

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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Feb 20, 2024 • 1h 54min
E709 RR - Love is Blind, PCAs, VPR, Bachelor, and Traitors with Peter Weber, Gen Parisi, and Ciara Robinson
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Genevieve Parisi and Ciara Robinson to chat about all things reality television. First, talk about the People’s Choice Awards and if influencers should be attending award shows (according to Billie Eilish? No). Then, we talk about Traitors and are joined by Peter Weber to talk about his experience on the show and what we can expect from the rest of Season 2. Next, we talk about Vanderpump Rules and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Then, we tackle the first six episodes of Love is Blind - from the pods to the Dominican Republic. Finally, we talk about the Bachelor and Joey’s communication with the women of the season. “You have great teeth… he may as well have complimented her knees at that point.” 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: Vuori - Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at vuori.com/viall. Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Go to vuori.com/viall and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Nutrafol - Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. 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. Firstleaf - Try something new this year with Firstleaf. Go to https://www.TryFirstleaf.com/VIALL to sign up and you’ll get your first SIX hand-curated bottles for just $44.95. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @pilot_pete @genparisi @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 08:05 - PCA’s 14:57 - Traitors 43:10 - Vanderpump Rules 58:51 - RHOBH 01:06:38 - Love is Blind 01:43:48 - Bachelor 01:52:38 - Outro

Feb 19, 2024 • 2h 7min
E708 Ask Nick - Ghosted At 5 Months Pregnant
Topics include a woman debating if she should include her daughter's absent father in her life, a caller discovering her cheating boss through his Apple Watch, and a woman seeking therapy after her husband cheated for the second time. The hosts engage in light-hearted banter and discuss relationship complexities.

Feb 15, 2024 • 2h 20min
E707 Going Deeper with JWoww Plus Bachelor Pt. 2, Brittany Mahomes’ Boundary, and the Pippen Jordan Split
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines - such as Brittany Mahomes asserting boundaries with Jackson Mahomes, and Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan breaking up. We also recap Tuesday’s Part II episode of The Bachelor. Then, we are joined by JWoww to talk about her Jersey Shore, parenting, producing movies, and potentially going to Nick and Natalie’s wedding. Finally, we have a Texting Office Hours caller whose friend has become obsessed with her, and she isn’t sure how to distance herself. “I think the statute of limitation is up, so I’ll let it happen!” 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: ZOA Energy - 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. Hungryroot - Right now, Hungryroot is offering The Viall Files listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to https://www.Hungryroot.com/viall to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.helixsleep.com/viall and use code HELIXPARTNER20. This is their best offer yet and it won’t last long! With Helix, better sleep starts now. Rocket Money - Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/VIALL Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @jwoww @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 32min
E706 RR - Taylor Swift Super Bowl Victory, Vanderpump, Bachelor 2 on 1s, and Traitors with Diablo Cody
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Diablo Cody to chat about all things reality television. First, we get to talk to Diablo about her latest movie “Lisa Frankenstein.” Then, we talk about Super Bowl XLVIII - from Taylor’s box to Travis’ outburst to our favorite commercials to Usher’s halftime show. We also dive into the latest episode of Traitors and if we want Peter to stay in the game or be eliminated. Next, we talk about Vanderpump, Scheana’s music video that was scrubbed from the internet, and Rachel walking in NYFW. Finally, we talk about the Bachelor, including Joey’s two on one date with Sydney and Maria and whose side we are taking. We finish by giving our Bachelor finalist and Bachelorette predictions. “I might have been less horny if I had TikTok.” 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: StitchFix - Thanks Stitch Fix—they just get me. And they’ll get you, too. Try today at https://www.StitchFix.com/Viall and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix. OneSkin - OneSkin is more than skin care. It’s about skin longevity, targeting the root causes of aging to help you look and feel your best at every age. Get started today with 15% off using code VIALL at https://www.oneskin.co. That’s 15% off oneskin.co with code VIALL. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. Sundays For Dogs - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.sundaysfordogs.com/VIALL or use code VIALL at checkout. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 49min
E705 Ask Nick - My Coworker Won't Stop Flirting With Me
In this podcast, they discuss a coworker with a kink, another coworker being too touchy, and a woman struggling with her mom's acceptance after leaving a religion. The importance of boundaries in relationships is emphasized, along with the challenges of navigating unconventional workplace dynamics.

