The Viall Files
My name is Nick Viall and I host The Viall Files, a podcast that one anonymous reviewer called “surprisingly insightful and substantive.” The Viall Files explores all things dating and love - from post-breakup healing to salacious texts - in our three (and sometimes four) weekly episodes. Ask Nick - Every Monday, listeners navigating a challenging yet relatable interpersonal circumstance--from a 2 year situationship to a blowout fight with their mom to a friendship feud to reigniting intimacy after 10 years of marriage--call in for Nick's signature blunt yet compassionate advice. It's ripe with the type of hard truths your friends are too afraid to say, but you're better off for hearing. Bachelor Recap - We break down this week's episode of the Bachelor, Bachelorette, or Bachelor in Paradise on Tuesdays. This color commentary is full of hot takes, debates, jokes, and the insider knowledge only a former Bachelor can provide. Nick, Ali and Amanda are joined by special celebrity guests--you'd be surprised how many of your favorite actors and comedians are closet bachelor fans. Freestyle - On Tuesday during the Bachelor "off-season," we dive into the hot-button, zeitgeist topics--the latest celebrity drama, trending reality tv shows, new love song/music video that everyone's obsessed with, and occasionally a months-long highly publicized defamation trial between divorced A-list actors. Our lively discussions include takeaways we can all relate to. We also have "Texting Office Hours," a segment where we help a caller craft, edit, and press the send button on a nerve-wracking message. Going Deeper - Every Thursday, a special guest joins the show for a tell-all interview and to discuss their latest project, their philosophies on love and relationships, plus the most relevant pop culture topics. These episodes conclude with our beloved "Texting Office Hours " segment where Nick, the guest, and our co-hosts team up to give advice to a listener on a message they need help writing. The Update Show - The last Friday of the month, by popular demand (and we mean POPULAR) cliffhangers are resolved and burning questions are answered with updates from our most engaging callers. These much-anticipated follow-ups reveal if the caller took Nick's advice and how everything transpired, providing much-needed resolution to the callers' stories that stole our hearts and attention.
Episodes
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, Elizabeth Wagmeister joins the household to chat about all things reality television. We talk about the ongoing Diddy allegations, including the recently released security camera footage (TW: DV, SA). We also talk about RHONJ coming back to our screens and what we think of this new season. Then, we talk about Summer House and how we feel about Kyle criticizing Amanda an...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off by talking about public affection and the frisky couple in Battery Park. Then we get to our callers…
Our first caller is wondering if her in-laws are brainwashing her to have a baby. She and her husband are on the same page, not to have a baby right now… how should she confront them with love? Our second call is a mediation...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household Zooms with Nick and Natalie on their honeymoon to get all of the details about their trip to Puerto Rico! We also talk about some true-crime headlines, the Golden Bachelorette announcement, and how we think Tom Sandoval is trying to redeem himself. Then, we talk to Laverne Cox about stardom, dating and relationships, her childhood...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by country music star Lily Rose to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk to Nick and Natalie about their trip to New York, who they’ve run into, and some bones they have to pick with the city. Then, we talk about The Biebers’ pregnancy announcement, how we prepared for concerts/falling in love with musicians, and get an upda...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off by keeping the wedding mood going, and play a game of ‘I do, or I object’. Then we get to our callers…
Our first caller is recently single and is struggling to get over her ex’s comments about her body. She knows her ex was in the wrong, but it's easier said than done to forget without closure. Our second caller feels like...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines, such as the 2024 Met Gala, our thoughts on the Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Reunion Trailer, and updates on Rachel Leviss’ lawsuit against Tom and Ariana. Then, we talk to Joel McHale about working in Hollywood, comedy, parenting, cooking, dyslexia, and working on House of Villains. We a...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Josh Peck and Ben Soffer to chat about all things reality television. First, Josh gives his thoughts on attending Nick and Natalie’s wedding. Then, we dive into a conspiracy that Nick may have a hand in Bachelor casting and/or producing. We also talk about the Tom Brady Roast and getting a DM from Gypsy Rose. Next, we break down this week’s...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off by playing a game of ‘Ditch it or Fix it’: Relationship Habits Edition.
Our first caller is attending an expensive bachelorette party, and the bride is bragging that she doesn't have to pay for anything. Our caller no longer wants to go, but doesnt want to anger the bride and let the financial burden fall on the others. Our ...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about Nick and Natalie’s wedding - from the venue, the flowers, the outfits, the first look, the ceremony, reception and more! We also dive into what happened en route to their honeymoon that derailed their plans. Then, we talk to Ava Max about her heart being fragile, the world ending, music inspirations, so...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Girls Gotta Eat’s Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk about Taylor Swift’s new album breaking records and the ongoing feud with Kim Kardashian. Next, we talk about Kristin Cavallari and Rachel Leviss making headlines at Stagecoach. Then, we talk about some Housewives before divin...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off by introducing Nick to the ‘importance’ of technological etiquette in modern dating. Then we get to our callers…
Our first caller is married to an airline pilot, who she thinks had an emotional fair with his co-pilot. He’s told her interesting stories about his ‘friendship,’ and she continues to express her discomfort with ...
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 bring back our Thirst Trap segment: Coachella Edition!
Our first caller originally called in because her parents diagnosed their adolescent son every time t...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines - such as Nick and Natalie’s first Valentine’s Day together, Lala Kent’s sperm donor party, Rachel Leviss commenting on Tom Sandoval, Scheana working a shift at Chili’s, and Ally and James performing together.
Then, we talk to Alex Warren about his life - from losing his p...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Joy Bryant and Kate Aurthur to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk about Taylor Swift’s new album and her “thanK you aIMee” song. Next, we have a heated conversation about Pickleball and LA. Kate then breaks down the RHOSLC Monica Case before we dive into how the concept of The Valley was born. Next, Nick takes Lindsay'...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Today Patti Stanger joins us to talk about her history of matchmaking and her new show with Nick! Then we get to her callers…
Our first caller has been having issues with her husband since having their first child. She feels disconnected and unloved, while her husband sees nothing wrong. Our second caller is worried that the guy she’s s...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines - such as Rachel explaining why she took legal action against Ariana, Amanda not having photos of Kyle on her phone, Gypsy Rose having issues with her Ex-Fiance's food hoarding habits, Courtney Love calling Taylor Swift unimportant, April commenting on Gerry and Theresa’s divorce, Cryst...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Tom Schwartz coming at you live from the desert with PATRÓN El Alto to chat about all things Coachella and reality television. First, we talk about the #PATRÓNDESERT takeover. Then, we dive into Tom’s last appearance on The Viall Files with Tom Sandoval. Next, we talk about relationships - Jax and Brittany, Theresa and Gerry, Gypsy and Ryan...
Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Before we get to our callers, we talk about last week’s caller… A lot of you wanted to know our thoughts, and some of you even wrote in!
Our first caller had her engagement party spoiled by her “best friend,” who proceeded to bail on said party. She is afraid to confront her friend over this blunder and reconsider her as a bridesmaid. Ou...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together with Tyler Cameron to talk about recent headlines - such as Tyler’s new show, his OnlyFans, Gypsy Rose’s nose job, and Rachel encouraging Jo to post Katie and Dayna hate. Then, we talk to Monica Garcia about all things RHOSLC, Jen Shah, and Reality VonTease. We even get some insider information on if the other women ...
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by The Valley’s Zack Wickham to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk about how Zack spent the weekend moving his long term friend Brittany Cartwright into her new place. We then talk about Nick and Natalie’s date night before talking about Gypsy Rose separating from Ryan and getting tattoos with her ex. We also talk about t...
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