Matty & Cronk
Episodes
Round 2 Takeaways
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cronk break down all the action from the weekend including the history making moment in Rugby League's biggest rivalrySee omnystudio.com/lis...
Round 1 Review and Recap
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper are back for season 2026 and reviewing round 1 of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grand Final Predictions!
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to review Broncos wild win, Storm's spine strength, Grand Final Week hype, predictions for the decider & more.See ...
Finals Week 2 Takeaways!
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to discuss Panthers machine & review Bulldogs' season. Plus they preview Walsh v Cleary Prelim Final showdown.See ...
Finals Week 1- The Recap!
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to recap Sunday's Madness, Raiders Failure To Clinch, Storm On A Roll, Cleary's Masterclass & Sharks To Kick On.Se...
Round 27 Takeaways- Finals Here We Come!
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to preview Finals Week 1 - including JFH v Leota & possible Bulldogs change. Plus they assess teams outside the To...
Round 26 Takeaways
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Raiders' Minor Premiership, Bulldogs' Status, Savala Comparison & Good Reece/Bad Reece.See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...
Round 25 Takeaways
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Mudgee Miracle, Panthers' Prediction, Strange & Weekes then recap Storm-Bulldogs. Plus the guys give their Top 4 & Top 8...
Round 24 Takeaways
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Round 25's big issues, including Roosters & Storm utilising tall wingers & Broncos' potent attack. Plus preview of massi...
Round 23 Takeaways
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Premiership contenders, evolving role of Dummy Half, Broncos adapting to halves injuries & emerging youngsters.See omnystudi...
Round 22 Takeaways
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper discuss no panic for Raiders & Dogs, then Cleary's final few minutes. Plus Cooper proposes new system for HIA rulings.See omnys...
Round 21 Takeaways
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper with Round 21's best, including Bulldogs' Edge Attack & Panthers' Well-Oiled Machine. Plus Top 3 players of 2025 & Grand Fi...
Round 20 Takeaways
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode; recap of Knights-Warriors & the amazing finish, top five form players & status of top 8 contenders.See omnystudio.com/listene...
Origin III Recap and Round 19 Takeaways
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper recap Origin III, including Billy's bold calls & Cleary not to blame. Plus positive signs for Hynes & more from Round 19. &...
Origin Decider
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys preview Origin III, chat about Dogs Dilemmas, Raiders On A Roll & Elite Emerging Talent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Origin III Preview and Round 17 Takeaways
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys give their thoughts on changes for Origin III. Plus Panthers & Broncos building, then possible concerns for Bulldogs & WarriorsSee om...
Round 16 and Origin II Takeaways
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Origin II's big moments & key players, then their top ten SOO players of all time. Plus AJ & other prolific try scorers....
Round 15 Takeaways and Origin II Preview
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper discuss Round 15 highlights including Galvin & Sexton's combination, & Katoa continuing to shine. Plus in-depth Origin II p...
Round 13 and Origin 1 Takeaways
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper with their Origin Review, Broncos In Crisis, Advice For Galvin & Possible Bears Targets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Round 12 Takeaways and Origin Preview
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper on Dogs' decisions after Galvin's arrival, Blues concerns with Stephen Crichton's injury, Daley's SOO playing career & 1995 Mar...
Round 11 Takeaways and Origin Squads
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper with an in-depth look at sides for Origin I, teams expected to improve during State Of Origin & Metcalf's breakout season.See o...
Round 10 Takeaways
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper praise Isaiya Katoa's ball playing, Latrell Mitchell owning the big moments & the guys weigh in on Origin selections.See omnyst...
Magic Round In-Depth Analysis
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper with big issues from Magic Round including Bumpy Broncos & Top 3 Wahs. Plus they'll preview Bulldogs-Raiders top of the table c...
Round 8 Takeaways
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper Cronk look at issues from Round 8 including Cleary’s playing style, good Galvin & Sharks’ poor execution.See omnystud...
Round 6 Takeaways
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper analyse inconsistent attacks, Latrell at 6, Cowboys' form reversal and Cleary struggling without support.See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Round 5 Takeaways
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper with the big talking points after round 5, including Dogs' defence, Panthers' outlook and the Mitchell-Gray combination at Souths.See...
Round 4 Takeaways
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty & Cooper with their big talking points from Round 4- including DCE's statement, Bulldogs' status, Lomax's best position & 2025's break o...
