Best Date Karate Podcasts (2024)

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Expect the Unexpected 23:06

6d ago23:06

23:06

Like every week, we had fun today talking with Sensei Randy about this well known saying. Sensei Randy has been on so many times. Here's one of his many appearances. It is about character: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/3554455 Again, like every week, we're all over the map when we talk. We touch on ego. Here's that episode: https://www.buzzspro…

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Continuing our Fun with Dr. Melissa - Nutrition Part 2 24:34

13d ago24:34

24:34

We're continuing to wind our way through the crazy world of food, drinks and working our way to healthy eating. Don't be fooled into thinking we're talking like adults. We had fun, and shared our crazy experiences. We even mention some things that experts have shared. In case you missed the first nutrition episode (last week), I'll tag it here. htt…

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Nutrition with Dr. Macy - Part 1 22:48

18d ago22:48

22:48

Welcome to Part 1 of our riotous conversation with Dr. Macy (aka Sensei Melissa) on Nutrition. Sensei Melissa has been on a few times. She mentions the time she came on and we talked about breathing. Here's a link to that episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/12326414 Unfortunately, planning IS a part of nutrition (if you're the cooking head o…

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The Samurai People - Original air date: 4.2020 19:42

27d ago19:42

19:42

Since September is a 5 week month-and therefore a 'rerun' month, I thought that this was a nice fit with 2 of the episodes of August - The Last Samurai battle and man. This episode doesn't need much explanation. Don't forget, though, that we ARE on insta @ wildcatdojoconversations. Hey - can I use the word 'remastered' for our reruns. I try to upda…

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We Review a 1980s Era Movie- The Octogon 22:54

1M ago22:54

22:54

Welcome to the beginning of our look at karate movies from the 80s with our friends Sensei Ben and Sensei Lydia. Campy fun ensues. Sensei Lydia was on our 3rd episode ever! It was on advantages and disadvantages. Here's a link back to 2019: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/1781812 The first time Sensei Ben came on the show, we discussed Super Sent…

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Saigo Takamori - The Real Last Samurai 21:00

1M ago21:00

21:00

This episode is a follow up on the Satsuma Rebellion - which we aired 2 weeks ago and is tagged below. We enjoyed looking at the life of Saigo Takamori with Sensei Randy. His first visit to the podcast was in 2019 - our first year. Here's the episode in case you'd like to hear a little about him: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/1815622 During thi…

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The Martial Arts: A Children's Book Episode 20:17

2M ago20:17

20:17

This week we’re joined by Matthew and Kim to discuss The Martial Arts by Laura Scandiffio – a kid’s book. This book was fun to read and even more fun to talk about. So many subjects came up during the recording because the book is an introduction to almost every style of Martial Art. Since we’ve discussed many of them on this show, here are links t…

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Satsuma Rebellion aka The Last Samurai 22:00

2M ago22:00

22:00

Enjoy this conversation with Sensei Lydia, Sensei Jackie and myself on this eye opening piece of history. One thing I got wrong is this: I referred to the mini series on Hulu as The Last Samurai, but it is actually a remake of a mini series from the 80s called Shogun. Oops! Hope it doesn't insult your ears. If you make it through, please think abou…

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Interview with Taiko Drummers and Friends 24:59

2M ago24:59

24:59

Taiko is a Japanese term for any kind of drum. Over time the art of drumming, like other art forms, became a world wide phenomenon. I was lucky enough to make a friend of one such artist - Ben. Sensei Jackie and I were extra lucky to go to their dojo and see many of their drums, meet a student - Orion and get this interview. I know you're going to …

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From Child Actress to Modern Marilyn: Erin Gavin's Musical Journey 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Ever wondered how a childhood actress transforms into a mesmerizing Marilyn Monroe? Join us on this captivating episode of Music Junkies, where we sit down with the incredibly talented Erin Gavin. From her high school experiences and early crushes to the unforgettable melodies of U2 that accompanied her upbringing, Erin shares her heartfelt journey…

