Kingdom of the Blind or the one where G'Kar sleeps fully dressed (again)

Last Best Hope for Conversation - A Babylon 5 podcast

In this episode of 'Last Best Hope for Conversation,' the hosts delve into season five's ninth episode, discussing the intricacies of the Centauri ship attacks and telepath demands for justice. They provide critical evaluations of character actions, especially highlighting Lyta's arc and Byron's motivations. The dynamics between G'Kar and Londo on Centauri Prime are explored, accentuating Jakar's spiritual journey amidst assassination plots towards Londo. Viewer insights and listener feedback on characters such as Sheridan and telepath conflicts enrich the conversation. The episode also contrasts Neil Gaiman's and Terry Pratchett’s writing, and concludes with the hosts sharing their social media handles, upcoming projects, and a reminder to stay engaged with future discussions. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:27 Episode Overview: Kingdom of the Blind 04:59 Telepath Storyline Discussion 20:30 G'Kar and Londo: The Odd Couple 32:59 A Small Role with a Big Impact 33:45 The Mystery of the Random Killing 35:33 Telekinesis and Assassination Attempts 35:52 Londo's Suspenseful Future 36:19 Unspoken Mysteries and Frustrations 37:20 G"Kar Sleepless Night 37:48 Bodyguard Dilemmas 38:52 Telepath Conflict and Ratings 41:30 Emails from Listeners 48:09 YouTube Feedback and Telepath Abilities 55:48 Podcasting History and Future Plans 59:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell