1385 Episodes

  1. Interview with Lamont Dozier & Duke Fakir: How The Four Tops Turned “I Can’t Help Myself” Into Another Hit

    Published: 12/3/2024

  2. How ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” Became the Happiest Song Ever – And the Hit They Almost Delayed

    Published: 12/2/2024

  3. How This “Soft Rock” Band Secretly Rocked Harder Than Most 70s Legends

    Published: 11/30/2024

  4. How a Joke Song Meant to Mock Prog Rock Became an Accidental Classic

    Published: 11/29/2024

  5. What the HELL-This is Being CENSORED For a PROFANITY That Was ACTUALLY BLEEPED OUT-Professor of Rock

    Published: 11/28/2024

  6. Interview with Kevin Cronin: How REO Speedwagon’s “I Can’t Fight This Feeling” Took 10 Years to Finish

    Published: 11/27/2024

  7. The Legend Who Created the Blueprint for Rock Singers – But Still Isn’t in the Rock Hall

    Published: 11/27/2024

  8. Interview with Freddy Curci: How He Set a World Record with the Longest Note on a #1 Hit

    Published: 11/26/2024

  9. Interview with Johnny Rzeznik: How a Broken Guitar Led to Writing “Iris” and Saving His Career

    Published: 11/26/2024

  10. The Mystery of “Eleanor Rigby” – Paul McCartney, a Gravestone, and a Songwriting Feud

    Published: 11/25/2024

  11. How a Legendary Band Turned a Biblical Verse into an Epic 1984 Rock Classic

    Published: 11/23/2024

  12. How Steve Miller’s “The Joker” Became a #1 Hit Twice – Thanks to a Misheard Lyric

    Published: 11/22/2024

  13. The Most Underrated Classics – Songs That Deserve More Love

    Published: 11/21/2024

  14. Interview with Daryl Hall: How Hall & Oates Quietly Dominated the 80s with 21 Hits

    Published: 11/20/2024

  15. How a Babysitter Turned “The Loco-Motion” Into a #1 Hit – Again and Again

    Published: 11/18/2024

  16. The Top 5 Most Interesting Duets of the 80s – Surprising Collaborations & Unforgettable Hits

    Published: 11/16/2024

  17. How a Mysterious Gardener Inspired The Rolling Stones’ “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”

    Published: 11/15/2024

  18. How “Bette Davis Eyes” Made the Hollywood Icon Cool Again – The Story Behind the 1981 Hit

    Published: 11/14/2024

  19. The Mystery of the Most Mysterious Song on the Internet – Solved After 41 Years!

    Published: 11/13/2024

  20. Interview with Neil Finn: How “Don’t Dream It’s Over” Became One of the Most Admired Songs Ever

    Published: 11/12/2024

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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.