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The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Husband’s Secret InstagramWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller is wondering why her husband freaked out when she opened his instagram. Our second caller had an affair when she was married and isn’t sure if she deserves to pay for it in her new relationship. And, our third caller is debating getting back with her ex after she found out he got his one night stand pregnant. “You don’t want him. You want a man that will treat you the way you deserve to be treated." Liste...2025-04-211h 32The Viall FilesE909 Ask Nick - I'm Dating A Married ManWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller is wondering if she should continue to date a married man. Our second caller is debating breaking up with the man she wants to marry. And, our third caller is struggling to figure out how to date as a 24 year old that’s never been in a relationship. “Sometimes saying the right thing is the wrong thing." Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherever you get you...2025-03-311h 55The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Hope is Not Your FriendWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller’s boyfriend can’t do the dishes. Our second caller is wondering if she’s too dickmatized by the last guy she was talking to. And, our third caller is struggling to set boundaries with her mom. “You're still talking as if there is something to hold on to." Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod ht...2025-03-241h 43The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Boyfriend's Search HistoryWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller is questioning how to handle her boyfriend's contentious search history. Our second caller is figuring out how to deal with her monster-in-law. And, our third caller’s former best friend is waging campaigns to smear her name “Sometimes you just have to say goodbye…" Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...2025-03-171h 34The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Married To The MortgageWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! *The contents of this episode contain details of sexual assault which can be triggering for some people. Our first caller is debating cutting off her cousin and his wife. Our second caller is wondering if she’s letting her boyfriend down by not buying a house. And, our third caller is debating reconnecting with her absentee father. “This is a tale as old as time, that people feel justified with their feelings.” Listen to...2025-02-031h 56The Viall FilesGoing Deeper - Our Miscarriage StoryWelcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper with Natalie Joy and Nick Viall. In this deeply personal episode, Natalie opens up about her miscarriage with her and Nick’s second child. Through vulnerability and honesty, she offers her raw and powerful experience in hopes of making others feel less alone. *The contents of this episode contain details of miscarriage which can be triggering for some people. Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple...2025-01-2942 minThe Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Exclusive Non-Boyfriend w/ Mel RobbinsWelcome back to a special episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick w/ Mel Robbins! What is Mel's "Let Them" theory and how can it improve your love, relationships, and life as a whole? Our first caller wants to confess her feelings for a friend that's currently in a relationship. Our second caller has been dating a guy for five months, met his family, yet still isn't his girlfriend. And, our third caller hasn’t made a romantic connection in years and wants to get out of her dating rut. “Are you 100% ready to lo...2025-01-132h 43The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Best Friend’s AffairWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller is struggling to get over her best friend’s affair with their boss. Our second caller is being pressured to make a very personal choice. And, our third caller’s brother-in-law needs an intervention. “You should care. This is going to hurt her.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humb...2025-01-061h 16The Viall FilesAsk Nick - His Ex-Engagement RingWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller was blocked by her best friend of 15 years. Our second caller’s boyfriend still has an engagement ring for his ex. And, our third caller recently received news about her dad’s affair. “Is it acceptable for me to have a timeline?” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting October 21st! Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humble-bra...2024-12-161h 14The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Homewrecking For The HolidaysWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Our first caller wants to end an emotional affair with a friend now that he’s in a relationship. Our second caller wants to get over the insecurities she has with her husband. And, our third caller thinks she might have made a mistake getting back together with her boyfriend. “It’s disingenuous that we can pretend to just be friends with people that we have feelings for.” Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff every Monday starting O...2024-12-092h 08The Viall FilesAsk Nick - One Night StandsWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with a Written Ask Nick about therapists. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller can’t unfollow her ex. Our second caller is wondering if she's doing too much on a first date. And, our third caller’s long term boyfriend won't propose to her. "They're conveniently thinking about all the good, and forgetting the red flags." Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to su...2024-08-261h 53The Viall FilesAsk Nick - She Stole My Ex, and My BouquetWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode with a written Ask Nick about Hot Tubs. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller’s boyfriend has an unrequited crush. Our second caller wants to remove the bouquet girl out of the wedding video. And, our third caller’s sister came out of the closet and doesn't want to speak to her. "Why do you care?" Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Please make sure to...2024-07-221h 34The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He’s Choosing His FamilyWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We start off the episode by responding to our previous Ask Nick’s comments. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller is wondering if she should tell a coworker about his girlfriend’s affair. Our second caller feels like her boyfriend goes mute around her family. And, our third caller wants to move, but her boyfriend wants to stay close to his family. “You’re literally talking to a version of your boyfriend right now” Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall...2024-06-241h 57The Viall FilesAsk Nick - To Sign the NDA, or Not?Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Before we get to our callers, we introduce Nick to some viral internet dating theories and read a written Ask Nick. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller’s boyfriend was caught watching videos of his ex-girlfriend. She still loves him, but this made her feel icky about herself. Our Second caller was talking to an ex-marine, until he wanted her to sign an NDA before their next date. After doing her own digging and sneaking into his apartment… Did she sign it? Our fi...2024-06-032h 12The Viall FilesAsk Nick with Patti Stanger- My Husband Hates MeWelcome 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 shoul...2024-04-221h 41The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Parents Are Diagnosing My ChildWelcome 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 experi...2024-03-181h 49The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Ghosted At 5 Months PregnantWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. We start off with a little game, where we introduce Nick to new dating terms. Then we get to our callers… Our first caller is wondering if she should search for her baby’s dad. After he ghosted her at 5 months pregnant, moved to Miami and started a new family, should she include him in her daughter’s life? Our second caller started dating her boss, and found out he cheated o...2024-02-192h 06The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Searching for My FatherWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. We start off with a written Ask Nick, who matched with her current situationship on Hinge and is struggling to get him to commit. Then we get to our caller… Our first caller is moving to a different city for her boyfriend’s job, but is having cold feet. She’s struggling to communicate with him about moving away from her family. Our second caller has never met her father and is w...2024-02-051h 35The Viall FilesAsk Nick Updates Special Episode - Part 15Welcome 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. We bring on our first caller who had originally called in about a guy friend who was getting a little too close to be ‘just friends.’ Our caller sent a text, and we find out on this call whether he's gay or just friendly. Our second caller first called in because she broke up her engagement, but was mis...2023-12-292h 00The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Bl*wjobs and SantaWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who’s wondering if she should confront the guy she’s dating over following a ton of naked girls. Then, we get to our callers. Our first caller’s landlord is cheating on her girlfriend, and our caller is wondering if she should tell her. For context, the landlord’s previous relationship broke up due to infidelity a...2023-12-261h 56The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Need to Stop a Wedding in 2 WeeksWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss whether or not Nick and Natalie would/should have a choreographed first dance at their wedding, and what their first song will be. We also read a submission from someone who is wondering if it’s bad to never fight in relationships. We then get to our callers. Our first caller recently broke off her engagement, but now wants to make it work. She e...2023-11-201h 56The Viall FilesAsk Nick - The Man I Want to Marry Asked for a BreakWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss the long-debated and all-important question, can men and women be friends? We debate if they should act differently towards women that are in relationships? And, is kissing on the cheek as a greeting acceptable if they’re not European? We dive into it all. We then get to our callers. Our first caller’s ex reaches out everytime his wife is pregnant, and she’s n...2023-10-231h 27The Viall FilesAsk Nick with Eli Rallo - My Situationship Wants Me to Take His VirginityWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. This week, we are joined by special guest Eli Rallo for relationship and dating advice. Before getting to our callers, Eli discusses her new book I Didn’t Know I Needed This, which outlines the lifespan of a relationship. She also shares her two favorite dating tips. We then get to our callers. Our first caller ran into an old friend at a wedding, and isn’t sure if she was re...2023-10-161h 27The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Need To Stop My Soulmate’s WeddingWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email about lifestyle compatibility - our writer lives a fast paced life in the city and has been talking with a guy who lives a much quieter life an hour away. Is that a red flag, or a way to balance each other out? We then get our Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller’s soulmate is marrying someone else...2023-06-051h 42The Viall FilesAsk Nick - DNA Tests Revealed Mom’s AffairWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we read an email from a listener who is having some sister drama before an upcoming wedding. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission, courtesy of Amanda’s personal vault. Our first caller took DNA tests with her sister only to find out that they don’t share the same dad. However, because her sister and her mother aren’t on speaking terms, it’s up...2023-03-271h 21The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Boyfriend Scammed Me Out of $400Welcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss friendship and how hard - but rewarding - it can be to find your people. We then get our latest Breakup Song of the Week submission. Our first caller has a friend with benefits that has a list of “girlfriend criteria.” We go through his list and find out just how ridiculous his expectations and requirements are. Our next caller has a crush on her co wor...2023-03-201h 22The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You Are Dick-ddictedWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back to answer your burning questions about the world of dating and relationships. Before getting to our callers, we discuss Valentine’s Day plans and read a listener’s email about how her friend was told she was being cheated on during a nine hour road trip. Our first caller is concerned that her boyfriend is still extremely close with his ex girlfriend, and they frequently text each other. Does he still have feelings for her? Our next caller is wondering if it’s possible to turn...2023-02-201h 29The Viall FilesBachelor Recap w/ Ariana Madix | The Viall Files w/ Nick ViallWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Bachelor Recap Edition! We’re back to break down night one of Zach’s season, from the limo entrances to a meltdown at dawn. This week we’re joined by Ariana Madix of Vanderpump Rules, who gives us some Season 10 teases before jumping into the episode. Zach gets some advice from Sean Lowe before 30 women join him at the mansion, including Christina in a party bus and Mercedes walking a pig. The five women from the live show return to see Zach again, and Brianna is hoping to add a first...2023-01-241h 56