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A Cool Subject and an Even Cooler Guest 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

We have fun recording this episode on a saying by Matsamura Sokon. Our guest is Hanshi Steven Malanoski. Jic you're not familiar with him. I'm including his interviews with us from 2021. Here is the first one: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/9551496 And he was kind enough to continue the conversation a few weeks later: https://www.buzzsprout.com/…

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From Classical Roots to Rock Legends: Joel Hoekstra's Musical Journey 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

What happens when classical music meets rock and roll? Join us on Music Junkies as we chat with the extraordinary Joel Hoekstra, a guitarist whose vibrant journey spans from the classical influence of his accomplished musician parents to the electrifying world of rock music. Joel shares the pivotal moments that defined his career, from being inspir…

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Wrestling's The Great Togo - An Archived Episode 20:04

3M ago20:04

20:04

This archived episode from our Wrestling series is worth listening to for so many reasons. If you're hearing it for the first time or as a repeat, you laugh and learn. A fun 20 minutes that includes Sensei James as our guest. The first time he was on we discussed Miyamoto Musashi. Here's a link, in case you missed it: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477…

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Fun Conversation about Teaching 24:41

3M ago24:41

24:41

Thanks for checking out today's episode. The words we're discussing are: To be good, find a good teacher, to master teach. This is something I heard Master Kelljchian say decades ago. Sensei Derek joins us today to mess around with the concept. We had fun - as we always do. Before we got into this weeks episode we discuss 2 pieces of listener mail …

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Stories, Tangents and Bloopers From the First Half of 2024 22:50

3M ago22:50

22:50

We love doing remnants from past episodes. This one has so many stories! All the episodes referenced were in the last 6 months - except during the word bloopers when we have quite a few from a weird weapons episode from last Dec. Here it is if you missed it: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/14134852 A couple of other episodes that we reference are…

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Another New Friend: Juanita Kapp 24:58

3M ago24:58

24:58

What fun we had interviewing Ms. Kapp. Between her podcast (Meticulous Moments), her motivational speaking and her training in Shotokan , the conversation was lively and went to fast. Speaking of Shotokan, we have discussed Gichin Funikoshi a few times. Here's one of them: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/10908006 Now back to Juanita Kapp. Her sch…

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Drummer & Voddy Swiller with BIF NAKED Drummer Chiko Misomali 34:59

3M ago34:59

34:59

Feel the drumbeats of life's great symphony with the rhythm maestro, Chiko Misomali as he joins me on the latest Music Junkies episode. As someone whose musical heartbeat has fueled the likes of Biff Naked and resonated in games and commercials, Chiko brings a playlist that's the soundtrack to his life's milestones. We kick off reminiscing about ou…

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Chinese Spears and Swords with Sifu Jones 23:15

3M ago23:15

23:15

Chinese weapons with Sifu Jones is on the menu today. Our first interview with Sifu was back in 2021. Here's a link in case you missed it: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/8931796 Sifu talks about swords and spears he uses and owns. I put a video of him on our twitter (and insta) page. Here's a link: https://twitter.com/wildcatdojo We mention that…

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Nightmare Dates: Avoiding the Dating Disaster with Mss Francois 1:06:49

3M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Ever wondered how losing your job could be the best thing that ever happened to you? Today on Music Junkies, we have the hilarious Ms. Francois sharing her unique perspective on social media fame and unconventional careers, including her uproarious take on getting fired and the unexpected twist of using Instagram to gain sympathy and followers. We …

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Haiku - An Unusual Book Episode 20:20

4M ago20:20

20:20

Spending time with friends A memory forever That makes me smile. Enjoy our latest book episode - we take a little bit different approach today - a few books on one subject - Haiku. The first thing that happened was that Sensei Jackie mentioned that Haiku reminded her of our episode reviewing the movie Budo. Heres the link so you can see for your se…

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Behind the sense a Hollywood love story with Brianne Davis 58:04

