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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.

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E31 Getting a Drink with Tyler Cameron

Straight from The Bachelorette’s After The Final Rose, Tyler Cameron joins us in the studio to unpack it all. He opens up about his first heartbreak, he shares a hilarious story about where he was when he found out he was going on the show, and we finally solve the mystery of the salmon jackets. Then we play "Do You Know Me?” with Tyler and take questions from fans.Use those loofahs, give love a second chance, and stay grounded. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Donate to Nick’s campaign for cystic fibrosis: https://finest.cff.org/walkthepurplecarpet/nickviall Thank you to our sponsors:BOMBAS: https://bombas.com/viall CHEERS: https://takecheers.com/viall  FRANK AND OAK: https://www.frankandoak.com/viall  EMBARK: https://embarkvet.com CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 32mins

31 Jul 2019

Rank #1

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E42 Leading With Our Flaws with Dean Unglert

Dean Unglert of The Bachelor drives his van to the studio to get deep with Nick! He talks about getting ahead of criticism, he explains why he went back to the beach for Caelynn, and he explores the root of his alternate lifestyle choices.  Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Donate or get tickets to Nick’s campaign for cystic fibrosis: https://finest.cff.org/walkthepurplecarpet/nickviall THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: NOOM: https://www.noom.com/viall RAYCON: http://buyraycon.com/viall ARTICLE: http://article.com/nick See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 30mins

11 Sep 2019

Rank #2

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E11 Demi Burnett

This week I’m joined by Demi Burnett from Colton’s season to talk all things Bachelor. We discuss the difference between being strong and being mean, react to the new Bachelorette, and talk about how it’s better to be the real you than the “you” you think people want to see. Then we answer a fan question about how to deal with difficult moms, and a guy asks why girls won't commit.  Demi is hilarious, and I really enjoyed talking with her. I hope you enjoy it, too!  Send your sex and dating questions to asknick@kastmedia.com. We'd love to have you on the show.   Get tickets for our live show on March 31st with Ashley Iaconetti! https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pe.c/10387186Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 43mins

13 Mar 2019

Rank #3

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E190 The Bachelorette Recap With ABC Executive Rob Mills

We are joined today by ABC Senior Vice President of Alternative Series, Specials, & Late Night Programming, Robert Mills. If you want an inside look at The Bachelorette, then get ready as Nick and Rob talk in detail about what happened on this weeks episode, when they started to realize Clare was about to “blow up The Bachelorette”, and how are things going with Matt James. We even get Rob to let us in on some Dancing With The Stars updates and a conversation he had with one of the contestants that could have changed the path for many fan favorites of The Bachelor franchise.   “There is honest and real, and then there is whatever it was that you did.” Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@kastmedia.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Bubs Naturals: http://www.bubsnaturals.com use promo code VIALL for 20% off your first order.  Greenpan: http://www.greenpn.us use promo code VIALL to receive 30%off your entire order plus free shipping on orders over $50. Natural Habits: http://www.nhoils.com use code KRISSY at check out for 30% off.  Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall @millsy11374 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

58mins

28 Oct 2020

Rank #4

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E54 Pit Stains and Privacy with Becca Tilley

The wonderful Becca Tilley of The Bachelor joins Nick today to talk about doing things that scare us. She reveals the awkward first conversation she had with Nick, opens up about why she went on the show a second time, and talks about her current relationship. Was the iHeart Festival Nick’s “Stagecoach?” You’ll have to listen to find out! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Donate to Nick's campaign to cure cystic fibrosis: https://finest.cff.org/walkthepurplecarpet THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: CALMING COMFORT: https://www.calmingcomfortblanket.com CODE: VIALL HUNT A KILLER: http://huntakiller.com/viall PROACTIV: https://www.proactiv.com/nick SHIPSTATION: https://www.shipstation.com/welcome-podcast-listener/ CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 22mins

23 Oct 2019

Rank #5

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E98 Bachelor Recap - Ep 9: Fantasy Suites with Megan Gailey

Comedian Megan Gailey joins Nick to talk about the Fantasy Suites episode of The Bachelor. They discuss the evil approach of having all the women stay in the same place, the difficulty of sleeping with multiple people before an engagement, and then Nick shares his theory for the end of the season. Get your ViFi merch at https://shop.viallfiles.com/. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: WANTABLE: http://wantable.com/viall THERAGUN: http://theragun.com/viall DIPSEA: https://www.dipseastories.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 18mins

25 Feb 2020

Rank #6

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E56 Steeny Vibes with The Morning Toast