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Flirting with a Questionable CharacterWelcome back to another episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We want to wish you a very Happy New Year and say thank you for watching! On this show, we bring on our callers to give advice about the world of dating. Before getting to our callers, we dive into talking about being pickier on dating apps and testing the waters with a Facetime date. We then bring on our first caller, who after reconnecting with a past girlfriend, finds out that she’s already dating someone. Even after seeing red flags everywhere, knowing that she’s bein...2023-01-021h 15
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Matchmaking Gone WrongWelcome back to another juicy and exciting episode of The Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! We’re back again to bring on our callers and give them advice on their situations. We bring on our first caller who set up two friends on a date. After hearing feedback from one of her friends that the guy gave off a lot of icks, she wonders how she can tell her guy friend to improve himself as a dater. Next, we talk to someone who has a medical condition which makes sex painful. She wonders when is the best time to ta...2022-11-071h 18
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Boss Is Manipulating A Plus OneWe are back with another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! On this episode we take on even more of your burning questions in order to help you deal with relationships. We welcome our first caller who has been dating her boyfriend for over three years, feeling like things are at a bit of a standstill, with him not popping the question. Now she needs help with learning how to communicate better, especially after finding some interesting things on his YouTube watch history. Our next caller is stuck in a sticky situation with increasing pressures of her upcoming...2022-08-011h 12
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Am I A F*ckgirl?We are back with another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! Welcome listeners, and join us as we take on your burning questions to help you navigate through the world of relationships. Our first caller currently lives in a semi long distance relationship as her boyfriend works at sea. But with her boyfriend already moving internationally to be with her, she wonders if it would be smart to move again to another country and if the foundation of their relationship could take another jump. Our next caller describes that she is currently going through the fallout of a b...2022-07-051h 01
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Can’t Date Me Because He’s “Dating” His CousinWe are back with another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! In this episode we bring on even more callers to help our listeners out in their various relationships. We welcome our first caller who struggles with how to navigate a situation when her boyfriend refuses to get a divorce with his wife. Because of this, our caller is left in a weird place wondering if they are in the wrong, especially when their friends may not be fully supportive, and if she should continue to push her boyfriend to get divorced and move on. Our next caller...2022-05-231h 18
The Viall FilesAsk Nick with Justin Long - He Put A Curse On My Family!We are back with another episode of Viall Files: Ask Nick Edition! On this episode we welcome actor and fan favorite, Justin Long! Last time we had Justin on for an Ask Nick was Episode 200 so we’re more than excited to have him back on. With Justin to help us dish out advice, we enter the crazy world of situationships. Our first caller struggles when the relationship between her family and her sister’s boyfriend begins to deteriorate when this boyfriend’s true self starts to become revealed after disagreements start. This caller asks for help after this boyfri...2022-04-041h 19
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You’re the Gatekeeper of Your Dating LifeToday 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 be best to step away. Next, we speak with someone who might start dating her ex's ex-best friend and is wondering if it's a good idea. Also, is their friend group's support a good thing or too risky? Then, we speak with someone who started a friends-with-benefits situationship and he's moving away soon so she's trying to figure out whether she's interested or not, or if she's just wasting her time for...2021-09-201h 17
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - It Doesn’t Have To Mean SomethingOn 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 back plan." Our second caller is a guy in a situationship who wants to date someone who just wants to be friends with benefits because she has someone else she is also interested in and is off the heels of a divorce. Our third caller is dealing with an ex who won’t stop texting and calling her to the point where it is bordering on harassment. Finally, we...2021-09-131h 37
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Hope Isn’t Going To Get You ThereOn 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 then they break up. She, however, keeps reaching out to him when she ends other relationships to hook up and needs to understand both of their choices. Our second caller was thrown into a long distance relationship because of school and is feeling like she is 100% in the relationship but feels like her partner is becoming distant. Third, we speak with someone who is divorced and jumping into the dating scene...2021-09-061h 12
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You Don't Want Leftover HimToday 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 the bait. Should she be more direct or is he just not into it? Next, we talk to someone who is having trouble bringing up issues with her boyfriend for fear of being 'dramatic' or that it will turn into a fight. She learns, though, that the real struggle might be the power dynamic and that what she really needs is to be honest with herself. Then, we talk to someone w...2021-08-301h 24
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Finding The Baby DaddyOn 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 father. Years later she is realizing that it's not who she thought it was and doesn’t know if she should to tell him. Our next caller knows he is addicted to porn and has found his dream girl but knows his addiction is getting in the way of their relationship and he is ready to do what it takes to not lose her. Third, we sp...2021-08-231h 34
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Too Much PornOn 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 their relationship. Our second caller broke up with her boyfriend when his ego and lack of empathy for other people started to take a toll on their relationship. Next, we speak with a woman who was confused when she and her boyfriend stopped having sex and he kept coming up with excuses on why he did not want to be intimate. Now that they are broken up he is looking for closure but...2021-08-161h 14
