<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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Jackson Browne’s 'Somebody’s Baby': The Hit He Hated That Cost Him a #1 2023-04-19
Huey Lewis’ 'Do You Believe in Love': The Rookie Music Video He Couldn't Bear to Watch 2023-04-18
The Story of Jim Croce’s “Time in a Bottle” and Its Unexpected Rise to #1 2023-04-17
How Sting’s “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” Divided The Police 2023-04-15
How Bob Seger’s “Night Moves” Turned Heartbreak Into a Breakthrough Hit 2023-04-14
How The Zombies’ “Time of the Season” Became a Hit After They Broke Up 2023-04-13
How Boston’s Debut Album Overcame Rejection to Sell 17 Million Copies 2023-04-12
Interview with Dave Pirner: How “Runaway Train” Became a Hit and Helped Find Missing Kids 2023-04-11
How Foreigner’s “Juke Box Hero” Combined Two Stories Into an 80s Rock Anthem 2023-04-10
How A-ha’s “Take On Me” Overcame Failure to Become an 80s Classic 2023-04-08
How Fleetwood Mac’s “Everywhere” Emerged from the Chaos of Tango in the Night 2023-04-07
Steven Tyler Wrote “Dream On” at 14 – The Song That Almost Didn’t Happen 2023-04-06
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1982 – Which Hit Stands the Test of Time? 2023-04-05
Interview with Steve Stevens: How Billy Idol’s “White Wedding” Became an MTV Classic 2023-04-04
Interview with Eric Burdon: How “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” Inspired Bruce Springsteen 2023-04-03
What Happened to Breathe? The Rise and Disappearance of an 80s Hit Machine 2023-04-01
How Eagles’ “Desperado” Became a Classic Without Ever Being a Hit Single 2023-03-31
How Thin Lizzy’s “The Boys Are Back in Town” Went from Deep Cut to Rock Anthem 2023-03-29
Why Lynyrd Skynyrd Had to Lock Their Producer Out to Record “Simple Man” 2023-03-28
How Warren Zevon’s Joke Song “Werewolves of London” Became His Only Hit 2023-03-27
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