Best Jonathan Flanagan Podcasts (2024)

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The Decapitation of Hezbollah and the Fall of Rome (w/ Eli Lake) 53:00

2d ago53:00

53:00

The indispensable Eli Lake — contributing editor at Commentary Magazine and staff writer and podcaster at The Free Press — returns to the pod to mark the destruction of mass murderer and DSA heartthrob Hasan Nasrallah along with the top brass of his terror gang in Beirut this weekend. This leads to a discussion about the nature of warfare and the i…

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Rx for Storyteller Wellness with Therapist Shulamit Ber Levtov 32:13

9d ago32:13

32:13

In this episode, I sit down with Shulamit Ber Levtov, "The Entrepreneurs' Therapist," to address a critical issue in the nonprofit world: the mental health of storytellers who bear witness to challenging narratives. In the nonprofit sector, many of us wear multiple hats - we're not just storytellers but also fundraisers, advocates, project managers…

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"The importance of the gut-brain axis in Parkinson's" by Dr Filip Scheperjans 1:42:34

14d ago1:42:34

1:42:34

We are delighted to be able to share with you our latest interview with Dr Filip Scheperjans who shared with us his fantastic work on "The importance of the gut-brain axis in Parkinson's" which was followed by an excellent Q & A session. More about our expert:- Dr. Filip Scheperjans is a leading expert in neurology, specialising in treating Parkins…

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Beyond Sensationalism: Navigating Human Trafficking Stories with Matthew Fairfax 40:12

23d ago40:12

40:12

Join us as we explore the complex world of human trafficking storytelling with Matthew Fairfax, co-founder of the Justice and Soul Foundation. Content warning: This episode discusses sex trafficking and sexual violence. Please be mindful of your emotional capacity while listening. Matthew's journey from salon owner to advocate is both surprising an…

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Sensory Story Gathering with Madeleine St. John 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

In this episode Imagine if story gathering wasn't just about words on a page or voice-to-voice. What if we could capture narratives through the stroke of a paintbrush, the sculpting of clay, or the graceful movements of dance? In this fascinating episode, we dive into this very realm with Madeleine St. John, whose vocation spans from nonprofit comm…

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It's Over (w/ Caitlin Flanagan) 1:26:05

1M ago1:26:05

1:26:05

Caitlin Flanagan returns! The unapologetic author of On Thinking for Yourself (a selection of her excellent essays for The Atlantic) comes to talk to us about the fall of Western civilization, what happens when you let church-going go, what happened to universities, and why (though a Catholic herself) Caitlin has started wearing a Star of David. Ch…

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Safely Telling Youth-Centered Stories with Janelle Suzanne 38:49

2M ago38:49

38:49

In this episode In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Janelle Suzanne, the managing partner and chief marketing officer at Louder Agency. Janelle and I take on the complex topic of youth-centered storytelling, offering valuable insights into the delicate balance between sharing impactful narratives and protecting vulnerable childre…

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The Agony of Abundance (w/ Nick Gillespie) 1:55:39

2M ago1:55:39

1:55:39

Nick Gillespie — editor at large at the libertarian institution that is Reason Magazine (and host of The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie) — comes on the pod for an IRL conversation about 'The Agony of Abundance,' the paradoxical state in which we’re more prosperous, yet more dissatisfied, than ever. We discuss the negative narratives peddled b…

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"Finding the energy: What happens to mitochondria in PD?" by Prof Sonia Gandhi 1:29:57

2M ago1:29:57

1:29:57

Prof Sonia Gandhi joined us to share her expertise on how Mitochondria affects PD with an excellent presentation followed by a very probing Q&A by our well informed audience. Prof Gandhi is a leading expert in the process of protein misfolding, in which smaller proteins, monomers, join together to form larger proteins, oligomers, and how this proce…

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Painful Stories in Public Defense with Sy Hoekstra 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

In this powerful episode, former public defender Sy Hoekstra shares his experiences working in family court, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges within the child welfare system. A system where both families and public defenders have no choice but to tell incredibly traumatic stories. Content Warning: Sy describes the traumatic impact …

