Best Rod Arnold Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 23: Taylor Swift's relationship is boring, Dave Grohl has tinnitus, and Julian Casablancas looks haggard 1:05:15

11M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

Amber and Lauren are joined by Amber's friend and drum instructor, Garrison, as they chat about celebrities both global and local. See if you can "name that drummer" and get a behind the scenes look at being in a band, going on tour, and physical altercations at a show. Learn about Henry Cavill's secret obsession, Joe Manganiello's nerd cave, and B…

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Episode 22: Olivia Rodrigo is self conscious, Nikki Minaj is the real deal, and Scooter Braun is on vacation 50:12

1y ago50:12

50:12

Amber and Lauren are at it again, here to discuss everything from Kim K's hands to Justin Bieber's unfortunate alter ego. Lauren has noticed another cultural phenomenon that drives her crazy, and Amber has realized that the club scene hasn't changed its tune in quite some time. Enjoy the musings of these "best frens" as they ask themselves "what do…

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Episode 21: Arnold Schwarzenegger is nude, Arthur is in a relationship, and Bill Paxton is a god 53:51

1+ y ago53:51

53:51

Amber and Lauren welcome Lauren's brother, Logan, for a unique take on pop culture through an "outsider's" perspective. Logan reveals the one and only celeb he holds near and dear (and who wouldn't?) and the trio takes a walk down memory lane to discuss TV from their youth and the cinematic masterpiece Twister. Can Logan name each of the Kardashian…

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Episode 20: Gwyneth Paltrow is sincere, Anne Hathaway is obsessed with Magic Mike, and Timothée Chalamet is a nepo baby 53:12

1+ y ago53:12

53:12

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's friend, Joseph, who whisks them through various topics including the surprisingly small Goop headquarters, the ridiculously named restaurant "SUR" in Vanderpump Rules, and his visceral reaction to the iconic strip scene in the latest Magic Mike movie. Joe shares 4 celebs that, to him, represent the same level…

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Episode 19: Jimmy Kimmel causes mayhem, Rihanna causes confusion, and Austin Butler causes a collective eye-roll 52:55

1+ y ago52:55

52:55

The Ketchup Queens are rolling out the red carpet to talk Academy Awards, Super Bowl, and Milf Manor (... ya). Amber and Lauren discuss their thoughts on memorable SB Halftime performances, the latest Selena Gomez/Hailey Bieber/Kylie Jenner drama, and Avril Lavigne's surprising new romance. Lauren also gives a couple examples of Hollywood couple go…

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Episode 18: Lewis Capaldi is unhinged, the Bruno Mars connection, and where the hell is Kamala Harris? 49:24

1+ y ago49:24

49:24

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's friend Trudee for a catch up extravaganza like no other. There's lots to take in, from the hot takes on Harry/Megan and Diane Keaton's selection of "good music," to the thirst traps by a new Wiggles cast-member and Trudee's Ben Shapiro impression. Play "Smash or Pass" with us as we dive into the tanked M&M's …

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Episode 17: Paul Rudd feels unworthy, soft swingers, and what does Kaley Cuoco know that we don't? 37:55

2y ago37:55

37:55

Amber and Lauren reconnect in the new year and catch up on what's what in Hollywood. Amber walks Lauren through the list of People's "Sexiest Man Alive" for the past several years, leading to some hot takes on Adam Driver's torso and the latest Magic Mike choreography. Lauren discusses a trend in movies and TV that bothers her. Thoughts and prayers…

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Episode 16: Jamie Lynn Spears' toughest test, Adam Driver's hands, and the salad dressing that raised hell 39:00

2y ago39:00

39:00

Amber and Lauren are back and brimming with goss after their summertime hiatus. Lauren kicks things off with a catch up game, and we want to know - "Whose side are you on?" We talk spit gate, Adam Levine's indiscretions, and the Sudeikis/Wilde/Styles cluster. And in case you need another d-list celebrity reality TV show to watch, we've got the perf…

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Episode 15: Jack Harlow looks different, Finneas O'Connell still isn't famous, and Dylan Sprouse is a meat head 52:23

