Best Carole Freeman Podcasts (2024)

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Tia Williams 1:19:06

2h ago1:19:06

1:19:06

Dr. Julie E Moody-Freeman and co-host Dr. Carole Bell interview Tia Williams, best-selling writer of A Song For Ricki Wilde. Tia Williams had a fifteen-year career as a beauty editor for magazines including Elle, Glamour, Teen People, and Essence. She’s the author of The Accidental Diva, the It Chicks series, and The Perfect Find—now a Netflix film…

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Season 4 Preview 5:39

2h ago5:39

5:39

In season four, I’m joined by Dr. Carole Bell. Carole is a culture writer, a media scholar, and a romance fan. This season’s focus is on “Pathbreaking Books and New Directions.” We are diving into novels both past and present that have expanded the domain of romance produced by Black writers – works that speak to the complexities of Black experienc…

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73 | When do you need a separate business? 11:21

6d ago11:21

11:21

Welcome to the latest episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," where herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman dives into a pertinent question from listener Oren about managing multiple business ventures. Camille explores the complexities of deciding when to keep different facets of your work under one umbrella and when to separate them into disti…

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72 | Is it possible to sustain yourself with a clinical practice? 9:13

11d ago9:13

9:13

Welcome to this episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," hosted by Camille Freeman, a clinical herbalist and licensed nutritionist. In this episode, Camille addresses question from Katie about the feasibility of supporting oneself solely through a clinical practice. Camille explores the realities of establishing a sustainable clinical practice, emp…

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71 | Your Regularly-Scheduled Business Breakdown 10:36

25d ago10:36

10:36

If you stay in practice long enough, you'll have a business breakdown. These are periods where you're rethinking or restructuring at the highest level. During this time, things can get worse before they get better. In this episode, Camille discusses the inevitable disruptions that occur when you make big changes and shares her personal experiences …

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70 | Knowing when to be done with an herbal formula 7:30

3M ago7:30

7:30

When a client's taking an herbal formula that seems to be resonating with them, they'll often want to know how long they should plan on continuing with the formula. When I first started practicing, I'd often give them a semi-standard answer centering around herbs taking time to work, guesstimates based on previous clients, etc. Since then, I've fou…

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69 | What to do when your marketing isn’t working 9:07

3M ago9:07

9:07

When it feels like nothing is making a difference... Especially when you're getting started, it can feel like you're working and working and working, and you still don't have any clients. This is very common, and it's very disheartening. In this episode, I'll share a few different things to consider when you're in this place. My biggest suggestions…

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68 | Herbs and Other Strategies to Support Sleep with Maria Noël Groves 30:57

4M ago30:57

30:57

In today's episode, I'm delighted to interview Maria Noël Groves about her new book, Herbal Remedies for Sleep, and how the book applies to our work as clinicians. Listen in for thoughts on nervines, when to refer out v. when to try DIY or gentle sleep support, distinguishing between 'gentle' and 'strong,' and more. Links to Maria's work & website …

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Ep 5 Kermet Apio 1:12:51

6M ago1:12:51

1:12:51

Seattle-based comedian, Kermet Apio shares his wisdom garnered from 30+ years experience doing stand up comedy. He was the winner of the 2009 Great American Comedy Festival and has had numerous appearances on television and radio. He has showcased at comedy festivals in Aspen, Las Vegas, and Vancouver and has performed in 47 states and 3 Canadian p…

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Ep 61 How to End Emotional Eating 44:37

6M ago44:37

44:37

Can’t stay on keto due to cheating or falling off the wagon? Have some success, lose weight, but gain it back? Are feeling out of control with your eating? Think, "If I could just stop emotional eating, I’d reach my health and weight goals!" You do well for a while, then life happens! And then your hand is in a bag of chips or a pint of Ben & Jerry…

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S2, EP4: Kris Brown, the sultry-voiced host of Cannasations w/ Kris 33:27

7M ago33:27

33:27

This week, Gregg crosses the border and talks with Kris Brown, of Jeffersonville, VT, who hosts "Cannasations w/Kris," a podcast that focuses on cannabis' healing powers, from the perspective of an Iraq veteran who has spent time incarcerated and come out the other side with a healthy, happy family in Vermont. For real, you'll want to listen to thi…

