 - LaLa 01:56:42 - VPR Reunion 02:03:40 - TOH 02:16:30 - Post Call Talk 02:19:46 - Luke and Tom 02:24:19 - Scheana 02:28:48 - Michelle’s Future 02:31:15 - Jax’s Bar 02:33:16 - Outro

Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 42min
Lindsay Hubbard Speaks
Welcome back to The Viall Files! Today, Summer House’s Lindsay Hubbard joins us to talk about her devastating separation from Carl Radke. In this episode, we get the full timeline from Lindsay, as she walks us through their entire relationship. Moving from friends to fiancés, we break down the steps that lead to Carl breaking off their engagement. With the finale aired, and the reunion coming up shortly, we’ve learned so much since hearing about the initial breakup. Who was in the right? Did anyone “win” the breakup? Was this for the best? You decide. “I had to change everything about me to be with him.” 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 @lindshubbs @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 55min
E758 RR - Our Pregnancy Scare, Summer House Finale, Caitlin Clark, and RHONJ Canceled w/Genesis Rodriguez
Welcome back to reality recap… Today we discuss the Summer House Finale and the long-awaited scene of Carl and Lindsay breaking off their engagement. Meanwhile, we dive into the world of Vanderpump and the Valley with Genesis Rodriguez. Was Scheana and Lala set up by producers, who should have a spin-off, and is this the end of Vanderpump Rules? Finally, is RHONJ’s canceled reunion a sign of an inevitable recast? We answer all of these burning questions… “How do you try not to spread a rumor… You either don’t, or you do. ” 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 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 - Learn more at https://www.Huggies.com Manscaped - Our friends at MANSCAPED have crafted the TOTAL package for his special day. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code VIALL at https://www.Manscaped.com 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. ZOA Energy - Get some Big Dwayne Energy and order ZOA Energy today. Find out where you can find it at https://www.ZOAEnergy.com and fine retailers like Amazon, 7-Eleven, Costco, Circle K and more. 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 THEVIALLFILES. Vessi - Dive into excitement, embrace the thrill, and create unforgettable memories! Visit https://www.Vessi.com/VIALL and enjoy an instant 15% off your first order at checkout. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @genirodriguez@justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 11:57 - Pregnancy Scare 18:31 - Lioness 26:37 - Vanderpump Rules 01:01:37 - Summerhouse 01:27:53 - The Valley 01:37:24 - RHONJ Reunion Canceled 01:52:35 - Outro

Jun 3, 2024 • 2h 13min
E757 Ask Nick - To Sign the NDA, or Not?
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Before we get to our callers, we introduce Nick to some viral internet dating theories and read a written Ask Nick. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller’s boyfriend was caught watching videos of his ex-girlfriend. She still loves him, but this made her feel icky about herself. Our Second caller was talking to an ex-marine, until he wanted her to sign an NDA before their next date. After doing her own digging and sneaking into his apartment… Did she sign it? Our final caller is wondering if she cheated or if it was self-sabotage that ended her. After finding who she thought was her perfect match, he wasn't ready to be a father, and she turned to her ex right after breaking up. “Technically you didn’t cheat, but technically who cares” 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! Firstleaf - Visit https://www.Firstleaf.com/VIALL to sign up and save 50% on your first SIX hand-curated bottles plus free shipping. ShipStation - Get a 60-day free trial at https://www.shipstation.com with code VIALL. BetterHelp - Take a moment. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/VIALL today to get 10% off your first month. ASPCA - To explore coverage, visit https://www.ASPCApetinsurance.com/VIALL Caraway - This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit https://www.Carawayhome.com/VIALL or use code VIALL at checkout for 10% off your next purchase. Huggies - Learn More At https://www.Huggies.com Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

May 31, 2024 • 1h 2min
E756 Ask Nick Update Special Episode - Part 20
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. But wait… first we introduce Nick to some viral dating theories! Our first caller originally called in because she broke off her engagement, but wasn't prepared to be at mutual events with him. She calls in to update us, as she was recently in a wedding party with him. Our second caller originally called in because some of her bridesmaids didn’t want to attend nor pay for her bachelorette party. She expressed how important it was for her friends to be there, and calls in to update us her the airbnb situation. Our third caller originally called in because her ex-maid of honor was bashing her fiance. She no longer speaks to her due to further confrontations, however another friend happily replaced her. To catch up on all of these callers original questions please see the show numbers: Original Episode numbers for callers: Episode Number: 685 Update Special - Part 15 (Originally on Episode 669 Ask Nick - I Need to Stop a Wedding in 2 Weeks) Episode Number: 728 Ask Nick - Roommates Banging, Doors Open Episode Number: 726 Going Deeper with Joey and Kelsey “A big rite of passage for adulthood is losing friends.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://www.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 To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

