Best Grantmakers For Education Podcasts (2024)

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IEFG BIG Series: Measuring what Matters in EdTech 37:13

10h ago37:13

37:13

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the IEFG Brains in Gear Series. In this conversation, our hosts and guests will demystify how we measure the impact of EdTech. They will discuss the need and methods used to ensure we're collecting the right kind of evidence to ascertain that a particular EdTech has its intended effect on students' learning. The h…

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IEFG BIG Series: Bridging Learning Inequity with EdTech 38:34

6d ago38:34

38:34

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the IEFG Brains in Gear series. Can EdTech be the force for bridging learning inequities, or will it exacerbate them even further? Hear the perspectives of our hosts and their guests as they discuss this and consider possible roadmaps to navigate this divide. Our hosts are Raman Sidhu is the CEO of the Octava Foun…

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IEFG BIG Series: Setting The Bar for Good EdTech 32:23

14d ago32:23

32:23

Send us a Text Message. Setting the bar for good edtech Welcome to the IEFG Brains in Gear series. Explore the maze of standards for Edtech in this episode. Procurement decisions and quality of the edtech hinges on the standards, but who sets them, and how can they help all the stakeholders who use them. Join us as we unpack this. Our hosts will be…

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Love as a Leadership Competency 42:37

18d ago42:37

42:37

Kersy Azocar, President and CEO of Greenline Access Capital, joins our host Uva Coles in this episode of Our WellSpring. With over 16 years of experience in the financial industry, Kersy has grown into her leadership agency, voice, and strength through experience, training, and by learning from other leaders along the way. Kersy leverages her passi…

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IEFG BIG Series: The Promise of AI in Underserved Education Systems 43:45

20d ago43:45

43:45

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the IEFG Brains in Gear series. In today's episode, we take a closer look at AI and its impact on classrooms, especially in low and middle-income geographies. The conversation will be amongst the following speakers: Ana C Rold is an award-winning media executive and entrepreneur. She is the Founder of Diplomatic C…

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IEFG BIG Series: Walking the Tight Rope of EdTech - The potentials and pitfalls of technology in learning. 42:38

28d ago42:38

42:38

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the IEFG Brains in Gear series. This episode examines potentials and pitfalls of Edtech in the low and middle income contexts. What are some things that Edtech can help with and what are places you need to exercise caution? Listen to the episode and learn about all this. Our hosts will be: Jani Moliis from the JBJ…

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Reclaiming Our Education 39:14

1M ago39:14

39:14

In this special bonus episode, our host, Uva Coles, speaks to YouthBuild student leaders Adrianna Avila and Mirahcle Sanders. Adrianna and Mirahcle are bonded by a time-tested friendship and by navigating similarly challenging experiences. Both emerging leaders in their own right, the duo found the support system, agency, and community they were se…

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Taking Luck Out of the Equation 50:47

2M ago50:47

50:47

In this episode, Le’Yondo Dunn, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School, joins our host Uva Coles. In a candid conversation, Dunn and Uva speak out about the importance of representation, share lived experiences, talk about mental health, and emphasize how we can’t leave the future of our young people in the hands of…

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Building Environments Worthy of Our Communities 41:50

2M ago41:50

41:50

In this episode, our host, Uva Coles, speaks with Bob Nardo, founding executive director of Libertas School of Memphis, the first Montessori neighborhood turnaround and charter school in Tennessee, and Arete Memphis Public Montessori Residency, the nation’s first dual-licensure urban teacher residency. Bob talks about his path to becoming an educat…

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Humanity in Animal Welfare 49:06

3M ago49:06

49:06

In this episode, Uva Coles, Our WellSpring’s host, speaks with Dr. Candace Croney, Associate Vice-Provost for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging and Director of Purdue University’s Center for Animal Welfare Science. A highly regarded and accomplished animal welfare professional and advocate, Dr. Croney delicately balances the hypervisible with the …

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Student-Centered Assessment with Temple Lovelace and Susan Lyons 1:08:33

