Best Gain More Confidence As You Serve Podcasts (2024)

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Level Up Your Negotiation Skills And Ask for More With Alex Carter Professor, Columbia Law School And Author Ask For More 45:51

15h ago45:51

45:51

Negotiation skills are fundamental for lawyers, but how many of us really know what it takes to get the most out of a mediation? Alex Carter, Professor and Director of the Mediation Center at Columbia Law School, mediator, and author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book, "Ask for More," shares her insights on negotiation and how to succeed i…

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What's Next: Career Transitions In The Legal Department - Michelle Banks Barker Gilmore 36:04

7h ago36:04

36:04

Michelle Banks has "been there, done that" in The Legal Department. The former General Counsel of The Gap led a global legal and compliance team for the largest specialty retailers in the U.S. Now, she's an executive coach, helping other in-house lawyers navigate their roles. In this conversation, Michelle shares advice on how to position yourself …

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C-Suite Series: How to Move from The Legal Department into the Business: Michelle Johnson-Tidjani CAO, CommonSpirit Health 40:20

19h ago40:20

40:20

Tired of being "just a lawyer"? If you're thinking about moving from the legal department into a business role, this episode is for you. Michelle Johnson-Tidjani served for years as General Counsel of Henry Ford Health and before that at top healthcare companies such as The Cleveland Clinic and Tenet Healthcare. With a true passion for learning the…

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C-Suite Series: How to Partner with the Chief Human Resources Officer/CHRO Jim Dunn LD Human Capital Consulting 35:33

4d ago35:33

35:33

Forget the stereotype of lawyers toiling away in isolation. Buckle up, legal eagles, because you're about to become strategic partners with the C-suite! This episode of C-Suite dives deep with Jim Dunn, CEO and President of LD Human Capital Consulting. Jim pulls back the curtain on the Chief Human Resources Officer role, offering a treasure trove o…

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#44: Behind the Scenes of an Epic Transformation 58:00

9d ago58:00

58:00

In this episode, I am excited to share a unique and in-depth interview with my client, Tina, who underwent a profound year-long journey towards body freedom. Our conversation delves into the emotional roots of stress eating and trauma and how she was able to recognize and regulate her nervous system, highlighting the transformative power of the hol…

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Own Your Own Professional Development: Sapna Pandya Red Bull 36:15

1M ago36:15

36:15

Sapna Pandya is executive vice president and general counsel of Red Bull North America--one of the most iconic beverage companies. But the company is much more than that, covering media, events, marketing, and distribution. Pandya's team provides legal support for this complex business. In this episode, Sapna shares how to foster a culture of profe…

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Level-Up Contracting In The Legal Department With Laura Fredrick 38:47

2M ago38:47

38:47

Contracting is the "meat and potatoes" of in-house practice, but sometimes it seems to lack sizzle, yet Laura Fredrick disagrees. She's so passionate about contracting that she founded How to Contract, a contract training business focused on helping lawyers and in-house contract teams learn real-world contracting skills. Laura is no stranger to in-…

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Level-Up Ethics And Compliance By Putting People First: Jen Brewer, ActivisionBlizzard 42:41

2M ago42:41

42:41

Activision's Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer Jen Brewer is in The Legal Department to share her experience leading a global ethics and compliance function. An award-winning corporate governance and compliance professional, Jen led a cultural transformation at Activision Blizzard and engaged 140+ "heroes" in the company to promote a culture of o…

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#43: Powerful Strategies For Summer Weight Loss 12:31

2M ago12:31

12:31

In today’s episode, I invite you to my Summer Meltdown Workshop, a live and interactive event designed to help you enjoy summer activities like pools, parties, and vacations without sabotaging your weight loss goals. We will discuss strategies for balancing, having fun, and staying on track with your health journey. In this workshop, I’ll cover: ✔️…

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Leading Teams In The Legal Department: Michele Mollkoy Cottage Health 36:35

2M ago36:35

36:35

From the first day of law school, you were trained to be the one with the answer, with little to no training about working on a team. But in the workforce, you should work with others, and as the saying goes, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." In this episode of The Legal Department, change management consultant…

