LOS ANGELES — Barack Obama helped Marc Maron lock the gates on his podcast Monday, returning to the show for the final episode after 16 years and more than 1,600 episodes.

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Barack Obama has helped Marc Maron close out his podcast, "WTF With Marc Maron," after 16 years and over 1,600 episodes

Obama first appeared on the show a decade ago and joined Maron for the final episode released on Monday

The two talked in Obama's Washington office

Maron shared his feelings about ending the podcast, expressing readiness for a break but also fear of what comes next

The episode marked the end of a pioneering podcast that began as a venue for stand-up comedians but became a major media player

The former president gave new status to "WTF With Marc Maron" and to podcasts in gene

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