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Our Friend Attended a Trump Rally — And Witnessed History 29:58

3M ago29:58

29:58

PLEASE NOTE: We are releasing this episode in the immediate aftermath of the alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. Details and facts presented in this conversation are still being corroborated and are subject to be updated/corrected. Recurrent guest Misha Thomas (“The Liberal Who Voted for Trump” / “Blackness and the Other Side of Traum…

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Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces with Frank Velásquez Jr. 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

Are you ready for a masterclass in trauma-informed space holding? In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we are joined by Frank Velásquez Jr., founder of 4 the Hood and creator of the Ascending Leaders in Color Fellowship program. Frank pulls back the curtain on how he creates protected spaces for leaders of color to connect, grow, and authentica…

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Lessons From a Social Justice-Driven Oral Historian with Cliff Mayotte 33:05

3M ago33:05

33:05

Cliff Mayotte, a seasoned oral historian and co-author of the book Say It Forward: A Guide to Social Justice Storytelling shares invaluable insights from his experiences as a social justice-centered storyteller. Cliff's journey began with a deep love for theater and a transformative encounter with Studs Terkel's oral histories, which ignited his pa…

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"Why I am optimistic that we might now have a Silver Bullet for Parkinson's" by Dr Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein 1:29:24

3M ago1:29:24

1:29:24

We had the pleasure of a presentation by Dr Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein, MD, on the topic of "Why I am optimistic that we might now have a Silver Bullet for Parkinson's", followed by a Q&A session of almost 50 probing questions from our audience. Dr. Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein is transforming the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD). First, he disc…

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Building an Inclusive and Values-Driven Brand with Crystal Whiteaker 23:34

4M ago23:34

23:34

In this episode, Crystal Whitaker, an inclusive branding and leadership development consultant, shares her insights on creating authentic, values-driven brands that foster a sense of belonging. Crystal delves into the fine line between intentional inclusion and performative actions, stressing the need for consistent, year-round efforts that go beyo…

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Progressives Are Silly (w/ Nellie Bowles) 51:07

4M ago51:07

51:07

Nellie Bowles is back! The journalist, writer of the TGIF newsletter, and co-founder of The Free Press (along with her wife Bari Weiss) returns to discuss her new book, Morning After the Revolution. In it, she chronicles the unfortunate series of events that led her to leave The New York Times in 2021. We get into that in this conversation, too (di…

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Overcoming Fundraiser Fatigue with Micah James 25:34

4M ago25:34

25:34

Fundraising is a calling fueled by a passion for important causes. However, the weight of connecting resources to meet overwhelming needs can lead to burnout for even the most dedicated fundraisers. In this candid discussion, veteran fundraiser Micah James opens up about the unique stresses faced by those tasked with championing non-profit missions…

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The Indoctrination of Elite Education (w/ Bill Deresiewicz) 1:30:47

4M ago1:30:47

1:30:47

William Deresiewicz — author of (the newly updated) Excellent Sheep, The Death of the Artist, and The End of Solitude — returns to the pod! This time we dive into one of the institutions we love to hate: elite universities. We dwell on and debate the protests at Columbia (et al.), the reasons why it’s all gone so wrong, and whether or not the solut…

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"Practical strategies for a happier life with Parkinson's"- an interview with Dr Michael Okun 1:05:25

5M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

We had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Michael Okun on the topic of "Practical strategies for living a happier life with Parkinson's". Dr Okun is a worldwide recognised leader on Parkinson’s disease, is the distinguished Professor of Neurology and Director of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at the University of Florida Health. …

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Exploring Storyteller Self-Care with Liz Jackson 28:37

5M ago28:37

28:37

As a development director at NAMI, Liz Jackson is immersed in the powerful and often painful stories of those impacted by mental illness. In this episode, she shares her journey of learning the critical importance of self-care for storytellers bearing witness to trauma. Liz openly discusses the warning signs that she was approaching burnout early i…

