Ten minutes + between posts.
It's certainly gotten quieter here since MNJohnnie moved to other threads and TexasPatriot8 has been sidelined with illness and family problems (he'll be back, though).
I think it's also possible that many FReepers simply can't stand listening to the endless string of Democrat attempts to create scandal and bring down the Bush administration. I know I take the occasional sabbatical for my sanity's sake!
I agree with you both, though, that OTs are fine. They don't prevent anyone from discussing whatever Rush is talking about.