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
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
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

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