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Your Ex Has No Room In Your Current RelationshipOn 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 considers petty. But she needs to recognize why it may not be petty to him, especially if it involves an ex. Our next caller has an issue with over-romanticizing her relationships and future-tripping way before she should be. Low energy is the issue with our next caller. She has an issue with people meeting her and assuming she is awkward only to come to the realization she is not. Finally...2021-08-091h 10
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Cheated, Now WhatOn 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 friend group. Next, we speak with a woman who is out of a situationship but in wanting closure from her ex she, is realizing that what she really needs is to get her anger out and stop replaying things in her head. Our next caller is wondering how, after hooking up with someone for so long, not to get feelings or want to date the person you are being intimate with. Is...2021-08-021h 15
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You’re Not Over ItOn 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 friend group. She forgave him but she is around this ex on a regular basis and is finding it hard to not have anxiety about the situation. Next, we speak to someone who considers herself to be the D.U.F.F. (designated ugly fat friend) in her friend group and is finding it hard when they are out together because she does not get acknowledged by guys when her friends ar...2021-07-261h 22
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Can You Be Too Emotional?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 think that her boyfriend should poke at her insecurities when they get into a fight. Second, we have a woman who’s friendship with a guy has grown into something more, but he is moving to a different country and after a month of starting to date each other he wants to have a long distance commitment but she is unsure if it is the right decision for them. Next, a boyfriend makes pla...2021-07-191h 23
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Romance Novel RomanceOn 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 she should not get involved but the romance novel drama of it all has her enjoying the attention and wanting more. Second, we speak with a woman who is trying to figure out the difference between red flags and flaws. Our third caller is trying to figure out what happened after she received a grand gesture from the person she is dating and then he pulled away and slowed down...2021-07-121h 13
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Stop Calling It Serial DatingOn 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 opposite sex. Our second caller had a baby and her husband who originally wanted to have more than one child has since decided he would not like to have any more children. She still wants a bigger family and now doesn’t know how to handle this without either of them feeling some resentment. Third, we chat with someone who finds someone she likes on apps, the dating is great, and th...2021-07-051h 07
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You’re Manipulating Yourself Into StayingOn 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 married, but he is happy with the way things are. Second, we speak with someone who is in a good relationship, but after a year of dating he still does not want to meet her family or introduce her to his and says he is not ready for commitment. Third, we speak with someone who posted her view on a political issue and then got a text from her boyfriend that he...2021-06-281h 09
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Made A MistakeOn 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 comes being physical and she is starting to feel rejected. Our second caller thinks she has made a really big mistake by breaking up with her boyfriend and is now second guessing her decisions. Our third caller was cheated on and is having trouble loving herself in a way to not need validation from the person that hurt her. Lastly, we speak with someone who is going through a...2021-06-211h 08
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You See Failure As WrongOn 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 showing the same patterns from 10 years ago. Next, we speak to someone who loves her boyfriend of 5 years and wants to move in with him but he is a hoarder and she does not know how to manage that for her future. Our third caller has realized that her husband has been gaslighting her, and he wants to have another child but she is hesitant given the current state of th...2021-06-141h 13
The Viall FilesAsk Nick- He Was Always Living The Single LifeOn 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 not to be who she thought he was. Next, we speak with a single mom who stopped speaking with a guy because he was not ready to be serious. After a few months he contacts her because he is now ready to be committed to her but it doesn’t necessarily work out the way she hoped. Third, we have a woman who received a snap from the guy she was dating that had a mess...2021-06-071h 27
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Handling RejectionOn 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 Bachelor Nation’s Ashley and Jared’s story is more the rule than the exception.) Next, we speak with a woman who’s swinging lifestyle with her husband has led her to a couple that is polyamorous and she finds herself with emotions attached where she did not expect them to be. Our third caller met someone randomly, started dating him, came to find out he is the st...2021-05-311h 17
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Learning To Say NoOn 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. Nick helps her come to a realization about her fear of saying 'no' and how that is affecting her life. Next, we speak with someone who suffers from generalized anxiety disorder and her anxiety causes her to talk herself down in situations and makes it so she is unable to trust her instincts when it comes to dating. Our third caller just got married and her husband has 2 children with 2 different exes...2021-05-241h 26
The Viall FilesAsk Nick- He’s Manipulating YouIt 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 but does not want to fully commit because he still wants to hook up with other women. Our next caller was cheated on by her boyfriend after being accusatory toward her, and she wants to know what could she have paid attention to to see it coming. "It is messy" is the best way to describe our next call- and how she describes it herself. Lastly, we speak with someone...2021-05-171h 20
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Zero Tolerance PolicyOn 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 things but she is wondering if she is able to get over the resentment she feels from their unhealthy relationship. Next, a bestie writes in and her friend joins us to discuss her relationship. After hearing her friend talks about how she is not sure she wants to be with her boyfriend anymore- and definitely is not into having sex with him- she is stuck with her boyfriend wanting...2021-05-101h 00
