Billy Corgan Celebrates One-Year Podcast Anniversary

The Smashing Pumpkins frontman reflects on the success of his 'The Magnificent Others' show.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Billy Corgan, the lead singer of the Smashing Pumpkins, is marking the one-year anniversary of his podcast 'The Magnificent Others.' Since its launch in February 2025, Corgan has interviewed a diverse range of guests, including musicians like Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, and Yungblud, as well as media personality Sharon Osbourne. Corgan hopes to continue expanding the reach and scope of the podcast, exploring topics beyond just music and the arts.

Why it matters

Corgan's podcast has resonated with listeners, showcasing his ability to have in-depth conversations that go beyond the typical musician interview. As the Smashing Pumpkins frontman continues to evolve creatively, the podcast provides a platform for him to connect with a wider audience and share his unique perspective on a variety of subjects.

The details

The Magnificent Others podcast premiered in February 2025, and in its first year, Corgan has interviewed a wide range of guests, including rock legends like Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, as well as Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, up-and-coming artist Yungblud, and media personality Sharon Osbourne. Corgan hopes to continue expanding the scope of the podcast, exploring topics beyond just music and the arts.

  • The Magnificent Others podcast premiered in February 2025.
  • Corgan performed at Madame ZuZu's in Chicago on August 31, 2025.

The players

Billy Corgan

The lead singer of the Smashing Pumpkins, who launched the 'The Magnificent Others' podcast in 2025.

Gene Simmons

Co-founder and bassist of the rock band KISS, who was interviewed by Corgan on his podcast.

Paul Stanley

Co-founder and rhythm guitarist of the rock band KISS, who was interviewed by Corgan on his podcast.

Tom Morello

Guitarist for the rock band Rage Against the Machine, who was interviewed by Corgan on his podcast.

Yungblud

British singer-songwriter, who was interviewed by Corgan on his podcast.

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What they’re saying

“Given the tremendous support for my show's first season, the goal now is to expand the reach and scope of our guests to something far more universal and dare I say, spiritual.”

— Billy Corgan (wirx.com)

“Obviously music and the arts is the easiest lane for me to jump into, but I would love to get to the point where I'm talking to authors, and historians and scientists.”

— Billy Corgan (ABC Audio)

What’s next

Corgan plans to continue expanding the scope of 'The Magnificent Others' podcast, exploring a wider range of guests and topics beyond just music and the arts.

The takeaway

Billy Corgan's 'The Magnificent Others' podcast has resonated with listeners in its first year, showcasing the Smashing Pumpkins frontman's ability to have in-depth conversations that go beyond the typical musician interview. As Corgan looks to the future, the podcast provides a platform for him to connect with a wider audience and share his unique perspective on a variety of subjects.