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Former Howard Stern Show Alums David Race and Jackie Martling Reunite for Interview

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An exclusive hour-long Monstrosity interview featuring Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling, former head writer for The Howard Stern Show, has been released by podcast host David Race.

“This episode is a journey through that time from inside the Stern Show. It is funny, detailed, and brutally honest stories from people who were actually there.”— David Race, Host of MonstrosityLOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — A special full-length episode of the Signal Award-winning podcast Monstrosity has been published by its host, David Race, who is both a former Howard Stern Show personality and an award-winning podcast creator. The episode features legendary comedian Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling, previously the head writer on the Stern Show. This landmark conversation is accessible across all major streaming services.

Captured as a candid, insider-to-insider discussion, the installment reunites the two broadcast veterans to reflect on the late-1980s K-Rock era of The Howard Stern Show. Race, who was part of the program in 1987, and Martling offer an uncommon backstage perspective on the culture, pressures, and interpersonal relationships that defined one of radio’s most iconic periods.

“This episode is a genuine journey back through that time from inside the Stern Show environment,” remarked host David Race. “It is funny, detailed, and brutally honest—sharing authentic stories from people who were actually in the room.”

Race, a seasoned major-market rock radio personality and stand-up comedian, has transformed Monstrosity into a celebrated entertainment platform recognized for high-profile celebrity dialogues and compelling host chemistry.

The full episode can be streamed on the official site at https://MonstrosityPodcast.com, as well as on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

About David Race & Monstrosity
David Race is a professional talk talent, stand-up comedian, and former major-market radio personality whose on-air credits include WBAB in Long Island and WMMR in Philadelphia. He is the creator and host of Monstrosity, a Signal Award-winning podcast recognized for its celebrity interviews and talk-driven entertainment. For more information, visit https://DavidRace.com.

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