The creator of the popular meme account Daddy Issues, Violet Benson, joins me to talk about being bullied, how daddy issues have affected our love life, and of course that awkward date from the latest episode of The Bachelor.  Then we answer some juicy questions from you, the fans. You’re going to like this one.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

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, songwriting, and her love life. We also touch on other artists’ careers and why it’s so important to be consistent and keep working. We also have a Texting Office Hours caller who went through her boyfriend’s phone and found him DMing girls and talking to his ex. “Words are like weapons…the noise doesn’t matter.”  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: Sportingsmiles - SportingSmiles serves the entire United States and they've got a sale going on right now where you can save 10 percent on all orders with promo code: Viall10 Hinge.com - 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. Ibotta - Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code VIALL when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app to start earning cash back and use code VIALL. Vessi Footwear - Elevate your spontaneous activities with Vessi’s StormBurst/Weekend shoes together with our Westerly Coach Jacket. Discover more at https://www.vessi.com/VIALL Get your pair today to get an automatic 15% off your first purchase at checkout and be ready to stay cool and dry. Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall @avamax @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Nick and Natalie Talk Wedding  05:44 - Welcome Party Theme29:00 - Planning 40:35 - First Look 44:00 - Wedding Dress 49:28 - Ceremony 59:44 - Reception 01:29:20 - Honeymoon 01:52:41 - Ava Max Interview Begins 02:43:33 - Texting Office Hours 03:21:38- Outro 

E743 Our Dream Wedding & Nightmare Honeymoon + Going Deeper w/ Ava Max

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 diving into Summer House. Next, we recap The Valley before finishing with Vanderpump Rules.  “James is asking for forgiveness, not permission.”  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: Dipsea - For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to https://www.DipseaStories.com/VIALL   Caraway - If you visit Carawayhome.com/VIALL10 you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase.  SKIMS - Shop the SKIMS T-Shirt Shop at SKIMS.com. Now available in sizes XXS - 4X. If you haven't yet, be sure to let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. 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 @rayna.greenberg @ashhess @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 06:36 - Taylor Swift 14:09 - Kristin Cavallari 18:51 - Stagecoach 22:13 - Housewives 38:03 - Summer House 01:09:18 - The Valley 01:16:00 - VPR 01:43:27 - Outro 

E742 RR - Nick & Natalie’s Wedding, Stagecoach, Housewives, The Valley, VPR, and SH w/ Girls Gotta Eat

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 their closeness. Our second caller recently reconnected with her biological father and his wife hates her. Although he’s welcoming of building a relationship, our caller is wondering if demanding respect from his family, as well, is acceptable. Our final caller has a cinco de mayo party coming up, and she’s afraid to invite her best friend due to his drinking problems. She’s had an intervention with him in the past, but she’s afraid that his new friend group has made him act differently.  “Make it hard for them to deny you, by how emotionally mature you are.” 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: Altoids - They're not just mints; they're curiously strong mints. Find Altoids in the check-out aisle today. Shipstation - Go to https://www.shipstation.com and use code VIALLFILES to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. 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. Skylight Calendar -  As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get 15% off your purchase of a Skylight Calendar when you go to https://www.SkylightCal.com/FILES  Bubly - Try Bubly Burst today! Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell

E741 Ask Nick - I Found My Father

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 they saw him. This time she calls in with her husband and sets new boundaries on whether he has the right to intervene. Our second caller first called in because she wanted to send her husband noodz. After healthy discussions, new boundaries, and her new planned escapades, their relationship is better than ever. Our third caller is an OG. She originally called in questioning if moving to a new country for her boyfriend was a good idea. As her second update, she has now moved and updates us on how it’s affected her relationship. We also have some written updates - Our caller who fell in love with her prison pen pal, and our caller who no longer found her boyfriend physically attractive. To catch up on all of these callers original questions please see the show numbers:   Original Episode numbers for callers:   Episode Number: 721 Ask Nick - My Parents Are Diagnosing My Child   Episode Number: 724 Ask Nick - My Pregnancy, His Career   Episode Number: 562 Update Special Episode - Part 8 (Originally on Episode 442 Ask Nick)   Original Episode numbers for written updates:   Episode Number: 624 Ask Nick - Falling For My Prison Penpal   Episode Number: 618 Ask Nick - My Online Situationship Owes Me Thousands   “Sometimes making a marriage work is just deciding to make it work… it's not that complicated.”  Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://www.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  To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheViallFiles  Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell

E740 Ask Nick Update Special Episode - Part 19

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 parents, to living in a car, being shot, meeting his now fiancée, and creating music. We also get to ask him about the Hype House era, and where he sees the future of TikTok influencers going. We also have a Texting Office Hours caller whose boyfriend recently told her he was moving away from where they live - she isn’t sure if they should try long distance or if this is the end of their relationship.  “You have to find something else that’s your passion.”  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: Altoids - Find Altoids in the check out aisle. Grab your tin today!  Vessi Footwear - Elevate your summer activities with Vessi’s StormBurst and Weekend shoes. Discover more at https://www.vessi.com/VIALL and get an automatic 15% off your first purchase at checkout.  Papaya - Go to https://www.PapayaReusables.com and take 30% off sitewide with code VIALL Sundays For Dogs - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.sundaysfordogs.com/VIALL or use code VIALL at checkout. Brooklinen - There’s no better time to shop Brooklinen’s home essentials than now, during their 10 Year Anniversary Sale. Shop 25% off sitewide and up to 45% off bundles, in-store and online at https://www.Brooklinen.com  Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @alexwaarren @nnataliejjoy @ciaracrobinson @alison.vandam @dereklanerussell @leahgsilberstein @justinkaphillips  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 11:01 - Nick and Natalie’s First Valentine’s Day 24:50 - Lala’s Sperm Donor 36:14 - Rachel Leviss 43:43 - Scheana at Chili’s 48:24 - James and Ally 57:44 - Alex Warren Interview Begins 01:04:01 - Family Life 01:07:11 - Love In A Car 01:10:26 - Hype House 01:23:28 - Music and JoJo Siwa Lore 01:54:32 - Texting Office Hours 02:25:09 - Outro 

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