The Scaries with Matty Rossi

Reality TV expert Zachary Reality joins  The Scaries  to break down everything happening in the world of reality television—from Love Island and Bachelor Nation to Bravo drama, behind-the-scenes tea, and the biggest stories on and off the screen. Matt and Zach discuss the future of  The Bachelor , the Amanda & West fallout, the ethics of spilling reality TV gossip, and which shows are actually...

Happy Father’s Day, Scaries. This week, Matt recaps Pride Month in NYC and shares his thoughts on Olivia Rodrigo’s new album before diving into some of the most unhinged listener submissions we’ve ever received. We’re talking accidental family encounters on dating apps, anonymous hookups gone horribly wrong, ankle bracelets in the bedroom, and the awkward reality of sleeping with someone only to e...

For week two of our Pride Month series, Matt reflects on the first year since coming out and shares the five things he wishes someone had told him beforehand. From fears that never came true, to navigating dating, friendship, identity, and self-worth, this is an honest, vulnerable, and occasionally chaotic look at what life has actually been like on the other side of the closet. Whether you’re LGB...

It’s officially Pride Month, and Billy Duke is back for the first episode of our Pride series. The two reflect on their friendship and the past year since Matt came out, sharing stories from their adventures, favorite memories, and everything that’s changed along the way. Plus, they reveal their official Pride Ins & Outs for 2026 and share their favorite gay bars in NYC. Also in this episode:...

The questions keep getting worse, so naturally we’re doing a Part 2. This week I’m answering more of your questions, including whether I’d ever start an OnlyFans, addressing the rumors about my shlong, and the biggest differences between dating men and dating women. I also rank some of NYC’s most overrated and underrated spots and share a few opinions that will probably get me into trouble. No gue...

This week Matt is joined by TJ Dinch from Southern Hospitality for a chaotic episode covering everything from reality TV drama to… wieners. TJ spills all the tea on the latest season, what’s ahead for the finale, and what it’s actually like filming reality television. The two also tease Matt’s appearance this season and debate who the better kisser is: Justin or Michols. Plus: hookup horror storie...

This week starts with Matt getting a DM from Troye Sivan… and somehow spirals into a full breakdown on the long-term effects of growing up queer. From people pleasing and chasing unavailable people to body dysmorphia, validation seeking, perfectionism, and “Perfect Boy Syndrome” — the pressure many queer men feel to be attractive, successful, likable, emotionally easy, and constantly impressive ju...

This week on The Scaries: a long overdue life update episode. Matt recaps his first ever Coachella experience, including the ticket scam situation that spiraled into one of the most viral videos he’s ever posted — plus all the behind-the-scenes chaos that came with it. Then it’s straight from the desert to Boston Marathon weekend, reflecting on one year since coming out to his parents, what person...

This week on  The Scaries , Matt is joined by comedian, podcaster, and social media personality Joey Camasta (aka best friend of Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi) for one of the most unhinged episodes to date. They dive into their absolute WORST hookup stories — from chaotic run-ins with Häagen-Dazs delivery drivers to Matt’s infamous “bathroom wall incident” after a questionable dinner decision. It’s mess...

The Scaries is joined by Eric Goldie, social media personality and real estate agent. We get into all things Real Housewives, the Bachelorette cancellation, and the art of putting expensive purchases on your husband’s credit card. He also shares the story of getting robbed at gunpoint and enlightens us on horses on Ozempic.

First solo episode of Season 2 and we’re getting into it. I finally answer the questions I’ve been actively dodging — from my full dating history since coming out to my type, celebrity crushes, and the realities of life in NYC vs. Boston. We also get into some unhinged moments including how I got banned from a Four Seasons and a few stories that probably didn’t need more detail… but you’re getting...

Billy Duke is back for his FOURTH appearance — our most recurring guest, resident twink, and still somehow the second most requested to return guest. We get updates on his love life, life as a twink in WeHo, and dive into the chaos of the NYC gay dating scene. As expected, it spirals into red flags, questionable advice, and pure chaos.

Max Cohen (aka Murray Hill Boy) joins me for one of the most chaotic episodes of the season. We get into what it was like growing up on Long Island in a Jewish household, including the time he and his brother absolutely destroyed the family computer (yes… exactly how you’re thinking). We talk about coming out at a young age in the most nonchalant way possible, being a full-on theater kid, and how...

