Babble On

This week on Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus dive into Babylon 5 Season 2, Episode 4, “A Distant Star.” It’s the episode where hyperspace gets weird, Dr. Franklin becomes the self-appointed Food Police, and Sheridan questions whether he should be running a space station… or just running laps. The crew debates whether D.C. Fontana wrote the emotional arc and JMS sprinkled in the dad jokes, why the edit feels like a Frankenstein’s monster of walk-and-talks, and how the bonfire on the bridge happened despite JMS explicitly saying “no giant flames, please.”

Also: the eternal truth that there is still no HR in space.

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Technomages, a ridiculous color-coded civil war, and the fashion statement of the century - this week on Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus discuss Babylon 5 Season 2, Episode 3, "The Geometry of Shadows." It’s supposed to be a "breather" episode , but between Londo’s looming genocide prophecy and Garibaldi’s dark night of the soul, the vibes are complicated.

Jenn breaks down how a real-life broken foot changed Ivanova’s fight scenes , Gus launches an unauthorized infomercial for "Londo Hair" , and the crew tries to keep a straight face while discussing the works of Michael Moorcock. Also: Green vs. Purple chaos , Technomage lore , and why Vir is the bravest person on the station.



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Sheridan grief, goo-soaked rebirths, and Londo making the absolute worst decisions - this week on Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus dive into Season 2’s second episode, “Revelations.” From Delenn’s dramatic emergence to the deepening Shadows plotline, this one delivers character turmoil, lore drops, and far-reaching consequences.

Jenn breaks down the emotional and thematic weight of Sheridan’s storyline, Ali loses her mind over G'Kar’s prophecy streak. Jenny, meanwhile, cannot stop bringing up the goo. Also: bone crowns, ethics debates, and a surprising amount of conversation about space urchins.

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Minbari souls, Jeff-related heartbreak, and the debut of Babylon 5’s newest captain — this week on Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus tackle the Season 2 opener, “Points of Departure.” From the massive Minbari reveal to the behind-the-scenes reasons Sinclair vanishes overnight, it’s a premiere packed with lore and emotions.

Ali spirals into soul-theory chaos, Jenn talks story structure during a lead swap, and Gus embraces Sheridan’s chaotic good energy. Also: unexpected jokes, unexpected feelings, and a whole lot of Jeff grief.

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Cocoons, conspiracies, and… traffic cones?! In this episode of Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus and guest Ean dig into the game-changing Babylon 5 Season 1 finale, “Chrysalis.” We break down Delenn’s shocking transformation, the assassination plot that flips the station on its head, and the chilling sense that the Shadows are finally moving.

Ali spirals into theories about what’s inside the cocoon, Jenn breaks down how JMS escalates a narrative into a full-on paradigm shift, and Gus argues that Londo just made the worst deal in sci-fi history. We also detour into costume symbolism, chaotic headcanon, and the moment Babble On officially lost its mind over set dressing. 🚧 

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*Note: We recorded this reaction & podcast discussion prior to the sad news of June Lockhart’s passing. In the episode, we mention her as still living at the time. June Lockhart was a beloved icon of television, and we send our love and respect to her family, friends, and fans. May her memory be a blessing. 💙*

🧠 Mercy, mind wipes, and… tentacle poker?! Jenny, Jenn, and first-timers Ali and Gus (with guest Ian!) dive into “The Quality of Mercy,” one of Babylon 5’s most chaotic and thought-provoking season one episodes.

This week’s banter includes:
• The crew losing it over Centauri “anatomy” trivia and JMS’s fever-dream writing.
• Ali declaring herself an alien anatomy expert.
• Jenn connecting mercy, morality, and Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice.
• Gus insisting on the ethics of not whipping it out at the poker table.
• Jenny explaining the JMS lore behind mind wipes and space justice.
• Plus: June Lockhart, universal healthcare, and Londo’s questionable poker face.

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🎶 Music: “Discovery” by Alexander Nakarada

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Time rifts, shadowy wars, and Zathras the honey badger of space?! In this episode of Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus dive into the game-changing Babylon 5 episode “Babylon Squared.” We unravel the mystery of the vanished station, puzzle over the appearance of “Old Jeff,” and lose our collective minds over the arrival of Zathras.

Ali spins wild theories about humanity’s future evolution, Jenn weighs in on JMS’s knack for raising more questions than answers, and Gus insists Babylon 4 is the most important thing we’ve seen yet. Jenny connects the themes of sacrifice and destiny, and the whole crew debates whether Jeff Sinclair really is “the one.”

Along the way, we also wander into 2001: A Space Odyssey costume trivia, new merch ideas (Old Jeff seasoning, anyone?), and the possibility that the Minbari are just theater kids with triangles. 🌌

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Prophecy, politics, and a planet that’s alive?! In this episode of Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus dive into the conclusion of the Babylon 5 two-parter “A Voice in the Wilderness.” We unpack Draal’s sacrifice, Garibaldi’s bittersweet Mars subplot, and Londo’s surprising moment of heart.

Ali celebrates being right about Draal’s importance, Jenn digs into JMS’s fever-fueled writing process, and Gus notices how this episode sets up big mysteries for the future. Jenny connects the biblical references woven into the script, and the whole crew debates whether Jeff Sinclair is basically everyone’s husband at this point.

Along the way, we also wander into Mad Men parallels, a 911 meteor trailer, and some very strong opinions about Ohio. 🌌

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A mysterious planet with a deadly defense system, a rebellion on Mars, and a strange alien asking for help—just another day on Babylon 5! In this episode of Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus break down the epic two-parter, "A Voice in the Wilderness Part 1." Our screenwriters, Jenn and Ali, kick things off with a deep dive on TV writing, explaining the crucial difference between a hook and a cliffhanger. Ali and Gus have some wild theories, comparing the alien in the machine to Game of Thrones' Three-Eyed Raven. The whole crew unites for the "Peter Jurasik Love Hour," gushing over his masterful and hilarious performance as Londo Mollari. 


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Telepath breeding programs, Minbari funeral drama, and… Star Trek dolphins?! In this episode of Babble On, Jenny, Jenn, Ali, and Gus dive into the Babylon 5 classic “Legacies.” We untangle the politics of a missing Minbari war hero, debate whether Delenn’s miracle plan actually made sense, and explore how the episode sets up one of the show’s most important arcs.

Gus questions whether Babylon 5 needs a “no punching at the funeral” rule, Jenn gives us the inside scoop on legendary sci-fi writer D.C. Fontana’s fingerprints on this story, and Ali wonders if Alissa’s choices make her the “Oliver Twist of Babylon 5.” Jenny draws connections between the telepath plotline and the larger Psi Corps arc - plus, the whole crew gets sidetracked imagining dolphins running Starfleet. 🐬

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