Nick, I know it is a webmaster board. That is why I am here.
When did FM get involved with ANS? Personally, I like Kaiser. I don't know very much about the early Netpond. It seems there are skeletons behind every board. Since Kaiser is a likable guy, why didn't you put him in charge of PR and leave the money collecting/business part to others more qualified?
As Gonzo has so nicely pointed out, I am a nobody like him, so why don't you give us a little more history about FM, Kaiser, Meat, and the group. I find the movers and shakers of a few years ago much more interesting than the ones of today who think they are shaking up things like Lensman, Lightspeed, boneprone-tone-alone, or whatever his name is!