Best Mike Amp Ben Podcasts (2024)

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Live at TrustCon 2024 1:00:50

7h ago1:00:50

1:00:50

In the first ever live recording of Ctrl-Alt-Speech, Mike and Ben are joined at TrustCon 2024 by Dona Bellow, Platform Safety Policy at Reddit, and Alice Hunsberger, PartnerHero’s VP of Trust & Safety and Content Moderation, to round up the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, including: Meta content moderation …

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Ep 152 Mike Tramp (Mike Tramp's White Lion) 45:42

3h ago45:42

45:42

Mike Tramp sits down to discuss his latest album Songs of White Lion Vol II, tour plans and touring today, what really happened to White Lion and a lot more! Watch this conversation & subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RNRcoffeeshow Visit the website: http://www.RNRcoffeeshow.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…

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77 Surf Club with Ty Haft 1:15:37

1h ago1:15:37

1:15:37

In this episode of the Swell Season Surf Podcast, we talk with Ty Haft, a director, cinematographer, and photographer who transitioned from Hermosa Beach, California to New York. His work is layered with outdoors lifestyle, documentary adventures as well as contemporary fashion. For Ty, the ocean serves as the preferred muse offering unique contras…

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Spotlight: Modulate CEO Mike Pappas on Voice Moderation 36:07

3h ago36:07

36:07

In this sponsored Spotlight episode of Ctrl-Alt-Speech, host Ben Whitelaw talks to Mike Pappas, the founder & CEO of our launch sponsor Modulate, which builds prosocial voice technology that combats online toxicity and elevates the health and safety of online communities. Their conversation takes an in-depth look at how voice is becoming an increas…

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Ep. 187: James Blunt 1:10:49

21m ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Today’s guest is a songwriting legend who has knocked out seven albums over two decades, sold over 20 million records worldwide, and garnered countless accolades. After serving in the British Army, this writer's career launched into the stratosphere with one of the most evergreen evergreens ever. Following the success of his debut album, our guest …

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Ep 151 Mark "Weissguy" Weiss 54:07

4d ago54:07

54:07

Mark "Weiss Guy" Weiss joins me as we explore the incredible career of this legendary rock photographer who captured the raw energy and rebellious spirit of rock 'n' roll’s biggest stars. From the electrifying photos and album covers of Cinderella, Motley Crue, Twisted Sister, and Ozzy Osbourne to the stories behind the shots, hear about the magic …

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Conspiracies Abhor a Vacuum 53:21

2h ago53:21

53:21

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Russia and China pounce on Trump rally shooting to undermine U.S. (Washington Post) The Gunshots Rang Out. Then the Conspiracy Theories Erupted Online (New York Times) Chaos on social media platforms after Trump shooting is a…

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Lord Bords with Rachel Lord 1:47:45

6h ago1:47:45

1:47:45

Rachel Lord bought her first surfboard at age 29. It was a $200 used Fineline. She took it straight to El Porto, and proceeded to put in her time and take her licks. She was told over and over that you can’t get good after your teens. She didn’t know if she would ever be a competent surfer. Let alone a competitive and stand out surfer. But she was …

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President Trump is shot. An interview with Daniel Greenfield 37:54

15m ago37:54

37:54

AJ Steel shares his thoughts on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. He is later joined by Daniel Greenfield to talk about the volatile political situation in the United States, and to hear his analysis of Israel's multi front war. Daniel Greenfield is a Shillman Journalism Fellow, and VP at the David Horowitz Freedom Center. He is also the…

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Over to EU, Elon 43:24

18h ago43:24

43:24

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by guest host Domonique Rai-Varming, Senior Director, Trust & Safety at Trustpilot. Together they cover: Amazon, Expedia and Trustpilot unite to fight fake reviews (BBC) EU charges Elon Musk’s X for letting disinfo run wild (Polit…

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Surf Bugle with Ben Mondy 1:43:12

4d ago1:43:12

1:43:12

Since launching its first SuperOcean dive watch back in 1957, Breitling has cultivated a special connection with the surf community, one based on a sense of adventure and a shared love of the sea. Many of you would have noticed surfing legends such as Kelly Slater, Steph Gilmore, Sally Fitzgibbons sporting their watches lately in ad campaigns. So, …

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Ep 150 Sam 'Spade' Morris (The Midnight Devils) 28:26

5d ago28:26

28:26

Sam 'Spade' Morris of The Midnight Devils joins me as he dives deep into the making of their latest album, "So Hard It Hurts"! From the inspiration behind the tracks to the band's creative process in the studio, Sam shares details about the evolution of the album and what fans can expect. Subscribe for more great interviews! https://www.youtube.com…

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Ep. 186: Lauren Daigle 1:15:53

