The Viall Files
Episodes
E356 Bachelorette Recap With Rod Thill
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with TikToker, Rod Thill. On this Recap, we start by grieving Joe going home and trying to figure out...
E355 Ask Nick - Exposure Therapy for Dating
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on another Ask Nick, we start with our first caller who struggles when her boyfriend refuses to get vaccinated even though she and her family ha...
E354 Tefi Pessoa - Not Living In Absolutes
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by media presenter and TikToker, Tefi Pessoa. You’ll know her from her YouTube talk show Tefi, or from her TikTok content @hello...
E353 Bachelorette Recap With Emma Gray
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with Emma Gray, Editor at Huffpost and Co-Host of the #LoveToSeeIt Podcast. On this Recap, we start o...
E352 Ask Nick - You Deserve a Great Orgasm
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we continue to dive into the wild world of situationships. We start with our first caller who struggles when she feels that her boyf...
E351 Charly Jordan - Trusting Your Gut
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by model, entrepreneur, DJ, and social media star, Charly Jordan. On this episode we dive into talking about being big on social m...
E350 Bachelorette Recap With Amanda Hirsch
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with Amanda Hirsch, the creator of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. We kick things off with Bach h...
E349 Ask Nick - Dating My Ex’s Lover’s Ex
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we dive into the wild world of situationships. We start with our first caller who after being cheated on by their fiancé, develops ...
E348 Michelle Young
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by the Michelle Young! In this interview we dig deep, trying to get the tea on all of the drama surrounding this season of The Bac...
E347 Bachelorette Recap With Ali and Amanda
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with The Viall Files Team, Ali and Amanda. We kick things off by getting some of the Bach hot goss fr...
E346 Ask Nick - He’s Not a Science Project
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we dive into the wild world of situationships. We start with our first caller who started dating a girl who moves cities every few m...
E345 What We Can Learn From "All Too Well" with Dr. Diane Strachowski
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Dr. Diane Strachowski to dive into breaking down Taylor Swift’s release of her “All Too Well” short film, accompanying Ta...
E344 Bachelorette Recap with Jason Ritter
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with actor and producer, Jason Ritter! On this episode we dive into talking about traveling to Minneapo...
E343 Ask Nick - It’s Not a Red Flag, It’s Life
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick, we dive into talking with a caller who is re-entering the dating world, while still grieving the death of their father, wondering h...
E342 GloZell Green - Block Your Mama
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by the effervescent comedian and YouTuber, GloZell Green! On this episode we dive into talking about being an introvert, interview...
E341 Bachelorette Recap With Zuri Hall
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with entertainment reporter, television personality, and podcast host, Zuri Hall! On this episode, we d...
E340 Ask Nick - 86 Your Social Media
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we dive into talking with a caller who is dealing with an ex-boyfriend that’s stalking them while also unpacking the previous unhe...
E339 Connor Wood - Lessons From Living Alone
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Nick sits down with the very funny, social media rising star, Connor Wood- also known as: Fibula. Nick jumps right into calling Connor out on hi...
E338 Bachelorette Recap With Ali Barthwell
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're breaking down all the Bachelorette drama with Ali Barthwell, comedian and staff writer for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Vulture! On th...
E337 Ask Nick - What If It Was Cocaine?
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we dive into talking with a caller who is processing their feelings after breaking up with their girlfriend, hooking up with a toxic...
E336 Tim Simons & Matt Walsh - Fully Evolved Fame Experts
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Nick sits down with the hosts of the most popular podcast ever created in the history of the world, the hilarious Matt Walsh and Tim Simons. Mat...
E335 Bachelorette Recap With Jim Jefferies
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with another Bachelorette recap, joined by comedian, actor, and writer, Jim Jefferies! On this recap we dive into addressing the Katie and...
E334 Ask Nick - Introducing Temptation
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick, we start with someone who after getting into a polyamorous relationship with a married couple, attempts to navigate the relationshi...
E333 Remi Bader - Not There Yet and That's Ok
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by the lovely and extremely relatable Remi Bader. Remi keeps it real, sharing how she got to Tik Tok stardom during the pandemic b...
E332 Bachelorette Recap With Cathy Kelley
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for another season of recapping as we jump right into the premiere episode of the new Bachelorette. On today’s Bachelorette recap we are...
