<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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Oldies But Goldies: The Untold Stories Behind the 1962 Hits That Changed Music 2025-08-04
Ozzy Osbourne’s Greatest Songs: A Tribute to Heavy Metal’s Icon 2025-08-03
How Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” Broke Barriers on MTV and Rock Radio 2025-08-02
FROM THE VAULT: Interview with Geoff Downes: How "Video Killed the Radio Star" Became an 80s Icon Despite Peaking in the 70s 2025-08-01
England Dan & John Ford Coley: The Soft Rock Duo Who Rivaled Zeppelin 2025-07-31
BONUS: Adam and Janda Lane remember Ozzy Osbourne on the Behind The Song podcast 2025-07-30
Top 10 Albums of 1979: Fleetwood Mac, The Clash, AC/DC & More 2025-07-30
FROM THE VAULT: How Cream Turned a Poem About Real Estate into the Psychedelic Rock Classic “White Room” 2025-07-29
Top 10 Songs of 1992: From Nirvana’s Revolution to Metallica’s Surprising Ballad 2025-07-28
How Cake’s “The Distance” Became the Coolest Song of the ’90s 2025-07-27
Weird Al Yankovic’s Greatest Parodies: From “White & Nerdy” to “Amish Paradise” 2025-07-26
Jimi Hendrix’s Final Days, Wild Legends, and the Truth About “Purple Haze” 2025-07-25
How Walter Egan Turned a Crush on Stevie Nicks Into a 1978 Classic 2025-07-24
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne – Ozzy’s Post–Sabbath Comeback Begins with “Crazy Train” and Randy Rhoads 2025-07-23
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne – The Redemption Behind “Mama, I’m Coming Home” 2025-07-22
The Lost Rebel Anthem: How Rock’s Boldest Hit Disappeared from Culture 2025-07-22
The Power of the Rock Community: Why We Won’t Back Down in the Music Rights Fight 2025-07-22
FROM THE VAULT: Motley Crue’s 'Home Sweet Home': The Epic Music Video MTV Had to Stop Playing 2025-07-21
FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind The Beatles’ Perfect Double A-Side – Penny Lane & Strawberry Fields Forever 2025-07-20
Top 10 B-Sides That Became Iconic Hits: Queen, Fleetwood Mac, Pearl Jam & More 2025-07-19
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