3M ago58:04

58:04

If the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, combined with the raw undertones of sex, love, and addiction intrigue you, then you're in the right place. Today, we're thrilled to have the entertainment industry's dynamo, Brianne Davis, in our musical hot seat. She's on board to peel back the curtains on her journey, from creating a playlist for her bestsel…

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The Authors of One of Our Most Read (and re-read) Karate Books 23:02

4M ago23:02

23:02

Sensei Lydia joins in this week to talk about John Corcoran and Emil Farkas - the authors of The Overlook Martial Arts Dictionary and the book Martial Arts Traditions, History, People. We covered so much information in this episode. Somehow we got to Ninja - and of course - we did an episode on that. Here's a link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379…

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Leather, Lace and Fire. The Tales of Raw Love 55:25

4M ago55:25

55:25

When the pulsating beats of DJ Raw Love first filled my ears, I knew we were in for an electrifying journey. Chrisanna a New York Times bestselling author turned pro bodybuilder, now spinning the decks with a flair that's hard to ignore, graces our show with tales of her leap into the music scene. Her hit song, a beacon of her love story, reflects …

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Plan Your Work And Work Your Plan 24:00

4M ago24:00

24:00

Geraldo returns today to talk about a maxim we attribute to Grandmaster Peter Urban. Geraldo was on 6 months ago, when we discussed note taking in karate. Here's a link - in case you missed that episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/14235323 Today the conversation ranges from how many famous people have said the phrase to long term planning to…

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Rockin Out: Freeman's Iron Maiden Obsession and Unconventional Skills 56:44

4M ago56:44

56:44

Ever thought of the wild stories that lie behind the making of a music playlist? Hold on to your headphones as we embark on a sonic roller-coaster ride with Freeman, the ultimate Iron Maiden fanatic. We kick off with a hilarious tale of a pub encounter, a man smitten by Freeman's hair, and a band playing at an absurdly early hour. From amusing misu…

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Bad Ass Queens from Britain 24:47

4M ago24:47

24:47

What fun we had learning about Queens that fought in Britain with our guest Shihan T.D. McKinnon. Shihan has been on many times. Just last November we discussed Kata with him. The episode I want to tag here is the one where he talks about life as a bodyguard. Listen - if time allows: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/12796037 This is not our first …

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From "Fade to Black" to Podcast Crack: with Chuck Shute 1:08:40

4M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Ever find yourself wistfully thinking back to the music that scored your youth, or the songs that became the soundtrack to your most cherished memories? Chuck and I, Annette Smith, take you on a sentimental journey through our shared love for music, storytelling, and the art of the interview. As Chuck Shoot graces the Music Junkies podcast, we unea…

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Finally We Tackle the Letter F 23:48

5M ago23:48

23:48

Sensei Jay joins the conversation today as we tackle Focus, Fighting Spirit and Fuki Bari (Looking it up? Type in Fuki Bara). What fun! Join us by listening and letting us know your thoughts. We can't talk about focus without bringing up Kimi. We did a whole episode on that. Here's the link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/8501411 And while we we…

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Striking a Chord: with the 7-Foot Flute Player Brent Tyler 1:09:13

4M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Ever thought about how a towering height could influence a person's music career? Well, put on your headphones, and let's meet Brent Tyler, who stands tall at seven feet, not just in height but also in his passion for music. Brent generously shares the captivating journey of his life, beautifully interwoven with music, basketball, and knee surgerie…

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Audie Murphy: The Most Decorated Soldier of WW II 19:40

5M ago19:40

19:40

We're joined by Sensei Jay on our first in a series of episodes about people who have seen war and lived to tell about it. Today it is Audie Murphy. One of the things I wanted to look up and add to the recording was the definition of a military campaign. Since I missed that moment, I'm adding it here. There could be one or two of you who are like m…

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Church Choirs to Crotch Splitting with Tim Steinruck 1:04:13

