I think his ratings are slipping big!
I've listened to Rush long enough to wonder if he's getting ready to unload a wife or long-term girlfriend. Menopause is not something Rush has the intestinal fortitude to handle. My theory: he's struggling between his affection and loyalty to his friendships (with men, of course, never a woman) and his audience. I'm thinking his friendships are winning, and he'll lose the trust of his audience.