Leverage has really changed with the Redemption series. What used to be a really good show is now full of outlandish plots and liberal agendas (seems to be a trend with a lot of TV and movies nowadays).
This episode is particularly bad because it is over the top and completely un-relatable... the plot centers around video games, glorifying those who "practice" in their basement for 8 hours a day. According to these writers, video games are just like sports, except BETTER. "It's mentally demanding and even physically challenging." And shame on the parents who want their kids to grow up and learn to support themselves and others. When one character explains why he started playing video games, Elliot says he joined the military for the SAME REASON. What a disgraceful and offensive comparison... I am not even 30 yet and have MAJOR concerns for the ideas being taught to the next generation. In 10 years, men and women will be replaced by CHILDREN.