Man....is that the same Ken Rolston that did Paranoia back in like '84?? If so, I met him twice, he was really cool and seemed smart as a whip. He might have been involved in Runequest as well, man, those were the good ole days.
If, by smart, you mean full of shit that's constantly pouring from his mouth - then he's one of the smartest designers I'm aware of. Right up there with Molyneux!