<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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Taboo Songs: The Most Controversial Tracks in Music History 2026-01-03
The Dire Straits Album That Tore the Knopfler Brothers Apart 2026-01-02
Who Are the Last True Musical Geniuses? A Deep Dive with Rick Beato 2026-01-01
Justin Hawkins Talks Classic Rock, Stadium Hits, and Bizarre Copyright Claims 2025-12-31
FROM THE VAULT: Paul McCartney vs. John Lennon: The War of Words After The Beatles’ Breakup 2025-12-29
Test of Time: James Taylor, Led Zeppelin, and the True Top 40 of 1970 2025-12-29
How “Last Christmas” Became a Holiday Hit—Decades After Missing #1 2025-12-28
Talk Talk’s “It’s My Life”: A Brilliant Hit from a Reclusive Genius 2025-12-28
Christmas Special: How “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” Became a Multi-Decade #1 Hit 2025-12-25
Christmas Eve Special: Johnny Mathis on “Chances Are” and His Timeless Christmas Classics 2025-12-24
Rick Beato Unplugged: A Deep Dive with Professor of Rock 2025-12-23
The Greatest Forgotten Hits of the ’70s and ’80s 2025-12-22
The Rise and Fall of Blondie: 7 Hits, Then Silence 2025-12-21
When Weird Al Said No: Sacred Songs He Refused to Skewer 2025-12-20
The Story Behind “Stacy’s Mom” by Fountains of Wayne – The One-Hit They Hated 2025-12-19
David Crosby Unfiltered: The Byrds, CSN, and the Interview That Went Off the Rails 2025-12-18
Hidden Stories of 10 Underrated ’80s Hits by Women of Rock & Pop 2025-12-17
Top 10 Underrated Rock Tracks of ’79: The Songs That Deserved More 2025-12-16
The Bizarre True Story Behind “Indian Reservation” by Paul Revere and the Raiders 2025-12-15
One and Done: 8 Rock Artists Who Lost It All After One Hit 2025-12-14
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