The Confound Millennial is a podcast founded by Stephen "Stirvin" Michaels in 2018 and hosted by Stirvin and his bff (and former rival from another podcast) Ryan Diamondz that talks about a variety of topics including music, mental health, and nerdy stuff
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Today The Confound Millennial is back with Andrew Preston of A.P. Harbor to catch up on the two albums that he has released since we talked last year, including one called "The Arboretum" that just released this week! Make sure to follow A.p. Harbor on facebook to keep up with their shows and new releases: https://www.facebook.com/apharbor And for …
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TCM Update 5/31/23: NEW SHOWS BY THE CONFOUND MILLENNIAL
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Today we just have a quick update to let you know all about the new shows and podcasts coming to you by The Confound MillennialCheck out the website (still in progress) for Confounding Cryptids here: https://amap.to/millennial/cryptids/And for all things The Confound Millennial (merch, where to listen, maybe cool stuff idk) check out our website: h…
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The Confound Millennial Plays: The Murder Of Sonic The Hedgehog (Part 1)
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Today The Confound Millennial is switching things up, instead of our usual podcast episode we've decided to start a playthrough of the official SEGA game "The Murder Of Sonic The Hedgehog". Do we know what we're doing? No. Do we have the voice acting skills to carry on a text based game playthrough? Maybe. Let us know what you think and what game w…
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TCM Ep. 224: Rene Mata and AJ of Reach NYC
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Todays episode comes with a TRIGGER WARNING for talking about depression and suicide. If you are struggling please reach out to someone and if you feel you don't have anyone you can text or call the suicide and crisis lifeline at 988. Today Stirvin is joined by friends old and new as he sits down and talks with Rene Mata and AJ of Reach NYC! We go …
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TCM Ep. 223: Supporting Local and Catching up With Colby of Back Alley Tattoos
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Today we're catching up with one of Stirvin's favorite tattoo artists, Colby, from Back Alley Tattoos in Morehead Kentucky to catch up and see how life has been treating him, to further discuss the trade of tattooing, and to see if he's comfortable tattooing things from Diamondz' wildest dreams. This is sort of a part two from the last time we had …
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Two years ago we interviewed Izzy The Gent about his "project" Everything But The Everything, now he's back to discuss his fully formed BAND Everything But The Everything (yes there's a difference). Join in with Stirvin and get caught up on how things have been with Izzy OR join in with Diamondz and get to know Izzy for the first time. Either way, …
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Stirvin and Diamondz are joined today by the most guests we've ever had on at a time! We would love to introduce to you Justin Robinson, Jerrod Melvin, Dustin Thompson, James Rhea , and Cole Blagg, who when their powers combine join to form the band Parable!! We talk about their new single Distance, the local Kentucky music scene (or lack thereof),…
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The Confound Millennial podcast is joined today by Antonio and Brandon of the rock/rap band Discrepancies. We dive deep into the lyrics behind Get Hyped, Not Alone, and their new single Recovery. These dudes are really cool and if you've ever listened to this band you understand why their music is so powerful. For all things Discrepancies check out…
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TCM Ep. 219: The Whole Gang's Here / Meet Our Social Media Manager, Janie Bacon!
