Show overview
Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 222 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 190 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 43 min and 1h — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 44 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 123 episodes published. Published by JOHNS MEDIA.
From the publisher
Welcome to the Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns Podcast Channel Mondays - Backstage with Cooper & Matty 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. Fridays - Johns Family Podcast 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. 🎙️ Twice a week - Plus Bonus Episodes throughout the year.
Latest Episodes
View all 222 episodes"That’s a Kill Shot...Mum" 👏
EMERGENCY POD: Ivan Cleary to Leave Penrith 2027!
Origin Teams Locked In? Our Picks, Big Calls & Metcalfe Release News
#86 | Gaz & Gayle Return | From Cessnock
Just a Little Stern Talking To…
Roadtrip to Cessnock
Warriors Handed Massive Edge? Razzman’s Emotional Farewell & Bellamy Tribute
Matty’s Had His Back Blown Out!
Jarome Luai to PNG?! Storm in Freefall – 6 Straight Losses 😳
LONG LIVE FOZBALL!
Luisa Dal Din | Making New Friends, All Blacks & Piss Tray Reviews | Part 2
Luisa Dal Din | We Mean Well, Radio Life & Letterbox Bashing | Part 1
Matt’s Been Caught Red Handed.
#84 | Daly Cherry-Evans | The 10 Year Deal, His Future & Return to Brookvale
Daly Cherry-Evans joins us and takes us deep into his incredible NRL journey, from his early days to becoming a Manly legend. He opens up on the famous 10-year deal, his future in the game, recent return to Brookvale Oval - Plus, stories from his wedding where Cooper was MC. 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:[email protected] 0:00-Welcome to First Grade 3:30-Relationship On & Off-Field 9:30-The Wedding 14:45-Gym Bros 16:30-Roosters Chat 28:20-Final Year at Manly 31:00-10 Year Deal 37:00-Keiran Foran 40:00-Des Hasler 48:00-Best Players 50:00-2013 Grand Final 54:00-Future in Rugby League 1:00:00-COVID 1:03:00-BoilingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
That's My Man!
Matty’s fresh off a colonoscopy and somehow that’s not even the weirdest story of the episode. Razzman and Cooper unpack their Gold Coast trip, while Jack brings back his chaotic quiz segment. Plus chats on Married at First Sight, Magic Round, Titans Time and Round 6 tips. 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:[email protected] 0:00-Post-Colonoscopy 8:00-Steal Our Neighbours’ Fuel 13:30-Jacks Quiz 17:00-Matty on MAFS 20:00-Magic Round Jersey 21:30-Craig Johnston 22:30-Justin Holbrook 24:00-Fish ’N’ Chips 26:30-Titans Time 34:30-April Fools 38:45-Association 44:00-Round 6 NRL TipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#83 | Keegan Hipgrave | Mindset, Miles & Meaning
Keegan Hipgrave opens up on life after rugby league, diving deep into his mental health journey and the purpose he’s found beyond the game.He shares insights into building his own podcast and using it as a platform to help others. Plus, Keegan talks through his massive goal of running multiple marathons in 2026 and the mindset driving it all. 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:[email protected] 0:00-Zed 2:30-Marathons 9:00-Project 12:00-Rugby League 19:00-Titans & Broncos 27:00-Junior Footballers 33:00-Wayne Bennett 36:00-Army Camp 44:00-Portugal & Spain 46:00-Western Australia 47:00-Jarryd Hayne 51:00-Wrestling Payne 56:00-Leaders & Paul ‘The Chief” HarragonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Tinny's The Easter Bunny?
Easter weekend chaos, we send Tui Kamikamica a message, and Magic Round jersey chat with a Harry Grant twist. From weaknesses to Louie Theroux’s manosphere and an NRL deep dive. 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:[email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manly Fallout | Seibold Gone, DCE's Return & Willie Peters to PNG
Seibold is Out as Manly Coach - The boys break down DCE’s return and what it means for the side moving forward. Plus Willie Peters’ PNG move, Foran stepping in, and the ripple effects across the 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:[email protected] 0:00-Raw Dogging 7:30-Seibold Sacked 30:00-DCE 32:00-What Foz Changes 37:00-Willie Peters 38:00-Everyone Coach’s VietnamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matty's Going To The White House 🇺🇸
Somehow, Matty is going to the to the White House🇺🇸. The Family cover fuel prices, Chuck Norris, phrases they hate and lyrics that aged terribly, plus NRL round 3 fallout. 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:[email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#82 | Tom Slingsby | The Hidden Mindset Behind The Broncos 2025 Success
Olympic gold medalist Tom Slingsby joins the boys to talk sailing dominance, the America’s Cup, and elite mindset. He reveals his work with Michael Maguire and the Brisbane Broncos, and how high-performance thinking translates to footy. 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:[email protected] 0:00-Intro 1:00 – Central Coast 2:50 – Michael Maguire 5:30 – America’s Cup 11:00 – Alcatraz 13:00 – America’s Cup 20:00 – Sports Psychology 28:00 – Broncos 34:00 – Bonds Flying Roos 37:00 – Mick Fanning Shark Attack 41:00 – Olympics 46:00 – Pressure Winning 49:00 – Sydney to Hobart 56:00 – Finishing UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.