Best Diana Madison Podcasts (2024)

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In Conversation: Karolina Muchova takes the no-tennis challenge 15:35

3d ago15:35

15:35

Karolina Muchova joins the podcast from the China Open, where she continues to excel at what she jokes is "her part-time job, this tennis thing." The mission for this episode, if she chooses to accept it: no talking about tennis.By WTA Insider

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In Conversation: Diana Shnaider can't stop, won't stop her breakout season 17:54

12d ago17:54

17:54

A year on from helping lead North Carolina State to the NCAA Championship Final, Diana Shnaider is firmly rooted in the Top 20 on the Hologic WTA Tour and rising. The 20-year-old joins the podcast to discuss her very foreign college experience and remarkable surge up the rankings.

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Episode # 125: Sam Omari chats his new song: Song of the Soul, How he never gave up on music and being a family man! 50:57

18d ago50:57

50:57

Sam Omari, Singer, Song Writer, Producer and Fashion Designer to the Stars, as well as Chanel Omari's father stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host and his daughter, Chanel Omari, on his new song: Shir Ha Neshama (The Song of the Soul) the inspiration behind it and why this song is so spiritual and impactful during such a crucial time for Is…

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Champions Corner: Aryna Sabalenka wins her US Open 10:27

27d ago10:27

10:27

Aryna Sabalenka joins the podcast from the makeup chair after her redemptive run to the US Open title, her second Grand Slam win of the season and third overall. Her next mission? Chasing down the World No.1.

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In Conversation: Madison Keys will tear down that wall 17:14

1M ago17:14

17:14

Madison Keys is all about improvement, whether at home or on the court. The American joins the podcast to discuss the key technical changes that boosted her clay-court success this year and the hilarious months-long process of home renovation.By WTA Insider

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Episode # 124: Chanel Ayan chats Housewives of Dubai & how to have it all as a MODERN day woman! 33:50

1M ago33:50

33:50

The Real Housewives of Dubai Star, Chanel Ayan, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host, Chanel Omari, on all things Housewives of Dubai this season, where her relationship with Caroline Standsbury stands, why she is still at odds with Caroline Brooks and what we can anticipate for the reunion! Chanel chats why marriage, family and a career w…

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In Conversation: Peyton Stearns comes home 16:49

2M ago16:49

16:49

What's it like growing up five minutes away from one of the biggest tennis tournaments in the world? Peyton Stearns joins the podcast to reminisce about her time at the Cincinnati Open and reflect on her season full of career milestones.By WTA Insider

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For Donna Vekic, home is where her bags are 13:06

3M ago13:06

13:06

Donna Vekic is a woman of the world. And she has the excess baggage to prove it. The Croatian star joined the podcast from the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in April to evaluate her level after the first three months of the season and reveal the hard truths about tennis' glamour side.By WTA Insider

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Episode # 123: Samantha Ronson chats what it's like to be Jewish in 2024 in Entertainment and what she's doing about it! 53:16

3M ago53:16

53:16

Samantha Ronson, Celebrity DJ, Singer and Songwriter as well as human rights activist, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host, Chanel Omari, on all things music, entertainment and what it's like to be a Jewish Entertainer in 2024. Samantha opens up about her obstacles in the media industry being part of the LGBTQ Community and being Jewish w…

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Daria Kasatkina breaks down the magic of the grass season 18:17

3M ago18:17

18:17

Daria Kasatking joined the podcast at the start of the Berlin Ladies Open. Two weeks later, she won the Rothesay International, her first career grass-court title. Coincidence? We think not.By WTA Insider

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Karolina Muchova is ready to make a mess of the WTA Tour 13:13

4M ago13:13

13:13

Karolina Muchova is set to return this week from a 10-month injury layoff, which included surgery on her right wrist. She joins the podcast from the Rothesay International to discuss her comeback, why she never panicked during her tough rehab, and why she can't blame her bum wrist for her guitar skills.…