Round 3 Takeaways
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Round 3: Matty & Cooper with their takeaways from Round 3, including evolving Tigers attack, improving Eels & best forward combinations.See om...
Round 2 Takeaways
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Round 2: Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk for thoughts on Tigers' progress, Roosters' memorable win & Ricky Stuart's coaching master class.See omny...
Round 1 Takeaways
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Round 1: Matty Johns & Cooper Cronk break down Round 1's top performers, clubs failing to fire & Dylan Brown's playing future.See omnystudio.c...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - The best of 2024 - Part 4
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one hell of a year, and to wrap it all up, we've collected some of the best (or worst) moments for your listening pleasure. Does Matty have ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - The best of 2024 - Part 3
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one hell of a year and to wrap it all up, we've collected some of the best (or worst) moments for your listening pleasure. Matty gets caught...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - The best of 2024 - Part 2
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one hell of a year and to wrap it all up, we've collected some of the best (or worst) moments for your listening pleasure. Cooper and Matty ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - The best of 2024 - Part 1
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one hell of a year and to wrap it all up, we've collected some of the best (or worst) moments for your listening pleasure. Matty found an ol...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - One last tantrum from Matthew for 2024
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The last show for the year has dragons, alien invasions, shredding tips and a blow-up. And exactly what is toilet etiquette 101? You can watch full ep...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - I didn't get thrown out, I just wasn't allowed back in
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The dirty laundry is getting an airing this week. Jack looks like he might be up for an Oscar, and who threw Trish’s House Rules in the bin? You c...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Leather Boy? I like him already
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TikTok has infiltrated Matthew. Jake Trbojevic or Captain America? FYI: Ray Hadley doesn’t even have a basement! And, are quantities really needed...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Where's Reggie hidden the sausage this morning?
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Laws stitches up Matty, Cooper nearly gets kidnapped, and Jack gives us a great risotto recipe, but just remember to cook the chicken before you ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Get in the corner Matthew!
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt’s been sent to the corner. What happened to the mystery lotto winner? Harry Grant and Cooper send Nicho a moving tribute for his hundredth game...
🏉 NRL Analysis - It's Grand Final Time
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final episode of the podcast for this season. The boys discuss the semi-finals and look forward to the Grand Finals on the weekend. WHO WILL ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - It's so bad, it's good
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The boys had a big day at the races. We hear about the time Matt brought a shiela home. Trish has learnt a few new terms, and it really does take a vi...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Tedesco’s outstanding performance for the Roosters
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another great round as we inch closer and closer to the grand finals, Matty and Cooper discuss some of the highlights including Tedesco’s remarkable...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - I woke up the next morning with no eyebrows
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stay away from flagons and goon bags people! Matt reveals his hair dye secrets, Cooper’s dropping names everywhere, and Jack brings back a cracking ...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Cameron Ciraldo's transformative coaching
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With a wrap on Round Two of the NRL Finals Matty and Cooper break down the standout performances, crucial moments and strategic plays from the round i...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - I graduated school when that mayonnaise expired
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt’s getting a little judgy, Trish loses her zen, Jack’s cleaning out the pantry, and who put the tampon on the Christmas tree? You can watch...
🏉 NRL Analysis - A look at Finals Week 1
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's finals week 1, Matty and Cooper go over the matches from the week and look ahead to Finals week 2. The Matty Johns Podcast is published twice ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Daryl Somers saw me nude
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The family give Frank some hot dating tips. Matt has discovered Tik Tok, as well as salsa dancing. And recipe of the week is back…well almost! You c...
🏉 NRL Analysis - The Road to Finals
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matty and Cooper discuss the Roosters following the injuries of Sammy Walker and Victor Radley and how it’s affected the team. The Bulldog...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Liam Gallagher asked me for a game of pool
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s back to their bubbly best. Oasis are back, and plans are being made. Matt’s counselling a Puerto Rican Princess, and how did Chief’s ...
