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Finals Week 3 preview — full rundown of Roosters v Dolphins and Panthers v Knights, breaking down key and back matchups, the battle of the benches, and crunch-time moments. Eminem's NRL Grand Final pre-act clip kicks things off, plus a look at the Knights' finals chances and fan reaction. One win from the Grand Final — everything's on the line.

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0:00-Pre Act

5:20-Ashley Klein

7:40-Matty’s Taxi

9:45-Roosters v Dolphins

15:00-Battle of the Benches

18:00-Back Matchups

23:00-Crunch Time

27:00-Panthers v Knights

34:00-Key Match Ups

38:30-Knights Fans

40:00-Knights Win Chances

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The Knights slay the Wahs at Eden Park in a remarkable performance and book a spot in the preliminary finals.
The Roosters' powerhouse backrowers dominate to beat the Cronulla Sharks and power through.
Plus, Kalyn Ponga is cleared to play, a huge boost for Newcastle.

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0:00-The Triple Step

4:00-Remarkable Knights

15:30-The Wahs!

27:00-Nalesh Thank You

30:00-Sydney Roosters

39:30-Cronulla Sharks

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Trish gets pissed early and delivers a chaotic Ode to Tradies, Matty drops a safeword story, and TJ fights back mid-episode. Coop's face reactions steal a moment, then the crew swings through AFLW, Kings drama, NFL at the MCG, and the Jonas Brothers.

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Finals Week 2 kicks off with a brutal reality check as the panel breaks down the week ahead. Roosters and Sharks clash in a must-watch elimination battle. Then it's all eyes on Eden Park as the Warriors host the Knights in a do-or-die finals shootout.

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0:00-No Smiths No Game

1:00-Nathan Cleary Foot Injury

5:00-You Can’t Handle the Truth

7:00-Roosters v Sharks

23:00-Warriors v Knights

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Finals footy is here, and the intensity has gone through the roof!
Nathan Cleary is on report, the Dolphins show their class, the Wahs have a second chance, and the Knights look capable of causing some serious trouble this finals series. Plus, the Roosters show plenty of grit and can still cause some major headaches as the finals roll on.

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0:00-Weekend

2:00-Intensity of the Finals

6:00-Nathan Cleary on Report

9:00-Panthers v Roosters

20:00-Sharks v Cowboys

29:00-Warriors v Dolphins

46:00-Knights v Rabbitohs

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This episode goes straight into chaos - Cooper drops his mining experience before Matty takes us through his wild Manchester week. Then it's Victor Radley, NRL World, NRL Tips and Cooper's full-blown Champagne Supernova moment. Finish it off with a total eclipse chat because why not.

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0:00-Household Drama

15:00-Introductory Question

17:00-Cooper’s Mining Experience

23:00-Blown Away

25:30-Matty’s Manchester Week

30:00-Uralla Tigers

31:00-MJS Characters

34:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl

42:00-NRL WORLD

44:30-NRL TIPS

51:00-Total Eclipse

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Finals footy is here! We break down the team lists, react live, and preview every Week 1 clash — Rabbitohs v Knights, Warriors v Dolphins, Sharks v Cowboys, Panthers v Roosters. Who's peaking, who's cooked, and who's through to Week 2? Tune in for the full lowdown before the first ball is kicked.

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0:00-Preparation is Key

6:30-Minor Premiers

11:00-RABBITOHS v KNIGHTS

22:20-WARRIORS v DOLPHINS

33:00-SHARKS v COWBOYS

42:10-PANTHERS v ROOSTERS

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Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly goes behind the scenes at one of rugby league’s biggest clubs.
He opens up on Wayne Bennett, Latrell Mitchell, Adam Reynolds, Jai Arrow, Russell Crowe and the big personalities who have shaped South Sydney.

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0:00-Welcome Blake

2:20-Jai Arrow

8:00-UK Rugby League

15:30-South Sydney Rabbitohs

24:00-Wayne Bennett

29:30-Adam Reynolds

31:30-Andrew Webster’s

34:30-Following Wayne

36:30-Wayne to Coach QLD

38:30-Latrell Mitchell

40:30-Players & Social Media

46:40-State of the Game

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Matty drops a retirement bombshell, Crash Bandicoot addiction gets exposed, and the boys run a Jazz Quiz before all hell breaks loose. Tributes to Tony Mundine and Jai Arrow, NRLW chat, Safety Deposit Box Wars, and a Joeys Radio Hitback that has him fuming.

