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A Smashing Pumpkins podcast hosted by Frank Garcia-Hejl and Patrick O'Brien. Wanna go for a ride?
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The Smashing PumpkastJul 27, 2022

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Mar 15, 202401:56:26
Patreon Announcement and Overdue Shout Outs
Mar 08, 202402:06
BONUS EPISODE: COMEDIAN ADAM NEWMAN
Feb 28, 202442:50
PATREON MEMBER PICK: Siamese Dream Band w/ Josh Hendricks & Amy and Steve of Siamese Dream

PATREON MEMBER PICK: Siamese Dream Band w/ Josh Hendricks & Amy and Steve of Siamese Dream

Pumpkast Patreon member Josh Hendricks (aka liquidsun) cashes in his Patreon pick by talking about (and to) Atlanta based Smashing Pumpkins cover band, Siamese Dream

Josh talks about his history with the Pumpkins and then we chat with Steve and Amy of Siamese Dream to discuss what inspired them to start a Pumpkins cover band, their history with their fandom, setlist choices, some super nerdy tech talk for you gear freaks and ghouls and so much more!


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Feb 19, 202401:20:05
CYR w/ JUSTIN from THE DEEP DIVE

CYR w/ JUSTIN from THE DEEP DIVE

Happy New CYR, Pumpkinheads! Today on the Pumpkast, Frank is joined by guest co-host Justin of The Deep Dive Channel to discuss the pandemic Pumpkin darling "CYR" (aka Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol.2). A love letter to Corgan’s new wave, goth and industrial record collection and once again, another Pumpkins album that grows better with time.

Frank and Justin discuss sputter drums & goth synth pads, Starrcraft's Rocket and ATUM connection, The Cure (of course), Billy's version of “Lose Yourself”, Birch Grove devastating our Dad hearts, Aesop’s fable of damned if you do damned if you don’t, The "Empire Strikes Back" track and...songs for cats?! And SO much more.

It'll rock your mind and make you "swooooon", dauphins!


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Jan 02, 202403:46:30
The Smashing Pumpkast 2023 End of Year Roundtable with Asherella & Dean
Jan 01, 202401:33:36
BONUS EPISODE: Blackdot x John Craig (MCIS) collaboration w/ Joel Pennington

BONUS EPISODE: Blackdot x John Craig (MCIS) collaboration w/ Joel Pennington

In this special Bonus episode, we talk to Joel Pennington, Founder and CEO of Blackdot (an innovative company out of Austin, TX) about their special collaboration with collage artist John Craig to make his iconic artwork from Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness available as officially licensed tattoos.


We discuss Joel's history with the Pumpkins (31 shows across 3 continents over the past 31 years), his company Blackdot and the importance of supporting artists and their work.


[DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a paid advertisement and is NOT an official collaboration with The Smashing Pumpkins - but IS a collaboration with John Craig]


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Dec 20, 202343:20
HOWARD WILLING

HOWARD WILLING

It's finally here - Frank's interview with Pumpkins producer, engineer and mixer Howard Willing!

Frank and Howard discuss his beginnings in the music business, how he got involved with working with the Pumpkins, what it’s like working with WPC and the band, what makes a good producer, mixer and engineer and SO much more.

And yes, of course, we talk a little bit about the elusive Machna Box Set.

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Nov 24, 202302:15:44
THE WORLD IS A VAMPIRE TOUR RECAP and LISTENER STORIES
Oct 29, 202301:21:16
BONUS EPISODE: MADAME ZUZU'S SIAMESE DREAM 30TH ANNIVERSARY ACOUSTIC SHOW

BONUS EPISODE: MADAME ZUZU'S SIAMESE DREAM 30TH ANNIVERSARY ACOUSTIC SHOW

In this Bonus episode, Frank recounts his very quick trip from Los Angeles to Chicago to catch the special Siamese Dream 30th Anniversary Acoustic show at Madame ZuZu's. This intimate acoustic set recreated the band's Tower Records in-store appearance at midnight, on July 27, 1993, for the release of Siamese Dream (plus some extra goodies). Over that special weekend, Madame ZuZu's transformed into a Tower Records throwback with tons of Siamese Dream and Tower Records-themed merch. It was a whirlwind experience that Frank will never forget.