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We're excited to finally have the newest member of our team finally join us on an episode of The Confound Millennial! Stirvin and Diamondz are joined by social media manager Janie Bacon of Bacon Social Media Management to get too let y'all know her a little bit and to bring back some of the hangout vibes of the earlier days of the podcast. Make sur…
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Today Stirvin and Diamondz are rejoined by the first guest that they ever interviewed as a team, VENUES! It was great to see Lela again and to meet Dennis and Valentin and get new their point of views as well. Tune in if you're looking for a new band to add to your daily playlists or if you already know them and wanna get to know one of the coolest…
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TCM Ep. 217: Supporting Local James of Titans Chaos Games
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Today The Confound Millennial is supporting local by getting the word out about the newest trading card shop in Stirvin's home base of Morehead Ky. James of Titans Chaos Games is here to talk about Magic The Gathering, what it's like opening a new shop, and where he expects to be with the shop in five years. We love hanging out with fellow nerds li…
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TCM Ep. 216: Matt Mingus of Dance Gavin Dance (2023)
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Today on The Confound Millennial podcast Stirvin and Diamondz get to sit down again with Matt Mingus Dance Gavin Dance and give this whole interview thing a second chance. Whether you're an old fan of DGD or just now hearing about them there's plenty to learn in this episode, from how the band started in 2005, his most challenging song from their n…
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TCM Ep. 215: Catching Up With Justine Rodes of Mentally A Badass
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Today Stirvin is joined by fellow podcaster and past guest Justine Rodes of Mentally A Badass! Join in as we catch up on what Justine has been up to since 2021, including quitting a miserable job, starting her own business, and figuring out how to balance her brand, podcast, and business while fighting her mental health issues like a total badass. …
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TCM 214: New year/ New Manic Episode Driving My Goals And Dreams
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Last year was weird. But we're here to assure you that this year is gonna be weirder. The Confound Millennial is officially being driven to new heights and opportunities by the fuel of Stirvin's newest manic episode (gotta use whatever energy you can get these days). So are we back? We never left. Never going anywhere, other than your eardrums and …
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Stirvin is joined today on The Confound Millennial by lead singer of Red Handed Denial, Crazy EightyEight, metal cover extraordinaire, and all around certified badass Lauren Babic! We talk everything from tours, new music, future plans, how she doesn't like Nightmare Before Christmas, how she met a few of her super talented musical friends, and gen…
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Michael, Mikey, and Roy of ENOX are back to give The Confound Millennial their yearly update on music, life, touring, and all things need about themselves. along with a very important PSA: You probably couldn't survive getting kicked by a horse and a kangaroo at the same time. For all things ENOX check out their website here: https://www.enoxband.c…
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Today on Andrew of A.P. Harbor stops by The Confound Millennial to chat with Stirvin and Diamondz about a lifelong passion for music, cats, and a whole bunch of other stuff (but really lots of music and cats) To support Andrew make sure to check out his website: https://andrewprestonmusic.wixsite.com/mysite And to support us and see where else you …
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TCM Ep. 210: With Mike of The StreetExit Chronicles
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Today The Confound Millennial is welcoming one of Stirvin's old friends and acting buddies Mike Fisher of The StreetExit Chronicles podcast! Mike is here to talk about his and Stirvin's shared interest in helping people, and in Mike's case that goes more specifically the homeless population in and around his neck of the woods in Georgia. Having bee…
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TCM Ep. 209: Adventures In Advertising (Merch Update)
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I know you all love housekeeping/update episodes but we had to do one so it won't bleed into more exciting ones. But if you find us exciting anyways/ want to rep your favorite podcast, then this episode is just for you! For merch and more places to check out The Confound Millennial check out our website: amap.to/millennial --- Send in a voice messa…
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TCM Ep. 208: The Bible, The Planet, And Tommy Chong?
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Today on The Confound Millennial Stirvin, Diamondz, and guest host J.W. are joined by the legendary Tommy Chong! You may expect to know exactly what Tommy would talk about on a podcast but we're willing to bet that you're wrong! When given the chance to talk about anything he wants he's decided to give us his opinions on the holy bible? He also tal…
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TCM Ep. 207: Stirvin (A Piece Of Work) and Diamondz (A Work Of Art)
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Today Diamondz and Stirvin are here to take you on a trip down ADHD lane as we try our best to keep you from thinking about all the impending doom outside, cause if there's anything they're good at when they don't have a guest it's distractions and not talking about anything of actual importance. Also we announce the first of a set of upcoming post…
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Today on The Confound Millennial Stirvin and Diamondz get to interview the official tattoo artist to go to if you happen to want the podcast logo forever inked into your body! Colby of Back Alley Tattoos in Morehead Kentucky swings by the studio in person to sweat it out with Stirvin in a room with no AC, can they handle the heat? Will Stirvin have…
