<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 Barry Gibb’s Falsetto and “Jive Talkin’” Saved the Bee Gees’ Career 2023-01-20
Interview: Sammy Hagar on Writing Van Halen’s “Right Now” and Its Surprising Legacy 2023-01-19
Interview: Martin Fry on ABC’s “The Look of Love” and the Breakup That Inspired It 2023-01-18
Terence Trent D’Arby’s Rise and Fall: How Hype and Hubris Derailed His Career 2023-01-17
How Sting’s “If You Love Somebody Set Them Free” Was a Response to “Every Breath You Take” 2023-01-16
How Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child O’ Mine” Went from a Joke Riff to an 80s Anthem 2023-01-14
How Tom Petty’s “American Girl” Became His Most Iconic Song Without Ever Being a Hit 2023-01-13
Interview: Carlos Santana on the Spontaneous Creation of a #1 Hit in One Take 2023-01-12
Interview: Dave Sabo on How Skid Row’s “I Remember You” Became Their Biggest Hit 2023-01-11
Interview: John Oates on How Heartbreak Inspired Hall & Oates’ First Hit “She’s Gone” 2023-01-10
How Aerosmith Transformed “What It Takes” from a Country Tune into a Rock Anthem 2023-01-09
Interview: Randy Bachman on How a Pizza Guy Helped Make “Takin’ Care of Business” a Classic 2023-01-07
How Elton John Helped Neil Sedaka Make a Stunning Comeback with “Laughter in the Rain” 2023-01-06
How Brian Johnson Saved AC/DC with “Hells Bells” and the Record-Breaking Back in Black 2023-01-05
Interview: Vanilla Ice on the Meteoric Rise and Fall of “Ice Ice Baby” 2023-01-04
How Depeche Mode’s “Blasphemous Rumors” Sparked Controversy While “Somebody” Bared It All 2023-01-03
How Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground” Helped Wake Him from a Coma and Change His Life 2023-01-02
How Peter Gabriel’s “Sledgehammer” Took Over the Charts and Shocked Fans with Its Hidden Meaning 2022-12-31
Interview: Billy Davis Jr. & Marilyn McCoo on How a Lost Wallet Led to “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” 2022-12-30
How Autograph Went from Weekend Jams to Van Halen’s Tour and the Hit “Turn Up the Radio” 2022-12-29
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