Best Construction Materials Testing Podcasts (2024)

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S1E14: How to Find Toxin-Free Home Essentials with Wendy Kathryn 43:39

17d ago43:39

43:39

A healthy home doesn't start and end with construction. Every single product, from cookware to perfume, can have a huge impact on your overall health. So today, I'm joined by Wendy Kathryn , a clean living coach and environmental toxins attorney. She's also the host of Toxin Free-ish Podcast where you can find all things toxin-free living, for real…

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S1E13: The Building Science Behind Sustainable Architecture with Emily Mottram 56:29

1M ago56:29

56:29

Houses don’t need to breathe. People need to breathe. Houses on the other hand, need to dry. These are the wise words of today’s guest, Emily Mottram. Emily is an architect and principal of Mottram Architecture. She is a building science educator, co-host on “The BS & Beer Show” and hosts a monthly podcast “E3 - Energy and Efficiency with Emily,” f…

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S1E12: How to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Access Clean Water in Your Home with Zack Pelzel, Founder of The Purified Home 38:00

1M ago38:00

38:00

Indoor air quality can make or break a home! Fresh air and clean water are the silent, and often forgotten, ingredients to a healthy living space. Today’s guest is Zack Pelzel, the Founder of The Purified Home. And no, we’re not just talking about air purifiers. After backpacking through the Sierra Nevadas, Zack became more attuned to nature than e…

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S1E11. Your go-to Window Buying Guide with Peter Duppenthaler, AKA - @FenestrationGuy 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

Can you imagine a house without windows? Sounds more like a prison to me and my guest today, Peter Duppenthaler AKA @FenestrationGuy. Windows serve a purpose for the occupants mental health. With no sunlight streaming into a space, it can become depressing - fast. They also provide access to fresh air! And aesthetically, they’re an important aspect…

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S1E10. How To Tell If You Have Mold In Your Home with Indoor Environmental Professional, Megan Carson 52:13

2M ago52:13

52:13

Many of us get into this industry because we have personal horror stories with mold. For me, I bought a home that had floor to ceiling mold in the kitchen. It was completely invisible to the naked eye, until we started the renovation process and took walls down to the studs. For today’s guest, Megan Carson, she was reaching a sever level of mold to…

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21. The Billion Dollar Cavern 25:40

2M ago25:40

25:40

Wes Hemp, PE, PG, LEED AP (SME) and his old friend and client, Justin Ramirez, PE (Lochmueller Group), reminisce about the time they stumbled across steam coming out of the ground below a WWTP project, discovering what was below, and solutions to the problem. Listen, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you s…

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S1E9. Installing New Windows? Here’s What You Need to Consider 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

Windows are a uniquely vulnerable spot in your home. Essentially, you’ve got a stable structure with holes in the middle to let in light. So as you can imagine, all sorts of problems can present themselves if your windows aren’t constructed properly. It’s incredibly important that your windows are properly constructed to protect against water damag…

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S1E8. A Home Inspection Checklist with Holistic Realtor, Tori McGee 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

“The housing market is crazy, can I skip the inspection?” I hear this all the time. And truth be told, I’ve skipped the home inspection before. But I would NOT suggest doing this (you’ll have to tune into the episode to find out why I did). Today, I’m joined by Tori McGee, a holistic realtor based in Atlanta, Georgia. This episode was so fun to rec…

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S1E7. Should You Get an ERMI Test? Navigating Proper Mold Testing with PJ Harlow 54:13

3M ago54:13

54:13

I’ve seen people rip their homes down to the studs in an effort to get rid of mold. And the worst part is, sometimes they do all of that and they still don’t find what they’re looking for. So today, you’re in for a treat because my friend PJ Harlow, owner and CEO of PJ Harlow Wellness, Inc. is joining us. PJ Harlow Wellness, Inc is a virtual, IICRC…

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S1E6: Healthy Home Renovation on a Budget 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

How do you come up with a figure for your renovation budget? I know allocating funds can feel really stressful when you’re being thrown so many options. So in today’s episode, I’m giving you a bird’s eye view of the budgeting decisions I would urge you to make. At the end of the day, we want to use the renovation process as a way to avoid bigger he…

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S1E5: How to Build Airtight Right Through Passive Home Building with Casey Grey | The Conscious Builder 41:37

3M ago41:37

41:37

What does a passive home look like? Well, imagine a home that is completely energy efficient without breaking the bank. Today’s guest, Casey Grey, is the founder of the award-winning sustainable building company, The Conscious Builder. Casey began passive home building after the birth of his first child. Knowing he wanted to leave the world better …

