When I saw the Heene family on TV I recognized them.  I actually saw the episode of Wife Swap that they were on.  If you have some free time that you don't mind wasting (because that's what it is...a complete waste of time) you should watch the episode of Wife Swap to see for yourself just how strange they are.  Here is a clip of him expressing his gratitude to the other wife (after they had a very difficult week, I might add!)