I'm not sure. But my reaction to criticism like that is always amusing to me. I attack back, appearing outwardly to be very angry at the insinuation and the sheer audacity of someone talking shit to me. I often seek confrontation when necessary and am actually quite good at it. However, secretly, it makes me cringe.
Some people enjoy it.
Some people actively solicit flames - I try to avoid them. I don't aim to offend anyone. But it sometimes happens. Being mostly a comedy-type writer person, I do and will certainly piss people off. My comedy group has been accused of being occasionally offensive.