4M ago1:08:33

1:08:33

In the final episode of Season 2, we are joined by Dr. Temple Lovelace, executive director of Assessment for Good, and Dr. Susan Lyons, co-founder and executive director of Women in Measurement. They are colleagues and leaders in the field of educational measurement, challenging fundamental assumptions that underpin how our dominant education syste…

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How It Started, How It's Going 1:08:22

4M ago1:08:22

1:08:22

In this episode, SPP’s Chief Learning Officer Uva Coles speaks with Jessica and Joanna Berwind about their family life and upbringing (as sisters!) and their journey conceptualizing and leading the establishment of Spring Point Partners with their siblings. They tap into the importance of making mistakes and unleashing creativity. They also reflect…

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Leading Leaders 21:49

4M ago21:49

21:49

In this episode, Uva Coles, Our WellSpring’s host and Spring Point Partners’ Chief Learning Officer, speaks to Catherine Murphy, President of Spring Point Partners. In our pursuit to uncover origin stories this season, we must begin with our own. Catherine speaks on her passion and pursuit of leadership, while not always identifying as a leader. He…

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Prologue 2:20

4M ago2:20

2:20

Welcome to Our WellSpring, the Spring Point Partners podcast featuring remarkable leaders who are shifting narratives in their field and in the world. In Season 1, we’ll be exploring leadership origin stories that impact what we do and how we do it. We’ll shed light on the source of something beautiful - human-centered leadership. This season we wi…

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Trailer - IEFG Brains in Gear Series on Education Technology 1:30

4M ago1:30

1:30

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Brains in Gear or the BIG series! This is a series of podcasts curated by the International Education Funders Groups (IEFG) around varied themes most relevant to the current global landscape in education. This year, the theme is EdTech, which is quite the buzz at the moment, given all the whirlwind of informat…

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An Introducation to the International Education Funders Group 28:26

4M ago28:26

28:26

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the inaugural episode of 97BN, the International Education Funders Group (IEFG) Podcast! 🎙️ Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to explore the world of education philanthropy and the impactful work of our members. In this first episode, we provide listeners with an introduction to the IEFG and the dedica…

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Doing Philanthropy Differently with Jamie Allison 58:29

5M ago58:29

58:29

In this episode of the Future of Smart podcast, host Ulcca Joshi Hansen speaks with Jamie Allison, executive director of the Walter and Elise Haas Fund, which collaborates with partners whose work provides access and opportunity, building a more equitable community in the Bay Area. Their conversation explores the ideological shifts that have led th…

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Expanding Definitions of Success, Equity and Innovation with Mia Howard 1:09:09

5M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

In this week’s episode, Ulcca speaks with Mia Howard, managing partner and leader of Innovative Schools at NewSchools Venture Fund. Mia and Ulcca explore the work being done by a new generation of school leaders who are dedicated to building more human-centered programs that embrace expanded definitions of success, equity and innovation. Learn abou…

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Innovation as Human-Centered Design with Jenny Curtin 53:08

6M ago53:08

53:08

Ulcca and Jenny Curtin, Director of Education at the Barr Foundation, explore the innovative approaches and human-centered design principles that are transforming education. Gain insights into how these efforts are ensuring that every student not only completes their high school journey successfully but also becomes an active and engaged member of …

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Reimagining Student Outcomes with Laurie Gagnon 51:45

6M ago51:45

51:45

In this episode, Ulcca Joshi Hansen interviews Laurie Gagnon, Program Director for CompetencyWorks at the Aurora Institute. They discuss competency-based approaches to education that organize learning around demonstrated skills and knowledge rather than lockstep grade-level standards. Gagnon explains how competency models better account for individ…

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Neurodiversity and a System for All Minds with Dr. Temple Grandin 42:31

7M ago42:31

42:31

This week’s guest is world-renowned animal rights advocate and autism spokesperson, Dr. Temple Grandin. Having spent her career exercising her skills in service of humane animal treatment in the livestock industry, Dr. Grandin is becoming increasingly engaged in educating communities about the need to recognize and support diverse kinds of minds wi…