2+ y ago52:23

52:23

Amber and Lauren are joined by Amber's friend, Skyeler, who dishes on celeb run-ins from his time working events at WSU. Skyeler discusses Billie Eilish's bizarre compliment and his accidental date with Jaboukie Young-White before he explains why he loves Taylor Swift so much (that's right, we've got a swiftie in our midst!). The trio finishes off …

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Episode 14: Ben Affleck is exhausted, A-Rod is emotional, and Harry Styles is sparkly 1:00:12

2+ y ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's friend, Audrey, who has a bone to pick with Tyler Ferguson (their guest from Episode 10). She sets the record straight about the true CalArts experience and lends her knowledge of astrology by interpreting Amber and Lauren's birth charts. The girls take a trip down memory lane, stopping at Claire's jewelry an…

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Episode 13: John Mulaney's phone lockdown, Steve-O's act of kindness, and Camila Cabello's feelings 56:20

2+ y ago56:20

56:20

Amber and Lauren are joined by Amber's hubby, Devin, who runs through an impressive list of celeb encounters including kombucha girl Brittany Broski (who will never see her fan's carefully crafted toilet seat) and "cute guy" Alexander 23. Lauren is NOT a fan of Devin's celebrity crush but has a body type she prefers that surprises us all. Get ready…

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Episode 12: Eminem's snack of choice, Elijah Wood's fancy footwork, and Steven Tyler's mouth 1:01:55

2+ y ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Calling all Heinz heads, bottle babies, and mustard kings! Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's friend, Jesse, who quizzes the Queens on their knowledge of popular celebrity fandoms. Amber reveals Hollywoods most peculiar riders, including "good quality" peanut butter and fabric to cover bricks. Jesse also discusses the music video that spawned …

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Episode 11: Brad Pitt sets the record straight, Patricia Arquette proposes to Nic Cage, and Julie Bowen is a firecracker 56:22

2+ y ago56:22

56:22

Amber and Lauren catch up on the latest tidbits they've gathered over the past few weeks, including Kimmy K stooping to a new carpet-photoshopping low and Ryan Sheckler... finally finding the love... he always dreamed about... in San Clemente. Amber talks about her recent trip and the celebrity who would live and die for that city (or at least bake…

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Episode 10: Rebecca Black's bloody photo shoot, CeeLo Green's moisturizing ritual, and Julia Roberts' angelic rider 1:00:40

2+ y ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's friend, Tyler, who walks them through life in the City of Angels (and devils). Hear their takes on the latest on trending reality TV series including Love is Blind, RHOSLC, and America's Got Talent. Have you ever noticed the Utah accent?

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Episode 9: Skete Davidson's underwear shoot, Nicolas Cage's cousin, AND KANYE WEST FOR PRESIDENT 1:03:22

2+ y ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren’s friend, Jennifer, who spills all the Kanye West (we're sorry - "Ye") / Kim Kardashian / Pete Davidson tea. They discuss Hollywood familial relations with celebrity connections that might surprise you. Also, Lauren debuts one of her finely-tuned impressions and Jennifer reveals a hot take.…

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Episode 8: JLo's latest flop, Jennifer Garner's Super Bowl surprise, and Victoria Beckham's peculiar diet 58:02

2+ y ago58:02

58:02

Amber and Lauren put on their rose-colored glasses as they take a look at celebrity relationships in honor of St. Valentine. They discuss Pam Anderson & Tommy Lee's "great love," Bennifer's rise / fall / rise again, and the forgive and forget mentality of TLC's Chilli. See if you agree with their rapid fire opinion of today's famous couples. And pl…

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Episode 7: Tan France's travels, Rihanna's perfect baby belly, and Robert Redford's fence 1:13:22

2+ y ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren's mom, Susan, who shares her "list" of pop culture updates, hot takes, and confessions. They learn which country is mad at Justin Bieber, how Princess Diana's haircut looked on Susan when she tried it, and Susan's unabashed opinion of Elvis Presley. They also catch up on this week's highlights including the thr…

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Episode 6: Disney channel throwback - Hilary Duff's shimmy, Brenda Song's hubby, and Ashley Tisdale's deviated septum 58:55