Feb 8, 2024 • 2h 6min
E704 Going Deeper with Denise Richards Plus First Days of Fatherhood, Grammy’s, and Gypsy Rose vs. RBG
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about Nick’s first five days of fatherhood. We also talk about Taylor Swift winning Album of The Year, Kelsea Ballernini’s candid reaction (and her response), and Bachelor Joey confusing Gypsy Rose and Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Then, we are joined by Denise Richards to talk about her career, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the dinner party from hell, and if the jacket was on upside down. We also touch on her relationship with Charlie Sheen, motherhood, and what led her to join OnlyFans. Finally, we have a Texting Office Hours caller who took her husband’s name when they got married, but regrets it. “She was not trying to be nice, she knew what she was doing.” 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: Care/Of - For 50% off your first month’s subscription with Care/of, go to https://www.TakeCareOf.com and enter code viall50. Article Furniture - 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 - 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. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.helixsleep.com/viall and use code HELIXPARTNER20. This is their best offer yet and it won’t last long! With Helix, better sleep starts now. Apostrophe Skincare - Get your first visit for only five dollars at https://www.Apostrophe.com/VIALL when you use our code: VIALL. That’s a savings of fifteen dollars! This code is only available to our listeners. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @deniserichards @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgilberstein @justinkaphillips

Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 32min
E703 RR - VPR Premiere, Traitors, Bachelor, and Scandoval Dupes with Rayna Greenberg and Ciara Robinson
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by friends of show Rayna Greenberg and Ciara Robinson to chat about all things reality television. First, we get Rayna and Ciara’s thoughts on our interview with Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval - and what we think of the first episode of Vanderpump Rules Season 11. We then get into Episode 6 of Traitors, and what we think of Peter Weber’s strategy. Next, we talk about Morgan Wade and Kyle Richards, and how some other reality stars might be trying to create their own Scandoval. Finally, we break down the second episode of The Bachelor, and debate if we think Sydney is a dangerous person. “I’ve had best friends for years and I don’t have a tattoo of them!” 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://shopify.com/viall, ALL LOWERCASE. Quince - Upgrade your closet with Quince. Go to https://www.quince.com/viall for free shipping and 365-day returns on your order. Lume Deodorant - New customers get $5 off Lume’s Starter Pack with our exclusive code. Use code viall at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com. SKIMS - SKIMS Bras are now available at https://www.SKIMS.com Plus, get free shipping on orders over seventy five dollars! If you haven't yet, be sure to let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @rayna.greenberg @ciaracrobinson @nnataliejjoy @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 35min
E702 Ask Nick - Searching for My Father
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. We start off with a written Ask Nick, who matched with her current situationship on Hinge and is struggling to get him to commit. Then we get to our caller… Our first caller is moving to a different city for her boyfriend’s job, but is having cold feet. She’s struggling to communicate with him about moving away from her family. Our second caller has never met her father and is wondering whether she should search for him. Her mother is willing to help, but has no interest engaging with him… so what is stopping her? Our final caller went on a date with a girl who’s in a situationship. He thinks she's perfect, but is having troubles moving on in a small city. “Keep not having expectations and remind yourself how far you’ve gotten without 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: 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: Squeezed.com - Visit https://www.squeezed.com and get same day local delivery or free fast delivery nationwide with code VIALL. ShipStation - Get a 60-day free trial at https://www.shipstation.com/viall. Thanks to ShipStation for sponsoring the show! Happy Viking - Visit https://www.DRINKHAPPYVIKING.COM and use code VIALL for 20% off your first purchase. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code VIALL. New customers can bet FIVE BUCKS to get TWO HUNDRED INSTANTLY IN BONUS BETS. Vessi - Transform your new year adventure with Vessi. Visit https://www.vessi.com/VIALL for footwear that will gear you up the whole year around and get 15% off your first order. 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. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @alison.vandam @allisonklemes @justinkaphillips @dereklanerussell

Feb 1, 2024 • 2h 14min
E701 Going Deeper with Whitney Rose + Thoughts on Toms, VPR, Dorit’s Fashion, and Swifties vs Micro Pen*s
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about the interview with Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz (including some tea about… cakes) and a controversial scene from the Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Premiere. Then, we are joined by Whitney Rose to talk about Real Housewives of Salt Lake City and the explosive finale and reunion. We get her thoughts on Monica studying the cast as a fan prior to joining the show, her relationship with Jen Shah, the burn book, and Reality VonTease. Finally, we have a Texting Office Hours caller who dated a Real “Husband” of Orange County and is struggling with his rude comments post-breakup. “Do you deserve an Emmy for being a terrible person on TV?” 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: Hungryroot - Right now, Hungryroot is offering The Viall Files listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to https://www.Hungryroot.com/viall Manscaped - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code VIALL at https://www.Manscaped.com ZOA Energy - 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. Peloton - Wherever you’re starting, get moving with a Peloton Bike or Bike+ rental at https://www.onepeloton.com/bike/rentals Terms apply. MeUndies - This Valentine’s Day, give the gift that’ll always have them thinking of you and get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at https://www.MeUndies.com/VIALLFILES Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @whitneywildrose @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @allisonklemes

Jan 30, 2024 • 2h 30min
E700 Going Deeper with Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval & Reality Recap: Bachelor, Traitors, and Superbowl LVIII
Reality TV personalities Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval join the podcast to discuss their friendship, dating in LA, and what to expect in Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules. The hosts also recap the second episode of The Bachelor, Taylor's upcoming Super Bowl trip, and discuss loyalty and negative perceptions in reality TV.