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0:00-Lilrogo Feedback

3:45-Tony Mundine Tribute

5:30-Intro Question

14:30-Jai Arrow Tribute

18:00-Gold Coast

19:00-Sydney Marathon

26:00-Triple Step

27:30-NRLW

30:00-Curtain Jazz Club

40:00-Safety Deposit Box

43:00-Hitchhikers

46:00-Joeys Radio Hitback

49:30-NRL TIPS

53:00-Matty's Song

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The boys sit down for a special one brought to you by Audible — 5 book recommendations that'll change your year, including Michael Jordan's The Life, Mcmafia, and Cameron Smith's The Storm Within. From untold mafia secrets to Cameron Smith's rawest reflections yet, this episode is packed with stories worth your next Audible credit.

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one hilarious catch-up — childhood stories, rugby league, movies and music. Working alongside Russell Crowe on set, wild "No BS Luncheon" and Tim & Tom sketch tales, plus a deep dive into his novel "Mire" and a splash into the NRL with Broncos chats, NRL expansion and Pressure makes Diamonds.

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0:00-Voiceovers

3:00-That Little Harry Grant

7:00-Acting with Russell Crowe

14:00-World Cup

17:00-Woodstock 99’

20:30-Birthday Video

26:00-Old School Dinner

29:00-Sherbet Howzat!

33:00-X Factor

36:20-GBH Security

38:45-New Book ‘MIRE’

47:00-Acting

50:00-Manly & Souths

51:00-NRL Competition

52:00-The Broncos

58:00-Pressure

1:00:00-20th NRL Team.  

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Trish is BACK from China and the boys wasted no time diving into humanoid games, local legends and NRL tips. But it's all things Dolly Parton this week — quiz, tribute, the lot. Matt's in a weird mood the whole way through.

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0:00-Intro Question
9:00-China
11:30-Humanoid Games
18:00-Local Legend
22:00-Dolly Parton
24:00-Adam Reynolds
26:00-Dolly Parton Quiz
32:00-Private School Baddies
38:00-NRL Tips
41:20-Dolly Tribute

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This week, we’re joined by rugby league legend Shaun Johnson to reflect on his incredible career.
From the Warriors and Sharks to winning the Golden Boot, Shaun opens up about the highs, injuries and self-doubt.
He shares the lessons that shaped him, his transition into media, and his passion for the game.
Plus, the rise of the Wahs, the Kiwis and what’s next for rugby league.

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0:00-Podcast Intro

2:00-Welcome SJ

9:00-Family

13:00-Cultured

15:30-Growing Up in NZ

20:00-The Wahs!

25:00-Debut 2011

33:30-James Maloney

36:00-Feel for the Game

40:00-Nathan Cleary

41:40-2011 Grand Final

44:00-Playing Footy

45:20-World Cup Moments

48:00-Cronulla Sharks

53:00-2nd Stint at THE WAHS!

55:00-UP THE WAHS!

57:00-The Kiwis

1:00:00-Winning the Comp!

1:02:20-The All Blacks

1:03:20-Lone Survivor

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Trish is in China, so Cooper's partner Poppy steps in for her first-ever Family Pod. Quantum MC, Uncle John stories, Melbourne transport gripes, and a deep dive into Cooper's ongoing AFL feud all make an appearance. Billy Slater and the NRL Tips round out.

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0:00-Special Guests

13:00-Quantum MC

18:00-Uncle John

20:30-Melbourne Transport

22:00-Knights Old Boys Day

23:00-Cooper’s AFL Feud

28:40-Film, Fame & Vinyl

50:00-Billy Slater

52:00-NRL Tips

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Luke Keary opens up on his journey from a Rabbitoh to Roosters premiership winner, sharing untold stories about Craig Bellamy's and Cooper Cronk's now-infamous house party. He gets real about the brutal 2018 Grand Final gameplan against Storm's defence, and the toll of repeated head knocks. Plus, James Tedesco's tactics to longevity, whilst Luke names the Best he's ever played with.

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Luke Keary opens up on his journey from a Rabbitoh to Roosters premiership winner, sharing untold stories about Craig Bellamy's and Cooper Cronk's now-infamous house party. He gets real about the brutal 2018 Grand Final gameplan against Storm's defence, and the toll of repeated head knocks. Plus, James Tedesco's tactics to longevity, whilst Luke names the Best he's ever played with.