E331 Ask Nick - You’re Lucky That You’re Sad
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we start with someone who had pre-established an end to her relationship with her partner given the fact that she would have to move...
E330 Ivan Hall Tells All
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by THE Ivan Hall, from Season 16 of the Bachelorette and this season of Bachelor in Paradise. On this episode, we let Ivan spill t...
E329 Ask Nick - Simplify Your Moments
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Monday and that means another edition of Ask Nick! Today we first speak with someone who was sleeping with her half-sister's not-blood cousin, a...
E328 Emily DiDonato - Learn To Do, Not To Hate
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Emily DiDonato, the model, influencer, YouTuber, creative, and much more. On this episode we dive into talking about modeling, ...
E327 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Manny Gutierrez
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Bachelor Recap we are joined by make-up artist, YouTuber, entrepreneur, and beauty blogger, Manny Gutierrez to recap the finale of this s...
E326 Ask Nick - Watch Your Bias
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of Ask Nick, we first pivot in the world of relationships to someone who wants to know how to navigate personal growth and how to...
E325 Rod Thill - Show Me Your Anxiety
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by TikTok star Rod Thill. Creating videos and rising to popularity during the pandemic, Rod creates videos that focus on work-from...
E324 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Bri Springs and Kit Keenan
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Bachelor Recap we are joined by both Bri Springs and Kit Keenan from the 25th season of The Bachelor. In this recap we dive into discussi...
E323 Ask Nick - Vulnerability Collateral
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick, we start by speaking with someone who is having intimacy issues with her boyfriend which has led her to flirting with someone else....
E322 Amelie Zilber - Substance Comes From Within
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by influencer, activist, and model, Amelie Zilber. Amelie uses her platform to educate fans about political issues she cares about...
E321 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Elizabeth Wagmeister
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Bachelor Recap we have the journalist, reporter, and writer, Elizabeth Wagmeister! On this episode we talk about an awkward date between ...
E320 Ask Nick - You’re the Gatekeeper of Your Dating Life
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we first speak with someone who started dating an addict and, even though they've had great dates, deep down is realizing it might b...
E319 Dr. Amen - Your Brain & Your Relationship
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Dr. Amen, one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. He has authored or coauthored 80 professional arti...
E318 Bachelor In Paradise Recap with Justin Long & Christian Long
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You asked for it and we heard you …Justin Long & Christian Long join Nick today to breakdown all of the Bachelor In Paradise drama. Have Justin’s ...
E317 Ask Nick - It Doesn’t Have To Mean Something
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick, our first caller was cheated on by her husband and is still wanting to work it out but he refers to her as his "fall b...
E316 Michael Allio Tells All
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Michael Allio from Katie’s season of The Bachelorette. Michael answers all the questions that Nick and Bachelor Nation have b...
E315 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Ali Barthwell
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're breaking down all the BIP drama with Ali Barthwell, comedian, staff writer for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Vulture! Ali brings the ho...
E314 Ask Nick - Hope Isn’t Going To Get You There
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick our first caller is in a rotating pattern with the same guy: they hook up, they try to define the relationship, and the...
E313 Tyler Merritt - Default to Love
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Viall Files, Nick sits down once again with friend-of-the-show, the inspirational Tyler Merritt. Tyler and Nick don’t hold back, diving...
E312 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Dave Holmes
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we recap Bachelor In Paradise with one of our recap staples Dave Holmes. Dave and Nick break down two nights of Paradise which is not an easy ...
E311 Ask Nick - You Don't Want Leftover Him
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on another edition of Ask Nick, we begin with someone who is into her neighbor and thinks she's been obvious about it but he still hasn't taken ...
E310 Matt King - Cultivating Curiosity
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Nick is joined by host of the Hoot & A Half podcast and popular internet phenom, the charming, Matt King. Nick and Matt jump right into it talki...
E309 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Lance Bass
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Bachelor in Paradise recap Nick is joined by the one, the only: Lance Bass. With a lot happening, Lance and Nick have much to talk about ...
E308 Ask Nick - Finding The Baby Daddy
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we begin with a woman who never got a DNA test on her daughter to find out which of the two men she slept with was her ...
E307 CNCO - Dating, Insecurities, & Boundaries
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by CNCO. CNCO is a Multi-platinum and Latin Grammy nominated boy band racing up the charts and they are opening up and sharing mor...
