Best Patrick Brewer Podcasts (2024)

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“We should be trying to build 90-win teams here.” 29:53

6h ago29:53

29:53

Without naming names, Cubs manager Craig Counsell essentially called out his entire organization. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic interpret what Counsell was actually saying and relay Jed Hoyer’s response from Philadelphia as another disappointing season nears its end. Missing the playoffs calls into question ownership’s willingne…

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Cubs mailbag: Is Jed Hoyer on the hot seat? 37:05

27m ago37:05

37:05

With the Cubs disappearing from the playoff picture, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic field questions from listeners on where the team goes from here. Hot topics include the fate of the front office, how the Cubs view Cody Bellinger’s option for next season, the next wave of prospects headed toward Wrigley Field, and more.Support N…

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Episode #210: Assisted Living 101 with Isabelle Guarino 22:55

2h ago22:55

22:55

As a nation, we know very little about residential assisted living (RAL) compared to other real estate categories. So today, we welcome the two-time bestselling author and COO of Residential Assisted Living Academy (RALA), Isabelle Guarino, who sheds more light on the importance of RAL and how you can get involved. Named as one of the “Top Influenc…

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153: Colm Kelleher, Chairman of UBS & Former President of Morgan Stanley, Discusses Culture, Leadership, Surviving the Great Financial Crisis and UBS Today 43:27

26m ago43:27

43:27

In an interview we had especially looked forward to, and with the Credit Suisse acquisition behind us, the MMP went to Zurich to talk to Colm Kelleher. Described as one of the most influential and capable banking executives of the last several decades, he has been dubbed by the FT as 'Europe’s most powerful banker'. As Chairman of the UBS board, he…

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Craig Counsell left Milwaukee and the Brewers still dominated the division 30:57

18h ago30:57

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The Brewers are rarely viewed as the preseason favorite or a cutting-edge franchise. Yet this small-market team keeps frustrating the Cubs and outperforming expectations. How does this keep happening? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic examine the distance between Milwaukee and Chicago, how the Cubs can close the gap, and why the Bre…

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This Cubs season feels over 27:23

24h ago27:23

27:23

Though mathematically still alive for the playoffs, Fangraphs still gave this team a zero percent chance to make the playoffs after rough back-to-back losses over the weekend at Coors Field. The Cubs return home to Wrigley Field with so many big-picture questions about the organization’s direction. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic …

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Who has something to prove down the stretch? 26:12

39m ago26:12

26:12

Despite their long-shot odds to make the postseason, the Cubs still have a lot to play for in September. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic run through some of the players they’re following more closely as well as a few names they’re already hearing about as possible targets in free agency. The trajectory of this season only reinforc…

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Episode #209: Kathy Fettke: Scaling Smart 24:39

4h ago24:39

24:39

Are you interested in scaling your business but have concerns about overreaching and going broke? In her new book, Scaling Smart, Kathy Fettke gives readers a comprehensive guide to creating a self-managing business without sacrificing growth. Kathy is a renowned real estate expert, author of the best-selling title, Retire Rich with Rentals, and co…

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The unexplainable offensive drought at Wrigley Field 22:56

2d ago22:56

22:56

Why do the Cubs look like a different team on the road? The offense came alive again at Dodger Stadium, where agent Scott Boras pointed out how unkind the Friendly Confines have been to hitters this season. It’s a topic of conversation for players, coaches and the front office, so it had to be addressed on North Side Territory. Sahadev Sharma discu…

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152: Sir Tony Blair, Former UK Prime Minister, on Leadership, Immigration, the Middle East & More! 42:14

3d ago42:14

42:14

Thought-provoking, amusing, self-critical, rich with anecdotes, laced with good advice, and large servings of humility, you might not automatically assume I’m describing the book, titled 'On Leadership', just published and written by Sir Tony Blair. The discussion starts with the essential need for a leader to identify the priorities, to determine …

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Dodgers vs Cubs Series 17:38

10d ago17:38

17:38

Sahadev Sharma joins Clint Pasillas and Alanna Rizzo on Dodgers Territory to talk about the Cubs vs Dodgers upcoming series. Sahadev dives into the surprising luck the team has on the road and the offense that needs to pick itself up as the team heads to Dodgers Stadium. One Cub in the spotlight is Cody Bellinger, being back at Dodgers Stadium agai…

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How Anthony Rizzo became Mr. Cub 2.0 31:01

7d ago31:01

31:01

The story will quickly shift after Shota Imanaga’s brilliant performance in a combined no-hitter. The Yankees are coming to town, which means Rizzo’s first game back at Wrigley Field since getting traded at the 2021 deadline. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney both covered the entire breadth of Rizzo’s career in Chicago, which feature…

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Shota Imanaga leads the Cubs to their 18th no-hitter in franchise history 19:02