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Cooper goes off on the AFL vs NRL debate, the boys dodge weddings, Bon Jovi, and Tokyo trip chat, then somehow land on cuticles and personal space before wrapping with the week's NRL tips.

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0:00-Inking Paper

3:00-Cooper AFL Beef

8:00-No Ass Johns

12:00-Wedding Celebrant

17:00-Bon Jovi

22:00-Paddo Inn

25:00-Troph Lolly

28:00-Tokyo

31:00-The Liver

33:00-Personal Space

37:40-Cuticles

47:00-NRL Tips

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The race to the NRL finals heats up as Isiah Yeo’s injury puts Penrith’s premiership hopes under the microscope.
The Wahs are flying, the ladder is tightening, and we ask whether Webster or the Warriors deserve more credit for their rise.
Plus, the Bulldogs, Sea Eagles, Knights, Dolphins, Global Round — and a fiery AFL rant to finish!

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0:00-The Mock

3:00-The Sharks

11:00-Isiah Yeo Pec Injury

13:00-The Panthers

19:30-The Ladder

22:00-The Bulldogs

26:40-The Sea Eagles

30:30-The Wahs!

36:00-The Knights

38:00-The Dolphins

41:00-Global Round

44:30-The AFL Beef

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A Lebanese BBQ sparks one of the wildest conversations we've ever had, before the boys tackle outrageous wedding costs, an unforgettable visit from Gaz & Gayle, and Matt's sleepless night. Cooper also makes a huge bet with Nicho Hynes that could see him dye his hair blonde, before wrapping up with NRL tips.

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0:00-Lebanese BBQ

7:00-Balls & BJs

10:00-Gaz & Gayle Visited

17:30-Wedding Costs

23:30-Nicho Hynes Bet

28:00-Matt’s Sleepless Night

35:00-ASAP Rocky vs. Allan Peters

41:00-NRL Tips

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Blues coach Laurie Daley joins us to reflect on the 2026 State of Origin series, revealing the key selection calls, leadership decisions and tactical moments that shaped NSW's success. He opens up on the pressure of coaching, his health scare, and the personal toll Origin takes on coaches and their families.

The Johns family investigates one of life's greatest mysteries while a passionate local Italian launches an emotional campaign to bring Gutho home. Matty reveals his ultimate midlife crisis and delivers a surprisingly heartfelt love letter to the Escort in another beautifully unhinged episode.

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0:00-B B Bounce!

3:00–Laurie’s Health
6:30–Off the Drink
8:45–Ricky Stuart
12:00–Health Scare Article
15:00–Origin Reflection
21:45-Cameron Murray Decision
24:00-Yeo Leadership
27:00-Tactics & Players Mentality
36:00-The Outside Noise
40:00-The Toll of the Series
43:00-Just Win!
45:00-Billy Slater
46:00-Toll on the Family
48:00-Free Time
51:00-Tommy Raudonikis

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The Johns family investigates one of life's greatest mysteries while a passionate local Italian launches an emotional campaign to bring Gutho home. Matty reveals his ultimate midlife crisis and delivers a surprisingly heartfelt love letter to the Escort in another beautifully unhinged episode.

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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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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

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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

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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?

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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-Where’s Matty?

3:00-Yepoon

6:00-Sharks Attacks

8:00-Roommates

10:00-Storm Life

20:00-Army Camp Essay

27:00-Richmond Moving Weekend

35:00-The Wall of Legends

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Cooper pees in a cup mid-movie, Matty loses his wallet then cries not once but twice. Born upside down, questioned about crying over inanimate objects, and still not over that massage.

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0:00-Horrible Patient

6:30-Intro Question

9:00-Cooper’s Birthday

15:00-Reno Update

17:00-Kurt Morris Enthusiasts

19:00-Matty’s Canberra Trip

27:00-Project Hail Mary

33:00-Ryan Gosling Movies

40:00-NRL Tips

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Hudson Young joins the pod fresh off the Blues' Origin series win to break down the victory. Plus, we dive into the Jarome Luai speculation — Eels, Bulldogs or Penrith, where's he landing?

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0:00-Breaking News

3:30-Hudson Young Interview

17:00-Jarome Luai Situation

23:00-The Voice

25:00-Auction Draft

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The boys tackle the Throat Goat, Cooper gets locked up, and Jack drops his hottest segment yet. Michael Jordan, the FIFA World Cup, and a $5.3 billion NRL bombshell all cop a mention. Matty's wild encounter closes it out before the tips roll in.

