Best America Unchained Podcasts (2024)

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Capturing the Tour de France with AP Photojournalist Jerome Delay 24:42

3d ago24:42

24:42

How would we experience the tour without the perfect shot? Jerome Delay, the chief photographer in Africa for the Associated Press, joins Jonathan Kaplan to discuss the art and logistics of photographing the Tour de France. From the gear he relies on to the meticulous process of filing photos, Jerome shares a behind-the-scenes glimpse into his worl…

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Bitcoin is valuable because it’s censorship resistant with Andrew Bailey 57:46

3d ago57:46

57:46

In this episode, Andrew Bailey, author of Resistance Money, explores the philosophical foundations of bitcoin and its role as resistance money. He discusses the need for resistance in today's socio-economic landscape, who benefits from it, and why he wrote another bitcoin book. Andrew argues for bitcoin's adoption based on more widely held beliefs …

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Why Olympic athletes need bitcoin with Jeremy HK Nova 55:20

10d ago55:20

55:20

In this episode, former 12x USA national mountain bike champion and Olympian Jeremy HK Nova shares his journey from the trails to bitcoin. He reflects on life lessons, proud achievements, and the evolution of mountain biking globally and in the US. Jeremy discusses his transition from professional racing, discovering bitcoin, and his interest in ma…

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Paul Burmeister Brings The Tour de France To America 53:18

14d ago53:18

53:18

From NBC’s international broadcasting studio in Stamford, Conn., Paul Burmeister leads the pre- and post-race coverage of the 111th Tour de France for the eighth consecutive year. Joining him this year are former American professional cyclists Brent Bookwalter and Teejay VanGarderen. Paul Burmeister, accustomed to the spotlight from his days as qua…

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The Tour de France Preview and Review of Netflix’s “Unchained: Tour de France” with Joshua Robinson of the Wall Street Journal 31:00

17d ago31:00

31:00

The 111th Tour de France begins this Saturday in northern Italy. It will end three weeks later in Nice, France. To preview the race, I’m joined by Joshua Robinson of the Wall Street Journal. He and Jason Gay, his colleague at the Wall Street Journal, are the last two journalists at a major American newspaper who cover professional cycling. Joshua a…

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Sound money, bitcoin, and gold on Wall Street with Ray Kamrath 54:37

17d ago54:37

54:37

In this episode, Ray Kamrath, Chief Commercial Officer of Bakkt, shares his journey from Wall Street to embracing bitcoin. Starting with a light-hearted recount of riding scooters and breaking his arm in Austin, Ray narrates his first encounter with bitcoin and the concept of sound money. He contrasts gold and bitcoin, explains his decision to join…

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Onboarding the world to the Lightning Network with David Marcus 57:10

25d ago57:10

57:10

In this episode, David Marcus, CEO and co-founder of Lightspark, discusses his journey from Facebook to bitcoin and the challenges of integrating Lightning at Coinbase. He explores the pace of bitcoin adoption, differentiates between custodial and non-custodial Lightning services, and addresses the market for goods transactable only over the Lightn…

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Louis Hatchwell Is A Beast On A Bike 45:40

1M ago45:40

45:40

Louis Hatchwell joins host Jonathan Kaplan to discuss a range of topics related to cycling and Hatchwell’s ability to tell punchy stories on the screen. It’s a fun conversation that pulls back the curtain on what it takes to become a creator and shows how hard Hatchwell works on and off the bike. Telling stories is hard work, no matter the medium. …

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Bitcoin's strategic value for America with Alex Thorn 1:04:40

1M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

In this episode, Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy, explores the implications of states attacking bitcoin and discusses how the U.S. can support bitcoin. He analyzes potential catalysts for the U.S. government buying bitcoin and questions if Nvidia and mega-cap tech are in a bubble. The conversation covers bitcoin’s stability and volatility, t…

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Understanding the perfect scarcity of bitcoin with HODL Waves pioneer John Ratcliff 1:15:36

1M ago1:15:36

1:15:36

In this episode, John Ratcliff, a bitcoin blockchain analytics pioneer and early bitcoin adopter since 2013, explores the extremity of bitcoin scarcity. John shares his extensive background as a game developer and how he initially began to understand bitcoin. He discusses the similarities between early game development and bitcoin's block size limi…

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AI, AGI, and bitcoin: unleashing human abundance with Christopher David 54:57

2M ago54:57

54:57

In this episode, Christopher David, a self-taught software engineer with two decades of experience, dives into the future of AI and bitcoin. Christopher offers his expert analysis on OpenAI's GPT-4o model release, the evolving dynamics between humans and AI, and the pivotal question of whether AI will replace or create millions of jobs. He also exa…

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How to win fork wars and bitcoin’s total potential market with Bitstein 1:13:21

2M ago1:13:21

1:13:21

In this episode, Bitstein discusses critical aspects of bitcoin's history. We begin with an analysis of the 2015-2017 blocksize war and its implications. Bitstein offers insights on potential future bitcoin fork wars and whether he would ever support any future hard forks. We explore bitcoin's antifragility and why institutions like the Mises Insti…

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How to hold bitcoin for 1,000+ years with Matt McClintock 55:34

2M ago55:34

55:34

In this episode, Matt McClintock shares his expertise on managing thousands of bitcoins for ultra-wealthy clients. He discusses the differences between early bitcoin pioneers from 2010 and existing ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) buying bitcoin, the burning questions ultra high net worth bitcoin holders ask, and how bitcoin is transformin…

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Welcome to Riding With: A Podcast by Jonathan E. Kaplan 1:31

2M ago1:31

1:31

Welcome to Riding With, hosted by Jonathan Kaplan. This podcast uses cycling to tell stories about the world around us and the human condition. Whether it's a professional cyclist, a gifted journalist, or a dedicated fan, each episode brings you closer to the heart of the sport and closer to the heart of who we are as people. Riding With isn't abou…

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Exponential growth, power laws, and bitcoin portfolio management with Dr. Jeff Ross 53:57

2M ago53:57

53:57

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Ross shares insights on current macroeconomic trends, including the Federal Reserve's reconsideration of rate cuts, increased market volatility over the past month, and unexpectedly high inflation rates. He discusses the power law model, drawing comparisons with patterns observed during his medical career as a physician an…

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Bitcoin skepticism with Micah Warren 52:39

2M ago52:39

52:39

In this episode, we explore bitcoin skepticism, focusing on topics such as hashrate volatility, potential miner attacks, and Michael Saylor's perspective on bitcoin. Micah provides insights from his bitcoin textbook and uses a chalkboard to clearly illustrate his views on the future of the bitcoin mining industry. We dive into significant issues li…

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Reimagining bitcoin hardware wallets with SeedSigner 57:26

3M ago57:26

57:26

In this episode, we compare common hardware wallets with SeedSigner, a DIY bitcoin hardware wallet. We explore the reasons behind building SeedSigner, the process of securely generating seeds, and the considerations for holding a private key on hot devices like an iPhone or cold devices like a Trezor, Ledger, or Coldcard. We also discuss the evolut…

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Modeling the price of bitcoin with Fred Krueger 1:07:34

3M ago1:07:34

1:07:34

In this episode, Fred Krueger reflects on his initial experience of purchasing bitcoin on Mt. Gox and subsequently selling it on Mt. Gox. He dives into detailed explanations of both the Stock-to-Flow (S2F) and power law models, offering his insights on whether the bitcoin power law model should be regarded as a mathematical law or just a pattern. F…

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Inside the Broadcast Booth: Brent Bookwalter's Transition from Pro Cyclist to Tour de France Broadcaster 42:26

3M ago42:26

42:26

Brent Bookwalter, a former professional cyclist who retired in 2021 after over a decade racing at the highest levels, made a swift transition to the broadcast booth within only a year. In this episode, he joins me for a conversation about his career shift, the nuances of race analysis, the ever-evolving landscape of cycling media, and the ongoing e…

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Investigating the Ethereum Foundation with Bryan Jacoutot 55:34

3M ago55:34

55:34

In this episode, Bryan Jacoutot dives into the process leading to the approval of a bitcoin ETF, comparing this journey with the potential pathway for an Ethereum ETF to receive approval. He touches on the Ethereum Foundation investigation, what would happen if ethereum is declared an unregistered security, and how ethereum’s proof of stake consens…

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Prosperity without inflation with Allen Farrington 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

In this episode, Allen Farrington breaks down the “deflation is bad” narrative in economics. He explains why the deflation paranoia is wrong and what growth may look like under a bitcoin standard. Allen also thinks about how an index like the S&P 500 may perform under a bitcoin standard and he explains his DLCVM paper on bitcoin scaling in detail. …

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Anthony McCrossan: Cycling's Commentator-in-Chief, Part 2 25:50

4M ago25:50

25:50

From the storied roads of the Giro d'Italia to the iconic routes of the Tour de France, Anthony McCrossan has been the voice behind some of the most iconic moments in cycling. In part two of our conversation, he shares insights and experiences from the commentator's booth, previews for the upcoming season, and crucial advice for budding commentator…

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The future of Fold and bitcoin with Will Reeves 48:30

4M ago48:30

48:30

In this episode, we sit down with Will Reeves to discuss his perspective on what bitcoin scaling will look like in 2026, how there may be future unknown scaling solutions we cannot even comprehend today, the risks to bitcoin failing to scale further, altcoin speculation and unit bias, and the future of Fold in 5 years. SUPPORT THE PODCAST: → Subscr…

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The science behind $1,000,000 bitcoin with Giovanni Santostasi 1:30:34

4M ago1:30:34

1:30:34

In this episode, we sit down with Giovanni Santostasi who created the bitcoin power law model. Giovanni explains what power laws are and why they are common in physics and nature. He then expounds on his bitcoin power law model in detail, why there are cycles within the model, and how the model could potentially break in the future. SUPPORT THE POD…

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Bitcoin ASIC breakthroughs and semiconductor physics with Haris Basit 44:12

4M ago44:12

44:12

In this episode, we sit down with Haris Basit, Chief Strategy Officer at Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR) to talk about a massive potential Bitcoin ASIC breakthrough that could severely disrupt the entire bitcoin mining industry. Haris has been involved with bitcoin ASIC development since 2014, and he has a deep background in semiconductor physics. SUPPORT T…

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Growing 7-figure SMBs using bitcoin with Bobby Shell 50:15

4M ago50:15

50:15

In this episode, we sit down with Bobby Shell to discuss the two major ongoing wealth transfers—bitcoin and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Bobby discusses his history growing a number of SMBs, and he explains how bitcoin holders may be well positioned to begin operating a small-medium business with their newfound wealth. Last, we discuss …

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Anthony McCrossan: Cycling's Commentator-in-Chief, Part 1 28:39

4M ago28:39

28:39

Anthony McCrossan is the voice behind some of the most iconic moments in cycling commentary. From local races to global platforms like Eurosport and the pioneering days of CyclingTV, he has continuously honed his craft to stay at the forefront of cycling commentary. In this two-part conversation, Anthony shares career his path from passionate fan t…

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Breaking bitcoin models to the upside with Lyn Alden 58:17

5M ago58:17

58:17

In this episode, we sit down with Lyn Alden for an in-depth discussion on her recent presentation at Princeton, evaluating the thresholds at which the academic community might recognize bitcoin's legitimacy in terms of its market valuation or size. We explore if the ETFs have the potential to amplify a potential bull run, and we get her thoughts on…

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Powering through halvings and short sellers with Hut 8 51:45

5M ago51:45

51:45

In this episode, Joe Burnett sits down with Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8, and Sue Ennis, Head of Investor Relations at Hut 8. They discuss the groundbreaking merger between Hut 8 and US Bitcoin Corp, marking the largest bitcoin mining merger in history. The conversation also covers the impact of ETF approval on Hut, the strategic shift towards divers…

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The bitcoin ETF boom with James Seyffart 57:39

5M ago57:39

57:39

In this episode, James discusses why he started analyzing bitcoin ETF approvals and net-flows. He explains why bitcoin ETFs were denied for so long, how they got approved in 2024, and how individuals should consider holding real bitcoin vs holding an ETF. We cover the SEC X account hack and other surprises since the ETFs began trading. We even cont…

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Bitcoin will crash energy prices with Andrew Myers 48:46

5M ago48:46

48:46

In this episode, Andrew Myers shares his vision of bitcoin revolutionizing global power markets by making them more permissionless and efficient. He explains why entrepreneurship could become easier under a bitcoin standard, evaluates the sustainability of mega mining farms (100+ MW), and looks into the future of global energy production in relatio…

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AI rumbles while infrastructure crumbles with Drew D'Agostino 1:01:34

5M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

In this episode, Drew D’Agostino talks about how the banking system collapses of last year inspired him to bring his 30 employee SaaS company onto a bitcoin standard by adding bitcoin into its treasury and using bitcoin as a tool to make better decisions. Drew’s SaaS company is in the AI industry, so he also touches on the current state of the AI h…

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A $1,000,000 bitcoin won't cause chaos with Peter Dunworth and Luke Broyles 1:15:40

6M ago1:15:40

1:15:40

In this episode, Peter and Luke explain why they think $1,000,000 bitcoin is both early and optimistic for the world. They review humanity’s technological progress and discuss why bitcoin is a paradigm shift when it comes to our ability to save and store wealth into the future. Last, they touch on the ETF approval and how it compares to self-custod…

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Demanding payment in bitcoin with Will Cole 1:12:11

6M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

In this episode, Will talks about potential major catalysts for bitcoin payments, why businesses will ultimately demand payment in bitcoin, society’s trend towards more and more financial censorship, building bitcoin products, and sci-fi books. SUPPORT THE PODCAST: → Subscribe → Leave a review → Share the show out with your friends and family → Sen…

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Bitcoin derangement and accelerating productivity with Jimmy Song 57:26

6M ago57:26

57:26

In this episode, Jimmy Song dives into bitcoin derangement syndrome, his expectations for the speed of bitcoin adoption, how much more productive the world would be under a bitcoin standard, his experience visiting Argentina and more. SUPPORT THE PODCAST: → Subscribe → Leave a review → Share the show out with your friends and family → Send us an em…

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Bitcoin is not a hedge, it’s the solution with Parker Lewis 1:15:20

6M ago1:15:20

1:15:20

In this episode, Parker Lewis dives into why his bitcoin is not a hedge presentation was so successful, how he wrote Gradually, Then Suddenly, and the odds of bitcoin and the Dollar coexisting. He addresses common misconceptions, reflects on the evolution of his own writings about bitcoin, and explores why there’s nothing more American than bitcoin…

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Bitcoin brings chaos to order with Matt Pirkowski 1:17:32

7M ago1:17:32

1:17:32

In this episode, Matt Pirkowski dives into the complex relationship between information, money, and technology. He offers thought-provoking insights on the evolving landscape of bitcoin and its impact on the global financial system and humanity. The discussion traverses various topics, including the philosophical aspects of order and chaos in econo…

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Bitcoin's tipping point: JP Morgan and ETFs with Matthew Schultz 50:26

7M ago50:26

50:26

In this podcast episode, Matt Schultz, co-founder and executive chairman of CleanSpark, a leading public bitcoin miner, discusses JP Morgan initiating coverage on the top bitcoin miners. He shares insights on challenges faced while building a top bitcoin mining operation and CleanSpark's strategy in transitioning from selling to holding bitcoin. Sc…

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The New New New Journalism at Escape Collective 36:36

7M ago36:36

36:36

During the past 15 years, too many journalists have experienced too many layoffs, including myself. It was July 2008. I was sitting through a congressional hearing on derivatives when I got an inadvertent email from HR to the editor that read, “When are you going to tell Kaplan he’s being let go.” Well, today’s guest experienced something similar. …

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What hath Satoshi wrought? with Dhruv Bansal 1:21:06

7M ago1:21:06

1:21:06

Begin your journey of understanding Satoshi's key innovation in the first article in the series, available as a free 28-page PDF. You can download it right now: https://unchained.com/go/how-did-satoshi-think-of-bitcoin?utm_source=transitor&utm_campaign=hdstof In this episode, Dhruv Bansal dives into the complexities of bitcoin, starting with an exp…

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Don't make fiat money your master with Gary Cardone 52:02

7M ago52:02

52:02

In this episode, Gary Cardone talks about the importance of not being a slave to money, the journey of building a successful payments chargeback company, and the evolving role of open networks like bitcoin and the impact it may have on traditional payment systems like Visa and Mastercard. SUPPORT THE PODCAST: → Subscribe → Leave a review → Share th…

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China can’t stop bitcoin mining with Colin Harper 1:07:26

8M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

In this episode, Colin Harper sheds light on the surprising insight that 10% - 20% of the total network hashrate still resides in China, despite the ban on mining. He dives into the intricacies of bitcoin mining, discussing the 2024 halving's impact, block space demand from ordinals, the global flows of bitcoin ASICs, and the environmental myths su…

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Bitcoin is freedom money with Senator Cynthia Lummis 27:11

8M ago27:11

27:11

In this podcast, Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming addresses the U.S. national debt as a major national security threat and explores solutions and consequences of failing to address it. She assesses the feasibility of balancing the national budget and discusses the importance of Americans' rights to self-custody Bitcoin. The conversation focuses on…

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Dense energy and hard money with Max Gagliardi 57:31

8M ago57:31

57:31

In this episode, Max Gagliardi, an expert in the energy industry, shares his journey into the sector and discusses its misunderstood aspects, inefficiencies, and potential for innovation. He evaluates different energy models, including ERCOT and the national grid, and the challenges in energy development. Gagliardi also explores the future of energ…

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Israeli cyclist Guy Sagiv copes with the tragedy of October 7 36:17

8M ago36:17

36:17

This episode of the RIDING WITH podcast is produced in partnership with Bartali – Youth in Movement (BYIM), a unique Israeli nonprofit that operates a network of cycling centers for at-risk youth aged 13-18, who live mainly in youth villages and welfare boarding facilities throughout Israel, as a platform for social mobility. After October 7, BYIM …

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Auditing bitcoin narratives with Pierre Rochard 47:15

8M ago47:15

47:15

In this episode, Pierre Rochard revisits his foundational experience with the Nakamoto Institute and its influence on bitcoin philosophy, including "Hyperbitcoinization" and "Speculative Attack." Rochard recounts his transition from an accountant to software engineer to product manager at Kraken, emphasizing the importance of the 'don’t trust, veri…

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Nicholas Roche brings new energy and insights to calling the Tour de France 28:11

9M ago28:11

28:11

Today’s episode is brought to you by RedWhite Apparel. They are both durable and comfortable for your longest, toughest rides. Get your pair at RedWhite Apparel by clicking here. Nicholas Roche, a scion of a cycling family and former professional cyclist, is now the voice of the Tour de France. I spoke with Roche in early October when he was visite…

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Your professor didn't study bitcoin with Peter St Onge 44:13

9M ago44:13

44:13

In this episode, Peter St Onge shares his journey from obtaining a PhD in economics to embracing bitcoin. Peter discusses the current state of academia, the perceptions of freedom and bitcoin among professors at top universities, and whether the existing education system is broken. We explore the viability of bitcoin as a solution to the problems i…

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Global Bitcoin Fever with Tuur Demeester 46:49

9M ago46:49

46:49

In this pioneering episode of The Bitcoin Frontier Podcast, we are joined by Tuur Demeester, who walks us through his extensive journey navigating bitcoin’s highs and lows of each halving epoch. Tuur shares his insights on the intriguing connection between demographics and bitcoin popularity, the global impact of movements like Oliver Anthony and M…

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Welcome to The Bitcoin Frontier 0:52

10M ago0:52

0:52

Welcome to the Bitcoin Frontier podcast presented by Unchained and hosted by your very own Joe Burnett. This series explores intersections between Bitcoin and other fields like AI, economics, sports, engineering, science, health, etc. Our goal is to educate and connect these diverse areas with Bitcoin. Buckle up, listeners, the Bitcoin Frontier wai…

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