E306 Bachelor In Paradise Recap With Cathy Kelley
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we recap Bachelor In Paradise with television personality and friend of show Cathy Kelley. Nick and Cathy cover all the hot button topics in Par...
E305 Ask Nick - Too Much Porn
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we begin with a woman whose boyfriend accidentally texted her porn which led to a serious discussion about porn and the...
E304 Greg Grippo Tells All
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Bachelorette contestant Greg Grippo. Nick asks him all the questions you want the answers to and nothing is held back. What is ...
E303 The Bachelorette Recap With Mina Kimes & Dr. Diane Strachowski
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we recap The Bachelorette finale with friend of show Mina Kimes and Psychologist Dr. Diane Strachowski. In breaking down the episode, we cover ...
E302 Ask Nick - Your Ex Has No Room In Your Current Relationship
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with a woman who has been with someone for 3 years and he continues to break up with her over things she consi...
E301 Dr. Alexandra Solomon - A Clinical Look At The Break - Up of Katie & Greg
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a bonus episode of The Viall Files. Today we are joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon. Over the last two decades, Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon has b...
E300 Missi Pyle - Sex & Life While Talking “Sex/Life”
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sex, Infidelity, Fantasy, Marriage, and Netflix! That is right, today on our 300th episode Nick and guest, Missi Pyle, take the time to break down the...
E299 The Bachelorette Recap With Wells Adams
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with the one and only, Wells Adams. Nick and Wells’ experiences on this show, make the discussion about this...
E298 Ask Nick - I Cheated, Now What
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with someone who has made a self-proclaimed mess of things by cheating on her boyfriend with someone in her fr...
E297 Dr. Maya Shankar - The Secrets To Changing Peoples Minds
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Maya Shankar is a behavioral scientist that discusses with Nick how it is possible to change people's minds not only in personal relationships, bu...
E296 The Bachelorette Recap With Tristan Watson
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Bachelorette Recap With Tristan Watson Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with Tristan Watson. You may know Tristan from his live recaps...
E295 Ask Nick - You’re Not Over It
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with talking about cheating. Our first caller’s boyfriend cheated on her with his ex who is still in their f...
E294 Olivia O’Brien - I’ll Write a Song About You
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of The Viall Files we are joined by recording artist, Olivia Obrien. Olivia uses so much of her personal life in her writing and mu...
E293 The Bachelorette Recap With Zuri Hall
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with one of our favorite television personalities, the one and only Zuri Hall. First Nick and Zuri give their ...
E292 Ask Nick - Can You Be Too Emotional?
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we begin by speaking with someone who says she is “highly emotional” and working on it in therapy, but doesn’t th...
E291 Steve-O - Gripped By Fear
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of The Viall Files we are joined by the legendary Steve-O. You know him from MTV’s Jack Ass, his stand up comedy, or just from be...
E290 The Bachelorette Recap With MAX
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with recording artist MAX who was on this weeks episode, and after a week of living on the same floor with the...
E289 Ask Nick - Romance Novel Romance
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with a caller that is very attracted to someone who is working around her home. He is married and she knows sh...
E288 Dominic Monaghan & Billy Boyd - Bad Butts, Geekiness & Life Lessons
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On todays episode of The Viall Files we are joined by the amazingly dynamic duo that is Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan. Most you will know them from ...
E287 The Bachelorette Recap with Natalie Joy
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we recap the Bachelorette with Nick's one and only, Natalie Joy. Recording from Nick's childhood home in Wisconsin, they cover all of Natalie's ...
E286 Ask Nick - Stop Calling It Serial Dating
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we first speak with a woman who is struggling with her husband's new jealousy when it comes to her co-workers of the op...
E285 Katie Thurston Gets Heartbroken
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by The Bachelorette herself, Katie Thurston. Katie shares with us what we didn't see when it came to Tre & Thom...
E284 The Bachelorette Recap With Dave Holmes
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with the one and only Dave Holmes. Nick and Dave break it all down from Thomas’s exit, the mob mentality on ...
E283 Ask Nick - You’re Manipulating Yourself Into Staying
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we first speak with someone who has been with her boyfriend for 7 years. After having 2 kids together she wants to get ...
E282 Lease On Life with Andy Grammer
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by recording artist Andy Grammer. Nick and Andy jump right in and get deep discussing self worth, egos, balance...
