1388 Episodes

  1. How Rainy Days and Mondays Became a Pop Masterpiece: The Carpenters’ Journey

    Published: 2/3/2024

  2. How Faith No More’s Epic Ignited Rap Metal and Took the Band to Stardom

    Published: 2/2/2024

  3. Interview with Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons: The Story Behind Listen to the Music

    Published: 2/1/2024

  4. The Evolution of Led Zeppelin: 5 Tracks That Define the Lords of Rock

    Published: 1/31/2024

  5. I’m Not In Love: The Awkward Conversation That Sparked a 70s Classic

    Published: 1/30/2024

  6. ELO, Hidden Messages, and the 70s Satanic Panic: The Story Behind Sweet Talkin’ Woman and Fire On High

    Published: 1/29/2024

  7. Wild Thing: The Joke Song That Made Millions and Changed Rock Forever

    Published: 1/27/2024

  8. Exclusive Interview with Stewart Copeland: The Stories Behind Message in a Bottle and Walking on the Moon

    Published: 1/26/2024

  9. The Dream That Created the Rolling Stones' Satisfaction and Its Legendary Riff

    Published: 1/25/2024

  10. Interview: America on Grammy Curses, George Martin, and the Inspiration for Sister Golden Hair

    Published: 1/24/2024

  11. The Therapy Sessions and Failed Screen Test That Inspired Neil Diamond’s I Am… I Said

    Published: 1/23/2024

  12. Rejected 100 Times: How George Harrison’s Something Became a Beatles Masterpiece

    Published: 1/22/2024

  13. From Tragedy to Triumph: The Story of Def Leppard’s Adrenalize Album

    Published: 1/20/2024

  14. Time After Time: Cyndi Lauper’s Inspirational Journey to Her #1 Hit – Interview with Rob Hyman

    Published: 1/19/2024

  15. Decoding White Rabbit: Grace Slick’s Journey Through the Looking Glass

    Published: 1/18/2024

  16. The Mad Scientist of Rock: Edgar Winter on His Groundbreaking Instrumentals

    Published: 1/17/2024

  17. Jesse Colin Young on the Journey of the Youngbloods’ Get Together

    Published: 1/16/2024

  18. Ron Dante on Singing Sugar, Sugar for the Archies and Its Hidden Story

    Published: 1/15/2024

  19. How Blondie’s The Tide Is High Revived a "Hitless" Album and Made History

    Published: 1/13/2024

  20. The Story Behind Queen’s Biggest U.S. Hit: Another One Bites the Dust

    Published: 1/12/2024

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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.