🏉 NRL Analysis - The Cleary Factor: Impact on Penrith's Strategy
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Matty and Cooper dive deep into the Penrith Panthers’ performance discussing the impact of Nathan Cleary’s absence on their strate...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - We’re not having this conversation while I’m wearing a pink leotard
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Reg pays the family a visit this week. Who’s getting banned from the Logies? Who did Matt put to sleep during contract negotiations, and post-...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Penrith Without Cleary and Rising Bulldogs
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Coops discuss the potential impact of Nathan Cleary's absence on Penrith Panthers' finals campaign, and explore their ability to adapt witho...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - It was a shotgun wedding and I was the bullet
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is back from Paris and there’s some obvious tension in the household. Jim Jefferies tells the story about his mum and Matt’s dad, and the fa...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Matty is back from Paris
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty is back from Paris! Matty and Coop go over the highlights from previous weeks matches and discuss the unusual scorelines, the importance of pre-...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Never go to the bathroom mic’d up
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Producer Ben Hogarth gives the family some behind the scenes insights into the boys’ trip to Vegas. We learn about the MAGA clan and Hindy’s money...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Leave them wanting more
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Olympics aren’t quite over, but sadly the Matty + The Missile podcast series is! For their final episode, the boys take listeners all over Par...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: It’s a siblings thing
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty, the Missile and... Crash? The trio talk through their top five track and field moments of all time, 14-year-old Arisa Trew's incredible gold me...
🏉 NRL Analysis - When Flanno's Saints Go Marching In
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Belmore is rocking, Kogarah is set to explode and everything suddenly seems right in the rugby league world. Mobbsy, Fatima and Tyson look at the mas...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: This is Noémie’s moment
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another big day in Paris, and Matty and the Missile are talking about the IBA press conference that descended into total chaos, as well as the incredi...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Don’t doubt the king
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The swim meet at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has finally drawn to a close, with Australia pipped by the USA in the finally relay to top the medal tal...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Egg and spoon at the Olympics
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the penultimate night of the swimming program, and the Missile explains why this is the best swim team we've ever seen. With the help of some o...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Gold rush!
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While Day 7 had a slow start, the evening saw gold medals for Cam McEvoy and Kaylee McKeown after two historic swims, as well as Olympic gold for Saya...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Rain, hail or shine
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite torrential rain and an unexpected thunderstorm, Matty and the Missile are back at the swimming to take you through Day 6 in Paris. Beyond th...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - This is getting a little smutty...for my brand
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are the family missing Matt yet? It seems not because they've got Buzz Rothfield to take his place! Who’s who in the Johns genetic pool. Cooper can’...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: The Black Widow strikes again
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A disappointing night in the pool, with Australia missing out on three potential gold medals. The Missile explains where it all went wrong, as well as...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: To all the vegans out there…
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a storm rolls in across Paris, Matty and the Missile are back on their rooftop to talk about the incredible performance of the Aussies in the pool ...
🏉 NRL Analysis - The Dogs of Four!
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matty is off in Paris preparing for the Olympics. But in the meantime, check out this week’s episode of The Daily Telegraph NRL Podcast wi...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Just win, baby
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and the Missile are back to the pool today, and unpacking that incredible 200m freestyle race. Plus, the Missile reunites with some old colleagu...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: A village exodus and the Boxall effect
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and the Missile break down a very tight semi-final between Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O'Callaghan, with a bit of healthy debate on how Dean Boxal...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Witness the Titmus
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off the back of watching the swim of the century, Matty and the Missile are outside the newly built La Défense Arena for a chat about all the m...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Dawn Fraser, hired guns and the GOAT
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With just hours until the Opening Ceremony kicks off, Matty Johns and the Missile get behind the microphones in the center of Paris to give us the low...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "I was busy doing push-ups in front of a hyena"
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running with foxes, hunting with hounds. What are the chances of losing your wallet again? No Trish, a nymph is not an actual animal. Au revoir Matty....
🏉 NRL Analysis - Run Home: Who's in and who's out?
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matty is off in Paris preparing for the Olympics. But in the meantime, check out this week’s episode of The Daily Telegraph NRL Podcast wi...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "I wouldn’t wear that to a rock fight"
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Cooperville! Matt’s on the countdown to Paris, someone spiked Trish’s coffee, and there’s been an escalation in the school fee refund...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Who should be the next NRL Immortal?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week the boys discuss their top picks for who should receive Immortal status, they look ahead towards the final and who they think will win. They...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Get down on it
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Serial bedwetters, and High Roller etiquette. The family find new meaning to Elton Johns’ "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.” And Matt demands a refund f...