Claudia and Jackie Oshry of The Morning Toast join Nick today to GET INTO IT. Claudia opens up about when she was assaulted by a powerful celebrity, they share what it’s like being married at a young age, and they talk about the power of facing your fears. Keep those Steeny Vibes going! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: EMBARK: https://embarkvet.com CODE: VIALL SHIPSTATION: https://www.shipstation.com/ click the microphone and enter VIALL BEST FIENDS: https://download.bestfiends.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 17mins

30 Oct 2019

Rank #7

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E95 Bachelor Recap- Ep 8: Hometowns with Cazzie David

The talented Cazzie David recaps this season's Hometowns episode. We talk about Hannah Ann’s hilarious conversation with her sister, Madison’s parents’ involvement in her virginity, and Kelsey’s sad departure. Plus, you have to hear Cazzie’s impression of Victoria F.  What does Nick think about the final three living together during Fantasy Suites? You’ll have to listen to find out! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: UNDERCOVER TOURIST: http://undercovertourist.com/viall GRAVITY BLANKETS: http://gravityblankets.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 5mins

18 Feb 2020

Rank #8

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E208 The Bachelorette Recap With Raven Gates

For this recap of The Bachelorette we are joined by one of Bachelor Nations favorite contestants Raven Gates. Nick and Raven break down the Bennett and Noah drama while comparing it to the emotional intelligence conversation on NIck’s season between Taylor and Corrine, they get analytical about home towns and lie detectors and most importantly they discuss why they think Jojo did not say there was a final rose on the table. Its an episode filled with healthy debates and theories you don’t want to miss.  “She can not let people know there is only one rose on the table.” Make sure to check out Ravens new clothing line at www.shopgreysuede.com and she is giving our listeners 30% off the entire month with code NICK.  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@kastmedia.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Rum Haven: http://www.discover.rumhaven.com for the latest tips, recipes, and giveaways. Thereagun: http://www.theragun.com/viall to Try for 30 days.  Shipstation: http://www.shipstation.com use code VIALL to try it FREE for 60 days.  Dipsea: http://www.dipseastories.com/VIALL for a 30 day FREE trial.  Usual Wines: http://usualwines.com use code VIALL for $8 off your first order and get your first glass is on us.  Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall @ravennicolegates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 14mins

9 Dec 2020

Rank #9

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E79 Bachelor Recap- Ep 2 with Juliet Litman

Juliet Litman of the Bachelor Party podcast joins Nick to discuss the second episode of The Bachelor. They talk about the drama surrounding Madi Rose, dissect Hannah Ann’s moves on the group date, and praise Pilot Pete for his authenticity. Then they talk about the modeling history of Victoria. Visit viallfiles.com for merch and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

42mins

14 Jan 2020

Rank #10

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E101 Bachelor Recap with Lauren Zima- Ep. 10 Women Tell All

Entertainment Tonight's Lauren Zima joins us to talk about the announcement of the new Bachelorette! Then, Nick asks Lauren about that tweet she deleted and her strong stance on Madi. They discuss the "winners and losers" of Women Tell All. Did we finally get clarity? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Thanks to our sponsors: WARBY PARKER: https://www.warbyparker.com/viall GRUBHUB: Download the app and use code VIALL HUNT A KILLER: https://www.huntakiller.com/viall CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 7mins

3 Mar 2020

Rank #11

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E46 Life After Paradise with Demi Burnett

Demi Burnett joins us for her third Viall Files interview to discuss life after Bachelor in Paradise! Nick and Demi talk about the pressures of getting engaged on TV, they discuss the importance of maintaining your sense of self while in a relationship, and Demi lets us know what’s next. Plus, she shares some behind-the-scenes scoop on Dancing with the Stars and a hilarious story about Hannah G. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: AWAY: https://www.awaytravel.com/viall EMBARK: https://embarkvet.com CODE: VIALL MANSCAPED: https://www.manscaped.com/ CODE: VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 4mins

25 Sep 2019

Rank #12

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E6 Rachel Lindsay

In this very special episode, I'm joined by my "ex" Rachel Lindsay to talk all about clapping back on social media. We debate if she knew I was going to pick Vanessa, whether or not Elyse made the right move on the latest episode of The Bachelor, and we dish out some more great advice to listeners.What can I say? We have great chemistry. Listen to hear more and subscribe so you can stay up to date!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 49mins

6 Feb 2019

Rank #13

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E113 Peter Weber Speaks Out

Pilot Pete talks to Nick to break his silence about it all. He tells us what actually happened between him and Madi, what he thinks of Barb’s reaction during ATFR, and what’s going on with Kelley. Plus, he shares the story of what went down when he first met Kelley. Buckle your seatbelts, guys! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: HELIX SLEEP: http://helixsleep.com/viall BETTERHELP: http://betterhelp.com/viall ARTICLE: http://article.com/viall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 20mins

