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
How The Traveling Wilburys Formed and the Magic Behind "Handle With Care"	2023-07-07
How Til Tuesday’s "Voices Carry" Broke Barriers and Became an 80s Classic	2023-07-06
Interview with John McCrea of CAKE: The Story Behind "The Distance" and Its Iconic Opening Line	2023-07-05
How Van Halen’s "Jump" Became Their Only #1 Hit Despite Band Tensions	2023-07-04
How Pink Floyd’s "Run Like Hell" and The Wall Were Born from Chaos	2023-07-01
How The Police Went from Rejection to Global Superstars with "Message in a Bottle"	2023-06-30
How Dave Grohl’s Heartbreak Inspired Foo Fighters’ "Everlong"	2023-06-29
How Alice Cooper’s "School’s Out" Became a Rebellious Anthem and Got Banned	2023-06-28
Interview with Geoff Downes: How "Video Killed the Radio Star" Became an 80s Icon Despite Peaking in the 70s	2023-06-27
Interview with Nuno Bettencourt: How Extreme Fought for "More Than Words" and Scored a #1 Hit	2023-06-26
How Led Zeppelin Conquered Rock Without a #1 Hit or a Grammy	2023-06-24
Interview with Night Ranger: How a Misheard Lyric Created "Sister Christian"	2023-06-23
How The Cars' "Heartbeat City" Delivered 5 Hits but Led to Their Breakup	2023-06-22
Interview with Kenny Rogers: How "The Gambler" Made Him a Superstar and Changed Music History	2023-06-21
Interview with Jim Peterik: How Survivor Dominated the 80s with "The Search Is Over" and Then Disappeared	2023-06-20
Interview with USA for Africa Members: The Untold Story of "We Are the World"	2023-06-19
How Rick Astley’s "Never Gonna Give You Up" Took Over the 80s—Then the Internet	2023-06-17
Interview with OMD: How "If You Leave" Was Written Overnight and Became an 80s Classic	2023-06-16
How Big Country Overcame Adversity to Score a Hit with "In a Big Country"	2023-06-15
Interview with Steve Forbert: The Story Behind "Romeo’s Tune" and Its Mysterious Inspiration	2023-06-14

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