1381 Episodes

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

    Published: 5/7/2025

  2. #1 Hits, Career Risks, and the Coolest Song Ever: The Ultimate 80s Countdown

    Published: 5/5/2025

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

    Published: 5/4/2025

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

    Published: 5/3/2025

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

    Published: 5/2/2025

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

    Published: 4/30/2025

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

    Published: 4/29/2025

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

    Published: 4/28/2025

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

    Published: 4/27/2025

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

    Published: 4/26/2025

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

    Published: 4/25/2025

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

    Published: 4/24/2025

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

    Published: 4/23/2025

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

    Published: 4/22/2025

  15. From Food Stamps to Fame: The Woman Behind Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September”

    Published: 4/21/2025

  16. How a Teen Wrote the MAS*H Theme and Made TV Music History

    Published: 4/19/2025

  17. From “I Got You” to MTV: The Story of Split Enz with Neil Finn

    Published: 4/18/2025

  18. Drama, Betrayal, and a Surprise Hit: Inside Fleetwood Mac’s Final Days

    Published: 4/17/2025

  19. The Driving Songs That Made History (and Caused Speeding Tickets)

    Published: 4/16/2025

  20. The Wild Origins of Bridge Over Troubled Water, All Right Now & More Rock Classics

    Published: 4/15/2025

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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.