20d ago19:02

19:02

What a night at Wrigley Field, where the crowd booed Craig Counsell’s decision to pull his ace pitcher after seven no-hit innings. Imanaga, his catcher and the next reliever up didn’t even know they were on the verge of making history. And this actually started out as a bad day for the Cubs. For context, Sahadev Sharma checks in with Patrick Mooney…

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After all that work to stay in the race, the Cubs’ slim playoff chances take a big hit 33:43

22d ago33:43

33:43

The Cubs returned to Wrigley Field on Labor Day with a sense of momentum and a chance to make September interesting. And then the one-two punch of a blown save and Justin Steele’s injury damaged their postseason odds. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney absorb all that news, putting it in the context of a season that was supposed to go into October. …

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Episode #208: Gary Lipsky – Invest Smart 8:17

14d ago8:17

8:17

Our very own Gary Lipsky has written another incredible real estate investment book! Invest Smart: Spotting Red Flags in Real Estate Syndications and in this episode of the Real Estate Investors Podcast, Gary is telling us all about it. Tune in to hear what you will learn from the book, why he wrote it, who it is for, and so much more! Head over to…

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“Cubbie Occurrences” with Chicago Tribune columnist Paul Sullivan 27:39

26d ago27:39

27:39

Are the Cubs back because of a Taylor Swift candle or the Sully Bounce? The legendary newspaperman joins Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic to discuss Mike Royko’s influence on his career, what it’s really like to cover the Wrigleyville circus and how the beat has changed over the years. Sully also implores the Cubs to let Craig Coun…

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The vibes around the Cubs after a wild comeback and a much-needed sweep 29:07

27d ago29:07

29:07

As September approaches, the Cubs are still staying in the playoff picture. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic try to make sense of the offensive explosion in Pittsburgh and this recent surge that has pushed the club above .500. There are also newsy items to discuss regarding Drew Smyly and Jorge López, two key pieces of a bullpen th…

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is providing the energy this Cubs team needs 34:36

28d ago34:36

34:36

The rookie known as “PCA” is becoming a dynamic player, someone who can deliver a highlight-reel moment at any given time. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic discuss what this development means for the future and how the center fielder has combined style and substance. Miguel Amaya is another young player who has shown significant gr…

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151: Volatility Laundering in Private Equity, the Merits of International Diversification, Value Vs Growth and Systematic Investing - With Cliff Asness 1:18:01

17d ago1:18:01

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Simon introduces Cliff Asness, Co-Founder and CIO of AQR (Applied Quantitative Research), highlighting the firm's systematic approach to investing in a variety of assets. Cliff Asness shared his background, mentioning that he was initially an underachiever in school but transitioned to a highly driven person during college at the University of Penn…

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Episode #207: John Casmon: How to Scale 25:45

21d ago25:45

25:45

Are you ready to scale your real estate investments but feel unsure of how to take the next step? This is the episode for you! Joining us today to share his take on how to scale efficiently (and painlessly) is John Casmon, a former corporate marketing executive turned real estate entrepreneur. John is the founder of Casmon Capital Group, where he a…

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Cubs mailbag: Are the Cubs resigned to going after second-tier free agents? And have they learned their lesson in the bullpen? 43:18

1M ago43:18

43:18

Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic respond to listener questions about how the Cubs will approach Juan Soto and the free-agent market this winter and what might be different this time. Anthony Santander, for example, would be a good name to file away. There’s also an in-depth discussion about how to fix the bullpen and whether the Cu…

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Javier Báez returns and Héctor Neris leaves as the Cubs go in a different direction 35:43

1M ago35:43

35:43

The montage on the Wrigley Field video board was essentially the only highlight for Báez in his first game back since getting traded at the 2021 deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what it was like covering “El Mago” and watching him struggle mightily with the Tigers. The duo from The Athletic also discuss why the Cubs shook up thei…

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Deciphering the Cubs’ payroll and an early read on Juan Soto and Corbin Burnes 38:43

1M ago38:43

38:43

Cubs executives have publicly acknowledged that the team will likely finish the year over the $237 million luxury-tax threshold. What does this mean in a season that will very likely end without a playoff appearance? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney go over some frequently asked questions, explain Sharma’s latest reporting in The Athletic, and loo…

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The Cubs’ playoff chances are going, going, almost gone 25:47

28d ago25:47

25:47

The Cubs refuse to concede that it’s over — and there are still things to play for — but getting swept out of Cleveland damaged the team’s diminishing postseason probability. But with the way this up-and-down season has gone, a relatively easy stretch of the schedule could pull them right back into the playoff race. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Moone…

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Whatever happened to the Cubs’ wave of young pitching talent? 29:05

1M ago29:05

29:05

This isn’t their year. Maybe the Cubs can somehow defy the odds and sneak into the playoffs, but things simply haven’t lined up for this team. Part of the organization’s frustration and uncertainty moving forward revolves around the pitchers who were supposed to take big steps forward this year. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic bri…