E281 The Bachelorette Recap With Chrishell Stause
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are recapping The Bachelorette with friend of show, Selling Sunset's, Chrishell Stause. Chrishell joins us for her third time to go through a...
E280 Ask Nick - I Made A Mistake
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we begin with a woman who is having trouble with the person she is seeing because he is a little too passive when it co...
E279 Dating Theories With Tinx
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by TikTok sensation Tinx. Tinx talks to us about all of her dating theories from Boyfriend Sickness & The Ick L...
E278 The Bachelorette Recap with Heather McDonald
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on our recap of The Bachelorette we are joined by comedian Heather McDonald, who hosted one of the dates on this week's show. Heather gives us a...
E277 Ask Nick - You See Failure As Wrong
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we begin with a woman who is going through a divorce, and an ex that "got away” has reached out. Unfortunately, he is...
E276 Hungover On Good Dick with Nikki Glaser
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by friend-of-show, Nikki Glaser. Nikki has some new outlooks on dating and we dive deep into what is working fo...
E275 The Bachelorette Recap With Teddi Mellencamp
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with Bachelorette Recap Episodes and today we are joined, once again, by super fan Teddi Mellencamp. Last year, Teddi successfully predict...
E274 Ask Nick- He Was Always Living The Single Life
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick our first caller started “dating” someone she respected who was really well known in their industry but turned out ...
E273 It’s Kevin with Brian Baumgartner
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by Actor & Comedian Brian Baumgartner who you may know best as Kevin Malone from The Office. Brian has a podc...
E272 Ask Nick - Handling Rejection
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with a guy who wants to know how much effort is too much effort to put into a girl that he likes (hoping that ...
E271 Being Creative with Ben Folds
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by recording artist Ben Folds. Ben has a new podcast called Lightening Bugs which explores creativity, so Nick ...
E270 Ask Nick - Learning To Say No
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Ask Nick we start with a caller who is a virgin at 33 years old and, after experiencing trauma, is super cautious about dating. ...
E269 Soccer Mom-ing With Molly Sims
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by the model, actress, mom, and now podcaster, Molly Sims. Molly's new podcast, called Lipstick On The Rim, tal...
E268 Ask Nick- He’s Manipulating You
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is Monday which means it is time for Ask Nick. On today's episode we start with someone who is dating someone who says they are in a relationship b...
E267 Erotic Energy with Sheila Kelley
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we have one of our favorite conversations with Sheila Kelley. Sheila is not only an actress you may know from shows like The...
E266 Ask Nick - Zero Tolerance Policy
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's Ask Nick we start with a someone who is confused after getting a divorce and moving back in with her ex husband. He is saying all the right...
E265 Mental Dating Gymnastics with Christa Allen
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by Christa Allen today to have a conversation about life and relationships. Most people know Christa from 13 Going On 30, or Revenge, an...
E264 Ask Nick - I Store My Heart In My Vagina
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's Ask Nick we start with a woman who is dealing with someone she dated that just won’t take no for an answer, and is trying to figure out w...
E263 Addiction, Feminism, & Self Love with Kelly Osbourne & Jeff Beacher
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly Osbourne and Jeff Beacher join us today for a very honest conversation mixed with a little bit of chaos. Today we catch up with these best frien...
E262 Ask Nick - Test Me, Lose Me
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Monday which means it is time for Ask Nick. Today we start with someone who has been living in a toxic relationship with a boyfriend who tests he...
E261 Introverts & Extroverts With Expert Susan Cain
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we get to an audience requested topic: Introverts vs. Extroverts. Expert on this topic, Susan Cain, is the author of bestsell...
E260 A Topical Bachelor Conversation with Dave Holmes
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Holmes returns to The Viall Files today as we take a minute on this Bachelor break to sort through some of the recent topics surrounding Bachelor...
E259 Ask Nick - Giving Into Fear Won’t Make You Happy
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Ask Nick we start with someone who is struggling with the commitment she made to her marriage while trying to work through her husbands cheat...
HOWIE MANDEL DOES STUFF IS AVAILABLE NOW
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian and celebrity host Howie Mandel infiltrates the podcasting space with his co-host (and daughter!) Jackelyn Shultz. Together, these two make p...
E258 Life Is A Filter with Jennie Garth & Tori Spelling
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Viall Files we are joined by town iconic television personalities, Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling. Their new podcast 9021OMG gives fans a...