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Join Matty and Cooper Johns as they chat with some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, and beyond. From untold stories to career highlights, these conversations dive deep into the lives of remarkable people, offering inspiration and plenty of laughs along the way.

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The Johns family is back for their 6th year! Matty, Trish, Jack, and Cooper come together to share hilarious stories, discuss pop culture and sports, and play their signature games. With occasional special guests, Fridays are all about fun, family, and a little chaos.

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Sunday · 1 hr
KNIGHTS ARE GOING TO THE GRAND FINAL! | Prelim REACTION!
Newcastle keep defying everyone. Another upset, and they're one win from glory! Matty's emotional reaction ("It's better than Lego!") is one you'll never forget. Full prelim finals review, plus our early take on a Roosters v Knights Grand Final. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-First Reaction 5:30-Gaz Interrupts 8:00-Newcastle Knights 15:00-Weekend of Footy 18:00-Nathan Cleary Incident 23:00-12 Men Performance 26:00-Knights Mindset 30:00-Penrith 32:00-Sandon Smith 36:00-Kalyn Ponga 39:00-Roosters 57:00-Dane Gagai See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Thursday · 50 min
Gaz & Gayles Succulent Chinese Meal
We took Gaz and Gayle into the city for Chinese to celebrate Nan's birthday, and it was a big one. Plus Matty's feedback, a fast food debate, gifting, Trish's weird list and the NRLW prelim.Finishing with our NRL tips and a Matty original to close it out. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamp 0:00-GeoJohns 8:00-Matty’s Feedback 12:00-Gaz & Gayle’s Visit 19:00-Fast Food 25:00-NRLW Prelim 27:00-Gifting 33:00-Trish’s Weird List 38:40-Pre Match 44:00-NRL Tips 47:00-Matty’s Song See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 22 · 46 min
4 TEAMS LEFT... "Knights Upset?" | FINALS WK3 PREVIEW
Finals Week 3 preview — full rundown of Roosters v Dolphins and Panthers v Knights, breaking down key and back matchups, the battle of the benches, and crunch-time moments. Eminem's NRL Grand Final pre-act clip kicks things off, plus a look at the Knights' finals chances and fan reaction. One win from the Grand Final — everything's on the line. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamp 0:00-Pre Act 5:20-Ashley Klein 7:40-Matty’s Taxi 9:45-Roosters v Dolphins 15:00-Battle of the Benches 18:00-Back Matchups 23:00-Crunch Time 27:00-Panthers v Knights 34:00-Key Match Ups 38:30-Knights Fans 40:00-Knights Win Chances See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 20 · 50 min
Knights Slay, Wahs Fade | Finals Week 2 Review - Newcastle Into The Prelims
The Knights slay the Wahs at Eden Park in a remarkable performance and book a spot in the preliminary finals. The Roosters' powerhouse backrowers dominate to beat the Cronulla Sharks and power through. Plus, Kalyn Ponga is cleared to play, a huge boost for Newcastle. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-The Triple Step 4:00-Remarkable Knights 15:30-The Wahs! 27:00-Nalesh Thank You 30:00-Sydney Roosters 39:30-Cronulla Sharks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 17 · 33 min
"PETER THE SQUIRTER"
Trish gets pissed early and delivers a chaotic Ode to Tradies, Matty drops a safeword story, and TJ fights back mid-episode. Coop's face reactions steal a moment, then the crew swings through AFLW, Kings drama, NFL at the MCG, and the Jonas Brothers. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 15 · 38 min
Newcastle Knights AMBUSH?! | Finals Week 2 Preview
Finals Week 2 kicks off with a brutal reality check as the panel breaks down the week ahead. Roosters and Sharks clash in a must-watch elimination battle. Then it's all eyes on Eden Park as the Warriors host the Knights in a do-or-die finals shootout. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-No Smiths No Game 1:00-Nathan Cleary Foot Injury 5:00-You Can’t Handle the Truth 7:00-Roosters v Sharks 23:00-Warriors v Knights See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 13 · 1 hr 2 min
Nathan Cleary IN TROUBLE? | Finals Week 1 Review
Finals footy is here, and the intensity has gone through the roof! Nathan Cleary is on report, the Dolphins show their class, the Wahs have a second chance, and the Knights look capable of causing some serious trouble this finals series. Plus, the Roosters show plenty of grit and can still cause some major headaches as the finals roll on. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Weekend 2:00-Intensity of the Finals 6:00-Nathan Cleary on Report 9:00-Panthers v Roosters 20:00-Sharks v Cowboys 29:00-Warriors v Dolphins 46:00-Knights v Rabbitohs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 10 · 51 min
