1409 Episodes

  1. He Claims the Eagles Copied His Hit... And His Clapback Is Rock ‘n’ Roll Genius

    Published: 9/26/2025

  2. Legend QUIT HEDONISTIC Band to PLAY GUITAR for GOD & Created His MAGNUM OPUS!

    Published: 9/25/2025

  3. Rock’s Most Iconic Concerts: Prince at the Super Bowl, Pink Floyd Reunited & More

    Published: 9/24/2025

  4. FROM THE VAULT: How Cream’s "Sunshine of Your Love" Overcame Doubters to Become a Rock Classic

    Published: 9/23/2025

  5. 1978’s Hidden Rock Classics: Queen, Journey, The Cars & Devo

    Published: 9/22/2025

  6. How Foo Fighters Scrapped a $1M Album to Create “Times Like These”

    Published: 9/21/2025

  7. Almost #1: The Iconic Female Hits of the ’70s That Deserved More

    Published: 9/20/2025

  8. FROM THE VAULT: The 70s Rock Anthem That Became the Most Requested Song of All Time!

    Published: 9/19/2025

  9. From Road Noise to Rock Radio: The Unbelievable Birth of a Classic Track

    Published: 9/18/2025

  10. 1981’s Greatest Rock Songs You Never Heard on the Charts

    Published: 9/17/2025

  11. FROM THE VAULT: How Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” Became a #1 Hit Decades Later Thanks to Stranger Things

    Published: 9/16/2025

  12. The Best of the Rest: 8 Classic TV Themes We Missed the First Time

    Published: 9/15/2025

  13. Queen’s “Killer Queen”: The Song That Finally Made Them Famous

    Published: 9/14/2025

  14. When Rock Legends Messed Up and Made History — 7 Iconic Mistakes Turned Hits

    Published: 9/13/2025

  15. How JD Souther Helped Create the Eagles’ Smash “Heartache Tonight”

    Published: 9/12/2025

  16. How Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo's 'We Belong'" ROCKED 1984

    Published: 9/11/2025

  17. Top 10 One-Hit Wonder Solo Acts from Famous Bands

    Published: 9/10/2025

  18. 10 Rock Classics from 1976 That Never Hit the Top 40

    Published: 9/9/2025

  19. How Loss and Heartbreak Shaped The Pretenders’ ’80s Classic “Back on the Chain Gang”

    Published: 9/8/2025

  20. Tiny Tim’s Onstage Death and Other Shocking Stories of Rock’s Worst Acts

    Published: 9/7/2025

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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.