Man of the Hour

Howard Stern hosts the Howard Stern Show, which is broadcasted daily on Satellite radio. For years, he has filled his show with highly controversial issues, and he never fails to shock people with his brutally honest opinions. Although his show is controversial, he remains one of the highest paid radio personalities and has made a name for himself in the broadcasting industry.
Not knowing a lot about him, I did a little research and found that Howard Stern was elected to Time Magazine’s: The People who shape our world, he is one of the most influential celebrities in the world, coming in at #7 on the Forbes 2006 Celebrity 100. So I began to wonder how a man with such a controversial show can be so influential. After much contemplation, I concluded that he remains so popular because he isn’t afraid to take risks. He addresses issues that are often overlooked and his humor appeals to many people. He is a smart businessman when it comes to the broadcasting world and knowing what the listeners like to hear. Yet, his move from FM to Satellite radio was not a wise decision. Although he has a strong fan base, few were willing to make the move with him, which hurt his ratings. Although he has weaker ratings, his shows filled with unruly humor and contentious topics continue to be popular. He has set a mark in the broadcasting industry and paved the way to a more open-minded audience. Howard Stern was able to make the radio a strong medium for communications through his controversial program. Although he’s had a tough transition from FM to Satellite radio, Howard Stern still remains extremely popular on the radio and extremely influential in the broadcasting world.