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NSW pulls off the shock of the series, taking down QLD in the decider at Suncorp. A controversial try sparks fireworks and has fans split down the middle. Cleary steals the spotlight with a performance nobody saw coming.

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0:00-Reaction

18:00-Best Try Controversy

21:00-NSW Changes

26:00-Best Players

33:00-Wally Lewis Medal

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The Origin III Decider is here — We break down Bostock game plan, whether Nanai should start, and get into some Silly Buggers before kickoff at Suncorp.

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0:00-Hypercondriacs

5:00-Ethan Strange

10:00-Jack Bostock

13:00-Jeremiah Nanai

14:00-Silly Buggers

17:00-NSW

30:00-QLD

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Who is the Grand Jester, plus Matty's raw reaction after returning to PNG for the first time in 20 years. The crew also breaks down "No Man's Land" and what it means. Plenty of laughs, catch-ups, and NRL tips to close it out.

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0:00-The Grand Jester

4:30-Matty’s Back from PNG!

18:00-No man’s Land

22:30-First Dates

27:00-Uncle Martin

29:00-Trish’s Week

33:00-Which One?

47:45-NRL Tips

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The Blues team list just dropped and we're reacting live — plus Victor Radley, Joey Walsh and the Wahs all get a mention. The NRL's $5 billion TV rights deal is here and we break down what it actually means for fans, the salary cap, and the run home to finals. Throw in a Luke Brooks injury update and a Peter V'landys wrap to close it out.

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0:00-Live Reaction to Blues Teamlist

18:30-Victor Radley Reaction

20:00-Transfer Window

22:00-Luke Brooks injury

27:00-Team to Win!

33:30-TV Rights Deal

42:00-Peter V’landys

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The Family kick things off with an online sex store mishap and a bizarre bird of paradise tangent before diving into Matty's PNG trip and a deep dive on Storm Old Boys. Throw in Byron Bay Origin chaos, a House of the Dragon chat, Dream Team picks and NRL tips, and you've got peak Family Pod energy. 

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0:00-Pod Start

3:00-Invention

9:00-Matty to PNG!

13:00-Storm Old Boys

22:00-Jack Cobber Johns

24:00-Byron Bay & Origin

31:00-Recipe of the Week

36:00-House of the Dragon

38:00-Dream Team

41:00-NRL Tips

47:00-Pie Eating Challenge!

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Welcome to Part 2 | A classic Footy Show prank story before diving back into the twin dynamic and life in Clubland. From there it's a trip down memory lane — Ben Barba's 2012, Jimmy Graham, the 2014 Grand Final and a Greg Inglis tangent — before he breaks down his time at the Dragons, Sharks and Roosters.

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Welcome to Part 1 | Josh Morris joins the boys, covering his South Coast roots and major moments during his incredible career. Talk turns to navigating the media world post-footy, his read on State of Origin, and the twin dynamic with brother Brett.

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The Family are back together with Matty returning from Washington, and the pod is packed with big topics — Fight Night, Jai Opetaia, and plenty of Trbojevic Time.

There's chaos in the lifestyle segments with moving house, Chain Letters, and Trish's Game making a return.

Plus, the crew launches a mission to make a lock forward the most followed player in the NRL — and they need your help to make it happen.

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0:00-Matty’s Back From Washington

9:30-Fight Night

14:00-Knicks Win

15:00-Jai Opetaia

19:00-Moving House

21:00-Titans Time

23:00-Storm Old Boys Day

25:00-Trbojevic Time

27:00-Tim Paynes Social Media

32:30-Chain Letter

34:00-Trish’s Game

42:00-Recipe of the Week

44:00-Taukin Powder

47:00-NRL Tips

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Game 2 reaction is here — Cooper and Matty break down a wild Origin 2 thriller, from QLD's tactics to NSW's right-edge defensive nightmare. Then Selwyn Cobbo's finger-tip magic steals the show as the moment of the match. Plus: Where's Api?, Cameron Murray's impact, and the "if we're gonna beat em" blueprint for Game 3.

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Matty's been living it up in Washington DC — ringside stories, hanging with Volk, and taking in UFC at the White House.

