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 make sure she’s doing it for herself and not him. Next, we speak with someone who seems to keep attracting the wrong guys in dating. Is it her, or just some self-limiting beliefs? Finally, we speak with someone who wants clarity on her recent situationship and whether or not she was being gaslit.  “It's an explanation...not a justification.”  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.  For merch please visit www.viallfiles.com today! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Storyworth: http://www.StoryWorth.com/viall for $10 off your first purchase Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

E326 Ask Nick - Watch Your Bias

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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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's side on Carl not being motivated. And finally, we discuss the Vanderpump Rules cast and their money problems. “I need to find the bunker Lala is in now that the Swifties are coming after her.”  Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com  If you would like to get some texting advice send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Manscaped - Help save lives (and balls!) by going over to https://www.Manscaped.com/TCS and sharing their funny, educational “Check Yo’ Self” video. And while you’re at it, grab 20% OFF + Free Shipping with code VIALL. Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe. Go to https://www.Quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://www.Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code THEVIALLFILES. Bubly - Try Bubly’s new Bubly Burst today!  ZOA Energy - Available online and at a store near you. Find out where you can find it at https://www.ZOAEnergy.com and fine retailers like Amazon, 7-Eleven, Costco, Circle K and more. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @joybeezy @kateaurthur @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 06:16 - Taylor’s New Album 15:52 - RHOSLC Monica Case 43:20 - Spice Girls Reunion 50:17 - Summer House 01:09:34 - VPR 01:43:36 - The Valley 01:54:05 - Reality Finances 02:01:21 - Outro 

E738 RR - thanK you aIMee, VPR, The Valley, SH, & Monica Interview Fallout w/ Joy Bryant & Kate Aurthur

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 seeing might be gay. After no physical touch or initiation on his part, she has a gut feeling. Our final caller is wondering whether she should give her on-and-off situationship a shot? Timing has always been off in the past, but now she’s freshly single and questioning the what/if. “You got to pat yourself on the back, that you’re very strong.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  To Order Nick’s Book Go To: https://www.viallfiles.com  If you would like to get some texting advice, send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line!  To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Hero Bread - Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://www.hero.co and use code VIALL at checkout. BetterHelp - Learn to make time for what makes you happy, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/VIALL today to get 10% off your first month. Skylight Calendar - Get 15% off your purchase of a Skylight Calendar when you go to https://www.SkylightCal.com/FILES.  Goodr - If you want to support the show and try a pair, goodr is giving The Viall Files listeners Free Shipping! You can go to https://www.goodr.com/viall and use code viall for free shipping. Firstleaf - Join the club today and discover new wines you’ll love with Firstleaf. Go to Try https://Firstleaf.com/viall to get your first box. Storyworth - Give all the “moms” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift you’ll all cherish for years—StoryWorth! Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to https://www.StoryWorth.com/viall  Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @pattistanger @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

E737 Ask Nick with Patti Stanger- My Husband Hates Me

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, Crystal leaving RHOBH, and Annemarie fighting fake accounts. Then, we talk to Guerdy Abraira about all things RHOM, health scares, Reality Reckoning, and get some exclusives along the way. We also have a Texting Office Hours caller who dated divorce lawyer, just found out he's married with children, and doesn’t know if she should tell his wife. “I’m a nice person, but don’t f*ck with me.”  Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com  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! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: ZOA Energy - Available online and at a store near you. Find out where you can find it at https://www.ZOAEnergy.com and fine retailers like Amazon, 7-Eleven, Costco, Circle K and more. Hinge - On Hinge, there are no rules, timers or games. If you’re feeling inspired, give Hinge a try. Download Hinge today and find someone worth deleting the app for. Rocket Money - Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/VIALL  Apostrophe Skincare - We have a special deal for our audience: Get your first visit for only five dollars at https://www.Apostrophe.com/VIALL when you use our code: VIALL. That’s a savings of fifteen dollars! This code is only available to our listeners. Vuori - Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Go to https://www.vuori.com/viall and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @guerdydesign @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:27 - Pop Topics 29:03 - Monica Recap 32:48 - More Pop Culture Headlines 44:01 - Guerdy Interview Begins 51:48 - RHOM 01:13:02 - Wedding Planning 01:17:15 - Reality Reckoning 01:24:40 - Boundaries While Filming 01:46:15 - Texting Office Hours 02:01:51 - Guerdy Final Thoughts 02:02:44 - Outro   

E736 GD with Guerdy Abraira + Summer House, Rachel’s Lawsuit, April Warning Theresa, and S*x After Birth

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, and Tom and his new girlfriend. Then, we talk about Vanderpump Rules and discuss Tom’s relationship with Jo and his thoughts on Season 11 so far. Finally, we are joined by Tom’s girlfriend Sophia to talk about her business, Coachella, and the status of their relationship.  Coming up… on Thursday’s Going Deeper intro, we break down our interview with Monica and also touch on more of your favorite reality shows!  “Cheers to an amazing weekend. May we only go to Coachella with Patrón for the rest of our lives.”  Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. To Order Nick’s Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com  If you would like to get some texting advice send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: PATRÓN El Alto Tequila - PATRÓN EL ALTO is passionately handcrafted from the finest 100% Weber Blue Agave grown in the highest parts of Jalisco, Mexico—which yields the sweetest agaves—for an incredibly smooth, luxurious taste. https://www.patrontequila.com/  Hinge - On Hinge, there are no rules, timers or games. If you’re feeling inspired, give Hinge a try. Download Hinge today and find someone worth deleting the app for. OUAI - Frizz-free up your schedule with OUAI. Go to https://www.theouai.com and enter promo code VIALL for 15% off any product. Chomps - Right now, Chomps is offering our listeners 20% off your first order and free shipping when you go to https://www.Chomps.com/VIALL  OneSkin - Get 15% off OneSkin with the code VIALL at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @tschwa @patron @sophiaskoro @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - #PatrónDesert 05:25 - Schwartz/Sandoval Interview 29:48 - Jax and Brittany 31:47 - Theresa and Gerry 35:45 - Gypsy Rose 38:35 - Vanderpump Rules 01:17:52 - Sophia Joins 01:39:01 - Crossing Legs 01:42:06 - Outro 

E735 RR - Tom Schwartz & GF - Coachella, Vanderpump, The Valley, and Summer House

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. Our second caller got dumped over a spicy encounter she had over two years ago, long before they met. She struggles to acknowledge his hypocrisy and worries about sharing her history with future partners. Our final caller finds herself in a financial bind because of her “shopaholic” husband. Should she consider surrogacy to pay off her extreme debt? Or should she help her husband get to the root of his spending problem? “Stop having important conversations via text.” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  To Order Nick’s Book Go To: https://www.viallfiles.com  If you would like to get some texting advice, send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with “Texting Office Hours” in the subject line!  To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: BetterHelp - Learn to make time for what makes you happy, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/VIALL today to get 10% off your first month. Hero Bread - Go to https://www.dreamlandbabyco.com and enter my code VIALL at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping. This offer is for new and existing customers!” Dreamland Baby - Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to https://www.quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://www.HelixSleep.com/VIALL and use code HELIXPARTNER20. Factor - Head to https://www.FactorMeals.com/NICKVIALL50 and use code nickviall50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next box. Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein

E326 Ask Nick - Watch Your Bias

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