Best Russie Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 24: Jacqueline Sarkissian, Reporter, KTLA 5 28:44

1M ago28:44

28:44

Jacqueline Sarkissian took an unconventional path through the fashion industry and reached journalism after a family-friend connected her with a television news anchor who became her mentor. Today this USC graduate, after stops at San Diego’s Fox 5 and other markets, is a reporter at KTLA 5 where she did her first internship on the assignment desk.…

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Episode 23: Joe Little, Director of Storytelling & News Reporter, NBC 7 San Diego 48:18

2M ago48:18

48:18

Joe Little has a big personality and a knack for using facts combined with great visuals and awesome interviews with people you can root for to report the news! Joe is the Director of Storytelling and a News Reporter for NBC 7 San Diego. He got into journalism to be a sports anchor, and later found himself in a Pennsylvania field reporting on the c…

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Episode 22: Karlene Chavis, Chief Meteorologist, CBS 8 San Diego 54:08

3M ago54:08

54:08

Karlene Chavis’ parents must’ve been clairvoyant because when she was six years old, they told her she would be a meteorologist. They took her passion for earth science, the fact she played with dinosaurs instead of Barbies, and enjoyed the outdoors as signs that she was destined for greatness. Today, Karlene is the Chief Meteorologist for CBS 8 Sa…

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Episode 21: Darren Nichols, Columnist, Detroit Free Press & Founder, DNick Media 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Darren Nichols' resilience is special. He’s been a journalist in Detroit, Michigan for three decades and in 2014 while working on the biggest story in Detroit history, he unexpectedly had a stroke. Darren was down, but not out. His determination and winner’s attitude saw him put in six hour days during rehabilitation – not a common practice. That h…

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Episode 20: Dear San Diego Interviews James Canning, Host of Flack Talk 52:51

8M ago52:51

52:51

Tony Manolatos and Juan Hernandez, the hosts of Dear San Diego, recently invited me to be a guest on their show. I had a lot of fun talking about my career, cooking, painting, and Michigan summers. I am releasing my interview with Tony and Juan here on Flack Talk in case you want to learn some things about me you didn't know. Below is the Dear San …

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Episode 19: Humberto Gurmilan, Author & Former Telemundo Sports Anchor 42:10

9M ago42:10

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Humberto (Beto) Gurmilan became paralyzed at 15-years-old after diving off his surfboard. It changed his life, but it did not stop him from pursuing and achieving his dream of becoming a journalist. Beto at 24-years-old became a sports anchor at Telemundo San Diego and spent 14 years there behind the news desk in his wheelchair. Waves of Courage Ov…

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Episode 18: Jennifer Kastner, San Diego Business Journal, Reporter 51:35

10M ago51:35

51:35

Award winning journalist and San Diego native Jennifer Kastner after a 17-year career in television news – most recently with ABC 10 in San Diego – decided to try her hand at print journalism, and is now a reporter for the San Diego Business Journal. During this episode we talk with Jennifer about how and why she became an Emergency Medical Technic…

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Episode 17: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Deborah Brennan, Former County Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune 46:53

10M ago46:53

46:53

Deborah Brennan, a former County government reporter, at the time of recording had taken a buy-out from the San Diego Union-Tribune, after the paper was purchased by a news conglomerate. Her love of writing at an early age, and the formative writing done at her high school newspaper, along with an uncle who was a columnist propelled Deborah into jo…

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Episode 16: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Ashlyn Lipori-Russie, Former Content Manager, Inewsource 1:00:27

10M ago1:00:27

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Ashlyn Lipori-Russie, a former content manager for San Diego-based Inewsource, at the time of recording had been laid-off after the non-profit news company she worked for reduced staffing. She says the job at Inewsource was her “dream job” that fell from the sky because it melded her passion for digital content marketing and journalism; and the lay…

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Episode 15: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Bill Shea, Former National Sports Business Reporter, The Athletic 55:17

10M ago55:17

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Bill Shea, a former national sports business reporter for The Athletic, at the time of recording had been laid-off after the news company downsized. A Cleveland, Ohio native, Bill has worn many hats in the newsroom, but writing about the contracts, financial policies, stadium and arena developments, social justice issues and politics of sports cons…

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Episode 14: Art Castañares, La Prensa San Diego, Publisher & Editor-at-Large 40:51

11M ago40:51

40:51

Arturo “Art” Castañares is unlike any other journalist in San Diego. This former senior Sacramento staffer turned newspaperman owns one of San Diego’s most polarizing news outlets. La Prensa San Diego’s investigative bombshells often cause the subjects of the story to run for cover, and inspire other news outlets to dig deeper. In this episode of F…

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Episode 13: Mara MacDonald, WDIV Channel 4 Reporter 39:54

