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Matty & Cronk

If you want informed and detailed NRL insights, this is the place for you to listen. Every week during the NRL season, we’ll publish an episode of Matty’s Fox Sports Australia show, ‘Matty & Cronk’. He, and fellow Fox Sports commentator, Cooper Cronk, analyse all things NRL, seeing things others don’t even know exist. Educate your football mind.

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Episodes

"Life is like a box of chocolates"

It's another episode of at home with the Johns Family. Matt, Trish, Jack and Cooper cover if you were a sporting team who would you be? There are more Uncle Joey stories, what strange things do you own? And was there another Cooper Johns pump up speech for The Storm? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 11, 202050 min

Pressure Piles on the Dragons & Broncos

Matty Johns is back on Fox Sports Australia. On this episode you'll hear Matty, Paul Kent and Steve Roach getting into the Dragons woes, Tallis Vs Lodge, superstitions and previewing round 5. To take out a subscription to Fox Sports Australia where you can watch Matty Johns and get all the latest Tennis, AFL, Rugby, Motorsport, Football and Golf search FOX SPORTS AUSTRALIA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 202058 min

"That Would Be A Shame"

The Johns family version of The Matty Johns Podcast returns. On this episode Matty, Trish, Jack and Cooper talk about if you could be a musical instrument, what would it be? There are some Uncle Joey stories in the mix, the best cities in the world, and their favourite grounds to play on See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 04, 202044 min

The Six Again Rule, is it the end for The Storm's reign and Round 4 preview

Matty Johns is back on Fox Sports Australia. On this episode you'll hear Matty, Paul Kent and Steve Roach talking through the Bronson Xerri drama, their views on the job Peter V'landys has done and the six again rule. To take out a subscription to Fox Sports Australia where you can watch Matty Johns and get all the latest Tennis, AFL, Rugby, Motorsport, Football and Golf search FOX SPORTS AUSTRALIA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 03, 202051 min

"A change is as good as a holiday"

The Johns family version of the podcast continues, today Matty, Trish, Jack and Cooper tick off footy being back, there's a big chat about family pets, should the Johns' open a family restaurant? what has pissed them off? what has made them smile? And as always the fam answer your questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 202054 min

Rugby League returns, the rule changes and Round 3 preview

Matty Johns is back on Fox Sports Australia. On this episode you'll hear Matty, Paul Kent and Steve Roach talking through the Bronson Xerri drama, their views on the job Peter V'landys has done and the six again rule. To take out a subscription to Fox Sports Australia where you can watch Matty Johns and get all the latest Tennis, AFL, Rugby, Motorsport, Football and Golf search FOX SPORTS AUSTRALIA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 27, 202051 min

"I Was Driving A Death Machine"

At home with the Johnses continues for a another week with everyone's favourite (his words) Cooper out training with the Storm it's Matty, Trish and Jack holding the fort. Plenty discussed including if you were a Wizard of Oz character, Joey's birthday, the best and worst of Cooper and the start of the NRL season! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 19, 202046 min

"It sent me just a little over the edge..."

Everyone's favourite Johns (his words) Cooper is back on the podcast from Albury where's training with the Storm, the family talk through their mother's day, what's the worst present you've received? legendary sports people and what's the music that pumps the boys up before a game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 202047 min

"Never had a 9 year old flip him the bird"

With Cooper back in the Storm ranks Matty, Trish and Jack talk about returning to NRL training, Singo stories, where they would go if they had a time machine, and there is a good yarn about good coffee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 05, 202047 min

"I found myself three feet away on my arse"

Matty and the rest of the Johns clan are still in iso, like the rest of us, and ground is covered yet again.....the guys talk through which biblical character you would be, what happened when Trish had Cooper and Jack, that Michael Jordan doco we're all watching and answer your questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 202054 min

"Fighting words from the beach sprint champion"

Episode 3 of the at home in iso edition of The Matty Johns Podcast, lots going on......... Matty, Trish, Jack and Cooper are talking about that May 28th date, who would you have in your iso house? tips of the week, Cooper's favourite LMFAO hits, favourite wrestlers and movie characters who remind you of NRL legends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 20201 hr 5 min

"So we're on the gang up on the icon podcast!?"