2+ y ago58:55

58:55

Amber and Lauren are joined by Amber’s sister, Kinsey, as they take a walk down wholesome memory lane. They reminisce about their experiences watching the Disney channel and ask "Where are these misfits now?" You won't want to miss hearing about Christy Carlson Romano's new show, Tamara Mowry's solemn vow, or the coming of age memories the three Ke…

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Episode 5: Andrew Garfield's thin-lipped women, Channing Tatum's jumbo pants, and Angelina Jolie's Christmas list 57:41

2+ y ago57:41

57:41

Amber catches Lauren up on this week's top headlines, including budding romances and rocky breakups. They discuss their eventful viewing of the 2006 classic "Step Up" and Amber reveals something that distracts her. Lauren talks about the film that let her down in her formative years and they demand justice for Queer Eye's star and God's Favorite, A…

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Episode 4: Under the Banyan tree - Madonna's pseudo dinner, Paris Hilton's garter, and a Footlocker proposal 1:01:54

2+ y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Amber and Lauren are joined by Lauren’s cousin Miranda, their first guest host, who educates them on the who's who of reality TV. They discuss the Hollywood age-ambiguity phenomenon, Julia Fox's low-riding pants, and amicable separations... and then they drink each other's blood.

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Episode 3: Harry Styles' future self, Demi Lovato's new do, and Drake's offspring 57:34

3y ago57:34

57:34

This one felt good... Amber and Lauren are back and ready to chat about paternity tests, acts of charity, and brushes with alien lifeforms along with Timothée Chalamet's lackluster sweatshirt design and Kanye's latest conquest.

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Episode 2: Kim Kardashian's briefcase, vintage mushrooms, and Bieber/Baldwin rumors 58:41

3y ago58:41

58:41

Amber and Lauren try to make sense of various Hollywood relationships including Kimye, the Gwenyth Paltrow/Chris Martin/Dakota Johnson trio, and the Cyrus clan.

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Episode 1: entanglements, vomiting, and strawbooty 48:57

3y ago48:57

48:57

Amber and Lauren introduce themselves and get right into the latest celeb gossip including Will Smith's tell-all, engagements, PR relationships, and of course, their adoration for Timothee Chalamet.

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Cold Opens 29:32

4y ago29:32

29:32

Just in time for the Spooky Season, we're sharing the cold opens for every episode of The Fifth Dimension so far!

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78. Season 2, Episode 10 "You Might Also Like" 46:02

4y ago46:02

46:02

This time on The Fifth Dimension, we're wrapping up season 2 as we discuss "You Might Also Like"! What would you do if offered a device that would solve all your problems? Will the ever-changing nature of human wants and needs be the factor that dooms humanity forever? Should you put more thought into the lighting in your kitchen? Find out this tim…

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77. Season 2, Episode 9 "Try, Try" 45:26

4y ago45:26

45:26

On this episode of The Fifth Dimension, we're doing it all over until we get it right as we take on "Try, Try"! What would you do if you had perfect knowledge of a single day in time? Can an endless curse actually become the ultimate Toxic Masculine Dream? Do people still think that magicians are attractive? Get all the answers this time on The Fif…

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76. Season 2, Episode 8 "A Small Town" 37:30

4y ago37:30

37:30

This week on The Fifth Dimension, we're cleaning up this town once and for all as we discuss "A Small Town"! Given unlimited powers, what would you do to improve your community? Can a town besieged by an economic downturn overcome its fears and work together to rebuild? Or will it ultimately be destroyed by paranoia and giant tarantulas? Find out t…

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75. Season 2, Episode 7 "A Human Face" 32:17

4y ago32:17

32:17

This time on The Fifth Dimension, we're accepting a monster as one of our own as we discuss "A Human Face"! How far would grieving parents go to restore their broken family? How powerful is the human capacity for love, really? Why can't people in The Twilight Zone ever seem to find the front door? Get all the answers this week on The Fifth Dimensio…

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74. Season 2, Episode 6 "8" 31:14

