<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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How Johnny Cash Made Nine Inch Nails’ “Hurt” His Own—and Changed Trent Reznor’s Mind 2023-03-09
Interview with Thomas Dolby: Playing Live Aid With David Bowie and Writing for Michael Jackson 2023-03-08
Interview with John Oates: The Story Behind Hall & Oates’ “You Make My Dreams” and the Vanished Synth 2023-03-07
The Story Behind Journey’s "Separate Ways" – Inspiration, Legacy & Revival 2023-03-06
The Story Behind John Mellencamp’s Fight for “Jack and Diane” 2023-03-04
How Huey Lewis’ “I Want a New Drug” Led to a Ghostbusters Lawsuit 2023-03-03
Elton John’s 80s Comeback: The Hit That Revived His Career 2023-03-02
How a Drummer’s Mistake Created WAR’s Classic Hit “Low Rider” 2023-03-01
Pink Floyd’s “High Hopes”: The Controversy Behind Their 90s Comeback Hit 2023-02-28
How “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” Became the Most Played Song of the 20th Century 2023-02-25
John Denver’s Rise and Fall: The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain High” 2023-02-24
Don Henley’s “Dirty Laundry”: The Eagles Breakup and His Scathing Media Critique 2023-02-23
Interview: Patty Smyth & Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s Search for a New Singer 2023-02-22
Aerosmith’s “Janie’s Got a Gun”: The Song That Almost Got Censored 2023-02-21
The Untold Story of “Total Eclipse of the Heart”: Bonnie Tyler, Jim Steinman, and the Meat Loaf Feud 2023-02-20
How KISS’s “Beth” Became an Accidental #1 Hit After DJs Flipped the Single 2023-02-18
Interview: Eddie Money on “Two Tickets to Paradise” and the Love Story Behind It 2023-02-17
Why Pat Benatar Refuses to Sing “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” Anymore 2023-02-16
Interview: Jason Mraz on How “I’m Yours” Became an Unexpected Global Hit 2023-02-15
How “Dr. Feelgood” Finally Took Mötley Crüe to #1 After Years of Chaos 2023-02-14
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