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Emotionally Health Activism with Jonathan Walton 35:08

5M ago35:08

35:08

In the first episode of our special series on mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we discuss maintaining emotional health while continuing your activism. Many activists burn out quickly due to compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and a lack of emotional self-care. In this episode, Jonathan Walton opens up about his o…

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Body Scan Meditation for Storyteller Wellness With Carol Flanagan 19:02

5M ago19:02

19:02

Carol will guide us through a 20-minute body scan meditation. The body scan is a practice of systematically bringing gentle attention to each part of the body. It helps us become more present and aware of the physical sensations we often ignore or tune out. With this awareness, we can release areas of tightness or tension. Before you press play, fi…

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"How can medical cannabis help people with Parkinson's" by Dr. Michelle Sexton 1:30:10

5M ago1:30:10

1:30:10

We were delighted to host Dr Michelle Sexton who presented on the topic of "How can medical cannabis help people with Parkinson's" and here is the recording of the event. About the speaker:- Dr. Sexton is an integrative medicine specialist and respected pioneer in the field of medical cannabis. She has over thirty years of experience as a midwife, …

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Down the Saddam Rabbit Hole (w/ Steve Coll) 1:06:46

6M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Pulitzer-prize winning journalist, author, and former Columbia Journalism School dean (to us!), Steve Coll, takes us deep into the conspiracy-plagued mind of Saddam Hussein, the subject of his latest book The Achilles Trap: Saddam Hussein, the C.I.A., and the Origins of America's Invasion of Iraq. We go deep into the wonky journalism weeds — includ…

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Human-Centered AI and Data with Meena Das 33:16

6M ago33:16

33:16

AI has seemed to blow in like a tornado this past year. The rapid development of AI has brought both excitement and concerns around potential biases and inequities. In this episode, data equity expert Meena discusses why we need to be intentional about centering humans and promoting inclusivity as AI becomes more ubiquitous. Meena emphasizes that d…

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When Telling Your Story with Marti Statler 24:44

6M ago24:44

24:44

Giving voice to our stories, especially the painful chapters, can be a daunting yet profoundly healing journey. Many of us hold back, grappling with self-doubt and the fear of revisiting trauma. However, as Marti Statler, CEO of Rebel Queen Books, passionately shares, bravely articulating your narrative through writing can be a transformative act o…

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"The importance of genetics in finding a cure for Parkinson's" by Prof Christine Klein 1:39:08

6M ago1:39:08

1:39:08

We were delighted to host Prof Christine Klein who talked to us about "The importance of genetics in finding a cure for Parkinson's". It was a really interesting presentation and followed by a very good Q&A with excellent questions from you our audience, so thank you. It is now a very worthwhile Podcast and video (on our YouTube Channel https://www…

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Unconditional Love As A Principle of Trauma-Informed Care, with Rev. Sanghoon Yoo 27:01

7M ago27:01

27:01

Reverend Sanghoon Yoo has walked an incredible journey - from a social worker dealing with trauma and crisis to becoming a pastor and experiencing his own period of trauma and burnout. This led him to the trauma-informed care movement over a decade ago. In this episode Rev. Yoo shares how principles of unconditional love and creating a "community o…

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Three Drunk Jews Refuting Jonathan Glazer (w/ Batya Ungar-Sargon & Eli Lake) 49:53

7M ago49:53

49:53

With Vanessa off for the weekend to explore the world of psychedelics, the podcast has been hijacked by a cabal of furious, loud, and lubricated Jews. Adaam, 3 martinis and a Laphroaig in, is joined by Newsweek opinion editor and author of Second Class Batya Ungar-Sargon, and Free Press reporter and host of The Re-Education podcast Eli Lake. The th…

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Why Trauma-Informed Language Matters With Cody Hays 35:07

7M ago35:07

35:07

The way we communicate about traumatic experiences matters deeply. This episode dives into the importance of using trauma-informed language with nonprofit marketing expert Cody Hays. The discussion explores how word choices can inadvertently re-traumatize individuals or marginalized groups. Cody shares strategies for communicating about sensitive t…

