WHO ARE THE PROVERBIAL THEY? WHO'S ASKING? HUH?

The Proverbial They treasure their anonymity, as it allows Them to rant and rave without incurring the wrath of persnickety publicists, sensitive Hollywood starlets who burst into tears because they haven't eaten protein since the Clinton administration and average citizens who may, in fact, own weaponry.
We can tell you, however, that the Proverbial They have a long and storied history of writing about pop culture for big paychecks from viable consumer publications. However, They occasionally like to sidestep weak-willed editors who have grown increasingly nervous about losing valuable advertising dollars and say what They really think.
This is Their forum. These are Their thoughts. Brace yourself.