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S1E4: How to Find a Building Contractor and Get them on Board with Building a Healthy Home 19:13

3M ago19:13

19:13

How can you have a productive conversation with contractors? A lot of people will shy away from really digging in with their contractors because they get intimidated by all the jargon. But it’s a really important first step to getting that healthy home you dream of! So today, I’m laying out exactly how you can approach these conversations. We’re ev…

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S1E3: How to Avoid Mold in Your Home with Mold Inspector, Anna Branch 35:25

4M ago35:25

35:25

One of the biggest misconceptions about mold is that your house needs to experience a massive flood to be at risk. In reality, mold can grow and thrive with minor leaks and excessive humidity. But how do you know when it's time to call an inspector? And what precautions can you take to make sure you don't have to go through the nightmare of chasing…

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S1E2: Is Your Home Making You Sick? Here Are 3 Hidden Ways Your Home Could Negatively Affect Your Health 10:45

4M ago10:45

10:45

Is your home making you sick? Of course, when it comes to illness, the walls of our home are not usually the first place we look to find the offender. That’s why today, i’m laying out the three biggest ways your home could be making you sick. It’s important to look at your home from a bird’s eye point of view. The first, and perhaps most obvious, i…

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S1E1: What Does It Mean to Build or Renovate a Holistic Home? 15:41

4M ago15:41

15:41

Holistic home construction is not the norm. Traditional home construction is what you see being built all around you. Unfortunately, many home builders and renovators don’t know how to talk to their contractors, what to ask, and how to assert their needs. So what does holistic home construction even mean? The most important thing to understand is t…

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Welcome to The Holistic Homes Podcast! 1:14

4M ago1:14

1:14

Here's a sneak peak at what to expect from The Holistic Homes Podcast each week! I’m your host Christine Cimabue, and I’m a licensed contractor and holistic construction consultant. You're in the right place if you're a homeowner considering a new build or renovation. Join us every Wednesday for guest expert conversations and quick, actionable tips…

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Season 4 Recap 17:57

5M ago17:57

17:57

We share some of the highlights from this past season and explain why we take a break in March and April (spoiler, it's because of the AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange). Related information: AASHTO re:source Events The Stream by AASHTO: A Conversation with AASHTO President, Craig Thompson S4 E05: Paving with Recycled Plastic - Hawaii's Pilot Pro…

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Webinar Audio: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling 39:10

5M ago39:10

39:10

We share the audio from January 2024's webinar "A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling." Related informaiton: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling http://aashtoresource.org/lap Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By AASHTO resource

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Umbrella Accreditation 28:53

5M ago28:53

28:53

Get a high-level overview of why a laboratory's AASHTO Accreditation is not an "umbrella" accreditation that extends to other locations. Related information: S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab Accreditation S1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Requirements S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory S1 E37: FAQ - Multi-Site and Off-Site Personnel …

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Mail Call! (February 2024) 38:28

5M ago38:28

38:28

We go through Brian's inbox to answer some of the questions he's been asked recently. Related information: S3 E17: From the Cutting Room Floor - Consensus Standards S2 E19: FAQ - Refusal of Service S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews S1 E31: FAQ - How long does it take to get accredited? AASHTO re:university Webi…

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Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 2 33:28

6M ago33:28

33:28

How familiar are you with fine and coarse aggregate specific gravity tests? Does your knowledge surpass Kim's? It's not difficult, but find out as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities for AASHTO T 84/ASTM C128 and AASTHO T 85/ASTM C127. Related information: Common Findings In Aggregate Testing S4 E34: Common Findings in Aggregate Test…

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Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 1 27:06

6M ago27:06

27:06

Have Kim's guesses of common nonconformities improved as we move along in this series? Find out how she does as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities during aggregate testing in regards to general equipment, AASHTO T 11/ASTM C117 and AASHTO T 27/ASTM C136. Related information: S4 E32: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments: ASTM C138,…

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Enforcing the AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation 33:58

6M ago33:58

33:58

While the policy on how to publicize your AASHTO Accreditation hasn't really changed, how it is being enforced recently did. We discuss what this means for AASHTO Accredited laboratories. Related informaiton: AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation S2 E07: FAQ - Publicizing AASHTO Accreditation AASHTO Accreditation Directory False …

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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments: ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, C1231 18:41

6M ago18:41

18:41

In this "Common Findings" episode, we continue with the concrete series and discuss ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, and C1231. As a refresher, in this series, Kim blindly tries to guess some of the most common nonconformities in concrete assessment reports, and then Brian shares the actual findings and some possible ways to resolve them. Related…

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December PSP Insights - Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry & Micro Systems 38:07

7M ago38:07

38:07

John, Ryan, and Joe join us once again, this time to discuss the recent Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry and Micro Systems samples. Related information: S4 E27: November PSP Insights - Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint S4 E20: October PSP Insights - Aggregate Gradation and Gravity S4 E14: August P…

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AASHTO re:source Confidentiality Policy Explained 34:09

7M ago34:09

34:09

Learn who, what, where, why, and when we can share specific customer information. Related information: AASHTO re:source Policy on Confidentiality S2 E28: FAQ - Mail Call! S2 E15: What is the ATG? S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By AASHTO resource

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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C31, C39, C78, C511 15:00

7M ago15:00

15:00

Continuing the "Common Findings" series, with no context, Kim guesses the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C31, C39, C78, and C511. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for those standards and some general tips on how to resolve them. Related information: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM…

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Sneak Peek into TechEx 2024 31:20

7M ago31:20

31:20

We are giving listeners a sneak peek into the planning of the 2024 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange and sharing details about what they can expect from this unique industry event. Related information: aashtoresource.org/events Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By AASHTO resource

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November PSP Insights - Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint 22:25

8M ago22:25

22:25

John and Joe join us to discuss the most recent Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint sample rounds. Related Information: S3 E30 November PSP Insights (2022) http://aashtoresource.org/psp/schedule http://aashtoresource.org/psp/reports http://aashtoresource.org/psp/sample-round-analysis Share your thoughts. Send us a message.…

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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C1077 17:59

8M ago17:59

17:59

In this "Family Feud" type episode, Kim tries to guess the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C1077. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for that standard and some general tips on how to resolve them. Related information: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C1077 companion document How to Re…

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The Value of Internal Audits - Part 2 30:11

8M ago30:11

30:11

We look into the AASHTO Accreditation Program's recent internal audit to share insights as to how the process has added value to the program and organization. Related Information S4 E24: The Value of Internal Audits - Part 1 February 2023 Webinar - Internal Audits: What's the Point? S3 E7: Internal Audits - Back to Basics S3 E3: Internal Audit Awar…

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The Value of Internal Audits - Part 1 21:39

8M ago21:39

21:39

We are joined by AASHTO re:source Quality Manager, Tracy Barnhart to cover some of the basics of conducting an internal audit and how the process is valuable to individuals and organizations. Related Information February 2023 Webinar - Internal Audits: What's the Point? S3 E7: Internal Audits - Back to Basics S3 E3: Internal Audit Awareness Month -…

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Webinar Audio: Benefits of a Corporate Quality Management System (QMS) Review 33:23

9M ago33:23

33:23

We share audio from the October 19, 2023 webinar Benefits of a Corporate Quality Management System (QMS) Review. Senior Quality Analyst, Trudy Eckstine covers the basics of if an AASHTO re:source corporate QMS review is right for your laboratory. Related information: Complete Webinar Recording: https://youtu.be/odHZLzSJhSI?si=K7Wo4R65mvxajldW Polic…

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Soft Skills: Goal Setting - Part 2 18:27

9M ago18:27

18:27

We share 8 brainstorming questions to help you set more effective goals and discuss how these questions would be tweaked based on if you are setting personal or professional/organizational goals. Related information: S4 E21: Soft Skills: Goal Setting Part 1 S4 E10: Soft Skills: Dealing with Stress S3 E18: Soft Skills: Authentic Networking Share you…

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Soft Skills: Goal Setting - Part 1 27:57

9M ago27:57

27:57

We discuss the basics of personal and professional goal setting (including SMART, HARD, and DUMB goals), as well as the role personal and organizational values play in creating effective goals. Related information: S4 E10: Soft Skills: Dealing with Stress S3 E18: Soft Skills: Authentic Networking Share your thoughts. Send us a message.…

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October PSP Insights - Aggregate Gradation and Gravity 31:43

9M ago31:43

31:43

John Malusky and Ryan LaQuay from the Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) join us to discuss the results of the recent Aggregate Gradation and Gravity samples 3 and 4. Plus, share in our excitement as we discover the benefits of using slide lock bags in the PSP packaging process. Related information: S4 E14: S4 E14: August PSP Insights - Polymer-Modif…

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Poll the Listeners! What Do You Want to Hear Next? 9:53

10M ago9:53

9:53

We want your feedback! Head over to the AASHTO re:source LinkedIn page and answer the current poll. We want to know what types of podcast episodes you want to hear more of in the future. Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By AASHTO resource

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FAQ - What is the difference between an observation and a nonconformity? 24:22

