PodcastOne Expands Premium Portfolio with Billy Corgar’s The Magnificent Others
PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC) has announced the acquisition of exclusive sales and distribution rights to The Magnificent Others, the acclaimed interview podcast series hosted by GRAMMY® Award-winning Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan. The deal marks a significant addition to PodcastOne’s premium podcast portfolio and underscores the network’s growing strength in creator-led content.
Since its debut in 2025, The Magnificent Others has become a standout in the interview space, accumulating over 2 million downloads across 76 episodes. The podcast features in-depth conversations between Corgan and some of the most influential voices in music, entertainment, business, and culture—including Courtney Love, Gene Simmons, Billy Idol, Tom Morello, Pat Benatar, Sharon Osbourne, and Barry Williams, among many others.
Strengthening Creator-Led Podcast Strategy
“We are thrilled to welcome Billy Corgan and The Magnificent Others to PodcastOne,” said Kit Gray, President and Co-Founder of PodcastOne. “Billy brings a unique perspective as one of the most influential music artists of his generation, and his ability to connect with guests on a deeper level has made this podcast a standout in the interview space.”
Through this partnership, PodcastOne will provide exclusive sales, marketing, and distribution services, helping to grow the podcast’s audience across audio and video platforms while creating new advertising, sponsorship, and brand partnership opportunities. The acquisition expands PodcastOne’s already robust roster of top-ranked shows spanning news, comedy, true crime, sports, and culture.
A Multifaceted Creative Vision
Corgan’s involvement in The Magnificent Others reflects his multifaceted career beyond music. Beyond founding and fronting The Smashing Pumpkins, Corgan has established himself as a solo artist, producer, songwriter, poet, wrestling promoter, podcast host, and café owner. His recent solo albums include Cotillions (2019), and he has collaborated with everyone from Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath to contemporary artists like Code Orange and Phantogram.
Off the microphone, Corgar owns and serves as president of The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) and operates Madame ZuZu’s Tea House in Chicago’s Highland Park, where he occasionally performs intimate surprise sets. He’s also a dedicated animal advocate supporting no-kill shelters such as PAWS Chicago.
Expanding PodcastOne’s Reach
PodcastOne’s current portfolio includes programming from prominent creators such as Adam Carolla, Jordan Harbinger, Kaitlyn Bristowe, and the true crime series Cold Case Files from A&E. The network has achieved 3.9 billion total downloads with a community of 200 top podcasters and maintains a distribution network reaching over 1 billion monthly impressions across platforms including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.
The Magnificent Others will be available across all major podcast platforms, including PodcastOne, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Amazon, and other podcast distribution channels.
A Platform for Industry Professionals
For podcast producers, editors, and audio engineers looking to work with high-profile creators and established networks, this acquisition represents the kind of premium content opportunities available within the industry. If you’re seeking to expand your client roster or collaborate on creator-driven projects, Podwires connects talented professionals with podcasters and networks like PodcastOne who are actively building and expanding their production capabilities.
The podcast industry continues to attract major investment and creator partnerships. Deals like this underscore the growing commercial viability of interview-format shows anchored by recognizable personalities with devoted audiences.
Source: Podwires Newsletter
