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 Lisa Loeb: How "Stay" Became a #1 Hit Without a Record Deal	2023-09-05
Interview with Tom Bailey: How a Lovers' Quarrel Led to Thompson Twins' "Hold Me Now"	2023-09-04
The Story Behind Kiss’ "Forever": The Dispute Between Paul Stanley and Michael Bolton	2023-09-02
How Black Sabbath’s "Paranoid" Accidentally Became a Heavy Metal Anthem	2023-09-01
Legend Obliterated His Cheating Wife ALL Across Radio on This BRUTAL 80s Hit	2023-08-31
Interview with George Thorogood: How "Bad to the Bone" Became a Rock Anthem	2023-08-30
The Story Behind Simply Red’s "Holding Back the Years": Mick Hucknall’s Haunting Debut	2023-08-29
How Cheap Trick’s "The Flame" Saved Their Career—Despite Their Hatred for It	2023-08-28
The Story Behind The Police’s "King of Pain": How Sting’s Wife Inspired the Title	2023-08-26
How Dickey Betts and The Allman Brothers Overcame Tragedy to Create "Ramblin’ Man"	2023-08-25
Interview with Three Dog Night: How "Joy to the World" Became 1971’s Biggest Hit	2023-08-24
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

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