The Viall Files

E1074 - TWINS, Summer House Premiere w Bailey, The Valley Persian Style w Amir and Natasha & Single Bronwyn

February 5, 2026

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  • Nick and Natalie Viall announced they are expecting twins, which was foreshadowed years prior by a psychic reading given to Nick's sister. 
  • Natalie shared the difficult journey of her three previous miscarriages, revealing she has two blood disorders (PAI-1 and TEG) that require daily blood thinner injections during her current pregnancy. 
  • Summer House cast member Bailey Taylor joined to discuss the premiere, noting that Kyle and Amanda Richards' marital struggles are palpable, and she is excited about her own summer of fun and flirting, including kissing Carl Radke. 
  • The discussion heavily criticizes Kyle's perceived selfishness and lack of commitment to his marriage with Amanda, contrasting his pursuit of a DJ career with past aspirations for settling down and having a family. 
  • Amir and Natasha shared that filming *The Valley: Persian Style* actually helped them address and improve their marriage by forcing them to confront a difficult, unspoken topic related to loss. 
  • The hosts and guests expressed strong opinions regarding the *Summer House* drama, particularly Kyle's reaction to Amanda's pool attire and the intense conflict between Skye and Gigi regarding the perceived status of living in 'The Valley'. 

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Viall Twins Announcement
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  • Key Takeaway: Nick and Natalie Viall are expecting twins, a fact predicted by a psychic reading given to Nick’s sister years prior.
  • Summary: Natalie recounted the surprising ultrasound experience where she was alone and learned about the twins. The news confirmed a psychic prediction made to Nick’s sister about the brother closest to her having twins. Natalie expressed initial shock and heartbreak that Nick was not present for the moment.
Natalie’s Fertility Journey
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  • Key Takeaway: Natalie revealed she has two blood disorders, PAI-1 and TEG, which attack the fetus, necessitating daily blood thinner shots and aspirin to sustain the current pregnancy.
  • Summary: After three miscarriages, testing revealed Natalie has two gene mutations that cause her blood to attack the fetus, explaining the difficulty in conceiving a healthy baby after River. She takes blood thinners and aspirin daily throughout this pregnancy as a direct medical intervention. Natalie emphasized that leaning on the scientific explanation made the previous losses easier to process.
Summer House Premiere Discussion
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(00:19:42)
  • Key Takeaway: New cast member Bailey Taylor confirmed Kyle and Amanda Richards’ relationship issues are severe, leading to an uncomfortable season, and she is excited about her own summer of fun.
  • Summary: Bailey Taylor joined to discuss the Summer House premiere, noting the palpable tension between Kyle and Amanda, who appear to be heading toward divorce. Bailey confirmed she is not nervous about her on-screen interactions with Carl Radke, whom she enjoys kissing. She also shared that she was welcomed positively by the female cast members, bonding with them over the men’s questionable decisions.
Kyle and Amanda’s Conflict
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  • Key Takeaway: Kyle’s pursuit of a DJ career, which involves frequent travel, directly contradicts the relationship stability Amanda sought, leading to significant friction.
  • Summary: The hosts analyzed Kyle’s defense of his DJ career versus Amanda’s desire for a slower pace after four years of marriage. Kyle’s expectation that Amanda should be supportive while he is frequently absent was heavily criticized. Amanda’s accurate recounting of how Kyle started his DJ career, seemingly out of spite over her desire for a passion project, highlighted the hypocrisy.
Single Bronwyn Update
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  • Key Takeaway: Bronwyn is embracing single life and dating a model named Brandon Goode publicly, which the hosts fully support as women should be free to date younger men.
  • Summary: Bronwyn is reportedly single and actively dating, including a public connection with model Brandon Goode. The hosts celebrated her embracing this phase, contrasting it with housewives who often hide their dating lives. They encouraged her to have fun and live her best life, noting that men have done this for centuries.
Kyle and Amanda’s Marriage Issues
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  • Key Takeaway: Kyle’s pursuit of a DJ career, involving frequent nights away, is seen as prioritizing his lifestyle over his marriage commitments to Amanda.