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The Complexities of Cross-Cultural Storytelling with Christy Kern 43:59

8M ago43:59

43:59

The most compelling yet exploitative stories often caricature complex experiences. When we know better, we can do better. Ethical storytellers build connections and go deeper into issues. They leave room for nuance, get permission, and make sure stories enlighten people rather than just expose them. The result? Story owners are dignified and respec…

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What the Left Gets Wrong About Black History (w/ Charles Love & Wilfred Reilly) 1:18:40

8M ago1:18:40

1:18:40

Authors and co-hosts of the Cut the Bull podcast, Charles Love (Race Crazy) and Wilfred Reilly (Taboo, Hate Crime Hoax) join us for a lively conversation/debate about race, history, and K-12 education — and Vanessa gets put in the hot seat. Questions covered include: Should Black history be separate from American history? Are we over-indexing on se…

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“The role of Focused Ultrasound in the management of PD" presented by Dr Raul Martinez-Fernandez 1:11:50

8M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

We are excited to share our latest interview with you all, in which Dr Raul Martinez- Fernandez explains the therapy of Focused Ultrasound, a therapy that offers appropriate candidates with an alternative to the more intrusive DBS. It is of course not a replacement for DBS, simply an alternative offering a solution for those with differing symptoms…

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Informed Consent Conversations with Diana Farias Heinrich 39:19

8M ago39:19

39:19

When it comes to nonprofit marketing, personal stories are powerful. But we need to be careful—not every story is ours to tell. Diana Farias Heinrich, founder of Habrá Marketing, joins us on the podcast to tell us how she learned this the hard way when a story she shared had unexpected consequences for the young woman involved. Motivated by this ey…

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"PD research takeaways from 2023 & research to be looking for in 2024" presented by Dr. Simon Stott 1:48:39

9M ago1:48:39

1:48:39

We are delighted to host Dr. Simon Stott again in what is becoming our regular start to the year's presentations. And what better way than to hear Dr. Stott's main PD research takeaways from 2023 and research results he will be looking for in 2024. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Dr. Stott's work, Dr Stott is the Director of Research at Cu…

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The Brilliant Body: Unpacking Trauma and Its Impact with Katie Kurtz 43:56

9M ago43:56

43:56

In this interview with trauma expert Katie Kurtz, listeners can expect to come away with an expanded understanding of trauma and what it means to operate through a trauma-informed lens. Katie provides clarity around key trauma definitions and outlines competencies ranging from basic awareness to active trauma responsiveness, empowering listeners to…

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Maria’s Journey to Trauma-Informed Storytelling with Rain Bennett 39:51

9M ago39:51

39:51

In the inaugural episode of her "When Bearing Witness" podcast, host Maria Bryan is interviewed by veteran podcaster Rain about becoming a trauma-informed storyteller. Listeners can expect to learn Maria's origin story of arriving at this work after a student asked a pivotal question about incorporating trauma-informed practices into nonprofit stor…

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BONUS: Morella Speaks! w/ Crystal Balint 48:58

10M ago48:58

48:58

For our last Bonus episode of the season, we spoke with the award-winning actress Crystal Balint, who played Morella Usher! Thanks for joining us this season! And let us know the next show you want us to Psychoanalyze!By Stacey Nye

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Zionism and the Refugee Machine (w/ Dr. Einat Wilf) 1:40:20

10M ago1:40:20

1:40:20

Dr. Einat Wilf is an Israeli writer, speaker, former (and future?) politician, podcaster (We Should All be Zionisists), and co-author of The War of Return. In this episode, we dive into some historical context for the Israel-Palestine conflict, with Vanessa asking all the ignorant questions you were too afraid to ask: What/who was there in Israel b…

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BONUS: Catching Up With Our Poe Expert 17:04

10M ago17:04

17:04

Did The Fall of the House of Usher meet the expectations of a real-life Poe expert? This week, we caught up with our very first guest this season, Chris Semtner, artist, author, and Curator at the Poe Museum in Richmond, Virginia, to hear his thoughts on the show. https://poemuseum.org/ Join us next week for our final bonus episode of the season!…

