Best The Grand Rapids Press Podcasts (2024)

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Can Obama, Republicans compromise on deficit? 28:32

13y ago28:32

28:32

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Ed and Jeff discuss competing plans to reduce the federal budget deficit and a compromise on the pension tax proposal in Michigan.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Why Gov. Rick Snyder's plan to tax pensions has little support 26:28

13+ y ago26:28

26:28

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder talk about state GOP leaders' 90-day update, the federal budget standoff and changes in city of Grand Rapids' garbage policies and incentives to boost recycling.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Should U.S. be bombing Libya; controversy over Rev. Rob Bell's claim there is no Hell 30:31

13+ y ago30:31

30:31

Everyone knows two things off limits for casual conversation are politics and religion so on this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Ed and Jeff take on U.S. Rep. Justin Amash's opposition to U.S. military action in Libya, state tax policy and the controversy sparked by the Rev. Rob Bell about whether there is a Hell.…

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Do Michigan protestors have a point? Does it matter that NPR sting tape was edited? 21:33

13+ y ago21:33

21:33

And buzz is building about at Grand Rapids casino.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Michigan inches closer to Wisconsin in labor battle and NPR seals its own federal funding fate 32:57

13+ y ago32:57

32:57

Collective bargaining's fate in Michigan, the GOP's future resting with Hispanic voters and tweaks in the state budget, on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Q&A with Gov. Rick Snyder's budget director about Michigan's 'shared sacrifice' plan 28:07

13+ y ago28:07

28:07

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, state budget director John Nixon answers questions about the bold cuts and tax changes he and Gov. Rick Snyder have proposed. Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder also discuss the legislative proposal that would enable a vote to merge Kent County and Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools …

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Why Rick Snyder won't pick same fights as embattled Wisconsin governor 29:30

13+ y ago29:30

29:30

The future of offshore oil drilling in the wake of the investigation of the BP Gulf spill. Can Grand Rapids and Kent County become one? And President Obama changes directions on gay marriage on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Q&A with Gov. Rick Snyder about his budget plan for Michigan 7:51

13+ y ago7:51

7:51

Gov. Rick Snyder answered some questions about the controversial and ambitious budget he laid out Thursday before lawmakers in Lansing.By Jeff Cranson

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Michigan, U.S. face budget dilemmas as Snyder, Obama unveil plans 26:16

13+ y ago26:16

26:16

Budget matters, both in Michigan and the nation, dominate this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By The Grand Rapids Press

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Surprising no vote on Patriot Act 34:28

13+ y ago34:28

34:28

Congressman Justin Amash's vote against the Patriot Act, the highly anticipated major spending cuts in Michigan government becomes public next week and how the State of the City address provoked debate about what God's name is on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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What cuts should we expect in Gov. Rick Snyder's budget? Will Michigan reform teach tenure? 28:40

13+ y ago28:40

28:40

What cuts to expect in Gov. Rick Snyder’s bold budget, the future of the national health care law, and a Grand Rapids-Kent County metro government proposal on this week’s Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder:By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Vincent Goodwill of the Detroit News 1:57:00

13+ y ago1:57:00

1:57:00

On tonight's show: We welcome back the The Detroit News' Pistons beat Vincent Goodwill. Vincent's online coverage can be found at DetNews.com. You can also follow Vincent on Twitter at @VGoodwill. We'll talk about the ongoing Rip Hamilton drama, the trade with the Nuggets and Nets that wasn't, the battles coach John Keuster is having with the team'…

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Are property taxes going up, a strong showing for Pete Hoekstra in a Senate poll, and Gov. Rick Snyder's plans to balance the budget 18:39

13+ y ago18:39

18:39

In a special Talking Michigan Politics podcast recorded after Gov. Rick Snyder addressed the Michigan Press Association in Detroit, Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss:By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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Podcast: Obama's State of the Union strategy; Rosalynn Carter's fight against mental health stigma and Gov. Rick Snyder's budget plans 28:53

13+ y ago28:53

28:53

What did we learn from the State of the Union and reaction; examining mental health in the wake of Arizona shootings; and what to expect in a radically different Michigan state budget on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By The Grand Rapids Press