  • Summary: Kyle’s DJ career is criticized for requiring him to be gone four nights a week, which contrasts sharply with past discussions about settling down and having a family. The hosts note Kyle expects Amanda to hold the relationship together while putting in zero effort himself. This behavior is linked to Kyle feeling like a victim when Amanda responds negatively to his absence.
Summer House Wes and Sierra
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  • Key Takeaway: The positive interactions between Wes and Sierra suggest a potential reconciliation, supported by fan polls indicating high desire for them to reunite.
  • Summary: The hosts observed positive interactions between Wes and Sierra, noting Wes’s sweet concern for KJ’s anxiety as a positive sign. Fan support for Wes winning Sierra back is described as ‘astronomical’ based on a Watch What Happens Live poll. The current dynamic suggests they might be civil and without expectations, which could allow their relationship to naturally progress.
Summer House Jesse and Paige
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  • Key Takeaway: Jesse Solomon is adopting a ‘girl’s girl’ persona this season, possibly as a break from romantic pursuits, while also being slow to respond to DMs.
  • Summary: Jesse is characterized as being one of the girls, which the hosts view as a perfect arc for him after previous seasons. There is speculation that Jesse might be trying to make Paige jealous, though he previously stated he would take a break from pursuing women. One host noted Jesse still had not responded to a DM sent in February, despite the show filming last summer.
Kyle’s Lack of Support
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  • Key Takeaway: Kyle’s unwillingness to help Sierra and Amanda with luggage during a rainstorm exemplifies his general difficulty in putting his wife’s needs before his own comfort.
  • Summary: Kyle’s refusal to grab luggage for Amanda and Sierra during a downpour, opting instead to open a Loverboy, highlights his pattern of only doing what benefits him. The hosts argue that Kyle does not derive joy from sharing the spotlight or supporting Amanda’s passion projects, viewing them as taking time away from his company. Amanda’s emotional numbness to Kyle’s behavior is cited as a sad indicator of how far the relationship has declined.
Amir and Natasha on Vulnerability
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  • Key Takeaway: Amir and Natasha credit filming The Valley: Persian Style with providing the necessary space to finally address sensitive marital topics they had previously shelved due to being too busy.
  • Summary: The couple acknowledged that moving fast in their relationship (engagement in six months, immediate pregnancy) meant they never fully discussed certain personal topics until filming. Natasha noted that seeing the issue unfold on TV prompted them to address the lingering unspoken issues, ultimately improving their relationship. Amir expressed relief that the on-screen therapy session helped them take the ‘bandaid off’ a situation they were avoiding out of fear.
Support for Widowers/Partners
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  • Key Takeaway: Natasha receives messages about feeling like a ‘second choice’ as the partner supporting a widower, highlighting the unique challenges faced by those in second relationships after loss.
  • Summary: Amir receives messages thanking him for representing widowers and offering hope, while Natasha gets messages about supporting the widower. Natasha notes that some people question if she feels like a ‘second choice,’ emphasizing that her situation is fundamentally different from a typical breakup because the previous wife passed away. She believes their future together is worth celebrating.
Gigi vs Skye Conflict
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  • Key Takeaway: Skye’s hyper-critical and tone-deaf comments about the Valley and her desire for a larger house in a more prestigious zip code led to her confrontation with Gigi.
  • Summary: The intense argument between Gigi and Skye was catalyzed by Skye’s consistent negative commentary about the Valley, which offends locals like Gigi. Skye’s desire to move to Bel Air, despite financial advice from her husband, was seen as tone-deaf, especially since she is filming a show called The Valley. The hosts agree that while playful teasing of the Valley is acceptable, Skye’s genuine disdain and perceived superiority were the issue.
Valley vs. City Living
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  • Key Takeaway: The Valley has significantly improved its amenities and real estate value over the last decade, challenging the old LA stereotype that it was only for those who could not afford ’the city’ side of the hill.
  • Summary: The hosts acknowledge that the Valley used to be the butt of LA jokes, often seen as less glamorous than other areas. However, the area has ‘upped its game’ with new restaurants and rising real estate prices that are now surpassing parts of the city across the hill. A major practical benefit of living in the Valley cited is the ease of finding parking compared to the city.