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Store My Heart In My VaginaOn 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 whether he's being obsessive or if she possibly needs a restraining order. Secondly, a 3-year "situationship" filled with gaslighting and mixed signals has gotten her to the point of needing to express clearly what she wants- or her future will be filled with questions. Our next caller is stuck in a RomCom with passive aggressive behavior on both sides and the confusion is making this real life movie lo...2021-05-031h 23
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Test Me, Lose MeIt'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 her, gets irrational, and gaslights her. Then, you get a little insight into what goes on between callers as our own Amanda gets some Ask Nick advice herself after questioning whether or not she should Venmo-back the cost of a gift from someone she was seeing. Nick, of course, digs a little deeper and opens a whole different can of worms. Our next caller has always been attracted to guys with...2021-04-261h 27
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Giving Into Fear Won’t Make You HappyToday 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 cheating tendencies and inappropriate social media conversations with other women. Our second caller kissed a girl at her birthday party and her boyfriend definitely did not like it and she is having trouble navigating his feelings of wanting to break up off and on. Next we speak with a women who is faced with a boyfriend who kept a secret from her and that combined with her non negotiable no longer being on...2021-04-191h 16
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - All You Are To Him Is Not His WifeToday on Ask Nick we start with someone who is trying to end an affair she is having while realizing her own issues that made her justify this situation was ok. Our second caller saw “orange flags” when the first guy she dated in a while wanted to move in after a month of seeing each other. Once she started to ignore the flags he broke up with her and now she is discouraged about dating. Next we speak with a women who’s boyfriend broke up with her after having a family trauma and said he no longer though...2021-04-121h 23
The Viall FilesAsk Nick- He’s Not A Narcissist But He Is A DickToday on Ask Nick we start with someone who was ghosted by her boyfriend ending their 3 year relationship. Next, we speak with a woman who likes the guy she is seeing, and they are compatible sexually, but he always seems to be too busy to do anything- except text. Our next caller is having a family issue when she is trying to find a relative she just learned about but her father is procrastinating on helping with the search snd she is starting to take it personally. Our last caller is dealing with her parents sharing about infidelity in...2021-04-051h 18
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Traditional Reactions to Untraditional RelationshipsToday on Ask Nick we start with a polyamorous couple that is leaving one relationship to start a new one, and is confused on how to speak publicly about their relationship without sharing too much. Next, we speak with a woman who has been in relationship after relationship and now she is trying to figure out how she can just be casual and not catch feelings right away. Our next caller is struggling with a co-parenting situation when he tries to use her son to take her parenting time away. Finally, we speak with someone who’s boyfriend is st...2021-03-291h 08
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You Don’t Need A Disclaimer On Your Dating ProfileWe are back with another episode of Ask Nick. On today's show we begin with a woman whose friend's boyfriend keeps making advances in her direction and she doesn’t know how to stop it. Our next caller took a break from sex after getting sober and realizing she was unable to have unattached sex. After getting a divorce and leaving a toxic relationship, we speak with someone who is trying to get back in the dating scene and trying to figure out if it is her ego or her insecurities are holding her back when she should be tru...2021-03-221h 23
The Viall FilesAsk Nick- You’re Part of His RosterOn this episode of Ask Nick we start with a woman who is exploring her sex life and asks her boyfriend his ideal female type- only to be surprised when his answer is her complete opposite. Our next caller has received an ultimatum from her husband to stop smoking weed or he is going to leave. We then speak with someone who doesn’t want commitment and wants to keep her relationships open but then one day looked up and realized she was in love and doesn't know what to do with that feeling. Finally, we try to help some...2021-03-1559 min
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - No I Don’t Want To Have A Threesome With Your New GirlfriendOn this episode of Ask Nick we start with someone who is confused after the break-up of her first big love when her ex calls and asks if she would be willing to have a threesome with his new fiancé. Our next caller is stuck in a new guy vs. ex guy scenario and is trying to figure out which one is her guy and if verbal cheating will be a deal breaker in her relationship. A traumatic event has affected intimacy for our next caller and was a reason for her ex to break up with her, but a...2021-03-081h 26
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - It’s Weird, It Doesn’t Make Him A WeirdoIt’s Monday, which means it is time for Ask Nick! On today’s episode we start with a caller that has finally brought it to the bedroom with her new boyfriend and finds out there is a way he prefers to “finish” that she was not expecting and she is wondering if it is a red flag or something she should just go with. Our second caller is stuck at the point in her dating relationship where she wants to define the relationship and she does not know how to approach it. Next we speak with someone who has been d...2021-03-011h 08
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Go For Him or Stay For MeOn today's Ask Nick our first caller has started dating someone new and doesn’t feel those butterflies. After listening to Dr. Berman she is trying to figure out if he is her guy or not without leading him on. Our second caller is having trust issues with her boyfriend who moved into a new living situation with a woman who he seems to have a connection with. Our third caller is in love with her boyfriend but she has constant anxiety whenever they are out in social situations because of his social awkwardness. Finally, we speak with a wom...2021-02-221h 15