Season 2 is here and we’re starting with a bang. Jake Eldridge joins me for a long overdue conversation where we finally address the dating rumors, break down our types, biggest icks, and the realities of dating in 2026. We get into NYC nightlife, how we first met, and some of the funniest (and most unhinged) advice we’ve given each other along the way. Jake also opens up about his journey—from be...

In this Holiday Spectacular, Matt catches listeners up on life since the Halloween Special—settling into NYC, solo traveling to London, and navigating dating in a new city. He reads listener-submitted Holiday Scaries, covering everything from hooking up with your crush at the holiday party and surviving Christmas shopping to handling political differences with family once the wine starts flowing....

Matt and his resident twink/BFF Billy Duke are back from the dead for a special out-of-season Scaries episode filled with horror stories, costume changes, and way too many tequila shots. From listener-submitted scaries to Matt’s own coming-out horror stories, nothing is off-limits. It’s spooky, it’s messy, and it’s the unhinged Halloween special you didn’t know you needed — complete with ghosts, g...

In the Season One finale, Matt unpacks what it really means to start over—moving to a new city, navigating breakups and open relationships, and finding comfort in your own company. From adjusting to life post-move in NYC to embracing independence, he shares the lessons and mindset shifts that have shaped this chapter. Plus, a look ahead at what’s coming for Season Two of The Scaries Podcast .

The Batchelder Brothers (Chad and Sammy) join Matt on the couch for an unhinged mix of dating disasters, family confessions, and career chaos. Together they tackle Scaries like: a date having a heart attack, accidentally sending a nude to the family group chat, an ex getting a face tattoo after a breakup, and the ultimate debate—eating ass on the first date. Plus, they open up about how growing up...

Who said dating has to be scary? This episode comes straight from the Banners Bachelor singles event, where the drinks were flowing, the crowd was buzzing, and love (or at least situationships) was in the air. Guests from the audience share their Sunday Scaries—ranging from awkward hookups to growing up in a cult—and help prove that no topic is off limits. It’s your all-access pass to the chaos, l...

In this episode, Matt shares the story of how he went from being the son of first-generation Italian immigrants—both entrepreneurs themselves—to carving his own path from a top university into a corporate career at PepsiCo. Along the way, he learned the ins and outs of brand management and intrapreneurship inside Fortune 500 companies, but something was missing. Matt opens up about how starting a...

This week’s episode is extra sweaty —recorded live at Ritual Social Wellness Club. Four guests pulled straight from the crowd join in to share their Sunday Scaries and help answer them. From two-year-long situationships to boyfriends with tragic guitar obsessions to men peeing the bed after a hookup, nothing is off-limits. Plus, a look at Ritual as a sweaty, healthier alternative to meeting people...

In this milestone 20th episode, Matt reflects on the past six months of The Scaries podcast and shares how social media played a pivotal role in his coming out journey. He recounts the first person he ever came out to, the moment he downloaded Grindr for the first time, and how that led to an avalanche of positive life changes. Plus, he talks about his upcoming move to New York City—why he's makin...

This week, Matt is joined by Dancing with the Stars pro and TikTok sensation Ezra Sosa for a conversation that twirls between heartfelt and hilarious. Ezra opens up about coming out to a deeply religious family, growing up Mormon, and finding freedom through dance. They dive into ballroom drama, showmances, the icks only dancers understand, and the power of embracing your truth. Plus, Matt finally...

Matt hosts the first-ever Scaries live show at The Tall Ship in Boston with The Handle Bar—and the chaos did not disappoint. With help from Juliana Pasquarosa, winner of ABC's The Bachelor, he dives into your wildest dating and situationship questions in real time. From hot takes to honest advice, no question was off limits. Plus, some hilarious crowd stories and spontaneous submissions.

Matt is joined by Boston-based content creator Narcolepsy Betsy to talk all things dating — from falling for your best friend to navigating the chaos of Boston situationships. They swap unfiltered stories, break down the red (and beige) flags, and announce a live Scaries dating event happening in Boston. We’re taking the scaries out of dating… see you there.