Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns

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.

“A Sneak Peek into Next Week’s Episode with Legendary Broadcaster Ray Hadley – Enjoy the Preview!” 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-Matty Intro 0:20-Feuds with Journalists 2:30-Bulldog vs. Joey 4:00-Bulldog Prank CallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re joined by Steve “Chimes” Gillis, one of the the NRL’s most experienced player managers with three decades in the game. From Gus Gould to the Super League war to Super League War 2.0 and contracts that shaped careers, Chimes shares untold stories from behind the scenes. Plus—why he reckons managing Matty Johns would’ve been impossible. 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-Chiming In 4:00-Clubland 8:15-Journalism 11:30-Gus Gould Story 15:00-Clinton Schifcofske 18:30-The Bomber 20:00-Field Goals 23:00-Player Management 29:00-Super League War 44:00-Bryan Fletcher 47:00-Players 50:00-Journo Wars 52:00-Super League War 2.0 54:00-Tax Free dollars 56:00-Administrators 1:00:00-PNGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we chat about last weekend's night out with some ex-Wallabies — from karaoke chaos to Trish stirring the pot, before the lads dive into weapons talk, sniffer stories, and Grandfather Gary's questionable nickname choices. Plus, Matty’s predicament of the week and a Beatles debate cap it all off. 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 Cat 2:30-The Week 6:45-Questions 14:00-Weapons 14:30-Harry’s Call 17:00-Karaoke 21:00-Coopers Washing 23:00-Coopers Security 28:00-U2 31:00-Jack’s Segment 34:00-PREDICAMENT of the week 38:00-Sniffer 41:00-Craig Johnston Story 43:00-350 Boys 47:30-Coopers Top 49:00-The BeatlesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Twal joins the boys to chat heritage, Tigertown, and his long-awaited Try. From Benji and Maguire to diet hacks and cheat meals, Twal shares stories from life on and off the field. Plenty of laughs with undercover funny men, sledgers, and a few random twists 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-Alex Twal 2:30-Heritage 5:00-Khawd! 7:30-Win Over Bulldogs 8:30-Tigertown 11:00-Fletch & Hindy 14:00-Undercover Funny Men 16:15-Schooling & Juniors 20:00-May Boys 22:00-Benji 23:30-Adam Doueihi 25:00-Michael Cheika 27:00-Michael Maguire 29:00-Teammates 33:00-Try Scoring Drought 35:30-The Twal Diet 37:30-Cheat Meal 39:00-Wedding Ring 40:00-Buzz 41:00-Random Questions 43:00-Sledgers 47:00-Last Word 50:30-DubaiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Johns clan takes flight with a prehistoric intro before diving into Snoop Dogg shout-outs, Gold Coast misadventures, and the legendary Cessnock Port. Matthew and Joey turn pranksters & Trish’s breath sparks “Homeland Insecurity,” 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-Flashback 7:30-Pick 3 15:00-Snoop Dogg 17:00-Jayden Brailey 21:00-Matthew & Andrew 24:00-Gold Coast 29:30-Homeland Insecurity 35:20-The Montoyas 37:00-Predicament of the Week 49:00-Listener QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty & Cooper go Backstage with radio legend Tim Blackwell, diving into his career from first gigs to the heights of brekky radio.It's got it all, radio feuds, ratings battles, celebrity roasts, and a few… unexpected tea bags. 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-Cathy Griffin 2:00-David Copperfield! 3:30-Vegas 5:00-Radio 9:30-Hobart & Washington 13:00-First Radio Gig 17:00-Melbourne 21:00-Hughesy & Kate 23:00-Radio Then v Now 25:30-Hughesy 27:20-Moonman 29:30-Sam Pang 30:30-US Roasts 32:20-Brekky Radio 34:30-Triple M New York 36:00-Creating a Team 38:00-Hard Hitters 42:00-Radio Feuds 42:40-Guests 49:00-Stand Outs 52:00-Lone SurvivorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tensions hit a boiling point when Pictionary turns ugly & the Family are over Trainer bashing.Cooper brings a mysterious “stick” into the studio, and Jack has another bizarre segment. 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-Self-Care 9:00-Mistruth 22:00-Bowral 26:30-Penrith Trainer 33:00-Pictionary 38:00-Purchases 41:00-Film, Fame, Vinyl 50:00-Coopers Quiz 53:00-Steve Gillis 54:00-Jacks SegmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Kurt Gidley actually Cooper’s dad? The boys kick off with a live in-studio paternity test before diving into Gidley’s career, from debuting at Newcastle to captaining NSW. Plenty of laughs, old stories, and a surprising family twist. 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-Leadership & Hard Times 4:00-Wayne Bennett 6:00-Alex Mckinnon 8:30-Private Ownership 10:15-Characters 13:30-State of Origin 15:00-Craig Bellamy 16:30-Captain from Bench 19:45-The Fight 24:00-Australia  27:00-Kiwis 28:20-Gidley Flick 30:00-Mark Hughes Trek 39:00-Lone SurvivorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Kurt Gidley actually Cooper’s dad? The boys kick off with a live in-studio paternity test before diving into Gidley’s career, from debuting at Newcastle to captaining NSW. Plenty of laughs, old stories, and a surprising family twist. 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-Swab Test 4:00-Intro Gids 6:00-Matty Gidley 8:00-McDonalds 13:00-Butcher by Trade 14:00-Debut 16:00-Mario Fenech Stitch Up 19:00-Breaking In 22:30-Training with Joey & Matty 24:00-Brian Smith 27:00-Debut 29:30-Fullback 31:30-Communication 35:00-Joey 36:30-Knight RiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Someone’s trying to poach Jack…We’re going full tradie this week — from past jobs to the worksite showdown. Plus, our review of Happy Gilmore 2 sparks a deep dive into the greatest sports comedies ever. 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 sit down with Manly and Origin legend Jake Trbojevic for a big chat on leadership, loyalty, and life outside footy. From DCE’s wedding, Russian toothbrushes to COVID camps and Tom Turbo tales, 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-Intro 1:20-DCE’s Wedding 5:20-Dave From Dee Why 7:30-Manly Form 10:00-Leadership 14:30-Russia Toothbrush 16:00-1st Grade 18:30-Gear 21:00-Mona Vale Raiders 22:30-Ground Announcer 24:00-Knights Supporter 26:00-Tom Turbo 29:30-COVID Camp 2021 33:00-Jakey Overload 36:00-Brothers 38:00-Online 42:00-Josh King 43:00-State of Origin 48:00-Australia & Big 3 52:00-Brad Parker 53:30-Coaching 54:30-Offers from other Clubs 56:30-Players 58:00-Wrestling ParksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Des Hasler’s fiery blow-up might be just what the Titans need 💥, while the boys farewell the Prince of Darkness himself — Ozzy Osbourne 🦇 Leichhardt chaos, coaches cracking, and a dive into Animation Domination 🎬. 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-Ozzy Osbourne RIP 8:45-Birthdays 11:00-Golfin & Rumblin 20:00-Superpower 29:00-Des Goes Boom! 33:00-Coaches Incidents 41:00-Rugba League 42:30-Animation DominationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Starling joins the boys for a wild episode full of laughs, inside stories, and 2025 Raiders chat.They prank-call Adam Elliott and take a hilarious trip down memory lane. 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-Brodie Jones’ Dad 1:00-Adam Elliot Prank 5:00-Pranks 9:00-Canberra 12:15-Roommates 19:15-Ricky v Cooper 21:15-Teams to Beat 22:15-Katoa 24:15-Surreal Moments 26:15-Best Players 27:15-Central Coast Incident 32:15-Matthew Tamoko 34:00-Team Culture 38:00-InjuriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Starling joins the boys for a wild episode full of laughs, inside stories, and 2025 Raiders chat.They prank-call Adam Elliott and take a hilarious trip down memory lane. 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-Engagement 3:00-Eligibility 9:00-Raiders 2025 15:30-Teammates 19:15-Knights Exit 21:30-Too Small For NRL 23:00-Big Papa 27:30-Owen Pattie 30:30-Chris Lewis 33:30-Jack Johns 36:30-Lodge & Church 37:30-Guns & Roses 42:30-McmuffinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty meets his Kiwi Doppleganger, Cheese x Matty - the boys unpack Kalyn Ponga’s future as rugby comes knocking, and the legendary Cockhead Cup returns with full heat. 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.

