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 3, 2020 • 1h 25min
E135 Canoes Are Romantic with Joe Thomas
This week Nick is joined by retired NFL player Joe Thomas. On this episode we find out that Joe's biggest game changing moments happened nowhere near the field. Joe shares how he met his wife, why he went fishing with his dad instead of going to the NFL draft, and how he sometimes finds himself watching The Bachelor and commentating like a sportscaster. He chases 4 little ones around the house, he cooks, he cleans, he podcasts, and he competes on Dwayne Johnson's The Titan Games. Retirement is everything he wanted it to be. "What's your why?" Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Thank you to our sponsors: BETTER HELP: betterhelp.com/VIALL LUMINESS TrySilk.com/VIALL HAWTHORNE: hawthorne.co CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 1, 2020 • 1h 34min
E134 Ask Nick - What Is It About Me? With Adam Ray
On this episode of Ask Nick we have comedian and fellow Kast Media Podcast Host Adam Ray with us to bluntly answer your questions. Today we have a woman whose boyfriend's ex-wife stays in his home when she brings the kids for visitation, An ex-Mormon in an open marriage, someone whose friends with benefits lifestyle is leading to self sabotage, and is logic keeping one woman from living in the moment? "Baby mama drama is a great Hootie and the Blowfish 90's cover band name." Send your questions to asknick@kastmedia.com. Thank you to our sponsors: Each & Every : eachandevery.com/viall CODE: VIALL Liquid IV: liquidiv.com CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2020 • 1h 15min
E133 Meghan Tonjes - Fat, Blessed & Thriving
Recording artist, YouTuber, & Podcaster Meghan Tonjes joins Nick this week challenging us to to think deeper and show up to conversations without thinking you know everything. An advocate for body+ Meghan has learned first hand from being body shamed on the internet the effects it can have on someone's self worth. She opposes Cancel Culture and shares with us how she thinks the world is not changing quickly enough, encouraging us to punch up rather than punching down. "It's not radical. It's just overdue." Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Thank you to our sponsors: EMBARK: embarkvet.com CODE: VIALL FLAMINGO: shopflamingo.com/VIALL BEST FIENDS: https://bestfiends.com/ FUNCTION OF BEAUTY: functionofbeauty.com/VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25, 2020 • 1h 35min
E132 Ask Nick - A Master Class with Rachel Lindsay
Ask Nick - A Master Class With Rachel LindsayToday on Ask Nick, Rachel Lindsey joins Nick to break down her conversation with Hannah Brown and helps educate us on how to be better allies today by understanding the past. We then jump into our callers and we talk to someone who keeps getting the "it's not you, it's me" at the end of her relationships, while long distance raises insecurities with another couple, a wife struggles with the people closest to her judging her husband for previously being in the porn industry, and a caller that needed to hear her baggage & location does not define her. "Find the one that puts up with all your bullshit, that's love." Send your sex and dating questions to asknick@kastmedia.com. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Masterclass: masterclass.com/viall Modern Fertility: modernfertility.com/viall Hawthorne: hawthorne.co CODE: VIALL Noom: noom.com/VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 20, 2020 • 1h 31min
E131 Laura Marano is Chasing Dreams Not Men
Today, Actor and Recording Artist Laura Marano joins us, but not before Nick shares his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Hannah Brown's Instagram Live video. Laura speaks with us about how her personal relationships influence her writing process, especially her new single "Cant Hold On Forever." We find out that Laura is probably the only 24 year old in Hollywood with a flip phone, her views on growing up Disney, and how her career has impacted her philosophy on dating. Is double texting an actual thing? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: TRUE BOTANICALS: truebotanicals.com/viall MAGIC SPOON: magicspoon.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 19, 2020 • 1h 7min
E130 LTYH Finale Recap with Kaitlyn Bristowe
Today Kaitlyn Bristowe joins Nick to recap the anticipated Listen to Your Heart finale episode. But first, they talk about Kaitlyn's new song "If I'm Being Honest," how she came about writing the song, and the vulnerability that goes along with releasing something personal. Then, they wrap up the LTYH finale and season. Who's musical chemistry was palpable (and who's clearly wasn't?) Who's talent do they think will go beyond the show? And what does it mean to see someone's soul, Trevor?? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: BETTER HELP: betterhelp.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2020 • 1h 22min
E129 Ask Nick - The Biggest Liar
On today's Ask Nick, Nick dives into how often we lie to ourselves to protect our egos. Nick speaks with someone who keeps going back to her comfort zone hookup even though she "knows" it won't work, someone whose exciting world-traveling long-distance relationship has ended in a sudden long-distance breakup, someone whose new quarantine crush seems to be fizzling, and someone looking for tips on navigating quarantine online dating. Learn to tell yourself, "I gotta stop doing that!" ...and then actually do it. Send your sex and dating questions to asknick@kastmedia.com. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: LUMIN: luminskin.com/viall THERAGUN: theragun.com/viall HIDRATE SPARK: hidratespark.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 13, 2020 • 1h 6min
E128 Raja Kumari on Being an Other
On this episode of Viall Files the multifaceted Rapper and Pop Star Raja Kumari joins Nick. Raja discusses feeling like an outsider growing up in LA with Indian roots, how she discovered rap through classical Indian music, and about the Brown Renaissance. Raja does not hold back in sharing her truth about dating, marriage, and what she envisions for the future for a multicultural America. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: MAGIC SPOON: magicspoon.com/viall EMBARK DOG: embarkdog.com PROMO: Viall GRUBHUB: grubhub.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 12, 2020 • 1h 6min
E127 LTYH Ep 5 recap with Arden Myrin
Arden Myrin joins Nick to go over the penultimate episode of The Bachelor's Listen to Your Heart. But first, we check in during the pandemic. Then, Nick has a strong opinion on Matt and Rudy, Arden calls Ryan and Natasha "Harry Potter and The Pussycat Doll," and we discuss that date to the wedding chapel. Do you think Trevor is into Jamie? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: FUNCTION OF BEAUTY: FunctionofBeauty.com/viall LUMINESS: TrySilk.com/VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 11, 2020 • 1h 8min
E126 Ask Nick- Failure to "Finish" with Claudia Oshry
The Morning Toast's Claudia Oshry joins Nick to answer fan questions about sex and dating. But first, Claudia and Nick discuss cancel culture during a pandemic. Then, they talk to someone who woke up and stopped loving their boyfriend, someone whose boyfriend always has to "finish" by himself, a woman who wants custody of the dog, and a concerned friend. "I'm takin' the dog…dumbass!" Send your sex and dating questions to asknick@kastmedia.com. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: CROSSROPE: https://www.crossrope.com/viall RITUAL: https://ritual.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