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Oct 13, 202336:46
PATREON UNLOCKED: VIEUPHORIA COMMENTRARY TRACK

PATREON UNLOCKED: VIEUPHORIA COMMENTRARY TRACK

While you wait for new episodes of the Pumpkast, we decided to unlock one of our Patreon goodies. In celebration of the 29th anniversary of Vieuphoria, we have decided to release the audio from our Vieuphoria commentary. If you want to watch the video with our commentary (all in one), you can do so on our Patreon. Otherwise, fire up your old VHS or DVD copy (or rip), and follow along with us. Thanks for all your support and your patience!

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Oct 05, 202301:54:45
JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX - HONOR EP

JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX - HONOR EP

Today on the Pumpkast, Frank and Pat discuss the 2020 EP, "Honor", from the Jimmy Chamberlin Complex! Look, you already know 90% of this episode will be us just praising Chamberlin.

We discuss Jimmy's version of "the talk", why the EP is a perfect length and how this EP stands up there with JCC/Chamberlin's best solo work thanks to a powerfully eclectic and talented crew (including long-time collaborator and musical savant Billy Mohler).

Also, we put it out into the Universe and keep our fingers crossed for Jimmy to pay a visit to the Pumpkast before the year is done. May the Pumpkin Gods smile upon us!


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Sep 08, 202348:49
WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - COTILLIONS w/ PAM FISHER

WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - COTILLIONS w/ PAM FISHER

In 2019, Billy Corgan released his 3rd solo album (2nd under the name William Patrick Corgan), "Cotillions". A double-album written in 2017 during Thirty Days – a month-long journey Corgan took across America. For this album, Frank needed a special guest who has a particular affinity for the album and all things Pumpkins and WPC. Enter the Pumpkin Queen herself, Pam Fisher! Frank and Pam dub this album "Cosmic Country" and navigate the starry country backroads that inspired this special album.

They discuss "complexity couched in simplicity", WPC's family history connection to E.T. and Gremlins, identity & history (and where the two meet), "Big G", pitching a kid's book to WPC based on "Neptulius" and romanticization vs the dark truth of American history and distilling how you feel about the two.

We also show some love for the wonderful Katie Cole, the diverse embarrassment of riches in the Corgan/SP catalog and even a bit of Duran Duran.

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Aug 09, 202303:27:12
30 Years of Siamese Dream w/ Jacob Givens
Jul 27, 202335:33
BONUS: SP ADMIN CORRINE LUXON Q& A
Jun 30, 202347:50
ADORE 25TH ANNIVERSARY w/ CORRINE LUXON
Jun 22, 202301:30:45
SHINY AND OH SO BRIGHT - VOL. 1 / LP: NO PAST. NO FUTURE. NO SUN. w/ Evangelina Sanchez

SHINY AND OH SO BRIGHT - VOL. 1 / LP: NO PAST. NO FUTURE. NO SUN. w/ Evangelina Sanchez

In 2018, it was announced that James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin would rejoin The Smashing Pumpkins. A tour and new music (produced by Rick Rubin), were announced to celebrate the reunion. Those Rick Rubin sessions were originally conceived as 2 EPs, but over time it became an album (or not according to Billy?). The result was Shiny and Oh So Bright - Vol. 1 / LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun. Joining Frank to discuss SAOSBV1LPNPNFNS is fellow Pumpkinhead Evangelina Sanchez


Evangelina and Frank discuss the feeling of being all "alone - together" as Pumpkins fans, how Shiny fits into the ATUM storyline, being a creative trying to rise above your mammoth past, a wishlist of Shiny songs to hear live, modern production pros and cons and Solara speaking to why we gravitate towards the Pumpkins.


While some fans heralded the return, others were dismissive. It's an album that has a complicated history with fans, critics...and possibly the band? But much like Monuments To An Elegy, there's a lot here to still dig into and enjoy.


Will the "Woahwoahwoahwoahwoahwhoah" crowd rise?! Become the owl at midnight!

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Jun 09, 202302:33:26
BONUS EPISODE: Adore 25TH Anniversary - Howard Willing Shares An Adore Memory
Jun 03, 202305:58
JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX: THE PARABLE w/ Patreon Member Joe
May 17, 202301:06:21
WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - OGILALA w/ DR. THOMAS WHITFIELD

WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - OGILALA w/ DR. THOMAS WHITFIELD

In 2017, Billy Corgan released his 2nd solo album, "Ogilala", but this time under the name William Patrick Corgan and with a much more organic and stripped-down sound. It's an album containing some of Corgan's best work and illustrates the power of his songwriting and ability to bend and shape the core of a song into the sound he envisions.


