A freelance journalist who is a fan of controversial radio "shock jock" Howard Stern treats him as a crusader for First Amendment free speech rights in the footsteps of Lenny Bruce and the Smothers Brothers. Mintzler traces Stern's career from a morning radio personality at a rock station to his syndicated radio show, Sirius Satellite Radio, and Howard TV. Applying his master's degree in psychology, the author provides insights into the dissociation between Stern's professional and personal persona. Intended for high school and public library readers, the biography includes a timeline, photos, and further reading. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)