Best Brewingradio Podcasts (2024)

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Final Gravity Ep. 4 Golden Strong, Porter and Brown 50:24

4y ago50:24

50:24

Tune and listen while Brandon and James evaluate and taste 3 submissions. Tasting notes and style guidelines for each.

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Ep146 Strong Bitter and organizing your own competition 2:42:11

4y ago2:42:11

2:42:11

Just when you thought it was safe…..we’re back!!! In this episode we are going to we are going to continue many of our regular features but also discuss our new series, “Make Beer Beer Again”. Last episode we discussed our American Pale Ales. Tonight we discuss their British counterparts, and specifically Strong Bitters. We have several variations …

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Final Gravity: Ep. 3 Dubble and London Brown 48:08

4y ago48:08

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In this episode, we discuss a Belgian Dubble brewed by one of our superfine. And Also a unique London Brown style ale not may are familier with.

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Come and Brew It Radio: Episode 145 -Pale Ale Results and Stouts! 2:18:38

4y ago2:18:38

2:18:38

In this episode we are going to we are going to get back to our new series, “Make Beer Beer Again” by tasting the results of our pale ale brews. We have several variations on the same idea, and likely several levels of varying success. We will talk about how they came ou, and what we will do different in the future. In the second half, we are going…

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Come and Brew it delay explanation. 12:56

4y ago12:56

12:56

Sorry it has been a while since we have uploaded and episode. We have had a tragic time.

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Episode 144 -- Making Beer Beer Again and Kegerator Maintenance 2:08:20

4+ y ago2:08:20

2:08:20

In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics, but primary on the plate is brewing beer that everyone would consider beer again. The current climate offers a wide variety of beers with additions and it's almost hard to find straight forward versions of styles that used to be ubiquitous. This time around, we talk about Pale Ale and building a reci…

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Episode 143 - Biere de Garde and Pumpkin Beers 2:19:55

4+ y ago2:19:55

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In this episode, we discuss the Biere de Garde style and cover a few details about brewing those bigger end-of-year beers that go so well with the seasons, including pumpkin beers.

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Episode 142 - Hard Seltzer and The Redcoat Challenge 2:33:25

4+ y ago2:33:25

2:33:25

In this episode, we finally get around to discussing hard seltzers and how to "brew" them with a broad sampling of both commercial and homebrewed versions. Plus, we have the Denton County Homebrewers in studio to tell us about organizing their new homebrew competition aimed specifically at English beer styles, The Redcoat Challenge.…

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Episode 141 -- Low ABV Brewing Techniques 2:26:38

4+ y ago2:26:38

2:26:38

In this episode, we discuss the use of Munton's new Planet malt in Brandon's ESB and then we get into low ABV brewing techniques while sampling some low percentage commercial examples and discussing Greg's 1.7% Pale Lager and 2% Pale Ale. You CAN brew a tasty beer without much alcohol that makes for an enjoyable lawn mower or long evening beer.…

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Episode 140 - Blind Tastings and Rabbit Hole Braggot Collaboration 2:06:53

4+ y ago2:06:53

2:06:53

In this episode, we finally catch up on some recent events as of the time of this recording, then we get into a fun blind tasting of several commercial beers to see who can nail the style and better yet, the actual beer. Finally, we have Josh in from Rabbit Hole Brewing to help us discuss and formulate a recipe for a hard to find style that combine…

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Final Gravity: Episode 2 -- Kveik vs Brett/Abbey Blend and Brandon's Beer Gone Wrong 51:13

5y ago51:13

51:13

In this episode, we discuss a Belgian pale style ale that was brewed with Kveik yeast received through a yeast exchange against the same beer fermented with strains of Brett and an Abbey ale yeast, then we go onto a Beer Gone Wrong that Brandon brought in from an impromptu brewday.