🏉 NRL Analysis - State of Origin Fever, who will win State of Origin?
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Round 3 of Sate of Origin looming ever closer Matty and Cooper give their final analysis and predictions for the game Friday. They also go over t...
🇫🇷 Matty & the Missile in Paris: Meet Maggie
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As waves break behind them on Bondi Beach, Matty Johns and former Australian Olympic swimmer James Magnussen get real about the trials and tribulation...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Who, who, Hooters
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cooper had some bad tequila! We reveal New South Wales’ secret to success and it takes a lot of work to make a dog’s breakfast. 📱RING THE HOTLI...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Michael Maguire breaks down the Blues in Origin 2
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matty is joined by Blues coach Michael Maguire, who breaks down Round 2 of State of Origin, how it compares to club matches and looking at h...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "I'm telling you now, I can move!"
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's a split in the house. Cooper tangles with a roo, Matt's having premonitions, as well as delusions, and is a 99.9% success rate good enough? 📱...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Will Billy Slater lead Queensland to victory?
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper discuss the upcoming State of Origin match and whether Billy Slater will lead the Maroons into victory in game 2, they also discuss t...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "I'm just disappointed"
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shoeys with the Mad Hueys, sledges from an iconic cricketer, the big machete question, and more bad jokes from Trish. 📱RING THE HOTLINE: Leave a ...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Queensland is going to win round 2
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper unpack the changes to the New South Wales side for round 2, Cooper tells us why he thinks Queensland will win the round and they disc...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - Meet the Cord Lord
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, The Cord Lord. Jack's throwing away his cooking utensils for a weather chart. Matt is breaking wind in strange places and we offer new dating...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Reese Walsh: the rising star
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The boys discuss discuss the latest matches, along with state of origins round 1. Catch the best clips from every episode on our Instagram and TikTo...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Tell 'em they're dreamin'"
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The family has been hit by scammers. Someone needs a little 'carbio'. Who's been traumatising small children? And, take a look at some of the footy ca...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Who will win Round 1 of State of Origin?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Matty Johns & Cooper Cronk discuss their thoughts on Round 1 of State of Origin - along with key match ups and the dynamics betwee...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Last domain of the arsehole barista"
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty shed a few tears on his descent, the boys had a night out at the Cooper Johns Cup, and what coaching does to the good guys. 📱RING THE HOTLI...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Preparing for State of Origin
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys are talking picks for origin, and their best and worst from the NRL over the weekend. Catch the best clips from every epis...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Welcome back to the grill team"
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wrap up from Magic Round, including all the intel from Brad and Gary's Reg Reagan party. Plus, what does your algorithm say about you, and a special l...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Magic Round Madness
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The boys unpack the matches during magic round, and their predictions for the future games Catch the best clips from every episode on our Instagra...
Live Episode - Feeling the Magic (Round) with Brisbane’s finest feat. Gorden Tallis and Billy Walters
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the fam on this special LIVE podcast recording, thanks to our mates at Ladbrokes, from the centre of the action at Lefty’s in Brisbane, smack b...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Take the tin foil hats off"
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who’s got their boots packed for Magic Round? Fafita theories are shared. The tin hats are on, and what does the word association test show about Ja...
🏉 NRL Analysis - New Favorites in Footy
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper discuss trends with football boots, how the recent matches went, and the new favorites in footy. Catch the best clips from every epis...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Don't Shoot The Wombat"
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt’s real-life Baby Reindeer story, roasting Leonardo DiCaprio’s exes, Cooper needs an anatomy lesson and who knew Jack was such a dictator? We ...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Contenders Or Pretenders
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper look at the big headlines coming out of Round 9 in the NRL. They also look at the contenders and pretenders half way through the NRL ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Put Me Out Of My Misery"
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cooper and Matty Johns up for adoption, affectionate, desexed, sleep inside and no trouble at all! But are they toilet trained? Who's shaving what bit...
🏉 NRL Analysis - Great Time To Be A Halfback
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matty and Cooper look at the big headlines coming out of Round 8 in the NRL. Catch the best clips from every episode on our Instagram and TikTok ...
👨👩👦👦 Family Episode - "Two Ears, One Mouth "
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Poor Matt! Weekend at Bernie's, salsa, corn chips and glitter mixed with his ashes. Jack crosses paths with Chris Lilley. Cooper's giveaway, where he ...