Matt Bernstein, aka Mattxiv, is the Next Generation of Progressive Social Commentary.

Matt Bernstein, also known as Mattxiv on Instagram, where he boasts 2.2 million followers, is one of the most influential Internet voices for young queer progressives in the U.S. Through vertical videos, uniquely curated social posts and a podcast called “A Bit Fruity,” Bernstein tackles the most pressing—and controversial—issues of our time, but presents them in an accessible and bite-sized way that meets the moment of how consumers want to receive information in 2026. In this episode of “UNCLOSETED, with Spencer Macnaughton,” Spencer sits down with Bernstein to talk about why far-right podcasters are dominating the Internet, the state of the Democratic party on trans issues and why “nobody [his] age cares about legacy media.” UNCLOSETED, with Spencer Macnaughton is a new podcast by Uncloseted Media, an investigative LGBTQ-focused nonprofit news publication. Follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. CREDITS: Host: Spencer Macnaughton Audio Production Intern: Bella Sayegh Editor: Izzy Stokes Social producer/Design: Sophie Holland Special thanks: Jennifer Moroz and Leital Molad #usapolitics #transrights #podcast #lgbtcommunity #gay #poltics #politicalnews #commentary #culturalanalysis #legacymedia #newmedia #influencer #creator #newpodcast #usanews #usa