Joining Frank as guest co-host is a long-time friend and Pumpkinhead, Dr. Thomas Whitfield. Thomas digs deep and uses his Ph.D. to help break down the lyrics with surgical detail. If getting super in-depth and nerdy diving into WPC lyrics is your bag, then this episode is for you!


Frank and Thomas discuss being wary of people who aren’t passionate about something/anything, hiding Mellon Collie and the Goosebumps books from religious parents, seeds of CYR and ATUM found in Ogilala and Thomas' “Special K” experience with the album.


Plus a quick chat about the gorgeous short film, Pillbox, co-directed by Linda Strawberry.


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May 03, 202303:34:46
MONUMENTS TO AN ELEGY w/ STEPHEN PATRICK ZAPATA-KELLY

MONUMENTS TO AN ELEGY w/ STEPHEN PATRICK ZAPATA-KELLY

And then there were two. With the departure of Mike Byrne and Nicole Fiorentino, Corgan led the charge with guitarist Jeff Schroeder to make 2014's Monuments To An Elegy. An album with nods to its rock past as well as the Pumpkins' synthy future. Joining Frank as guest co-host to do a track-by-track breakdown of this album is former guest of the 'kast, Stephen Patrick Zapata-Kelly!

Down a drummer, Corgan & Schroeder turned to Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee for an assist to achieve the bombastic and skilled attack needed to match the energy of the songs (as well as Rage Against The Machine's Brad Wilk on drums and The Killer's Mark Stoermer on bass for live shows).

As the Teargarden project aspirations faded away (and with the subsequent abandonment of the Day For Night album), the future of the Pumpkins was looking dire once again. Luckily, time has shown that the Pumpkins are still going strong and with hindsight, a revisit of Monuments yields great rewards. Especially for fans who may not love the sounds of CYR or Atum (even though we get some glances in a few of Monuments' tracks).

Ultimately, Monuments is an album that Stephen and Frank agree is "like a good slice of pizza".

Lover, you're strange if you miss this episode!


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Apr 05, 202301:39:30
JACK BATES: CHAPTER 3 – BASS-ABELLUM
Mar 24, 202358:11
BONUS: OCEANIA 2012 AUSTRALIAN TOUR W/ SIMON MATELJAN OF OZPHORIA

BONUS: OCEANIA 2012 AUSTRALIAN TOUR W/ SIMON MATELJAN OF OZPHORIA

Simon Mateljan of Ozphoria joins Frank to discuss his experience with the 2012 Oceania Australian tour!

(Link for Wil Anderson interview mentioned in the show HERE.)

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Mar 10, 202301:41:06
OCEANIA

OCEANIA

Yod He Vau He Om, Pumpkinheads! Today on the 'kast, we cover the critically acclaimed, post-reformation fan-favorite album OCEANIA! An album so special, Frank and Pat just had to assemble in person at Pumpkast HQ to dive head first into its briny depths. 

Frank and Pat discuss "deep" concepts like the "God umbrella," the beautiful truth of the lyric, "everything I want is free," and the spiritual connection "Pale Horse" has to "Adore." All that plus a possible nod to the Italian horror classic "Suspiria" and some speculation as to exactly what kind of "Special K" we're talking about on "The Celestials" (wouldn't be the first time Billy made reference to a beloved breakfast food – Pop Tarts, anyone?).  

We also thoroughly sing the praises of this incarnation of the band, which included Jeff "The Shredder" Schroeder, Mike Byrne's undeniable drum chops and the incredible bass contributions and backing vocals of Nicole Fiorentino. 

We hope you love this episode "101 percent"!

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Feb 17, 202302:20:26
Oceania Intro & History w/ Kim Rosas

Oceania Intro & History w/ Kim Rosas

Before we dive in for the track-by-track breakdown of Oceania, we take some time to cover the history of the album and this particular era of the Pumpkins. 

Joining Frank as guest co-host this episode is previous Pumpkast roundtable guest and dedicated Pumpkinhead Kim Rosas! In addition to covering the history of the Oceania era, Frank & Kim discuss their Pumpkin fandom around 2012 (and now), what it was like waiting for the song you wanted to listen to/record on the radio in the 90s, an unusual gymnasium SP show at the Florida State Fair and how the music of Billy/SP feels like fate and why we're devout members of the Church of Pumpkins (Churchkins?). 

