The League goes Trekking Through Trek again as they tackle Star Trek: First Contact. The crew of the Enterprise D travel back in time to battle the Borg for the fate of humanity. They also have to convince a drunken buffoon to fly a spaceship so aliens will spot him, and Captain Picard has to stave off obsession. All that, plus Data gets some!

This week Matt, Clay, and John dive deep into the 1996 blockbuster Star Trek: First Contact — widely considered the best Next Generation film and one of the greatest Star Trek movies ever made. Directed by Jonathan "Two Takes" Frakes (who plays Commander Riker), this 30th anniversary classic pits the Enterprise-E crew against the relentless Borg Collective in a race through time back to April 4, 2063 — First Contact Day itself.

We break down Picard's Ahab-level obsession with the Borg, the introduction of the terrifying yet oddly seductive Borg Queen, Data's very special encounter with her, and whether Zefram Cochran is the most reluctant hero in sci-fi history. We also get into the Rotten Tomatoes rankings across all Star Trek films, Jonathan Frakes' legendary "Two Takes" directing style, the practical model work by ILM on the Enterprise-E, and why the line "You're astronauts on some kind of Star Trek" might be the best/worst line in franchise history.

Whether you're a lifelong Trekkie or just Trekking Through Trek for the first time, this is the episode for you.

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The League travels back to a different time to take on the Mike Nesmith produced, 80's classic Tapeheads. Musician cameos, videos, and maybe Menudo. This one had it all.

Tim Robbins and John Cusack star as two aspiring music video directors — fired from their security jobs and determined to make it in the biz. Along the way they tangle with a shady presidential candidate named Norman Mart, a mysterious tape that could ruin him, and the legendary Swanky Modes, their childhood heroes who are now playing dive bar auditions. The boys behind Video Aces will stop at nothing to get the Swanky Modes back on top — even if it means Menudo has to wait.

Packed with celebrity cameos — Ted Nugent, Weird Al, Jello Biafra, Don Cornelius, Fishbone, Courtney Love (pre-fame), and even Mike Nesmith himself as a water cooler delivery guy. Plus: the greatest Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles commercial ever committed to film.

"Am I crying?" No. But it wouldn't surprise us if you were.

Matt Dursin, John Hunt, and Clay N. Ferno (aka Skimpy Ratnütz) dive deep into Philip Kaufman’s paranoid sci-fi horror masterpiece, Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978). In this episode of the League of Ordinary Gentlemen Podcast, the team breaks down why this $350K production still resonates in 2026, from Donald Sutherland’s iconic "pod scream" to the unsettling, industrial soundscape of San Francisco. We explore the legendary cameos by Kevin McCarthy, Robert Duvall, and Jerry Garcia, while dissecting the "Tony Robbins energy" of Leonard Nimoy and the frantic conspiracy rants of Jeff Goldblum. Whether you’re a fan of the 1956 original or modern spiritual successors like Apple TV+’s Pluribus, this episode covers the themes of conformity and cinematic paranoia that make this film a unanimous B+ League recommendation.

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The War On Christmas Movies: Die Hard: Christmas Classic or Not?

Join the In League Podcast team as they dive into 'Die Hard,' debating whether this action-packed Bruce Willis classic is a Christmas movie. Hosts John, Matten, and special guest Clay Inferno, discuss everything from iconic lines, memorable characters, and behind-the-scenes trivia, to the film's impact on the action genre and pop culture. With humor and nostalgia, this episode features heated debates, personal anecdotes, and why 'Die Hard' remains a favorite for many. Don't miss this fun and festive exploration of an 80s classic!

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter

01:36 Debating Die Hard as a Christmas Movie

05:39 Bruce Willis and the Making of Die Hard

13:43 Plot Breakdown: Die Hard Begins

31:13 Argyle's Party and Terrorist Preparations

32:10 John McClane's First Encounter

34:06 Sending a Message to the Terrorists

36:29 John McClane Calls for Help

38:09 Al Powell Enters the Scene

39:45 The Gunfight and Explosives

01:04:35 Ellis Tries to Negotiate

01:07:21 Ellis' Fatal Negotiation

01:08:44 Hans' Fake Demands

01:09:54 The FBI Arrives

01:10:54 Hans and John Face Off

01:13:47 John's Bloody Escape

01:16:35 The Vault Opens

01:19:34 Final Confrontation

01:26:45 Hans' Fall

01:28:12 Aftermath and Reflections

01:31:37 Final Thoughts and Grades