Best Ryan Vandehei Podcasts (2024)

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E92: Chuck Aaron - Keep your RPM’s up! 1:29:16

1h ago1:29:16

1:29:16

This is a good one folks! Take a listen as the team sits down with legendary stunt helicopter pilot Chuck Aaron. As the forerunner of helicopter aerobatics, Chuck describes how he got into the business, how he built a Cobra before it became illegal, and a few of the block buster movies he flew in. Please don't get ideas and try this yourself! Keep …

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E91: WAI Pt. 3 Where Do We Go From Here? 48:03

18d ago48:03

48:03

For our final installment of the Women in Aviation Series, Miranda talks with a few members of th eplanning committee to get a behind the scenes look at thier goals for the future. LCDR Michelle Cosenza, LCDR Cassie Hawley, and LCDR Maggie Champlain discuss this year's conference, planning committee challenges, and their hopes for future conference…

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E90: WAI Pt. 2 Liz Booker 49:34

27d ago49:34

49:34

Part 2 of the WAI series, Miranda sits down with Liz Booker. Liz is a retired US Coast Guard helicopter pilot and foreign diplomat, and a writer for children and young adults. She built a community of readers, writers, and aviation enthusiasts around stories featuring women in aviation. Her community includes a 2K+ member book club, 170 member writ…

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E89: First Responder PTSD 1:05:17

1M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Welcome! As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the team called Kenny and Ryan to pinch hit with Nick and a special guest, CAPT Patrick Dill. CAPT Dill has been spearheading a campaign to better track and take care of Coasties from all communities, even the ones who float on boats. He shares some phenomenal insight into how we are takin…

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E88 Jason Quinn, The Real ResQ 1:00:41

2M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

The team sits down Jason Quinn from The Real ResQ Podcast and discusses his former life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer, his current adventures, and new rescue gear! Tune in and hear some different perspectives and techniques on high risk rescues! As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. …

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E87 2024 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 1 29:41

3M ago29:41

29:41

Normally behind the scenes, Miranda Fay takes the mic to kick off our Women in Aviation International Conference coverage. Miranda is joined by 6 junior aviation members to talk about their experience at the conference, provide insight to the importance of the conference and talk about the take aways from the weekend. It’s not often we get to highl…

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E86 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 2 59:52

3M ago59:52

59:52

The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case! P.S. Sam was last seen shredding some gnar in Europe, we really don't know where he is this time.. Nick is still learning how to upload files to the …

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E85 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 1 56:54

4M ago56:54

56:54

The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case! If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she is currently hosting the show down in Orlando! P.S. Sam's feet are cold from all the amazing ski…

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E84: Hangardeck Stories 1:07:33

4M ago1:07:33

1:07:33

We have a great show this Friday with LT Brian Dugal. He and Nick regale stories of hangardeck life before they switched to the dark side of officership and pilotage. Leigh Steinbeck joins as well to back up Nick as a host! If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she'll be hosting the show down in Orlando! P.S. Sam thought Zurmat was too f…

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E83: SAR Stories 1:16:35

5M ago1:16:35

1:16:35

Back on track again! The team welcomes LT Leigha Steinbeck to the show to tell us another great SAR story. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the team bringing you the action yet again. If you're at the Heli Expo, check out booth 3015 and jump on the show with us! P.S. Sam had to switch to IPA's as he hikes the fjords of Norway. As always, check us out on …

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Throwback: The Bail-Out 1:09:03

5M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

We are incredibly sorry for the delay between shows. We'll be back on track shortly, we promise. in a couple weeks the gang will be headed to the Heli Expo to record even more shows! Swing by and say hello on air if you're in the area! In the meantime, check out this throwback to one of our most popular shows. It'll give you the chills all over aga…

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E82: British Bob 49:40

6M ago49:40

49:40

We're very sorry for the delay, Ryan had sar to take care of on duty. We are joined this week by Royal Navy pilot LCDR Bob Fleming! He is the first Royal Navy exchange pilot to fly at HITRON. One of our more humorous guests, he tells us his stories flying across the pond as well as his experiences training in Mobile and figuring out how to live in …

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Bonus Holiday Episode! 36:17

7M ago36:17

36:17

As a thank you all for standing the watch, we have a special episode for you all this holiday routine. The author of "Rescue Rob Saves Christmas" joins us today. AST1 Rob Evans is here to spread some holiday cheer and read his book to us all. But first, the team talks about what is on their respective gift lists! P.S. Sam probably skiing the Matter…

