GNY EP.152 | feat. Matt Read & Alex DeRosa from Spatchcock Funk!
Welcome to Good News York! In this incredible episode, host Matt Major sits down with the dynamic duo behind Spatchcock Funk – Matt Read and Alex DeRosa – to dive deep into their journey from throwing epic parties with friends to creating a hit PBS cooking show that airs in 50+ markets across the country.
Matt and Alex share the inspiring story of how they turned their love for throwing unforgettable parties into a thriving content creation business. From their backgrounds in advertising agencies to building a community-driven brand, they reveal the hard work, creativity, and persistence behind their success.
Learn about:
• How they came up with the unique name "Spatchcock Funk"
• The evolution from garage videos to national PBS television
• Their philosophy: "You don’t need a reason to get together with friends and family"
• Behind-the-scenes secrets of filming parties with 80-100 people
• Expert party hosting tips and easy go-to recipes
• How they work with sponsors to create authentic, value-driven content
• Their expansion plans including streaming services and events in other cities
Chapters:
0:11 Introduction
1:17 Meet Matt Read & Alex DeRosa
2:47 The Origin of "Spatchcock Funk"
6:02 From Idea to Reality: Building the Show
14:38 Inside the Spatchcock Funk Show Format
19:59 Party Guest Tips & Hosting Advice
32:15 Working with Sponsors & Brand Partnerships
42:11 Where to Watch & Connect
🔗 CONNECT WITH SPATCHCOCK FUNK:
Website: www.spatchcockfunk.com
Follow them on all socials @SpatchcockFunk
Watch full episodes on YouTube and PBS
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