<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 R.E.M.’s Losing My Religion Became an Unlikely 90s Anthem 2021-11-15
Pete Rivera on the Story Behind Rare Earth’s I Just Want to Celebrate 2021-11-12
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1966 – One of Music’s Greatest Years 2021-11-10
Jess Harnell on Rock Sugar, Voice Acting, and Reimagining Classic Rock Hits 2021-11-09
How “Weird Al” Yankovic Conquered 80s Radio with an Accordion and Parody Genius 2021-11-04
Jerry Casale on Devo’s Groundbreaking SNL Performance and New Wave Legacy 2021-11-03
Glen Phillips on Toad the Wet Sprocket’s All I Want and Their Unlikely Rise 2021-11-02
How Iron Maiden’s The Trooper Redefined Heavy Metal 2021-11-01
The Story Behind Van Halen’s Diver Down – The 80s Album That Split Opinions 2021-10-30
How Steve Miller Used a Cheap Synth to Create Fly Like an Eagle – A 70s Classic 2021-10-29
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1976 – Rock, Disco, and Lasting Legends 2021-10-28
How Norah Jones’ Don’t Know Why Became the Best-Selling Album of the Decade 2021-10-26
The Iconic Miami Vice Soundtrack – How It Defined 80s TV and Music 2021-10-21
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1981 – Which Hits Still Shine? 2021-10-20
Unboxing Steely Dan’s Northeast Corridor Live & Donald Fagen’s The Nightfly Live 2021-10-19
Jon Anderson on Yes’s Roundabout – From 70s Prog Classic to Internet Meme 2021-10-18
The Story Behind Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir – A 70s Rock Epic That Left Its Mark 2021-10-15
How Eddie Vedder’s Alive Launched Pearl Jam and Unraveled a Personal Truth 2021-10-14
Toto on the Accidental Magic of Rosanna – Inspired by Rosanna Arquette 2021-10-11
How Neil Peart and Rush Defied Commercialization with This 80s Rock Classic 2021-10-09
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