The Sopranos

On The Howard Stern Show (HSS), discussions about The Sopranos usually revolved around how groundbreaking the show was as a portrayal of mob life mixed with family drama. The show was often praised for its dark humor, complex characters (especially Tony Soprano, played by James Gandolfini), and its raw, unfiltered storytelling. Stern and his staff have commented on the series' impact on TV, its controversial moments, and the iconic "cut-to-black" ending, which became one of the most debated finales in television history. The show’s mix of therapy sessions and brutal mob violence was a common topic of analysis.