I think Chris Nieratko has mellowed out a bit over the years, become a little more subdued and has shown a lot of heart with certain causes. Like Duffel, I think he's a good man at heart. Less about chasing controversy these days. I do think he and Carnie are the most talented, most entertaining journalists to cover the skate scene.
Duffel and Williams have peaced it up, as far as I heard, and treat the past matter with the respect it deserves.
Ultimately, regardless of age, you are the only person who can control and is responsible for what comes out of your mouth. Sometimes you learn the easy way, sometimes you learn the hard way.