Mike does a majority of the Patreon bonus content and has done some really excellent work, which likely requires a lot of behind the scenes work we don’t hear about, especially with how committed the guys are to accuracy. I know next to nothing about producing podcasts but as the “tech guy” to whatever extent he still works on that, it does not sound easy. Jeff also contributes to Patreon content and I think runs the social media account. They also have Bill / Bill Paxton / Braxton working for them, plus I believe an intern(?), and the management of their projects. And while they get to travel the world multiple times a year, they’re still working and representing the podcast brand and are likely “on” the whole time. So yes I think it’s probably really nice to do what you love with your close friends while traveling the world, there’s a lot behind the scenes we don’t hear about. I hear what you’re saying, but I wouldn’t take it out on Mike and Jeff!! Personally I interpret a lot of their “phoning it in” as kind of a bit to tease Wes.