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
Patty Smyth on the Story Behind Scandal’s Goodbye to You – A 1982 New Wave Classic	2021-04-07
Elliot Lurie on Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) – The 1972 #1 Hit That Endures Across Generations	2021-04-05
Breaking Down Phil Collins’ No Jacket Required – The 1985 Album That Perfectly Balanced Rock & Pop	2021-04-03
The Lost Art of Greatest Hits Albums – Celebrating Music’s Ultimate Gateways	2021-03-30
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Record-Breaking #2 Hits – The Band That Never Hit #1	2021-03-27
The Top 5 Neil Diamond Songs – Celebrating a Rock & Pop Legend	2021-03-23
Breaking Down U2’s The Joshua Tree – The Iconic 80s Album That Almost Didn’t Happen	2021-03-22
Chris Robinson on The Black Crowes’ She Talks to Angels – The Blues Rock Revival of the 90s	2021-03-19
The Story Behind The Who’s Baba O’Riley – The 70s Rock Anthem That Almost Didn’t Happen	2021-03-18
Ann Wilson of Heart on Working with Led Zeppelin & Performing Stairway to Heaven	2021-03-17
The Story Behind The Smiths’ Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want – The Saddest 80s Song	2021-03-15
The Story Behind Pink Floyd’s Comfortably Numb – How Roger Waters & David Gilmour Created a Masterpiece	2021-03-13
Patrick Leonard on Madonna’s Like a Prayer – The 1989 Pop Anthem That Sparked Controversy	2021-03-12
The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams – Stevie Nicks’ Heartfelt Breakup Anthem	2021-03-09
80s Mixtape: Stories from Toto, Men at Work, The Church, and More	2021-03-08
Top 5 Forgotten 70s Songs You Need to Hear – Featuring Artist Interviews	2021-03-06
The Story Behind The Beatles’ Perfect Double A-Side – Penny Lane & Strawberry Fields Forever	2021-03-05
The Story Behind The Grass Roots’ Let’s Live for Today – A 60s Hidden Gem That Comforted Soldiers	2021-03-01
The Misunderstood Meaning Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Sweet Home Alabama	2021-02-26
Rupert Holmes on the Story Behind Escape (The Piña Colada Song) – A Hit in Both the 70s & 80s	2021-02-22

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