Best Jason Parsons Podcasts (2024)

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Claire Lombardo (Same As It Ever Was) 44:50

8h ago44:50

44:50

Jason and Brett are joined by Claire Lombardo (Same As It Ever Was), last month's Reese's Book Club pick for her novel, The Most Fun We Ever Had. They talk to Claire about secrets in relationships, favorite children, Boo Radleyism, and debate Joni Mitchell. What Guys & Dolls reference is Jason talking about in the intro? Listen here. More info abou…

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Plants for Free with Carol Klein 49:09

12h ago49:09

49:09

There’s little that’s more satisfying than making new plants for free! And it’s easier than you might think to make scores of your favourite plants for nothing through propagation. Carol Klein is an absolute master of propagation, able to make masses of new plants through cuttings of all kinds, dividing plants, layering, and growing from seeds – so…

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The Beyonce of Octopuses and The OctoKing on Why Octopuses Needed a Publicist 33:55

1d ago33:55

33:55

Sy Montgomery (Soul of an Octopus) and Warren Carlyle (founder of OctoNation) on octopuses taking over the media, the origins of OctoNation, why octopuses needed a publicist and some of the secrets of octopus from their new book Secrets of the Octopus that accompanies the National Geographic TV series. First of a two-part interview about all things…

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PRIDE Upcoming/Up & Coming feat. Kimberly King Parsons, KB Brookins, and Santiago Jose Sanchez 58:15

2d ago58:15

58:15

In the final PRIDE installment of Upcoming/Up & Coming, Jason and Brett talk to debut* authors Kimberly King Parsons (We Were the Universe), KB Brookins (Pretty), and Santiago Jose Sanchez (Hombrecito). They talk about the theatre of parenthood, queer representation in books and media, and using writing to better understand your own story. *Debut-i…

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Colour in the Garden 31:41

3d ago31:41

31:41

A garden full of colour all year round: it’s what most of us want from our outdoor spaces. But how realistic is the dream of having non-stop colour in your garden? Plantsman, author, designer and TV presenter Nick Bailey has written a book on the subject – 365 Days of Colour in Your Garden. He’s also written a series for BBC Gardeners’ World Magazi…

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Sowalong - French Beans with Oliver Parsons 8:25

6d ago8:25

8:25

French beans – there’s nothing quite like them. And there’s still time to get yours started for lovely fresh crops all through late summer. So join keen bean gardener and GW magazine sub editor Oliver Parsons as he shares his success and failures with these majestic towering crops – and learn his top tips for a bumper harvest this summer. Learn mor…

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Rufi Thorpe (Margo's Got Money Troubles) 49:58

7d ago49:58

49:58

Jason and Brett talk to Rufi Thorpe (Margo’s Got Money Troubles) about her obsession with wrestling (and how learning about it was like an all-cereal buffet), having a public persona and the chaos of the modern internet, falling in love with strangers, and of course, @tooturnttony. Rufi Thorpe is the author of The Knockout Queen, a finalist for the…

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Allotment Life with Terry Walton 36:34

8d ago36:34

36:34

Terry Walton has been growing vegetables, fruit and flowers on his Rhondda Valley allotments in South Wales from a young age. With 50 years’ experience, Terry brings a wealth of allotment growing advice, practical gardening knowledge and tips learned over the years. Examining how gardening practises have changed and how climate, location and soil h…

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Hades, His Rivers and His Queen with Jamie Waggoner 1:12:14

8d ago1:12:14

1:12:14

In this enlightening and engaging episode of 'Woof, Woof! Time with the Divine,' host Ashley is joined by Jamie Waggoner, author of 'Hades, Myth, Magic, and Modern Devotion.' They delve into the depths of Greek mythology, particularly focusing on Hades, the Greek underworld, and the love story of Hades and Persephone. Jamie discusses her path into …

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PRIDE '24 feat. Jen Silverman, David Levithan, and Emma Copley Eisenberg 1:04:15

