Joe Rogan Experience #2283 - Billy Corgan

Billy Corgan is the lead singer of The Smashing Pumpkins and host of "The Magnificent Others" podcast. The Smashing Pumpkins' latest album, "Aghori Mhori Me," is available now. http://www.smashingpumpkins.com This video is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit http://BetterHelp.com/JRE Don’t miss out on all the action - Download the DraftKings app today! Sign-up using http://dkng.co/rogan or with my promo code ROGAN. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), or visit http://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $150 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 3/16/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

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Mar 4, 20252h 47mWatch on YouTube ↗

EPISODE INFO

Released: March 4, 2025
Duration: 2h 47m
Channel: The Joe Rogan Experience
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Billy Corgan is the lead singer of The Smashing Pumpkins and host of "The Magnificent Others" podcast. The Smashing Pumpkins' latest album, "Aghori Mhori Me," is available now. http://www.smashingpumpkins.com This video is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit http://BetterHelp.com/JRE Don’t miss out on all the action - Download the DraftKings app today! Sign-up using http://dkng.co/rogan or with my promo code ROGAN. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), or visit http://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $150 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 3/16/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

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Billy Corgan
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Joe Rogan
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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, featuring Narrator and Billy Corgan, Joe Rogan Experience #2283 - Billy Corgan explores billy Corgan on Bill Burr rumors, fame’s cost, and artistic integrity Billy Corgan joins Joe Rogan to unpack the viral rumor that Bill Burr might be his half-brother, tracing it back to his chaotic, mob-adjacent upbringing and his father’s many secrets. They move into a wide-ranging discussion on stand-up comedy, authenticity in art, and how corporate systems often clash with truly original performers. Corgan reflects on the rise, fall, and persistence of Smashing Pumpkins, explaining why he refused to become a nostalgia act or bow to industry pressure despite criticism and changing generations. Throughout, they touch on CTE, addiction, plastic surgery culture, billionaires, and the podcasting boom as they contrast manufactured celebrity with hard-won creative longevity.

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