Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns

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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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.

Trish 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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: [email protected]  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: [email protected] 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] 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:[email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve dug through the archives and pulled out our best-ever prank calls — featuring Nicho Hynes, Ray Hadley, Bulldogs Ritchie, Razzman on Brad Parker, and Adam Elliott. 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.

Please note this episode was recorded before the tragic events at Bondi last Sunday.Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their loved ones, and the wider community.We stand with all those affected by this horrific and heartbreaking attack.  Merry Christmas! Good luck to our listeners throughout the holiday period heading into 2026. 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.

The laughs, stories and chaos continue in Best of Backstage: Vol. 2. Featuring unforgettable moments with Gaz & Gayle, Drinky, Jason Ryles, Jarome Hughes, Gal, Twally, Kurt Gidkey, Jake Trbojevic and Connor Watson — this is another stacked highlight reel of classic Backstage energy. 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.

There's a lot in this episode… ahead of the Grand Final Cameron Smith calls in for a big chat with Matty and the gang, also Jack is very hungover after just arriving home from the Bunnies end of season festivities, the guys talk obscure facts, politics and the greatest league players of all time. 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]  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Featuring Braith Anasta, Fletch & Hindy, Jarch, Laurie Daley, Brad Parker, Spud Carroll, Mitchell Starc, Brandon Smith (“Cheese”), Joel Caine and Fox Sports’ own “Foxy.”From wild pranks to footy tales and everything in between — it’s the ultimate Backstage rewind. 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-Parker & Starc 7:20-Laurie & Jarch 15:00-Fletch & Hindy 17:40-Anasta & Spudd 26:00-Cheese 31:00-Caine & The Fox  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big news as Cooper Johns makes his first grade debut for The Storm, Jack gets injured when training with The Souths… the family discuss who has been approached for reality TV and of course we've got all your favourite segments: who's most likely? Build your own concert and Jack's obscure facts. 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]  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys wrap up the year with chaos, laughs, and a few questionable memories.Razzman’s back with a Christmas job enquiry, Brad Parker cops a prank, and The Fray makes a surprise return. 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-Razzman Job Enquiry 4:00-Backstages Best 16:00-Christmas with Razzman 17:30-The Fray & Sash 22:00-The Lorax Party 27:00-Dacking 30:00-Rewind Episodes 34:30-Brad Parker PrankSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love is in the air! Matty, Trish, Cooper & Jack play matchmaker this week — setting up blind dates for listeners, debating the art of romantic gestures, and testing each other’s best (and worst) pick-up lines. 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-We’ve Started Hot 5:30-Romance & Love 15:00-Gesture 29:00-No Boyfriends? 34:00-Film, fame & Vinyl 42:00-Askin Out 44:00-Cooper’s Quiz 52:00-Christmas is ComingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicho Hynes drops by for what was meant to be a calm chat about Season 2025.Instead — we got Byron Bay Drama, prank wars, a ping pong meltdown, and a “Shoot, Shag, Marry” segment that nearly ended Cooper’s career. 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-Late Start 2:20-Getaway 11:00-Robert Irwin 14:00-Season 2025 22:00-Shoot, Shag & Marry 25:00-Sharkies 2026 30:00-Storm 41:15-Ping Pong Champ 43:00-Coopers First Try       44:15-Byron Bay Trip 49:00-Dale Finucane Prank War 55:00-What are they even doing? (Jack)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 years of marriage to the most awkward proposals ever. The gang revisits “The Burgheim” story, shares proposal disasters, and debates the best film romances of all time. 