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BONUS: Spooky Sounds w/ Jonathan Wales 49:23

10M ago49:23

49:23

How do you create the sound of a jump scare? Welcome to our first special bonus episode where Stacey and Lindsay sit down with Sound Editing Superviser Jonathan Wales! Two more bonus episodes to go, so stay tuned!By Stacey Nye

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What Iran Wants (w/ Arash Azizi) 1:17:15

10M ago1:17:15

1:17:15

Iranian historian and writer Arash Azizi comes on the pod to share his perspective on the Israel-Hamas conflict today — and why he believes ceasefire is the only viable path forward for Israel’s war with Hamas. Along the way, Azizi gives us on an overview of Iran’s politics since the Revolution of 1979 (i.e. how Soleimani became The Shadow Commande…

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8. The Raven 56:34

10M ago56:34

56:34

Can you believe it's time for the season finale??! This week, Lindsay and Stacey sit down with Kiele Sanchez, who who co-wrote the episode with Mike Flanagan. The season may be over, but we're not done Psychoanalyzing yet... We have a few more interviews to come this year! So tune in next time for more about the The Fall of the House of Usher on Ne…

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7. The Pit and the Pendulum 48:11

10M ago48:11

48:11

Are Madeline and Roderick's fates inextricably linked? This week, Stacey and Lindsay speak with Jamie Flanagan, who co-wrote episode 7 with his brother Mike Flanagan! Warning: We talk a little bit about episode 8 in this interview, so be aware! Tune in next time for another interview and new deep dives into the The Fall of the House of Usher on Net…

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6. Goldbug 42:11

11M ago42:11

42:11

Who is Juno and where did she come from? This week, Stacey and Lindsay sit down with Mike Flanagan's episode 6 co-writer, Rebecca Klingel (also known as author C.K. Walker!). Tune in next time for another interview and new deep dives into the The Fall of the House of Usher on Netflix!By Stacey Nye

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The Trailer 1:16

11M ago1:16

1:16

Welcome to The When Bearing Witness Podcast! This is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling difficult stories. Join me as I engage in thought-provoking conversations with trauma-informed experts and social-good storytellers coming together to shape the intersection of trauma-inform…

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"Light therapy for Parkinson's":- Dr Wayne Markman CEO SYMBYX 2:03:59

11M ago2:03:59

2:03:59

Light Therapy is an area of great interest and hope for PwP worldwide, as shown by the viewing numbers for our 3 previous NSB4PD sessions over the last 48 months. Here in this interview with Dr Wayne Markman, CEO of SYMBYX, we explore how photobiomodulation devices directly address the gut, vagus nerve and brain. SYMBYX's mission is to develop medi…

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Diaspora Palestinian to Hamas Apologists: Debate Me, Bro (w/ John Aziz) 1:02:08

11M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

John Aziz is a British Palestinian musician who has come into the public spotlight since October 7th for tweeting out for peace and against Hamas. In this conversation, we unpack why it’s so controversial for a Palestinian like John to be pro-peace, the trauma both sides aren’t acknowledging or addressing, and the overly-simplified, ironic, Star Wa…

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5. The Tell-Tale Heart 59:05

11M ago59:05

59:05

How many Edgar Allen Poe Easter eggs have you spotted hidden in the show? This week, Stacey and Lindsay chatted with Production Designer Laurin Kelsey about sets, locations, colors, props and hidden nods to our boy, Poe. Tune in next time for another interview and new deep dives into the The Fall of the House of Usher on Netflix!…

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4. The Black Cat 59:29

11M ago59:29

59:29

Real cat? Digital cat? Or... puppet cat??? This week, Stacey and Lindsay sat down with Visual Effects Superviser Bret Culp and Visual Effects Producer Krista Allain to talk about the amazing amount of detail and skill that went into creating the visual feast that is The Fall of the House of Usher. Tune in next time for more Poe, more interviews, an…

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