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E80: M/V Selendang Ayu 1:37:36

7M ago1:37:36

1:37:36

This one is a big one. The case of the M/V Selendang Ayu is one of the most well known SAR cases in recent CG history. We have CAPT Tim Eason (ret.) join us to recount the story from the perspective of the MH-65 on scene. What a way to bring together our 80th episode on our 2-year anniversary! Thank you all for listening! P.S. Sam is in Edinbergh S…

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E79: The Erickson Awardees 2:02:19

7M ago2:02:19

2:02:19

Kenny is still supervising Max as we post our stories from the Roost. Good thing too because Max forgot to hit record the first time, thanks Max. Get ready for a phenomenal SAR story again as CAPT Nate Coulter (ret.) and LT Chris Guernsey sit down in person to tell us about their harrowing Kodiak rescue that earned them the Erickson Award. P.S. Sam…

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E78: C-130 Elmer Stone Awardees 1:00:55

8M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Kenny is back! Max needed supervision at the Roost so we sent the old guy in. Tommy Humphrey (LCDR ret.), now a Delta pilot, ilistens to Max and Kenny convince him they could land a passenger jet... AET1 David Segal and Josh Carwell also join the show as the crew tells us of the harrowing case that resulted in their being presented with the Elmer S…

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E77: Last Flight ROL's 43:11

8M ago43:11

43:11

We are back this week with some fantastic stories from HITRON, as well as a whirlwind final flight ROL from James Fennessey. Thankfully, Josh Alleman was there to keep him in line as they logged a life saved. Keep sending us the stories and if you're at the Roost in SD hit up Kenny and Max! We've got some legends coming up soon, be ready. P.S. Sam …

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E76: CG Reserve RS #1 29:50

9M ago29:50

29:50

We've spoken with reserve pilots, but now it's time to explore the world of rescue swimmer reservists. In a time when people are of a premium for the organization, there are new ways to serve. Andrew Johnson is on the show this week to give us the full details of his new life and spill the beans on who the most good looking RS reservist is. P.S. Sa…

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E75: Casa Time 1:05:44

9M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

We're back this week with LT Adam Haworth to talk about fixed wing life. Specifically, 144 life. Adam is an OPDEP pilot at ATC and the team dives into news, stories, and the benefits of serving beer at your AC board. Finally giving some love to the fixed wing community but don't worry, we make sure to rag on 'em a little bit. But Adam can take it. …

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E74: 60's vs. 65's 55:31

10M ago55:31

55:31

We get on the phone with CDR Mike Flint to discuss 60 and 65 product line updates as well as the big engineering/pilotage differences between the 60 and 65 (you know, other than being able to pull the collective through the ceiling without hitting a limit). Hope you enjoy a great episode from one of our communties smartest. A graduate of the School…

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E73: Heartbeats 49:13

10M ago49:13

49:13

Old meets new. Well, old hangs out with new. Sam and Ryan are back to chat with the team. Sam can't help but ask questions and we all make fun of Nick. We get into the Stan Conference, EP's, Sam and Ryan gets sappy with life advice, and Sam tells us where in the world he's going on his temp sep. Oh, and Sam gives us the details on being a reserve a…

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E72: Right Place, Right Time 52:49

11M ago52:49

52:49

Steve Harvey joins us! Well, AET2 Steve Harvey... As well as LT Will Colomb and LT Christian Toscano. These heros were traveling back from an airshow when they got the call. A brand new AC, no RS, and an aircraft that wasn't configured for SAR. Welcome to another future AC board scenario episode as the crew recounts their successful efforts to save…

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E71: The Miami Rescue Story 1:05:00

11M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

As promised we have a fantastic story from Miami this week! Zach Gross, Landon Klopfenstein, Matt Gillett and Reese Williams tell us the details of their distant medevac case. Great CRM, risk management, and on the spot decision making are highlighted in the best of ways. Well done on a fantastic rescue and thanks for sharing the lessons learned wi…

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E:70 SAR Stories 34:48

12M ago34:48

34:48

We dive in this week with Max Sherno's first SAR case as an AC with LT Nate Gallagher. Some big shout-out's this week as well with a wild case from Miami. Huge BZ to that crew, hopefully we can get you on soon to dive more into that one. Don't forget to take your DHS day! As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday We plan to release sho…

