<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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Why “Things Can Only Get Better” Is Scientifically the Happiest Song Ever
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2025-05-23
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The Zombies’ “Time of the Season”: Hit After Breakup, Forgotten Then Reunited 50 Years Later
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2025-05-22
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Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’80s: From Eddie Van Halen to Unexpected Legends
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2025-05-21
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Top 10 of ’76: Rock Anthems, Accidental Hits, and Freddie Mercury’s Masterpiece
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2025-05-19
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“Ten Years Gone”: The Zeppelin Masterpiece Too Complex for the Stage
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2025-05-18
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5 Rock Career Killers: How One Interview Ended Quiet Riot’s Reign
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2025-05-17
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The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain Way” and Its Untouchable Bass Line
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2025-05-16
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How a German Song Became an ’80s Classic in English
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2025-05-15
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Sex, Fire, and Spray Paint: Untold Stories of '70s Album Covers
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2025-05-14
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From Laughable to Legendary: The Wild Stories Behind Rock’s Unlikely Classics
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2025-05-13
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Van Halen’s 5 Greatest Deep Cuts—and the Wild Stories Behind Them
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2025-05-12
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How Improv Created Rock Legends—From Bon Scott to a Kid in the Studio
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2025-05-11
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1970’s Top 10 Showdown: Beatles, Jackson 5, and a Legendary One-Hit Wonder
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2025-05-10
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Shawn Colvin’s “Sunny Came Home”: The Dark Story Behind Her Grammy-Winning Hit
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2025-05-09
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How “She Sells Sanctuary” Made The Cult Legends—Fights, Theft, and a Violin Bow
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2025-05-08
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The Stories Behind Iconic Girl-Named Songs: From “Brandy” to “Beth”
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2025-05-07
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#1 Hits, Career Risks, and the Coolest Song Ever: The Ultimate 80s Countdown
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2025-05-05
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From Coneheads to #1: How a Chili Peppers B-Side Became a Rock Classic
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2025-05-04
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Evil Anthems & Airplane Bathrooms: The Wild Origins of 80s Movie Themes
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2025-05-03
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The Stylistics on Creating the Ultimate Baby-Making Classics of the ’70s
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2025-05-02
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