I just have one question. Do you have other siblings besides The 8-Bit Guy? I worry that I'm missing out on some great content because I don't know your family! :) I enjoy the longer form stuff as well, but I really like these short form electronics demonstrations.
Pin 5 also needs the 10nF capacitor to ground, per the datasheet, for control voltage stability. For a proper robust design, this pin should not be left open.