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Rock 'n' Roll Grad School

Hosted by Heidi Hedquist/Luke Poling · music · EN-US

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Does the world really need another music podcast? Yes, it needs this one.Rock ‘n’ Roll Grad School brings audiences along on a ride that feels like a late-night conversation on a tour bus traveling to the next gig.

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Booking probability

35%

Guest openness

Selective

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What is Rock 'n' Roll Grad School about?

Does the world really need another music podcast? Yes, it needs this one. Rock ‘n’ Roll Grad School brings audiences along on a ride that feels like a late-night conversation on a tour bus traveling to the next gig.

Who hosts Rock 'n' Roll Grad School?

Rock 'n' Roll Grad School is hosted by Heidi Hedquist/Luke Poling. The show has published 291 episodes to date.

What has Rock 'n' Roll Grad School covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #291 Spare Parts 81" (28 October 2026, 47 minutes), "Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #290 Harry Waters" (21 October 2026, 42 minutes), and "Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #289 The Rocky Horror Picture Show's Barry Bostwick" (23 September 2026, 34 minutes).

How often does Rock 'n' Roll Grad School publish?

Rock 'n' Roll Grad School publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 291 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Rock 'n' Roll Grad School?

Booking probability for Rock 'n' Roll Grad School is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rock 'n' Roll Grad School requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rock 'n' Roll Grad School's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Rock 'n' Roll Grad School?

The strongest fits for Rock 'n' Roll Grad School are Music & Recording. Rock 'n' Roll Grad School has a music audience and around 300 subscribers on YouTube.

About the host

Heidi Hedquist/Luke Poling hosts Rock 'n' Roll Grad School, a music podcast with 291 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #291

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #291 Spare Parts 81

    Oct 28, 202647 minS1

    Friends since college, Bob and Jim started writing songs together shortly after meeting. And they haven't stopped since. Using AI to orchestrate their work, their band Spare Parts 81 is offering their music to listeners...

  • Episode #290

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #290 Harry Waters

    Oct 21, 202642 minS1

    We first became aware of the work of Harry Waters by seeing him play with Les Claypool and the Claypool Lennon Delirium. Starting next year, Harry is taking to the road with his own band, performing the music of Pink...

  • Episode #289

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #289 The Rocky Horror Picture Show's Barry Bostwick

    Sep 23, 202634 minS1

    This week, we visit our sister show, Why? and talk about one of the most popular movie musicals of all time. How can you not love The Rocky Horror Picture Show ? And, even though he's not everyone's favorite, how can...

  • Episode #288

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #288 Night Laser

    Sep 16, 202638 minS1

    Do you like hard rock and metal? You'll love Night Laser. The Hamburg-based band is just about to release their 5th full-length record. For more information, you can check out the band's website . Plus, we have a...

  • Episode #287

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #287 Legs McNeil

    Sep 9, 202639 minS1

    Legs McNeil is a writer who was there for many great moments in the history of music. Now, the co-author of "Please Kill Me," is telling his own story with "Resident Punk." It's a blast. For more information, check out...

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  • Episode #286

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #286 Vered Benhorin

    Sep 2, 202641 minS1

    Vered Benhorin writes songs for families and her latest album is a collaboration with her son. "Adorable You" is a unique collaboration and children's music for people who don't like children's music. For more...

  • Episode #285

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #285- Joyous Wolf

    Aug 26, 202633 minS1

    Joyous Wolf is rock and roll. Their debut record just came out and it is a blast. We talked with their guitarist Blake Allard. For more information, check out their website .

  • Episode #284

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #284- Kamelot

    Aug 19, 202632 minS1

    To listen to a Kamelot record is to go on a journey. And their new record, "Dark Asylum," is a new approach to the storytelling that fans have come to love. We sat down with founding member Thomas Youngblood. For more...

  • Episode #283

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #283- Audrey Horne

    Aug 12, 202631 minS2

    First, there's the name. It's great. Let's get that out of the way. And then there's the new record from this band called Audrey Horne. It's great too. For more information, follow them on Facebook .

  • Episode #282

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #282- Mike Vos

    Aug 5, 202638 minS1

    Mike Vos is a photographer and musician. His first album "A Thin Wall of Vellum" is coming out next month. We talked with Mike about his music and his photography and where the two intersect. For more information and to...

  • Episode #281

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #281- Primus' John Hoffman

    Jul 29, 202638 minS1

    This week we sit down with Primus drummer John Hoffman. Hoffer got the job after being selected among thousands of applicants for the job and going through the band's interstellar drum derby. For more information about...

  • Episode #280

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #280- Hannah Wicklund

    Jul 22, 202633 minS1

    Musician Hannah Wicklund is truly coming into her own with her new record, "War on Women," out next month. We talked with her about the fight to control her music and the power she has found from the people all around...

  • Episode #279

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #279- Do What You Fear Most- Richie Unterberger on the Velvet Underground

    Jul 15, 202649 minS1

    Richie Unterberger has written maybe the definitive biography of the Velvet Underground. Clearly, we're fans. We talked with Richie about the writing of the book and the vast amounts of research he did to put it all...

  • Episode #277

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #277- Wayne Gerard is back!

    Jun 24, 202635 minS1

    This week we sit down again with guitarist to talk about the upcoming Outlaw Country Festival dates he's playing as a member of Don Was' Pan Detroit Ensemble. Plus, we talk about Wayne's new music project, Big Tent. For...

  • Episode #276

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #276- Sly and the Family Stone's Jerry Martini

    Jun 10, 202631 minS1

    Jerry Martini has had a fascinating career. He helped put together Sly and the Family Stone. He's played with Prince. He's still touring with the Family Stone Band. For more information and tour dates, check out their...

  • Episode #275

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #275- Tesla's Dave Rude

    Jun 3, 202638 minS1

    This week we sit down with Tesla guitarist Dave Rude to talk about the new album, "Homage" and the summer tour with Motley Crue and Extreme. The record is out on July 17th, coincidentally, the same date the tour kicks...

  • Episode #274

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #274- The Question

    May 27, 202633 minS1

    The Question are LA power pop royalty. After being unavailable on-line, their three EPs are now streaming and available to purchase on BandCamp. (And in even better news, there's more music coming soon!) For more...

  • Episode #273

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #273- Producer Robert Margouleff

    May 20, 202646 minS1

    Robert Margouleff has some amazing stories to tell. From his early days pushing the limits of synthesizers and what sounds you could create, to working with Stevie Wonder to create some of the best music, not only of...

  • Episode #272

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #272- Big D and the Kids Table

    May 13, 202640 minS1

    Big D and the Kids Table have been turning out their brand of ska for sometime now. And their newest record The Good Ole American Saturday Night is coming out June 12th. We sat down with lead singer David McWane to talk...

  • Episode #271

    Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #271- Mad Tab

    May 6, 202638 minS1

    The hardcore punk/ska band from southern California Mad Tab has new music coming out after a hiatus. We sit down with the band to discuss the long hard journey to a new record.

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