5M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Get ready for an exhilarating ride through the world of rock and roll with Tim Steinruck lead vocalist and guitarist of The Mighty One. Our conversation dives deep into Tim's musical journey, tracing his evolution from a young music enthusiast to a seasoned songwriter and performer. Listen in as we dissect the complexities of his creative process, …

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Goals, Journeys and being Human 22:52

5M ago22:52

22:52

Today Sensei Jackie and I discuss how to get out of our own way - mostly mentally - in a world full of distractions and with a brain that likes to push us around. It is much funnier than it sounds .We touch on aging. So for those of you that missed the aging episodes, here's a link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/11508081 And you have to touch o…

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"Rocking Legends: Lorraine Lewis and the Legacy of Vixen and Femme Fatale" 1:16:46

5M ago1:16:46

1:16:46

Step up and get ready to be swept off your feet by the whirlwind tales of rock 'n' roll royalty, Lorraine Lewis. The iconic Vixen lead vocalist and casting producer takes center stage as she recounts the electric days of her musical journey, from high school dreams to the legendary Sunset Strip. Her voice carries the wisdom of the ages, yet pulses …

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Female Ninja - Did They Exist? I Hope So 20:43

5M ago20:43

20:43

Finally we talk Female Ninja. We're joined by Sensei Lydia, so the conversation is fun and often off topic. Here's a few things we managed to talk about other than these awesome women. Back in 2020 we tackled the subject of Ninja. Here's a link, in case you missed it: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/4401074 The conversation also turned to one of …

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Highs of hockey glory and the anthems of '80s rock with Derrick Germain 1:10:13

5M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

This week on Music Junkies, I’m thrilled to have my good old buddy, Derrick Germain, onboard. We'll be swapping stories - from wild high school experiences to his heartwarming love saga with his wife, Tracy, and their journey through four failed date attempts before finally hitting the sweet spot. Our friendly debate on the significance of flexibil…

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Experience - The Good, the Bad and The Funny 25:06

6M ago25:06

25:06

We're joined by our old friend Darlene today, to discuss a quote about experience as a teacher....It relates to us at all ages and stages of life. For example we talk about the fact that a decade ago I created 3 songs for my Pre K students. One was called "Think Before you do it." Sensei Jackie brought it up so I'm tagging it here: https://youtu.be…

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Pranks, Playlists and, Illusions with Stand-Up Comedian and Magician Danny Whitson 57:59

5M ago57:59

57:59

When comedy and magic collide, the result is a spectacle of humor and surprise that captivates audiences. This podcast episode introduces us to the remarkable Danny Winston, whose journey through comedy, illusion, and music is as multifaceted as it is fascinating. Host Annette Smith engages Danny in a conversation that is both enlightening and ente…

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The Naval War College; The Oldest of the War Colleges 21:18

6M ago21:18

21:18

A year ago, we did an episode on the National War College (there's a link below, of course). Finally, we're following up with another episode. This time on the Naval War College. It's true we learn about the history, founders, and famous graduates. But seriously - how did we laugh this much! After you listen you can send us some advice on how to be…

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Goth Metal, Grit, and Glam with Glenn from Two Shadows 58:20

5M ago58:20

58:20

Slip into the shadows with us as Glenn from Two Shadows unravels the tapestry of goth metal melodies and the raw emotion behind their chart-topping hit "Scratchin' Out the Surface." It's not every day that you get to steal glimpses into an artist's soul. Still, Glenn lays it bare, recounting the transformative studio journey, the tug-of-war with re…

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Time Isn't Always on Our Side- An Archived Episode 23:06

6M ago23:06

23:06

In this episode, from Jan of 2020, we're visited by our friend and student Alex. Somehow we get into Mad Libs and Yes it IS an on line game now. Full time listeners may remember that we use months with 5 weeks to share archived episodes. If you likethese old episodes, I'm in the middle of uploading them to YouTube. Check other episodes (with slide …

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Chords of Change: From Rock Bottom to Mosh Pit Miracles with Kevin Hellestad 1:03:54

