The Bert Show Shares Their Final Goodbyes

Podcast: The Bert Show
Publisher: Pionaire Podcasting
Episode Air Date: October 24, 2025

Overview

In this profoundly emotional and historic episode, The Bert Show bids farewell after 25 years on the air. Host Bert Weiss, along with co-hosts Kristin, Abby, Cassie, Tommy, and the extended cast, gather for a series of heartfelt goodbyes, reminiscing about the journey, the sacrifices, and the legacy they've built together. Core team members, family, and close friends share candid stories, gratitude, regrets, and pride for what became Atlanta's most beloved morning show—a celebration of laughter, realness, and connection. This episode is a tapestry of vulnerable, unscripted moments from the entire Bert Show community, demonstrating the lasting impact of the show on its team, listeners, and the city itself.

Key Discussion Points & Notable Moments

1. Opening Reflections with Bert and Stacy (Bert's Ex-Wife)

[01:07–09:24]

• Stacy's Gratitude & Reflection: Stacy opens up about their early beginnings, the sacrifices of family for Bert’s career, and her pride at being part of the show's legacy.

  • Notable Quote (Stacy, 03:26):
    "You never, ever, ever varied from who your audience was. You always delivered to them. It was always about them."
  • Discusses the blending of family with the show, the challenges, eventual personal sacrifices, and the enduring gratitude for their shared journey.

• Bert’s Response: Recognizes Stacy’s critical role in his career, managing behind-the-scenes logistics, contracts, and championing the non-profit “Bert’s Big Adventure.”

  • Notable Quote (Bert, 06:32):
    "Stacy made me as good as I could be at this because she handled everything else... she let me be the best Bert."
  • Emotional acknowledgment of shared grief, pride, and moving forward.

2. Appreciating the Families Behind The Team

Renee (Tommy’s Wife)

[09:31–18:34]

• Shares how The Bert Show allowed her and Tommy to build a family in Atlanta, including a touching anecdote about a handwritten welcome card from Bert she’s kept in her wallet for nearly 15 years.
• Expresses deep familial bonds, gratitude for life’s sacred moments, and unwavering support for Tommy and the show.

Bert’s Sons: Hayden and Hollis

[20:36–32:58]

• Hayden: Jokes about being the “original Bert Show kid,” reflects on Bert’s work ethic, sacrifices, and influence on his aspiration to entertain.
  • Powerful Star Wars analogy (Hayden, 27:33): "You come into Atlanta, that's like you looking off at the two suns—and now, you literally get to look at two sons."
• Hollis: Shares nerves and excitement for the next phase, heartfelt appreciation for Bert’s role as a father and public figure.
  • Memorable Story (Hollis, 30:26): Story about a listener using The Bert Show to learn English, underlining Bert’s quiet, widespread impact.

3. Tributes from Friends, Partners, and Long-Time Colleagues

Johnny (Bert’s Best Friend)

[34:07–39:17]

• Offers a humorous walk down memory lane, from gluing a plastic alligator on a Datsun to being inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.
  • Quote (Johnny, 38:12): "Nobody bet on themselves more than you and then used their platform and influence to help and improve the lives of the people in their community as much as you did."

Amanda (Bert’s Fiancée)

[39:18–45:29]

• Acknowledges the whole Bert Show team as the foundation for Bert’s success, celebrates Stacy for her role, and lauds Bert’s talent for nurturing others.
  • Quote (Amanda, 42:54): "You're not losing your voice... you have a God-given voice that is powerful and profound, and it will be heard."
• Bert credits Amanda with helping him become more authentic and for inspiring his next chapter.

4. Team and Staff Farewells

Tracy (Founding Intern, Operations)

[46:13–51:58]

• Reflects on dedicating over half her life to the show, the family and personal milestones that intertwined with her career.
  • Quote (Tracy, 47:12):
    "I've spent more than half my life on this show. I was 22, right out of college… It's given me everything."
• Recognized as the "glue" and unofficial therapist of the show.

