Midchuck,

Ricky was quite deferental to Doc and Earl, sincerely I think. Of course the producers were looking for success in viewers/subscribers and product sales, and the decision to put Ricky there could be seen as trying to attract a younger Bluegrass/country crowd.

That's ok with me, when they put Doc on the stage or the tube, I'm grateful, they can sell Martha White Flour or Doc Johnson's Marital Aides, as long as I get to see the man.

cheers, chance,