I guess I just think of it as a "for fun" type thing. I admire/respect the knowledge/willingness to help of several members here, but they don't have any higher ranking then the rest of us. There are only 3 or 4 members with more then one square, and quite a few knowledgable members who regularly contribute.
To me its nothing more then added color and entertainment to the forum. I spend enough time here to form my own opinion of whos advice I trust.