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S2, EP3: Kim Napolitano-Perry Returns! 43:21

7M ago43:21

43:21

This week, Gregg brings back scent expert Kim Napolitano-Perry, who regaled us with tales of smelling good in Season 1. This time, she's here to chat with Gregg about social constructs, which bring Gregg no end of fascination. Good thing Kim used to be an English teacher (Mrs. N-P!), and is used to walking folks through concepts that have a lot of …

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S2, EP2: Sabrina Shapiro, back for more, and asking ALL the questions 33:04

9M ago33:04

33:04

For this second episode of the second season, Gregg welcomes a guest for the second time for the first time. For the second go-round, though, the tables are turned: Daughter Sabrina Shapiro asks all the questions in this episode, digging into the eternal question, "Just who is her dad?" But that's not why she's locked herself in the bathroom. Can G…

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Ep 60 Shifting Your Mindset with Coach Bronson 1:24:30

9M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

In episode 60, Carole will be chatting with Bronson Dant. Is a smaller clothing size important when you don't have any quality of life? Why is muscle so important for women over 40? The pervasive myth of "I want to get toned, not muscular" How do you change stubborn behaviors? And more! Coach Bronson is a recognized expert in the field of fitness, …

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S2, EP1: Carol Joannidi, of Little Cat Metals, on making a life as a creative (with cannabis) 39:23

9M ago39:23

39:23

To launch Season Two, Gregg calls on a native of Martha's Vineyard and fellow Masshole, Carol Joannidi, who has built a career as a metalsmith with Little Cat Metals and whom Gregg met "pre-second marriage, pre-third engagement" and quickly became someone Gregg needed to confide in. Welcome to thr retail therapy couch! Here he was, a lifelong stone…

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Ep 6 Get Good with Joe Lowers, CEO of The World Series of Comedy 1:53:37

11M ago1:53:37

1:53:37

In this episode, Carole talks with Joe Lowers, the CEO of The World Series of Comedy (WSOC). He's a 29+ year comedy vet, spent 10 years doing his Joe Show in Las Vegas and now tours The World Series of Comedy in 12 locations around the U.S. We talk about: -Joe's career highlights -How he got his promotional materials to stand out to get booked -The…

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EP10: Elizabeth Cloutier, of Wynk, on building a career in cannabis 34:40

11M ago34:40

34:40

This week, Gregg chats with Elizabeth Cloutier, of cannabis beverage-maker Wynk, on her path to the cannabis industry, moving from dispensaries and trimming to sales and marketing. How does someone with a Human Services degree find themselves at a cannabis company? How do you incorporate cannabis into a wellness-focused lifestyle? What's up with ca…

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Ep 4 Get Good with Myles Weber 1:12:08

11M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot Follow the show on Instagram Myles Weber’s has racked up over 60 million views across all platforms, was featured on MTV’s Greatest Party Story Ever Told and had a top 10 Special on the Dry Bar Comedy App in 2021. He has been a part of some of the biggest Comedy Competitions and Festivals …

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EP9: Justin (JT) Freeman on how fitness and cannabis go hand-in-hand 28:57

11M ago28:57

28:57

This week, Gregg chats with Justin (JT) Freeman, manager of the Sanford dispensary Vetted. After getting laid off during COVID, JT turned his role as a medical patient and burgeoning fitness training career into a relationship with the mother-daughter team who own Vetted. How can fitness and cannabis work together? Really well! JT used cannabis to …

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Ep 3 Get Good with Australian Headliner Benny Darsow 1:31:20

12M ago1:31:20

1:31:20

In episode 3 of The Get Good Podcast with Carole Freeman, we're talking with headliner, Benny Darsow, Australian comedian. Ain't technology grand that we can have a convo with two people on opposite sides of the planet?!? Benny shares how much different the comedy scene is Australian than the US (including how different festivals are), the highligh…