12M ago39:54

39:54

Have you ever seen a television news live truck with its satellite up in your neighborhood and wondered what happens inside that cramped tin can on wheels? Well, Mara MacDonald, veteran reporter with WDIV Channel 4, Detroit’s NBC affiliate, talks with us about traveling from story to story in the live truck during the evening shift. During this epi…

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Episode 12: Newsroom Shake Ups w/ Gary Warth, San Diego Union Tribune’s Former Homelessness Reporter; and Hope Reilly, Vice President and Partner at Southwest Strategies 48:48

12M ago48:48

48:48

Buyouts and layoffs have shaken up San Diego newsrooms. Most recently the San Diego Union Tribune was purchased, and nearly 30 reporters and employees have voluntarily chosen to leave the paper with a severance according to reports. Gary Warth, now former Union Tribune Homelessness Reporter, sat down with Flack Talk for an in-depth interview about …

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Episode 11: Mickey McCanham, WXYZ Channel 7 ABC Detroit, Assignment Manager 53:36

1y ago53:36

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Mickey McCanham is a “hunter and gatherer of news” as an Assignment Manager at WXYZ Channel 7 in Detroit. He got into the news business by accident thanks to a chance encounter with a reporter at an Irish bar where Mickey was singing Irish music. Host James Canning credits Mickey with teaching him how television newsrooms work, and during this epis…

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Episode 10: Tony Alvarez, Televisa Tijuana (XEWT 12), Binational Reporter 1:05:29

1y ago1:05:29

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Tony lives the “binational life.” This gregarious Televisa reporter who covers San Diego and California news grew up in Tijuana crossing the border to San Diego regularly for family activities. He became fond of broadcast journalism and doing sports play-by-play after receiving a tape recorder from his mother. In this episode Tony shares the pros a…

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Episode 09: Andrew Bowen, KPBS, Metro Reporter 57:37

1y ago57:37

57:37

Andrew is the journalist that covers all the big local issues in San Diego such as housing, homelessness and transportation but this KPBS Metro Reporter cut his teeth reporting in Germany, and he talked with us about his family’s connection to this north central European country. We also talked with Andrew about his reporting on “Golden Pedophiles,…

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Episode 08: Karen Dumas, Detroit News, Columnist 39:34

1y ago39:34

39:34

Karen Dumas is a columnist for the Detroit News who has successfully navigated a career where she’s moved seamlessly between roles in journalism, politics and public relations. Some of the things we get into during this episode of Flack Talk include: Unique WTF (What the Fuck) moments in her career, The No Bullshit Newshour with Charlie LeDuff, Bei…

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Episode 07: Ben Schmitt, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Deputy Managing Editor 51:37

1y ago51:37

51:37

Ben Schmitt, Deputy Manager Editor of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, in this episode of Flack Talk discusses: covering “the worst antisemitic attack in U.S. history,” presidential elections in New Hampshire, his Emmy-winning story about a contract killer who enjoyed walking his poodle in his suburban neighborhood. how famed sports journalist and au…

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Episode 06: frankly... podcast talks to James Canning 50:25

1+ y ago50:25

50:25

The frankly… podcast interviews Flack Talk host James Canning about why it’s important to believe in the people that you work for in government affairs and communications. #Franco #Detroit #FlackTalk #JamesCanning #SanDiego #Detroit #Seattle #Journalism #Reporters #Broadcast #NPR #WayneStateUniversity #TinaKozak #PRSADetroit #PRSA #PRSASDIC #frankl…

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Episode 05: Jerome Vaughn, News Director, WDET 101.9 FM in Detroit 49:28

1+ y ago49:28

49:28

Jerome Vaughn, a Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame News Director at WDET 101.9 FM, Detroit’s NPR station, discusses homeschooling 8 children, why public radio is special, the reason diverse newsrooms matter, Detroit love, and how a yellow Panasonic ball and chain radio inspired him to become a broadcast journalist. Links to items talked about during…

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Episode 04: Kelly Davis, Investigative Journalist, based in San Diego, California 34:22

1+ y ago34:22

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Kelly Davis is a serious investigative journalist based in San Diego who love a good challenge and welcomes the adrenaline rush that comes with investigating a story. In this episode, Kelly also shares the ins and outs of being a freelancer and offers young journalists some tips on the trade. And we learn how one of her stories involving law enforc…

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Episode 03: Priya Sridhar, NBC 7 San Diego’s Political Reporter 41:32

1+ y ago41:32

41:32

Priya Sridhar of NBC 7 San Diego’s Political Reporter discusses her experiences with elected officials, what it’s been like to chase her dreams, trolls on twitter, the Navy Reserves, being an unemployed journalist, family and love on this episode of Flack Talk with James Canning. Below are links to some things discussed during the interview: 93-yea…

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Episode 02: What’s a Flack? 2:27