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The transformation of a grantmaker: the Smallwood Trust 56:28

7M ago56:28

56:28

This episode covers the transformative journey of grantmaker, the Smallwood Trust. I speak to Paul Carbury (CEO) and Ambreen Shah (Trustee), as they shed light on the Trust’s metamorphosis over the past six and a half years. Expect insights into the trust’s evolution from implementing governance changes, to experimenting with funding models, to mod…

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This Moment and Movement 46:53

8M ago46:53

46:53

Join us for a special conversation between civil rights icon Dr. Bernard Lafayette, Jr., and LaShawn Routé Chatmon, executive director of the National Equity Project. In this intimate chat held prior to their 2023 EdFunders conference plenary session, they explore lessons from America’s civil rights movement and their relevance at a moment when man…

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Charity Leadership, Workforce Development and Building Effective Teams, with Rob Laycock 1:08:23

8M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Keywords: Charity Leadership, Workforce Development, Great Teams, Emotional Intelligence, Shared Purpose, Trust, Continuous Learning. In this episode, we learn about charity Leadership and workforce development with Rob Laycock, co-founder of Yes We Can Community CIC. Known for his expertise in supporting the voluntary sector in the Northeast, Rob …

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Opening New Paths for Philanthropy 56:48

8M ago56:48

56:48

In this episode of the Future of Smart podcast, host Ulcca Joshi Hansen speaks with Christina Engel and Tiffany Johnson of Magic Cabinet, a philanthropic organization that seeks to shift power dynamics in philanthropy by championing community-driven grantmaking. Engel and Johnson explain how Magic Cabinet centers community voice, builds trust, and …

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Intergenerational Work with Student Parents to Enable Postsecondary Success with Nicole Lynn Lewis 53:00

9M ago53:00

53:00

In this thought-provoking episode of the Future of Smart podcast, guest Nicole Lynn Lewis, founder of Generation Hope, shares her personal journey from being a pregnant teenager to a college graduate and a change-maker. She discusses the societal biases and stereotypes that often limit the potential of teen and student parents, particularly within …

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Deep dive on legacy fundraising with Richard Radcliffe 43:35

9M ago43:35

43:35

Keywords: Legacy Giving, Fundraising, Donors, Local Charities, Legacy Marketing, Impact Report, Gifts In Wills. Join us in this fascinating discussion with Richard Radcliffe, a legacy fundraising expert, who shares his wealth of knowledge on legacy giving. We talk about the power of legacies in fundraising and how it is becoming an increasingly sig…

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion – Moving from talk to action with Ngozi Lyn Cole 1:02:03

9M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Keywords: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Psychological Safety, Code of Respect, Intersectionality. In this podcast episode, I had an insightful discussion with consultant and coach Ngozi Lyn Cole about enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in organizations. We explored the critical elements that make an organisation more inclusive and diverse, …

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Using Tech to Create More Human-Centered Support Systems with Alexandra Bernadotte 55:50

10M ago55:50

55:50

In this episode of the Future of Smart podcast, host Ulcca Joshi Hansen interviews Alexandra Bernadotte, founder of Beyond 12, a tech-enabled nonprofit that supports students in navigating the complex higher education ecosystem. Bernadotte shares her own experiences as a first-generation college student and discusses how Beyond 12 leverages technol…

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Harnessing creativity and innovation in charities with Lucy Gower 42:25

10M ago42:25

42:25

Episode keywords: Creativity, Innovation, Fundraising, Nonprofit, Charities, Fear, Long-Term Thinking, Acknowledging Failure, Psychological Safety, Nurturing People, Involving Audience, Problem-Solving, Learning from Failure. Episode description: Creativity in problem-solving and innovation in transforming these solutions into tangible results - si…

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Something Old Becomes New with Bill Milliken 50:30

10M ago50:30

50:30

We launch Season 2 in conversation with Bill Milliken, founder of Communities in Schools, and author of “The Last Dropout: A Model for Creating Educational Equity.” Public schools failed to meet Bill’s needs as a young person and a learner, instilling in him a sense of worthlessness. An adult volunteer who wouldn’t give up on him enabled him to bel…