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AI, Indexes, and Independent Research: Inside Morningstar’s Strategy with CEO Kunal Kapoor 40:03

1M ago40:03

40:03

Join host Jonathan Boyar as he sits down with Kunal Kapoor, the dynamic CEO of Morningstar, in this episode of The World According to Boyar. Dive into the story behind one of the most influential firms in the financial services industry and discover how Kunal’s leadership has propelled Morningstar to new heights. Kunal discusses Morningstar's missi…

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The Names to Know as the Cubs Try to Fix Their Catching Situation 26:43

1M ago26:43

26:43

The Cubs have made up some ground in the wild-card race, playing a better brand of baseball and giving themselves a chance to compete in meaningful September games. But whatever happens down the stretch, the offseason planning has already begun. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss Sahadev's reporting in The Athletic on how the Cubs tried to a…

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White Sox preview with James Fegan: Will a new manager make things tougher for the Cubs this weekend? 24:34

2M ago24:34

24:34

Sahadev Sharma is joined by James Fegan from Sox Machine. News of Pedro Grifol's firing had just been announced and Fegan touches on how the team could start playing better -- could they really play worse? -- thoughts on a few players on the Sox who could be trade targets for the Cubs and which season is more disappointing the one that high expecta…

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Episode #206: Development Deals with Andrew Brewer 21:33

1M ago21:33

21:33

Conducting detailed research and having great relationships with municipalities, contractors, and investors is the best way to avoid hefty delays in development deals. Today's guest is Andrew Brewer, a stationary engineer-turned-commercial operator and developer, and the Founder of IronGall Investments. We begin today's conversation with Andrew's p…

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Listener Mailbag: Will Jed Hoyer spend big? Do the Cubs need a closer? Bellinger opting in or saying goodbye? 38:32

2M ago38:32

38:32

Sahadev Sharma takes questions from fans as they wonder if the bullpen will be a focus of the spending this winter, whether Jed Hoyer will ever reel in that big fish, has Cody Bellinger done enough to opt out and more.Please leave this podcast page a rating and review so that more people discover North Side Territory.…

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150: War or Peace? Why the World May Be More Dangerous than the 1930s - With General Sir Patrick Sanders, Former UK Chief of the General Staff 52:24

1M ago52:24

52:24

In this episode we have the huge pleasure and privilege to talk to General Sir Patrick Sanders, who until June of this year served as Chief of the General Staff. As the professional head of the British Army he had responsibility for over 100,000 troops (including reserves), steering this key component of the UK’s defence apparatus through an increa…

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A look to the future with MLB.com's Jordan Bastian 28:18

2M ago28:18

28:18

The Cubs continue to do just enough to tease fans and then let them down, but there are reasons to be hopeful for the future. Sahadev Sharma is joined by Jordan Bastian as they discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong's recent hot stretch at the plate and how impactful even average offensive performance from him could be to the team's future. And a trio of prom…

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Episode #205: Brandon Burns 1031 Master Class 39:51

2M ago39:51

39:51

Section 1031 in the tax code can be leveraged to your advantage when it comes to real estate investing and today on the Real Estate Investor Podcast, Brandon Burns is here to give listeners a 1031 master class. Listening in, you’ll hear all about the power of the Section 1031 tax code in investing, what a 1031 scenario looks like, what could go wro…

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149: The $5 Trillion High Yield Debt Markets: Trouble Ahead or Compelling Returns? - With Victor Khosla, Founder & CIO of Strategic Value Partners 33:09

1M ago33:09

33:09

This episode comes from the SuperReturn conference in Berlin, with guest Victor Khosla, Founder of SVP. Set up in 2001, the firm manages $18 billion in credit, with an impressive long-term track record in identifying credit opportunities. Victor describes himself as the ‘Accidental Investor’, initially hired as a strategic consultant for a Citibank…

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Viewer’s guide to the last two months of the Cubs season 37:43

2M ago37:43

37:43

What should fans be watching for in August and September? What does the team’s brass need to see before heading into a critical offseason? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney acknowledge the obvious — that Jed Hoyer is on the hot seat — and explain how this closing stretch can set the stage for 2025. From Cody Bellinger to Miguel Amaya to Pete Crow-A…

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Wrapping up the trade deadline: Was this a missed opportunity for the Cubs? 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

Jed Hoyer’s front office wasn’t a traditional buyer or a pure seller at this year’s trade deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney talk through that strategy and assess the deals that brought in Isaac Paredes and shipped out Mark Leiter Jr. There is a certain rationale to what the Cubs did at this moment, but just because it made sense doesn’t m…

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The Cubs get a much-needed boost with the Isaac Paredes trade 29:46