Plus, we give mad props to the impossible task Mike Byrne found himself in and throw in some much-deserved love and praise for bassist Nicole Fiorentino and guitarist Jeff  Schroeder. 

It's a special and unique era for the Pumpkins that over time (as usual) finally got the love and recognition it deserves. 

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Feb 15, 202301:25:01
JAMES IHA - LOOK TO THE SKY + Bonus Tracks w/ David Jepsen

JAMES IHA - LOOK TO THE SKY + Bonus Tracks w/ David Jepsen

We end 2022 by covering the 2012 James Iha solo album "Look To The Sky", the sonically ambitious follow-up to Iha's first solo album "Let It Come Down". Pat remains out and Frank battles a cold but here to help Frank cover this overlooked gem is Patreon member and Aussie Pumpkinhead David Jepsen!

We talk about the album's excellent production, James gettin' sleazy by aping Iggy Pop, "Sad Happy Songs" and the incredible stable of James' talented friends appearing on the album including Karen O & Nick Zinner of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Adam Schlesinger of Fountains of Wayne, Nina Persson of The Cardigans, Sara Quin of Tegan and Sara, Mike Garson, Tom Verlaine of Television and Nathan Larson of Shudder to Think. 

Pump this 'kast while your eyes are glued on a valium gloomy day!

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Dec 30, 202201:57:03
SKYSAW- GREAT CIVILIZATIONS w/ Patreon member Joe
Dec 23, 202201:26:57
BONUS: The Tarot and Teargarden w/ Diana Dagaz of Mystic Mixtape

BONUS: The Tarot and Teargarden w/ Diana Dagaz of Mystic Mixtape

Our Teargarden coverage is coming to a close, but before we move forward on the Pumpkin/WPC timeline, Frank chats with Diana Dagaz from Mystic Mixtape about Teargarden's connections to the Tarot as well as other interesting topics related to the album, WPC, the Pumpkins (and our lives).

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Dec 09, 202245:13
BONUS: Super Quick thoughts on Billy Corgan solo acoustic KROQ performance, Hollywood Bowl show and ATUM Vol 1
Nov 24, 202206:43
TEARGARDEN BY KALEIDYSCOPE w/ James Young

TEARGARDEN BY KALEIDYSCOPE w/ James Young

On this episode of The Smashing Pumpkast, we do a track-by-track deep dive into the often-overlooked Teargarden By Kaleidyscope! Joining Frank as guest co-host this episode is James Young! 

We talk the psych yet Zep influence of Vol 1. , the colossal shoes Mike Byrne had to fill and how he may have unfairly been judged at the time, the nods to Oceania to come and Frank has a profound breakthrough thanks to "A Stitch In Time".

We are one of many...fans of these songs!

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Nov 23, 202202:25:27
Teargarden Intro & History w/ Paul Levins

Teargarden Intro & History w/ Paul Levins

Our coverage of the Teargaren era kicks off with our Intro and History to Teargarden By Kaleidyscope. Joining Frank while Pat is still away is guest co-host Paul Levins. We discuss the history of the Teargarden era, appreciating the journey of the Pumpkins sound, The "war buddy" aspect of the fellowship of Pumpkinheads and we even chat a bit about the infamous 20th Anniversary Shows. Frank also wonders...are the Pumpkins the new Rush?

Are you with us or against us?! Stay tuned next week for the proper track-by-track breakdown of Teargarden By Kaleidyscope!

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Nov 18, 202201:22:42
BONUS: Favorite (Recorded) Billy Guitar Solos w/ Dean Schaffer

BONUS: Favorite (Recorded) Billy Guitar Solos w/ Dean Schaffer

It's our first Patreon listener-selected episode! Joining Frank is Patreon member and musician Dean Schaffer. Dean joins Frank to discuss some of their favorite Billy guitar solos (and even a few leads). What are some of YOUR favorites?

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Nov 11, 202201:03:53
The Zeitgeist Listener Appreciation Episode
Nov 04, 202220:38
BONUS: 2022 Metro & Irving Plaza Club Shows Roundtable

BONUS: 2022 Metro & Irving Plaza Club Shows Roundtable

In this special Pumpkast Bonus episode, Frank hosts a roundtable discussion with Pumpkinheads (Diana Dagaz (Mystic Mixtape), Eve, John LaMantia and Kim Rosas) who attended the recent Metro and Irving Plaza club shows!