Matty's Manchester Week & Cooper Hits the Mines👷
This episode goes straight into chaos - Cooper drops his mining experience before Matty takes us through his wild Manchester week. Then it's Victor Radley, NRL World, NRL Tips and Cooper's full-blown Champagne Supernova moment. Finish it off with a total eclipse chat because why not. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Household Drama 15:00-Introductory Question 17:00-Cooper’s Mining Experience 23:00-Blown Away 25:30-Matty’s Manchester Week 30:00-Uralla Tigers 31:00-MJS Characters 34:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl 42:00-NRL WORLD 44:30-NRL TIPS 51:00-Total Eclipse See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 8 · 51 min
Team Lists Reaction: Finals Week 1 Preview
Finals footy is here! We break down the team lists, react live, and preview every Week 1 clash — Rabbitohs v Knights, Warriors v Dolphins, Sharks v Cowboys, Panthers v Roosters. Who's peaking, who's cooked, and who's through to Week 2? Tune in for the full lowdown before the first ball is kicked. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamp 0:00-Preparation is Key 6:30-Minor Premiers 11:00-RABBITOHS v KNIGHTS 22:20-WARRIORS v DOLPHINS 33:00-SHARKS v COWBOYS 42:10-PANTHERS v ROOSTERS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 6 · 51 min
#98 | Blake Solly | Rabbitohs CEO & South Sydney's BIG PERSONALITIES
Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly goes behind the scenes at one of rugby league’s biggest clubs. He opens up on Wayne Bennett, Latrell Mitchell, Adam Reynolds, Jai Arrow, Russell Crowe and the big personalities who have shaped South Sydney. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-Welcome Blake 2:20-Jai Arrow 8:00-UK Rugby League 15:30-South Sydney Rabbitohs 24:00-Wayne Bennett 29:30-Adam Reynolds 31:30-Andrew Webster’s 34:30-Following Wayne 36:30-Wayne to Coach QLD 38:30-Latrell Mitchell 40:30-Players & Social Media 46:40-State of the Game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 3 · 55 min
"Matty's Retiring, Joeys Is Furious & Safety Deposit WARS"
Matty drops a retirement bombshell, Crash Bandicoot addiction gets exposed, and the boys run a Jazz Quiz before all hell breaks loose. Tributes to Tony Mundine and Jai Arrow, NRLW chat, Safety Deposit Box Wars, and a Joeys Radio Hitback that has him fuming. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-Lilrogo Feedback 3:45-Tony Mundine Tribute 5:30-Intro Question 14:30-Jai Arrow Tribute 18:00-Gold Coast 19:00-Sydney Marathon 26:00-Triple Step 27:30-NRLW 30:00-Curtain Jazz Club 40:00-Safety Deposit Box 43:00-Hitchhikers 46:00-Joeys Radio Hitback 49:30-NRL TIPS 53:00-Matty's Song See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 3 · 20 min
5 Recommendations That'll Change Your Year!
The boys sit down for a special one brought to you by Audible — 5 book recommendations that'll change your year, including Michael Jordan's The Life, Mcmafia, and Cameron Smith's The Storm Within. From untold mafia secrets to Cameron Smith's rawest reflections yet, this episode is packed with stories worth your next Audible credit. Audible — https://www.audible.com.au/?ref=a_hp_nhe_logo Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 30 · 1 hr 4 min
#97 | Matt Nable | What's Up Broncos, Russell Crowe & The Infamous No BS Lunch
one hilarious catch-up — childhood stories, rugby league, movies and music. Working alongside Russell Crowe on set, wild "No BS Luncheon" and Tim & Tom sketch tales, plus a deep dive into his novel "Mire" and a splash into the NRL with Broncos chats, NRL expansion and Pressure makes Diamonds. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Voiceovers 3:00-That Little Harry Grant 7:00-Acting with Russell Crowe 14:00-World Cup 17:00-Woodstock 99’ 20:30-Birthday Video 26:00-Old School Dinner 29:00-Sherbet Howzat! 33:00-X Factor 36:20-GBH Security 38:45-New Book ‘MIRE’ 47:00-Acting 50:00-Manly & Souths 51:00-NRL Competition 52:00-The Broncos 58:00-Pressure 1:00:00-20th NRL Team. 1:02:00-PNG See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 27 · 44 min
RETURN of the TRISH
Trish is BACK from China and the boys wasted no time diving into humanoid games, local legends and NRL tips. But it's all things Dolly Parton this week — quiz, tribute, the lot. Matt's in a weird mood the whole way through. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Intro Question 9:00-China 11:30-Humanoid Games 18:00-Local Legend 22:00-Dolly Parton 24:00-Adam Reynolds 26:00-Dolly Parton Quiz 32:00-Private School Baddies 38:00-NRL Tips 41:20-Dolly Tribute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 23 · 1 hr
#96 | Shaun Johnson |🔥Champagne Footy, Hard Lessons & The Rise of the Wahs!