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Episode 1: Belgian Golden Strong and Chocolate Hazelnut Porter 56:46

5y ago56:46

56:46

Final gravity the show where we take evaluation to a whole new level beyond judging. We evaluate recipe to glass. This is not a style show, its a “Your Beer” show. Unlike blind judging, Brandon Martin and James Lallande will evaluate you beer along side of your recipe and process based on what You wanted to brew then provide perception, feedback, a…

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Episode 139 -- Aging and Cellaring Beer and More Water Chemistry 2:40:01

5y ago2:40:01

2:40:01

In this episode, we are going to talk about aging and cellaring your beer. We have all had that special rare find that we want to age to perfection before pouring at a special occasion and hopefully we have all had that one batch of homebrew that was so good we wanted to save a few bottles as long as possible. Cellaring beer has almost become a hob…

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Episode 138 -- Brewing Methods, Wet Hops, Food Pairing, and Canadian Brews 2:34:18

5y ago2:34:18

2:34:18

In this episode, we cover a variety of topics including brewing methods with a focus on decoction, we sample a wet hop Kolsch experiment, we have an excellent prepared food pairing discussion prepared by our Cicerone-in-Training, Sandra, and we finally get around to trying Mikey's Canadian beer haul.…

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Episode 137 -- Bluebonnet Brew Off 2019 and Summer Brewing Review 2:53:31

5y ago2:53:31

2:53:31

In the episode we are going to talk about our favorite event of the year: The Bluebonnet Brewoff! Along with all the judging and scoresheet interpretation that goes with it. Also, we are talking about summer brewing!

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Episode 136 -- American Lagers and Light Lagers 3:27:40

5y ago3:27:40

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In this episode, we focus on the American Lager and Light Lager, BJCP Categories 1A and 1B. We know these are styles that are easy to poke fun at. However, it is hard to not recognize the skill it takes to make a beer that light. With little room for error, the big boys have figured out a way to make these “lawnmower” beers taste exactly the same n…

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Episode 135 -- Pastry Beer with 903 Brewers 2:32:53

5y ago2:32:53

2:32:53

In this episode, we will be discussing the somewhat newly named pastry beer trend. It’s been around in a form with breakfast stouts and other stouts and porters for a while, but has been taken to many new levels in a variety of other styles--all to capture the flavors of pastries. It could be the use of spices and specialty grains or even actual pa…

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Episode 134 -- Water Treatments and What Not with Wild Acre Brewing 2:25:59

5y ago2:25:59

2:25:59

In this episode, we have the folks from Wild Acre Brewing Company in the studio with us to talk about their beers, building their brewing water, and to do one of our favorite things--develop a new recipe on-air to brew together! But we all know what you’ve really been wanting to know when we mention Wild Acre, and it’s true--J-to-the-Roid is back i…

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Episode 133 -- Kombucha feat. Holy Kombucha and The Leipzig Gose 2:36:37

5y ago2:36:37

2:36:37

In this episode, we’re going to step off the usual beer path and have a conversation about kombucha. And luckily for us, we have some experts in the studio to talk about it! Tonight we have some of the crew from Holy Kombucha in Dallas, which just happens to include a voice you’ve heard before from our own Cedric Freeman. We also have a few interes…

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Episode 132 - Omega Jovaru Yeast Experiments and English Milds feat. BJCP Grandmaster II James Lallande 2:50:41

5y ago2:50:41

2:50:41

In this episode, we have our local BJCP Grand Master II back in studio with us to discuss the Jovaru Lithuanian Farmhouse yeast from Omega Yeast. He was in when we had our recent call with Omega co-founder Lance Shaner about their Kveik yeasts and has since brewed up a couple of more traditional batches to try their new Jovaru strain. Plus, we have…

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Episode 131 -- Patron Beer Review and Beers from Afar (Czech Pils and Pale Lager) 3:12:43

5y ago3:12:43

3:12:43

In this episode, we will be discussing a few Patreon listener submissions and trying the samples of Czech pils that Stubby brought back from his last trip to Germany. Being a Patron has it’s benefits and tonight we’ll be speaking with Patrons Aaron Rogers and Joey Carter about their beers. Plus, we have a few odds and ends for your enjoyment. So, p…

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Episode 130 -- Style Hour: Sweet Stouts feat. Panther Island Brewing 2:31:43

