The duo continued their reign of terror with public pranks, including a notable incident where they were caught making out in the background of a live news report.
The 2009 archive is a goldmine for "classic" Stern Show chaos involving the and the back-office staff:
A breaking point occurred when Howard deadpanned that he had seen no improvement in Artie’s performance, leading to a somber on-air discussion about Artie's mental health and need for counseling. Howard Stern Archive 2009
She appeared in June to discuss her highly publicized divorce settlement and family life. Key Bits and Staff Antics
One of the most infamous "gross-out" stories in show history, involving a mess in the SiriusXM hallways that haunted the program director for years. The duo continued their reign of terror with
In December 2009, the show premiered Act III of this massive audio documentary, which digitized decades of tapes and covered Howard’s rise to "King of All Media". Show Rundown: Howard Stern
In what would become his final appearance as a series regular, Lange arrived at the studio severely intoxicated. Management sent him home mid-show, and he was granted an indefinite leave of absence that ultimately became a permanent split. Notable Interviews and Guests Key Bits and Staff Antics One of the
Despite the internal turmoil, the 2009 archives feature some of the show's most memorable celebrity interactions. Stern was in the midst of his evolution from "shock jock" to the premier long-form interviewer he is known as today.
Howard Stern Archive 2009: The Year the "Artie Era" Ended The captures a pivotal turning point in the history of The Howard Stern Show . Often described by fans as the twilight of the show's "Golden Era" on satellite radio, 2009 was a year defined by high-stakes drama, legendary comedy bits, and the tragic professional unraveling of a core cast member. The Departure of Artie Lange