In this episode, Cooper and Matty sit down with recently retired Manly Sea Eagles centre Brad Parker. They delve into Brad's career at the Manly club, his journey to a medical retirement, and Cooper's memorable stint as MC at Daly Cherry-Evans' wedding. They also reflect on the coaches who shaped Brad's career and share an incredible tale from his unforgettable NRL debut.

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0:00-Welcome Brad

2:30-Retirement

8:10-Moving on

10:20-New Role

13:20-Fans on Brad

16:00-100 Games

17:00-First game of Rugby League

22:20-Debut

27:30-Jake & Jorge

31:00-Rookies

32:00-Coach Pranks

35:00-Tough Talk

38:30-DCE Wedding

42:22-Next to Medically Retire

44:00-Match Ups

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The Johns Family kicks off 2025 by reliving their wild Fiji getaway, sharing trip highlights, party antics, and debating a Pulp Fiction-inspired question: Should you ever massage your boss’s girlfriend’s feet?

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Backstage Best of 2024 | Final

The final edition of Backstage Best of 2024 brings you highlights from some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment! Relive the best moments with Kalyn Ponga, Denan Kemp, Mark Bouris, Matt Nable, and the Wood Brothers as we revisit their incredible interviews from this series.

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0:00-Kalyn Ponga

6:45-Denan Kemp

12:10-Mark Bouris

22:05-Matt Nable

25:25-Aaron Woods

30:00-Woods Brothers

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🎙️ The Johns Family Podcast: Matty's Pick

In this special episode, Matty revisits one of his all-time favorite shows from a couple of years ago. The family dives into hilarious and memorable moments, including Jack's trip to Bali, a quirky discussion about Buffalo Bill, and plenty of laugh-out-loud stories. It’s the perfect way to kick off your Friday, with new episodes starting next Friday!

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2nd Edition of the Matty Johns Quiz - 2024 NRL Season

Join us for the second edition of the Matty Johns Quiz, where Matty takes you through 50 challenging and entertaining questions all about the 2024 NRL season. This quiz is designed for true rugby league tragics, testing your knowledge of the biggest stage in the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just want to see how much you remember from the 2024 season, this episode is a must-listen!

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0:00-Year Intro

3:10-Q's 0-5

6:10-Q's 6-10

10:00-Q's 11-15

13:55-Q's 16-20

18:25-Q's 21-25

22:15-Q's 26-30

26:00-Q's 31-35

29:45-Q's 36-40

33:18-Q's 41-45

36:45-Q's 46-50

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Backstage Best of 2024 | Part 4

The fourth edition of Backstage Best of 2024 brings you highlights from some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment! Relive the best moments with Michael Maguire, Cameron Ciraldo, Brian Carney, and Gorden Tallis as we revisit their incredible interviews from this series.

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Backstage Best of 2024 | Part 3

The third edition of Backstage Best of 2024 brings you highlights from some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment! Relive the best moments with Jackie O, Dale Finucane, Tommy Berry, and Gus Worland as we revisit their incredible interviews from this series.

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Backstage Best of 2024 | Part 2

The second edition of Backstage Best of 2024 brings you highlights from some of the biggest names in sports and journalism! Relive the best moments with David and Candice Warner, James Magnussen, Andrew Webster, and Jana Hocking as we revisit their incredible interviews from this series.

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0:00-Warners

8:10 James Magnussen

16:30-Andrew Webster

24:40-Jana Hocking

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Backstage Best Of: NRL Stars

We're kicking off the first edition of Backstage Best Of with highlights from some of the biggest names in Rugby League! Relive the best moments with Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic, Campbell Graham, and Luke Brooks as we revisit their incredible interviews from this series.

Enjoy the top stories and insights from these NRL superstars throughout November and December. Don’t forget to check out the full episodes with each player—and we’ll be back with more in 2025!

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SXSW Live Show Special

Matty & Cooper sit down with Australian National Treasure, mathematician, and comedian Adam Spencer. The trio dives into an eclectic mix of topics, from NRL and AFL to the mysteries of asteroids and the role of mathematics in casinos. With his trademark wit, Adam demonstrates his incredible ability to break down complex ideas, making even the most intricate subjects accessible for everyone—including Cooper and Matty.

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