All this is to say: One of the the things that makes all the podcasts, vlogs, etc., great is Pete's personality -- specifically his onscreen presence. He's not some biased shill, he's passionate about his job and that sometimes results in an over-the-top reaction. What I saw in the clip in question was simply Pete being Pete... and if the haters on SM had watched more than just that one clip they'd realize they weren't getting an entitled jerk (as I heard one say) but a guy being himself! Put it another way: Pete is like a radio talk show host in that he has to have strong opinions and be willing to unapologetically share them to be successful. I tune in to get his unbiased and critical thoughts -- I want the good and the bad because they help me and my family to shape our trips. Just wanted to share my thoughts. I say don't change, Pete; keeping bringing the heat!
PS: The best news is that any social media pile-on lasts, on average, about 47 minutes so everyone is on to the next thing anyway.