Matthew & Cooper sit down with Tim Tszyu ahead of his massive bout with Sebastian Fundora.They chat legacy, his famous father, Manny Pacquiao, the boxing world — and share a few laughs along the way. WATCH THE FIGHT HERE: https://mainevent.kayosports.com.au/boxing/tszyu-vs-fundora-2?pg=default&extcamp=tszyuvfunbackstage-ptr-kyo-lnk-grc-acq-box-kyo&channel=social Feel better, train harder, and stay sharp with Good Day’s multivitamins and electrolytes. We’ve been loving the boost — and reckon you will too. Use the Code JOHNS for a 10% discount, OR 20% paired with a Subscription. LINK HERE: http://bit.ly/3GPgF7M 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-Kostya v Judah 2:00-Nature 3:30-Ancestry 5:00-Russia 7:00-Preparations 9:00-Vegas 9:30-Manny Pacquiao 14:00-Interaction with Manny 15:40-Boxing Community 16:30-Tyson Fury 17:00-Zab Judah 19:00-Adopting Styles 19:30-Fundora 25:30-Nikita 29:00-Jai Opetaia 33:00-Fighters 38:00-Newcastle 40:00-Lone SurvivorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys take a chaotic trip from Oasis reunions to marriage counselling, with pit stops in Canberra, Townsville, Melbourne and which NRL Player had a night to forget at the Mad Cow. 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.

Queensland secured the 2025 State of Origin series with a 24–12 Game 3 victory, driven by Cameron Munster's inspiring leadership amid personal tragedy and Tom Dearden's breakout performance, earning him the Wally Lewis Medal. Coach Billy Slater's bold decisions, including key lineup changes, proved decisive in the Maroons' triumph. 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-Leather Jacket 1:30-Munster Reaction 6:00-Greatest Coaching Performance 11:45-The Big Moments 18:00-the Pressure 19:00-Ascendancy 21:00-2nd Half 26:20-QLD’s First Error 28:00-Top QLDERS 31:00-Top 3 32:30-Series Top 3See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.