5d ago1:15:53

1:15:53

Today’s guest is a spectacular vocalist, songwriter, and humanitarian. Hailing from Louisiana, this writer grew up immersed in the zydeco, blues, and Cajun music scene. Nicknamed “the music box,” by her mother, she became obsessed with making music when bedridden due to an illness at 15. Since then, she’s dedicated her life to music. This two-time …

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Xi Van Fleet warns AJ Steel and America about the CCP's plans for world domination. 32:20

9d ago32:20

32:20

Long Before the famous Tucker Carlson interview, AJ Steel talked to Xi Van Fleet, a woman who has lived under Mao's China and knows all about his diabolical cultural revolution. You may have seen her on Hannity, Newsmax, FOX and Friends, and the infamous Loudoun County school board meetings, but you've never heard her like you will here on The AJ S…

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Minisode: The Supreme Court's NetChoice Ruling 19:23

21d ago19:23

19:23

Although our hosts are both on vacation this week, we didn’t want to leave our listeners waiting too long for an update on today’s big news about online speech: the Supreme Court’s ruling in the NetChoice cases, which sends the Texas and Florida laws that would limit the ability of online platforms to moderate political speech back to the lower cou…

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A Lack of (Under)Standing 55:39

15d ago55:39

55:39

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Supreme Court Sees Through The Nonsense, Rejects Lower Courts’ Rulings Regarding Social Media Moderation (Techdirt) How Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Failed Children on Safety, States Say (New York Times) New Features to Help Protec…

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Ep. 185: Billy Steinberg 1:27:21

19d ago1:27:21

1:27:21

Today’s guest is a songwriting hall of fame who has been a fixture in the writing scene for decades. Defining and launching careers one lyric at a time, this writer has crafted anthems for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Whitney Houston, Heart, The Bangles, Pretenders, Linda Ronstadt, Jojo, Demi Lovato, and many more. As much as these songs launched these a…

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This Podcast May be Hazardous to Moral Panics 52:44

22d ago52:44

52:44

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Surgeon General: Why I’m Calling for a Warning Label on Social Media Platforms (New York Times) The Surgeon General Is Wrong. Social Media Doesn’t Need Warning Labels (The Daily Beast) Anthropic calls for AI red teaming to be…

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The Juneteenth Beach Kickback with Quest Soliman 1:23:51

1M ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Quest Soliman has become a staple in NY surfing over the last few years. I’ve rarely seen someone who has started surfing so late in life, take to surfing the way he has. He’s been ripping the beaches of Rockaway but has also made a huge impact on the community and is giving back in so many ways. Whether it’s organizing events for surfers young and…

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The Arab Street Comes to Downtown America. Thane Rosenbaum tells AJ Steel about Jewish stupidity, Christian weakness, and America's decline. 1:06:53

29d ago1:06:53

1:06:53

Law Professor and Middle East analyst Thane Rosenbaum tells AJ about the ascendency of the Arab street in America and what it means for Jews, Christians, and White people in general. This no holds barred discussion also delves into Israel's war in Gaza, and the betrayal of Jewish people by progressives and the Democratic party. He also doesn't hold…

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Moderating Politics & Politicizing Moderation 49:21

29d ago49:21

49:21

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Meta says it won’t support suit against major child safety law (Washington Post) Obstacles to Autonomy: Post-Roe Removal of Abortion Information Online (Amnesty International) Abortion Groups Say Tech Companies Suppress Posts…

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Smoke & Mirrors! AJ Steel and Mike McCormick talk about the Hunter Biden trial & Vatican/Iran Collusion 56:15

1M ago56:15

56:15

AJ Steel interviews Mike McCormick who attended the Hunter Biden gun trial in person, and who worked with 4 presidents and released the Hunter Biden laptop from hell to the media. Mr. McCormick gives a great assessment of the impact of the trial on Joe Biden, as well as on his reelection chances, but also surprises with insider information about th…

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Ep. 184: Ilsey Juber 1:17:38

1M ago1:17:38

1:17:38

Today's guest is a multi-faceted songwriter who is as versatile as she is accomplished. Topping charts from multiple genres, this writer’s vocal chops are brilliantly unique. Her songwriting wisdom is unparalleled. She’s written with huge names from just about every genre — Drake, Miley Cyrus, Harry Styles, Kasey Musgraves, David Guetta, Nas, Panic…

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Montauk Surf Journals with Tony Caramanico 1:13:31

1M ago1:13:31

1:13:31

On a bright sunny day at Gilgo Beach in 1963, a 13 year old Tony Caramonico remembers paddling out and catching the white water as the wave broke behind him. The unparalleled sensation of riding his first wave ushered in a sense of purpose and destiny. Surfing would be his North Star. A lot of people were surfers at the time and life got in the way…