Back home it's all Origin — the big calls, the bolters, and Cam Murray's last-minute push into the starting side.

Game II is locked and loaded. Who wins? We break it all down.

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0:00-UFC at the White House

17:00-Origin Game II Preview

35:00-Game II Tips

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Producer Gav makes his triumphant return to the pod, and relive the day the episode died. Matty & Volk have some messages to share from Washington, Plus, Jack's Weekend with Foz & Wayne, the boys give their NRL tips, and it all wraps up with a heartfelt moment from Gav.

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0:00-Producer Gav is Back!

4:30-Intro Question

13:00-Matty Messages

16:00-The Day The Episode Died

22:00-The Continuous Call Team

23:00-Your Week

29:00-Wayne, Jack & Foz

43:00-Corey Eats

45:30-Influenza

55:00-NRL Tips

1:01:00-Kane Evans

1:06:00-VOLK & MATTY

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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.

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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.

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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.

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0:00-Jibber

7:00-Kentucky Fried Foz

12:00-Historical Dictator

17:00-Gerringong

25:00-Mark Hughes Foundation

28:00-Golden Eagles

36:00-Tips

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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 stitches every Thursday night.

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0:00-Steven ‘Blocka’ Roach

4:00-Origin Experience 

9:30-Fighting in Rugby League

15:00-Tallis Story

17:00-Teammates & Coaches

23:00-Balmain Mid 80’s

32:00-1989 GF

42:00-Retirement

46:00-The Footy Show

53:00-Lone Survivor

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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 — the debate is very much alive.

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0:00-Beatles

6:00-Beef Week

9:00-Search For Backfencers

14:00-Flowers

20:00-Jnr Presentation

24:00-Dream Team

31:00-Out Of Context

35:00-Titans Vegas

37:00-Skin Magazines

49:00-NRL Tips

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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!

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0:00-Inital Reaction

10:00-Break Down

17:30-Changes for Game 2?

30:00-Billy’s Wide 4 Tactic

32:00-Our Points

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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.

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0:00-Matty’s Foul

3:30-Winner of the Bet

5:00-State of Origin

27:00-Styles

34:00-Game Breakers

39:30-Our Tips

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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).

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0:00-Matty’s AI

5:30-Question

12:30-Magic Round

17:00-Trish’s Stand Up Review

24:00-Dream Team

28:00-Jack’s Fun Segment

35:00-Every Opinion Counts

44:00-NRL Tipping

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Blast from the past — Matty’s first ever podcast with legendary Melbourne Storm head coach Craig Bellamy ahead of his 500th NRL game. 

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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.

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0:00-Quick Wine to Start

2:30-Youth Work

11:00-QLD Cup

14:30-NRL Dream

23:00-Canberra Vs. Gold Coast

27:00-Ricky Stuart

31:00-Canberra Crew

36:00-Signing with Manly

39:00-Last Final & Broncos

46:30-Coach Keiran Foran

52:00-Coaching

55:00-Lone Survivor

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The family is back in full chaos as Matty attempts to explain “dogging,” Cooper questions whether he’s adopted, and another all-time Jonah’s dad story unfolds. There’s Mother’s Day chat, Magic Round guests & Matty’s new segment.

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0:00-Welcome

3:00-Intro Question

9:00-Mother’s Day

12:00-Facials & Dogging

21:00-Michael Movie

24:00-Magic Round Guest

27:00-Mother’s Day Cards

30:00-Matty’s New Segment

44:00-NRL Tipping

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Ivan Cleary shocks the rugby league world by announcing he’ll leave Penrith Panthers after 2027.

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0:00-Ivan News Reaction

13:00-Peter Wallace

16:20-Rep Football

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The boys go head-to-head picking their NSW & QLD Origin teams for Game 1, with a bet on the line for who gets closest. Big selection calls, shock bolters and captain debates throughout. Plus, we react to the Luke Metcalfe release bombshell at the Warriors.

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0:00-Luke Metcalf Bombshell

11:30-State of Origin Teamlist

15:00-QLD

28:00-NSW

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Gaz & Gayle are BACK from the family home in Cessnock after their last appearance became one of our biggest episodes ever. With fans demanding more Gaz stories, now opens up for more wild stories and chaos.

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Matty immediately causes chaos with bizarre sci-fi debates, stand-up stories and heated family moments. The crew tackle Mother’s Day, film nostalgia, NRL tipping and reveal details for the LIVE SHOW prize contest.