The second of the isolation series, a lot of ground is covered. Matty, Trish, Jack and Cooper discuss the life changing tips they've had, there are some classic Gaz Johns stories, best holidays, best concerts, when Matty and Trish met Liam Gallagher....and when Matty let himself down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 20201 hr 13 min

In isolation with the Johns family

Something a bit different while we're all in isolation......Matty, Trish, Jack and Cooper talk about family, how they're coping in isolation, what they're watching, who is the favourite son, who is the favourite parent, which NRL star does Cooper look up to as a father figure? and the guys finish on a big song See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 01, 202040 min

'Keep bulldozing' through coronavirus, Round 1 takeaways and David Fifita's rise

Matty Johns, Paul Kent and Steve 'Blocker' Roach juggle the impact coronavirus is having on the game with a full Round of 2020 footy now in the books. Kenty reckons we can plan and bulldoze through more rounds. Some clubs really impressed, like Penrith and the Knights, while some clubs remain left behind, like the Titans. And Matty has some advice for how David Fifita can continue rising, evolving and becoming a complete footballer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 18, 202054 min

Teams and coaches under pressure, maturing halves and Cronulla's concerns

Paul Kent and Steve 'Blocker' Roach join Matty to preview the opening NRL round. They cover 'maturing' halves like Nathan Cleary and Brodie Croft, plus look at the problems at Cronulla and where else the blowtorch already is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 202055 min

John Singleton has stories. Lots of stories. 'Singo' reminisces with Matty

Australian entrepreneur John Singleton sits down with Matty Johns, having earlier this year sold his giant stake in Macquarie Media.'Singo' has long been involved in Rugby League, of course, as Official Patron of the Newtown Jets, and he might not be done just yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 201954 min

Pokies blow up, fireworks and what the good teams' coaches are doing right

Matty, Finchy and Kenty have a lot on their plate, after 'Pokies Gate' and the Broncos seemingly self-combusting.There's nothing the Raiders could've done to prevent Joey Leilua's fireworks mishap, but as you'll find out, coaches like Wayne Bennett and Des Hasler know exactly how to get the best out of their individuals.And... the Roosters had a sleepover at the SCG?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 201956 min

The 'final' at Leichhardt, Manly's best ever hit men & when MG jammed Kenty

Matty Johns and Paul Kent are this week joined by Balmain champion Steve 'Blocker' Roach, talking up the big eighth place battle at Leichhardt Oval Sunday, whether or not Robbie Farah should play, plus look at some of Manly's best ever hit men and the time Kenty got completely jammed by Mark Geyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 04, 201955 min

"Absolute f***ing mess" in Newcastle, best sports rivalries and partying in Townsville

Matty, Finchy and Kenty cover the amazing Ashes, the 'absolute f***ing mess' in Newcastle and pay tribute to the great Trevor Gillmeister, who's currently battling prostate cancer.The guys also look at some of the great sporting rivalries and reflect on some of their most memorable interviews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 201955 min

Coaching searches, coaching stoushes and team of the decade

Matty Johns, Paul Kent and Brett Finch dig into what Newcastle needs to do replacing Nathan Brown, they look into some of the past, present and also hypothetical coaching duels, plus all name their teams of the decade and tell some stories around the new Hall of Fame inductees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 21, 201953 min

The Titans need that Might and Power mentality, the Broncos need a BK

Brett Finch and Paul Kent are back in the studio with Matty Johns to dig out some fun memories for 70's Retro Round, offer suggestions to help the southern Queensland teams get back on track, analyse Kalyn Ponga's mega-deal and Kenty details his Tuesday feud with Ivan Cleary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 07, 201957 min

Raiders are up, Sharks are down and what happens if we flip the '89 GF on its head?

Matty Johns is again joined by Paul Kent and Brett Finch to look at the good and bad teams in the NRL right now, just how high Matty rates Josh Hodgson, the ago old issue of resting players and digging into the inches that came between a reversed result in the infamous '89 Grand Final classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 201959 min

Highs of Finchy's career and the 'rock bottom' that followed: 1-on-1 with an incredibly open Brett Finch

With no Paul Kent this week, Matty Johns goes 1-on-1 with long-time pal Brett Finch - their days dating back to the Finchy's childhood, as a Maitland kid.Finchy speaks incredibly open about his career, his greatest influences and the tough battle he went through post-footy, before re-discovering his purpose.It's an emotional chat at times, but entertaining, and, of course, filled with funny stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 17, 20191 hr

Greatest all-time Origin 17s, Kenty's Kangaroos & best RL gee ups

Matty Johns, Brett Finch and Paul Kent are back on the eve of the Origin decider to unveil the NSW and Queensland all-time Origin 17s, before Kenty picks an Origin era Kangaroos best team. Kenty also reveals some of the great Rugby League gee ups and the guys then turn their attention to a couple of struggling Sharks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 201955 min
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