Professor of Rock 

<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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Title	Date published
Interview with Holly Knight: How a Random Joke Became Pat Benatar’s "Love Is a Battlefield"	2023-08-23
Interview with Paul Carrack: The Story Behind Mike + The Mechanics’ Eerie Hit "Silent Running"	2023-08-22
Interview with Randy Bachman: How "No Time" Borrowed a Riff and Became a 70s Classic	2023-08-21
Happy Go Lucky 70s Classic is Actually About a Crazy Stalker Who Attacked a Legend	2023-08-19
The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s "Gypsy": Stevie Nicks’ Nostalgic Tribute to Simpler Times	2023-08-18
Interview with John Oates: How "Out of Touch" Became Hall & Oates’ Final #1 Hit	2023-08-17
How The Beatles’ "Norwegian Wood" Revolutionized Rock and Sparked Controversy	2023-08-16
How Elton John’s "Bennie and the Jets" Became a Hit by Accident	2023-08-15
How The Beach Boys' "Kokomo" Became a Surprise #1 Hit Despite the Backlash	2023-08-14
The Hidden Meaning Behind Prince’s "Let’s Go Crazy"—Did It Predict His Fate?	2023-08-12
The Story Behind the "Footloose" Soundtrack: How Dean Pitchford Helped Create 7 Hits	2023-08-11
How a Session Guitarist Transformed Steely Dan’s "Reelin’ in the Years" into a 70s Classic	2023-08-10
Interview with Mike Reno: How Loverboy’s "Turn Me Loose" Overcame Rejection to Become an 80s Classic	2023-08-09
How Paul Simon’s "You Can Call Me Al" Revitalized His Career and Sparked Controversy	2023-08-08
Why Simple Minds Disowned Their Biggest Hit, "Don’t You (Forget About Me)"	2023-08-07
How Yes Revived Their Career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart"—A Song Written in the Bathroom	2023-08-05
How Supertramp’s "The Logical Song" Defied Doubt and Sold 20 Million Copies	2023-08-04
Randy Meisner’s Defining Moment with the Eagles: The Story Behind "Take It to the Limit"	2023-08-03
Interview with Mike Ness of Social Distortion: From Homelessness to Gold Records	2023-08-02
How Metallica’s Most Personal Song Became Their Biggest Hit	2023-08-01

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