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]   0:00-30 Years of Marriage 11:15-The Berghain 15:45-Marriage & Proposals 38:00-Film, Fame & VinylSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty welcomes his parents, Gayle and Gary Johns — Cooper’s Nan and Pop — for a hilarious, heartfelt chat about 55 years of marriage, wild Mad Mondays, junior footy memories, and the characters who shaped the Johns family legacy. 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 Nan & Pop 3:00-First Bikes 5:00-Emu Egg 7:00-Married 55 Years 14:00-Married Young 15:00-Wicked Sense of Humour 18:00-The Rocks 20:00-Caravan Park 28:00-Troubled they'd get into. 30:00-Mad Monday! 34:00-Herby Pearson 37:00-Disrespecful 39:00-Junior Coaches 40:30-Characters 42:00-1997 GF 45:00-Game Day Incidents 49:30-Trish 51:00-Bunk Beds 53:00-Characters 56:00-Gazzas Playing Days 1:01:00-The Modern Game 1:04:00-The MinesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Johns family bounce from honouring Remembrance Day before diving into Cooper’s rubber ducky saga, Matty’s new tattoo, and a few haunting Snapchat encounters. 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-Entry 3:00-Rememberance Day 9:00-Cooper’s Rubby Ducky 13:00-Snapchat Demons 15:00-Player Profiles 17:00-Your Song 23:00-In Memorium 28:00-Oasis 44:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl 49:00-Family BlueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cooper & Matty go from Britpop to backlines, unpacking Oasis mania and England’s Ashes soul-searching. They react to Daly Cherry-Evans’ Roosters switch. Plus, fresh updates on R360 and a few laughs along the way. 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-Oasis 11:00-The Ashes 26:00-DCE Roosters 29:40-Ryan Papenhuyzen 32:30-Eli Katoa 34:00-R360See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Johns family celebrate becoming co-owners of the Gold Coast Titans. Between talk of country songs, Halloween antics, and a family wedding, Jack wraps it up with a quiz that, as usual, goes completely off the rails. 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-Titans Ownership 8:30-Country Songs 15:00-Halloween 19:20-Family Wedding 23:00-Matty’s Heart Check 28:00-Family Wedding 34:00-Jack’s QuizSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cooper & Matty sit down with champion jockey Tommy Berry ahead of the Melbourne Cup, chatting form, pressure, and life inside racing’s biggest week. Tommy opens up on Hong Kong, the state of Australian jockeys, and balancing life on and off the track. 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-Tommy’s In Form 4:20-Peaking 10:00-Hong Kong 12:30-Jockeys by State 14:00-Spring Carnival 18:00-Melbourne Cup 24:00-League Chat 27:00-Bloodlines 30:20-Pressure on Track 32:00-Jockeys Say 35:00-Weight 38:00-Schedule 40:00-Business Class 42:00-Rapid FireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What scares you? Let’s hear the untold horror story, of Matt and a few footy mates, walking into a remote Darwin pub. It’s Halloween, and we’ve got hamstring sandwiches, exorcisms, wet frankfurts and Mick Taylor. 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]   00:00-Costumes 7:00-Horror Franchise 20:00-Fear 25:00-Your Fears 36:00-Impersonations 39:30-Bronze, Silver, Gold 45:00-Coopers QuizSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Drinkwater joins Cooper & Matty to chat Cowboys culture, Melbourne Storm memories, and life off the field. From Oktoberfest tales to two-can screamers and that infamous Grand Final mini-bar, nothing’s off limits. 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-Drinking Water with Scott 6:40-Two-Can Screamer 10:00-Coast Boy 14:00-Relationships 19:00-Storage Capacity 22:00-Oktoberfest 23:30-Melbourne Storm 35:00-Attacking 38:20-GF Mini Bar 43:00-Tom Eisenhuth 45:00-Laughing Bug 48:00-Cowboys 53:00-Brodie Croft 56:00-Cowboys 1:02:30-NSW 1:03:30-Cowboys Next Level 1:05:15-Lips of an AngelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Johns family unpack a wild week — from Matty’s dab lessons and Kevin Rudd’s Trump humiliation to Cooper’s haunted ghost tour and a Louvre robbery, before it all ends with Cooper’s “jail” story and Trish’s shocking joke. 