Professor of Rock, hosted by music historian Adam Reader, covers the stories behind classic rock songs, interviews with musicians, and countdowns. The show has 1,000 episodes in its feed, released roughly every two days, with a median length of about 31 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, implying a rate of roughly $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Daily classic rock stories reaching a nostalgic, music-loving audience across 1,000 episodes
- Over 1,000 episodes published roughly every two days, giving a sponsor frequent placements.
- Episodes run about 31 minutes median, long enough for a host-read mid-roll with room for context.
- 221 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.9 average signal an engaged, loyal listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- countdown list, interview, narrative
- Tone
- nostalgic, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 28 to 36 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Gamut Podcast Network
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the feed names Gamut Podcast Network as owner and publisher only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles reference true crime stories and celebrity failures ('Halloween Countdown: The Darkest True Crime Stories in Rock History') but none are explicit; feed flags explicit=0.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | art19.com/shows/professor-of-rock |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1805000392 |
| RSS feed | feeds.hubbardpodcasts.com/chi/professorofrock |
Benchmark score: 79 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Bands That Should Have Been Bigger: The Stories Behind EMF, Tonic & | 2026-10-17 | 34 min |
| FROM THE VAULT: Narada Michael Walden on Producing Whitney Houston & P | 2026-10-13 | 18 min |
| Top 10 Worst Celebrity Music Projects: Corey Feldman, Hulk Hogan, Eddi | 2026-10-12 | 34 min |
| Top 10 Greatest Cover Songs of All Time: Joe Cocker, Johnny Cash, Elvi | 2026-10-11 | 35 min |
| 7 Songs That Saved Lives: The Incredible Stories of Pearl Jam, Foo Fig | 2026-10-09 | 34 min |
| The Greatest Hits of 1973 That Never Made #1: A Classic Rock Countdown | 2026-10-07 | 31 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
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,…
About Professor of Rock
Professor of Rock is a music history podcast hosted by Adam Reader, a music historian and self-described superfan, according to the show description on Art19. The show explores the stories behind classic rock songs, including behind-the-scenes accounts, countdown lists, and interviews with musicians, with a strong focus on the 1970s and 1980s.
The feed lists 1,000 episodes, released about every two days, with a median episode length of roughly 31 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 221 ratings averaging 4.9 out of 5, though download figures are not published and the audience estimate of 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode is inferred from those signals. The listening audience is estimated to skew toward listeners aged 35 and older and toward men.
The feed shows no sponsors so far. Based on estimated downloads, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $90 to $625 per episode, a figure that suggests the show suits small music and audio brands looking for a steady, nostalgic audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Professor of Rock can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Professor of Rock
How much does Professor of Rock charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Exact rates are set by the show and not published in the feed.
What is Professor of Rock about?
Professor of Rock is a rock music history podcast hosted by Adam Reader. Episodes cover the stories behind classic songs, countdown lists, and interviews with musicians from the 1970s and 1980s.
How do I contact Professor of Rock about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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