Pear Naked Truth
Autistic. Gay. Black. Judge Judy plaintiff. Former Googler.
From his sunroom in NYC, Adam Pears shares hard-earned truths about sex, family, dating, beauty, status, travel, and the illusions (scams) hiding in plain sight.
It's a weekly catch-up with your new favorite friend—someone who's lived a thousand lives, made a thousand mistakes, and took notes.
Part cautionary tale. Part consumer report. Part anthropological experiment.
Laugh. Cry. Learn something.
Leave better than you came.
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Episodes

Jul 10, 2026
Jul 10, 2026
45 min
Adam Pears sits down to share candid stories about love, identity, and loss. He describes three formative relationships with Curtis, a magnetic older mentor; a high-energy German partner; and Sonoma, his first committed boyfriend and how they shaped his understanding of dating as a gay, autistic man.
Along the way he reflects on loneliness, boundaries, cultural clashes, betrayal, and what it means to provide for and protect your heart. The episode mixes personal confession with hard-earned takeaways about when to stay, when to leave, and how to recognize red flags.
He closes with a Pear Necessities tip on lubrication practical advice and a product recommendation.https://scamlikely.com feedback@scamlikely.com

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
34 min
Adam Pears reflects on a disastrous Valentine’s Day party, childhood memories of love, and lessons about relying on external validation. He shares candid stories from college hosting mishaps, relationship struggles, and why he now uses Valentine’s Day to celebrate friends and gratitude.The episode also includes a lighthearted segment on Adam’s favorite sunscreens and the Bare Necessities—personal tips and moments that reveal how he cares for himself and others.

Jul 21, 2026
Jul 21, 2026
40 min
Adam Pears tells the true story of being filmed for MTV's Made: the surprise trip to Navy SEAL search-and-rescue training, faking an asthma attack to stop the drill, and the emotional fallout when producers discovered his eating disorder.He reflects on how the experience affected his family, friendships, and future, and finishes with his regular "Pair Necessities" segment sharing favorite items.

Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
21 min
Adam Pears recounts three chaotic trips to Chicago where charming façades mask unsettling and surprising encounters : overheard stories of assault, a bathroom attendant who appears to be unhoused, a frantic Uber ride that causes a missed flight, and hotel rooms with filthy conditions and dismissive staff. He reflects on how the city’s attitude seeps into every level of the experience while still admitting he loves Chicago and plans to return.
The episode closes with Pears’ usual product pick: a short endorsement of his favorite teeth-whitening kit, plus his trademark observations about life, identity, and travel.

Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026
16 min
Adam Pears recounts a fraught Halloween weekend in New Orleans, describing underwhelming “ghost” hotels, a problematic Airbnb near a former trap house, aggressive street encounters, and a string of tourist traps that left him feeling unsafe and disappointed.He shares costume and nightlife mishaps, discusses the trip’s frustrations, invites feedback from listeners, and closes with a short product segment recommending his favorite travel cleanser.

Aug 6, 2026
Aug 6, 2026
36 min
Adam Pears recounts reckless decisions from his youth — from leaving his car to meet a stranger in the woods that turned into a meth-cooking nightmare, to driving drunk after a night out. He reflects on how those mistakes shaped him, what he learned about safety and appearances, and shares a lifesaving favorite: Lumify eye drops. The episode mixes dark humor, hard lessons, and practical tips.

Aug 25, 2026
Aug 25, 2026
57 min
Adam Pears opens the episode explaining production setbacks and money spent on his podcast before hosting Shay, a model from Florida who arrives late with an entourage and a large dinner. The raw, uncut interview covers Shay’s upbringing in Tampa, foster care, family trauma, ADHD, and her path into modeling.The conversation turns candid about relationships, sexuality, dating preferences, and the desire for stability and partnership. Adam reflects on the chaotic but revealing visit and closes with encouragement for listeners to stay focused and supported.

Sep 2, 2026
Sep 2, 2026
13 min
Adam Pears recounts a chaotic day where a mishap with a lighter burned off his eyelashes minutes before meeting his idol, Rosie O'Donnell. Despite the embarrassment, he still meets Rosie, shares his identity as an autistic, Black, gay man, and reflects on the moment.The episode mixes humor and vulnerability as Adam describes anxiety, preparation, and the lesson he learned about living in the moment while promoting his podcast, Pears Naked Truth.

Sep 2, 2026
Sep 2, 2026
25 min
Adam Pears candidly recounts the struggle to launch his podcast—spending over $100,000, dealing with unreliable producers, and a night of delays and unexpected guests.He interviews Shay, a model from Florida, who shares her difficult upbringing, family trauma, foster care history, and resilience, all while the episode captures raw, unedited behind-the-scenes moments.