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In Conversation: Bianca Andreescu gets goosebumps 20:31

4M ago20:31

20:31

Bianca Andreescu didn't know it yet, but she was in for a big week at the Libema Open. The 2019 US Open champion joined the podcast mid-tournament to reflect on her injury-addled career so far and explain why she remains confident her best tennis is ahead of her.By WTA Insider

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Episode 114: Thongchai Winichakul, Emeritus Professor of History, University of Wisconsin-Madison 1:13:57

4M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Thongchai Winichakul, Emeritus Professor of History at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Thongchai looks back on his 40-year career to reflect on how Thai studies has changed overtime. First, he views Thai intellectual history as a vivid cross-cultural encounter. The field combines comparison, interp…

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Episode # 122: Caroline D'Amore chats standing up for the Jewish community, her next Pizza Girl venture and Hollywood! 1:09:13

4M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Caroline D'Amore, owner and creator of one of our favorite Pizza Sauces, Pizza Girl, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with Chanel Omari on all things Pizza Girl, How she's standing up against anti semitism and helping bring back home the hostages is so important. Caroline has changed the game when it comes to being a voice and advocate for the J…

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Catching up with Barbora Krejcikova 15:15

4M ago15:15

15:15

2021 French Open champion Barbora Krejcikova joins the podcast from the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix as she rebuilds her season after injury and illness sidelined her in the spring.By WTA Insider

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In Conversation: Marta Kostyuk is winning the mind game 18:58

4M ago18:58

18:58

Marta Kostyuk will always be an emotional person and player. But in 2024, the 21-year-old Ukrainian has found a way to make peace with it. The result? A career-best season full of outstanding milestones. Kostyuk joined the podcast during her run to the final of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix to explain how she's been able to stay grounded.…

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Champions Corner: In Rome, Iga Swiatek drives off with the Dirty Double 13:51

5M ago13:51

13:51

Iga Swiatek isn't one to take a backseat to anyone, but after becoming the first woman since Serena Williams to sweep the titles in Madrid and Rome, the World No.1 was happy to make an exception. Swiatek joins the podcast from the backseat of a BMW after winning her third Internazionali BNL d'Italia to detail her ability to adapt, evolve and improv…

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In Conversation: Maria Sakkari is the consummate professional 15:57

5M ago15:57

15:57

As the Hologic WTA Tour winds through the clay season, Maria Sakkari joins the podcast to discuss the realities of life as a touring professional. From reviewing invoices to enduring daily performance reviews, sometimes a job is still just a job.By WTA Insider

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Episode 112: Sirithorn Ing Siriwan, Department of Asian Studies, Cornell University 54:50

5M ago54:50

54:50

In this episode, Francine interviewed Sirithorn Siriwan, or Ing, a Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Asian Studies at Cornell University. Ing discusses rice rituals in northern Thailand and how they relate to animism, or “Sasana Phi.” She draws from narratives surrounding what she coins Thai "ricelihood" to unfold the juxtaposition of phi, rice …

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Champions Corner: Iga Swiatek wins No.20 in an absolute epic in Madrid 10:31

5M ago10:31

10:31

How'd she do that? Iga Swiatek isn't entirely sure. The World No.1 joins the podcast to discuss her incredible match-point-saving win over Aryna Sabalenka to win her first Mutua Madrid Open title and 20th Hologic WTA Tour title overall.By WTA Insider

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Episode # 121: Diana Madison chats being an actress, hosting & her empire Diana Madison Beauty! 1:09:11

5M ago1:09:11

1:09:11

Diana Madison, Actress, Host and CEO of Diana Madison Beauty Brand, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host, Chanel Omari, on all things acting, the obstacles she had to face in Hollywood as a female actress and entrepreneur. She chats how it wasn't always easy and why every artist/on air talent should have a plan B. Diana opens up how she wa…

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Episode 111: Diana Kim, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University 49:10