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Understanding Donor Needs and the Art of Individual Fundraising with Mark Phillips 1:04:49

10M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Episode keywords: Fundraising, Donor Needs, Response Rates, ROI, Digital Fundraising, Personalised Donor Care, Donor Engagement, Effective Strategies, Cultivating Relationships, Small Charities. Episode description: In this episode, we welcome Mark Phillips, founder of Fundraising Agency BlueFrog, who shares his decades of experience working with l…

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Personal loss, charity start-up, mindset transformation, toxic perfectionism, learning from failure, creative potential and more with founder CEO Jennie Cashman Wilson 53:43

11M ago53:43

53:43

Keywords: Running a Charity, Start-up, Learning from Failure, Mindset Transformation, Money Mindset, Toxic Perfectionism, Succession Planning, Risk-Taking, Creative Potential. Description: Imagine turning personal loss into a legacy of hope, inspiration, and creativity. The incredible journey of Jennie Cashman Wilson, founder and CEO of the Abram W…

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Meet Nicole Rodriguez Leach, EdFunders' New Executive Director 56:28

11M ago56:28

56:28

This conversation between Nicole Rodriguez Leach and podcast host Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen, chief program officer, explores the personal and career paths that led Nicole to her new position, her insights into education philanthropy, what to look forward to at the conference, and more. Learn More about Grantmakers for Education: Click here If you are …

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Voice of the charity sector, Debra Allcock Tyler (on Purposely Podcast) 49:56

11M ago49:56

49:56

This episode is brought to you by our friends at Purposely Podcast: Established in 1988, DSC has been a trusted resource in the non-profit sector, providing vital research, high-quality training, and ongoing support to charity leaders and volunteers. In addition, DSC advocates on behalf of organisations facing tough challenges, from economic crises…

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Build a better network to grow partnerships, income and impact, with Oli Barrett MBE 44:49

12M ago44:49

44:49

Keywords: Charities, social enterprises, cross-sector partnerships, serial co-founder, networking, relationships. Description: Ever dreamt of striking an audacious partnership, but held back because you thought it was too bold? In this episode, we welcome Oli Barrett, a serial co-founder whose remarkable journey has seen him setting up impactful so…

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Social impact and innovation at Winning Scotland, with CEO Zahra Hedges 48:09

12M ago48:09

48:09

Keywords: Innovation, Programme Lifecycle, Impact Evaluation, Partnerships, Social Enterprise, Winning Scotland, Charity, Social Change, Board Champions. Description: Can you imagine crafting a future where children are not just surviving their circumstances but thriving in them? That's precisely what Zahra Hedges, the dynamic CEO of Winning Scotla…

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The state of charitable giving in the UK: Insights from the 2023 Giving Report 40:10

12M ago40:10

40:10

Keywords: Charitable Giving in the UK, Giving Behaviour, UK Giving Report 2023, Giving Trends, Philanthropy, Volunteering, Fundraising, Cost Of Living Crisis, Donations, Philanthropists, Charity Resilience. Description: Charities Aid Foundation’s UK Giving research is the largest study of giving behaviour in the UK, with survey responses from a rep…

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How can we grow giving at scale? A conversation with Howard Lake 33:30

1y ago33:30

33:30

Episode keywords: Fundraising, giving, philanthropy, grantmaking, fintech, AI. Episode description: Philanthropy is in desperate need of a revolution. With the advent of digital fundraising tools, many expected giving to grow exponentially, but this has not been the case. Instead, giving has plateaued over the past decade, leaving many charities st…

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Embracing joy and anti-racism in the charity sector: A conversation with Martha Awojobi 52:03

1y ago52:03

52:03

Discover the powerful intersection of charity work, anti-racism, and joyfulness as we engage in an eye-opening conversation with Martha Awojobi, founder of JMB Consulting and curator of BAME Online. Get ready to challenge your perspectives on anti-racism as we dive into the daily commitment required to dismantle racist systems and the necessary ste…

