<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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From Laughable to Legendary: The Wild Stories Behind Rock’s Unlikely Classics 2025-05-13
Van Halen’s 5 Greatest Deep Cuts—and the Wild Stories Behind Them 2025-05-12
How Improv Created Rock Legends—From Bon Scott to a Kid in the Studio 2025-05-11
1970’s Top 10 Showdown: Beatles, Jackson 5, and a Legendary One-Hit Wonder 2025-05-10
Shawn Colvin’s “Sunny Came Home”: The Dark Story Behind Her Grammy-Winning Hit 2025-05-09
How “She Sells Sanctuary” Made The Cult Legends—Fights, Theft, and a Violin Bow 2025-05-08
The Stories Behind Iconic Girl-Named Songs: From “Brandy” to “Beth” 2025-05-07
#1 Hits, Career Risks, and the Coolest Song Ever: The Ultimate 80s Countdown 2025-05-05
From Coneheads to #1: How a Chili Peppers B-Side Became a Rock Classic 2025-05-04
Evil Anthems & Airplane Bathrooms: The Wild Origins of 80s Movie Themes 2025-05-03
The Stylistics on Creating the Ultimate Baby-Making Classics of the ’70s 2025-05-02
The Song Every Label Rejected That Became an 80s Staple 2025-04-30
The Most Underrated Rock Singers (And Why Fans Are Divided) 2025-04-29
When Rock Reclaimed the Charts: 1978’s Most Unbelievable Stories 2025-04-28
Dead or Alive’s Wild Ride: From “You Spin Me Round” to Sudden Disappearance 2025-04-27
How Gordon Lightfoot Turned Heartbreak and History Into Rock Classics 2025-04-26
The Accidental Genius Behind “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” with Rupert Holmes 2025-04-25
The Forgotten Legacy of Adam Ant: 7 Chart Hits and a Pop Culture Icon 2025-04-24
Top 5 Misheard Lyrics: From John Fogerty’s Joke to FBI Confusion Over “Louie Louie” 2025-04-23
Surprise Hits of the 80s: From Rush to Bowie and Mercury 2025-04-22
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