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. 🚧  🔗 Watch the video version of this discussion https://youtu.be/Nl01-bwjMWA. ✨ Support us on Patreon for early access and full-length reactions: 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod Thanks for joining us on the station - whether you’re cocooned in suspense, yelling “DON’T TRUST MORDEN,” or just here for the cones.

*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. 🎬 Watch our LIVE REACTION to the episode https://youtu.be/5zvi8_fI-68 ✨ Support us on Patreon for unedited reactions and bonus content! 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod 📲 Follow us on Bluesky: @babbleonpod.bsky.social 🎶 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. 🌌 🔗 Watch the reaction to this episode https://youtu.be/QqM55y5XueY ✨ Support us on Patreon for early access and full-length reactions: 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod Thanks for joining us on the station—whether you’re lost in time, arguing about evolution, or just here because Zathras demands it.

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. 🌌 🔗 Watch the reaction to this episode https://youtu.be/HMEjl4jsouI ✨ Support us on Patreon for early access and full-length reactions: 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod Thanks for joining us on the station—whether you’re protecting ancient secrets, running from Mars drama, or just here for Jeff’s husband energy.

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.  🔗 Watch the video reaction to this episode https://youtu.be/iZIhW-2qrmA: ✨ Support us on Patreon for early access and full-length reactions: 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod Thanks for joining us on the station—we're just as eager as you are to see what the hell just came through that jumpgate.

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. 🐬 🔗 Watch the reaction to this episode https://youtu.be/8OoY4bS6vEQ ✨ Support us on Patreon for early access and full-length reactions: 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod Thanks for joining us on the station—whether you’re Psi Corps, Grey Council, or just here for the dolphins.

A motorcycle joyride through the station, Jeffrey Combs showing up as a surprisingly wholesome telepath, and Ivanova smashing up a bar like she’s in a Yakuza game?! 🏍️🧠🍷 Jenny, Jenn, Gus, and Ali take on “Eyes” — and to everyone’s shock, Larry DiTillio redeems himself after TKO. This week’s spirited discussion includes: - Gus cheering for “Jeff punching a Nazi” and dubbing this the true Ivana-sode. - Jenn breaking down how JMS weaves fascism and civil liberties into serialized storytelling. - Jenny sharing behind-the-scenes trivia about the not-so-subtle motorcycle “product placement” and Bill Mumy’s sneaky band reference. - Ali gushing over telepaths and making wild theories about the Shadows, Vorlons, and missing Babylon stations. - The crew bonding over Ivanova’s latent telepath foreshadowing, her dream sequence, and her absolute dominance in a bar fight. 🎬 Watch our LIVE REACTION to the episode https://youtu.be/0khOfISHrtU ✨ Support us on Patreon for unedited reactions and bonus content! 👉 http://www.patreon.com/babbleonpod 📲 Follow us on Bluesky: @babbleonpod.bsky.social 🎶 Music: "Discovery" by Alexander Nakarada