Interesting parallels between this thread and many of the comments expressed in 'Swanwick Skygods'. I would hazard a guess that most controllers who feel it punchy and macho to make sarcastic remarks over the R/T are of the same arrogant personality alluded to by DC10RealMan in his thread. Maybe someone should take a look at the culture instilled at the College, or have a rethink on the selection process.