Welcome back to The Rewatch Project with Hannah and Mike! In today's episode we dive into Season 2, Episode 1 of Babylon 5, titled “Points of Departure”.Join us as we explore the major shift in the series — the arrival of Captain John Sheridan on Babylon 5, the departure of Commander Sinclair, the resurfacing of a rogue Minbari war cruiser, and the revelation of deep political and spiritual undercurrents that will shape the rest of the show. We discuss:- How Sheridan handles stepping into big shoes and taking command of the station- Ivanova’s reaction to the change of leadership and the chaos aboard the station- The renegade Minbari ship Trigati and what it signals for the fragile Earth–Minbari peace The bombshell revelation about Minbari souls being reborn in humans — and how that changes everything What this episode sets up for the rest of the season and series: new direction, new conflicts, and the theme of transition. Favourite moments, surprising beats, and the tone shift from Season 1.And of course: our reaction, commentary, fun facts and listener questions.If you’re a long-time Babylon 5 fan or just discovering it, this episode of the show is a key moment — and we’ll give it the deep dive it deserves.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & feedback10:21 – Episode review (non-spoilers)46:05 – Spoiler chatDon’t forget:👍 Like this video if you enjoy deep dives into classic sci-fi!🔔 Subscribe (and hit the bell) so you don’t miss future reviews of Babylon 5 episodes (and more) with Hannah & Mike.💬 Comment below: What surprised you most in “Points of Departure”? How did you feel about Sheridan’s arrival? Would you have done things differently?Thanks for watching/listening and being part of the Rewatch Project community. Let’s celebrate one of the greatest serialized sci-fi shows ever made!#Babylon5 #Babylon5Review #PointsOfDeparture #Season2Episode1 #JohnSheridan #Sinclair #Minbari #SciFiPodcast #TheRewatchProject #HannahAndMike #SpaceStationDrama #ClassicSciFi #TVPodcast #Babylon5Podcast #SciFiAnalysis

🚀 Babylon 5 S1E22 “Chrysalis” | The Rewatch Project Podcast with Hannah & Mike 🪐It’s the season finale of Babylon 5 Season 1, and things are about to change forever! Join Hannah and Mike on The Rewatch Project Podcast as they dive deep into “Chrysalis” — the explosive 22nd episode that sets the stage for everything to come.Expect spoilers, laughs, and in-depth discussion as we break down:⭐ The shocking twists and major turning points⭐ Character arcs coming full circle (and others just beginning)⭐ JMS’s bold storytelling choices that redefine sci-fi television⭐ Predictions, favorite moments, and fan theoriesIf you’re a Babylon 5 fan, sci-fi lover, or just discovering the series, this is the perfect companion for your rewatch journey.Timings:00:00 - Intro and Feedback16:08 - Episode review48:40 - Spoiler chat🎧 Listen, Subscribe & Rewatch with us every week!👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE your thoughts on Chrysalis!CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CHANNEL VIA PAYPAL APPRECIATED: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2WHEBAJ4DL53JPLEASE DO NOT CONTRIBUTE IF IT WILL CAUSE YOU ANY FINANCIAL HARDSHIP. ALL CONTENT WILL CONTINUE TO BE FREE ON THE YOUTUBE PAGE#Babylon5 #TheRewatchProject #Babylon5Podcast #SciFiPodcast #JMichaelStraczynski #B5Rewatch #Babylon5Chrysalis #TVPodcast #Babylon5Season1 #NerdPodcast #RetroTV #RewatchPodcast🎬 Episode link: IMDB - Babylon 5: Chrysalis

🎙️ The Rewatch Project Podcast with Hannah & Mike returns to Babylon 5 for another deep dive! This week, we’re rewatching and reviewing Season 1, Episode 21 – “The Quality of Mercy” — an episode packed with moral dilemmas, telepathic intrigue, and Dr. Franklin doing what he does best: breaking all the rules.💫 Episode Summary:As Babylon 5 deals with issues of justice and compassion, a mysterious woman with healing powers raises big questions about ethics and punishment — and Londo finds himself in yet another morally murky situation.🔥 In This Episode We Discuss:The themes of mercy and justice in the Babylon 5 universeMemorable character moments from Franklin, Londo, and TaliaHow this episode sets the stage for the Babylon 5 Season 1 finaleOur favorite quotes, moments, and behind-the-scenes trivia🛰️ Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the station, join us as we explore why “The Quality of Mercy” still resonates decades later.👉 Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & catch-up07:48 – Spoiler-free thoughts27:00 – Spoiler thoughts🔗 Episode Info: IMDB – Babylon 5: The Quality of Mercy (S1E21) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0517712/?ref_=ttep_ep_21🎧 Subscribe for weekly Babylon 5 rewatch episodes and TV nostalgia!CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CHANNEL VIA PAYPAL APPRECIATED: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2WHEBAJ4DL53JPLEASE DO NOT CONTRIBUTE IF IT WILL CAUSE YOU ANY FINANCIAL HARDSHIP. ALL CONTENT WILL CONTINUE TO BE FREE ON THE YOUTUBE PAGE#Babylon5 #TheQualityOfMercy #Babylon5Podcast #TheRewatchProject #SciFiPodcast #JMichaelStraczynski #B5Rewatch #Babylon5Review #RetroTV #SpaceOpera