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-Teach Me How To Dabby 5:45-Kevin Rudd Shamed by Trump 9:00-Cooper’s Ghost Tour 13:45-The Weekend 32:00-Louvre Robbery 43:00-Coopers QuizSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Ryles joins Cooper and Matty to chat about his first days as Parramatta coach, Bellamy’s best prank, coaching the game’s greats, and how he’s shaping the Eels’ new era — plus tea parties, BBQs, and plenty of laughs. 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 3:30-Tea Parties at Joeys 7:00-Craig Bellamy Prank 9:30-First as NRL Coach 16:20-First Day 18:20-Recruits 20:20-Mitch Moses 23:45-De Silva’s Eyebrows 24:45-Coaching 27:30-BBQ at Rylesy’s 29:30-Rugby Union 33:30-English Media 36:45-Affects on Players 42:30-Jason The Monster 44:40-Coaching the GOAT’s 47:30-Favourite Video Session 49:00-Parra’s Happy 51:40-Dylan Brown Situation 55:40-Josh Addo Carr 57:00-Jason Ryles 1:07:00-Melbourne Round 1 1:09:00-GiftsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn the real reason couples are having destination weddings. The tributes flow in for Jack, Cooper fumigates his grandparents and Trish has a very nasty incident. 👀 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-Birthdays & Animals Facts 11:00-Gifts 20:00-Gold Coast Porcelain 30:00-Joey’s in G Land 33:00-Hull KR & Willie Peters 35:30-The Fox Selection 36:30-Springs Cleaning 44:00-Ages 45:50-Film, Fame & VinylSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dylan Walker joins Cooper & Matty for a raw, funny chat about losing his premiership ring, life at Parra, Bozo, Russell Crowe, and NRL culture. From Souths to Manly to the Wahs! and now the Eels. 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 3:00-DCE’s Wedding 4:20-Losing Premiership Ring 7:00-Fletcher Christian 8:20-Parramatta Eels 10:00-The Wahs! 19:00-Parramatta Eels 24:00-Road to 300 25:00-Teammates 26:30-Jason Ryles 29:00-South Sydney 32:00-Work Placement 38:30-Api Kososau 41:00-Bozo 43:00-Russell Crowe 46:00-Manly 48:00-NRL Culture 49:45-All-Star TeamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What has Trish said to be taken off air!!! Matt cops some parenting criticism, and  a nasty email within the week. The tree of trust has a broken branch, and who’s smarter than a 12 year old? 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-Cooper’s Late 5:00-Jacks Big Weekend 15:00-Music Video 18:00-Uncle John 20:00-Music Video 22:00-Jack Riddles 31:00-Trish Feedback 41:00-Cooper’s QuizSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys break down the Broncos’ Grand Final triumph, Reece Walsh’s rise, Rugby 360’s poaching rumours, the post-game chaos from a wild night in Brisbane, and the latest international squad announcements. 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-What A Year! 3:40-Brisbanes Brroncos 19:00-Reece Walsh 28:00-Tyson Smoothy 30:00-Broncos Shapes 33:30-Payne Haas 35:00-Melbourne Team 41:00-What’s Next For Reece? 43:00-Broncos Club 45:00-Piggy Grant 49:10-Post-Game Shanigans 53:00-R360 55:00-Munster 58:00-Well Done Broncos 1:00:00-International Squads  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week it’s chaos on all fronts — from food feuds and Gaz & Gayle to deep dives, vinyl, and the NRL Grand Final. Trish storms out, Cooper’s quiz goes off the rails, and nothing is outta our 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-Starter 2:00-Homeland Insecurity 7:00-Foods you can't Stand 13:30-Gaz & Gayle 17:00-The Depths 21:30-She's outta my league 22:00-NRL GF 37:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl 43:00-Coopers Quiz 52:30-Trish LeavesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big dance is here! 🏆 Broncos take on the Storm in the 2025 NRL Grand Final, and the boys break it all down. Christian Welch dials in to give us the inside word, plus it’s the annual Backstage Dally M Awards. And yes… rugby league has never been this horny. 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-Finals Fever 4:00-2 day Advantage 6:00-Stefano Call out 8:30-Christian Welch Joins 18:30-Grand Final Preview 42:00-Dally M AwardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

History is made — the Broncos have ended Penrith’s dynasty in an all-time prelim, with Adam Reynolds nailing the game-winner to stun the Panthers. Meanwhile, the Storm were too good for the Sharks, booking their spot in the decider. We unpack how Brisbane pulled off the impossible, why Melbourne always rise in September, and what it means for a blockbuster Grand Final showdown. 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-This Finals Series 10:00-Storm Beat Sharks 23:00-Backfence Player 28:00-Broncos Beat Panthers 43:00-Backfence Player 52:00-The SamauriSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Matt’s Meltdown! Cooper shares his shit sleep, Jack has a story to, ‘Nowhere Town’, but bounces back for his first unsarcastic round of applause. There are drowning stories, Mr Nimbus and Matt’s experience with a vampire.  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-Matt's in a Mood 2:10-Cooper's Little Prick 5:00-Late Night 12:00-Intro Question 25:00-Nice One Jack! 28:30-Brownlow Medal 32:20-Skull F***? 41:00-Ben Lee 44:00-Paparazzi 46:00-Jacks Quiz 53:00-Michelin 56:20-Episode Ratings 1:00:00-Mr Nimbus   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharks and Storm clash in a bruising prelim decider — can Fitz’s men shock Melbourne?Broncos face the ultimate test against Penrith’s dynasty, chasing their biggest scalp yet.Plus the rumour mill cranks up: could Turbo really be off to Warrington?! Marky Mark to Union?! 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-Bongo Men 1:00-Liverpool 2:20-Rick & Morty 3:25-Marky Mark to Union? 7:50-Storm v Sharks 33:00-Turbo to leave Manly?! 36:20-Broncos v Panthers 49:00-Peter Badel Calls in 51:30-Razzle Dazzle  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cooper battles through a hangover while the boys dive straight into finals footy. Sharks’ big win over the Raiders is broken down, along with what it means for Canberra’s season moving forward. Backstage banter with Jack & Cooper heats up before the Panthers’ dominance over the Bulldogs is unpacked. Later on, Matty joins the chat — with Nathan Hindmarsh and Bryan Fletcher jumping in for some classic laughs. 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-Coops Hungover 1:20-Ethan Strange 2:45-Sharks Beat Raiders 22:00-Raiders Season 28:00-Backstage Jack & Cooper 30:00-Panthers Beats Bulldogs 47:15-Matty Joins 49:00-Nathan Hindmarsh Joins 52:30-Bryan Fletcher JoinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s family ep fires up straight out of the gates — from “Who stinks?” to Cooper’s fitness regime that still hasn’t kicked in. We get tales of Trish’s infamous Thai green curry (and the ring of fire aftermath), Matthew’s emotional trip to the Chinese grocers, and Matty’s obsession with watches. Jack cops it, Chambers gets a run, and somehow we end up with Shaun the Sheep. 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-Who stinks? 5:00-Week on Week off 8:20-The Ring 11:00-Water Weight 14:00-Question? 19:00-Andrew’s Induction  22:30-D*** Swinger 23:40-Brad Parker 27:00-Training 29:00-Sam Verrills Shaved! 31:00-Asian Grocers 35:00-Matthew’s Watch  38:00-Alcohol Percentage 43:20-Film, Fame & VinylSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back to break down all the action heading into Week 2 of the NRL Finals. Big talking points, key matchups, and predictions you don’t want to miss. From star playmakers standing tall to which pack wins the battle through the middle – it’s all on the line this weekend. 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 1:30-Justin Holbrook Knights! 6:45-Nic White 9:30-Bulldogs v Panthers 30:20-Raiders v Sharks 44:00-Backfence PlayerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys break down a huge weekend of footy with a spotlight on the Raiders v Broncos clash — and that blistering 15-minute masterclass from Reece Walsh that might go down as one of the greatest bursts we’ve ever seen.From Walsh’s brilliance to the fallout — will he or Carrigan face suspension? We also roll through the rest of the weekend’s blockbusters: Sharks v Roosters, Panthers v Warriors, and Storm v Bulldogs. And of course, it’s Backfence Player time — four times over! 