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Doomsday Machines

Season 5 Episode 35
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Is This A NEW SPECIES?!

Is This A NEW SPECIES?!

Season 5 Episode 1
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How Many Species Are There?

How Many Species Are There?

Season 5 Episode 2
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The Cheerios Effect

The Cheerios Effect

Season 5 Episode 37
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The Superb Owl!

The Superb Owl!

Season 5 Episode 3
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Should You Eat Everyday?

Should You Eat Everyday?

Season 5 Episode 38
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How the Toilet Changed History

How the Toilet Changed History

Season 5 Episode 5
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The Romantic Lure of Moonlight

The Romantic Lure of Moonlight

Season 5 Episode 40
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How the Meter Became The Meter

How the Meter Became The Meter

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