4y ago31:14

31:14

This week we're slithering out of the deep as we take on "8"! Could climate change usher in the actual end of the human race? Is humanity destined to exploit nature until it is destroyed, or can we harness the discipline needed to live in harmony? Will tech companies finally address the gaping security holes being exploited by our octopus overlords…

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73. Season 2, Episode 5 "Among the Untrodden" 41:12

4y ago41:12

41:12

This week we're practicing our Mean Girl Strut as we discuss "Among the Untrodden"! What is the true power of friendship? How far would you go to protect someone you cared about? How many boarding schools have actual abandoned bathrooms? Get all the answers on this episode of The Fifth Dimension!

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72. Season 2, Episode 4 "Ovation" 33:18

4y ago33:18

33:18

This week we're rocketing to stardom as we take on "Ovation"! What would you do to attain fame and success? And how would it change you if you got it? Why are these very interesting questions not addressed in this episode? Find out on this episode of The Fifth Dimension!

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71. Season 2, Episode 3 "The Who of You" 37:12

4+ y ago37:12

37:12

We're walking a mile in each other's shoes this week as we discuss "The Who of You"! Given the ability to take over someone's life, would you use your power for good…or evil? Does power corrupt, or does it merely reveal the darkness inside? Are prescription eyeglasses the most powerful defense against the supernatural? Get all the answers this week…

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70. Season 2, Episode 2 "Downtime" 37:45

4+ y ago37:45

37:45

We're taking some time out for World Maintenance on the new episode of The Fifth Dimension! What dream would you choose to fulfill if you could live any life you wanted? Is it possible to find meaning in a world you know isn't real? What happens when two customer service departments go to war? All this and more, this week on The Fifth Dimension!…

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69. Season 2, Episode 1 "Meet in the Middle" 32:11

4+ y ago32:11

32:11

Season 2 is here! We're kicking things off with a completely telepathic episode of The Fifth Dimension as we discuss "Meet in the Middle"! How far should someone go to free themselves from an abusive relationship? Is there a dark side to Rod Serling's frequently-used "everyman" character? What are the ethical boundaries around lying about your favo…

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68. Season 1, Episode 10 "Blurryman" 26:25

5+ y ago26:25

26:25

This time on The Fifth Dimension, we're running from the unknown as we take on "Blurryman"! What is the appropriate balance between social messaging and elements of the fantastical in the Twilight Zone? Can there be any definitive way to interpret the artistic intentions of Rod Serling? Was Rod Serling secretly a poltergeist? Find out this week on …

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67. Season 1, Episode 9 "The Blue Scorpion" 31:09

5+ y ago31:09

31:09

This week on The Fifth Dimension, we're taking aim at "The Blue Scorpion"! To what extent do the objects that we own actually own us? Are guns just a neutral tool like any other, or are they capable of actually transforming us into some darker version of ourselves? And they really grant us all of the amazing benefits promised in this episode? Get a…

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66. Season 1, Episode 8 "Point of Origin" 28:58

5+ y ago28:58

28:58

On this week's episode of The Fifth Dimension, we're in search of blue skies as we discuss "Point of Origin"! What do we owe the people we think of as family? Do the borders that humans establish have any real meaning at all? What are the benefits of using an ice cream truck as an escape vehicle? Find out this week on The Fifth Dimension!…

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65. Season 1, Episode 7 "Not All Men" 34:21

5+ y ago34:21

34:21

This time on The Fifth Dimension, we're wrestling in a fountain as we tackle "Not All Men"! How thin is the veil between a man's true self and the self he presents to the world? To what extent can a horror story rely on things that actually happen to women in daily life? How much money would someone have to pay you to drink meteorite-water? Get all…

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64. Season 1, Episode 6 "Six Degrees of Freedom" 32:56

5+ y ago32:56

32:56

On this week's edition of The Fifth Dimension, we're fleeing a doomed Earth as we discuss "Six Degrees of Freedom"! Will humanity's salvation lie in our colonization of other worlds? Are we doomed to destroy the only home we've ever known? How much information about the universe can you really gain from a humble space-toilet? Find out this week on …