5y ago2:31:43

2:31:43

In this episode, we cover BJCP style category 16A Sweet Stout, that dark, rich, sweet, and slightly roasty version of a stout of varying ABV levels that’s perfect for an autumn or winter evening. It’s listed under category 16 Dark British Beer, but where it may not be modified as often overseas, it’s frequently found with additions here in the stat…

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Episode 129 -- Brut IPA and the Potential of Split Batches 2:10:44

5+ y ago2:10:44

2:10:44

In this episode, we discuss the emerging Brut IPA sub-style with an example of the Social Kitchen recipe Greg brewed and one that Rahr and Sons brewed for their 14th anniversary party. Then we get into the discussion of splitting batches for experimenting to get the most from a recipe while trying a version from Nigel. We had a few technical issues…

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Episode 128 -- Beers from Afar: Dark British Ales 2:26:20

5+ y ago2:26:20

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In this episode, we continue our coverage of the beers Nigel brought back from his recent visit to England and hear about some of the places he went and how the beer scene is there. Tonight’s beers have a strong focus on the darker British ales, like porters and stouts, but there are a few others in there too, including some that were bottled as he…

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Episode 127 - Kveik and More with Lance Shaner from Omega Yeast Labs 2:20:19

5+ y ago2:20:19

2:20:19

In this episode, we have a discussion with Lance Shaner, co-founder and owner with Mark Schwarz, of Omega Yeast Labs. They’ve been having a huge impact on the homebrew scene not only due to their high viability, high cell count liquid yeast packs, but because they are offering such a variety of flavors with their strains. Tonight, we have a set of …

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Episode 126 -- Of German Hop Harvests and Beers from Afar 2:46:48

5+ y ago2:46:48

2:46:48

In this episode, we dive into a discussion of Stubby’s recent trip to Germany and Nigel’s recent trip to England--all while we sample a few of the beers they brought back! Stubby had a great time visiting Ireks, but he also was there for a hop harvest and more. Nigel hit up a variety of breweries, got some interviews, and searched for a bunch of be…

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Episode 125 -- Style Hour: Schwarzbier 2:07:39

5+ y ago2:07:39

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In this episode, we discuss BJCP style category 8B Schwarzbier and discuss a few examples we can get locally. It’s a quaffable dark style with a light enough body and flavor character that it’s easy to drink year around, but always great as we move into the cooler months of the year. We will also hear a little about Stubby’s recent trip to Germany …

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Episode 124 -- Style Hour: Weizenbock 2:34:05

5+ y ago2:34:05

2:34:05

In this episode, as summer starts to come to an end, we’re going to cover a favorite style for the Fall--BJCP cat. 10C Weizenbock! It’s a strong wheat beer that matures quickly and if you brew it now, it’ll be in perfect shape for cooler evenings in October and November. Plus, we get into some discussion of homebrew in pop culture, water treatments…

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Episode 123 -- Those Fast Lagers and Hop-o-Rama #5 1:59:30

5+ y ago1:59:30

1:59:30

In this episode, we talk about fast turnaround primary fermentation for lager beers or what is commonly called Fast Lagering. It’s sort of a misnomer because lagering means cold storage, which does take time to properly do its thing. But it takes far less time when you work the primary fermentation of a lager yeast strain to get the best results in…

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Episode 122 -- Summer Brewing and Quick Soured Summer Ale Styles 2:06:58

5+ y ago2:06:58

2:06:58

In this episode, we aim at discussing some of the things to think about when brewing in the summer heat to make for a better, more productive brewday, like timing, chilling, and of course, what styles might be best for the situation and season. Which will include a listener requested discussion about the possibilities for styles that can be quickly…

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Episode 121 -- Homebrewcon 2018 Recap and British Golden Ales #2 2:31:45

5+ y ago2:31:45

2:31:45

In this episode, we recap some of our experiences at the 2018 Homebrewcon in Portland, OR and we have the results of our second British Golden Ale recipe experiment in studio to discuss the recipe changes we made and whether they resulted in a better version of the style and a more crushable beer.