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Stop Pretending You Don’t CareOn todays Ask Nick we start with an update from a caller who’s relationship has come to a crashing halt and she does not know where to go from here. Second we speak wth someone who has a guy who is doing all the boyfriend things but seems not interested in being a boyfriend. Next we talk to a woman who is struggling with defining her relationship and her boyfriend telling people that they are together. Finally we have a caller who is concerned for her best friend after finding out some damaging information about her boyfriend. “...2021-02-151h 09
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He Is Getting Off On The AttentionOn todays episode Esther Povitsky returns to help us take your questions but not before she jumps in and tries to get all the answers from Nick about his relationship. We then first start with a woman who after receiving mixed signals and a lack of communication with someone she has been dating for 4 years wonders if the relationship has come down to an ultimatum. Our next caller is struggling with the friendship her boyfriend has with his ex-girlfriend after finding out that the ex does not know about her. We then speak with someone who is re-entering the da...2021-02-081h 33
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You’re Not His MomOn todays episode of the Ask Nick we begin with someone who is miserable in her marriage and keeps putting the needs of her husband before her own and doesn’t know how to express what she needs. Next we speak with someone who started dating a girl she liked but let her feelings from her past relationship get in the way of that. Once she resolved those past feelings she realized she wanted the girl she had let go of. Her boyfriend’s lack of motivation in his career and her inability to predict the future and get out of...2021-02-011h 16
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Normalize MasturbationNick is back to answer all of your relationship questions and on todays episode we start off with a question we get a lot when it comes to masturbation. Our first caller is concerned after walking in on her boyfriend masturbating while on vacation when she had just offered him oral sex. Second we speak to a women who is not into communicating on Snapchat with the person she is dating. She is ready to move the conversation from sexting to texting and to get this potential relationship off the ground. After the death of her partner our next ca...2021-01-251h 21
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Playing House Too EarlyToday on Ask Nick we start with a woman who is trying to get over her relationship after she jumped into it super quick thinking it was her person, and now thinking he is a narcissist who took her for a ride. Second our caller was in a toxic relationship where she was putting up with behavior she should not be dealing with but also is being irrational in not listening to what her boyfriend is clearly telling her because of a fear of being alone. Next we speak with someone who is questioning getting engaged because she can’t f...2021-01-181h 18
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Making A Stew With The Wrong IngredientsIt is Monday and that means another episode of Ask Nick. On todays show we first speak with aa woman who originally ghosted someone she started dating, and now after thinking about it wants to get him back. Next we talk with someone who is at a crossroads with her girlfriend and their relationship as they start to plan for their futures that don’t necessarily align. Trust issues due to an alcohol addiction is the problem that frustrates our next caller as she tries to figure out if it is a relationship worth saving. Last we speak with so...2021-01-111h 12
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - The UpdateYou have been asking for it so we decided to put it together… welcome to the first Ask Nick update episode. This week we go back and reconnect with some of the callers that we spoke with this past year to see where they ended up in their situationships. Some of our callers still needed some tough love but we were happy to hear Nick did not destroy anyone's life! Our Callers Original Stories: Episode 142 featured Catherine, who was in a relationship where her boyfriend decided to bring someone el...2021-01-041h 05
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I May Be Dating A PsychopathWe start this episode of Ask Nick with a caller that has been friends with someone for 20 years and all this time later sees what she thinks is an opportunity for the friendship to be get to the next level, but is she really just Ted from Schitt’s Creek? Second we speak with a woman who would love to have one last hookup at her bachelorette party and thinks her boyfriend should as well, however he is not happy about the scenario for either of them. Next we speak with someone who was just accepting what was being off...2020-12-281h 17
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Familiarity Is Not A Prerequisite To LoveKicking it off on this weeks episode of Ask Nick we speak to a woman who has been dating people younger than her because she doesn't like the feeling of inadequacy she gets when she dates someone older and likes the control she has with someone not so set in their ways. Next we speak to someone who's boyfriend thinks that her roommate is stepping over the boundaries of privacy in their relationship when he saw messages from another girl on his phone and told her. A 30 year age gap is our the next callers issue when it comes t...2020-12-211h 09
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Anger Is Loves Neighbor With Justin LongWe have another extended version of Ask Nick for you this week as we are joined once again by the delightful, Justin Long. Will he tell one of our callers “he is just not that into you”? You will have to listen to find out so let’s jump right into it. Our first caller is actively dating two people at once and thought that one would “fizzle” out but neither of them have. We then speak with someone who was dealing with the death of her father and needing the support of her boyfriend who was not showing up for her when...2020-12-141h 31
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Permission Granted With Chrishell StauseOn 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...2020-12-071h 37
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Faith, Guilt & IndependenceOn this weeks episode of Ask Nick we start with another couple who is trying to figure out how to make sure they have their own independence while being in a relationship. Our next caller struggles in her relationship because her faith means so much to her and her boyfriend does not believe in religion at all. Finally we speak to a woman who is feeling tremendous guilt after having an affair on her ex and is not able to handle the feelings she has and wonders how she can move forward in a new relationship with that guilt. H...2020-11-301h 12
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - FlirtationshipsOn todays Ask Nick we first speak with someone who’s boyfriend has an excessive network of female friends around him and she does not know how to handle it. Next we speak to a married women who is having some daring sexual fantasies that she would love to present to her husband to try and get her desires met. Unrequited love is basically the topic of our next conversation and making sure you set the expectations of a relationship. Our last caller is torn when the gossip of an affair is taking over the conversation in a group of...2020-11-161h 01
