Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns

Tonga claim a huge victory over Samoa as the international rugby league landscape continues to heat up. The transfer window officially opens, with clubs circling and player movements set to dominate the headlines. Could Sam Walker be heading to the Canterbury Bulldogs? We unpack the latest rumours and what it could mean for the NRL. 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-GAME DAY REACTION 8:30-Transfer Period 10:30-Finals Clashes 18:00-Transfer Period See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They're BACK from Europe, bringing the chaos from Paris, Dublin and Prague! From the Guinness factory and questionable bodily functions to moths taking over, it’s another wild family catch-up. Plus, Jack’s European adventures, Sam Verrills’ wedding and a few lessons learned along the way! 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-Happy Halloween 3:30-Paris Riots 8:00-Dublin 17:00-The Guiness Factory 20:00-Prague 31:00-Jack Trip 37:00-Sign 43:00-Moths 50:00-Sam Verrill's Wedding 53:00-Lessons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tayla and Marcelo join us to talk retirement, Gus Gould and life after footy. We get into the WAGS, fan culture, family dynamics and the return of The WAHS! Plus Kyle & Jackie O, Tui Kamikamica & Fiji, and Cooper's game. 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-Save It For The Podcast 2:40-Retirement 6:00-Gus Gould 11:00-The Occupation 14:00-Socials 19:00-WAGS 23:00-The WAHS! 27:00-Fanaticism 28:00-Family Cultures 32:40-Tui Kamikamica & Fiji 39:40-The Children 44:00-Next Steps 47:00-Kyle & Jackie O 53:00-Coopers Game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty loses his marbles after a wedding MC gig goes horribly wrong. The family is splitting up for the rest of there trip, and here Liam LeBlanc channels his grandfather Percy. Grab a seat, this one’s a shocker. 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.

INXS legend Kirk Pengilly opens up on Movember and why men need to get checked. From the early days at The Antler to battles with record execs. Incredible stories & an even more important message. If you or someone you care about need support, head to Movember.com/getsupport 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.

Rome, real food, and one very dodgy tour guide: the family's Italian adventure starts here. Expect honest travel tips, basic-phrase fails and plenty of family roasting. 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.

Two teams. One draft. Only the best players on the planet. We build our ultimate Rugby League World Cup sides.Stick around for our World Cup preview and predictions. 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-The Rules & Predictions 3:00-Draft 21:20-WC Preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family's Italy bound 🇮🇹 but first, we have to talk about getting old. Aches, early nights, RBT stories and a Matt Duffy yarn, plus Trish's quiz to close it out. If you've ever groaned getting off the couch, this one's for you. 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-Trip Away 4:00-Intro Question 9:00-Getting Old 21:00-RBT 24:00-Matt Duffy 29:00-Trish's Quiz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What. A. Grand Final. The Chooks edge the Knights 19-18 in an instant classic, and we've got Billy Birmingham and Party Marty in for a Mad Monday you won't forget. The big moments, the heartbreak, the celebrations, and plenty of laughs along the way. 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 3:00-Mad Monday 23:00-Analysis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey and Matty Johns are back together for one night only, ahead of Newcastle's first Grand Final in 25 years. From the tough years and the salary cap to Mark Hughes to Daniel Johns and why it was "Better Than Lego". 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 NO TIMESTAMPS JUST ENJOY THE RIDE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty's dramatic night in the back of an ambulance has the boys comparing it to There's Something About Mary . Plus injury updates, the Titans Awards Night, and why it really does take a village to raise a child. 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.

It's the underdog against the giant. Knights v Roosters for the premiership. Newcastle is flooding into Sydney, and this is shaping up as one of the biggest Grand Final days we've ever seen. We break down the key matchups, where it's won and lost, and who lifts the trophy. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.