S1E21 "The Quality of Mercy"
*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