10M ago24:22

24:22

Some people call them gigs, docks, dings, notes, or deficiencies. CCRL calls them footnotes. AASHTO re:source calls them findings and classifies findings into 2 categories: observations and nonconformities. We learn the differences and discuss some best practices on how to resolve them. Related Information: How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL …

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From the Cutting Room Floor - Potential Changes to the Proficiency Sample Program 9:13

10M ago9:13

9:13

We learn how, and why changes are made to the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program. Plus get a sneak peek at some potential changes coming soon. Related information: S4 E13: August PSP Insights - Gyratory aashtoresource.org/psp Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By AASHTO resource

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Environmental Product Declarations at Colorado DOT 26:15

10M ago26:15

26:15

Craig Wieden, from Colorado DOT, joins us to discuss Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and shares insights into implementing EPD requirements for material used in projects throughout the state. Related information: https://www.codot.gov/business/designsupport/materials-and-geotechnical/epd https://www.asphaltpavement.org/programs/napa-progr…

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Talking Balanced Mix Design with Illinois DOT 36:25

10M ago36:25

36:25

Brian Pfeifer and Brian Hill from the Illinois DOT, join us to talk about developing a balanced mix design program in their state. Related information: Testing Protocols to Ensure Performance of High Asphalt Binder Replacement Mixes Using RAP and RAS Development of Long-Term Aging Protocol for Implementation of the Illinois Flexibility Index Test (…

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August PSP Insights - Polymer-Modified Emulsified Asphalt 27:54

11M ago27:54

27:54

Yes. Another PSP Insights episode this month. We dive into the Polymer-Modified Emulsified Asphalt sample round results and the lessons learned after this first round. Related information: S4 E13: August PSP Insights - Gyratory S4 E 12: August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next? Share your thoughts. Send us a me…

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August PSP Insights - Gyratory 20:47

11M ago20:47

20:47

We get insights into the Asphalt Mixture Gyratory 55/56 sample rounds and share some tips to avoid common issues labs may encounter when running these tests. Related information: S4 E12: August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem Unboxing AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample: Asphalt Mixtures Gyratory Design - HMG 55-56 I Received A Low PSP Score, Wha…

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August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem 33:57

11M ago33:57

33:57

John, Ryan, and Joe are back to discuss the most recent Asphalt Mixture Marshall and Hveem proficiency samples. This was the first year the Hveem sample was separated by compaction method - what does that mean for your lab, and what did we learn? Related information: Changes to the Asphalt Mixture Hveem Design Samples Francis Hveem Testing the Limi…

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Mail Call - Scheduling Assessments 27:03

11M ago27:03

27:03

Sonya Puterbaugh, Laboratory Assessment Program Director, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how her team schedules assessments for over 2,000 laboratories. Plus, she answers the question "Can we always have our assessment in the off-season?" Related information: S1 E07: FAQ - What happens after an assessment? S1 E21: FAQ - Who needs to be presen…

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Soft Skills: Dealing with Stress 32:15

12M ago32:15

32:15

We get up close and personal in the episode, sharing some of our recent experiences with stress and our go-to coping strategies. While we're no experts, hopefully, we can give you some tips on how you can deal with stress (or at least you can learn from our mistakes). Share your thoughts. Send us a message.…

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Lessons from Lenker 43:07

12M ago43:07

43:07

The outgoing Director of CMRL, Steve Lenker, joins us to discuss his career and some lessons he's learned along the way. Plus, Brian shares some of the lessons he's learned from Steve. Related information: AASHTO re:source and CCRL: Two Organizations, One Mission Share your thoughts. Send us a message.…

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FAQ - False Claims of Accreditation and Using the Accreditation Logo 35:03

12M ago35:03

35:03

We are deep into the weeds in this episode, discussing false claims of accreditation process and how to use the AASHTO Accreditation logo correctly. Related information: AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on False Claims of Accreditation AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Refusal of Service AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing …

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Geotechnical Investigations at Oklahoma DOT 39:46

1y ago39:46

39:46

We are joined by Siv Sundaram and Bryce Hanlon with the Oklahoma DOT to learn about how their geotechnical investigation processes are evolving. Related information: https://oklahoma.gov/odot.html https://transportation.org/materials/ Share your thoughts. Send us a message.By Oklahoma DOT

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June PSP Insights 36:14

1y ago36:14

36:14

John, Ryan, and Joe are back again. This time to discuss the most recent Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement and Performance Graded Asphalt Binder proficiency sample rounds and results. We also dive into why the samples are shipped twice a year and what happens to all of the optional data that is collected. Related information: S4 E03: May PSP Insights…

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