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Episode 120 -- Fruit and Other Interesting Additions w/ The Collective Brewing Project and Josh Noel’s Barrel Aged Stout and Selling Out 2:59:03

5+ y ago2:59:03

2:59:03

In this episode, we have our friends from The Collective Brewing Project back in studio with us to discuss what they’ve been up to recently and to help discuss making additions to your beer to change that flavor profile. It’s most often fruit and wood, but we hope to branch out into a few other interesting areas and lately The Collective has been c…

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Episode 119 -- NEIPA Brew Challenge with Turning Point Beer 2:28:46

5+ y ago2:28:46

2:28:46

In this episode, we finally have our follow up to the NEIPA brew challenge we started a while back with Turning Point Beer. If you haven’t seen the discussion video on our Come and Brew It Facebook page, we had some of our local award winning homebrewers Mike Treadway, Sean Vreeland, and Jeremy Sanders chat with Alex and the guys from Turning Point…

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Episode 118 -- Record Keeping and Flavor Flights feat. New Main Brewing 2:19:03

5+ y ago2:19:03

2:19:03

In this episode, we had David Clark from New Main Brewing in studio with us to discuss the benefits and methods of record keeping to become a better brewer, along with the possibilities you can discover when you use flavor flights to see where you can take your beers. New Main is a recent addition to the DFW brew scene in the Pantego area. David ha…

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Episode 117 -- The Grainfather Revisited and Craft Beer Inspired Music 1:50:08

6y ago1:50:08

1:50:08

In this episode, we revisit our discussion on what might be our favorite piece of brewing equipment, The Grainfather! And to do it, we have several of our Grainfather brewers on the podcast to share their experiences. There’s been a whole lot of brewing going on with both the old version and the new Connect, so hopefully you learn something useful!…

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Episode 116 -- Beer Infusions and Beer Cooking feat. HopFusion and LUCK 2:01:08

6y ago2:01:08

2:01:08

In this episode, we have Macy Moore from HopFusion and Ned Steele from LUCK in studio to help us discuss infusing your beer with a variety of flavors as you serve it and to get back into the discussion of cooking with beer.

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Episode 115 -- Yeast-o-Rama #2, Malt-o-Rama #3, and More! 2:08:19

6y ago2:08:19

2:08:19

In this episode, we’re going to revisit two of our continuing segments with Yeast-o-Rama and Malt-o-Rama and also talk about a few competition beers and their judging results. In Yeast-o-Rama, we talk about three of the yeasts we have experience with for NEIPAs--because that’s about all anyone is talking about--and then we talk about a couple of dr…

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Episode 114 - Post Bluebonnet 2018 Compendium of Fun (Judging, Beer Storage, Aging, and More) 2:46:45

6y ago2:46:45

2:46:45

In this episode, we recap some of our experience at the 2018 Bluebonnet Brew Off--including content related to our Omega yeast saison experiment--and we get into the topic that always comes up around BBBO, judging concerns. Plus, we do it with the help of Rahr and Sons' Barrelmaster, Austin Heisch! And we finish off with discussion of some out of s…

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Episode 113 -- British Golden Ale Experiment #1 1:53:39

6y ago1:53:39

1:53:39

In this episode, we revisit the British Golden Ale style with the results of an experiment Nigel and Greg did with developing a recipe based on all the beers we tried in our style specific show. Plus, we have a few beers to try from the Tennessee area and we see what we might be able to do with a new in-shop competition to develop new kits with the…

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Episode 112 - Style Hour: The Pilsners 2:40:11

6y ago2:40:11

2:40:11

In this episode, we go over the 3 versions of one of our favorite styles: The Pilsner. The 2015 BJCP guidelines have reorganized the previous descriptions, but there are generally 3 variations including German, Czech, and American. Yet, the core of each is that easy to drink, crisp, refreshing light lager character, backed up with a nice hoppiness.…

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Episode 111 - Style Hour: Dark Strong/Quad Redo and Cellaring Your Beer 2:39:10

