<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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The Secret Behind Led Zeppelin’s “Ramble On” and Its Mysterious Drums
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2025-06-22
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Top ’90s TV Theme Songs: Friends, Seinfeld, X-Files & More
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2025-06-21
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How Soul Asylum’s “Runaway Train” Saved Lives and Changed the World
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2025-06-20
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Exclusive Interview: Gary Numan on His UK Success, U.S. One-Hit Wonder, and Finding Peace
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2025-06-19
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FROM THE VAULT: How the Bee Gees Rose from Collapse to Conquer the 70s: Top 5 Songs of the Gibb Brothers
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2025-06-18
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When Kiedis Bombed Live and Loggins Got Fired—Then They Made History
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2025-06-17
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The Untold Stories of 1972’s Greatest Hits: Bowie, Seals & Crofts, and The Hollies
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2025-06-16
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The Genius of Brian Wilson: A Farewell to Pop’s Most Profound Composer
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2025-06-15
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FROM THE VAULT: How Bon Jovi Rose to Fame with Anthems of Hope and Resilience
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2025-06-15
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The Wildest Rock Supergroups That Almost Happened: Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, and Llamas
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2025-06-14
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He Lost the Bet...Then Wrote Their Biggest Hit in Minutes!
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2025-06-13
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Kenny Rogers on “The Gambler”: The Song That Made Him a Legend
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2025-06-12
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Celebrating Brian Wilson: The Musical Genius Behind The Beach Boys | Bonus Tribute Episode
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2025-06-11
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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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