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63. Season 1, Episode 5 "The Wunderkind" 26:03

5+ y ago26:03

26:03

This time on The Fifth Dimension we're running for office as we discuss "The Wunderkind"! How far would you go to redeem yourself after spectacular failure? Could the American people actually elect a child president? Would our democracy run more smoothly with more dogs in the White House? Get all the answers this week on The Fifth Dimension!…

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62. Season 1, Episode 4 "A Traveler" 33:11

5+ y ago33:11

33:11

This week on Fifth Dimension we're all turning against one another as we take on "A Traveler"! Would you believe a lie if you stood to gain from it? How could you make peace with the process of trading in one colonizer for another? Is Christmas the best time for aliens to schedule an invasion spearheaded by misinformation? Find out this time on The…

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61. Season 1, Episode 3 "Replay" 37:53

5+ y ago37:53

37:53

The Fifth Dimension is hitting the rewind button this week with "Replay"! What would a parent do to guarantee their child's future? Must we confront our past in order to free ourselves from destiny? Is this episode really a television spinoff of The Matrix? Get all these answers and more on this time on The Fifth Dimension!…

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60. Season 1, Episode 2 "Nightmare at 30,000 Feet" 38:54

5+ y ago38:54

38:54

The Fifth Dimension is finishing off a double-header this week with "Nightmare at 30,000 Feet"! What depths would you sink to in order to get someone to believe you're not crazy? Is it possible to craft a perfect, personal hell for someone? How many species of birds can fly at 30,000 feet, anyway? Get all the answers on this edition of The Fifth Di…

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59. Season 1, Episode 1 "The Comedian" 43:13

5+ y ago43:13

43:13

We're back and better than ever with an all-new episode of The Fifth Dimension! This time we're absolutely killing on-stage with "The Comedian"! How far would you go to achieve success? How does one define 'murder', anyway? Deep down, is this episode actually about incels? Find the answers to these and more questions on The Fifth Dimension!…

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58. THE RETURN 6:39

5+ y ago6:39

6:39

We're back! With Jordan Peele's new edition of The Twilight Zone airing soon, Trent and Richard shake off the cobwebs and prepare you for the return of The Fifth Dimension!

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57. Season 5, Episode 36 "The Bewitchin' Pool" 34:47

9y ago34:47

34:47

It's the very LAST EPISODE The Fifth Dimension! This time, we're taking a dip in the deep end with “The Bewitchin' Pool"! How far will children go to escape the emotional horrors of the adult world? Are wealthy people even capable of love? Is there really a fantasy world without child labor laws? Get all the answers one last time... on The Fifth Di…

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56. Season 5, Episode 31 "The Encounter" 33:50

9y ago33:50

33:50

On this episode of The Fifth Dimension, we're cleaning out the attic as we discuss “The Encounter"! Can the relics of history revive conflicts of the past? Can soldiers trained to be killing machines ever recover to live in peacetime society? What in the name of God is even happening in this episode? Find out this week on The Fifth Dimension!…

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55. Season 5, Episode 30 "Stopover in a Quiet Town" 30:37

9y ago30:37

30:37

This week on The Fifth Dimension, we're on a train back to Centerville as we discuss “Stopover in a Quiet Town"! Can being a fish out of water drive a person mad? Can a marriage survive a trip to Hell? Is this the ultimate clash of Big City naivete and small-town creepiness? Get all the answers this week on The Fifth Dimension!…

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54. Season 5, Episode 25 "The Masks" 38:25

9y ago38:25

38:25

On this episode of The Fifth Dimension, we're waiting for that inheritance check to clear while discussing “The Masks"! Are curses real? How far would someone go to teach their family a lesson? Are hypochondria and vanity really such terrible crimes? Find out this week on The Fifth Dimension!

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53. Season 5, Episode 20 "From Agnes With Love" 39:30

9y ago39:30

39:30

This week on The Fifth Dimension, we're debugging our subroutines as we discuss “From Agnes With Love"! Can a machine learn to love? Or even display jealousy? Is there anything even remotely funny about an irrational female computer? Get all the answers this week on The Fifth Dimension!

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