l'm not a sound quality snob, and I'm happy to listen to shows recorded with *unintentionally* not great audio as long as the subject matter is interesting to me. But I think it's another matter to intentionally create bad sound quality. Was it a joke? Just trying to make a point? Or just straight up trolling (which is what I suspect based on some of the other passing comments)? Whatever the answer, chalk up one more comment / vote against the idea of intentionally creating a bad experience for your listeners