# #80 | Matthew Gidley | McDonald’s Owner, Newcastle Knights Legend & Vegas

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Podcast: [Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns](https://stenobird.com/podcast/backstage-with-cooper-matty-johns-6788829)
Published: 2026-03-01T17:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

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. Subscribe, Watch, and Follow Catch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media: Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact Us For any enquiries, email us at: contact@johnsmedia.com.au 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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