The Scaries with Matty Rossi
The Scaries with Matty Rossi is a weekly podcast where listeners share their funniest, messiest, and craziest stories from the weekend. Host Matty Rossi blends comedy with real talk, offering hilarious advice on topics like cringe-worthy confessions, relationship drama, and career chaos. The show aims to help listeners shake off the Sunday scaries with laughs and life lessons. New episodes drop every Sunday at 12pm.
Episodes
Spilling All the Tea with Zachary Reality
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 wort
He Matched with Dad on WHAT?!
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 en
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Came Out
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 LGBT
Pride Ins & Outs ft. Our Resident Twink Billy Duke
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: B
Answering the Questions I've Been Avoiding (Part 2)
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 gues
Comparing Wieners with TJ Dinch
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 stories
Gay Trauma & DMs from Troye Sivan
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 jus
I Got SCAMMED at Coachella… Then Ran the Boston Marathon
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 persona
Our WORST Hook Up Stories EVER ft. Joey Camasta
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 messy,
Robbed at Gunpoint, Housewives, & Horses on Ozempic ft. Eric Goldie
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.
Answering the Questions I’ve Been Avoiding
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
The Resident Twink Returns (ft. Billy Duke)
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.
AirDropped your WHAT!? (ft. Murray Hill Boy)
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 a
Am I dating Jake Eldridge?
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 bei
Life Updates, Holiday Chaos & What’s Next
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.Ma
Tricks, Treats, & Twinks
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
Moving, Breakups & Being on Your Own
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.
Dating Heart Attacks & Family Group Chat Disasters ft. The Batchelder Bros
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
Interviewing Singles at a Dating Event
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
How to Quit Your Job and Build a Career You Love
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 s
Sweaty Scaries, Situationships & Soaked Sheets
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
Reflection, Growth thru Grindr, and New Beginnings
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
Coming Out, Growing Up Mormon, & Dance Icks ft. Ezra Sosa
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
Answering Your Dating Questions with Juliana Pasquarosa
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.
Boston Dating, Dead Exes & Best Friend Crushes
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.
DMs, Gay Bars, Prep, Oh My!
Matt is back from his EuroSummer adventures and is hitting the ground running. This week, he’s recapping your Fourth of July Scaries, reading some of his wildest DMs, and sharing the story of his very first time at a gay bar. Plus, a hilariously awkward and mildly embarrassing journey to finally starting PrEP. Just another week of oversharing you didn’t ask for.
I’m Not in Love, I’m in Italy
Reporting live (and a bit overserved) from a Sardinian hot tub, Matt recaps the emotional aftermath of a recently ended situationship while poking holes in the fantasies of Call Me by Your Name. With surprise guest appearances from his family, an impromptu Italian lesson, and plenty of unfiltered honesty --it’s wet, hot, Italian chaos in its purest form.
Transatlantic Lovers, Sugar Daddies & Falling for Straight Men
To close out Pride Month with the chaos it deserves, Matty’s resident twink Billy Duke is back in the studio—fresh off the sheets of last night’s Upper West Side hookup. After a Memorial Day weekend debut, Billy returns to unpack all the gay sh*t—from transatlantic romances to sugar daddies, wedding date drama, being the other woman, and falling in love with straight men.Halfway through, Billy hij
Work/Life Balance, Trauma & Grief, and Not Giving a F*ck
We’re back with international best-selling author Nina Purewal for Part 2—and yes, we’re still letting that sh*t go. We kick things off with the chaos of work/life balance, then dive into trauma & grief, and learn how to not give a fuck (kinda). Bonus: Nina closes with a guided meditation to help you chill out, breathe deep, and leave a little lighter.
The Chatty Mind, Anxiety & Self Doubt, & Relationships
This week, Matty is joined by bestselling author and mindfulness guru Nina Purewal—his longtime mentor and friend—for a grounding convo on the “chatty mind,” anxiety, and self-doubt.They unpack listener submissions about comparison spirals, feeling behind in life, and dating confusion—all while exploring how to build self-trust and find calm in the chaos. Nina shares her journey from corporate hus
Imposter Syndrome, Boss Hookups, & Micropenis Sightings
Matty’s best friend Ben Shore returns (last seen in Episode 3) for a chaotic catch-up that covers everything from imposter syndrome to the ethics of sleeping with your boss—and one micropenis sighting we’re still recovering from.