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67 | Ember Peters, Stascha Stahl & Vilde Chaya Fenster-Ehrlich on their Advanced Clinical Herbal Skills Program 44:04

12M ago44:04

44:04

This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ember Peters, Stascha Stahl, and Vilde Chaya Fenster-Ehrlich about their upcoming Advanced Clinical Herbal Skills program. The program looks awesome. I'd like to take it, and I probably would if my fall wasn't so chaotic. Whether you're interested in furthering your clinical skills or not, though, I enc…

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Ep 2 Get Good with Cory Michaelis 1:07:47

12M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Carole interviews international headlining comedian Cory Michaels about his comedy career, the milestones along the way, tips for producing a high-quality comedy show, and more. Career highlights include: Dry Bar Comedy Special -"Bad Teacher" with over 60 million views. "The Collage Dropout" comedy album by 800 Lb. Gorilla Records charted #2 on iTu…

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Ep 59 How to Eat All You Want and Lose Weight 55:02

12M ago55:02

55:02

Are you struggling to lose weight because you can’t control your appetite? Do you wonder if there is a way to eat all you want and still lose weight? Is there a way to naturally tame your appetite so that you feel in control of what you eat? In this episode, Carole shares 8 different things that impact appetite, hunger, cravings and satiety. And sh…

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EP8: Alex McMahan, Co-Founder and CEO at The Healing Community MEDCo 35:37

12M ago35:37

35:37

This week Gregg chats with Alex McMahan, co-founder and CEO of The Healing Community MEDCo, who also sits on the Office of Cannabis Policy's Medical Cannabis Workgroup. How do you go from slinging pizza to owning your own cannabis business in less than two years? Alex gives you the down low, plus his thoughts on Maine's cannabis marketplace as a wh…

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Ep 1 Get Good with Jason Rowland 1:41:15

12M ago1:41:15

1:41:15

Jason Rowland is a veteran of the comedy industry, and the owner and founder of Comedy Feedback. Jason has served as the General Manager and booker of The Comedy MIX in Vancouver, BC – one of Canada’s premier stand-up comedy clubs. Additionally, he has held the position of Vice President of The World Series of Comedy since 2017. The WSOC is North A…

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66 | Branding and Websites with Lindsey Freeman and Julie Goldberg 31:25

12M ago31:25

31:25

Branding and Website Design Isn't Easy Many practitioners spend a lot of time, energy, and sometimes money trying to cobble together a website and professional brand as they're just starting out. This isn't usually the best choice. You do want to have a brand, but it's also important to understand that your practice will evolve in unexpected ways o…

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65 | Behind the Scenes at HerbRally with Mason Hutchinson 39:14

1y ago39:14

39:14

I was so excited to interview Mason Hutchinson, the founder of HerbRally. Herb Rally is a platform for herbalists and herbal enthusiasts, including event listings, a podcast, and a YouTube channel. Mason shared talked to us about the origins of HerbRally, from its humble beginnings as an event listing website to its expansion into the robust platfo…

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EP7: Sabrina Shapiro on being Gregg's daughter (and making good decisions) 36:45

1y ago36:45

36:45

Gregg has somehow conned his daughter into coming on the podcast to talk about when she was introduced to cannabis, whether Gregg and Sabrina knew what was going on with each other, and how stoner dad reacted when he found weed in Sab's room. He ran a tight household! Don't worry, this isn't an interrogation, but it IS a must-listen for anyone rais…

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64 | The Power of Accountability Groups: Insights from Carolee, Linnette, and Amy 34:30

1y ago34:30

34:30

In this episode, I'm joined by Carolee Horner, Linnette Johnson, and Amy Boldt, who share their experiences with forming and attending an accountability group over several years. They highlight the value of accountability groups, emphasizing how they provide support, inspiration, and a sense of community for practitioners. In this episode, you'll l…

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63 | Burnout and self-care with Gina Badger 38:41

1y ago38:41

38:41

In this episode, herbalist Gina Badger joins us to discuss their experience of burnout and some strategies they've put in place to provide a bit of breathing room. Systematizing and automating processes, revamping communication policies, and clarifying language in intake forms and cancellation policies helped create more room and attend to bigger t…

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Ep 58 Valorie's Keto Success 48:19

1y ago48:19

48:19

Board Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist, Carole Freeman, chats with her newest Peer Support Coach, Valorie, about where she was before she found keto, what results she experienced working with Carole, the challenges she faced when trying to maintain keto on her own, her tips for success, including her 3 pillars of success, and more. Carole a…

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EP6: Michael Saunders on opening and closing Forest City Reserve 30:59

1y ago30:59

30:59

Like many, Michael Saunders started with cannabis as a young teenager, both with his older brother and as a way to self-medicate, trying to forget things in the short term while growing up in Sanford. His path took him through carpentry, a degree in psychology, and a burgeoning career in social services before he found himself working to help peopl…

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Bolu Babalola and Dr. Carole Bell 53:25

1y ago53:25

53:25

Julie E Moody-Freeman and co-host Dr. Carole Bell interview best-selling writer of Love in Colour and Honey & Spice Bolu Babalola. Bolu Babalola is a British-Nigerian journalist, writer, and lover of love. In 2016, she was shortlisted in 4th Estate’s B4ME competition for her short story “Netflix & Chill,” a hilarious tale of teen romance. Bolu has …

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EP5: Dr. Patrick Connolly, family practice physician, on the era of medical cannabis 29:18

1y ago29:18

29:18

This episode, Dr. Patrick Connolly joins Gregg to talk about his 30 years of family practice with Martin’s Point in Portland, including being Gregg’s actual doctor! It’s Gregg’s chance to ask his doctor questions you don’t generally ask your doctor, especially about practicing in the era of medical cannabis and how the physician community, especial…

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Bette Ford 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Julie E Moody-Freeman interviews award winning romance writer Bette Ford. Ford is the author of fourteen books including, For Always, Forever After, All the Love, The Prescott Series, and Mrs. Green Girls Series. Thanks to the Center for Black Diaspora at DePaul University for sponsoring this podcast. Creator, producer, and host of the Black Romanc…

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62 | Results from an Email List Experiment 11:32

1y ago11:32

11:32

What happens if you don't have an opt-in offer? Today, I want to talk about an experiment I've been running with my email list. My email list is absolutely critical to the way I run my practice. It is my primary marketing tool, the way I stay connected with current, past, and potential clients. It's also a way for me to serve the practitioner commu…

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EP4: Ethan Kramer on finding fulfillment in cannabis 27:02

1y ago27:02

27:02

What do you do as a chef when you're burned out on restaurants? Get cooking with cannabis. This week, Gregg chats with Ethan Kramer, owner of edible maker Southern Maine Kitchen and canna-friendly venue Arrowheads Estate about transferring his skills from one industry to another.By Beer & Weed Magazine

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Francis Ray and Anna Larence with Michelle Ray, Ann Fields and Margo Hendricks (Elysabeth Grace) 1:02:46

1y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Julie E Moody-Freeman is joined by Race and Romance: Coloring the Past writer Margo Hendricks, by Michelle Ray, and by Ann Fields to discuss Black romance writers Francis Ray and Anna Larence. Francis Ray’s books can be found at: FrancisRay.com One can find Fields online at: www.annfields.com, https://twitter.com/ann_fields, www.facebook.com/AnnFie…

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61 | Thoughts about Scarcity Marketing 10:26

1y ago10:26

10:26

If you're new to clinical practice, you might be tempted to investigate common marketing techniques to help you find more clients. Unfortunately, many of the strategies you'll hear about won't necessarily get you the kinds of results you're looking for. In this episode, I share a story about a marketing expert who recommended working scarcity int…

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EP3: The Farm Stand's Crystal Blow on budtending and a life in cannabis 29:49

1y ago29:49

29:49

One of the hardest things to reconcile for many cannabis users today is the difference between a lifelong experience of having to hide cannabis use and hearing it described as a "drug" and today's reality where you can make a literal profession in the cannabis industry. This week, Gregg talks with Crystal Blow, assistant manager at the Farm Stand i…

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EP2: Kim Napolitano-Perry, of Perry Home Naturals, on making everything smell nice 27:33

1y ago27:33

27:33

You know what people complain about all the time? The smell of weed. Want to get rid of that? Listen to super-smeller Kim Napolitano-Perry, founder of Perry Home Naturals, who talks with host Gregg Shapiro about founding a business based in fragrance and managing your smell environment. Did you know there are many different kinds of patchoulis?…

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60 | The Power of Showing Up 10:23

1y ago10:23

10:23

Why bother to show up when you can watch the recording? Today, I'm sharing a simple yet often overlooked strategy for building your visibility and relationships within your community. Finding clients and getting the word out about your practice can be a real challenge, especially when you're just starting out. It's easy to find yourself stressing o…

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EP1: Luke Mallett on the band, growing up musical, and ... his own brand of weed? 29:56

1y ago29:56

29:56

In our debut episode, host Gregg Shapiro talks with Luke Mallett, one half of the Mallett Brothers who front the Mallett Brothers Band, Maine's biggest roots, country, and Americana act. Hear him talk about how the band has risen from the depths of the pandemic, how the boys grew up musical, and whether or not we're going to get a Mallett-branded g…

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Christina C. Jones and Jessica P. Pryde 49:11

1y ago49:11

49:11

In this episode, Julie E Moody-Freeman is joined by Black Love Matters writer and When In Romance podcast co-host Jessica P. Pryde to interview Christina C. Jones, a best-selling romance novelist and digital media creator. They discuss Jones’ self-published romance novels as well as her experiences publishing and marketing romance novels through he…

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Ep 57 Overcoming Anxiety Eating with Katie McKenna, LMHC, CN 51:39

1+ y ago51:39

51:39

Do you struggle with anxiety? Do you ever use food to cope with overwhelming feelings? Have you ever wondered if what you eat could affect anxiety and other feelings? Then this episode is for you! Stick around as Carole chats with Katie McKenna, CN, LMHC, anxiety and nutrition expert, fellow graduate and friend from Bastyr University, about her uni…

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Jacquelin Thomas with Rochelle Alers 1:10:13

1+ y ago1:10:13

1:10:13

Julie E Moody-Freeman is joined this episode by two best-selling and award-winning romance writers: Rochelle Alers and Jacquelin Thomas. In Season 1 episode 10 of the Black Romance Podcast, Rochelle Alers joined Julie to talk about Alers’ experiences in the romance industry. In this episode, Alers joins as co-host of the show to talk with Jacquelin…

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59 | Thoughts on an ashwagandha thyrotoxicosis case report 11:22

1+ y ago11:22

11:22

As I was preparing for a lecture on ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), I came across a case report sharing information about a women who went to the ER with tachycardia, palpitations and other symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Her TSH was almost absent, while T4 and T3 were within normal limits. The doctors there ruled out other causes and eventually det…

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DL White 1:19:11

1+ y ago1:19:11

1:19:11

DL White joins Julie E Moody-Freeman to talk about White’s experiences writing, publishing, and marketing romance novels through her self-built online platform. DL White’s eBooks, print, and audio books can be purchased at booksbydlwhite.com/books. Thanks to the Center for Black Diaspora for sponsoring this podcast. Creator, producer, and host of t…

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Natalie Dunbar with Barbara Keaton 55:48

1+ y ago55:48

55:48

In this episode, Julie E Moody-Freeman and her co-host romance writer Barbara Keaton speak with award-winning romance writer Natalie Dunbar. They discuss Dunbar’s experiences publishing with Genesis Press, Parker Publishing, Silhouette, and Kimani Arabesque. Thanks to the Center for Black Diaspora at DePaul for sponsoring this podcast. Creator, pro…

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58 | Spring Dreaming & Planning Workshop 30:02

1+ y ago30:02

30:02

I honor of the equinox today, I'm sharing the spring dreaming and planning workshop I led recently. I highly recommend a seasonal planning process rather than an annual one. I hope you enjoy! I'd love to hear how your planning goes and what your intention will be for the upcoming season 🌼 Download the workbook My seasonal tracking form (copy into y…

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