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-Raiders v Broncos Reaction 18:20-Back-fence Player 20:20-Sharks v Roosters 29:20-Back-fence Player 32:00-Volkswagen 36:30-Panthers v Warriors 41:50-Back-fence Player 45:00-Storm v Bulldogs 57:50-Back-fence PlayerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s a turning of the tide today on the Backstage family pod — from soggy bus rides and Teddy Swims serenades to full-blown throat goat debates. Coop gets wet, Jack’s resistance crumbles, Trish is competitive again, and Razzman has issues with his room. 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-Coops Wet6:00-The Pointy End12:00-Teddy Swims15:00-The Throat Goat17:50-Jack’s Been Worn Down20:30-Film, Fame & Vinyl22:00-Hobby Hangout26:00-Dribble33:00-Dress Up39:00-Coopers Game49:00-PredictionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finals are here and the boys are fired up! This week, Cooper & Matty break down all four blockbuster matchups — from the Titans upsetting the Knights, to the looming mind games between Madge and Ricky. Warriors fans get a big shout, we debate whether Reece Walsh is actually out, and dissect the X-factors that could swing the series: Jet Cleary, Dylan Edwards, and even The Razzman. Strap in — it’s Finals Week 1 and anything can happen. 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-Titans Beats Knights 2:30-Warriors Fans 5:30-Smoke & Mirrors 10:30-Storm v Bulldogs 21:40-Warriors v Panthers 32:10-Sharks v Roosters 42:00-Raiders v BroncosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are joined by Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes for a cracking chat. From fatherhood and being “boyfriend material,” to life alongside Munster & Paps and Bellamy’s 600th, Hughesy opens up on injuries, teammates, and Storm’s finals push. He reflects on the 2024 Grand Final loss, perseverance through tough times, and what it means to run the show at halfback. 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-FatherHood 4:00-Boyfriend Material 9:00-Munster & Paps 11:30-Primer 13:30-Injury 17:40-Bellamy 600 19:00-Storm Army Camp 23:00-Teammates 27:00-Storm This Finals Series 30:00-Halfback 34:00-Big Tino 35:00-GF Loss 2024 37:00-Volkswagen 41:40-Grand Final Week 48:00-Perseverance 54:00-Dyor Dave 56:00-Red Wine Rome 59:30-That’s GoldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Johns crew welcomes a new producer, The Razzman. From women on flights and Reece Walsh’s infamous “flushie” to Hunter Valley tales and Jack's Cats the Musical review. There’s talk of Dexa scans, Coops finds his AirPods & a new friend.  (Apologise, Razzman's New Mic is in transit.) 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 2:30-The Razzman 8:00-Women on Flight 15:00-Reece Walsh & The Flushie 18:30-Hunter Valley 25:00-Cats the Musical 31:00-Dexa Scanning 34:30-Coops Airpods 38:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl 47:45-Coopers Quiz 56:00-FinishSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary broadcaster Ray Hadley joins the boys for stories of footy feuds, radio wars and wild moments. From nipple clamps to marathon commentary boxes, nothing is off-limits.Ray opens up on clashes with Buzz, Bulldog, Gus and More.Plus raw reflections on the Lindt Café tragedy, family battles & Cathy Freeman’s golden run. 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]  00:00-Gus Gould v Chammas 1:00-Sterlo & Fatty 2:30-Original Footy Show 9:00-Drama & Brekky Radio 13:00-Lindt Cafe Tragedy 17:00-Bondi Junction Tragedy 20:00-After Effects 21:30-Family Battles 24:30-Ray ‘Rabs’ Warren 35:00-Best EventSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary broadcaster Ray Hadley joins the boys for stories of footy feuds, radio wars and wild moments. From nipple clamps to marathon commentary boxes, nothing is off-limits.Ray opens up on clashes with Buzz, Bulldog, Gus and More.Plus raw reflections on the Lindt Café tragedy, family battles & Cathy Freeman’s golden run. 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-The One Iron 2:00-Feud 5:00-First Interaction 7:00-Radio & Feuds 15:00-Starting Out 23:15-Bob Fulton 26:20-Continuous Call Team 28:30-Super League War 38:00-Bozo 43:00-Warren Ryan x Chippy 45:00-Buzz & BulldogSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Ashton Ward flashbacks to Cooper’s Springsteen list, the boys cover music, mayhem, and Matty’s Cronk tales. Jack’s going to Cats move, Bruiser moments, and plenty of family chaos keep the laughs rolling. 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] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.