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0:00-Matts Back

5:00-Sci-Fi Character

8:00-Mother Day

15:00-Real Backstage

17:30-Magic Round Stand Up

25:00-Film, Fame & Vinyl

34:00-Mother’s Day Quiz

36:00-NRL Tipping

42:30-Magic Round Contest

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The Boys hit the road for a BCF-powered trip to Cessnock, full of laughs and an attempt to get Matthew up and at 'em early.

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Razzman signs off in emotional style! They dive into the growing PNG expansion talk, what it means for the NRL, and why the Warriors could hold a major advantage. Plus, heartfelt tributes pour in for Craig Bellamy as the boys reflect on one of rugby league’s greatest coaches.

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0:00-Puppy Trap

5:30-Razzman’s Farewell

7:45-Craig Bellamy

20:30-May Brothers

23:00-PNG Tales

49:00-Listener Questions

58::45-Razz’s Quote of the Week

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Matty’s back is blown out, Cooper’s up in the Hunter, and the boys somehow cover everything from Fanland to French kissing Foz. Jake Clifford gets the spotlight, Gaz’s horse enters the chat, Plus basketball feedback, Michael Biopic & NRL tipping.

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0:00-Matty’s Injured

15:30-Player in 60 Secs

17:00-Cooper’s In The Hunter

27:00-Basketball Feedback

31:00-Michael Biopic

39:00-FozBall French Kiss

45:00-NRL Tipping

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Jarome Luai to PNG rumours heat up, and what it could mean for Nathan Cleary. The Melbourne Storm hit rock bottom with six straight losses as pressure builds. Plus, preseason talk, best players and Dragons on Anzac Day.

WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS?

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0:00-Brookie Oval

3:30-Block Formation

5:45-Jarome PNG?

25:30-Melbourne Storm

40:00-Best Players

45:00-Dragons on Anzac Day

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Chaos, pranks and conspiracy theories collide as Trish returns, tensions rise, and the crew deliver laughs, fights, and classic Fozball energy.

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0:00–Where’s Trish?
1:30–Prank on Trish
3:30–Coming Up Next Week
5:20–Trish Enters
7:30–Intro Question
10:00–Our Week
14:30–Trish Stand-Up Announcement
17:30–Matt’s Conspiracy
22:00–Royals in Australia
27:00–Matt’s Segment
36:00–Melbourne Machete Clean-Up
42:00–Trish & Matty Fight
46:00–Quote of the Week

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Luisa Dal Din joins the boys to chat all things We Mean Well and her rise through radio. From Coachella chaos to awkward messaging situations. Plus reality TV takes, sports chat and some seriously rogue segments.

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Meeting The Storm Boys

Newmans

Woodchopping Champs

Reality Shows

NEWS

Sports

Limitless Drug

All Blacks Highlights

Triple M

Piss Tray Reviews

Japan

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Luisa Dal Din joins the boys to chat all things We Mean Well and her rise through radio. From Coachella chaos to awkward messaging situations. Plus reality TV takes, sports chat and some seriously rogue segments.

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Lou Lou

Radio

The Italians

Coachella

Messaging Someone

Letterbox Bashing

Jarch & Partner Lachy

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Gaz and Gayle get a visit. The family chat about ringworm, boils and paper work. Matt explains the workings of the liver, and is it Linguini, Luigi or Alfredo?

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Daly Cherry-Evans joins us and takes us deep into his incredible NRL journey, from his early days to becoming a Manly legend. He opens up on the famous 10-year deal, his future in the game, recent return to Brookvale Oval - Plus, stories from his wedding where Cooper was MC.

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0:00-Welcome to First Grade

3:30-Relationship On & Off-Field

9:30-The Wedding

14:45-Gym Bros

16:30-Roosters Chat

28:20-Final Year at Manly

31:00-10 Year Deal

37:00-Keiran Foran

40:00-Des Hasler

48:00-Best Players

50:00-2013 Grand Final

54:00-Future in Rugby League

1:00:00-COVID

1:03:00-Boiling

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Matty’s fresh off a colonoscopy and somehow that’s not even the weirdest story of the episode. Razzman and Cooper unpack their Gold Coast trip, while Jack brings back his chaotic quiz segment. Plus chats on Married at First Sight, Magic Round, Titans Time and Round 6 tips.