This week, we’re joined by rugby league legend Shaun Johnson to reflect on his incredible career. From the Warriors and Sharks to winning the Golden Boot, Shaun opens up about the highs, injuries and self-doubt. He shares the lessons that shaped him, his transition into media, and his passion for the game. Plus, the rise of the Wahs, the Kiwis and what’s next for rugby league. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Podcast Intro 2:00-Welcome SJ 9:00-Family 13:00-Cultured 15:30-Growing Up in NZ 20:00-The Wahs! 25:00-Debut 2011 33:30-James Maloney 36:00-Feel for the Game 40:00-Nathan Cleary 41:40-2011 Grand Final 44:00-Playing Footy 45:20-World Cup Moments 48:00-Cronulla Sharks 53:00-2nd Stint at THE WAHS! 55:00-UP THE WAHS! 57:00-The Kiwis 1:00:00-Winning the Comp! 1:02:20-The All Blacks 1:03:20-Lone Survivor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 20 · 56 min
Meet Poppy on debut! Where's Trish Gone?
Trish is in China, so Cooper's partner Poppy steps in for her first-ever Family Pod. Quantum MC, Uncle John stories, Melbourne transport gripes, and a deep dive into Cooper's ongoing AFL feud all make an appearance. Billy Slater and the NRL Tips round out. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Special Guests 13:00-Quantum MC 18:00-Uncle John 20:30-Melbourne Transport 22:00-Knights Old Boys Day 23:00-Cooper’s AFL Feud 28:40-Film, Fame & Vinyl 50:00-Billy Slater 52:00-NRL Tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 16 · 44 min
#95 | Luke Keary | Part 2 | Sydney Roosters, Grand Finals & House Parties
Luke Keary opens up on his journey from a Rabbitoh to Roosters premiership winner, sharing untold stories about Craig Bellamy's and Cooper Cronk's now-infamous house party. He gets real about the brutal 2018 Grand Final gameplan against Storm's defence, and the toll of repeated head knocks. Plus, James Tedesco's tactics to longevity, whilst Luke names the Best he's ever played with. MERCH LINK HERE: https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/ Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 16 · 45 min
#95 | Luke Keary | Part 1 | New Media Role, South Sydney Rabbitohs & Coach Whisperers
Luke Keary opens up on his journey from a Rabbitoh to Roosters premiership winner, sharing untold stories about Craig Bellamy's and Cooper Cronk's now-infamous house party. He gets real about the brutal 2018 Grand Final gameplan against Storm's defence, and the toll of repeated head knocks. Plus, James Tedesco's tactics to longevity, whilst Luke names the Best he's ever played with. MERCH LINK HERE: https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/ Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 13 · 52 min
Cooper CLAPS BACK 😤
Cooper goes off on the AFL vs NRL debate, the boys dodge weddings, Bon Jovi, and Tokyo trip chat, then somehow land on cuticles and personal space before wrapping with the week's NRL tips. MERCH LINK HERE: https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/ Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-Inking Paper 3:00-Cooper AFL Beef 8:00-No Ass Johns 12:00-Wedding Celebrant 17:00-Bon Jovi 22:00-Paddo Inn 25:00-Troph Lolly 28:00-Tokyo 31:00-The Liver 33:00-Personal Space 37:40-Cuticles 47:00-NRL Tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 9 · 46 min
RACE TO THE FINALS! Can Penrith Win Without Yeo?
The race to the NRL finals heats up as Isiah Yeo’s injury puts Penrith’s premiership hopes under the microscope. The Wahs are flying, the ladder is tightening, and we ask whether Webster or the Warriors deserve more credit for their rise. Plus, the Bulldogs, Sea Eagles, Knights, Dolphins, Global Round — and a fiery AFL rant to finish! MERCH LINK HERE: https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/ Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-The Mock 3:00-The Sharks 11:00-Isiah Yeo Pec Injury 13:00-The Panthers 19:30-The Ladder 22:00-The Bulldogs 26:40-The Sea Eagles 30:30-The Wahs! 36:00-The Knights 38:00-The Dolphins 41:00-Global Round 44:30-The AFL Beef See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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