Matty's Coming Out Story
In celebration of the first day of Pride, Matty shares his full coming out story as a bisexual man—from years of silent confusion to the messy, beautiful process of finally living out loud. After a very public straight relationship on The Bachelorette, coming out felt even scarier. How do you explain being somewhere in between when the world expects you to pick a side?We share heartfelt listener m
Mafia Boyfriends, Disappearing Acts, & A Few Too Many Martinis
For the first time ever, we’re taking The Scaries out of the studio and into the group chat. This special Memorial Day episode was recorded on a friends weekend with some familiar faces—and some new ones—including the return of Anika Dhar from Episode 4. With strong martinis and even stronger opinions, we dive into dating drama, chaotic friend trip stories, and submissions that spark the kind of u
Matt Goes to Therapy
In this episode, Matt is joined by licensed therapist Abby Granigan for a deep (and occasionally unhinged) dive into the psychology behind cheating, why we keep texting our exes, and the surprisingly common roots of foot fetishes. From emotional spirals to kink curiosities to full-blown crashouts, it’s the Sunday Scaries session you didn’t know you needed—without the co-pay.
Corporate Chaos, Scandalous Snapchats, & Zoom Trauma ft. Gay Cousin Matt
In this episode, Matt is joined by Matt Kearney, aka Gay Cousin Matt, to dive into the spooky side of corporate life. They spill the tea on scandalous Snapchats, HR horror stories, and Zoom trauma, while also unpacking the chaos of Gen Z vs. Millennials in the workplace, gay dating in Boston, and getting overserved at open bar weddings. Consider this your Sunday Scaries cure before the workweek ch
Bellyflops, Fear of Heights, & Active Diarrhea
This week, Matt dives off the deep end with professional cliff diver Morgane Herculano — and yes, there’s literal diving involved. From conquering a fear of heights to the unexpected risks of active diarrhea mid-competition (yep), Morgane shares what it really takes to throw yourself off a cliff for a living. Plus, your Sunday Scaries submissions spark some freefalling chaos of their own.
How to Hookup with your Trainer
Matt is joined by his real-life fitness coaches, Jamie Hines and Darren Battista, for a sweaty (and slightly scandalous) deep dive into gym life. They talk building confidence when you feel out of place at the gym, smart (and realistic) nutrition tips, and the right way to approach your gym crush without being a creep. Equal parts helpful and unhinged, it’s your Sunday Scaries cure with a side of
Survivor Aquadumps, Tropical Hookups, & Unsolicited D*ck Pics ft. Anika Dhar
This week, it’s a Survivor x Bachelorette crossover episode as Matt sits down with his friend Anika Dhar from CBS’s Survivor. Learn how they met—and how they both somehow ended up on reality TV—while they unpack your wild weekends and share stories from their messiest adventures together.There’s tea, there’s chaos, and there’s at least one story that probably shouldn’t have been recorded.
Adult Friendships, Navigating Threesomes, and Bi-Panic
In this episode, Matt is joined by his childhood best friend, Ben Shore, who’s been around since sixth grade and knows all the stories Matt would probably rather forget. From middle school to college and every chaotic phase in between, their friendship has survived it all.Together, they reflect on what it takes to maintain and create new adult friendships, share a few ridiculous (and questionably
His vs. Her Perspective on Dating ft. Kayla Michelle Fisher
Our first-ever guest has joined the show and let's just say she understood the assignment. Boston content queen Kayla Michelle Fisher joins us to break down your wildest, weirdest, and most relatable "Scaries" submissions. From dating red flags to the chaos of modern adulting, we’re reacting and giving unsolicited-yet-somehow-necessary advice from both the His and Her perspective.Expect laughs, ho
Let's Get Scary
Welcome to The Scaries with Matty Rossi — the ultimate cure for your Sunday Scaries (no prescription required).Each week, Matty reads your wildest weekend stories and does his best to offer some advice… or at least a few laughs to help you survive the spiral and make it to Monday. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and remember: no matter what happened, there’s always someone who did something MUCH
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