(Audio pulled from Zoom session)

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Oct 21, 202201:04:60
If All Goes Wrong

If All Goes Wrong

The sun is setting on Zeitgeist Summer and today we take a look at the 2008 documentary/live performance feature "If All Goes Wrong". 

This warts and all documentary covers the Pumpkins infamous residencies at The Orange Peel in Asheville and The Fillmore in San Francisco in the summer of 2007. 

Frank and Pat talk about their deep appreciation for the Zeitgeist-era lineup, Billy's love-hate relationship with the fans (and vice versa), the uncomfortable moments of watching a band and the members we love having a rough time and of course, more Jimmy adulation.

And  also...Gossamer. GOSSAMER!

We also share news of how the Pumpkast episodes will operate moving forward.

Cuddle up to your homemade Billy bust and enjoy this episode! 

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Sep 30, 202201:49:15
BONUS: First impression of ATUM news! Beguiled, Atum, Butterfly Suite, Empires and Thirty-Three podcast reactions and more!
Sep 22, 202227:10
F.O.L / SUPERCHRIST / G.L.O.W. and More
Aug 31, 202201:19:50
BONUS: ITHAX & SCIMITAR ACOUSTIC DEBUTS AT TOGETHER AND TOGETHER AGAIN BENEFIT
Aug 17, 202231:38
AMERICAN GOTHIC EP
Jul 27, 202259:15
ZEITGEIST

ZEITGEIST

Fifteen years ago the Pumpkins released their infamous, quasi-political, strangely prescient comeback album, ZEITGEIST. It was originally rolled out in an array of different colored CD and digital versions with slightly different tracklists, but today we're merging them all into one 16-track "complete" version of the album. A sort of unofficial "Rainbow Edition" if you will.   

We dive deep into each of these tracks, really savoring ones like "Stellar" and "Ma Belle" that us basic red-version kids never got to fully experience at the time of the album's release. We also contemplate the massive weight of expectations a band must feel when coming back after seven years sans two original members, the Danny Elfman collab track that almost was, and the hot take: are several of these songs expressions of Billy's love for Jimmy? Discuss. 

All that plus the big questions: Was Zeitgeist Billy's response to the state of the nation...of Rock? Is this a 2000s rock radio album or an ode to rip-ass Scorpions rock of the ’70s and ’80s? And finally, is it STILL considered underrated when most of the fanbase laments its absence from streaming services? This episode has it all, including an interruption from a black cat trying to kill a squirrel in front of us. 

A million watts of sound can't compare... to the fun we had talking about this album! WE. ARE. STARZ. We arrrreeeeeeeee!

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Jul 13, 202202:28:47
ZEITGEIST INTRO & HISTORY w/ THE DISCOGRAPHERS

ZEITGEIST INTRO & HISTORY w/ THE DISCOGRAPHERS

"ZEITGEIST SUMMER" is here, and it's a scorcher! Before Frank and Pat do their deep dive into the 16-track "complete" (all variants merged) version of Zeitgeist, we’re setting the scene and sharing some important background on this momentous, polarizing, rebooted period in SP history. Pat takes some time this week to handle some family stuff back home, but not before sharing his earliest memories of Zeitgeist, an album that carried his young ass from Buffalo to the Big Apple. Back at Pumpkast HQ, Frank is joined by Brian Matthews and Tyler Cardwell of The Discographers podcast, who were kind enough to help introduce the album and share some factual and personal history about it... along with a little "Gossamer" praise for good measure.  

Call up Paris Hilton on your Blackberry Razr, slather on that sunscreen and join Lady Liberty for a dip in our rising oceans 'cause Zeitgeist Summer has officially begun! Come on, let's GO! 

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Jul 04, 202201:50:57
BONUS: MONE'T HA-SIDI

BONUS: MONE'T HA-SIDI

It's been a while, but it's a new listener profile and today Frank talks to a one-of-a-kind Pumpkins fan...

Hairstylist by Day, Burlesque by Night, Activist ALL the time...the Smashing Pumpkin of Bump & Grind...Mone't Ha-Sidi!