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TCM Ep. 205: Revenge Of The Fifth (With Trey)
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We don't often do holiday episodes here at The Confound Millennial, but we we are ONLY ONE DAY LATE for STAR WARS DAY! May the 4th may be over but Stirvin and Diamondz are here with their buddy Trey (as previously heard on season 1 of the show) to celebrate THE REVENGE OF THE 5TH! Wanna get PO'ed at us for ruining your favorite star wars movie?? Th…
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On The Confound Millennial we like talking about Music, Magic (the card game and all other nerd things), and Mental Health, and today we are joined today by a guest that hits two of the three of those pretty hard! And considering that it's now mental health awareness month it's very fitting that we have musical guest Eva Marie of Eva Under Fire her…
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TCM Ep. 203: With Jonathan "4" Realz
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The Confound Millennial is here today with return guest and old friend Jonathan 4 Realz! Join us as we get all serious and update Jonathan on the details of Stirvin's arrest from last year (we probably used the word bullshit a little much) but don't worry! It's Stirvin, Diamondz, and Jonathan so OF COURSE we talk about people pissing on pizzas!--- …
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TCM Ep. 202: The Home Team- Brian Butcher and Dan Matson (yes.. again, we love these guys)
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You know em, ya love em, and we do too! Brian and Dan of The Home Team are back again! Last time they were on we just had a couple of singles to talk about off of their new album Slow Bloom, but now that it's been released and they are taking a short break from tour they have more than ever to talk about. Featuring guest appearance from one of the …
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TCM Ep. 201: Stirvin and Diamondz Alone With Their Thoughts
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Today on The Confound Millennial Stirvin and Diamondz are here to catch you saucy hoebags up on what's been happening in the months they had to take a break from podcasting and what to expect now that their back and itching to interview and hang with your new favorite bands again!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…
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TCM Ep. 200: With Matt Mingus of Dance Gavin Dance
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The Confound Millennial is back, baby! Last year we had to take a sudden extended break from the show but after 6 months Stirvin and Diamondz are back with your 3rd favorite podcast! But more excitingly they are joined by one of Stirvin's newest friends, special musical guest Matt Mingus drummer extraordinaire and founding member of one of Stirvin'…
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The Cardboard Corner Ep. 7: 10-19 And The Number Men
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Today on The Cardboard Corner Stirvin is joined by musical guest 10-19 of 10-19 And The Number Men! Listen in as 10-19 talks about where his name came from, the history of the band, and why he makes music!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-confound-millennial/message…
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The Cardboard Corner Ep.6: A new partner in town, partner.
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Today Stirvin and Diamondz are being joined by a new member of The Confound Millennial family: Abby "Abbatha" Caines! Listen in to get in the know on the upcoming new podcast by The Confound Millennial!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-confound-millennial/message…
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Today on the Cardboard Corner Stirvin is joined the 2021 Confound Millennial guest of the year Emma Kay and Diamondz I guess picked the wrong cab to take a ride in...Don't forget to go support Emma's stand up in person if you happen to be near the NJ or NYC areas!2/26 @ The Comedy Cove in Springfield NJ3/16 @ Broadway Comedy Club in NYC--- Send in …
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Cardboard Corner Ep. 4: Guest Of The Year Announcement
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Today Stirvin further pushes back the return of The Confound Millennial but finally announces 2021's season 3 guest of the year. Meanwhile, Diamondz has a big audition. https://amap.to/millennial/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-confound-millennial/message
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Cardboard Corner Ep. 3: The End (of 2021)
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It's the end of 2021 and what better way to spend it than with your hoebag brothers- Stirvin and Diamondz And Don't forget there's just one week left to vote for guest of the year so get out there and do your part! https://amap.to/millennial/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-confound-millennial/message…
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Stirvin and Diamondz are here once again to address the prolonged absence of full length episodes, and to convince you to do your hoebag duty and go vote for guest of the year! Make sure to also check out our new website which convenientally has a place for you to vote for guest of the year, imagine that. https://amap.to/millennial/--- Send in a vo…
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The Cardboard Corner Ep. 1: Life, Love, and Ryan Diamondz
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The Confound Millennial is back in a new shorter format called The Cardboard Corner until Stirvin can get his crap together and stop being homeless. Be on the lookout for new episodes of the same idiots you love, musical guests you don't wanna miss, and long overdue life updates all in 10 minutes or less.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcast…
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TCM S3 Ep 49: Friends From Final Fantasy XIV the "June Corporation"
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Today we're changing it up a bit as we don't have a musical guest but instead Stirvin gets the chance to meet some friends (Marc and Alex) from the video game you know he's been obsessed with lately "Final Fantasy XIV". Join us as we cover a brief history of the game, how we met, and why FF14 might just be the greatest video game of all time. --- S…