1+ y ago2:27

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Flack Talk host James Canning explains that FLACK in some circles is a derogatory word and how he has taken back this taboo term and reengineered its meaning to be positive. Being a FLACK is a badge of honor according to James, and he is of the mind that more public relations professionals should embrace it.…

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Episode 01: Why I Created Flack Talk Podcast 10:53

1+ y ago10:53

10:53

Flack Talk host James Canning explains for listeners how journalism inspired him to create this podcast. He discusses how he came to appreciate journalists and how the industry impacts his career and life. Visit www.FlackTalk.com to learn more. #WayneStateUniversity #Detroit #BobBerg #Jouranlism #CityofDetroit #ColemanYoung #Michigan #PublicRelatio…

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Sarah Russi's First Modeling Experience 51:29

1+ y ago51:29

51:29

This week on the podcast we are joined by Sarah Russi who tells us about her start in modeling and how that's lead to her current career on OnlyFans. Sarah is also is our first return guest, although her first appearance didn't get released due to a technical issue! Follow Sarah on IG: @sarah_russi Follow Mary on IG: @realmarycarey Find out more at…

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Episode 00: Flack Talk Advertisement -- Telling Stories 0:16

1+ y ago0:16

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Mood: Feel Good; BPM: 100; ISRC: CA0EK1700587; Audio Type: Shorts; URL Commercial Information: https://www.premiumbeat.com

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Dr. Sophy's First College Job 51:59

2y ago51:59

51:59

This week Mary gets a free therapy session via the podcast with her personal therapist Dr. Charles Sophy. This week we discuss how her and Dr. Sophy first met each other at the Sober House and his continuous influence on her life. Check out Dr. Sophy's books: Family Values: Reset Trust, Boundaries & Connection with Your Child Side by Side: The Revo…

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Kendra Jade Rossi's First Time on a Tour Bus 53:03

2y ago53:03

53:03

This week we are joined by Mary's longtime friend Kendra Jade Rossi who talks to us about her love of Karaoke, dating and divorcing a musician and her first experience on a tour bus! Follow Kendra on Instagram at: @queen_kendra_jade Follow Mary on Instagram at: @realmarycarey Find out more at https://poppin-your-cherry-with-mary-c.pinecast.co Check…

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Amaya Brecher's First Audition for The Real World 56:33

2y ago56:33

56:33

This week we are joined by Amaya Brecher who talks about how she first befriended Mary, her experiences on The Real World, the bizarre story of how she got the gig in the first place and her love of television. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Mary Carey

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Taylor Stevens First Keto Diet Experience 52:37

2y ago52:37

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This week we are joined by Taylor Stevens who tells us the incredible story of how a Keto Diet and lifestyle change helped her loss over 100 pounds. We also dive into her relationship with her dad, mental health talk and how weight loss changed her career. Follow Taylor on Instagram at: @realtaylorstevens Follow Mary on Instagram at: @realmissmaryc…

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Kidd Chris' First Time Meeting Mary Carey 58:37

2y ago58:37

58:37

This week we are joined by WEBN Morning DJ KiddChris. Over a decade ago Chris was a DJ in Philadelphia where Producer Matt was a fan and was how Matt first became aware of Mary Carey so of course we had to eventually get Chris on the show. As soon as we hit record Chris' skill as an interview kicked in and he quickly turned the table on us intervie…

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Ellie Church's First Horror Movie 41:15

2y ago41:15

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This week we are joined by horror actress Ellie Church who talks to us about her first experience working on a horror movie, giving lap-dances for charity, how she discovered Mary Carey through an obscure comedy and her very unique story of the first time she had sex. Follow Ellie on Instagram at: @elliechurch Follow Mary on Instagram at: @realmiss…

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Mary's First Time Seeing Ballet 31:31

2y ago31:31

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In honor of 4th of July instead of a normal interview Producer Matt interviewed Mary about some of her major firsts! Enjoy and we will be back with another great interview in two weeks!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Mary Carey

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Jaret Reddick's First Time Hearing Ozzy 59:26

2y ago59:26

59:26

This week we are joined by Jaret Reddick of the Austin, TX pop punk band Bowling for Soup. Jaret has played shows all over the globe thanks to the success of songs like "1985", "Girl All The Bad Guys Want" and "High School Never Ends". We dive into what lead him to loving music, him forming the band in high school, the insane story of how he lost h…

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Reya Sunshine's First Night on Stage 40:39

2y ago40:39

40:39

We are joined by the Award winning adult entertainer Reya Sunshine! Reya and Mary share stories about feature dancing issues at strip clubs, their love of live sporting events and taxes (yes really)! Additionally we learn of Reya's first experience stripping and her first time at a feature dancer level as well as her first kiss and first boyfriend …

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Alyssa Ljubicich's First Thoughts on The Circle 45:50