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Prioritize Happiness: Building Effective Outside Counsel Relationships: Tim Reimers Sheppard Mullin 34:29

2M ago34:29

34:29

Prioritize happiness is not the advice you'd expect from a real estate partner in Big Law. But Tim Reimers isn't In the average bear. In this episode of The Legal Department, we talk about how to build a mutually beneficial relationship with outside counsel and how in-house counsel and GC's can set the tone in deals to keep the team focused on the …

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#42: How do I stop weight loss sabotage? 21:20

2M ago21:20

21:20

Do you know there are strategies to stop weight loss sabotage? These strategies are crucial for addressing food-related habits and behaviors that hinder progress. In this episode, I emphasize the importance of awareness as the first step in changing these habits. Understanding the intricate role of the nervous system and its unique response to stre…

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How Big Law Is Helping Develop The Legal Department: Joe Glynias Husch Blackwell 39:11

2M ago39:11

39:11

ICYMI, there's a sea change happening at law firms. Progressive firms like Husch Blackwell are recognizing that law practice isn't a one-size-fits-all career. After noticing that colleagues who left the firm for in-house roles were unprepared or maybe didn't find the right fit, Glynias worked with the professional development team led by Sommer Bou…

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#41: 3 Sabotaging States to Heal Overeating 26:36

2M ago26:36

26:36

Do you know that we all have self-sabotaging behaviors when we are stressed? Today’s episode mainly focuses on understanding and regulating emotional eating and how our nervous system is set up to protect us using the coping mechanism we learned as children. I’ll dive into: ✔️The autonomic nervous system's role in reactive behaviors, including emot…

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Show Me The Money: Understanding Incentive Compensation In The Legal Department: Eric Clark BCWM 36:58

3M ago36:58

36:58

Considering a job with Are you struggling to understand the difference between restricted stock, options and appreciation rights? How should you evaluate a compensation package that includes equity? It all comes down to risk tolerance and timing. Eric Clark, CEO of financial planning firm BCWM is in The Legal Department to demystify these and other…

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Using DEI To Level-Up The Legal Department: Valerie Portillo, Diversity Lab 36:30

3M ago36:30

36:30

Valerie Portillo leads the legal department and law firm integration at Diversity Lab, the organization that pioneered DEI for the legal profession. The Diversity Lab convened a hackathon of legal leaders at Stanford Law School, where the Mansfield Certification was developed. This framework has become "the" standard to measure diversity and inclus…

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How To Land A Seat On A Corporate Board: Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire 50/50 Women On Boards 36:35

3M ago36:35

36:35

In this jam-packed episode, Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire, President of 50/50 Women on Boards, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to land a seat on a corporate board. In a conversation tailored specifically for lawyers, Betsy discusses why lawyers need more than governance experience to serve on corporate boards. She shares why building a network o…

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What It Takes To Be A Good Lawyer In The Legal Department: Dana Lira Warner Brothers Discovery 31:02

3M ago31:02

31:02

The client's definition of “a good lawyer” is different than yours." "Harry Potter's Lawyer" in-house veteran Dana Lira SVP Legal at Warner Brothers Discovery shares tactics for being a good business partner and building relationships with clients. We talk about why communication is one of the hardest "soft skills" to master in-house and how you ca…

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#40: 5 pieces of the weight loss puzzle you're missing 33:16

3M ago33:16

33:16

Imagine if I shared with you that sustainable weight loss is a complex puzzle with often overlooked pieces. Drawing from over a decade of dedicated research and learning in the fields of eating psychology, somatic work, trauma resolution, and healthy habit formation, I've developed a unique approach that steers clear of quick fixes and focuses on f…

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Leadership, Team Building, And Career Pivots In The Legal Department: Scott Becker Becker's Healthcare 39:26

4M ago39:26

39:26

Scott Becker created a massive media company while working as a lawyer. Over several decades, he and his CEO, Jessica Cole, built Becker's Healthcare, the largest media company focused solely on the healthcare industry. Today, with several daily newsletters, podcasts, conferences, and other events, Scott and Jessica develop an essential community f…

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#39: How to Stop Overeats 24:44