9d ago1:04:15

1:04:15

Jason and Brett continue PRIDE 2024 with celebrated authors. They’re joined in conversation with Jen Silverman (There’s Going to Be Trouble), David Levithan (Wide Awake Now), and Emma Copley Eisenberg (Housemates) talking about the cyclical nature of history, queer inheritance, intersectionality of arts and queerness, and much more. Jen Silverman i…

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Gardening for Wellbeing 38:11

10d ago38:11

38:11

There are many ways to enjoy nature around us, but how can working in harmony with nature boost our wellbeing? Art and horticultural psychotherapist, artist and gardener Errol Reuben Fernandes discusses why it’s important to take a more holistic approach to gardening. How do you work in the garden and what approaches do you take in the design? How …

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Sowalong - Dianthus 'Sooty' with Josie Lewis 7:51

13d ago7:51

7:51

An easy-to-grow biennial, this classy sweet William will give you masses of flowers from May to July and makes a wonderful cut flower. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Pride Upcoming/Up & Coming feat. Justinian Huang, KT Hoffman, and Myriam Lacroix 52:17

14d ago52:17

52:17

In this Pride edition of Upcoming/Up & Coming, Jason and Brett talk to Justinian Huang (The Emperor and the Endless Palace) about living life romantically, KT Hoffman (The Prospects) about how anyone can play baseball, and Myriam Lacroix (How it Works Out) about a twist on autofiction. Born to immigrants in Monterey Park, California, Justinian Huan…

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Graveyard Gardening, Now and for the Future 38:46

15d ago38:46

38:46

D-Day 80th Anniversary Special: Can you imagine being responsible as a gardener for thousands of important sites across six continents? That’s the inspiring challenge that Commonwealth War Graves Commission Head of Horticulture David Richardson takes on every day. Join us on this 80th Anniversary of D-Day we meet him to discuss his exciting work ac…

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Tattoos and Freya, The Norse Goddess of War, Sex and Cats with Carly Ryan 50:04

15d ago50:04

50:04

In this episode of Dime With Divine, host Ashley explores the realms of old tattoos and the Norse goddess Freya. Special guest Carly, a hand poke tattoo artist and founder of Rosemary Inc., shares her journey into tattooing, starting from college experiments to writing a thesis on the stigma surrounding tattoos in Western culture. Carly discusses t…

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Getting the Poop on Orca Genetics, Species, Names and Really Old Whales With NOAA Scientists Tom Jefferson & Kim Parsons

15d ago

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NOAA scientists Kim Parsons & Tom Jefferson on orca species, orca survival, orca scat, really old whales, the return of harbour porpoises, the fight for vaquitas and so much more in the second part of a special two-part episode on the two soon-to-be official species of orcas who call the Salish Sea home. Shownotes: 2:29 The challenge of naming new …

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PRIDE '24 feat. Carvell Wallace, R.O. Kwon, and Byron Lane 1:05:19

16d ago1:05:19

1:05:19

Jason and Brett kick off PRIDE 2024 with some incredible queer authors! They talk to Carvell Wallace (Another Word for Love) about the key to your ability to fight for what's right, R.O. Kwon (Exhibit) about art and how taking a choreography workshop got her in the body of her characters, and Byron Lane (Big Gay Wedding) about why he thinks he'd th…

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Veg Growing for Time-Poor Gardeners 40:00

17d ago40:00

40:00

How do you plan, grow and enjoy produce from your plot throughout the year? What low-maintenance gardening tips can produce luscious legumes, robust roots and celebratory cucurbits? Plants-person, author and Gardeners’ World presenter, Frances Tophill discusses how to create a productive vegetable garden while juggling a busy life. With tips for wh…

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Sowalong - Agretti with Gemma Sturges 7:04

20d ago7:04

7:04

If you’re on the hunt for an unusual crop that adds a tasty accent to savoury dishes, then look no further than agretti – it’s the Mediterranean vegetable everyone is talking about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Inside Griff Rhy's Jones' Formal Garden 44:02

