

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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Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 52min
E699 Ask Nick - Caught Cheating in 4k
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 start our new intro segment: Who’s Home. Leah from the household shares her thoughts on cheating. Our first caller caught her ex cheating on her through her security cameras and is having a hard time moving on. She’s been cheated on before but liked this guy for his charming nature. Our second caller is having wedding troubles, as her fiance doesn't want her brother at their wedding. Her brother is a pastor and does not agree with her fiance's proposal before he was a Christian. Our final caller was seeing a guy who wouldn’t text her back, but constantly posting on Snapchat. She's wondering if he merely lost interest, or if she did something wrong. “When you do meet someone worth your time, you're gonna run the risk of pushing the good ones away, because you're so used to dealing with the bad ones” 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. Seed - Listen to your gut with Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Go to https://www.Seed.com/viall and use code 25VIALL to get 25% off your first month. BetterHelp - Become your own soulmate and visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/VIALL to get 10% off your first month. Peloton - Get started with Peloton’s limited time offers, head to https://www.onepeloton.com/deals Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein

Jan 26, 2024 • 2h 6min
E698 Ask Nick Update Special Episode - Part 16
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. Our first caller was originally debating girl code on whether she should warn her ex-husband’s girlfriend of the way he treated her. We advised her to focus on her kid and not get involved emotionally with the ex’s new partner. Our second caller had first called in because he was long-distance dating a girl he met from twitter. They are now broken up… how did that happen and what is he doing now? Our third caller is our most EXCITING update yet. She had originally called in because of pregnancy struggles and planning a family with her husband. We gave the advice to try and not stress too much… and now she has two kids! We also have some written updates - Our caller who was disinviting her friend from her wedding, our caller who wanted to set boundaries with her mom’s relationships, and our caller who was debating having a fatherly figure walk her down the aisle. To catch up on all of these callers original questions please see the show numbers: Original Episode numbers for callers: Episode Number: 695 Ask Nick - I’m Attractive, You’re Just Drunk Episode Number: 550 Ask Nick - You’re Addicted to Missing Him Episode Number: 75 Ask Nick - Demi and Deep Dives Original Episode numbers for written updates: Episode Number: 673 Going Deeper with Olivia Flowers Plus Special Forces, Kathy Hilton’s Party, and American Royalty Episode Number: 640 Ask Nick - Everyone Caught Feelings During Threesome Episode Number: 594 Vanderpump Reunion - Final Thoughts “When you are ready, make sure you’re embracing the things that are fun.” 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 @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

Jan 25, 2024 • 2h 5min
E697 Going Deeper with Taylor Ann Green - Olivia Texts, Austen Accusations, and Revenge P*rn Plus RHOSLC
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about the conclusion of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig not being nominated at The Oscars. Then, we are joined by Taylor Ann Green to talk about all of the drama between her, Shep, Austen, and Olivia. We get her thoughts on our interview with Olivia, the timeline of her and Austen’s drunken kiss, behind the scenes of filming, and where things stand today. Finally, we have two Texting Office Hours callers who have been invited on a bachelorette trip that’s out of their budget - an anonymous donor has come forward offering to pay the difference, but they don’t know if they should accept. “You have a habit of seeking validation from toxic places.” 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: Drizly - Is your January looking dry? Download the Drizly app or go to https://www.Drizly.com Must be 21+, not available in all locations. 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. Rocket Money - Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/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. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @tayloranngreen@alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein

Jan 23, 2024 • 2h 36min
E696 GD - Kylee Russell Discusses Aven Cheating & RR: Bachelor Premiere, RHOBH, RHOSLC, and Traitors
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! First, the household gets together to talk about the premiere of the Bachelor, our first thoughts on the women this season, and our predictions for Joey! We also talk Housewives and recap Episode 4 of Traitors. Then, we are joined by Kylee Russell to get the exclusive tell-all of what happened between her and Aven following last season of Bachelor in Paradise - we have photos, text receipts, and what’s next for the two of them. Finally, we hear from a Texting Office Hours caller who just ended two messy situationships and is skeptical about finding something drama-free. “Why did you think you wouldn’t get caught?” 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: Brooklinen - Start the year off right by investing in yourself with Brooklinen’s sleep and self-care essentials. Visit in-store or online at https://www.Brooklinen.com and use code VIALL for $20 off your order of $100 or more. StitchFix - Try today at https://www.StitchFix.com/Viall and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix. Drizly - Is your January looking dry? Download the Drizly app or go to https://www.Drizly.com Drizly is the go-to app for alcohol delivery. Must be 21+, not available in all locations. OUAI - Give your hair a glow-up with OUAI. Go to https://www.THEOUAI.com and use promo code VIALL for 15% off any product. Manscaped - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code VIALL at https://www.Manscaped.com Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @kyleeemarie @nnataliejjoy @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein

Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 19min
E695 Ask Nick - I’m Attractive, You’re Just Drunk
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, Ali shares her near-death experience getting locked outside of the house at night, without a jacket, and in the snow… Then we get to our callers. Our first caller is getting mixed signals from one of his guy friends. “If I was gay, I’d be into you”... is he in the closet, or just very friendly? Our second caller met his girlfriend on Twitter, and is struggling with their 800 mile long-distance relationship. She said she was fine with him dating other people, but he’s ready to commit to her. Our final caller has a boyfriend who struggles with alcohol, lashes out, and “doesn’t always find her attractive.” She doesn't know how to kick him out, because he lives in her house and can’t afford the rent. “Embrace being the bad guy, but don’t feel bad about it. Embrace standing up for yourself.” 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: Hinge - Manifest the dating experience you want this year. Download Hinge and find someone worth deleting the app for. Squeezed.com - Visit https://www.squeezed.com and use code VIALL for same day local delivery or Free Fast delivery nationwide Vessi - Head over to https://www.vessi.com/VIALL to explore their versatile collection and claim your 15% discount on your first order. BetterHelp - Celebrate the progress you’ve already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/viall today to get 10% off your first month. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

