Reading back those old SLIPP posts brings back a combination of embarrassment and awe. Embarrassed because I communicated with the guy (there were entire BOARDS dedicated to the guy's insanity, I urge all of you to try to find the 24-7 board if possible), and because it's kind of strange reading my posts from years back. Some ways I see how I've "matured" and changed over the years, and others make me realize I had more energy for posting in the old days. Another thing those posts tell me is that these boards REALLY need sickdrjoe. I still talk to him occasionally and am due to drop him another email, but man, his wit and intelligence on film and music are missed.
I will say, that over any message board I've ever seen, there was no phenomenon like ISLIPP. I've seen trolls and loonies, but no one comes close to this guy. For all you newer/newish guys and gals, definitely read the ISLIPP Classics. I lived through it and still can't believe he exists.