1402 Episodes

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

    Published: 12/12/2023

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

    Published: 12/11/2023

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

    Published: 12/10/2023

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

    Published: 12/9/2023

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

    Published: 12/8/2023

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

    Published: 12/7/2023

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

    Published: 12/6/2023

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

    Published: 12/5/2023

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

    Published: 12/4/2023

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

    Published: 12/3/2023

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

    Published: 12/2/2023

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

    Published: 12/1/2023

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

    Published: 12/1/2023

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

    Published: 11/30/2023

  15. Revisiting 1982’s Top 10 Rock Songs and Their Legacy

    Published: 11/30/2023

  16. The Story Behind Pet Shop Boys' West End Girls and Its Journey to Becoming a Global Smash ​​

    Published: 11/29/2023

  17. Don Barnes of 38 Special on Caught Up in You and the Rivalry Behind Their Biggest Hits

    Published: 11/28/2023

  18. How Eurythmics Created Sweet Dreams and Turned Heartbreak Into a Global Smash ​

    Published: 11/27/2023

  19. The Story Behind Bow Wow Wow's I Want Candy and Its Journey as a Cultural Icon

    Published: 11/26/2023

  20. How Journey's Open Arms Went from Loathed to Loved and Became a Power Ballad Classic

    Published: 11/25/2023

31 / 71

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.