Jan 18, 2024 • 1h 47min
E694 Going Deeper with Allison Holker - “Keep Dancing Through”
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about Taylor Swift’s second cousin, Jason Kelce retiring from the NFL, and Vanderpump Villa (with some insider tea from the casting process). Then, we are joined by Allison Holker to talk about her year since the passing of her husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss. She’s able to enlighten us about her grief journey, and what she is looking forward to in 2024. We also talk about her children’s book “Keep Dancing Through,” that she and Stephen wrote before he passed. Allison also gives Nick and Natalie some parenting and childbirth advice before we have a Texting Office Hours caller who is struggling after a breakup and debating reaching out to her ex to get answers. “Something that happens to you does not define you.” 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: Chomps - Right now, Chomps is offering our listeners 20% off your first order and free shipping when you go to https://www.Chomps.com/VIALL EveryPlate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to https://www.EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49viall. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.” Vuori - 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 https://www.vuori.com/viall and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Drizly - Is your January looking dry? Download the Drizly app or go to https://www.Drizly.com Must be 21+, not available in all locations. Apostrophe Skincare - We have a special deal for our audience: 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 @allisonholker @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein

Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 45min
E693 Reality Recap - Clayton, Payroll Husbands, and Housewives with Reality TV Star Gabby Windey
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today we are joined by Gabby Windey to talk about all things reality TV. First, we talk about Gabby’s thoughts on the Clayton paternity scandal and his recent episode with us. Then, we talk about some recent Vanderpump Rules headlines, and the women on the View telling Taylor Swift to smile. Then, we talk about Housewives - Salt Lake City, Beverly Hills, and Miami. We finish by talking about Natalie’s pregnancy, wedding updates, and their honeymoon. “It’s worse case scenario after worst case scenario.” 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: Brooklinen - So start the year off right by investing in yourself with Brooklinen’s sleep and self-care essentials. Visit in-store or online at https://www.Brooklinen.com and use code VIALL for $20 off your order of $100 or more. Drizly - Is your January looking dry? Download the Drizly app or go to https://www.Drizly.com Drizly is the go-to app for alcohol delivery. Must be 21+, not available in all locations. Hinge - Manifest the dating experience you want this year - Download Hinge and find someone worth deleting the app for. Grammarly - Start being more productive at work. Go to https://www.grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @gabby.windey @nnataliejjoy @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 47min
E692 Ask Nick - My Boyfriend Isn’t Toxic Enough
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 whose boyfriend cheated on her with a stripper. He’s done this with multiple girls, but is willing to ‘work on himself.’ What should she do? Then, we get to our callers… Our first caller isn’t sure whether her long term boyfriend is the one. After almost 3 years and his push to move forward… she’s no longer sure of the relationship. Our second caller’s friend accused her boyfriend of using her for her car. Without defending himself, he broke up with her on facetime and said ‘I’m not 100% going to be a boyfriend for you right now.’ Our final caller’s best friend confessed his love to her, right after she gave birth to her 3rd child. Her baby daddy is jealous of this friend, while she is intrigued by their chemistry. “You are simply not appreciating what you have 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: 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 - Get same-day local delivery or Free Fast delivery nationwide with code VIALL. Quince - Go to https://quince.com/viall for free shipping and 365-day returns on your order. Happy Viking - Visit https://drinkhappyviking.com and use code VIALL for 20% off your first purchase. Caraway - This deal is exclusive to our listeners. Visit https://carawayhome.com/viall to take advantage of this limited-time offer of 10% off your next purchase. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

Jan 11, 2024 • 2h 16min
E691 Going Deeper with Clayton Echard - “I Am Not The Father”
Clayton Echard, involved in a recent paternity scandal, defends his character while discussing facing false accusations, complicated paternity claims, and a paternity dispute. They also touch on crossing professional boundaries and complicated relationship dynamics. The speaker shares their experience in court for a false accusation case, highlighting the emotional and financial costs of false accusations.

Jan 9, 2024 • 1h 51min
E690 Ask Nick - Teachers Gone Wild / My Cheating Past
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 plans to get married, but her future brother-in-law refuses to attend the ceremony because it’s not in a church. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller hasn’t told her fiance that her last divorce was due to her own infidelity. She shares her guilt and is afraid he’ll leave her after she breaks the news. Our second caller has her first crush on another girl… and she happens to be her coworker. She’s dropped hints with little success and wants to know if she should make a move at their upcoming Christmas party. Our final caller has only been on 3 dates in 5 years. Is it her high standards, is it because she lives in a small town, or is it because she’s a f*ck boy? “To connect with people, you have to be willing to get to know them. You have to be vulnerable with them, and hope that they’ll be vulnerable with you. That’s how you make a connection.” 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. 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, 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: HelloFresh - Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/viallfree and use code viallfree for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/viall Helix - 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 Lume - As a special offer for our listeners, new customers GET $5 OFF a Lume Starter Pack with code VIALL at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com. That equates to over 40% off your Starter Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://www.Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code THEVIALLFILES. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell