Best WUCF FM Podcasts (2024)

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Kemuel Roig 42:38

3h ago42:38

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WUCF’s November artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Kemuel Roig. Born in Cuba and now a resident of Miami - he has earned high praise as a first call pianist. He toured with Arturo Sandoval for eight years, Chucho Valdes calls him "Superman" and his debut record as a leader "Genesis" is a personal reflection of his relocation. It features Rand…

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Eliane Elias and Alex Diaz 32:21

29d ago32:21

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WUCF’s October artists for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ are Eliane Elias and Alex Diaz. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (through October 15) we’ve put together a special episode. With records like “The Three Americas”, “Bossa Nova Stories” and “Mirror Mirror” - Eliane has always celebrated not only the sounds of her country but others that make u…

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Matt Catingub 13:33

2M ago13:33

13:33

Kayonne Riley speaks with Matt Catingub ahead of WUCF FM's 45th anniversary 'Jazz That Rocks' event.By WUCF FM

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Karrin Allyson 25:21

2M ago25:21

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WUCF’s September artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Karrin Allyson. A child of the American Heartland, she’s lived in New York for the past three decades and considers herself a global citizen. In her newest record, she comes back to her love for Brazilian music and brings on the great Rosa Passos. What was meant to be a couple recordings tur…

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George Benson 21:13

3M ago21:13

21:13

Jesse Morgado sits down with the legendary George Benson whose career spans over 60 years. This ten-time Grammy winner is a guitarist and singer/songwriter who has transcended jazz, blues, soul, pop, funk, r&b and more. His album ‘Breezin’ is one of the best-selling jazz albums of all time. He is one of the greatest artists of our time and a NEA ja…

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Oscar Hernández 24:16

3M ago24:16

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WUCF’s August artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Oscar Hernández. As leader of the Spanish Harlem Orchestra the past 22 years – his contributions to Latin Jazz stretch far and wide. On top of this incredible feat, he is a four-time Grammy winner, worked with people like Celia Cruz, Willie Colón and Paul Simon and is responsible for the piano …

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Fernando Huergo 21:51

4M ago21:51

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WUCF’s July artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Fernando Huergo. This Argentinian bassist has worked with everyone from Horacio Hernandez and David Liebman to Paquito D’Rivera and Richie Flores. His new album was inspired by a phrase he read in The New Yorker and captures the feeling he feels as he sees the news and all the absurd and grotesqu…

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Ruben Caban 28:22

5M ago28:22

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WUCF’s June artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Ruben Caban. Born in Puerto Rico but now in Florida, this trombonist has toured as a sidemen or soloist with a wide variety of artists...effortlessly moving within genres. His role as an educator spans multiple universities and colleges. His latest record “Kangana” enlists the help of notable pla…

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Champian Fulton 12:21

6M ago12:21

12:21

Kayonne Riley speaks with Champian Fulton about her latest album...or is it two albums?!By WUCF FM

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Claudia Villela 35:31

6M ago35:31

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WUCF’s May artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Claudia Villela. This Brasilian singer has a deep connection to her roots as well as nature. In her latest record “Letters to the Wind”, she returns back to the homeland to record with a dynamite group of musicians. Channeling memories, she improvises with mastery and produced a collection that sp…

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Celebrating 45 Years - Part Two 29:42

7M ago29:42

29:42

What better way to celebrate 45 years than to speak with some of our most integral peers who have helped shape WUCF FM into what it is today? In part two of this captivating two part series, Kayonne speaks with Bob Kelley, Lyman Brodie and Robyn Austin. Tune in for a nostalgic journey through cherished memories and discover what makes Orlando truly…

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Celebrating 45 Years - Part One 39:32

7M ago39:32

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What better way to celebrate 45 years than to speak with some of our most integral peers who have helped shape WUCF FM into what it is today? In part one of this captivating two part series, Kayonne speaks with Jeff Rupert, Alan Rock, Alex Diaz and Jen Cook. Tune in for a nostalgic journey through cherished memories and discover what makes Orlando …

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Sonido Solar 24:26

7M ago24:26

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Our April feature guest is Sonido Solar. With Eddie Palmieri in their corner, this nine-piece band has made headway with their originality while also paying homage to their predecessors. We sit down with two leaders – Louis Fouché and Luques Curtis – and find out their back stories, the process of their debut record and what Eddie is like when you …

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Donald Vega 33:03

8M ago33:03

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WUCF’s March artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Donald Vega. Classically trained in his native Nicaragua, Vega makes the journey to America and goes on to attend Manhattan School of Music, Juilliard and University of Southern California. He’s studied with Billy Higgins, Al McKibbon, Kenny Barron and currently plays with Ron Carter’s Golden St…

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Carlos Henriquez 37:34

9M ago37:34

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WUCF’s February artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Carlos Henriquez. This Bronx born bassist has graced over 25 albums of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra where he also serves as Artistic Director. As a leader he has garnered a Grammy nomination and his latest album - “A Nuyorican Tale” tells the tales of Puerto Rican and Nuyorican herita…

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Gonzalo Rubalcaba 55:46

10M ago55:46

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WUCF’s January artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Gonzalo Rubalcaba. Both his father and grandfather are very important to the development of the Latin Jazz we know today. His career has had him alongside Ron Carter, Charlie Haden, Chick Corea and more. As a leader, he’s given us over 30 albums– continuously delivering and offering something …

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Dave Meder 17:59

11M ago17:59

17:59

Jesse speaks with Dave Meder ahead of his Timucua Arts Foundation appearance on January 19, 2024.By WUCF FM

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Hilario Durán 21:04

11M ago21:04

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WUCF’s December artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Hilario Durán. This Cuban jazz pianist played with the Orquesta Cubana de Musicana Moderna, Arturo Sandoval, United Nations Orchestra, Jane Bunnett and more. His latest album brings back the big band sound! We discuss players like Chucho Valdez, Charles Mingus and Dizzy Gillespie who have inf…

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Alfredo Rodriguez 22:42

1y ago22:42

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WUCF’s November artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Alfredo Rodriguez. Born in Cuba, he eventually left the familiar to take a chance on his career – with the aid of Quincy Jones – and look at him now! His latest album - ‘Coral Way’ - is a testament to his new life in which he celebrates the collaboration and connection between mainstream Lati…

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Bob James 25:49

1y ago25:49

25:49

Jesse Morgado catches up with legendary pianist Bob James about his latest record "Jazz Hands", his collaborations, and sampling throughout hip hop history.By WUCF FM

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Ron Carter 17:17

1y ago17:17

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Kayonne Rileys talks with prolific bassist Ron Carter about his legendary career.By WUCF FM

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Sammy Figueroa 46:19

1y ago46:19

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WUCF’s October artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Sammy Figueroa. One of the world’s greatest congueros! His work with everyone from Sonny Rollins and Miles Davis to Whitney Houston and the Bee Gees will forever be highly regarded. It was in Florida where he established his solo career leading ‘His Latin Jazz Explosion’ band. His latest proje…

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Dee Daniels 9:34

1y ago9:34

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Kendra Weaver speaks with Dee Daniels about her involvement in JEN and the conference in Orlando January 2023.By WUCF FM

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Jeff Coffin and Chuck Owen 24:36

1y ago24:36

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Kendra Weaver speaks with Jeff Coffin and Chuck Owen about their involvement in JEN and the conference in Orlando January 2023.By WUCF FM

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Socrates Garcia 8:59

1y ago8:59

8:59

Kendra Weaver speaks with Socrates Garcia about his involvement in JEN and the conference in Orlando January 2023.By WUCF FM

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Carl Allen 15:53

1y ago15:53

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Kendra Weaver speaks with Carl Allen about his involvement in JEN and the conference in Orlando January 2023.By WUCF FM

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Les McCann and Joe Alterman 56:59

1y ago56:59

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Kayonne Riley had the pleasure of sitting down with the legendary pianist Les McCann- both a masterful sideman as well as leader. They are joined by pianist Joe Alterman - who shares a special friendship with McCann as well as having him as a mentor for the past decade. Alterman's latest album features collaboration with McCann.…

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Chris Brubeck 51:44

1y ago51:44

51:44

Chris talks about what it was like to grow up with Dave Brubeck as his dad, his own musical projects and their family's legacy.By WUCF FM

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Judy Carmichael 2 38:28

1y ago38:28

38:28

Did you know Judy Carmichael is celebrating her 20th anniversary on the air with her show Jazz Inspired? Kendra recently caught up with Judy to talk about life, music and her future plans. Her memoir is nothing short of amazing!By WUCF FM

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Mark Winkler 30:39

1y ago30:39

30:39

Kayonne Riley speaks with Mark Winkler about his album "Old Friends". (2021)By WUCF FM

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Judy Carmichael 44:57

1y ago44:57

44:57

In this vulnerable and eye opening interview, Kendra and Judy talk about her illustrious career.By WUCF FM

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Pete Escovedo 23:33

1y ago23:33

23:33

"We really like playing to an audience and we do have a great fan base. The people do support what I do and my family and so it's been a wonderful life for me." Hear from our Latin Jazz Artist of the Month Pete Escovedo about his new album on WUCF 89.9 HD2 Latin Jazz.By WUCF FM

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Eliane Elias 14:34

1y ago14:34

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Kayonne Riley speaks with the multi-Grammy winning Brazilian artist Eliane Elias about her new album “Mirror Mirror” featuring Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés and the late Chick Corea.By WUCF FM

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Edward Simon and Magos Herrera 28:24

1y ago28:24

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WUCF’s September artists for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ are Edward Simon and Magos Herrera. Living on opposite sides of the country, they found a way to come together for a striking homage to female Latin American songwriters. “Femininas” is given a jazz treatment while still carrying the foundation of their respective beginnings.…

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Ella and the Bossa Beat 37:16

1+ y ago37:16

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WUCF’s August artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Ella and the Bossa Beat. An international father/daughter duo who brings a modern take on Brazilian, soulful Jazz and Pop music. Having spent a lot of time in Magrus’ home country of Brazil, they now reside in Florida where you can see them perform all over. Their latest record “In the Moment” …

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Bobby Sanabria 59:01

1+ y ago59:01

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WUCF’s July artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Bobby Sanabria. This eight time Grammy nominated multi talented artist has reached high acclaim repeatedly with his art and his fight. He fought to reinstate the Latin Jazz category at the Grammys after it was absent at the 2012 awards - and succeeded. He’s worked with Mario Bauza, Mongo Santamar…

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Lauren Henderson 40:21

1+ y ago40:21

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WUCF’s June artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Lauren Henderson. Based in New York and Miami, she is a 36 year old vocalist with Caribbean and Panamanian roots who created her own record label at the start of her career. A station favorite, she gives us the inside scoop on life in New England, magic and mysticism. Recently she was recognized …

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Rachel Therrien 20:12

1+ y ago20:12

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WUCF’s May artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Rachel Therrien. She is a JUNO nominated trumpet and flugelhorn player. A fixture in both the NYC and Montreal scenes, she has continued to hold her own and delight with her personal signature. Her newest record - ‘Mi Hogar’ - features over twenty musicians that came together for her sixth record …

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Justo Almario 34:56

1+ y ago34:56

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WUCF’s April artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz' is Justo Almario. Immersing himself in music at a young age - he dabbled in drums, piccolo and short clarinet before settling on sax and flute. After graduating from Berklee, Mongo Santamaria asked him to join his band. He has performed with Roy Ayers, Fela Kuti, The Commodores, Tito Puente, Linda …