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - I Don't Want Adorable SexToday on the Viall Files we start the week with another episode of Ask Nick. First we speak with a woman who found out her boyfriend slept with his ex, from his ex. Now she is struggling as he tries to flip the blame on her for catching him in a lie. Next we talk with someone who’s husband goes to the bar every single night leaving her at home alone with the kids and it is starting to take a toll on their relationship as she feels she really needs him to make quality time with her a p...2020-11-091h 20
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He's Like A Frozen PizzaToday on Ask Nick, we first speak with someone who is struggling with maintaining her independence while in a relationship she loves, then a driven girlfriend is trying to figure out a way to support her boyfriend who’s career is making him miserable and putting stress on their relationship. Next we chaat with someone who can not help herself from stalking exes on social media and is trying to figure out why she wastes so much time in her day doing this, and finally a woman who is stuck between a relationship with a long time friend turned ro...2020-11-021h 06
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - You Deserve To Be The Priority In Your Own RelationshipOn this weeks episode of Ask Nick we start with someone who is interested in dating a friend but is intimidated by all the information she knows from his previous partners. Is this a long term friend or someone she is willing to risk dating to lose. We then speak to a woman who feels like her boyfriend would leave her for his female best friend, if she gave him the chance to date her. Next someone escaped a toxic relationship she was in with a co-worker, only for her to find a new job and now her ex...2020-10-261h 14
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He's A Drug & You're AddictedOn todays episode of Ask Nick we talk a lot about different kinds of relationships. We start with a caller that finds herself confused about her toxic relationship that is not making her feel good about herself or her body. Next we speak with a woman who is dating someone she is in love with, & he is separated from his ex, but not divorced and does not want to address the issue. Our next caller is stuck between listening to her heart and listening to her mind. When her ex resurfaces she realizes she does not feel the passion...2020-10-191h 13
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Strap Ons & Love TrianglesPeople are sometimes nervous to talk about what turns them on in the bedroom, but letting your freak flag fly doesn’t have to be an awkward conversation with the right person, as we discuss with our first caller. Our second caller approaches the concept of threesomes while being in a monogamous relationship, while our third caller knows how Nick feels about “friends with benefits” but has a question for him to try and find out if her situation is different. Lastly we speak with someone who has put herself in a love triangle between two friends and is trying...2020-10-121h 11
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Moving Shady with JVCKJ aka Jack JOn today's episode of Ask Nick we are joined by recording artist Jack J. First, Nick speaks with Jack as we go through what his own relationships have taught him about himself and how he is able to reflect on what he's learned to ensure he finds the right relationship at the right time. Jack’s new single “You Lie” is a look at a past toxic relationship he experienced and we are so glad to welcome him as he uses that experience to help Nick out and share some different perspectives with today's callers. Our first caller is a woman...2020-10-051h 06
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He Does Not Deserve Your ButtOn today's episode of Ask Nick we are happy to have one of our 10 percenters join us for our first call: a hopeless romantic is trying to figure out how to move on, when out of the blue the girl he is seeing does a 180 and no longer wants to see him. We then speak with a woman who is trying to figure out how to get comfortable with role playing with her husband in the bedroom, while our next caller’s husband is asking for butt stuff from her after his sex drive returned just after she gave bi...2020-09-281h 09
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - What, Does He Have A Magic Dick Or Something?On today's episode of Ask Nick we dive right in with a caller who wants to know: when should you intervene in a friend's toxic relationship and how involved should you get? We then speak to someone who’s boyfriend continually emotionally cheats on her and instead of asking herself, "is the relationship good for me?" is asking how to forgive him. Finances, effective communication, and everyday chores are the issues we face with a woman who feels like her partner is not giving as much as she does. And finally we have a caller that is dating her frie...2020-09-211h 01
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Heartbreak Can Be a Beautiful ThingIt’s Monday! On today’s episode of Ask Nick we start with a woman whose boyfriend doesn't reciprocate oral sex and is looking for the right way to have the conversation with him to create a mutually satisfying and unselfish sex life. Next, we speak with someone who is struggling with navigating dating and how quickly the conversation turns to sex on dating apps. Our next caller will give you all the feels as Nick talks her through her first real love heartache and tries to help her figure out the best way to let go. Lastly, we help...2020-09-141h 06
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - He Is Not Changing For YouOn this episode of Ask Nick we start with a woman who has two challenges when it comes to sex and dating. She speaks with Nick about how to approach 1) discussing with her partners the fact that she is deaf and 2) her fear of vaginal penetration. Next, we speak with someone whose boyfriend is sending d*ck pics to other people when she is not around and collects nudes as a hobby. Racism is the topic of our next conversation, when a woman wants to bring her black love interest to a wedding with her family that she believes...2020-09-071h 02
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Bumping Into NarcissistsOn this week's episode of Ask Nick we start with a simple story: girl meets boy, boy invites girl on a date, boy says his wife died, girl Googles and finds out he lied and she is very much alive. Then, we speak with a woman who is struggling with not feeling like a priority when her boyfriend would rather spend the weekend with friends than her. Next, someone is exhausted trying to get along with her boyfriend's family- and they've been together since she was 15. And finally, a couple have both had discretions in their relationship and keep...2020-08-311h 15