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The Knee Jerks - MSU Spartans blogger Adam Biggers 2:00:00

13+ y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, welcome Adam Biggers of SpartyOn.com, to talk MSU basketball and tell us how this season started with Tom Izzo's team expected to compete for the NCAA Championship, only to turn into a very tumultuous and perhaps disappointing season for the Spartan faithful. The Knee Jerks will then mo…

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Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State, President Obama's approval ratings and a Tiger Mother's defense 27:41

13+ y ago27:41

27:41

Analysis of Gov. Rick Snyder's first State of the State address, a look at President Obama's approval two years in, and "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother" on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By The Grand Rapids Press

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The Knee Jerks - Michael Zuidema of the Grand Rapids Press 2:02:00

13+ y ago2:02:00

2:02:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, welcome Michael Zuidema of the Grand Rapids Press, who also writes The Benchwarmer blog for Mlive.com. With Michael we'll discuss the University of Michigan's hiring of Brady Hoke as their new head football coach and the fan/media fallout that followed. At 7:30, Matt Hutter makes his bi…

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President Obama's speech in Arizona receives wide-spread praise 7:52

13+ y ago7:52

7:52

President Obama's speech in Tucson is the topic of a special edition of the Talking Michigan Politics podcast.By The Grand Rapids Press

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Fallout from Arizona shooting rampage; Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State preview 27:13

13+ y ago27:13

27:13

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss the fallout from the deadly shooting rampage in Arizona, a preview of Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State address and how development is progressing in downtown Grand Rapids.By The Grand Rapids Press

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The Knee Jerks - Tonight only, 100% guest free! 1:15:00

13+ y ago1:15:00

1:15:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton are sans guests, but there's still plenty to talk about this week. There's the University of Michigan's ongoing coaching search, with LSU's Les Miles to meet with AD Dave Brandon on Tuesday, the Pistons possibly being part of one of the biggest blockbuster trades in NBA history and unloa…

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Will Governor Snyder's plan to restore Michigan work? 30:00

13+ y ago30:00

30:00

Pure Michigan, Gov. Rick Snyder's call for shared sacrifice, media pros disclosing personal information, the Navy commander scandal and more on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Bob Page returns 2:05:00

13+ y ago2:05:00

2:05:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, welcome the return of Detroit and New York City broadcasting legend Bob Page! We'll talk Big 10 football, including the New Years Day debacles of the Spartans and Wolverines, the Rich Rodriguez mess in Ann Arbor and measure the success of Mark Dantonio in East Lansing. We'll reminisce a…

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Silence on suburban Detroit prostitution clients; Snyder appeals to the center and Michele Bachmann's Michigan stops 26:26

13+ y ago26:26

26:26

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Grand Valley State University's Matt McLogan joins Press political editor Jeff Cranson to talk about Gov. Rick Snyder's bold ambitions, Michele Bachmann's visits to Grand Rapids and Troy and what to expect from Michigan's Congressional delegation in the new session.…

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Interview with Gov.-elect Rick Snyder 8:58

13+ y ago8:58

8:58

On a special edition of the Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Michigan Gov.-elect Rick Snyder talks about his ambitious plans for 2011, his tax restructuring plan and his hope to work with people in the center and not spend time on the extremes.By The Grand Rapids Press

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The Knee Jerks - Lions talk with Mike Schottey 2:00:00

13+ y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, welcome BlueandSilverPride.com's Mike Schottey to talk Lions! After we talk live with Mike Schottey, we'll move on to the lateest n Detroit sports, incluing the Lions 3rd straight win, taking down the Dolphins on Sunday, the injury issues on the Red Wings and the Pistons' making Rip Ham…

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Gov. Granholm's legacy, Michele Bachmann's role in Michigan politics and the dismal Census numbers 27:16

13+ y ago27:16

27:16

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss Gov. Jennifer Granholm's legacy, Michele Bachmann's visit to Grand Rapids, the Census release. Conversation starters this week focus on ways parents try to preserve Santa for kids and a tribute to Eloise Johnson, patron saint of music in …

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The Knee Jerks - More Detroit sports talk with Eno and Big Al 1:32:00