6M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

When Kevin, a fervent music aficionado, shares his life-altering odyssey through the realms of rock and metal, you can't help but feel the electric charge in the air. Our latest episode features his tale of salvation through sound, a narrative that spans from the solace he found in music during his darkest times to the explosive energy of mosh pits…

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An Interview: Sensei Jackie is on the Hot Seat 23:30

6M ago23:30

23:30

Finishing our trilogy on interviewing your 3 hosts - we finally talked Sensei Jackie into hers. This one includes stories from 'back in the day' and fun thoughts right now. She tries to turn the tables on us a few times by mentioning our interviews. So here are links - in case you missed them. Here's Landyn from back in January: https://www.buzzspr…

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Mixtape Memories: Comedy, Crushes, and Carmen Lynch 1:06:02

6M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

Picture yourself rummaging through old mixtapes and stumbling upon the soundtrack of your youth. That's where we kick things off with Carmen Lynch, a strikingly hilarious New York City comedian who joins me to reminisce about the power of music and its uncanny ability to teleport us back to the days of high school dances and first crushes. We unpac…

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Finishing our Discussion of Some Guidelines from Grandmaster Urban 21:03

7M ago21:03

21:03

Glad you could be here as we finish our discussion of some words from Grandmaster Urban's book The Karate Dojo. We started last week. (If you missed that episode I tagged the link below). We share information from 2 fine martial artists. This week we read a note sent to me by Master Robert Lasorsa. Coincidentally, we did an episode on a saying he i…

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Guitar Strings and Heartbreak: The Ballad of Chancy Grife 1:18:13

7M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

When Chancy strums the strings of his custom Frankenstein-style guitar, it's like unlocking a treasure trove of stories and emotions woven into each note. In this episode of Music Junkies, prepare for a captivating symphony of heartfelt narratives as our guest, a passionate music and movie aficionado, paints a vivid picture of his life's soundtrack…

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More Excellent Adventures with the book - The Karate Dojo 18:55

7M ago18:55

18:55

Welcome to our 4th (or 5th?) journey into the content of Grandmaster Peter Urban's book The Karate Dojo. Obviously, we love this book. Today, with Sensei Rob Carbone, we're discussing some lines on (or about) page 77. We hope that you enjoy listening as much as we enjoy recording. (Btw- this ended up being 2 episodes - we'll finish the conversation…

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Rockin' the Dirty Edge: A Metal Journey Unleashed 1:05:43

6M ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Get ready to rock as I, Annette Smith, unleash the electrifying energy of London's metal masters, Prodigal, straight into your eardrums. Stan, George, Johnny, and Louis peel back the layers of their wild journey, from jamming in the schoolyard to dominating the stages they command today. Our conversation is a no-holds-barred exploration of the elem…

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Female Warriors / Mythology - Amazon Warriors 19:16

7M ago19:16

19:16

Ryan joins in , as he always does, while we laugh and learn about the Amazon Warriors including of course, Wonder Woman. We covered a lot of ground here. Let me start by saying I did look up images of Batman and Wonder Woman (per Ryan's suggestion) and wasn't shocked or insulted... Meanwhile, this episode got me to thinking about the first time Rya…

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Ice, Beats, and Chuckles: with Lori "ICE" Fetrick from American Gladiators 1:22:15

7M ago1:22:15

1:22:15

Ever found yourself lost in the beats of your childhood, each song a thread in the tapestry of your memory? Lori Fetrick 'Ice' from American Gladiators joins me, Annette Smith, for a session that's as much a concert of nostalgia as it is a symposium on the sheer force of music in our lives. We trace Lori's journey from country classics that echoed …

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Helluvan Episode - Mail, Start Stories and More 23:29

7M ago23:29

23:29

The name says it all! Sensei Randy joins in to help us carry the episode along. We hear how Steven and Sensei Jerri got into karate. And we hear from Hanshi Malanoski, Shihan Mckinnon and Sensei Rob C. with great letters. All these people have been on before. Let's start with Steven. He was a guest when we talked about Gichin Funakoshi: https://www…

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