The Scaries with Matty Rossi

Surprise! We’re dropping a special Halloween episode of The Scaries. Resident Twink Billy Duke is back to catch up on everything that’s happened since we last left off — from our trip to Greece and the Berlin Marathon to Billy becoming the new host of Fallen Media’s Love Train… and somehow getting a new boyfriend (let’s see if that one lasts).We’re also catching up on everything that’s gone down this Locktober, reading your Halloween Scaries, and ending with a chaotic game of This or That.Expect costumes, chaos, and plenty of Scaries. Happy Halloween!

It’s the Season 2 finale of The Scaries, so we’re ending exactly how we should: catching up, answering the questions I’ve been avoiding, and getting into some of your latest Scaries.I’m recapping the end of summer — from Labor Day in P-Town and my sister’s engagement to surviving NYFW and preparing for Mykonos and the Berlin Marathon. Then I answer your unfiltered questions about coming out, dating, sex, money, being a full-time creator, living in NYC vs. Boston, and why I’m taking a step back this fall.Plus, we get into your latest Scaries involving dark rooms, hookups gone wrong, sleeping with coworkers, questionable Amazon deliveries, and more.And before we say goodbye to Season 2, I may have one final update I’ve been keeping to myself… It’s not goodbye — it’s see you later. Thank you for an incredible Season 2. 🤍

This week, Matty is joined by Sam Cushing for his first-ever podcast appearance—and yes, he touches Matty’s wiener (Kirkland, obviously).Fresh off a Labor Day weekend in Fire Island, Sam is in NYC for Fashion Week to talk all things gay life, dating, getting older, and figuring out what you actually want. Matty and Sam get into Fire Island vs. Ptown, whether Sam could see himself moving back to New York, hookup culture, saying “I love you” on the first date, and why dating in your 30s feels completely different than dating in your 20s. They also talk marriage, kids, fear of intimacy, knowing whether it’s your gut or just anxiety talking, and the constant battle between wanting to be healthy and wanting to stay out dancing until 5 a.m. Plus, Sam closes things out with a rapid-fire round of This or That.

This week, Matty is joined by Bri Morales, former host of Are You Okay?, for a conversation that begs the question… are any of us actually okay?Bri talks about unexpectedly becoming the face of a viral interview series, what years of talking to strangers taught her about people (and herself), and why she ultimately decided to close that chapter and bet on what comes next.They also get into having absolutely no idea what you’re doing with your life, being chronically online, internet trolls, burnout, oversharing with your coworkers, why nobody is thinking about your embarrassing moments as much as you are—and, naturally, whether or not they’d sleep with Shrek.Plus, Bri gives us a first look at the new show she’s building—and what’s next for her on her own.

This week, Matty is joined by Summer House’s Levi Sebree to talk about building a life in New York City, her career in fashion and events, and the unexpected path that landed her on reality TV.Levi opens up about what made her say yes to Summer House, navigating the experience alongside longtime friend Bailey, and what viewers don’t always get to see when the cameras stop rolling. She also shares her perspective on the West and Amanda scandal that took over the season—and what it was like experiencing it all from inside the house.Plus, they talk dating and friendships in NYC, starting over after a major life change, what the past year has taught her about herself, and whether she’d ever do reality TV again.

What does it actually take to find your personal style? This week, Matty is joined by men’s style creator and entrepreneur Ryan Clark (@RyanStylesNYC) to talk about dressing better, building a wardrobe you actually like, and using fashion as a tool for confidence and self-expression.Ryan breaks down where to start if you feel like you have no style, the biggest mistakes men make when getting dressed, how to experiment without feeling self-conscious, and how to stop chasing every trend you see online. Plus, they get into modern masculinity, fashion icks, and the next wave of fashion trends to get ahead of.

What if finding your person has less to do with swiping and more to do with actually putting yourself out there?This week, I’m joined by Liv Schreiber, creator of Hot & Single, to talk about how to approach dating differently—from making a “husband list” and getting clear on what you actually want in a partner to creating more opportunities to meet people in real life.We get into dating app burnout, how to be more open to connection in your everyday life, the pressure to find “the one,” and why being single should be a chapter you actually enjoy instead of something you’re constantly trying to escape.We also talk about making friends as an adult, building community, the unexpected power of intergenerational friendships, and why romantic relationships aren’t the only connections worth investing in.Plus, we answer your Scaries about dating, friendship, and putting yourself out there when you feel completely stuck.

This week, Matty focuses on one Scary he’s received again and again: “I hate the way I look naked.” After years of gaining and losing weight, trying different diets, and figuring out how to make fitness fit into his life, Matty shares the five things that have helped him build a routine that actually lasts.He breaks down finding a workout you genuinely enjoy, setting measurable goals, figuring out nutrition without relying on extreme diets, creating accountability, and avoiding the habits that can quietly sabotage your progress. He also gets into the impact of alcohol, the importance of recovery, and why consistency matters more than perfection.But ultimately, looking good naked isn’t really the point. Matty shares how his relationship with fitness has shifted from chasing a certain body to focusing on performance, longevity, confidence, and taking care of himself.Because you can want to change your body without hating the one you have now.

The last month has been a whirlwind—from Fourth of July in Provincetown to spending time with my family at our lake house in New Hampshire. In this episode, I’m catching you up on everything that’s happened while answering some of the most requested questions you’ve been sending in. We get into dating, relationships, friendships, and a lot of the personal questions I’ve never really addressed before. I also answer your Scary submissions, including everything from navigating a bachelor party as the only gay guy to some of the internet’s most ridiculous hypotheticals.To close out the episode, I share my thoughts on the conversation surrounding Nantucket’s viral “No Influencers” sign and why it sparked so much debate. If you’ve been waiting for a life update, this one’s for you.

This week, Matt is joined by creator Benjamin Chipman for a conversation about navigating your twenties when everyone else seems to have it all figured out.From growing up in New England and navigating Boston’s unique gay scene to graduating during COVID and entering adulthood in a world full of uncertainty, they reflect on the experiences that shaped them. They share the biggest lessons they’ve learned in their twenties, discuss building a career outside of your 9-to-5, and debate whether Boston or New York really comes out on top.Plus, they answer listener submissions about quarter-life crises, career anxiety, relationships, and the pressure to have your life together before you actually do.