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - My Sexuality is Not a Gateway DrugOpen relationships and making sure the open lifestyle is being considered for the right reasons is the first conversation on today's episode of Ask Nick. Is making sure that you are the right person for your boyfriend a reason to open it up? Picking someone because they are great on paper- but there is no spark- is the next topic we tackle. Then, we speak with a woman who is dating a friend who is stable and whose company she enjoys, but who also isn't feeling a spark. Deciding between having a great companion or finding a great love...2020-08-241h 03
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Clarity is a DetoxToday on Ask Nick we start with the question: what would you do if your friend was found kissing your boyfriend instead of her own? The answer to this situation may surprise you as we first try to help someone stuck in a friend group that has a secret about to bust it apart. We then speak to someone who received a DM from another girl her guy was seeing, exposing the hurtful things he was saying about her and giving her the confidence to walk away, but making her nervous to trust in the dating pool again. Friends...2020-08-171h 18
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - It’s Not a Relationship Without ExpectationsOn this episode of Ask Nick we cover a bunch of different topics. We start with a woman who wants the person she is dating to define their relationship and realizes that her insecurities are just a fear of rejection. Revenge is on the mind for our next caller after feeling racially oppressed by her previous relationship and is trying to find the most productive way to use the energy she has to find resolution. Then we speak with someone who is in a loving long-term relationship but is at a crossroads because she wants to have children in...2020-08-1059 min
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Sexual Free AgentOn today’s episode of Ask Nick we first speak with a frequent dater who is realizing that she is only seeing people that validate her ego instead of her heart. Then, Nick gives some advice to a woman who, because of her religious background, has not had many sexual experiences and is wondering if she is a-sexual or just doesn't know what turns her on…yet. Next, a husband's affair with a family friend has one of our callers trying to figure out her options and if she can continue to be with someone that she doesn’t trust...2020-08-031h 12
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Avoid the Superficial Experience with Chicks In The OfficeOn today’s episode of Ask Nick we are excited to be joined by Fran & Ria from The Chicks In The Office Podcast. The ladies and Nick take on some great topics to help give another perspective to your relationship questions. Dating Apps in quarantine is a hot topic these days and we talk to someone who is experiencing everything from being asked a survey at the end of a FaceTime date to struggling just to make the connection digitally versus in person. We also speak with a woman who is about to attend a wedding with her ex wh...2020-07-271h 19
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - It’s Not Love, It's Toxic StimulationOn today’s Ask Nick: an affair that turned into a relationship after a divorce that is filled with games, no commitment, and a bunch of toxic behavior, someone who is happy single and wonders why people judge her for not being in a relationship, a couple playing house after only 5 months of dating and why their sexual relationship is suffering because of it, and a woman whose boyfriend is being groomed to take over her family's business before they have moved to the next step in their relationship. As always thanks for sharing your stories with us and kee...2020-07-201h 06
The Viall FilesReality Check with Reality SteveNick is joined by "Reality Steve" Carbone today because well … 2020! This conversation is something we never thought would happen but on the The Viall Files we always say that people can learn and grow, and hopefully come out better on the other side. Nick speaks bluntly with Steve, not only about the personal impact he has had on Nick's life but how spoilers have affected other cast members in their off-air real lives and in a very real way. Dropped videos, bad sources, being held accountable, and making some wrongs right are all topics we hit in this episode. So...2020-07-141h 53
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - If You're Not Growing You're DyingOn today’s Ask Nick, we speak with a caller about faking orgasms in the past with a partner she is starting to be physical with again and how to communicate her current expectations of their sex life. The twist? This relationship is within her main *open* relationship. We also talk with a woman struggling her mother after she made racially insensitive remarks to her teenage daughter, and a wife who is misdirecting her need to try and forgive the woman her husband had an affair with instead of addressing her anger. We also chat with a guy who sh...2020-07-131h 06
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Stop Creating False BarriersWe are always so grateful for those of you that call in to share your stories with us because you never know how it can help someone else who is listening. This week we have some great conversations with a woman who overly romanticizes her relationship to a point where she doesn’t even know her own needs anymore, a wife whose husband satisfies her in every aspect of their relationship except in the bedroom and is trying to evaluate if being in a sexless marriage is sustainable, a gentleman whose struggle with coming out about his sexuality has ke...2020-07-061h 17
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Open-mindedness with Kaitlynn CarterOn this episode of Ask Nick we are joined by host of The Bright Side podcast & television personality Kaitlynn Carter. Kaitlynn and Nick really jump into it when it comes to dating rumors, bi-sexuality, being on reality tv, trust, honesty, and falling in love, all before we talk to our callers this week. They then speak to a woman who is struggling in her interracial relationship with her boyfriend who is becoming a police officer, someone who sexts for money, likes it, and wants to make sure she communicates it properly to the next person she dates, and a...2020-06-291h 23
The Viall FilesAsk Nick - Have the Uncomfortable Conversations with Maria ViallThis week we are joined once again by holistic nutritionist and actual sister of the show Maria Viall. She talks about digestive health and how you may be cutting out food from your diet when you may not need to. On this episode we speak with someone who is finding that the power dynamics in her throuple are not working for her, a woman’s who realized that during her first experience in dating the relationship was just long enough to cover the absence of his girlfriend, and how to find closure while you continue to work with an ex...2020-06-221h 06