The beginnings of Mark Pope reveal a lot about the coach of today. from the records of the Herald-Leader.

[The Howard Stern Show theme music plays in the background as the studio audience cheers wildly.]

Howard Stern: “Hey now! Welcome, welcome, welcome to The Howard Stern Show! I’m your host, the King of All

Media, the Sultan of Sarcasm, the Master of the Microphone, Howard Stern! And today, folks, we’ve got a show

unlike any other. But before we dive into the madness, I’ve got some news. Yeah, you heard it right. I’ve got

something to say, and it’s not just another wacky bit or a celebrity interview. No, this is big. This is huge. This is

earth-shattering. So, buckle up, my friends, because Howard Stern has got something to tell ya.

You know, I’ve been doing this for a long time. A damn long time. And let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. From the

early days of radio rebellion to the groundbreaking years at SiriusXM, we’ve laughed, we’ve cried, we’ve shocked the

hell out of people. But after all these years, after all the craziness, after all the unforgettable moments… it’s time.

That’s right, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, aliens and freaks of all kinds, Howard Stern is hanging up the

headphones. That’s it, folks. Retirement is calling my name, and I’ve decided to answer. Now, before you start

throwing things at your radio or screaming obscenities at your phone, hear me out.

I’ve loved every damn minute of this journey. The laughs, the controversies, the downright insanity of it all. But you

know what? There comes a time when even the King needs to take a step back, smell the roses, maybe even do a little

gardening. Yeah, imagine that, Howard Stern with a damn shovel in his hand.

But fear not, my loyal listeners. This isn’t goodbye forever. Nah, I couldn’t leave you hanging like that. I’ll still be

around, popping up here and there, maybe crashing a few parties or causing a ruckus at the supermarket. You never know where the King might show up next.

So, let’s make these last shows count, shall we? Let’s push the boundaries one more time, raise some hell, and leave

’em talking for years to come. Because that’s what we do best, isn’t it? We shock. We entertain. We make people question their sanity.

So, here’s to the end of an era, my friends. Howard Stern, signing off… for now. But remember, the legend lives on. Peace, love, and endless dirty jokes. Stay tuned, you crazy bastards!”

[The studio audience erupts into a mix of cheers, applause, and a few tears as the theme music fades out, leaving a moment of silence to soak in the announcement.]