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The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan

Billy Corgan
Music Industry
Billy Corgan
Rock Music
Music
Songwriting
Comedy
Ozzy Osbourne
Patrik Mata
KISS
Los Angeles
Hollywood
The Brady Bunch
David Bowie
A Clockwork Orange
Goth Music Scene
Mental Health
Chicago
Diane Warren
Creativity
Death Rock

Welcome to The Magnificent Others, the podcast where host Billy Corgan engages in profound conversations with extraordinary individuals who have reached the pinnacle of success in their respective fields. In each episode, Billy delves into the stories and insights of high achievers, exploring the multifaceted journey that leads to greatness.

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Latest Episodes

"He didn’t fire us. He freed us.”

Billy Corgan welcomes legendary songwriter and producer Jimmy Jam to The Magnificent Others. Jimmy explains how he and Terry Lewis broke Prince’s rule against producing artists outside The Time and how getting fire... more

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What happens when a rock legend stops being just “the drummer from The Police” and spends decades chasing every other creative obsession?

Stewart Copeland and Billy Corgan skip the greatest hits and tumble down the Rumble Fish rabbit hole with Franc... more

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Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker joins Billy for a conversation that swings from skate culture to the lasting effects of surviving a plane crash. Barker talks about how growing up listening to everything from Dr. Dre to Metallica shaped his anything-g... more

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Chelsea Wolfe joins Billy Corgan for a revealing conversation about witchcraft, Gnosticism, and why she was once “susceptible to cults.”

She traces the roots of her unmistakable sound—from childhood night terrors and shadow figures during sleep para... more

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Stewart Copeland
Drummer for The Police, film composer, and opera composer
The Police
Episode: Stewart Copeland | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Travis Barker
Drummer and musician, interviewee
Musician
Episode: Travis Barker | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Chelsea Wolfe
Musician and singer-songwriter known for blending folk, metal, and alternative rock influences
Independent musician / performer
Episode: Chelsea Wolfe | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Scott Ian
Guitarist and founding member of Anthrax
Anthrax
Episode: Scott Ian | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Michael Sweet
Lead singer of Stryper
Stryper
Episode: Michael Sweet (Stryper) | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Vicki Lawrence
Actor, singer, and performer known for The Carol Burnett Show and Mama's Family
Episode: Vicki Lawrence | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Brian Kehew
Beatles archivist, co-author of Recording the Beatles
Author/Archivist
Episode: Brian Kehew: The Beatles Archivist Preserving Rock’s Lost Recordings | The Magnificent Others
Gunnar Nelson
Member of Nelson duo with Matthew Nelson
Nelson
Episode: Billy Corgan and the Nelson Brothers: A Conversation on Music and Life |The Magnificent Others
Matthew Nelson
Member of Nelson duo with Gunnar Nelson
Nelson
Episode: Billy Corgan and the Nelson Brothers: A Conversation on Music and Life |The Magnificent Others

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Billy Corgan
Musician and songwriter known for his work with the Smashing Pumpkins

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Should be called “Magnificent and the Others”

    I loved Gish. Saw “his band” about ten times in the 90s. I’ve listened to nearly every episode and got to say he has some bizarre guests. Every single interview he makes it about himself and his own stories. I’ve heard him say “I already know the answer but I’m going to ask this anyway … what I’m trying to get at is … does that make sense?” in like five different interviews. His questions are awful and guests get really confused.

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    2
    boomisbiptatus
    United States18 days ago
  • I love this podcast

    BUT for some reason the explicit language is filtered out and I don’t get it as this is a channel for grown-ups. The gaps just sound very irritating, like connection issues. Please don’t do that! Most people can handle the f-words.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matiasmoulin
    Switzerland20 days ago
  • Let them speak!

    Oh my god, I am trying to get through this Chelsea Wolfe interview but am screaming at my phone in frustration - Let her speak, Billy! The number of times he cuts her off mid-answer to give his version of things, then explains how he thinks she is/thinks/should be instead of letting her explain for herself is maddening!!! There’s still interesting moments but my god this reminds me of why I avoid hanging out with my Dad. Haha

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    London hobo
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Stay on topic

    Interesting when discussing the music or show biz industries but goes off topic too often to discuss odd beliefs such as the Shooter Jennings episode where shooter stated he doesn’t believe dinosaurs existed. Believes in aliens etc.

    There are paranormal podcasts out there if you are so inclined. Please stick to music!

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    3
    Signgod
    Canadaa month ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    I just discovered this podcast, particularly the interview with Michael sweet and I’m now a huge fan. I was never a big smashing pumpkin fan, but I so respect the way that Billy interviews these guests with such incredible humility and curiosity. He asks great questions and peppers in his own experiences at just the right times to keep the conversation flowing. Now I feel like I need to go back and give the Smashing Pumpkins Another shot. Thank you for this podcast, Billy!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Pete Deeble
    United Statesa month ago

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Some listeners feel Corgan interrupts guests or steers conversations toward his own stories and interpretations.
A few reviews criticize research mistakes, tangents, and audio gaps caused by filtered language.
Many enjoy Corgan's curiosity, personal perspective, and candid conversations across genres and generations.
Listeners praise the range of guests and the behind-the-scenes stories about music, production, and entertainment history.
Listeners value the interviews' informal tone, though opinions differ on how well the conversations stay focused.

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Stewart Copeland | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Q: Why did you get thrown in jail?
Copeland says he was jailed in Zaire because of a visa infraction, not for a more sensational offense.
Stewart Copeland | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Q: So what was it about the musical context that brought out the sparks and the worst of your personalities?
Copeland says they were pursuing different musical missions: he valued the physical experience of playing, while the songwriter prioritized the song. The conflict came from those contrasting priorities rather than simply from ego.
Travis Barker | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Q: When did you first realize you could survive as a professional musician beyond just wanting to play drums?
It wasn't a single moment, but the realization grew as I saw that Plan A could work through relentless effort, family support, and staying focused on my craft even when the path looked impossible.
How Ron Dante Became the Voice of a Generation | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Q: What was it like fronting a cartoon band with the Archies and facing industry skepticism?
There was debate about authenticity, but the excitement of fame and the chance to reach a massive audience on TV and radio outweighed the concerns; I saw it as a big opportunity to ride the wave and keep growing.
How Ron Dante Became the Voice of a Generation | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Q: Did you want to be a solo artist or have a band during those early days?
I was focused on opportunities rather than a single path, hoping some would become great opportunities for me as a solo artist, but I wasn't in a hurry and was happy to take what came.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Magnificent Others

What is The Magnificent Others about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form, candid conversations about music, performance, and the lives behind creative careers. Billy Corgan draws on his own experience in rock to speak with musicians, producers, performers, and music-industry figures, often tracing their paths from early influences and breakthrough moments through changing tastes, business pressures, reinvention, and legacy. The discussions range across rock, metal, pop, country, television, recording history, and the craft of making and sustaining a career.

A distinctive feature is the mix of personal storytelling and detailed industry history: guests share accounts of landmark bands, studios, records, and cultural shifts alongside reflections on family, faith, fame, and artistic independence. Corgan ... more

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Recent guests on The Magnificent Others include:

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2. Travis Barker
3. Chelsea Wolfe
4. Scott Ian
5. Michael Sweet
6. Vicki Lawrence
7. Brian Kehew
8. Gunnar Nelson

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