In addition to several of his own successful blogs, he's also one of the co-founders of b5media which has gotten (approximately) 8 million in funding since it's

In addition to several of his own successful blogs, he's also one of the co-founders of b5media which has gotten (approximately) 8 million in funding since it's launch in 2005. Darren's expertise in blogging and their monetization was a crucial factor in getting that funding. Funding is not a direct indicator of anything but the funding party's evaluation of perceived or likely value -- just like any testament to Darren Rowse and his success. By the way, that huckster is also the minister of a small youth oriented church in his city. I was speaking generally, but regardless, I'm not sure what that has to do with being (or not being) a huckster.