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Increase your charity’s income and impact with the help of our guests 0:57

1y ago0:57

0:57

Hello, welcome to the Charity Impact Podcast from me Alex Blake, your podcast host. The aim of the podcast is to help you increase your charity’s income and impact by sharing the experience and expertise of our guests. We aim to showcase a diverse range of guests, including people whose voices have been less heard as well as established leaders in …

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First 100 days as Charity CEO with Anne Fry, CEO, Eating Distress North East 20:51

1y ago20:51

20:51

We're thrilled to have Anne Fry, CEO of Eating Distress Northeast, join us as she shares the experience of her first 100 days in a charity CEO role. Anne describes how she prepared for the role and what the priorities have been in the first few months. Anne shares the three questions she asked all staff and trustees; the support she has accessed an…

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Creating Lasting Community Impact with Social Entrepreneur and Charity CEO Ruth Ibegbuna 37:37

1y ago37:37

37:37

In social entrepreneurship, staying true to grassroots needs holds the key to success and impact. Ruth Ibegbuna, a renowned social entrepreneur and founder of multiple social impact organisations, shares her experience including meeting the needs of communities, fundraising, working with funders and starting and leading grassroots organisations. If…

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Fundraising and brand building for social impact: Ben Lindsay’s insights on tackling violence affecting young people 1:10:55

1y ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Fundraising and brand building, alongside developing relationships and partnerships is how Ben Lindsay OBE has successfully founded and grown the charity, Power the Fight, which works to address violence affecting young people. Listen in to learn about the issue and the mixed funding model Ben and is team are developing. Episode Keywords: Youth Vio…

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Revolutionising Community Organising Funding with Civic Power Fund’s Martha Mackenzie 38:10

1y ago38:10

38:10

Discover the power of community organising, the lack of funding for grassroots movements and how the Civic Power Fund is addressing this issue through participatory grantmaking and funder collaboration. Episode Keywords: Community Organising, Social Justice Funding, Self-Determination, People Power, Solidarity, Civic Power Fund, Participatory Grant…

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Tech for Good and digital resilience for charities, with Annie Legg of Dot Project 49:36

1y ago49:36

49:36

Hear about the funding landscape for charity digital projects, digital resilience for charities, tech for good initiatives, convening networks and running a cooperative. Episode Keywords: Digital Resilience, Tech for Good, Funding Landscape, Digital Projects, Cooperative, COVID-19, Charities, Long-term Funding, Digital Transformation, Ethical Chall…

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Radical social change with Alex Fox OBE, Charity CEO 58:06

1+ y ago58:06

58:06

“Ask what a good life looks like rather than what a good service looks like.” “How we work is as important as what we do as charities.” “We could be approaching some really radical changes in the charity sector, which we should be excited about.” This conversation includes: Finding alternatives to traditional social care Shared Lives and Homeshare …

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Digital for charities and nonprofits with Ross McCulloch, Founder of Third Sector Lab 51:40

1+ y ago51:40

51:40

Are you interested in harnessing technology for social impact at your charity, social enterprise or non profit? Are you interested in digital improvement or digital transformation? Much of the nonprofit sector is way behind where it could be in terms of digital capabilities, so Ross McCulloch talks us through key areas charity leaders and teams nee…

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Social investment with Nick Temple, funding charities and social enterprises to grow their impact 53:57

1+ y ago53:57

53:57

In this episode of the Charity Impact podcast, I talk to Nick Temple, CEO of Social Investment Business, so if you’re interested in social investment for your charity or social enterprise, or if you’re just looking for some insight into the current social investment market as I was, then this episode is for you. * The Charity Impact podcast is the …

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Funding racial justice and social change with Derek Bardowell; highlighting new funders and changemakers that are showing us how things could be different. 57:07

1+ y ago57:07

57:07

Derek Bardowell and Alex Blake discuss new approaches to funding racial justice and social change, highlighting initiatives that are setting an example of what a fairer society could look like. The Charity Impact podcast is the in-depth podcast for people working in the charity / non-profit sector, or more broadly to achieve social impact and/or so…

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