6y ago2:39:10

2:39:10

In this episode, we go back to “re-do” our Belgian Dark Strong/Quad episode because our last episode got a little out of hand and completely unintelligible at times. In fact, it was the first time we got the suggestion to add a bouncer for the show! Well, we just wanted to go over the style again and we even have Shawn Kidwell from Cowtown Brewing …

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Episode 110 - Malt-o-Rama #2 and more Making Plans for Nigel 2:33:38

6y ago2:33:38

2:33:38

In this episode, we start some new short segments, get into our second Malt-o-Rama topic with a focus on wheat malts--because there’s often some confusion between what’s available, what’s in a recipe, and what people really want when using wheat. Then we continue our Making Plans for Nigel discussion by answering more of the questions we had on our…

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Episode 109: Making Plans for Nigel #2 (Q&A for New and Intermediate Brewers) 2:16:50

6y ago2:16:50

2:16:50

In this episode, we’re going back to another segment of our Making Plans for Nigel discussion where we cover more of the questions we had leftover from our first round. All aimed at answering the questions of newer and intermediate brewers. We had a good response to what we discussed last time and could have easily filled up a few more hours on mos…

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Episode 108 -- Muntons Malting and Omega Yeast Brett Blend Saison Tasting 1:40:38

6y ago1:40:38

1:40:38

In this episode, we have Ross Hughes the Brewing Sales Executive for the US midwest region for Muntons malting company. Most of you know Muntons, but for those who don’t they are a leading global player in the supply of malts, malt extracts, flours, flakes, and many other malted ingredients relevant to the food and drink industry. After our discuss…

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Episode 107 - Style Hour: British Christmas Ales and Winter Warmers 1:59:45

6y ago1:59:45

1:59:45

In this episode, our resident Brit Nigel brought back a haul of beer brewed in England including a series of Golden Ales, Milds, Christmas Ales, and Winter Warmers. Last week we learned a lot focusing on the Golden Ales and Milds, but tonight we are going to give our focus to the second half of that haul and talk about the English Christmas Ales an…

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Episode 106 - Style Hour: British Golden Ales and Dark Milds 2:17:17

6y ago2:17:17

2:17:17

In this episode, our resident Brit Nigel brought back a haul of beer brewed in England including a series of Golden Ales, Milds, Christmas Ales, and Winter Warmers. Tonight we focus on half of that haul and talk about BJCP category 12A British Golden Ale and the far too uncommon category 13A - Dark Mild. Plus, we also had our local BJCP Grandmaster…

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Episode 105 - High Attenuation with Kevin Lane of Fermentis 2:28:24

6y ago2:28:24

2:28:24

In this episode, we have Kevin Lane from Fermentis back in studio with us to tell us about some of the newer Fermentis products and have a discussion about getting higher attenuation out of your fermentations. He has some new things to tell us about and at least one of them (HA-18) is a serious weapon as far as getting an incredible amount of atten…

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Episode 104 - Packaging and Priming Revisited and Malt-o-Rama #1 2:47:39

6y ago2:47:39

2:47:39

In this episode, we cover some previous territory and revisit the basics of packaging and priming to fill in some listener requests. We know that many of you have questions about the best methods and especially, how you might--and we stress might--be able to save something that didn’t turn out as planned. Plus, we also get into a new segment descri…

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Episode 103 - Listener Requests and Water Treatments Revisited 1:23:55

6+ y ago1:23:55

1:23:55

In this episode, we address several questions we recently received from listeners, and dive back into water and water treatments. Water treatments can help bring out a variety of different flavors in your beer and Nigel and Mikey recently did an experiment with one of Nigel’s favorite clone recipes to find out if they could get the hop flavor to ma…

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Episode 102 - Making Plans for Nigel and Hop-o-Rama #4 2:02:16

6+ y ago2:02:16

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In this episode, we wanted to introduce another new segment for beginning and intermediate brewers coming from the point of view of our resident Brit called Making Plans for Nigel. Perhaps some of you recognize the song reference. Basically, Nigel comes at us with a list of questions that he had as a beginning brewer through to his current practice…

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