Youth Group & Current Cast (Mikey, Amber, Jackson, Rebecca, Katie)

[52:25–81:00]

• Mikey: Recalls awkward internship beginnings, gratitude for being allowed to grow and fail, and appreciating Bert's mentorship.
• Amber: Shares her vulnerability over losing her mother during her tenure, crediting the team—and Bert in particular—for literally saving her life.
  • Quote (Amber, 59:24): "You guys, you didn't just save my life. You literally saved my life."
• Jackson: Celebrates embracing a dream he never expected to realize, thanks to Bert and Cassie, and speaks to the impact of supportive management.
• Rebecca: Formerly a shy listener, describes her journey from fan to team member, and credits the show with giving her a creative voice and courage.
• Katie: Relives being referred by Kristin for her initial role, the surprise of how real and loving the team is, and her personal/professional growth.

Tommy (Producer)

[81:00–90:53]

• Narrates his own radio journey, being inspired as a child, intercontinental career moves, and finally finding a "forever" show with Bert.
  • Memorable Moment: Gift of a radio from childhood, symbolizing his lifelong radio dream.

Amy (Business Manager)

[91:33–93:15]

• Shares a candid, understated thanks for the years behind the scenes, emphasizing the support system that keeps the show running.

5. Co-Hosts & Core Team: Final Goodbyes

Abby, Cassie, Kristin

[93:23–120:05]

• Abby: Overcomes self-doubt, finds belonging, and credits the show with deeply healing her, encapsulating many listeners’ experiences of acceptance and finding their place.
• Cassie: Reflects on personal growth, friendship, and validation found through the show, highlighting the contagious authenticity and trust Bert fostered.
• Kristin: Shares the catharsis of preparing these final shows; recognizes the unique platform to support and connect people, from handling personal grief on-air to creating shared moments that resonated citywide.
  • Quote (Kristin, 110:26): "...Radio isn't who you are. It's what you do, right? But this isn't a job—it's a part of who I am.”

6. Bert’s Closing Reflections

[120:13–133:10]

• Struggles to encapsulate 25 years of gratitude, but ultimately finds pride and joy in the connections built, the audience served, and the legacy left.
  • Notable Quote (Bert, 128:28):
    "I'm so filled with pride, and I'm so thankful for all you guys... Thank you for 25 years."
• Acknowledges the sacrifices, the transformation of colleagues into family, and the deep, lasting impact on listeners.
• Reiterates joy and peace in ending on his terms, looking ahead to new adventures with Amanda.

Notable Quotes & Emotional High Points

• "You have created this incredible community... people who are generous and kind."
  —Hayden (27:56)

• "You should be thanking yourself and being so incredibly proud of yourself... all those 4ams were worth it."
  —Hollis (30:26)

• "This show made people feel like they weren’t alone on hard paths—that’s why it mattered."
  —Kristin (110:24)

• "I am proud of myself, and I am proud of this. I am so proud you guys are crying over each other today—we created this beautiful thing."
  —Bert (124:38)

• "You never know what simple sentence, what, hello, can change somebody’s life."
  —Cassie (107:19)

Timestamps to Key Segments

• 01:07–09:24: Opening goodbyes with Stacy (Bert's ex-wife)
• 09:31–18:34: Renee (Tommy’s wife), family sacrifices, community-building
• 20:36–32:58: Bert’s sons Hayden and Hollis; family reflections
• 34:07–39:17: Best friend Johnny’s retrospective
• 39:18–45:29: Amanda, Bert’s fiancée, speaks to legacy and next chapters
• 46:13–51:58: Tracy, founding team member, on legacy and longevity
• 52:25–81:00: Current cast youth group, producer Tommy, and operations staff
• 93:23–120:05: Abby, Cassie, Kristin, and heartfelt closing words
• 120:13–end: Bert’s final thoughts, gratitude, and farewell

Tone & Atmosphere

The tone is deeply heartfelt, raw, nostalgic, and often humorous—true to the show’s long-standing blend of authenticity and levity. There are frequent moments of laughter through tears, impromptu jokes breaking up emotional confessions, and an emphasis on gratitude, vulnerability, and togetherness.

Conclusion

The Bert Show Shares Their Final Goodbyes is less an ending, more a celebration of everything the cast, crew, and their audience built together over a quarter-century. It is a patchwork of gratitude, vulnerability, love, and bittersweet pride—a fitting finale for a radio institution that became so much more than just a morning show. The episode is not merely a goodbye, but a reminder to its listeners: connection, authenticity, and kindness resonate far beyond the airwaves.