<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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Rock’s Greatest Rivalries: Band Feuds That Made History 2025-08-24
FROM THE VAULT: Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody': How Freddie Mercury Leaked the Song That Became a #1 Hit 2025-08-23
How the Beach Boys Made One of the Greatest Songs Ever—And One of the Worst 2025-08-22
Van Halen’s Wild Studio Stories: Forgotten Lyrics, Accidental Genius, and More 2025-08-21
FROM THE VAULT: 5 Overlooked 80s New Wave Gems That Deserve More Recognition 2025-08-20
Top 5 Haunting Female Vocal Performances of the ’70s: Donna Summer, Patti Smith & More 2025-08-19
FROM THE VAULT: When The Beatles Took on The Who with “Helter Skelter” 2025-08-18
Countdown: The Greatest Songs of 1961 Including Roy Orbison’s Vocal Masterpiece 2025-08-17
When Ego Ruined Everything: Rock’s Most Infamous Self-Destruct Moments 2025-08-16
The Story Behind Supertramp’s “The Logical Song” – A Classic Rock Masterpiece 2025-08-15
How “Love Is a Battlefield” Was Rewritten and Became an ’80s Anthem 2025-08-14
FROM THE VAULT: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 Hit 2025-08-13
7 Hilarious Non-Parody Rock Songs You Won’t Believe Aren’t Jokes 2025-08-12
FROM THE VAULT: How George Harrison Inspired Led Zeppelin to Write The Rain Song 2025-08-11
1993’s Top Songs: R.E.M., Billy Joel, Duran Duran, Whitney Houston & Blind Melon 2025-08-10
5 Unsolved Rock Mysteries: The Strangest Lost Songs Ever Found 2025-08-09
Nick Kershaw’s “Wouldn’t It Be Good”: The 80s Anthem That Live Aid and Pretty in Pink Reimagined 2025-08-08
Styx's “Renegade”: The Accidental Hit That Made Tommy Shaw a Rock Legend 2025-08-07
Improv Magic: The Untold Stories Behind Pink Floyd, The Who, and More 2025-08-06
FROM THE VAULT: How David Gilmour’s Voice Elevated Pink Floyd’s Greatest Songs 2025-08-05
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