Professor of Rock 

<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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Title	Date published
How Fine Young Cannibals Ruled 1989 with The Raw & The Cooked Before Vanishing	2022-09-03
Interview: How a DJ’s Surprise Spin Launched The Doobie Brothers’ “Black Water” to #1	2022-09-02
How The Cure’s “Boys Don’t Cry” Became a New Wave Classic and a Protest Anthem	2022-09-01
How Chris Cornell’s “Black Hole Sun” Became Soundgarden’s Biggest Hit Against His Expectations	2022-08-31
Interview: Mike Score on How A Flock of Seagulls Created the Timeless “Space Age Love Song”	2022-08-30
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1985: A Flawless Chart That Defined the Decade	2022-08-27
Celebrating Olivia Newton-John: The Beloved Icon Who Defined the 70s & 80s	2022-08-26
How Weird Al Yankovic’s “Fat” Saved His Career and Became an MTV Sensation	2022-08-24
Interview: How Aretha Franklin & George Michael Created the Iconic #1 Duet “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”	2022-08-23
How Pink Floyd’s Time and The Great Gig in the Sky Keep Dark Side of the Moon Timeless	2022-08-20
How Led Zeppelin’s “D’yer Mak’er” Confused Fans and Became Their Most Mispronounced Hit	2022-08-19
Interview: Jack Tempchin on Writing Glenn Frey’s “The One You Love” and Their Post-Eagles Hits	2022-08-18
Interview: Otis Williams on How “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg” Pushed David Ruffin to Perfection	2022-08-17
Interview: Mickey Thomas & Narada Michael Walden on How “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” Became a #1 Hit	2022-08-16
How Red Hot Chili Peppers’ One Hot Minute Became the Forgotten Album in Their History	2022-08-13
How Bloodrock’s “D.O.A.” Became One of the Most Banned and Disturbing Hits of the 70s	2022-08-12
Interview: Ann Wilson on How Heart’s “Alone” Revived Their Career with the Greatest Scream of the 80s	2022-08-11
Interview: How Vanilla Fudge Transformed “You Keep Me Hangin’ On” into the Definitive Rock Version	2022-08-10
Interview: Cy Curnin on The Fixx’s “Saved By Zero” and the Controversy Over Its Famous Ad Use	2022-08-09
How Motörhead’s “Ace of Spades” Cemented Lemmy as a Rock Icon Like No Other	2022-08-05

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