Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns
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.
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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.
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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. St...
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.
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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.
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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 Free...
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 Free...
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.
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“A Sneak Peek into Next Week’s Episode with Legendary Broadcaster Ray Hadley – Enjoy the Preview!”
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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.
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.
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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.
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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,”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 🎬.
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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.
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