5M ago49:10

49:10

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Diana Kim, who is an assistant professor at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service as well as a core faculty member of the Asian Studies Program. In this conversation, Dr. Kim discusses how the Japanese occupation can help us understand the legacies of European colonial institutions in Southeas…

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Taylor Townsend is a Tennis Player. Period. 13:35

5M ago13:35

13:35

Taylor Townsend isn't here for any asterisks or qualifiers next to her name. The fan-favorite American joins the podcast in Miami to discuss the challenges of living a full and balanced life as a professional tennis player.By WTA Insider

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Episode # 120: Julian Brass chats creating Fcking Fit Over 40 For Men, his two films: Bardejov and Mob Cops! 1:18:15

6M ago1:18:15

1:18:15

Julian Brass, Actor, Author, Jewish and Israeli Actvisit and Physical Trainor and the founder and creator of F*CKING FIT OVER 40 Coaching, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with Host, Chanel Omari on creating Fcking Fit Over 40 For Men, his two films: Bardejov and Mob Cops! Julian Brass is also the founder and former CEO of award-winning Canadian…

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In Conversation: Paula Badosa goes deep on the challenges of coming back 18:59

6M ago18:59

18:59

From a prodigious junior career to World No.2, Spain's Paula Badosa has been through it all. Now, as she plots her comeback from a serious back injury, she joins the podcast to discuss the struggle to get back where she belongs.

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How Zheng Qinwen stays humble and hungry 12:01

6M ago12:01

12:01

At just 21 years old, Zheng Qinwen started her season by becoming the first Chinese player to make a Grand Slam final since her idol, Li Na. But she's not resting on her laurels. Zheng joins the podcast to discuss her preternatural confidence and how she's keeping her feet planted firmly on the ground.…

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Episode 110: Boreth Ly, Art History and Visual Culture, University of California Santa Cruz 56:18

6M ago56:18

56:18

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Boreth Ly, an associate professor of Southeast Asian Art History and Visual Culture at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Dr. Ly discusses her research on the black and white photographs of the Sultans of Java as well as the Dutch governors from the colonial era. Transitioning to a postcolonial conte…

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Episode # 119: Darren Weiss chats his new movie: BREAK, acting, & being Jewish in Hollywood today! 1:33:43

6M ago1:33:43

1:33:43

Actor and Producer, Darren Weiss, stops by Chanel in the City, to chat with host, Chanel Omari, to chat his new movie: BREAK, BARDEJOV with Danny A, and so much more! Darren opens up how it wasnt so easy for him as a Jewish actor to make it in Hollywood, and chats with us the obstacles he had to overcome to be a successful actor in Hollywood in 202…

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In Conversation: Katie Boulter on federations, female coaches and the challenge of clay 15:20

6M ago15:20

15:20

Katie Boulter's hard work is paying off. The top-ranked Brit picked up her second career title at the Cymbiotika San Diego Open in February and boosted her to a new career-high ranking at No.27. As she looks to build on that momentum during the clay season, Boulter joined the podcast to discuss why everything is coming together for her now.…

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Champions Corner: Danielle Collins gets her 'happily ever after' in Miami 14:46

6M ago14:46

14:46

Danielle Collins couldn't dream up a better farewell tour after her stunning run to the biggest title of her career at the Miami Open. After announcing her decision to retire at the end of this season, Collins is already having one of the best seasons of her career. She joins the podcast after her emotional win to reflect on her bare-knuckled 10-ye…

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Episode 109: Nora Taylor, School of the Art Institute of Chicago 54:26

6M ago54:26

54:26

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Nora Taylor, an Alsdorf Professor of South and Southeast Asian Art at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Dr. Taylor discusses her research on contemporary Vietnamese art and the ways in which she has engaged with the paradoxical nature of monuments. She reveals how the Vietnamese public views art p…

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Champions Corner: Iga Swiatek doubles down in Indian Wells 9:12