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Elio Villafranca 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

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WUCF’s March artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Elio Villafranca. Hailing from San Luis, Pinar del Rio, Cuba – Elio was drawn to jazz and found a way to record every radio program he could. Coming from a country where it was illegal at the time, jazz opened up a whole new world for him. From leading his own bands, to working with Chick Corea-…

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Dafnis Prieto and Luciana Souza 36:46

2y ago36:46

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WUCF’s February artists for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ are Dafnis Prieto and Luciana Souza. Cuban American drummer and composer Dafnis had a vision for his next album and it involved going somewhere he hadn’t ventured before...lyrics. Enter Luciana – who grew up in a Bossa Nova family and is well versed in transcending boundaries of musical styles.…

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Alex Acuña 41:44

2y ago41:44

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WUCF’s January artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’is Alex Acuña. Named the best Latin percussionist five years in a rowfrom Modern Drummer Readers Poll, Acuña has had quite theillustrious career. Born into a musical family, his drive to immersehimself into different cultures led him to become a versatile andgracious player. From Elvis and Ella Fi…

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Arturo Sandoval 21:15

2y ago21:15

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WUCF’s December artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Arturo Sandoval. Born in Cuba, where he was forbidden to play or listen to jazz, Arturo relished any moment he could get to be around music. Forming the band Irakere, he then went on to become a ten-time Grammy winner, form a closebond with the late Dizzy Gillespie and play with the best as h…

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Roberto Menescal and Daniela Soledade 33:08

2y ago33:08

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WUCF’s November artists for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ are Roberto Menescal and Daniela Soledade. Two of Brazil’s national treasures who are instrumental to the Bossa Nova movement. Two different generations come together to collaborate on Daniela’s new record “Pretty World.” We dive into what they admire most about each other and the evolution of …

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Xiomara Torres 23:35

2y ago23:35

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WUCF’s October artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Xiomara Torres. Hailing from the rhythmic lands of Colombia near the Pacific Coast – she drew inspiration at an early age from her surroundings. Not to mention her huge musical family and their folkoric style! Her most recent album pays homage to her mentor Digeo Obregón – best known as a mari…

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Jane Bunnett 38:18

2y ago38:18

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WUCF’s September artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Jane Bunnett. Finding jazz was a love story all on its own and from there her exposure to Afro-Cuban rhythms and Latin styles really turned a corner. Not seeing many women on the stages, she formed her own group called ‘Maqueque’ – completely transforming the possibilities for future generat…

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Nate Najar 33:12

2+ y ago33:12

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WUCF’s August artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Nate Najar. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, he found interest in blues, rock and then jazz. Citing Charlie Byrd and Wes Montgomery as huge influences – he went on to study under the great Frank Mullen. He really honed his classical guitar playing during this time and found such a ze…

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Juan Carlos Quintero 45:42

2+ y ago45:42

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WUCF’s July artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Juan Carlos Quintero. Born in Colombia, his music is heavily influenced by the rhythms of his home country. He picked the guitar because it was “cool” and it ended up being the entry to social life. In LA he set out to get a record deal – and by taking bold action because of not knowing – he was …

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Nestor Torres 42:32

2+ y ago42:32

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WUCF’s June artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Nestor Torres. Born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, his father bought him his first drum set at age five. But eventually, he chose the flute despite his father’s concerns. He moved to New York at eighteen to study classical and jazz. His unique melodic and danceable sound is shaped by his time studying…

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Diego Rivera 33:02

2+ y ago33:02

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WUCF’S May artist for ‘In the Key of Latin Jazz’ is Diego Rivera. Raised in East Lansing, Michigan, and involved in the Detroit music scene – his Chicano heritage has heavily influenced his music. A trip to the Detroit Institute of Music inspired him to pick up the saxophone, and the challenge to play what he heard pushed him to keep going. Saying …

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