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The Scaries with Matty Rossi

Matty Rossi
Dating
Relationships
New York City
Social Media
Mental Health
Boston
Ghosting
Coming Out
Dating Apps
Adult Friendships
Sunday Scaries
Breakups
Confessions
Friendship
Threesomes
Grief
Anxiety
Personal Growth
Family Dynamics
Social Media Influence

The Scaries with Matty Rossi is your go-to podcast for debriefing the weekend and shaking off The Scaries. Each week, listeners submit their funniest, messiest, and craziest stories or questions—whether it’s cringe-worthy confessions, relationship drama, or career chaos. Matt blends comedy with real talk, offering helpful (and hilarious) advice to remind you it could always be worse. It’s the perf... more

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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.

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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 encou... more

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-wor... more

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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 ... more

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Recent Guests

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Self-employed / Creator
Episode: Spilling All the Tea with Zachary Reality
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Episode: Comparing Wieners with TJ Dinch
Joey Camasta
Social media personality, comedian, podcaster, reality TV figure
Independent entertainer
Episode: Our WORST Hook Up Stories EVER ft. Joey Camasta
Eric Goldie
New York City realtor, social media personality, host of Take Me Off Speaker podcast
Self/Take Me Off Speaker
Episode: Robbed at Gunpoint, Housewives, & Horses on Ozempic ft. Eric Goldie
Max Cohen
Creator known as Murray Hill Boy, Instagram/TikTok comedian focused on NYC post-grad life
Self-employed creator / Murray Hill Boy
Episode: AirDropped your WHAT!? (ft. Murray Hill Boy)
Jake Eldridge
Former Rutgers football player turned social media personality and model
Self/Personal Brand
Episode: Am I dating Jake Eldridge?
Emmett Gregoire
Formerly born into a cult, now sharing dating stories
Episode: Interviewing Singles at a Dating Event
Mark Kaiser
Creative director and co-founder of men's fashion brand Kaiser Clark, also works in athlete and artist engagement.
Kaiser Clark, Impactful
Episode: Sweaty Scaries, Situationships & Soaked Sheets
Ezra Sosa
Professional dancer on ABC's Dancing with the Stars
Dancing with the Stars
Episode: Coming Out, Growing Up Mormon, & Dance Icks ft. Ezra Sosa

Host

Matt Rossi
Host of the show; central voice blending humor with candid personal storytelling around sexuality, dating, and creator culture.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Perpetuates the gay party stereotype

    My personal opinions only, but to be honest this podcast has nothing to do with Sunday scaries. 85% of the podcast is just either talking about himself, complaining about first world problems, or interviewing another gay who remind me of the type of gays who aren’t inclusive, judge, and are selective about how they look and who they hang out with. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is his true personality. Sadly, this is just another podcast created by an “influencer” who has a lot of followers due... more

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    Myekay
    United Statesa month ago
  • Loving the pod

    Every week is another adventure! Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BachTruth
    United States2 months ago
  • Fun listen

    I enjoy listening to this podcast weekly. Love hearing people’s scaries

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GingrBear88
    United States2 months ago
  • Enjoying the journey

    As someone who also opened up later in life, really enjoying seeing your journey. Love the stories and the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SZVa222
    United States2 months ago
  • Insufferable

    The combination of whining and delusions of relevance are insufferable. The recent videos of his mistake buying re-sold tickets reveals his true self.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    INTJRP
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some episodes hit hard emotionally and showcase genuine personal growth.
Humor and vulnerability mix beautifully with relatable tales and strong guest mix.
Listeners appreciate blunt honesty and practical dating/creativity tips.

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Spilling All the Tea with Zachary Reality
Q: How did you balance honest coverage with maintaining civil relationships with the people you cover?
He explained that he shares his opinions when discussing episodes but separates those views from his personal relationships, aiming to be fair and respectful while staying true to what he saw on TV.
Answering the Questions I've Been Avoiding (Part 2)
Q: What is the minimum age you accept for content or dating?
He suggests a practical age range around 26 to 34, citing life stage and maturity as guiding factors.
Answering the Questions I've Been Avoiding (Part 2)
Q: Any future plans to create exclusive content?
He says there are no current plans for exclusive content and prefers to monetize through brand deals and ads rather than paywalled material.
Answering the Questions I’ve Been Avoiding
Q: How do you find New York compares to Boston?
New York is louder and busier, but it offers a larger, more diverse community and professional opportunities; Boston has a tighter-knit, more walkable feel and less chaos.
Answering the Questions I’ve Been Avoiding
Q: What's the craziest night out you've had that ended somewhere other than your home?
Waking up under a picnic table in Washington DC after a wild night, then ordering McDonald's to the table the next morning.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scaries

What is The Scaries about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humorous, candid show centered on personal stories, dating chaos, and life in urban LGBTQ+ scenes. Episodes mix listener-submitted Scaries with solo reflections and honest conversations about coming out, dating dilemmas, career pivots, and behind-the-scenes realities of creator culture. Guests range from reality-TV personalities and comedians to influencers and nightlife figures, all delivering blunt anecdotes, practical (often playful) advice, and a strong emphasis on authenticity and self-acceptance. The format keeps a light, banter-heavy energy while tackling relatable topics like dating, identity, and life transitions, making it appealing for listeners who want laughs paired with real talk and takeaway tips.

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1. Zachary Reality
2. TJ Dinch
3. Joey Camasta
4. Eric Goldie
5. Max Cohen
6. Jake Eldridge
7. Emmett Gregoire
8. Mark Kaiser

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