<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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A Tribute to Dan Fogelberg – The Unsung Hero of ’70s and ’80s Songwriting
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2025-07-04
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From Steely Dan to the Doobie Brothers: The Origins of ‘What a Fool Believes’
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2025-07-03
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The Craziest One-Hit Wonder Stories in Rock History
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2025-07-02
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FROM THE VAULT: How The Beatles’ “A Day in the Life” Redefined Rock Music Forever
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2025-07-01
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Alice Cooper’s Most Controversial Hit: The True Story of “School’s Out”
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2025-06-30
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Countdown: The Greatest Rock Songs of 1990 and the Stories Behind Them
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2025-06-29
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Guilty Pleasures Countdown: The Songs We Secretly Love to Sing
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2025-06-28
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How Eagles Became Rock Icons: Producer Bill Szymczyk Tells All
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2025-06-27
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Inside the Greatest Supergroup Ever: The Untold Story of “We Are the World”
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2025-06-26
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Van Halen, The Beatles & More: The Most Misunderstood Songs in Rock History
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2025-06-25
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1968’s Greatest Songs: Janis, Otis, The Beatles, and a Chilling Surprise
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2025-06-24
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FROM THE VAULT: Why Beastie Boys Hated Their Own Hit "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party)
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2025-06-23
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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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