The family is reunited once again...sort of. With Jack missing Cooper is left in the producer chair.

The family recaps the travel home from Vegas, what Trish has been up to and what is going on at the Kyle & Jackie O show.

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The family is reunited once again...sort of. With Jack missing Cooper is left in the producer chair.
The family recaps the travel home from Vegas, what Trish has been up to and what is going on at the Kyle &amp; Jackie O show.
Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: <a href="https://linktr.ee/BackstageCooperMatty">Linktree: Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty</a>
Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: <a href="mailto:contact@johnsmedia.com.au">contact@johnsmedia.com.au</a>

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.

Welcome to the Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty Johns Podcast Channel
Mondays - Backstage with Cooper &amp; 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.

Matty & Cooper Johns, open the doors of their home to welcome some of the most prominent figures in sports, entertainment, journalism and beyond.

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 the Family

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.

Welcome to the Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty Johns Podcast Channel
Mondays - Backstage with Cooper &amp; 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 the Family
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.

Where's Jack?... and Jackie O

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Daily Telegraph journalist Brent Read joins us to discuss the highs and lows of modern journalism, rugby league's biggest feuds, and the stories behind some of sport's biggest events.

From media scrutiny to behind-the-scenes tales, Brent gives an insider's perspective on the game and the industry that covers it.

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Timestamps

0:00-Ringer Going Off

2:00-Peter Badel

4:00-Paris Olympics

8:00-Journalism

27:00-The Dark Web

31:00-Feuds

34:00-Sporting Events

37:30-State of Origin

41:00-Nathan Cleary

49:00-NSL

51:30-Auction Draft

Daily Telegraph journalist Brent Read joins us to discuss the highs and lows of modern journalism, rugby league's biggest feuds, and the stories behind some of sport's biggest events.
From media scrutiny to behind-the-scenes tales, Brent gives an insider's perspective on the game and the industry that covers it.
MERCH LINK HERE:
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Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: <a href="https://linktr.ee/BackstageCooperMatty">Linktree: Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty</a>
Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: <a href="mailto:contact@johnsmedia.com.au">contact@johnsmedia.com.au</a>
Timestamps
0:00-Ringer Going Off
2:00-Peter Badel
4:00-Paris Olympics
8:00-Journalism
27:00-The Dark Web
31:00-Feuds
34:00-Sporting Events
37:30-State of Origin
41:00-Nathan Cleary
49:00-NSL
51:30-Auction Draft

#93 | Brent Read | Journalism, Rugby League & Media Feuds

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/9bbe9b36-e9bf-4d1c-9ccf-b491007c1026/transcript

Jack pens an unexpected love letter to one of Australia's unsung heroes before Trish's Quiz, Cooper's Riddle and an AI segment send things completely off the rails.

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0:00-Shingles

4:00-Albinos & Cheetahs

6:00-Matty’s Special Place

8:30-Brandon Smith Shoutout

11:00-The Odyssey

16:30-Robbie Williams

18:30-Messi Bath Photo

21:00-Love letter to Posties

24:00-Trish’s Quiz

30:30-Cooper’s Riddle

34:00-Ask AI

38:00-The Hawk

Jack pens an unexpected love letter to one of Australia's unsung heroes before Trish's Quiz, Cooper's Riddle and an AI segment send things completely off the rails.
MERCH LINK HERE:
<a href="https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/">https://3b1e7f.myshopify.com/</a>
Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: <a href="https://linktr.ee/BackstageCooperMatty">Linktree: Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty</a>
Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: <a href="mailto:contact@johnsmedia.com.au">contact@johnsmedia.com.au</a>
0:00-Shingles
4:00-Albinos &amp; Cheetahs
6:00-Matty&rsquo;s Special Place
8:30-Brandon Smith Shoutout
11:00-The Odyssey
16:30-Robbie Williams
18:30-Messi Bath Photo
21:00-Love letter to Posties
24:00-Trish&rsquo;s Quiz
30:30-Cooper&rsquo;s Riddle
34:00-Ask AI
38:00-The Hawk

Jack's Love Letter to the Postie 💌

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Welcome to Part 2!

Harry Grant joins the boys to discuss Storm 2026, Craig Bellamy's legacy, and who could coach Melbourne next. The Storm captain also reflects on State of Origin, Queensland's future, and leadership at the highest level. Plus, Harry shares insights on loan deals, player development, and life inside the Melbourne Storm.

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0:00-Storm 2026

2:30-Craig Bellamy

7:30-Coaches

19:00-State of Origin

22:00-Loan Deal

Benji & Wests Tigers 

Playmaker Development

State of Origin 2026

Who Could Coach Storm Next?

Cairns

Welcome to Part 2!
Harry Grant joins the boys to discuss Storm 2026, Craig Bellamy's legacy, and who could coach Melbourne next. The Storm captain also reflects on State of Origin, Queensland's future, and leadership at the highest level. Plus, Harry shares insights on loan deals, player development, and life inside the Melbourne Storm.
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Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: <a href="https://linktr.ee/BackstageCooperMatty">Linktree: Backstage with Cooper &amp; Matty</a>
Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: <a href="mailto:contact@johnsmedia.com.au">contact@johnsmedia.com.au</a>
0:00-Storm 2026
2:30-Craig Bellamy
7:30-Coaches
19:00-State of Origin
22:00-Loan Deal
Benji &amp; Wests Tigers&nbsp;
Playmaker Development
State of Origin 2026
Who Could Coach Storm Next?
Cairns

#92 | Harry Grant | Part 2 | Storm 2026, Craig Bellamy, Loan Deals & State of Origin

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/2e8cf09b-7825-40ea-ba1a-b48c0059dc97/transcript

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