22d ago44:02

44:02

Comedian and writer Griff Rhys Jones is best known for starring in TV comedy series such as Not the Nine O'Clock News and Alas Smith and Jones. But Griff is also a keen gardener and has a gorgeous garden, full of carefully clipped topiary, at his home in East Anglia. Discover how he created this garden, how he is tackling box moth, and what his big…

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Theurgy, Philosophy and Esotericism with Chris Lyon 1:15:56

22d ago1:15:56

1:15:56

A discussion with Chris Lyon on Neoplatonism, shamanism, and hermetic ideas, exploring ancient wisdom, the transformative power of divine encounters, and the interplay between spirituality and neurology. Together, these conversations offer insights into the continuous pursuit of wisdom and understanding in both the known and unknown realms of the s…

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Upcoming/Up & Coming feat. Zoë Bossiere, Alan Murrin, and Essie Chambers 54:40

23d ago54:40

54:40

In the fourth installment of their debut novelists series UPCOMING / UP & COMING, Jason and Brett talk to three new writers about their recently and soon-to-be released books. Zoë Bossiere (Cactus Country, May 21) talks about navigating identity growing up in a trailer park; Alan Murrin (The Coast Road, June 4) shares how short stories transformed …

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Adam Frost talks Making a Show Garden 33:31

24d ago33:31

33:31

Join Gardeners’ World presenter and designer Adam Frost for a behind-the-scenes tour of show gardens at home and abroad, including gold medal-winning creations at RHS Chelsea Flower Show and exciting plans for a pot to plate garden at this year’s BBC Gardener’s World Live. Plus find top tips on how to best experience show gardens for ideas and insp…

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Sowalong - Daucus Carrota with Celestina Robertson 7:55

27d ago7:55

7:55

Add some bohemian romance to your flower arrangements with this wild carrot flower, daucus carrota! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Inside Patrick Gale's Rose-Filled Coastal Garden 36:27

29d ago36:27

36:27

Cornwall is famous for having a near sub-tropical climate with average temperatures staying above 10c for much of the year. One gardener who is taking advantage of these milder but changeable growing conditions is Patrick Gale, a passionate gardener and the best-selling author of Notes from an Exhibition, A place called Winter and Mother’s Boy, amo…

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Divination and the story of Jason and Medea with Laylla and Chelle from Back on the Broomstick 1:23:07

29d ago1:23:07

1:23:07

'Dine with the Divine,' features a discussion on the integration of mythology, like Medea's tale, into contemporary witchcraft, highlighting divination, nature's significance, and personal intuition. A special focus on dandelions connects magical and culinary arts, embodying themes of trust, fate, and self-reliance as seen through Medea's story. Th…

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Killer Whales Versus Orcas & Big Bigg’s Whale News with NOAA Scientists Tom Jefferson & Kim Parsons 30:22

29d ago30:22

30:22

NOAA scientists Kim Parsons & Tom Jefferson on killer whale science, killer whales versus orcas, orcas versus dolphins, how science becomes official, the challenges of translating science to civilians and so much more in the first of a special two-part episode on the two soon to be official species of orcas who call the Salish Sea home. Shownotes: …

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Steven Rowley (The Guncle Abroad) 49:07

1M ago49:07

49:07

Jason and Brett talk to Steven Rowley (The Guncle Abroad) about sea cave adventures in Capri, Varla Jean Merman's rendition of "Ring Them Bells," the best Wang Chung song, and obviously: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Grease 2. Steven Rowley is the bestselling author of five novels including, Lily and the Octopus, a Washington Post Notable Book; T…

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Behind the Scenes of the Chelsea Flower Show 44:07

1M ago44:07

44:07

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show? How the elaborate gardens are created and how on earth the judges compare a recreated quarry with a cottage garden? Eminent garden designer and Chelsea Flower Show judge James Alexander Sinclair is here to draw back the floral curtain and reveal the secrets of the…

