<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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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
Steve Kilbey on The Church’s Under the Milky Way – The Haunting 1988 Rock Hit 2021-02-20
Exclusive Interview & Tribute to Mary Wilson of The Supremes 2021-02-16
5 Forgotten Glam Metal Gems of the 80s – Featuring Warrant, Great White, Mötley Crüe & More 2021-02-13
Sammy Hagar vs. David Lee Roth – How Eddie Van Halen Defined the Debate 2021-02-11
How Tom Petty Proved His Label Wrong with Free Fallin’ 2021-02-10
The Story Behind I've Had the Time of My Life – The Hit That Defined Dirty Dancing 2021-02-08
The 90s Heart Hit Ann Wilson Disliked – The Story Behind All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You 2021-02-03
Top 5 Iconic Rock Eyewear – Featuring Bono, Slash, and Stevie Nicks 2021-02-02
How Depeche Mode Crafted the Synth-Pop Masterpiece Black Celebration 2021-01-14
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