7 Apr 2020

Rank #14

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E76 Bachelor Recap with January Jones

January Jones joins us for a special Tuesday episode to recap the dramatic first episode of The Bachelor! We talk about January’s top five pics, we get her thoughts on Hannah B’s breakdown, and Nick gives some behind-the-scenes perspectives.  What does January think of Pilot Pete? You’ll have to listen to find out!  Check out January’s new Netflix show Spinning Out. Use code JANUARY to get 30% your Natural Habits essential oils: https://nhoils.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

51mins

7 Jan 2020

Rank #15

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E19 Breaking Down F*ckboys with Call Her Daddy

Today I’ve brought on the ladies of Call Her Daddy, Alexandra Cooper and Sofia Franklyn, to talk about…well…f*ckboys. What are they, why are they, and AM I ONE?? These women are hilarious and definitely kept me on my toes. We also take a call from fans, and one of them took me by surprise. Get ready to learn about Voodoo Clams, the Gluck Gluck 9000, and how to trap a f*ckboy. Be sure to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Thanks to our sponsors: NOOM http://noom.com/viall HUM NUTRITION http://humnutrition.com/get_started See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 37mins

8 May 2019

Rank #16

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E92 Bachelor Recap - Ep 7: Oh Lord with Lauren Lapkus

Today the hilarious Lauren Lapkus joins us to discuss the latest episode of The Bachelor. We talk about Natasha’s pity date, discuss whether Kelley is a villain or a hero, and wonder at the probability that Peter ends up with Madison in the end. Next up, hometowns! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: IMPERFECT FOODS: https://www.imperfectfoods.com/VIALL  HIDRATE SPARK: https://hidratespark.com CODE: VIALL ECHELON: https://echelonfit.com/viall  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 11mins

11 Feb 2020

Rank #17

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E74 New Year with Wells Adams

Wells Adams, bartender from Bachelor in Paradise and good friend, joins Nick for a special New Year’s Day episode! Nick and Wells reflect on 2019, they share their favorite New Year’s Eve memories, and they discuss their theories on why Wells attracts so many great things into his life. What's your New Year's resolution? Happy New Year! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: MTV SIESTA KEY: http://www.mtv.com/shows/siesta-key RITUAL: https://ritual.com/viall ATHLETIC GREENS: https://athleticgreens.com/viall BEST FIENDS: https://download.bestfiends.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 18mins

1 Jan 2020

Rank #18

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E207 Ask Nick - Permission Granted With Chrishell Stause

On this weeks super sized episode of Ask Nick we are joined by friend of the show Chrishell Stause. We are so happy to have Crishell back to give a female perspective to some of our callers today, and we may try to pry into the developments into her personal life as well. Our first caller is a 27 year old virgin who is fine dating and “running the bases” but is waiting for the feeling of love before she has sex for the first time. Next we speak with someone who is feeling the guilt of moving on too soon in the fear she will hurt her exes feelings. Third , we chat with a woman who’s love language is gifting and her boyfriend is not understanding she needs him to show her he loves her sometimes because in the bedroom he is not reciprocating oral sex which is weighing heavily on their relationship. With our next question a woman is having a hard time losing her best friend who she had a one time sexual relationship with when her current boyfriend does not want her around their relationship. Our final caller grew up in a very emotionally abusive family and found herself dating the people she grew up surrounded by, but when she started dating a really good guy she found herself being the one toxic in the relationship.  “ What other people think of you is none of your business“ Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@kastmedia.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Amazon Music: http://www.amazon.com/VIALL for your first 3 months of Amazon Music Free. Article: http://www.article.com/VIALL for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more.  Cratejoy: http://www.cratejoy.com/VIALL to get 30% off your first box and shop Cratejoy’s holiday specials.  Huzzah Probiotic Seltzer: http://www.drinkhuzzah.com use code VIALL for 20% off.  Episode Socials:  Viall Files @viallfiles Nick Viall @nickviall Chrishell Stause @chrishell.stause See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 37mins

7 Dec 2020

Rank #19

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E61 Ask Nick - 40 Year-Old Virgin with Brad Goreski

Today we are joined by return guest Brad Goreski to answer questions from listeners! We talk to a 40 year-old virgin, a woman who is struggling with an old friendship, someone whose boyfriend won’t move in with her, and a woman who fell for a mentally-ill man.  Listen to Brad’s new podcast Brad Behavior! Send your sex and dating questions to asknick@kastmedia.com.  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: YOUCISIAN: https://yousician.com/viall ARTICLE: https://www.article.com/nick - $50 off!  EMBARK: https://embarkvet.com CODE: VIALL BETTER HELP: https://www.betterhelp.com/VIALL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1hr 30mins

18 Nov 2019

Rank #20