1388 Episodes

  1. Livin’ on a Prayer, Wanted Dead or Alive, and the Journey Behind Slippery When Wet

    Published: 12/19/2023

  2. Did the Beatles Invent Heavy Metal with Helter Skelter? The Story Behind the Song

    Published: 12/18/2023

  3. How Three Dog Night Turned Harry Nilsson’s "One" into a Timeless Classic

    Published: 12/16/2023

  4. Why Rush’s "Limelight" Is One of Rock’s Greatest Compositions

    Published: 12/15/2023

  5. David Gates’ Journey from Soft Rock Icon to a Life Out of the Spotlight

    Published: 12/14/2023

  6. From Rock Bottom to Radio Dominance: Aerosmith’s Iconic Comeback

    Published: 12/13/2023

  7. The Story Behind Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire: A History Lesson in a Song

    Published: 12/12/2023

  8. When Paul Rodgers Teamed Up with Jimmy Page for The Firm’s Radioactive

    Published: 12/11/2023

  9. How Creedence Clearwater Revival Outsold The Beatles with Fortunate Son in 1969

    Published: 12/10/2023

  10. The Enigma of Question Mark and the #1 Hit 96 Tears

    Published: 12/9/2023

  11. How Prince Took Back "Kiss" and Turned It Into a Funky #1 Hit

    Published: 12/8/2023

  12. Kiss and the Ballad They Didn’t Want: The Saga of "Beth"

    Published: 12/7/2023

  13. Interview with Stephen Bishop: The Stories Behind "Separate Lives" and "It Might Be You"

    Published: 12/6/2023

  14. The Iconic Bagpipes and Bon Scott: The Story Behind AC/DC’s "It’s a Long Way to the Top"

    Published: 12/5/2023

  15. How Wham! Created the Holiday Classic "Last Christmas" Amid a Charity Challenge

    Published: 12/4/2023

  16. How a Mistake Made Loverboy’s "Working for the Weekend" a Rock Anthem

    Published: 12/3/2023

  17. Led Zeppelin’s "Fool in the Rain": The Band’s Final Gamble

    Published: 12/2/2023

  18. "Tainted Love" and the British Invasion of the 80s: Soft Cell’s Iconic Hit

    Published: 12/1/2023

  19. The Story Behind Simon & Garfunkel's Iconic Hit "Mrs. Robinson"

    Published: 12/1/2023

  20. Interview: Dennis DeYoung on His Solo Hit "Desert Moon" and the End of Styx

    Published: 11/30/2023

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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.