The "Birthday Bash" had proven that Sirius XM was a destination for A-list talent. Unlike the restrictive terrestrial days, where celebrity interviews were often rushed or censored, the 2009 shows saw a relaxed Howard. He was a man who had survived the move to satellite and come out the other side not just intact, but thriving.
: On May 11, 2009, Gary "Baba Booey" Dell'Abate threw what became a legendary "flubbed pitch" at a Mets game . The aftermath, including the crew's relentless mockery and Gary's attempt to "save face," is a staple of the 2009 archive. Wack Pack & Staff Conflicts : Howard Stern Archive 2009