<p>The ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dives into the songs that shaped our lives. This podcast uncovers how timeless tracks were made, the creative breakthroughs, the near-breakups, and the powerful moments that defined music history. Each episode is a masterclass in rock culture and nostalgia—whether it's a chart-topping ‘80s anthem, a one-hit wonder with a wild backstory, or a candid conversation with the legends themselves. Hear the Stories. Relive the Music. Only on Professor of Rock.</p>
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Fake Guitar, Real Hits: Bon Jovi, Billy Idol, and the Unforgettable Music of 1987
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2025-04-07
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The “Simple Man” Story: Skynyrd’s Beloved Anthem That Never Charted
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2025-04-06
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How Human League’s “Human” Reinvented Their Sound and Became a #1 About Mutual Betrayal
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2025-04-05
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5 Controversial Songs That Sparked OUTRAGE—From Chuck Berry to Matchbox Twenty
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2025-04-04
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How the Rolling Stones Turned a Failed Reggae Experiment into “Start Me Up”
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2025-04-02
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The Anatomy of a Power Ballad: Scorpions, Mötley Crüe, and Nazareth
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2025-04-01
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Top 10 Rock Songs from the Year of Star Wars, Blackouts, and Disco Fever
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2025-03-31
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Warren Zevon’s “Werewolves of London”: The Novelty Hit He Hated
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2025-03-30
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The Monkees’ Wild Ride: From TV Band to Rock Legends with “I’m a Believer”
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2025-03-29
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The #1 Hit That Was Written in Seconds After Hearing the Music for the First Time
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2025-03-26
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Christopher Cross: The Yacht Rock Icon Who Dominated 1980 Before MTV Changed Everything
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2025-03-25
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The 80s TV Theme That Borrowed from Cream’s “Sunshine of Your Love” and Got Away with It
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2025-03-24
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How Tom Petty Turned a Joke Into His Biggest Hit of 1989
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2025-03-22
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How a Trucker’s Angry Outburst Inspired BTO’s Classic Hit “Let It Ride”
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2025-03-21
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The Surprising Origins of Rock’s Most Sensual Songs, Including “Let’s Get It On”
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2025-03-20
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Steven Page on Writing Barenaked Ladies’ If I Had $1,000,000 and Meeting Brian Wilson
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2025-03-19
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How John Mellencamp’s Jack and Diane Defied His Label and Became an 80s Classic
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2025-03-18
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5 Epic Songs That Broke the Rules and Became Huge Hits – Even at 7+ Minutes Long
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2025-03-17
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The Biggest Hits of 1979 – From Disco Jokes to Rock Classics and Forgotten Legends
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2025-03-15
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How Whitesnake’s Here I Go Again Went from Failure to 80s Rock Anthem
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2025-03-14
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