2y ago45:50

45:50

If you've watched Season 4 of The Circle then you've probably fallen in love with Alyssa Ljubicich! Between her vulva pillow, her non-stop notes and her random encounter with the Spice Girls she stole the hearts of every fan of the show. Now she joins us on the podcast to talk about her experiences on The Circle as well as her love of Horror films …

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Amanda Baby's First Time Camming 45:37

2y ago45:37

45:37

Next week Amanda and Mary are hanging out next weekend while Amanda is attending Xbiz Miami on May 16th-19th. To prepare for their meet up we recorded an episode where they discussed how Amanda got her start in camming as well as her experiences as a twin and her first time! Be sure to follow Amanda on Instagram @amandababyxx Follow Mary Carey on I…

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Biddy Bee's First Drag Show 53:12

2y ago53:12

53:12

This week we are joined by Philadelphia drag queen Biddy Bee who talks to us about not just their first sexual experiences but their first experiences with drag and the impact it left on them! Be sure to follow Biddy on Instagram @biddybeedrag Follow Mary Carey on Instagram @realmarycarey Opening and Closing Music "I Got the Love" by Gene the Werew…

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Ainslee Divine's First Cam Session 1:08:20

2+ y ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Ainslee Divine may genuinely be one of the hardest working cam girls on Earth. Mary Carey was so inspired by her work ethic that she wanted to know all about Ainslee's firsts (as well maybe get some cam tips). Be sure to follow Ainslee on Instagram @ainslee.model Follow Mary Carey on Instagram @realmarycarey Opening and Closing Music "I Got the Lov…

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Rubber Doll's First Fetish 54:51

2+ y ago54:51

54:51

This week on Poppin' Your Cherry with Mary Carey we are excited to be joined by RubberDoll. RubberDoll is an award winning live entertainer and fetish model. She's appeared in movies like Pain & Gain by Michael Bay as well as a Video Vixen for Motley Crue and Buckcherry to name a few! RubberDoll joins us to discuss her early memories growing up in …

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Maitland Ward's First Book 43:31

2+ y ago43:31

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This week on Poppin' Your Cherry with Mary Carey we are excited to introduce actress, author and adult film star Maitland Ward on the show. Maitland may be best remembered for her work on The Bold & The Beautiful and Boy Meets World. Producer Matt used to even host a Boy meets World themed podcast so you know he was extra starstruck! In the last de…

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The Dating Life of Katie Lohmann 55:45

2+ y ago55:45

55:45

We're back with another episode of Poppin' Your Cherry with Mary Carey and this week we are joined by Katie Lohmann. Katie is an actress and former Playmate of the Month. We discuss her time at the Playboy Mansion, her experiences dating director Michael Bay, her childhood and of course... the day she lost her virginity! Follow Katie on Instagram @…

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Megan Hauserman Pops Mary's Podcast Cherry 55:19

2+ y ago55:19

55:19

In our debut episode Mary is joined by her best friend and VH1 Royalty Megan Hauserman. Megan was on such realty shows as Beauty & the Geek, Rock of Love and I Love Money. On our first episode we discuss Megan's childhood with a mom who never wore clothes, her first job delivering Chinese food, her first impressions on the Playboy Mansion and Bret …

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Learnt Anything About Your Team In The Past 12 Weeks 5:25

4y ago5:25

5:25

Understand What Drives Unusual Behaviour Within Your Team!By Warren Kennaugh

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What Russie Erasmus Can Teach Leadership Teams. 7:09

4+ y ago7:09

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See What The World's Best Can Teach Us!www.warrenkennaugh.comBy Warren Kennaugh

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Episode 6: D23 Recap 1:12:52

5y ago1:12:52

1:12:52

OMO! On today's special extra episode, we dive into everything that happened at D23!

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Episode 5: Get Me Spider-Man! 1:00:06

5y ago1:00:06

1:00:06

OMO! Today we talk about the latest Disney news! We Jump into some casting updates, rumors of a potential upcoming sequel, and get into the battle for Peter Parker. Hope you enjoy it!

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Episode 4: News and Toy Story 4 Review 1:14:06

5y ago1:14:06

1:14:06

OMO! Today on Our Mouse Overlord, we dig into some big news from Disney+ and the recent Fox takeover. After that, I give my thoughts on Toy Story 4!

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Episode 3: Live Action Remakes 1:34:39

5y ago1:34:39

1:34:39

OMO! Today on Our Mouse Overlord I review the last three live action remakes from Disney (Dumbo, Aladdin, and The Lion King) and Rob and I discuss the potential for remake fatigue.

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Episode 2: Rest in Peace Russi 59:46

5y ago59:46

59:46

This week, we talk about all of the latest Disney news, including the sad passing of an icon. We also dive into Rob's history with the Mouse.

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