Billy Corgan Knows You Think He's a 'Contrarian.' How His New Podcast Shows a Different Side (Exclusive)

Billy Corgan.Photo:Jason Renaud Jason Renaud Billy Corganhad toyed with the idea of a podcast for quite some time. TheSmashing Pumpkins frontman’s innate curiosity and charisma seemed a natural fit for the format, and his status as a Grammy-winning, alt-rock legend certainly gave him an in when it came to intriguing guests. But, he tells PEOPLE, “there was really almost zero interest. My phone didn’t ring.” EnterBill Maher. After appearing on the comedian’sClub Randompodcast nearly two years ago, opportunity came knocking, and before long, Corgan, 57, was part of the company’s podcasting family.

Billy Corgan Says He'd 'Pretty Much Given Up' on Having a Family Before He Met Wife Chloe: 'One in a Gazillion' (Exclusive)

Chloe Mendel Corgan and Billy Corgan attend the New York City Ballet 2024 Fall Fashion Gala at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on October 09, 2024 in New York City.Photo:Jared Siskin/Patrick McMullan via Getty Jared Siskin/Patrick McMullan via Getty Billy Corganalways knew he wanted a family — but he had to find wifeChloe Mendel Corganfirst.The Smashing Pumpkins frontman, 57, tells PEOPLE that while he’d always loved the idea of being a family man, the idea seemed out of reach until Chloe, 32, came along.

Billy Crystal Drops IconicWhen Harry Met SallyQuote While Announcing Best Picture with Meg Ryan at Oscars 2025

Billy CrystalandMeg Ryanreunited to present the biggest prize of the night at the 2025Academy Awards! The pair walked out on the stage to the popular song “It Had to Be You” — which was featured in the hit 1989 film — before launching in a comedic exchange teasing Crystal’s numerous Oscar hosting gigs. (The actor notably hosted the Academy Awards in 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2004 and 2012.

Billy Flynn Opens Up About 'Bittersweet' Exit fromDays of Our LivesAfter 10 Years: 'Don't Know What Else to Do'

Billy Flynn on Days of Our Lives.Photo:NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty It’s the end of an era for Billy Flynn. “We do the best work we can despite the obstacles that we’ve faced as a show,” he shared.“Part of that move [toY&R] I’m excited about is they move slower, and there’s more time to do stuff.” “But I was trained like a warrior here!” he continued, referring toDaysfilming its episodes more than nine months ahead of the air date.

Billy Joel Postpones Tour Four Months to Undergo Surgery, Physical Therapy for ‘Medical Condition’

Billy Joel in November 2024.Photo:Ethan Miller/Getty Ethan Miller/Getty Fans will have to wait a little longer to seeBilly Joelperform live. The “Uptown Girl” icon, 75,posted to Instagramon Tuesday, March 11 and informed fans he’s postponing his upcoming tour for four months due to a “medical condition,” as he must “undergo physical therapy under the supervision of his doctors” to recover following a recent surgery. “Joel is expected to make a full recovery,” continued his team’s statement.