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
Interview: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 Hit	2022-12-19
Interview: Jim Peterik on How Survivor’s “Eye of the Tiger” Became a Rocky Anthem	2022-12-17
How a Misheard Lyric Made “Blinded by the Light” a #1 Hit for Manfred Mann’s Earth Band	2022-12-16
Interview: Graeham Goble on How “Reminiscing” Became Little River Band’s Signature Hit	2022-12-15
Interview: Mark Farner on Writing “We’re an American Band” and the Costly Credit Decision	2022-12-14
Interview: The Romantics on “Talking in Your Sleep” and Their Decade-Long Legal Battle	2022-12-13
How The Human League’s “Don’t You Want Me” Became an 80s Classic Despite Phil Oakey’s Doubts	2022-12-12
Interview: Journey’s Jonathan Cain & Neal Schon on Writing “Faithfully” and Prince’s Concern Over “Purple Rain”	2022-12-11
How Led Zeppelin’s First Rehearsal Proved They Were Destined for Greatness	2022-12-10
Celebrating Christine McVie: The Heart and Soul of Fleetwood Mac	2022-12-09
Interview: Kevin Cronin on How REO Speedwagon’s “Can’t Fight This Feeling” Took 10 Years to Finish	2022-12-08
How Pearl Jam’s “Daughter” Became a #1 Hit Despite Their Rejection of Fame	2022-12-07
Interview: How Kansas’ “Dust in the Wind” Started as a Fingerpicking Exercise and Became a Classic	2022-12-06
How Boston Overcame Legal Battles to Make a Triumphant Comeback with “Amanda”	2022-12-05
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1983: How Do They Hold Up Today?	2022-12-03
How Bonnie Raitt Defied the Odds with Nick of Time and the Heartbreak of “I Can’t Make You Love Me”	2022-12-02
Interview: Ann Wilson on How Heart’s “Barracuda” Was Born from Industry Outrage	2022-12-01
Interview: UB40’s Ali Campbell on How “Red Red Wine” Took 5 Years to Hit #1	2022-11-30
Interview: Freddy Curci on Holding a Guinness Record and His Two Huge Hits with Sheriff & Alias	2022-11-29
How Jackson Browne’s “Take It Easy” Became the Eagles’ Breakthrough Hit	2022-11-28

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