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The Internet is (Still) for Porn, with Yoel Roth 52:44

1M ago52:44

52:44

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by guest host Yoel Roth, former head of trust & safety at Twitter and now head of trust & safety at Match Group. Together they cover: X tweaks rules to formally allow adult content (TechCrunch) Temu joins Shein in facing stricter …

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Won't Someone Please Think of the Adults? 53:04

1M ago53:04

53:04

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: EU Explores Whether Telegram Falls Under Strict New Content Law (Bloomberg) Too Small to Police, Too Big to Ignore: Telegram Is the App Dividing Europe (Bloomberg) NIST Reports First Results From Age Estimation Software Evalu…

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Feeling For The Light with James Katsipis 1:47:25

1M ago1:47:25

1:47:25

James Katsipis is a Montauk-born artist, known for his exceptional ocean photography and stunning visual art. Over two decades ago, Katsipis began traveling around the world shooting and exploring distant shores as an adventure and surf photographer. Growing up in and around the ocean is the natural theme and influence throughout his portfolio. Tod…

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Ep. 183: James Bay pt.2 59:51

2M ago59:51

59:51

Today’s three-time Grammy Award-nominated, two-time BRIT Award recipient, claimed top honors at the Ivor Novellos not just because he is an authentic crooner but because he is a prolific song craftsman. His work is known globally but his story started at open mic nights. His raw talent was captured on camera by a fan and uploaded via YouTube, which…

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Deepfake It Till You Make It 57:42

2M ago57:42

57:42

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Meta and Coinbase link up with Match to fight pig-butchering, romance scams (Fortune) Indian Voters Are Being Bombarded With Millions of Deepfakes. Political Candidates Approve (Wired) Meta says AI-generated election content …

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A Walk On Water with Jesse Faen 1:36:05

2M ago1:36:05

1:36:05

Jesse Faen is an Australian-born wanderer who’s been surfing for the past four decades and is now a dedicated kite, wing, and foil enthusiast. Jesse’s been around the block when it comes to the surf industry, working as an editor for Waves Magazine in Australia and Surfing Magazine in the US before working as the media director for the ASP (now WSL…

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EP 149 Derek Davis (Babylon A.D.) 55:44

2M ago55:44

55:44

Derek Davis, the lead singer of Babylon A.D., joins me as we dive into the band's latest record, "Rome Wasn't Built In A Day." Get an inside look at the creative process behind the new album, The role of AI in the music industry, the story behind why "Desperate" was not released as a single and may have marked the end of an era for the band, plus a…

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Do You Really Want the Government in Your DMs? 48:11

2M ago48:11

48:11

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Commission opens formal proceedings against Meta under the Digital Services Act related to the protection of minors on Facebook and Instagram (European Commission) Meta, TikTok, other platforms told to expect EU guidelines so…

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Finisterre with Tom Kay 1:16:52

2M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

Finisterre which in latin: finis terrae; means 'end of the earth'. Is a brand that exists first and foremost to meet the needs of the cold water surfer both in and out of the water. People like to call them the UK version of Patagonia but, I’d wager founder Tom Kay must have mixed feelings about those comparisons. To be compared to an industry lead…

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Ep. 182: Gracie Abrams 1:33:23

2M ago1:33:23

1:33:23

Today’s guest is one of the leading young voices in the pop world. With her breakout hit in 2019, this writer instantly connected with listeners, and through hard work and a steady stream of releases, she has built a fiercely loyal fanbase. Her debut album came out in early 2023 and received high praise for its poetic honesty and depiction of the t…

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Between a Rock and a Hard Policy 51:20

3M ago51:20

51:20

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Stack Overflow bans users en masse for rebelling against OpenAI partnership (Tom's Hardware) Tech firms must tame toxic algorithms to protect children online (Ofcom) Reddit Lays Out Content Policy While Seeking More Licensing…

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Wavemaker: Nick Hounsfield 2:03:05

2M ago2:03:05

2:03:05

Nick Hounsfield was introduced to surfing by his father Brian in the mid 1970s on his regular visits to Cornwall in the United Kingdom. He has been an avid surfer ever since.Nick became an Osteopath by trade and founded a successful family business with this wife. But as time wore on and when Nick’s father passed away in the late 2000’s, he started…

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This One Weird Trick to Save the Open Internet 1:04:28

3M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by guest host Alex Feerst, former General Counsel and head of trust & safety at Medium, and co-founder of the Digital Trust & Safety Partnership. Together they cover: Was There A Trojan Horse Hidden In Section 230 All Along That C…

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I Heard There Were No Waves in New Jersey with Mike May, Danny DiMauro & Mark Neustadter 1:41:14

