Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns
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 - With…Social links:
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Willie Mason | Part 2 | Reg Reagan, State of Origin & Acting
Welcome to Part 2! Reg Reagan, Greg Bird, and the Cam Murray starter debate all get a run. Wayne Bennett leaps across a room, and the genuine connection in Clubland chat gives insight into NRL Club Culture. Will Forte, The White House, and Party Hardy to close — what a way to finish. Subscribe, Wa…
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Willie Mason | Part 1 | Novocastrians, Bulldogs & Super League War
Willie Mason joins Cooper & Matty to relive the Bulldogs, Hunter Mariners, and the hard men he played alongside. The big man on intensity, sledging, and clubland life with stories on O'Meley, Asatasi and more. Plus Jonny Wilkinson, French rugby, and golf to kick things off. Subscribe, Watch, and F…
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Jack & The Einstein of Gerringong
Jack sits down with a local legend to unpack Horse racing,From the origins of Gerringong to the rise of Cooper's Golden Eagles. Plus the Mark Hughes Foundation, Kentucky Fried Foz, and Trish makes a late escape. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by fol…
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#88 | Steve 'Blocker' Roach | Origin Battles, Unwritten Rules & Balmain's Greatest Run
Steve 'Blocker' Roach is one of Rugby League's true characters — a champion Tiger, a State of Origin warrior, and a fan favourite on The Footy Show couch. Blocker sits down for a brilliant yarn covering his playing days, some classic dressing room stories, and the moments that had Australia in stit…
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Beef Week, Gerringong Backfencers & Beyond
Cooper hits the road to Gerringong on a mission to scout new Backfencers, while Matt returns from the chaos of Beef Week with stories to tell. Jack receives a surprise bouquet of flowers, raising more questions than answers. And one family member is absolutely convinced the world is black and white…
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Origin 1 REACTION! Ponga Send Off, NSW Steal It & Will There be CHANGES?
The Blues stormed back to win Origin I after Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge, shifting the momentum entirely in NSW's favour. Sam Walker was outstanding, running the show and proving he belongs at this level. Now all eyes turn to Game II! Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full …
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Both Coaches Are GAMBLING With Game 1 — State of Origin Preview
With loyalty calls and depth concerns dividing fans, both Billy Slater and Laurie Daley have made selections that could make or break Game 1. We dissect the squads, the style matchups, and the game-breaking talent that could swing the game— and we put our tips on the line. Subscribe, Watch, and Fo…
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Magic Round Hangover: Trish's Stand Up Review & Cooper's Wilful Ignorance
The Johns family regroups after Magic Round at Suncorp — Matty's still not over it, Trish takes the stage, and Cooper doubles down on knowing absolutely nothing. Jack brings his Fun Segment, the dream team gets dissected, and every opinion counts (even the bad ones). Subscribe, Watch, and Follow C…
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Craig Bellamy | Matty's First Ever Podcast!
Blast from the past — Matty’s first ever podcast with legendary Melbourne Storm head coach Craig Bellamy ahead of his 500th NRL 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 U…
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#87 | Jamal Fogarty | The NRL Dream, Manly Resurgence & FOZBALL!
Jamal Fogarty joins the boys to chat the rise of “Fozball” and Manly’s huge resurgence in 2026. They break down the teams shaping as real finals threats and the pressure around big expectations. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on soci…
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