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Sowalong - Onions with Sheila Das 9:06

1M ago9:06

9:06

Sheila Das, garden manager at RHS Garden Wisley, shares all about her onion obsession Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Challenging Garden Sites 32:39

1M ago32:39

32:39

What do you do when you don't have a garden at home but still want to create a relaxing retreat? For Vicky ward and Maxine Stringer the answer came when they discovered a Bramble choked allotment style plot right by the sea where they live in Cornwall over the past 10 years they've worked hard to clear the land and create a garden that expresses th…

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John the Conqueror and The Goddess Oya with Mawyiah Kai El-Jamah 1:06:31

1M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

This comprehensive discussion, hosted by Ashley in 'Dine with the Divine,' features Mawiyah L., a transformative figure in spirituality and an advocate for marginalized communities. As an eighth-generation witch, educator, and priestess of Oya within the Yoruba system, Mawiyah shares her spiritual journey, including her early experiences with spiri…

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Kaliane Bradley (The Ministry of Time) 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

Jason and Brett talk to Kaliane Bradley (The Ministry of Time) about transforming her once-serious novel about Cambodia and being mixed-race into the latest genre-defying Good Morning America book club pick. They learn how Kaliane was able to experience the 21st century as an adventure, gush over the only photo of a footnote of a historical figure,…

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Bridgerton's Floral Feasts 49:45

1M ago49:45

49:45

Join us as we talk all things Bridgerton, and step into a world of Regency romps and floral feasts. We’ll catch up with star of the show Adjoa Andoh, to hear about what it was like filming in some of the UK’s great stately homes and gardens, her own love of gardening and how she finds ‘solace in the soil’. We talk to production designer Alison Gart…

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Sowalong - Koelreuteria Paniculata with Ashley Edwards 6:22

1M ago6:22

6:22

Get ever changing year round interest with the beautiful golden rain tree - Koelreuteria Paniculata Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Sensational Summer Borders with Daniel Hale 40:39

1M ago40:39

40:39

Nothing shouts summer in the garden more than beautiful colourful borders. Daniel Hale, Head Gardener at Brodworth Hall and Gardens, gives advice for how to create sensational summer borders. With plants that provide flowers all summer long, add height to the border, are wildlife friendly and have the ‘wow’ factor too, there’s plenty of inspiration…

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Puritans and Jack Parsons with Heather of Magic in the US 1:24:42

1M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

This narrative explores the life of John Whiteside Parsons, a pioneering rocket engineer and co-founder of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Aerojet Engineering Corporation, who also deeply engaged in occult practices and the propagation of Thelema in the US. Despite contributing significantly to rocket science, Parsons' involvement with the OTO, h…

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Eco-Pirate and Eco-Church Founder Paul Watson on Fighting for Whales and Phytoplankton, Launching Neptune’s Navy and Daring Iceland to Arrest Him 47:13

1M ago47:13

47:13

Eco-pirate Paul Watson talks about taking on whalers in Iceland and Japan, splitting with the Sea Shepherd, launching an eco-church and what the hell just happened in his world with Skaana host Mark Leiren-Young (author of Sharks Forever & Orcas Everywhere). “We’re ecologically ignorant. And unless we learn to educate ourselves, we’re not going to …

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Great Queer Coffee Table Books feat. Ryan Fitzgibbon, Billie Winter, & Hannah Murphy Winter 48:34

1M ago48:34

48:34

Jason and Brett talk to Hannah Murphy Winter and Billie Winter, the couple behind Queer Power Couples, as they delve into the essence of queer power partnerships, offering intimate insights into documenting this untapped element of queer history. They then talk to Ryan Fitzgibbon (A Great Gay Book, on sale May 21) about his curation of a time capsu…

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Inside King Charles' garden, with Alan Titchmarsh and Melissa Simpson 32:58

1M ago32:58

32:58

Join Alan Titchmarsh and head of gardens for The King's Foundation Melissa Simpson for a tour of King Charles' garden at Highgrove in Gloucestershire. Enjoy a wander around the gardens and find out how they make the organic garden look beautiful all year round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Sowalong - Foxglove with Emma Crawforth 8:28

