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
The Tragic Story Behind “Without You”: From Badfinger to Harry Nilsson’s Haunting #1 Hit	2023-02-13
How The Rolling Stones’ “Start Me Up” Became a Late-Career Anthem After Years on the Shelf	2023-02-11
Interview: Graeham Goble on Writing “Lady” and Losing the Little River Band Name	2023-02-10
Interview: Lou Gramm & Mick Jones on Foreigner’s “Waiting for a Girl Like You” and Its Mysterious Inspiration	2023-02-09
How Paul Carrack’s Guest Vocals Made Squeeze’s “Tempted” an 80s Classic	2023-02-08
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1984: Which Hit Stands the Test of Time?	2023-02-07
Interview: Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings on Writing “These Eyes” and Launching The Guess Who	2023-02-06
Why Led Zeppelin Ended: The Genius, the Loss, and Their Final Album “Coda”	2023-02-04
Interview: Steve Stevens on His Blazing Solo in Billy Idol’s “Eyes Without a Face”	2023-02-03
How The Cars’ Debut Became an Instant Classic: The Story of “My Best Friend’s Girl”	2023-02-02
Interview: Grayson Hugh on His Wild Journey to the 80s Hit “Talk It Over”	2023-02-01
Interview: Marc Cohn on the True Story Behind “Walking in Memphis”	2023-01-31
How The Beatles’ “A Day in the Life” Redefined Rock Music Forever	2023-01-30
How The Cure’s “Lovesong” Defied Expectations and Became Their Biggest Hit	2023-01-28
How The Proclaimers’ “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” Proved the Industry Wrong and Became a Global Hit	2023-01-27
How Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again” Took Three Tries to Become an 80s Anthem	2023-01-26
Interview: The Hooters on Their 80s Success, Live Aid, and Writing “One of Us”	2023-01-25
Interview: Limahl on Kajagoogoo’s “Too Shy” and His Solo Hit from The NeverEnding Story	2023-01-24
Interview: Joe Elliott on Def Leppard’s Hysteria—The 80s Rock Blockbuster That Beat the Odds	2023-01-23
How Stevie Nicks’ “Edge of Seventeen” Proved Her Solo Star Power	2023-01-21

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