13+ y ago1:32:00

1:32:00

On tonight's show: It's Eno and Big Al going without a guest, talking about the Lions' victory over the Bucs, the Tigers' signing Magglio Ordonez, and the NCAA suspending Tom Izzo. At 7:45, we'll turn the show over to our Red Wings insider, Matt Hutter! Matt's Red Wings Bleacher Report columns can be found here and is @MaHutter12 on Twitter. As alw…

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Podcast: Why Democrats are praising Rick Snyder, Rep. Ehlers votes to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell 30:11

13+ y ago30:11

30:11

Why Democrats are praising Rick Snyder, Rep. Ehlers votes to repeal Don't Ask, Don't TellBy Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Snow day with Eno & Big Al 1:19:00

13+ y ago1:19:00

1:19:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, were hoping to have retired NHL player Mike Donnelly on the show today, but we are still trying to nail down a time for the interview. So Eno and Al will hold down the fort until 8-8:15 and talk about the ridiculousness of the Big Ten's division names, the job status of the Pistons' hea…

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Why did President Obama extend tax cuts for rich and polls show Sen. Debbie Stabenow at risk 37:22

13+ y ago37:22

37:22

President Obama in the middle, Michigan's lame-duck Legislature and a Grand Rapids mayor's bid for a third term on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Retired NBA head coach Ray Scott 2:09:00

13+ y ago2:09:00

2:09:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton welcome back Ray Scott. Ray is an 11 year NBA/ABA veteran, a former NBA coach of the year who led the Pistons to the playoffs as head coach in 1974, ended the 70's as the head coach of Eastern Michigan, and is a member of the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. At 7:45, we'll cover the Red Win…

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Will WikiLeaks bring down America and are we ready to sacrifice to balance the federal budget? 32:39

13+ y ago32:39

32:39

Podcast crew also discusses surprises by Governor-elect Rick Snyder and lame-duck lawmakers.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Detroit Tigers hot stove with Kurt Mensching 2:03:00

13+ y ago2:03:00

2:03:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton talk baseball, as the signings of Victor Martinez and Joaquin Benoit take center stage during a Detroit Tigers hot stove session with Kurt Mensching of Bless You Boys. After Tigers hot stove, Greg and Big Al discuss the Lions' loss on Thanksgiving, the status of the Wolverines' Rich Rodr…

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Are Fox News commentators deliberately distorting news as Jimmy Carter suggests? 32:38

13+ y ago32:38

32:38

On this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss President Carter's statements about Fox News, upcoming races for Grand Rapids mayor and the U.S. Senate, the unemployment benefits extension, former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Betty Weaver being censured, the early battle for Michigan GOP chairman, more people supporti…

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The Knee Jerks - Detroit Lions analysis with Michael Schottey 56:00

13+ y ago56:00

56:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, cover the latest Detroit Lions news and analysis with Mike Schottey of Blue and Silver Pride,Bleacher Report, and DraftTek. We'll also name our respective Jerk of the Week! Be here at 7PM every Monday night for the latest and greatest in sports talk...sports talk with a Detroit attitude…

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Will Rick Snyder, Republicans raise taxes to balance Michigan's budget? 32:18

13+ y ago32:18

32:18

Nancy Pelosi's woes, tax talk in Lansing and Washington, Bloomberg-Scarborough for president, what gives a city soul and more on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder:By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Jamie Samuelson of WCSX & Freep,com 2:03:00

13+ y ago2:03:00

2:03:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, welcome back Jamie Samuelson of the morning show at 97.7 WCSX-FM and sports blogger at the Detroit Free Press. We'll discuss the gamut in Detroit sports (as much as we can cover in 30 minutes), including Tigers, Lions, Red Wings, Pistons, Wolverines and Spartans...and of course, Jamie's…

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Breaking down Rick Snyder's staff picks, what spending federal government may cut 33:01

13+ y ago33:01

33:01

This week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast: Surveys provide surprising findings on Tea Partiers and trade agreements; a Christian roommates controversy in Grand Rapids, and Rick Snyder's first moves as governor-elect.By The Grand Rapids Press

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The Knee Jerks - Mick "Son of Swami" McCabe of the Freep 2:00:00