May 30, 2024 • 2h 59min
E755 GD w Emma Hernan + VPR Pt 3 - The End? Diddy Updates, North West Performance, and SH Reunion Trailer
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about some recent headlines, such as the Vanderpump Reunion Part 3, North West performing at The Hollywood Bowl, the trailer for Gypsy Rose’s show and her upcoming appearance on Keeping Up With the Kardashians, and the Summer House Reunion Trailer. Then, we talk to Emma Hernan about all things Selling Sunset, Selling The OC, her friendships with her castmates, the feud with Nicole, the mansion tax, her empanada company and more! We also ask about her dating and relationship history, and get some advice on buying homes and investing. We also have a Texting Office Hours caller who is struggling with a friendship breakup, and wasn’t sure if she should accept being phased out of her friend’s life, or fight for the relationship. “Everyone wants to come for Chrishell to get their fifteen minutes.” 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: Huggies - Learn more at https://www.huggies.com Wayfair - Every style is welcome in the Wayborhood. Visit https://www.Wayfair.com or get the Wayfair mobile app. Rocket Money - Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/VIALL Goodr - You can go to https://www.goodr.com/VIALL and use code VIALL for free shipping. Goodr offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee and 100% Satisfaction. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @emmahernan @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Team Announcement 03:33 - Diddy Updates 10:03 - Parenthood 23:24 - Viral Single Mom Cake Baking 30:47 - North West The Hollywood Bowl 36:30 - Gypsy Rose 37:18 - SummerHouse 38:05 - VPR Jo Gaslighlighting Debate 52:13 - End of VPR? 01:12:11 - Emma Hernan Interview Begins 01:16:08 - Investments, Mansion Tax, Traveling 01:24:42 - Love Life 01:55:24 - Selling The OC 02:00:55 - Dresses 02:05:12 - Interest Rates 02:09:03 - Reaching Out 02:10:13 - Icks 02:13:40 - Buying A House 02:21:31 - Texting Office Hours 02:54:21 - Friendship Breakups 02:57:51 - Outro

May 29, 2024 • 2h 12min
E754 RR - Danny and Nia Booko, LoverBoy vs Spritz Society, RHONJ Family Drama, and The Valley
Today we invite Danny and Nia Booko to our studio, as the household discusses their experience filming The Valley. But first, we discuss Craig Conover being caught in a Spritz vs. LoverBoy debacle… is Craig in the wrong for investing in a competitor? Then we jump into RHONJ, and dissect Teresa’s dominance in the arena of family drama. Ending our pop culture discussion with the infamous Four Seasons Orlando baby. “He pitched you a sitcom and y’all ended up on a soap opera.” 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 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: ZOA Energy - Get some Big Dwayne Energy and order ZOA Energy today. Available online and at a store near you. Find out where you can find it at https://www.ZOAEnergy.com and fine retailers like Amazon, 7-Eleven, Costco, Circle K and more. Ibotta - Download the FREE Ibotta app to start earning cash. Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code VIALL when you register. Chomps - Chomps is offering our listeners 20% off your first order and free shipping when you go to https://www.Chomps.com/VIALL Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @realniasanchez @danielbooko @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 09:28 - Lake House 11:24 - Loverboy and Spritz Society 24:37 - Summerhouse 51:08 - RHONJ 01:04:55 - Four Seasons Baby 01:11:20 - Welcome 01:18:14 - The Valley 01:53:52 - Jo VPR 01:55:27 - Back To The Valley 02:09:44 - Outro

May 28, 2024 • 2h 22min
E753 Ask Nick - Missionary Parents
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Dr Orna Guralnik, from the hit show Couples Therapy, joins us to talk about the new season and her take on therapy in general. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller called in because she and her husband disagree on the gender for their next embryo transfer. Her husband wants to guarantee a boy, but she is persistent in leaving it a surprise. Our second caller is nervous because her long-term boyfriend is meeting her Christian missionary parents for the first time. Our caller’s faith is still important to her, but she doesn’t want to disappoint her parents due to her boyfriend’s lack of religion. Our final caller is wondering how to tell her parents that she doesn’t want to have kids and that her husband is getting a vasectomy. She already feels bad about moving to another country, and previous attempts have not ended well. Season 4 of COUPLES THERAPY premieres May 31 on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME. “There’s no tougher lesson for a parent, than their own kids demonstrating the right behavior when they’re 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! Huggies - Learn more at https://www.Huggies.com BetterHelp - Take a moment. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/VIALL today to get 10% off your first month. Sporting Smiles - You can save 10% on all orders with promo code: VIALL10 when you go to https://www.SportingSmiles.com Framebridge - Visit https://www.Framebridge.com or a local Framebridge store to get started and custom frame just about anything! Béis - Béis is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase by visiting https://www.BeisTravel.com/VIALL Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell