He's willing to talk about it, which puts the thought of it out there.
even if it seems ludicrous now - if and when things happen, people will remember these discussions.
the fact that he's willing to even talk about it is a good thing.
the fact that he's trying to help strengthen the logic is a good thing.
is he an ass about it? yes - but what the hell has happened to the chans that some douchebag being an ass shuts you down?
hardcore clown scat porn bot = won't stop me
fringe news smugness = waaaaah.