7M ago9:12

9:12

World No.1 Iga Swiatek did not lose a set on her way to winning her second BNP Paribas Open title. After a quick coast-to-coast turnaround, she's gearing up for the Miami Open, where she could become the second woman to win the Sunshine Double twice. Swiatek joins the podcast to discuss the challenge of trying to do something you already know you c…

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Episode # 118: Felicia Madison chats her new comedy special: Better Than Sex! & what it’s like to be a female Jewish comedian in 2024! 1:39:32

7M ago1:39:32

1:39:32

Stand Up Comedian and Talent Booker and Devleopment at West Side Comedy Club,Felicia Madison, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host, Chanel Omari on her new comedy special: Better Than Sex! & what it’s like to be a female Jewish comedian in 2024! Felicia opens up about what inspired her behind her special and the obstacles she had to face r…

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Episode 108: Hew Wai Weng, Institute of Malaysian and International Studies, National University of Malaysia) 49:01

7M ago49:01

49:01

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Hew Wai Weng, a research fellow at the Institute of Malaysian and International Studies, National University of Malaysia. He is currently a visiting fellow at Cornell University under the Fulbright Malaysia Scholar Program. He discusses the rise of right-wing majoritarianism and the popularity of decolonial…

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How Charleston's Emma Navarro became a winning machine 15:10

7M ago15:10

15:10

Emma Navarro is living the good life. The 22-year-old from Charleston is closing in on her Top 20 debut after beating No.2 Aryna Sabalenka at the BNP Paribas Open, the biggest win of her career so far. Navarro joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of her self-belief and relive her sobering Hologic WTA Tour debut in 2019.…

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Episode # 117: Omer Hazan chats his new Holocaust movie, Bordejov, with Danny A. and what it means to be Jewish and Israeli in 2024! 1:04:50

7M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Actor,Model, Musician and Israeli Jewish activist, Omer Hazan, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with Chanel Omari about his new movies out with Director and Producer, as well as actor, Danny A. (THE ENGINEER AND BARDEJOV) Both movies covering the history of the Israeli and Jewish people and the wars we had to over come to to be who we are as a J…

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In Conversation: Anna Blinkova re-lives The Longest Grand Slam Tiebreak 18:49

7M ago18:49

18:49

Anna Blinkova is in the midst of an incredible season. The 25-year-old has already beaten two top-five players and won a historic tiebreak at the Australian Open in January. She joins the podcast from the BNP Paribas Open to reflect on her rise, re-live her wild ride on Rod Laver Arena, and discuss her passions for language and literature.…

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Jasmine Paolini talks pizza, Poland, and mastering the hard courts 12:04

7M ago12:04

12:04

Jasmine Paolini didn't play a hard court tournament until she was a teenager. But the 28-year-old Tuscan found a way to go from dirtballer to shot caller, as evidenced by her run to her first WTA 1000 title at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.By WTA Insider

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TOP 5 COMEDY SHOWS TO CHECK OUT ON CHANEL IN THE CITY 6:50

7M ago6:50

6:50

Check out the top 5 COMEDY SHOWS in NYC approved by Chanel in the City on iHeart Radio. Make sure to check Chanel Omari out on all these HOT SPOT STAND UP COMEDY SHOWS IN MARCH!By Straw Hut Media

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Episode 107: Daniel Whitehouse, Department of Anthropology and Sociology, SOAS 45:45

7M ago45:45

45:45

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Daniel Whitehouse, an ERSC postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Anthropology and Sociology, SOAS University of London. Dr. Whitehouse introduces the idea of "network institutions," specifically through Suan Kularb Wittayalai. Suan Kularb Wittayalai is Thailand’s oldest state-administered secondary schoo…

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Coco Gauff's Culture Corner: On Juneteenth, Beyonce and Gen Z 11:28

7M ago11:28

11:28

World No.3 Coco Gauff joins the podcast to celebrate Black History Month and shares five inspiring moments or aspects of the culture that have left a lasting impression.By WTA Insider