4M ago24:44

24:44

In this episode, I explore a client crush story that genuinely showcases the power of vulnerability and awareness in untangling overeating patterns. Discover how this client's journey led her to uncover deeper layers of her relationship with food and how she navigated through rebellious parts of herself to find peace and understanding. Witness my c…

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Network Building Is Essential In The Legal Department: Michael Melcher, Author, Your Invisible Network 39:42

4M ago39:42

39:42

In this "how to" episode, Michael Melcher, executive coach and author of Your Invisible Network, is in The Legal Department to share strategies for building your network. Relationships are essential to career success and can be a source of joy and fulfillment in life. In Your Invisible Network, Michael says that "relationships are a form of wealth …

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#38: Ready to finally get weight loss handled? 15:00

4M ago15:00

15:00

Sustainable weight loss and overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors can seem impossible for sure, and it’s not your fault! A multi-billion dollar weight loss industry feeds off our insecurities and basically just keeps us stuck in restriction and binge cycles. If you're ready to break free from the dieting cycle and truly transform your relationship w…

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How To Use Legal Operations To Level-Up The Legal Department: Mary O'Carroll Chief Community Officer Ironclad 37:44

4M ago37:44

37:44

If you’re a busy GC and you think you don’t have the time to think about legal operations, then you’re probably the very person who needs it the most. It’s a force multiplier that many GCs don’t know existed. On today's episode of The Legal Department Mary O'Carroll, former director of legal operations for Google, offers the "why" for GCs consideri…

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#37: What to do with all the FEELINGS!! 35:01

4M ago35:01

35:01

Dealing with our emotions is HARD. I know because I’ve been there and it took its time for me to fully start feeling them without turning to food to shove them down. In this episode, I’ll give you strategies for dealing with intense emotions without turning to food as a coping mechanism. Also, I’ll share practical tips and techniques to help you he…

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6 Steps To Make Your Organization Cyber Safe And Future Proof With Dominique Shelton Leipzig, Mayer Brown 39:44

4M ago39:44

39:44

Are you overwhelmed with worry about looming cyber threats and feel like your organization is a sitting duck? Dominique Shelton Leipzig, a privacy and cybersecurity partner at Mayer Brown, and also one of the world's leading thought leaders in digital privacy and data governance is here to give you a plan of action. On today's episode, Dominique sh…

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#36: To Feel... Or to Not Feel (stuff feelings down w/ food) 31:47

4M ago31:47

31:47

Feeling our emotions instead of using food to numb them is the ultimate end game. However, it is easier said than done. So, to feel or not to feel your emotions becomes a dilemma. For many of us, it is incredibly hard to feel our emotions and deal with the inner reasons why they come up in the first place. For that reason, I want to share insights …

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Intentional Professional Development In The Legal Department: Scott Westfahl, Director Harvard Law School Executive Education 37:02

5M ago37:02

37:02

Lawyers focus on developing technical skills and learning the law, but few of us spend much time on developing ourselves as leaders or cultivating a network. Scott Westfahl, Professor of Practice and Director of Executive Education at Harvard Law School, is here to tell you that technical skills are only one leg of the stool – to succeed in The Leg…

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#35: Do what you say you’re going to do: Here’s a powerful approach 21:32

5M ago21:32

21:32

Straight up, change is hard. No matter how good it is for you…no matter how much you want it…behavior change is just.plain.hard. That’s why I’m so excited to give you a behind-the-scenes sneak-peek inside one of our powerful group coaching calls inside of Hello Body Freedom. We explore the concept that self-sabotage is often just our brain's way of…

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What The Legal Department Needs To Know About Appeals: M.C. Sungaila Appellate Specialist 33:13

5M ago33:13

33:13

Litigation management is meat and potatoes for most in-house legal departments, but it's a rare case that goes up on appeal. The stakes are higher in those cases, and you need expert counsel to help navigate the process. Appellate specialist M.C. Sungaila is in The Legal Department to tell you what you need to know. She has appeared before many sta…

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Governance And Executive Comp Under The Golden Arches: Why Relationships Matter In The Legal Department With Chris Weber Of McDonald's 33:34

