This question by Lightsout sure has sparked some interesting comments.

I jokingly call EDIG long time followers as members of a CULT, with Robert as our devoted leader, minus the koolaid...lol.

I have an email into RP asking for an update concerning how many holders are there in street name with a broker. Two or so years ago I reported 2869, as the number of "accounts" not individuals, as people can have multiple accounts with one or more brokers. I'll update this CULT when I hear back.