13+ y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, interview long-time Detroit Free Press high school sports writer, the prognosticator known as "Son of Swami", Mick McCabe! Of course, we'll talk about the ongoing Michigan high school football playoffs, early thoughts on the upcoming basketball season, and how high school sports have ch…

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How will Tea Party victories change Washington? 30:37

13+ y ago30:37

30:37

On this week's post-election Talking Michigan Politics podcast, demographics analyst Peter Bratt joins Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder to talk about Tuesday's election results.By Jeff Cranson, Ed Golder and Peter Bratt

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The Knee Jerks - Ty Schalter of The Lions in Winter 2:00:00

13+ y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, talk Lions & blogging with Ty Schalter of The Lions in Winter. Ty can be found on Twitter at @LionsInWinter. Beyond just talking Lions (of course), we'll discuss Ty's "Barry Week". How it came about, the inspiration & who participated. Then we'll talk about the place of bloggers in toda…

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Will head stomping by Rand Paul supporter impact elections, and what does poor turnout for Clinton, Bernero event mean 37:22

13+ y ago37:22

37:22

GVSU's Matt McLogan joins Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder for the final Talking Michigan Politics podcast before Tuesday's mid-term elections. Topics include:Clinton, Bernero event fails to drawThe Rand Paul supporter head stompTurnoutChina's role in political racesBy Jeff Cranson, Ed Golder and Matt McLogan

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The Knee Jerks - 60 minutes of Eno & Al 1:03:00

13+ y ago1:03:00

1:03:00

On tonight's show: The Knee Jerks, Greg Eno and Big Al Beaton, have prepared a shorter podcast this week, do to....let's just call it "bye week-itis." Both the Lions and Wolverines had a bye week, and there's no new Pistons news with the roster locked down for the upcoming start of the season. But we will talk about the Tigers' signing of Brandon I…

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Is Christine O'Donnell wrong about Constitution and separation of church and state? 33:33

13+ y ago33:33

33:33

Christine O'Donnell sets us straight on the Constitution, more news on hidden campaign contributions, and whether Glenn Beck contributed to a gunman's rage on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Vincent Goodwill, Detroit News Pistons beat writer 2:00:00

13+ y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: We'll be doing a Detroit Pistons season preview (with a touch of the NBA as a whole) with the Detroit News' beat writer, Vincent Goodwill. Vincent's online coverage can be found at DetNews.com. You can also follow Vincent on Twitter at @VGoodwill. The Knee Jerks then move on to the Red Wings, as Matt Hutter makes the first of his…

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Interview: Rick Snyder talks about China, Pure Michigan and campaign finance disclosure 32:53

13+ y ago32:53

32:53

An interview with GOP candidate for governor, Rick Snyder; analysis of his debate with Democrat Virg Bernero; the tight race for Kent County's 29th Senate district are topics on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Talking Detroit Lions with Mike Schottey 2:00:00

14y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: We'll talk about the Lions' first win of the season with one of our favorite guests, Mike Schottey of Bleacher Report (http://bleacherreport.com/users/111184-michael-schottey), DraftTek.com, BlueAndSilverPride.com. Mike can also be found on Twitter as @Schottey. Along with the Rams game, we'll look back on the first quarter of th…

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Will the Supreme Court protect free speech even if it means allowing hateful signs at soldier funerals? 30:29

14y ago30:29

30:29

Gay bashing at military funerals and free speech, a radical center/third party movement in 2012 and China as an issue in the 3rd Congressional race on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.By Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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The Knee Jerks - Talking Tigers w/freelance writer Dan Holmes 2:00:00

14y ago2:00:00

2:00:00

On tonight's show: We'll talk about the Detroit Tigers and their upcoming off season with Dan Holmes (DanHolmes.com, @twebman on Twitter). Dan is a freelance writer who loves to talk baseball, especially Tiger baseball. Dan has subbed for Eno a couple of times in the past, but it's been well over a month, so he should have plenty to say! After gett…

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China and Michigan politics, assistant attorney general's blog, tightening polls 30:29

14y ago30:29

30:29

How China makes its way into Michigan politics, gay bashing by a state official and a new national poll that finds Bill Clinton growing in popularity, on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcastBy Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder

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