1403 Episodo

  1. Almost #1: The Iconic Female Hits of the ’70s That Deserved More

    Publicado: 20/9/2025
  2. FROM THE VAULT: The 70s Rock Anthem That Became the Most Requested Song of All Time!

    Publicado: 19/9/2025
  3. From Road Noise to Rock Radio: The Unbelievable Birth of a Classic Track

    Publicado: 18/9/2025
  4. 1981’s Greatest Rock Songs You Never Heard on the Charts

    Publicado: 17/9/2025
  5. FROM THE VAULT: How Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” Became a #1 Hit Decades Later Thanks to Stranger Things

    Publicado: 16/9/2025
  6. The Best of the Rest: 8 Classic TV Themes We Missed the First Time

    Publicado: 15/9/2025
  7. Queen’s “Killer Queen”: The Song That Finally Made Them Famous

    Publicado: 14/9/2025
  8. When Rock Legends Messed Up and Made History — 7 Iconic Mistakes Turned Hits

    Publicado: 13/9/2025
  9. How JD Souther Helped Create the Eagles’ Smash “Heartache Tonight”

    Publicado: 12/9/2025
  10. How Pat Benatar’s “We Belong” Became One of the ’80s Most Enduring Anthems

    Publicado: 11/9/2025
  11. Top 10 One-Hit Wonder Solo Acts from Famous Bands

    Publicado: 10/9/2025
  12. 10 Rock Classics from 1976 That Never Hit the Top 40

    Publicado: 9/9/2025
  13. How Loss and Heartbreak Shaped The Pretenders’ ’80s Classic “Back on the Chain Gang”

    Publicado: 8/9/2025
  14. Tiny Tim’s Onstage Death and Other Shocking Stories of Rock’s Worst Acts

    Publicado: 7/9/2025
  15. How “Bad to the Bone” Became a Pop Culture Anthem Without Hitting the Charts

    Publicado: 6/9/2025
  16. Chicago’s “Hard Habit to Break”: Bill Champlin on the Joke That Made a Classic

    Publicado: 5/9/2025
  17. Bon Jovi’s Anthem That Almost Got Away: The True Story of “Livin’ on a Prayer”

    Publicado: 4/9/2025
  18. Countdown: The 10 Most Iconic Rock Albums from Rock’s Greatest Year

    Publicado: 3/9/2025
  19. FROM THE VAULT: How Creedence Clearwater Revival Dominated Then Disappeared: The Story of "Have You Ever Seen the Rain"

    Publicado: 2/9/2025
  20. Songs You Know, Stories You Don’t: The Wild Truth Behind 4 Classic Hits

    Publicado: 1/9/2025

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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.

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