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Professor of Rock

Professor of Rock

Gamut Podcast Network

1,648 episodesEN

Show overview

Professor of Rock has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 1,648 episodes, alongside 56 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 620 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 19 min and 24 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 144 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 351 episodes published. Published by Gamut Podcast Network.

Episodes
1,648
Running
2016–2026 · 10y
Median length
22 min
Cadence
Several per week

From the publisher

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.

The Women Who Inspired Rock Classics: Top 10 Femme Fatale Songs

Jun 28, 202634 min

The True Story of Player’s #1 Hit “Baby Come Back”

Jun 27, 202620 min

Bob Seger’s “Old Time Rock and Roll”: The Accidental Guitar Hero and the Hit Nobody Expected

Jun 26, 202621 min

How The Byrds Changed Music Forever with “Mr. Tambourine Man”

Jun 25, 202634 min

Rock & Roll True Crime: The Dark Stories Behind Mariah Carey, The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd & Dave Navarro

Jun 24, 202630 min

1981’s Greatest Songs Countdown: Stevie Nicks, Quarterflash, Alan Parsons Project and a Beatles Reunion

Jun 22, 202633 min

Punchline Countdown: 5 Music Stars Mocked by Pop Culture Despite Gold & Platinum Success

Jun 20, 202632 min

The Story Behind Frankie Valli’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and His Risky Solo Breakthrough

Jun 19, 202618 min

Rock’s Most Dysfunctional Families: The Kinks, Heart & 4 More Legendary Sibling Rivalries

Jun 18, 202631 min

Weird Al Yankovic Reveals the Stories Behind His Greatest Parodies, From Michael Jackson to Nirvana

Jun 17, 202631 min

FROM THE VAULT: Peter Frampton Turned Procrastination into a Historic Success

Jun 16, 202622 min

The Songs That Ruled 1989: Roxette’s Surprise #1, Sheriff’s Comeback & Aerosmith’s Revival

Jun 15, 202635 min

Mark Slaughter on “Fly to the Angels” and the Loss That Changed Everything

Jun 14, 202620 min

Rock’s Greatest Vault Songs: The Hits That Never Got Released

Jun 13, 202635 min

Double-Cross! The Wildest Betrayals in Music History

Jun 11, 202632 min

The Story Behind Tommy James’ “Draggin’ the Line” and His Near-Death Collapse

Jun 10, 202618 min

FROM THE VAULT: How Pearl Jam’s “Daughter” Became a #1 Hit Despite Their Rejection of Fame

Jun 9, 202621 min

Countdown: The Greatest Hits of 1977 and the Stories Behind Them

Jun 8, 202628 min

Top 10 Times Rock Stars Sabotaged Their Careers, Concerts, and Hit Songs

Jun 7, 202630 min

Is Journey's Steve Perry the G.O.A.T...? The Professor of Rock and Black Pegasus Discuss!

Jun 6, 202634 min
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