<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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Banned by MTV, Rejected by Radio: The ’80s Hits Too Hot to Handle
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2025-06-11
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FROM THE VAULT: How Tom Petty Proved His Label Wrong with Free Fallin’
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2025-06-10
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The 16-Year-Old Who Outsold The Beatles —Top 11 Songs of 1967
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2025-06-09
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How Rick Astley’s Label Hated His Song—Then It Took Over the World
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2025-06-08
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Top 10 Most Soul-Stirring Female Vocal Performances of the ’80s: Aimee Mann, Stevie Nicks, and More
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2025-06-07
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How a Paul Simon–Mentored Band Created One of the Most Haunting One-Hit Wonders of the ’80s
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2025-06-06
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The Story Behind “Juke Box Hero”: Lou Gramm’s Vocal Feat and Fan Inspiration
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2025-06-05
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Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’70s: Ritchie Blackmore, David Gilmour, and More
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2025-06-04
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FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams – Stevie Nicks’ Heartfelt Breakup Anthem
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2025-06-03
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FROM THE VAULT: 5 Forgotten 90s Songs Featuring Tonic, LIT, Sponge, Garbage, and More
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2025-06-02
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The ’70s Hit Randy Bachman Wrote as a Joke—That Hit #1 in 22 Countries
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2025-06-02
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Ranking the Greatest Classic Rock Songs of All Time: The Ultimate Showdown
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2025-06-01
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How “The Power of Love” Became a #1 Hit—and a Soundtrack Tragedy
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2025-05-31
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How Two Teens and a Cheap Synth Launched OMD into Pop History
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2025-05-30
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Men at Work Ruled the ’80s—Then Vanished. Colin Hay Explains Why
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2025-05-29
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Sex, Cheese, and Controversy: Ranking the 5 Most Ridiculous ’70s Songs
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2025-05-28
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FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s 1988 Hit “When It’s Love”
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2025-05-28
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1983’s Greatest: Prince, Lionel Richie, and the Hook That Labels Didn’t Hear
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2025-05-26
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The Story Behind “Beds Are Burning” and the Protest Hidden in a 1987 Rock Anthem
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2025-05-25
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TV’s Most Iconic Themes: The Wild Backstories Behind the ’60s Greatest Intros
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2025-05-24
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