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0:00-Post-Colonoscopy

8:00-Steal Our Neighbours’ Fuel

13:30-Jacks Quiz

17:00-Matty on MAFS

20:00-Magic Round Jersey

21:30-Craig Johnston

22:30-Justin Holbrook

24:00-Fish ’N’ Chips

26:30-Titans Time

34:30-April Fools

38:45-Association

44:00-Round 6 NRL Tips

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Keegan Hipgrave opens up on life after rugby league, diving deep into his mental health journey and the purpose he’s found beyond the game.He shares insights into building his own podcast and using it as a platform to help others. Plus, Keegan talks through his massive goal of running multiple marathons in 2026 and the mindset driving it all.

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0:00-Zed

2:30-Marathons

9:00-Project

12:00-Rugby League

19:00-Titans & Broncos

27:00-Junior Footballers

33:00-Wayne Bennett

36:00-Army Camp

44:00-Portugal & Spain

46:00-Western Australia

47:00-Jarryd Hayne

51:00-Wrestling Payne

56:00-Leaders & Paul ‘The Chief” Harragon

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Easter weekend chaos, we send Tui Kamikamica a message, and Magic Round jersey chat with a Harry Grant twist. From weaknesses to Louie Theroux’s manosphere and an NRL deep dive.

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Seibold is Out as Manly Coach - The boys break down DCE’s return and what it means for the side moving forward. Plus Willie Peters’ PNG move, Foran stepping in, and the ripple effects across the league.

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0:00-Raw Dogging

7:30-Seibold Sacked

30:00-DCE

32:00-What Foz Changes

37:00-Willie Peters

38:00-Everyone Coach’s Vietnam

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Somehow, Matty is going to theto the White House🇺🇸.  The Family cover fuel prices, Chuck Norris, phrases they hate and lyrics that aged terribly, plus NRL round 3 fallout.

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Olympic gold medalist Tom Slingsby joins the boys to talk sailing dominance, the America’s Cup, and elite mindset. He reveals his work with Michael Maguire and the Brisbane Broncos, and how high-performance thinking translates to footy.

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0:00-Intro

1:00 – Central Coast

2:50 – Michael Maguire

5:30 – America’s Cup

11:00 – Alcatraz

13:00 – America’s Cup

20:00 – Sports Psychology

28:00 – Broncos

34:00 – Bonds Flying Roos

37:00 – Mick Fanning Shark Attack

41:00 – Olympics

46:00 – Pressure Winning

49:00 – Sydney to Hobart

56:00 – Finishing Up

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The family unpack the weirdest moments from Oscars night, from Conan’s jokes to Hollywood controversies. Cooper reveals a surprising kink, while the chat somehow drifts to salmon sperm and meat raffles.

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0:00-Mahjong

3:00-War Machine

6:00-Junior Footy

11:00-Sideline Eye

21:00-The Meat Raffle

25:30-The Oscars

34:00-Movie Quiz

45:00-St Patrick

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NRL veteran Kieran Foran joins Cooper & Matty to reflect on retirement and a career filled with huge highs and serious challenges.
They revisit his early days at Manly, playing alongside the greats, and the influence of coach Des Hasler. Plus stories from the Titans years, Tom Trbojevic, David Fifita, and what coaching might look like next.

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Timestamps

0:00-Retirement

5:00-DCE Wedding

9:00-Meeting Matty

14:00-Halves Training

18:20-Starting at Manly

25:00-Jamie Lyon

26:30-Des Hasler

31:20-Players Changing

39:30-Manly Drama

45:30-Physical & Mental Battles

58:30-2nd Stint at Manly

1:02:00-Tom Trbojevic

1:07:00-3 Years at Titans

1:10:00-David Fifita

1:15:00-NRL Coaching

1:19:00-Last Questions

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The Family kicks things off with Peter Wynn’s Score, bubble bath dramas, and Cooper’s Doritos challenge. They break down Round 1, Immortal predictions, MAFS, and Cooper’s latest conspiracies. Plus Alex Johnston’s record-breaking try - Should people storm the FIELD? OR NOT?