2M ago29:46

29:46

Jed Hoyer meant it when he said his front office would be opportunistic, dealing Christopher Morel and two pitching prospects to the Rays for an All-Star third baseman. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what the Cubs are trying to accomplish at this trade deadline, which suddenly is far more complex than simply buying or selling. Trading wi…

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Cubs mailbag: How are the pieces going to fit together? 21:46

2M ago21:46

21:46

t’s never a good sign when looking ahead to next year becomes a thing in July. But that’s where the Cubs are at right now, so Patrick Mooney of The Athletic opened up the mailbag to take your questions about the franchise’s direction. It always starts at the top, how ownership feels about the baseball operations group and whether patience is runnin…

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Let the sell-off at the trade deadline begin 32:06

2M ago32:06

32:06

The Cubs left no doubt by coming out of the All-Star break and losing two must-have series against real playoff contenders. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic break down Jed Hoyer’s confirmation that the front office won’t be adding rental players for a postseason push, and question Craig Counsell’s take on the trade deadline now tha…

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148: Greed & Fear! What to Own, What to Avoid and Are We Wrong About China? With Chris Wood, Global Head of Equity Strategy, Jefferies (Hong Kong) 42:00

2M ago42:00

42:00

If you write a widely followed weekly piece for nearly 30 years, assessing investment risks & rewards, geopolitical implications, and extracting signals from noise, you need experience, good instincts, market nous, and the ability to talk to the right people. The weekly piece in question is GREED & FEAR, and its author, our guest Christopher Wood, …

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The latest on the Cubs with Jesse Rogers 25:27

2M ago25:27

25:27

After 100-plus games, the Cubs do not envision a scenario in which they become buyers at the trade deadline. But does that actually mean selling? Which players and teams could be in play at the end of July? And where do Jed Hoyer and Craig Counsell stand amid this disappointing season? ESPN’s Jesse Rogers always has interesting answers, national pe…

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Episode #204: Feras Moussa: The State of Multifamily 14:47

2M ago14:47

14:47

While multifamily investors face numerous challenges in today's market, there are still many lucrative opportunities available. Join us as we delve into the current state of multifamily investing with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily acquisitions. …

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147: Vista Equity Partners: The $100 Billion Private Equity Software Group - With Rachel Arnold, Co-Head of Vista Equity Partners’ Endeavor Fund 23:42

2M ago23:42

23:42

In this shorter interview, recorded at Berlin SuperReturn, Rachel Arnold, Co-Head of Vista’s Endeavour strategy, a fund focused on small-cap private software companies, offers insights that echo Bill Gates comment that “software is the magic thing whose importance only goes up over time” Amazingly, over 90% of software companies are private, and as…

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Chicago Cubs second-half preview: Good luck trying to figure out this team 36:11

2M ago36:11

36:11

With the All-Star break about to end, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic sit down to preview the second half of this up-and-down season and offer a few predictions on what’s ahead. The storylines inevitably revolve around Craig Counsell, a manager who is definitely not on the hot seat but also hasn’t made a huge mark on the team yet.…

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What we’re hearing about the Chicago Cubs’ draft and the state of their farm system 38:50

2M ago38:50

38:50

With the draft over and the trade deadline approaching, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney zoom out to discuss how the Cubs landed on first-round pick Cam Smith out of Florida State, and what the front office is thinking at this moment. The Chicago-based beat writers for The Athletic also get into whether Moises Ballesteros could make his major-leag…

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The Cubs suddenly find themselves in a different spot at the All-Star break 28:54

2M ago28:54

28:54

A 5-2 road trip through Baltimore and St. Louis at least temporarily delayed any serious talks about a sell-off at the trade deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic are having the same kinds of conversations that are happening around the team and in the front office, wondering whether this is real or a mirage. No one truly knows…

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What’s up with Willson Contreras and the Cardinals? 35:29

2M ago35:29

35:29

The Cubs still have to go through four games against the Cardinals – including a doubleheader at Busch Stadium – before the All-Star break. How the Cubs perform could have a major impact on how the front office proceeds at the trade deadline. Katie Woo of The Athletic is so good at explaining The Cardinal Way, the pressure in St. Louis and the pote…

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Episode #203: Navigating Real Estate Cycles with Patrick Francey 21:35

2M ago21:35

21:35

In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Francey, a multi-business owner and the CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN), to delve into the complexities of the US and Canadian markets and the different real estate market cycles. Patrick is a highly experienced real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 40 years in the industry. As th…

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Are the Chicago Cubs Back? 24:22

2M ago24:22

24:22

Just when you think they’re out, they pull you back in. An impressive series win in Baltimore recalls the turnaround before last year’s trade deadline, when the Cubs shifted from likely sellers to actual buyers. There are reasons to believe that this team can play at a much higher level and finish strong. But Cody Bellinger remains an important X-f…

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