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Today on the Confound Millennial Stirvin shakes his depression to make a comeback to the podcast and is joined by Tre and Johny of Spirit Breaker to discuss their brand new album and share stories of friendship, betrayal, and Gundam. Songs played in this episode: Pure fury and wonder- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlRQT3mT9PY Flauros- https://www…
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The Confound Millennial is back and ready for action after their much needed two week break. And we're ready to jump right back into it with Sean McCulloch of Phinehas! Join us for a mix of serious and silly as Sean dives into his experience looking into the mirror this past year at his true self for inspiration for lyrics, and as Diamondz explains…
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TCM S3 Ep. 46: Goodly Interviews From A Beautiful Portion Of Headwaters Talent and Crew
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Today is a very special show, as you know our host Stephen (Stirvin) has always had a passion for entertainment (especially acting) and that all started when he was 12 through a wonderful show based out of and on the beautiful area of north east Georgia called Sautee. The show ran until 2013 and was a very important part of the community for all th…
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Today Mikey and Oli of THECITYISOURS stop by to destroy the movie magic of music videos, discuss what it was like moving forward with the band after having to replace their frontman, how 90's wrestling inspired the music video for their newest single- Dangerous, and why their so angry/sad all the time. This was a fun episode and a great band so hop…
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TCM S3 Ep. 44: Justin Linn aka "The Wanderer"
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Today on The Confound Millennial Justin Linn stops by to talk about his new summer jam "The Wanderer", the many bands he has been involved with over the years including Save Ferris, relives the glory days of warped tour, and gets a brand new stage name from Stirvin! Check out his new single The Wanderer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbKcbQn…
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For the first time on the podcast Stirvin has broke and allowed a RAPPER on the show! Meet MNERVA (or Matt, he'll respond to both), and listen in as we discuss being a GEEK, what both of our QUARTER LIFE CRISIS' look like, the feeling of being STUCK in life (okay thats all of his songs that I can work into this description), and generally have a go…
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TCM S3 Ep. 42: Taylor Barber of Left To Suffer
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Today we have a very special guest as the immensely talented vocalist Taylor Barber of Left To Suffer joins The Confound Millennial! Listen in as Stirvin tells the story of how Taylor actually was involved in one of the funniest moments of his life without knowing it, Taylor talks about the tiny rage man in his heart, they discuss what Left To Suff…
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TCM S3 Ep. 41: Anthony DeMario of Capstan
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Today an old friend returns as Jarrett Miller (regular of season one of The Confound Millennial) joins Stirvin in interviewing the front man, Anthony DeMario, of their all time favorite band Capstan! We get the scoop on their upcoming album SEPARATE and why it's "Capstan at their absolute best", discuss old shows and memories such as Stirvin's firs…
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Stirvin has one rule. Don't talk about politics. Today he and Diamondz break that rule for the 4th time (not much of a rule then, huh?) and invite their good buddy (and matchmaker) Jonathan "4" Realz to the show to talk everything from running for congress, your ability to not vote for sh*t @$$e$ to Shoney's, to Magic the gathering robots, and ever…
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TCM S3 Ep. 39: Meta Dead of The Dead Deads
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We've got an exciting high energy episode of The Confound Millennial as Stirvin and Diamondz are joined by none other than Meta Dead of The Dead Deads! Tune in as we discuss their awesome fan base and how to approach the council for your very own Dead nickname, what it's like to work with Corey Taylor, the freedom of being able to make the music th…
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Are you tired of us talking about music and nerdy stuff all the time? If so this episode is not for you! Today Stirvin is joined by Frankie Mish of Sleep Waker, to talk about drumming, working as a team to create art, what nerdirific (making up words here, sue me) things inspire the lyrics of Sleep Waker, how many people Stirvin could beat up while…
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TCM S3 Ep. 38: Everything But The Everything
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The Mastermind behind Everything but the Everything, Izzy the Gent, joins The Confound Millennial today to talk with Stirvin about his musical motivations, how creativity cannot be contained, what it's like having different singers sing for one band, and how community and a team that works well together isn't just important on stage but behind the …
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Today Stirvin and Diamondz are joined by not one but two of the most badass vocalists that Germany has to offer, Robin and Lela of Venues! Listen in as we go behind the scenes of their newest music videos, get the history of the band, figure out which member of the band is the nerdiest, and see whether or not they choose to ignore us, and pretty mu…
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Today's episode of The Confound Millennial features special guests Robin and Nathan of the band Resolve! We talk about what it's like being a French speaking band with an English listening audience, when we might be able to catch them playing live again, and most importantly when that next single drops! I personally am now a huge fan of their music…
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