1387 Episodes

  1. From Laughable to Legendary: The Wild Stories Behind Rock’s Unlikely Classics

    Published: 5/13/2025

  2. Van Halen’s 5 Greatest Deep Cuts—and the Wild Stories Behind Them

    Published: 5/12/2025

  3. How Improv Created Rock Legends—From Bon Scott to a Kid in the Studio

    Published: 5/11/2025

  4. 1970’s Top 10 Showdown: Beatles, Jackson 5, and a Legendary One-Hit Wonder

    Published: 5/10/2025

  5. Shawn Colvin’s “Sunny Came Home”: The Dark Story Behind Her Grammy-Winning Hit

    Published: 5/9/2025

  6. How “She Sells Sanctuary” Made The Cult Legends—Fights, Theft, and a Violin Bow

    Published: 5/8/2025

  7. The Stories Behind Iconic Girl-Named Songs: From “Brandy” to “Beth”

    Published: 5/7/2025

  8. #1 Hits, Career Risks, and the Coolest Song Ever: The Ultimate 80s Countdown

    Published: 5/5/2025

  9. From Coneheads to #1: How a Chili Peppers B-Side Became a Rock Classic

    Published: 5/4/2025

  10. Evil Anthems & Airplane Bathrooms: The Wild Origins of 80s Movie Themes

    Published: 5/3/2025

  11. The Stylistics on Creating the Ultimate Baby-Making Classics of the ’70s

    Published: 5/2/2025

  12. The Song Every Label Rejected That Became an 80s Staple

    Published: 4/30/2025

  13. The Most Underrated Rock Singers (And Why Fans Are Divided)

    Published: 4/29/2025

  14. When Rock Reclaimed the Charts: 1978’s Most Unbelievable Stories

    Published: 4/28/2025

  15. Dead or Alive’s Wild Ride: From “You Spin Me Round” to Sudden Disappearance

    Published: 4/27/2025

  16. How Gordon Lightfoot Turned Heartbreak and History Into Rock Classics

    Published: 4/26/2025

  17. The Accidental Genius Behind “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” with Rupert Holmes

    Published: 4/25/2025

  18. The Forgotten Legacy of Adam Ant: 7 Chart Hits and a Pop Culture Icon

    Published: 4/24/2025

  19. Top 5 Misheard Lyrics: From John Fogerty’s Joke to FBI Confusion Over “Louie Louie”

    Published: 4/23/2025

  20. Surprise Hits of the 80s: From Rush to Bowie and Mercury

    Published: 4/22/2025

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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.