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In Conversation: Jelena Ostapenko gets her groove back 17:31

8M ago17:31

17:31

After winning titles in Adelaide and Linz, Jelena Ostapenko has her swagger back. Then again, was it ever really gone? The big-hitting Latvian joins the podcast from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships to discuss her surge, her innate confidence, and her joyous shopping habits.By WTA Insider

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[Hot Ones Special] Episode 106: Geronimo Cristobal and Eric Goh, Ph.D. Candidates in History of Art, Cornell University 47:04

8M ago47:04

47:04

Welcome to Spicy SEAP! This final episode of Season 11 is a special edition where we recreate the popular TV show 'Hot Ones', but with a twist—these aren't chicken wings, but spicy Southeast Asian food. Francine is joined by Geronimo Cristobal and Eric Goh, PhD candidates and co-chairs of the SEAP Graduate Student Committee. She asks them about lif…

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Champions Corner: Aryna Sabalenka goes back-to-back at the Australian Open 10:16

8M ago10:16

10:16

Aryna Sabalenka stormed through the draw to defend her title at the Australian Open. She didn't lose a set -- or her cool -- to capture her second major title. And she looked like she had a whole lotta fun doing it.By WTA Insider

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Episode 105: Nicole CuUnjieng Aboitiz, Weatherhead East Asian Institute, Columbia University 46:48

9M ago46:48

46:48

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Nicole CuUnjieng Aboitiz, a Visiting Scholar at the Weatherhead East Asian Institute of Columbia University. Dr. CuUnjieng Aboitiz examines the fine arts of the Philippines by studying renowned Filipino artist Fernando Amorsolo. She argues that Amorsolo’s landscape and pastoral paintings reveal a deep conne…

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Episode 104: Viola Lasmana, Department of American Studies, Rutgers University-New Brunswick 33:58

9M ago33:58

33:58

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Viola Lasmana, a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of American Studies at Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Emerging Voices Fellow at the American Council of Learned Societies. Dr. Lasmana discussed Southeast Asian feminist practices by examining two experimental documentaries: Children of Srikand…

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Episode 103: Chanon Kenji Praepipatmongkol, Department of Art History and Communication Studies, McGill University 44:03

9M ago44:03

44:03

In this episode, Francine is joined by Eric Goh, a doctoral candidate from the Department of History of Art and Visual Studies. Together, they interviewed Dr. Chanon Kenji Praepipatmongkol, an Assistant Professor of Contemporary Art at McGill University. Dr. Praepipatmongkol discusses his research in Philippine and Thai modernist art, specifically …

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Episode 102: Elliott Prasse-Freeman, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, National University of Singapore 54:14

9M ago54:14

54:14

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Elliott Prasse-Freeman, an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the National University of Singapore. He discusses the grassroots political activism in Myanmar, recounting his own on the ground experiences with Burmese political activists. He also explains how "rights" are …

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Episode 101: Talitha Espiritu, Associate Professor of Film and New Media, Wheaton College 48:30

9M ago48:30

48:30

In this episode, Francine interviewed Dr. Talitha Espiritu, a professor at the Film and New Media department in Wheaton College. She discussed how the fashion designer Christian Espiritu helped create the iconic image of Imelda Marcos dressed in the terno, the traditional women’s formal wear from the Philippines. Dr. Espiritu explains the role of t…

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Episode # 116: Sam Ramsdell chats having the biggest mouth in the world, Food and Comedy! 1:34:19

9M ago1:34:19

1:34:19

Tik Tok Sensation, Comedian, Actress and Social Media influencer, Sam Ramsdell, stops by Chanel in the City to chat with host, Chanel Omari abouot her journey, what its like having the Biggest mouth in the world, to stand up comedy to how to date the right guy in NYC. Please make sure to follow Sam Ramsdell on instagram and tik tok: @samramsdell5…

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