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Glass Houses - A Billy Joel Podcast

Michael Grosvenor & Jack Firneno
Billy Joel
River Of Dreams
The Entertainer
Vinyl Records
The Hassles
HBO Concert
2024 Final Show
Stevie Nicks
1993
Turn the Lights Back On
Nylon Curtain
Innocent Man
My Lives
Madison Square Garden
Storm Front
Scorpion Tea
Elvis Presley Boulevard
The Times They Are a-Changin'
Streetlife Serenade
Metallica

Join lifelong Billy Joel fans, Michael and Jack, as they take deep dives in to Billy’s history, songs, albums, tours, band members, and more. Part of Pantheon Podcasts,

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This week, we sit down with John Jackson, Director of the Billy Joel Archive as we talk through his work and look ahead to what they're working on for 2026.

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2025 was quite the busy year for us.. From all of our work and adventures around the new Billy Joel documentary to our travel adventures around that, our Metallica concert adventure and an amazing experience emceeing an event for a wonderful musicia... more

This episode, we are joined by our friends and fellow collectors and archivists Jeff Fisher & Jenni Nordaby. We discuss our methods and process over time as well as what got us into collecting as well as revisiting a little about our work together o... more

This week, we journey back to December 14, 1982 as we dip into an audience recording from The Nylon Curtain Tour at The Forum in Inglewood, California, just outside of Los Angeles.

Listen to the concert here courtesy of Activer Music.

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Recent Guests

Mike DelJudas
Musician with a history of performing Billy Joel's music
Episode: EP 154 - 2025 Odds & Ends + Year In Review
Richie Kanata
Musician and member of Billy Joel's band
Episode: EP 154 - 2025 Odds & Ends + Year In Review
Frank Gawna
Guitarist, bass player, singer, songwriter, and guest contributor
Michael Goldman band
Episode: EP 154 - 2025 Odds & Ends + Year In Review
Colin Taber
Guitarist and videographer, involved in music production
Episode: EP 154 - 2025 Odds & Ends + Year In Review
Jeff Fisher
Intrepid collector of Billy Joel memorabilia and archivist
Episode: EP 153 - Collecting and Archiving Billy with Jeff Fisher & Jenni Nordaby
Jenni Nordaby
Intrepid collector of Billy Joel memorabilia and archivist
Episode: EP 153 - Collecting and Archiving Billy with Jeff Fisher & Jenni Nordaby
Ashton Allen
Singer-songwriter and friend of Michael
Episode: EP 150 - Side Quests #2 - Michael chats with singer/songwriter Ashton Allen
Brad Leigh
Music mixer and associate engineer on many Billy Joel records
Episode: EP 146 - Behind Billy Joel: And So It Goes - Part 4 (with Music Mixer Brad Leigh)
Susan Lacy
Director and producer known for her work on documentary films, including American Masters.
HBO
Episode: EP 143 - Behind Billy Joel: And So It Goes - Part 1 (with directors Susan Lacy & Jessica Levin)

Hosts

Michael Grosvenor
Co-host of the podcast, showcasing extensive knowledge of Billy Joel's music and history, often providing thoughtful insights into episodes.
Jack Firneno
Co-host of the podcast, known for his engaging discussions and a deep appreciation for Billy Joel's music and legacy, inviting varied perspectives into the conversation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • I love Billy Joel

    I love the podcast / your voice is so relaxing to listen to and I love the conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Billy Joel 123
    United States19 days ago
  • A must for Billy fans

    Wow. Their knowledge, their research, their proximity to all things Billy and their ability to interview nearly everyone in the Billyverse is amazing and enlightening. They have so much information I cannot listen to more than Episode at a time, and sometimes I have to break them up into micro listening sessions. SO MUCH VALUABLE INFORMATION!!! This pod is not for the casual fan, this pod is for the Super Fan. ENJOY!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marcie Centers
    United States4 months ago
  • Great for new and knowledgeable fans!!

    Such a great range of topics, fun “themed” episodes, and very well put together. It’s been great listening to this podcast evolve throughout the 5 or so years I’ve been listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshiegamer
    United Statesa year ago
  • An always interesting and informative conversation between huge Billy Joel fans who know their stuff. Love it!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jon Matthews
    2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Such a fun podcast for Billy Joel fans, especially for those who grew up with him and can really appreciate the nostalgia. And it’s so enjoyable learning new things, and hearing new (old) audio of concerts, awards shows, sound checks and interviews. It’s like going in a time machine. Such wonderful escapism from our troubled times. Thank you both so much for putting this together. I know it’s a ton of work, but it is deeply appreciated and enjoyed by many! I look forward to it every other week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. Linker
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast provides an immense depth of knowledge about Billy Joel, drawing listeners in with rich narratives.
Listeners feel a strong connection to the podcast, often stating it has heightened their appreciation for Billy Joel's work.
The discussions are noted for their thoughtfulness and intelligence, often analyzing songs and albums in detail.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' research and familiarity, deeming it informative and engaging, especially for dedicated fans.
Many reviews highlight the nostalgia factor, making it enjoyable for those reminiscing about past concert experiences and music memories.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 146 - Behind Billy Joel: And So It Goes - Part 4 (with Music Mixer Brad Leigh)
Q: Thank you for joining us once again. When were you first approached about the documentary?
I was approached about it very early on, I think it was about three years ago.
EP 142 - In Conversation with Jon Small (Longtime Billy Joel collaborator)
Q: How has filming changed with the different medium choices between film, video, and digital?
Film was always the better way to do it, only because it looks better. I never really shot video, I only shot one, actually my first three were in video.
EP 142 - In Conversation with Jon Small (Longtime Billy Joel collaborator)
Q: Was it like a head session where they were putting it together on the fly?
Billy wrote most of the song, but they put their names first. Billy wasn't really happy about it.
EP 142 - In Conversation with Jon Small (Longtime Billy Joel collaborator)
Q: Did you all just feel you were ready and you had the material ready?
We were just really green, we met the producers one day. We knew nothing about them. We really didn't have any singles.
EP 130 - Billy Joel Desert Island Tracks Vol. 2 (1980-1993)
Q: What are your Desert Island picks from Glass Houses on?
Michael and Jack discuss their top song picks and reflect on their personal connections to those selections.

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Focusing extensively on the life and works of Billy Joel, this podcast offers listeners in-depth discussions on his history, significant albums, tours, and band members. The co-hosts, both passionate fans, examine various themes ranging from music's emotional impact to the personal anecdotes of those involved in Joel's diverse career. Each episode is characterized by a blend of nostalgia and keen insights into Joel's artistic evolution, making it an engaging listen for both die-hard fans and newcomers alike. Notably, the podcast features exclusive interviews with former band members, music historians, and other notable figures connected to Joel, providing unique perspectives and stories that enrich the overall narrative of his music.

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2. Richie Kanata
3. Frank Gawna
4. Colin Taber
5. Jeff Fisher
6. Jenni Nordaby
7. Ashton Allen
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