5M ago33:34

33:34

On this episode of The Legal Department, Chris Weber, Managing General Counsel of the iconic McDonald's corporation underscores again why building strong relationships is crucial to success in-house. Whether he is navigating tough governance issues, working with board members, or advising on executive comp under the Golden Arches, Chris shows why f…

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Crisis Communication And The Legal Department: Anne Marie Malecha CEO Dezenhall Resources 39:14

5M ago39:14

39:14

What do you do when a crisis hits your organization? Anne Marie Malecha, CEO of crisis communications firm Dezenhall Resources, shares tips on how to survive. Starting from aligning internally on the key objectives and using those as a north star to align legal and comms to weather the storm. Anne Marie provides concrete advice on establishing cris…

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You're In The Legal Department, Now What? Building Your Confidence As A GC Deborah Solmor Founder Of Ready Set GC 38:01

6M ago38:01

38:01

Deborah Solmor worked as a litigator at Skadden Arps and later as deputy general counsel and chief compliance officer of a public company. Despite these 20+ years of legal experience, the General Counsel role was "like nothing I had done in my career." Finding few resources for women lawyers new in their GC role, Deborah took the unlikely step of b…

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#34: How to handle inevitable health & weightloss setbacks 30:28

6M ago30:28

30:28

I want to make something clear: setbacks in life are not the exception. They are the rule. So, in this episode of the Hello Body Freedom podcast, I dive into the topic of handling setbacks on your health and weight loss journey. I’ll share my personal experience of getting sick and how it affected my progress. I’ll dive into: ❗Recognizing the role …

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The Legal Department Fundamentals: Handling #metoo Matters with Allison West Employment Practices 35:50

6M ago35:50

35:50

Employment law matters, especially #metoo complaints and investigations are meat and potatoes for an in-house attorney. In this episode, veteran employment lawyer Allison West shares the fundamentals of workplace investigations. She provides best practices for engaging investigators including how to avoid legal traps, ensuring independence and main…

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What The Legal Department Needs To Know About Antitrust: Leigh Oliver Of Clifford Chance 37:30

6M ago37:30

37:30

Antitrust is a highly technical area, but with increasing scrutiny from state and federal agencies, it’s an area that in-house counsel needs to know. In this in-depth episode, Antitrust expert Leigh Oliver of Clifford Chance breaks down four key areas for in-house counsel. Tune in and find out what should be on the "worry wall” in The Legal Departm…

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#33: How to Handle an Emotional Meltdown During a Health & Weightloss Quantum Leap Year 38:31

6M ago38:31

38:31

I'm sure we've all had emotional meltdowns at least once in our lifetimes. For some people, their emotions are so out of control in their everyday lives that this occurs even more frequently. Having emotional meltdowns is part of our human experience. But, if we want to live healthier and happier lives, we need the tools to manage our emotional res…

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Bonus Episode: Optimal Health In The Legal Department With Jenn Zerling Of JZ Fitness 40:12

6M ago40:12

40:12

Optimal performance in The Legal Department requires optimal health and wellness. In this bonus episode, health and wellness expert Jenn Zerling shares the five anchors for optimal health. Known as the "JZ High Five," these five steps will help you level up at work and in life. You should have a strong foundation of optimal health and avoid gamblin…

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From The Legal Department To The Conference Stage: How To Land And Deliver As A Speaker: Nas Panwar Chief Production Officer IPMI 32:38

6M ago32:38

32:38

Do you want to level up your profile as a legal thought leader? Gain exposure and showcase your knowledge and experience by getting a speaking gig at a conference. If this sounds like a stretch goal, Nas Panwar, Chief Production Officer of the International Performance Management Institute, offers concrete tips to get you there. Nas has produced th…

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#32: My Quantum Leap Year. Are you ready for yours? 36:28

6M ago36:28

36:28

This is our year to make progress. Therefore, I wanted to share with you the definition of a quantum leap year and how it can transform your body and health. So, are you ready for yours? In this episode, I'll talk about my journey towards creating a quantum leap year and some practical steps to achieve your quantum leap in your health and weight lo…

