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Welcome to the Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns Podcast Channel
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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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Round 1 of the NRL season brought chaos and huge statements. Panthers and Storm look streets ahead, while the Raiders may have a new halfback. Cooper & Matty react to Wayne Bennett’s post-match presser and break down every match. 🏉 Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Luigi the Magnificent 3:00-Knights v Cowboys 11:30-Bulldogs v Dragons 19:00-Storm v Eels 28:00-Warriors v Roosters 34:00-Panthers v Broncos 40:00-Sharks v Titans 46:00-Raiders v Sea Eagles 52:00-Rabbitohs v DolphinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The family is reunited once again...sort of. With Jack missing Cooper is left in the producer chair. The family recaps the travel home from Vegas, what Trish has been up to and what is going on at the Kyle & Jackie O show. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matthew Gidley joins Cooper & Matty to share behind-the-scenes Newcastle Knights stories, life as a McDonald’s owner, Dana White, classic Knights memories. and his stint as Club CEO. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Dana White 3:50-Mcdonalds 6:40-Knights CEO 9:20-Newcastle 15:20-Adam Mcdougall 17:50-Strength & Conditioners 23:20-Seudes Guitar 25:00-Knights 28:00-Gidley Flick 31:00-Crowey v Malcom ReillySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Live from inside Allegiant Stadium as the NRL launches Round 0 on the world stage. They preview Cowboys v Knights, breaking down key match-ups, X-factors, and who’s primed to start fast in 2026. Bulldogs v Dragons — new combinations, early-season pressure, and why this Vegas opener could shape narratives for the year ahead. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hull KR head coach Willie Peters joins us fresh off a huge World Club Challenge win over the Brisbane Broncos, breaking down how his side pulled off the upset. With his coaching stock rising fast, we tackle the big question — is Willie Peters the next NRL head coach in line for the National Rugby League? Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s the first night of Vegas Week, and we’re cracking pre-drinks with Brian Carney as the NRL takes over Sin City. Willie Peters’ Hull KR stunning the Brisbane Broncos, and a Bulldogs Ritchie dropping into the room. We dive deep into the PNG expansion and what it all means for the National Rugby League — like you’re sitting right there with us. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The boys rip into the 2026 season with a full breakdown of Vegas Round, Origin eligibility drama, and the latest NRL rule tweaks. They tackle the game’s biggest questions — premiership favourites, breakout stars, first-year owners, and whether the Broncos can repeat the dose. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Vegas Week 4:00-Origin Eligibility 11:00-Rule Changes 14:00-AFL Origin 18:00-First Year Club Owner 20:00-Knights v Cowboy’s Vegas 24:30-Seasons Big Questions 53:00-Top 5 Signings for 2026 57:00-Big PredictionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trish returns from India with stories, observations, and a surprising deep dive into the Kama Sutra.The boys recap a big weekend at LIV Golf Adelaide, from the crowds to the chaos. Plus why Matthew simply does not suit influencer events. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Trish’s Back 4:20-India 17:00-LIV Golf 33:00-Out of Depth 41:20-ImprovisationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New South Sydney Rabbitohs recruit Bronson Garlick opens up on his move from the Melbourne Storm and the training shift under Wayne Bennett. He dives into Storm culture, army camps with Craig Bellamy, and the characters that shaped him. Plus Garlo’s Pies, wedding season chaos & reality TV. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Switch To South Sydney Rabbitohs 4:15-Training Difference 7:30-Garlo’s Pies 10:00-Wedding Season 14:00-Reality Television 19:00-Rabbitohs 22:45-Melbourne Storm 26:00-Rambling 29:00-Craig Bellamy & Army Camp 33:00-Great Characters 39:00-Storm Culture 42:00-The Noffice 44:40-Move to SouthsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Neighbour Marty drops in with wild stories, The boys tackle the Payne Haas-to-Souths rumours — and they’re not buying it. Plus mean tweets, Super Bowl aftermath, a new segment, and the usual life spiral. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Meet Neighbour Marty 5:00-New Zealand Trip 8:30-English Connection 11:00-Canberra Trip 13:00-Dumb & Dumber 14:00-Payne Haas Signing 21:30-Super Bowl 24:30-Pre-season MVP 26:00-New Segment 29:00-Matty’s Meltdown 32:45-LIV Golf 34:00-Marty’s Travels 41:15-NYE 44:00-Flight BackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Defensive Tackle Jesse Williams joins us to talk Alabama football, the Seattle Seahawks dynasty years, and what it’s really like getting drafted into the NFL. From Marshawn Lynch stories and Combine pressure to battling injuries and cancer. An elite athlete with an even better perspective on life after the game. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Alabama 4:00-Newcastle 6:00-Super bowl & Seattle Seahawks 9:00-College 23:00-Johnny Football 26:30-NFL Combine 30:00-The Playbook 34:00-Bench Press 35:00-Drafted 39:00-Marshawn Lynch 40:30-Seattle’s Big Names 44:00-Injuries & Cancer Battle 53:30-Superbowl 58:00-Celebrity Fans 59:30-Youth Work & DevelopmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1Trish brings in her best mate Leanne for moral support — and together they waste no time putting the blowtorch on the lads. We cover everything from intimacy talk and wedding night stories to raising a son in professional sport, house parties and Matty’s questionable car history. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Meet Leanne 6:30-Intimacy 10:30-Wedding Night 14:30-Mr Inbetween 17:00-Son Playing Professional Sport 28:30-Matty’s car 32:00-Newcastle Born & Bred 38:00-House Party 42:00-White Dragon Security 47:00-Grog 50:00-Gaz & Gayle 54:00-The BacheloretteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Thorn joins us for a deep dive into winning, pressure and elite sporting culture.From the ’98 Kangaroos tour and Wayne Bennett to All Blacks standards, SBW, Carter v Lockyer and World Cup glory.A rare look at mindset, anxiety, leadership and why the job — always — is to win. Brad Thorn Book - Check It Out Below https://www.booktopia.com.au/champions-do-extra-brad-thorn/book/9781775542735.html Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au Timestamps 0:00-Welcome Brad Thorn 5:30-Australian Tour 98’ 9:00-Wayne Bennett & Craig Bellamy 14:00-Alfie Langer 16:00-Kelvin Giles 18:00-Broncos Success 25:30-High Stakes 30:00-Culture & Physical Shift 38:00-Different Games 44:00-SBW & Crusaders 46:00-Job Is To Win 49:00-All Blacks Culture 53:00-Carter v Lockyer 55:00-2011 World Cup Pressure & Success 1:01:00-Coaching 1:06:00-Anxiety 1:14:40-King Of The RingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cooper's Playing in the local league in 2026? - Chimp chat, parking Ranger drama, Manly cricket and “The Orr,” and a clutch late quiz. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Famous hypnotist and comedian Peter Powers joins the show to unpack Matty’s reaction and iconic Footy Show moments.They dive into hypnosis myths, celebrity encounters, and some truly wild incidents. Peter Powers Tour March 2026 Friday 6th Mar - Flamingo's Live, Newcastle Sat 7th Mar - Blacktown Workers Club August 2026 Friday 28th - Mittagong RSL Club Saturday 29th - Oaks Hotel, Albion Park. Additional dates are being added (Brisbane/Queensland/NSW) www.peterpowershypnotist.com/tour Links: Website: www.peterpowershypnotist.com Email: peter@peterpowers.com  Youtube:    / @peterpowers  Instagram: instagram.com/peterpowershypnotist Facebook: facebook.com/PeterPowersHypnotist Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: https://linktr.ee/BackstageCooperMatty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Reaction 3:00-The Footy Show 6:00-Hypnosis 10:00-Incidences 17:00-Celebrities 23:30-After Effects 24:40-Shows Coming Up 27:45-Hypnotism Sneak PeakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Johns family fire through tennis, shark attacks, road rage and a Beckham feud that spirals quickly.Cooper drops a radio bombshell while Matty delivers one of his strangest facts yet. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Salmon Spunk 3:00-Peter Powers 5:30-Aus Open 10:00-Face of the Game 13:30-Nuremberg 16:40-Cooper Quits Radio 23:00-Shorty 27:00-Irish Marty 29:00-Shark Attacks 32:00-Road Rage 34:30-The Beckham Feud 37:00-Past Segment 41-00-Beckham 44:00-Coopers Segment 44:40-Matt’s Interesting FactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reuben Garrick joins ahead of his wedding this week to chat about life at the Sea Eagles in 2026 and his move to the Roosters in 2027. They cover training, work ethic, and funny off-field moments like wedding season and COVID friendships. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Reuben on Matty’s Shoes 4:00-Wedding Season 8:00-Power Bands 10:00-Bucks Show 15:30-Roosters 2027 20:00-Work Ethic 26:00-Life without DCE 28:30-Keiran Foran 34:00-Covid Friendships 39:00-Matty’s Marriage Lessons 43:00-Politics of a Public ToiletSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There’s talk of golf with Gaz, the cricket over the break, and an unexpected dinner with YUNGBLUD. We wrap it up with Cooper’s Bob Katter, plus the best (and worst) TV watched over the holidays. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Right Where We Left Off 5:00-New Year’s Resolution 14:30-Socials & Christmas Day 20:00-Gaz & Gayle Gifts 23:30-Golfing with Gaz 26:00-The Cricket 29:00-Dinner with Yungblud 37:00-Cooper’s Bob Katter 42:00-TV Shows over the Break   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The boys kick off 2026 breaking down the NRL rule changes set to shock fans, the growing whispers around Zac Lomax and a potential move to the Melbourne Storm, and Travis Head’s explosive cricket run that’s taken Australia by storm. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-We are Back 3:00-Collaroy Cinema 7:00-Japan 9:00-Christmas Gifts 12:30-New Years 14:30-Lomax to Storm? 19:30-The Cricket 41:00-NRL 2026 Rule ChangesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matty's Favourite pick from our Archives in 2022 - Get Ready for this one. “This week brings us dating apps and catfishing, Swiss army dildos and sauna etiquette, plus get your rotten potatoes ready, the stand up challenge begins.” Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Awesome podcast, could definitely listen to more of Joel Caine 🙂
It was finally nice to hear Jack instead of getting talked over. I prefer it with just the boys.