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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.

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    • 4.0 • 22.3K Ratings

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.

    RR - LIB’s Chelsea and Jimmy Plus Kate Middleton, VPR, RHOBH, and Summer House with Amy Kaufman

    RR - LIB’s Chelsea and Jimmy Plus Kate Middleton, VPR, RHOBH, and Summer House with Amy Kaufman

    Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by The LA Times’ Amy Kaufman to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk about where Kate Middleton is - and if we believe that people saw her out and about but no one got photo or video evidence of it. Then, we talk about Bachelor Nation’s Daisy being spotted in a music video (with some interesting lyrics). Then, we talk about Summer House and whether Lindsay tried to be Ariana but ended up becoming Sandoval. Next, we talk with Love is Blind’s Chelsea and Jimmy - asking everything about their experience, relationship, and current status. Finally, we talk about Vanderpump Rules and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. 
    “I think Scheana should pick Tom.” 
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    08:24 - Kate Middleton
    11:22 - Jay Shetty
    12:19 - Daisy Music Video
    21:47 - Lindsay Hubbard
    38:18 - Jimmy and Chelsea
    01:29:33 - Lindsay and Carl
    01:35:54 - VPR
    02:01:25 - RHOBH
    02:09:43 - Outro 
     

    • 2 hr 10 min
    Ask Nick - My Parents Are Diagnosing My Child

    Ask Nick - My Parents Are Diagnosing My Child

    Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Before we get to our callers, we debate the criteria regarding thirst traps… and expose our own in the process.
    Our first caller’s boyfriend is posting thirst traps on his instagram stories. He’s older than her, and one of his friends is jealous of their connection. Our second caller has a 14 month old son and every time her parents come over, they diagnose him with new things. They did this to her when she was younger and she does not want him to experience it as well. Our final caller is debating whether she should leave her company to work for their biggest competitor. She’s uncomfortable with the treatment she’s had so far, but loves her occupation. 
    “You have all the power and you just need to realize that, and leverage that, and use it.”
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    • 1 hr 49 min
    GD with AD Plus LIB Reunion Recap, Paris vs. Mauricio, Ariana on WWHL, and Royal Photoshop Part Two

    GD with AD Plus LIB Reunion Recap, Paris vs. Mauricio, Ariana on WWHL, and Royal Photoshop Part Two

    Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines - such as Paris Hilton calling out Mauricio Umansky, Ariana on Watch What Happens Live, and the second potentially photoshopped royal photo that’s been released of Kate Middleton. We also recap the Love is Blind Season 6 Reunion. Then, we talk to AD about filming Love is Blind - from her decision to go on the show, to her connections in the pods, to her relationship with Clay and his decision to say no at the altar. Then, we have a Texting Office Hours caller who needs help asking out a guy from her gym. 
    “He didn’t want to go off script.” 
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    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!
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    02:09 - Pop Topics
    17:28 - LIB Reunion
    41:59 - AD Interview Starts
    47:17 - Relationship with Clay
    01:08:55 - Reunion
    01:18:16 - Cast Questions
    01:34:12 - Texting Offices Hours
    01:45:12 - Reunion Continued
    01:50:26 - Outro

    • 1 hr 50 min
    RR - Oscars, Royal Photoshop, Traitors, Summer House, RHOBH, VPR, LIB, and Bach w/ Emily Longeretta

    RR - Oscars, Royal Photoshop, Traitors, Summer House, RHOBH, VPR, LIB, and Bach w/ Emily Longeretta

    Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap Edition! Today, we are joined by Variety’s Emily Longeretta to chat about all things reality television. First, we talk about the Oscars and Nick’s story of meeting Emma Stone and why other party guests thought he was a “monster.” We then talk about Kate Middleton’s photoshopped Mother’s Day post. Then, we talk about the Traitors finale. Next, we recap Summer House and how we feel about Lindsay vs. Carl. Then, we talk about Vanderpump Rules and Scheana’s comments on how she hasn’t had any moments about her. Next, we talk about the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion. Next up is Love is Blind, and how we feel about Clay’s decision. And finally, we talk about Bachelor and Joey’s Fantasy Suite dates. 
    “She cried more than she spoke! That’s her new cardio.” 
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    01:50 - Oscars
    12:23 - Kate Middleton Photoshop
    22:05 - Traitors
    30:16 - Summer House
    37:59 - Vanderpump Rules
    01:00:01 - RHOBH Reunion
    01:20:02 - Love is Blind
    01:39:18 - Bachelor
    02:03:11 - Outro 
     

    • 2 hr 4 min
    Ask Nick with Dr. Phil - He’s Going to Prison, Should We Date

    Ask Nick with Dr. Phil - He’s Going to Prison, Should We Date

    Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! This is a special one as we invite Dr. Phil to chime in on your burning questions. Before we get to our callers, Dr. Phil shares his take on modern parenting and the effects of social media on our youth. Then we get to our callers… 
    Our first caller just found out the guy she was talking to has a wife and kids. She wants to reach out to his wife to expose him… is that wrong? Our second caller’s boyfriend is going to prison after several DUIs. She’s accomplished her own sobriety and hasn’t felt like a priority for him in a while. Is her hope worth staying with him?
    “What are you pretending not to know?”
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    • 1 hr
    GD with Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt Plus Scheana Memes, JVN Exposé, and Alaia Baldwin’s Tampon

    GD with Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt Plus Scheana Memes, JVN Exposé, and Alaia Baldwin’s Tampon

    Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper Edition! To start things out, the household gets together to talk about recent headlines - such as Scheana memes circling the internet, Jonathan Van Ness’ exposé, and what actually led to Alaia Baldwin’s arrest. Then, we talk to Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt about filming The Hills, how to avoid noise from haters, their old spending habits, calling paparazzi on themselves, Scandoval, and the advice Spencer wanted to give Rachel. Then, we have a Texting Office Hours caller whose ex won’t stop contacting her - and she isn’t sure if she should tell his wife. We wrap up by talking about stalkers, Bling Ring, and get an exciting announcement from Spencer. 
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    05:30 - Hailey Beibers Sister
    14:03 - Scheana and VPR
    22:00 - Jonathan Van Ness
    24:50 - Love Is Blind
    32:48 - Welcome
    34:16 - TikTok Battles
    41:28 - The Hills
    01:02:24 - Parenthood
    01:12:15 - Spending
    01:20:10 - Calling Paparazzi
    01:29:28 - Reality Reckoning
    01:53:45 - Texting Office Hours
    02:04:48 - Stalkers & Bling Ring
    02:07:15 - Announcement
    02:21:14 - Outro

    • 2 hr 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5
22.3K Ratings

22.3K Ratings

19luisa19 ,

Timestamps

The filler talk is too much. Nick also sounds very condescending… just chill.

TitanUranus420 ,

Gives platform to garbage

Never mind the fact that he blew off a superior podcaster who happens to be a way better human, the host of this podcast continues to give platforms to people who don’t deserve the space to talk even more. The Joe Rogan of reality tv. Bleh.

tessaroonie ,

Bad editing

Almost every podcast I have listened to of this show has editing mistakes with skipping forward/back. It’s pretty consistent and frequent enough that I stopped listening regularly

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