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0:00-Louie Louie

4:00-Round 1

9:00-Immortal Predictions

13:00-Bubble Bath

23:00-Coopers Word

27:00-MAFS

33:00-Coopers Conspiracies

41:00-Ichiram

51:00-Alex Johnston Try

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Round 1 of the NRL season brought chaos and huge statements. Panthers and Storm look streets ahead, while the Raiders may have a new halfback. Cooper & Matty react to Wayne Bennett’s post-match presser and break down every match. 🏉

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0:00-Luigi the Magnificent

3:00-Knights v Cowboys

11:30-Bulldogs v Dragons

19:00-Storm v Eels

28:00-Warriors v Roosters

34:00-Panthers v Broncos

40:00-Sharks v Titans

46:00-Raiders v Sea Eagles

52:00-Rabbitohs v Dolphins

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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 & Jackie O show.

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Matthew Gidley joins Cooper & Matty to share behind-the-scenes Newcastle Knights stories, life as a McDonald’s owner, Dana White, classic Knights memories. and his stint as Club CEO.

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0:00-Dana White

3:50-Mcdonalds

6:40-Knights CEO

9:20-Newcastle

15:20-Adam Mcdougall

17:50-Strength & Conditioners

23:20-Seudes Guitar

25:00-Knights

28:00-Gidley Flick

31:00-Crowey v Malcom Reilly

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Live from inside Allegiant Stadium as the NRL launches Round 0 on the world stage. They preview Cowboys v Knights, breaking down key match-ups, X-factors, and who’s primed to start fast in 2026. Bulldogs v Dragons — new combinations, early-season pressure, and why this Vegas opener could shape narratives for the year ahead.

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Hull KR head coach Willie Peters joins us fresh off a huge World Club Challenge win over the Brisbane Broncos, breaking down how his side pulled off the upset. With his coaching stock rising fast, we tackle the big question — is Willie Peters the next NRL head coach in line for the National Rugby League?

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It’s the first night of Vegas Week, and we’re cracking pre-drinks with Brian Carney as the NRL takes over Sin City. Willie Peters’ Hull KR stunning the Brisbane Broncos, and a Bulldogs Ritchie dropping into the room. We dive deep into the PNG expansion and what it all means for the National Rugby League — like you’re sitting right there with us.

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The boys rip into the 2026 season with a full breakdown of Vegas Round, Origin eligibility drama, and the latest NRL rule tweaks. They tackle the game’s biggest questions — premiership favourites, breakout stars, first-year owners, and whether the Broncos can repeat the dose.

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0:00-Vegas Week

4:00-Origin Eligibility

11:00-Rule Changes

14:00-AFL Origin

18:00-First Year Club Owner

20:00-Knights v Cowboy’s Vegas

24:30-Seasons Big Questions

53:00-Top 5 Signings for 2026

57:00-Big Predictions

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Trish returns from India with stories, observations, and a surprising deep dive into the Kama Sutra.
The boys recap a big weekend at LIV Golf Adelaide, from the crowds to the chaos. Plus why Matthew simply does not suit influencer events.

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0:00-Trish’s Back

4:20-India

17:00-LIV Golf

33:00-Out of Depth

41:20-Improvisation

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New South Sydney Rabbitohs recruit Bronson Garlick opens up on his move from the Melbourne Storm and the training shift under Wayne Bennett. He dives into Storm culture, army camps with Craig Bellamy, and the characters that shaped him. Plus Garlo’s Pies, wedding season chaos & reality TV.

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0:00-Switch To South Sydney Rabbitohs

4:15-Training Difference

7:30-Garlo’s Pies

10:00-Wedding Season

14:00-Reality Television

19:00-Rabbitohs

22:45-Melbourne Storm

26:00-Rambling

29:00-Craig Bellamy & Army Camp

33:00-Great Characters

39:00-Storm Culture

42:00-The Noffice

44:40-Move to Souths

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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.

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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 Back

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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.

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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 & Development

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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.

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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 Bachelorette

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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

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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 Ring

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Cooper's Playing in the local league in 2026? - Chimp chat, parking Ranger drama, Manly cricket and “The Orr,” and a clutch late quiz.

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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)

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Links: Website: www.peterpowershypnotist.com

Email: peter@peterpowers.com

 Youtube:    / @peterpowers  

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Facebook: facebook.com/PeterPowersHypnotist

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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 Peak

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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.

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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 Fact

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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.

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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 Toilet

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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.

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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

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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.

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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 Changes

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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.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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0:00-Parker & Starc

7:20-Laurie & Jarch

15:00-Fletch & Hindy

17:40-Anasta & Spudd

26:00-Cheese

31:00-Caine & The Fox

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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.

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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.

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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 Prank

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