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What The Legal Department Needs To Know About Insurance: Jacque Burke Of Cooley LLP 38:00

6M ago38:00

38:00

It can seem like a sleepy topic, until it isn't. Insurance is an asset that all organizations need, so it is incumbent on in-house attorneys to understand insurance fundamentals. In today's episode of The Legal Department, insurance specialist Jacque Burke from Cooley LLP breaks down the basics of insurance with Stacy Bratcher, as well as what in-h…

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#31: How to Create a Quantum Leap In Your Health & Weight Loss Journey 35:29

7M ago35:29

35:29

Mindset. A word that'd been said everywhere and something we should all take a closer look at. In this episode, I want to talk about the power of your mindset and how it can help us create our desired reality. Don't miss this episode as I'll dive into: A powerful exercise that involves visualizing your future self and writing a journal entry from h…

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What Recruiters Are Looking For In The Legal Department: Edina Beasley And Heather Fine Of Major Lindsey & Africa 42:11

7M ago42:11

42:11

Building relationships extends outside of The Legal Department. In this episode, legal recruiters Edina Beasley and Heather Fine of Major Lindsey & Africa take us behind the curtain to learn what companies are looking for in their next general counsel or chief legal officer. Heather and Edina share how to build a relationship with recruiters, how t…

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#30: If you want to lose weight... PLEASE DONT START ANOTHER DIET! 44:42

7M ago44:42

44:42

Did you know about the harmful effects of diets and diet culture? Many people enter this cycle without knowing how diets impact their bodies. That's why I wanted to share some eye-opening statistics and research that reveal why diets fail and why they can be detrimental to our physical and mental well-being. Don't miss this episode because I'll div…

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Leadership Development In The Legal Department With Jeannine Taylor, Deputy General Counsel Of Keck Medicine Of USC 30:28

7M ago30:28

30:28

Jeannine Taylor of Keck Medicine of USC shares her journey into a senior leadership position at a top 20 academic medical center in this episode of The Legal Department podcast. While leading the legal team at a $3 billion health system, Jeannine also serves as president of the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, California's largest women's …

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Executive Coach Glenn Llopis On Why Trusting Yourself Is Essential To Success In The Legal Department 33:15

7M ago33:15

33:15

Success isn't just about winning cases; it's finding fulfillment, breaking free from the legal box, and having the courage to trust yourself. Today's guest is Glenn Llopis, executive coach, Forbes contributor, best-selling author and former talent scout for Love Connection. He discusses breaking free from professional constraints and unleashing you…

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#29: Why Emotional Resiliency is KEY for Weight Loss (+ 5 steps to get it!) 45:31

8M ago45:31

45:31

Christmas is just a few days ahead of us and we all know that high-intensity feelings and experiences will also come with and sabotage our efforts to enjoy it. So, in this episode, I’ll talk about the concept of emotional resiliency and how it can transform your weight loss journey. I’ll also share five steps to help you build emotional resiliency …

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7 Things I Did To Become A General Counsel: Joe Schohl On His Path To The Legal Department 34:13

8M ago34:13

34:13

Joe Schohl set out to become a public company GC before turning 40. He wrote this goal on a piece of paper and carried it in his pocket until he landed a General Counsel role at the nation's largest dialysis provider, Davita, at age 34. He later became Chief Legal Officer of Radiology Partners and also founded the health law firm General Counsel We…

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Run The Board: Governance Essentials For The Legal Department With Lisa Hatton Harrington 35:32

8M ago35:32

35:32

It is quite the leap to go from in-house counsel to the board of directors. The transferable skills are definitely there, but there are governance essentials you have to practically learn on the job. We talk about this fascinating topic with today’s guest. Lisa Hatton Harrington has been Corporate Secretary and Chief Legal Officer to global, public…

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#28: Stress Eating Cycle + How to Break it. 34:57

8M ago34:57

34:57

I don't know about you but stress eating was a real thing in my life for many years. We all go through experiences and situations that hijack our nervous system and we enter this cycle of eating our emotions over and over again. Today, I want to teach you how to focus on addressing the underlying emotional issues that drive stress eating to break t…

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