Frank and Mone't chat about the highs and lows of being a Black Woman in Pumpkin fandom, making Pumpkins friends for life, ticket-buying etiquette, the lack of love for Josh Groban at a Bridge School Benefit show (the band DID notice) and how unfair it is that the Pumpkins don’t get the proper accolades they deserve as some bands do.

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Jul 03, 202201:00:22
ROCK INVASION 2 SPECIAL

ROCK INVASION 2 SPECIAL

The Rock Invasion 2 Tour has wrapped and today on the 'kast we take some time to talk about our weekend seeing the Pumpkins live for the first time in almost 4 years! 

Also, Frank does some live-on-the-scene interviews with listeners at the Santa Barbara Bowl show, we chat with Jacob Givens at the Beachlife Festival and we hear some listener-submitted stories about their Rock Invasion 2 experiences. 

Thanks to listeners Evangelina, Matt G., Kim, Hendrix, Brittany, Clay, Eve, Fuzz Esco, Angel, Jack, Jude, Pam, Peter, Brian, Justin, Anonymous, Scott, Paqui, Ryan, Ryan G for being a part of this episode! 


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Jun 27, 202201:53:52
JACK BATES RETURNS!
Jun 17, 202247:11
JEFF SCHROEDER RETURNS! Rock Invasion 2 Tour Check-In
May 28, 202201:09:16
BONUS: James Corden Performance 5/12/22
May 13, 202207:07
BILLY CORGAN: TheFutureEmbrace + Tilt
May 11, 202202:19:04
JEFF SCHROEDER

JEFF SCHROEDER

Hard to believe but today marks the SECOND ANNIVERSARY of the official launch of The Smashing Pumpkast! We could think of no better way to mark the occasion than with our brand new interview with the phenomenal Jeff Schroeder

Jeff sits down with us to discuss everything from his unique musical contributions to The Smashing Pumpkins to the benefits of having a guitar teacher with a vast musical palette (and a No-Wave band). We also talk about the Importance of mental health and Jeff's work with the Continuance Foundation (https://www.thecontinuancefoundation.com), which Mellon Collie-era songs he'd 'Love' to play live and the Herculean effort that is working on a 33-song concept album remotely during a pandemic.

We also ask Jeff about his underrated but influential early band "The Lassie Foundation" and how it feels to see people revisit and reassess moments in the SP catalog years later. He's more than a shredder, he's a stone-cold artist and real gentleman. We had such a great time chatting with him. Thanks, Jeff.

Thanks so much to everyone who's supported us over the past two years! MORE TO COME! 

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Apr 11, 202201:24:57
JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX: LIFE BEGINS AGAIN
Apr 08, 202201:37:09
PATREON UNLOCKED! Beyond The Patch: Episode 4

PATREON UNLOCKED! Beyond The Patch: Episode 4

Hey there Pumpkast listeners! Want a FREE taste of what our our Patreon has to offer? We decided to unlock the most recent episode of our Patron-only spinoff podcast, "Beyond The Patch with Frank & Pat," in which your hosts share some of our favorite non-SP/Corgan tracks we've been diggin' recently. Old stuff, new stuff, deep cuts and rediscovered gems are all on the table (and as you'll hear in this episode, we just can't help ourselves from tying things back to the Pumpkins). You know those tangents we like to go off on in our regular episodes? Consider this the “Oops, All Tangents!” version of the Pumpkast – and a beautiful chance to swap cool music with each other and our awesome Patrons. 

Playlist for this episode of Beyond the Patch:

1. Momma – "Rockstar"

2. Sharon Van Etten – "Let Go"

3. ††† (Crosses) – "Goodbye Horses" (Q Lazarus cover)

4. The Clash – "Sean Flynn"

5. Erasers – "Constant Connection"

6. Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds – "Rings of Saturn"

As a $3 "Cool Kid" Patreon member you get access to all episodes of our monthly show "Beyond the Patch," exclusive audio and video commentaries (like our upcoming Vieuphoria video commentary), early access to Pumpkast episodes when available, access to our Discord server, early access to Pumpkast merch, opportunities to join Zoom roundtables, listener polls and opportunities to vote on future episodes! 

Our $8 "Adore" level gets your all of that PLUS every six months YOU get to come on the Pumpkast to talk about the Pumpkin/Corgan-related topic of your choosing! 

It's a great way to go deeper into the world of SP and help us produce a high-quality Pumpkast. If you like what you hear, consider signing up today! We love ya! 

– Frank & Pat

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Mar 26, 202257:38