2M ago8:28

8:28

Brighten up shady spots and provide food for bees, with elegant foxgloves. Discover more in this short podcast. Plus get free seeds with our March, April and May issues. May also includes our 2 for 1 Gardens guide. Buy the magazine here: https://bit.ly/BuyGWMagSowalong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Monty Don on Beginner Gardening 51:03

2M ago51:03

51:03

Monty Don shares his expert advice for beginner gardeners. From plants to grow and the tools to use, plus ways to make the most of time and money, Monty explains how to get started. Monty also reveals why we should all grow chemical-free, along with his first steps to start your gardening journey. So, whether you want to grow beautiful blooms, deli…

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The Oracle of Delphi and Nostradamus with the Pythian Priestess 56:22

2M ago56:22

56:22

In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine', host Ashley explores mysticism, hermeticism, and ceremonial magic with guest Ashley, known as the Pythian Priestess. They dive into the guest's journey from a strict Roman Catholic upbringing to becoming an initiated priestess who rose to fame on TikTok. The episode delves into the Oracle of Delphi, charti…

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Rachel Khong (Real Americans) 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

In their 50th episode, Jason and Brett talk to Rachel Khong (Real Americans) about cooking eggs, mugwort baths, growing into the person who could write this book, and how friction allows for change. Rachel Khong is the author of Goodbye, Vitamin, winner of the California Book Award for First Fiction, and named a Best Book of the Year by NPR; O, The…

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Summer Conversations Trailer 0:58

2M ago0:58

0:58

Join us for a new gardening series of summer conversations with the BBC Gardeners’ World magazine team. Listen to gardening inspiration from some of the UK’s most loved and well-respected gardening experts. With advice for adding colour to your garden, working with nature, thrifty gardening, veg growing and allotment life. We’ll also take you on a …

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277: Housing Affordability Crisis and the Impact of the NAR Lawsuit on Real Estate with Rick Sharga 47:20

2M ago47:20

47:20

Jason welcomes real estate analyst Rick Sharga. Rick discusses the housing market and economic trends. Despite concerns of a crash, he suggests a slow period with modest price increases rather than a downturn. He dismisses crash predictions, highlighting historical data showing home prices generally rise during recessions. Sharga addresses factors …

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Alan's Favourites: Global Gardens 19:41

2M ago19:41

19:41

Dreaming of your next holiday? Let Alan Titchmarsh inspire you with his tales of gorgeous gardens to visit around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Women Hunters and the First Female Indigenous Doctor with Tabitha Bear from Herstory Podcast 1:07:03

2M ago1:07:03

1:07:03

In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine', host Ashley and guest Tabitha Bear, a Lenape photographer and writer, engage in an extensive dialogue covering the remarkable life of Susan LaFlesche, the first Western-trained Indigenous American doctor. They discuss Susan's early realization of her purpose amid racial indifference, her educational journe…

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Upcoming / Up & Coming feat. Jiaming Tang, Melissa Mogollon, Yael van der Wouden 49:06

2M ago49:06

49:06

In the April episode of their debut novelists series UPCOMING / UP & COMING, Jason and Brett talk to three new writers about their soon-to-be released books. Jiaming Tang (Cinema Love, May 7) talks about explaining his "accent" to people in Alabama; Melissa Mogollon (Oye, May 14) expresses her love of Rainforest Cafe; and Yael van der Wouden (The S…

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Sowalong - Carrot with Kevin Smith 12:17

2M ago12:17

12:17

There's so much more to carrots than just the ones you buy in the supermarket - grow your own for a host of colours, shapes and maximum flavour. Discover more in this short podcast. Plus get free seeds with our March, April and May issues. May also includes our 2 for 1 Gardens guide. Buy the magazine here: https://bit.ly/BuyGWMagSowalong Learn more…

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