2M ago1:41:14

1:41:14

Often overlooked for the warmer waters of its Hawaiian and Californian counterparts, the Atlantic coast of New Jersey has been home to surfing for 135 years, and in turn has held unsung influence over the history of the sport in America. - Danny DiMauro and Johan Kugelberg. Our Guests today are the contributors to the latest book from Rizzoli Publi…

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WeSurf Ep. 9: Surf4Dem with Giovanni Martinez 1:14:02

3M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

In this conversation, Kwame La Bassiere interviews Dr. Giovanni Martinez, a clinical psychologist in Puerto Rico who works with children with autism. Dr. Martinez started the organization Surf4Dem, which uses surf therapy to help children with autism improve their social communication skills, sensory processing disorders, and muscular tone. The the…

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Ep. 181: Maggie Lindemann 1:04:21

3M ago1:04:21

1:04:21

Today’s guest journey to stardom began on the World Wide Web. At 17 years old, she was quickly noticed by fans and industry professionals alike. She has since accumulated over a billion streams, sold out her first headlining tour, spearheaded her beloved clothing line, and started her own podcast solidifying herself as a multi-hyphenate artist. Aft…

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The Bell Tolls for TikTok 54:53

3M ago54:53

54:53

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: How to Fix the Online Child Exploitation Reporting System (Stanford Internet Observatory) TikTok faces EU Commission’s second probe, potential suspension of reward program (Euronews) Meta Expands Its Mixed Reality Beyond the …

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The Difficulty of Being a Teen Online 52:40

3M ago52:40

52:40

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Schools Were Just Supposed To Block Porn. Instead They Sabotaged Homework and Censored Suicide Prevention Sites (The Markup) New Tools to Help Protect Against Sextortion and Intimate Image Abuse (Meta) Scammers are targeting …

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Hawaii Gold with Carissa Moore 44:49

3M ago44:49

44:49

We have a very special episode for you today. We had the good fortune to be asked to host a live Q&A with the 5x WSL Women’s World Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist, Carissa Moore at PIlgrim Surf & Supply to help promote her new book with Rizzoli Publishing named Hawaii Gold. The book is stunning and is Carissa’s homage to her home islands of Hawa…

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Ep. 180: Noah Kahan 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Today’s guest is a small town boy turned songwriting superstar. Hailing from Strafford, Vermont, our guest spent his life surrounded by profoundly beautiful nature, and a quaint, tight-knit community. This environment served as a source of inspiration for his introspective lyrics and homey folk melodies. After years of honing his craft in this spac…

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Watch Out, AI is Getting More Persuasive 41:05

4M ago41:05

41:05

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Ben is joined by guest host Alice Hunsberger, VP of Trust and Safety and Content Moderation at Partnerhero and former Global Head of Customer Experience at Grindr. Together they cover: Measuring the Persuasiveness of Language Models (Anthropic) …

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Skelly Sister with Jesse James 1:41:05

3M ago1:41:05

1:41:05

On this episode, we sit and talk with Stylist and Rockaway resident, Jesse James. Our conversation follows her journey from Martha's Vineyard to NYC, reflecting on the fusion of community, identity, and the dynamic blend of culture and surfing. We delve into her evolving career and how her unique style and blend of thrift store savvy helped to lead…

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The mysterious Jack Maxey meets AJ Steel. Let the fireworks begin! 1:14:33

3M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Jack Maxey, former co-host of Steve Bannon’s War Room, and Hunter Biden's laptop expert, joins AJ Steel in a spirited discussion about geopolitics, the deep state, global spy agencies, the origins of Covid, and Fauci's coverup. Plus he gives his interesting opinions of Donald Trump, and offers some fascinating predictions about the upcoming 2024 pr…

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Are Platforms Ready for Elections? 57:33

4M ago57:33

57:33

In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation, and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover: Elon Musk's X appoints new safety chiefs as it seeks to rebuild ads business (Fortune) X’s ‘complimentary’ Premium push gives people blue checks they didn’t ask for (The Verge) Mozilla Research: Platforms’ Election Intervent…

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Ripple Effect with John Zator 1:31:55

4M ago1:31:55

1:31:55

On this episode, Our guest John Zator and Host Tyler Breuer explore the profound impact of Lido Surf and Sport on New York's surfing scene during the mid 90's. We delve into John's journey, highlighting the shops innovative approach to building a vibrant community hub. John also reflects on his personal triumphs, health struggles, and the transform…

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Ep 148 Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs, David Lee Roth) 56:50

4M ago56:50

56:50

Billy Sheehan joins me while on tour with Mr. Big to discuss the "Big Finish Tour" Talas, the David Lee Roth Band, forming Mr. Big, bass playing and a lot more!Billy Sheehan is a highly acclaimed bassist known for his playing style and innovative techniques. he began his musical career in the 1970s, gaining recognition for his work with the band Ta…

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