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E69: The New Guys and Stories 44:27

12M ago44:27

44:27

We are back with some new voices on the show! As with all CG jobs, people move and we try to fill their shoes. Nick, Rob, and Max settle down to chat stories, introduce themselves, and take the show into the future with renewed spirit. They chat about great SAR, memorable moments, and some 65-isms. We look forward to the next phase of the show. But…

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E68: The End of an Era - Goodbye Sam and Kenny 57:08

1y ago57:08

57:08

Get your tissues ready - this is the final episode featuring Sam and Kenny as your hosts. They take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about their favorite shows and memorable aviation experiences. It's time to say goodbye to our hosts as they move on to the next chapters in life. Thank you to all of our listeners for supporting this venture, fee…

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E67: Orange County Fire 1:28:45

1y ago1:28:45

1:28:45

When we were at HAI we met up with an old friend in CG Reserves CDR Josh Murphy and Chuck Hawkins, both aircrew for Orange County Fire. It was late, we were sitting in a hotel lobby discussing safety, aero, SAR stories, and culture when we decided to grab some mics and let you sit in on the conversation. We want to find perfection in the excellence…

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E66: SNAILS and Flight School Stories 1:21:26

1y ago1:21:26

1:21:26

With some great shout-out's to start the episode, we dive next into flight school stories! We had a few SNAILS and Flight School Instructors jump on the podcast. Listen in for some great advice if you are currently in Flight School, and for some fantastic IP tales from some of our CG instructors over there. Thanks to LCDR John Hofius and LCDR Matt …

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E65: Old Stories and Honesty 1:16:12

1y ago1:16:12

1:16:12

CAPT Tony Hahn (ret.) joins us on this episode to talk sea stories, dry-suit mishaps, and proper techniques for landing on centerline (slash, putting the gear down). This episode is a wild ride, but worth every moment as we get open and honest insight from a phenomenal aviator. Thanks for opening up to us Tony! Producer note: Tony got back to us af…

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E:64 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 2 1:14:52

1y ago1:14:52

1:14:52

Part two of our time at WAI is out! We had too much fun to pack it all into one episode. Thank you to LCDR Amanda Montour for co-hosting, to all of our guests, and to the hosts of WAI for letting us show off this amazing event! We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LT N…

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E63: Women in Aviation Conference 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Kenny almost had to ride solo this week, but thankfully LCDR Amanda Montour stepped up to co-host! They are at the Women in Aviation conference to hear some great stories, and sit in on all the conference has to offer. Special guests include LT Cassie Hawley, LT Jackie Mcelligott, LT Gretchen Krause and, and AET2 Maddi Ridenour. Get ready for some …

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E62: Flight School Infamy(?) 1:09:03

1+ y ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Kenny, Sam and Nick start with an english lesson, but then get into one of the craziest flight school stories of all time. Now LCDR Mike Dubinsky tells of his harrowing flight school in-flight emergency. You've heard of the story, but now you can hear the ACTUAL story of the T-34 bail out. Buckle up, check your chute, and get ready for the definiti…

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E61: Brotallion "The Pilots Lounge" 1:22:16

1+ y ago1:22:16

1:22:16

The team is at HAI speaking with "The Pilots Lounge" hosts Nick and Spencer. This is a collaboration of their 41st episode. The Brotallion guys are doing great things for the DoD community and strike an immediate rapport with Sam and Nick. The Brotallion team runs a non-profit for Army Gold Star Families, run a podcast "aimed at bringing aviators f…

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The Real ResQ Podcast Episode 131 1:30:31

1+ y ago1:30:31

1:30:31

Uh oh, we are the ones being interviewed this time. Nick, Sam, and Ryan sit down on the other side of the microphone to be interviewed by Jason Quinn, USCG Rescue Swimmer 500 and host of The Real ResQ Podcast (@therealresq). He graciously allowed us to post his show on our forum as well! Go check him out as his stories are incredible! We discuss fi…

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E59: MOI (a re-release) 54:54

1+ y ago54:54

54:54

The team is a bit busy right now recording at the Women in Aviation conference as well as preparing to go out to the Heli Expo (Booth B4562)! So here is a flashback of our most popular episode discussing Methods of Instruction. It was a very casual conversation of us sitting around a table chatting about the thing we love. Aviation. Also, check us …

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E58: Wardroom Beers 1:10:32

1+ y ago1:10:32

1:10:32

We moved the P-course wardroom stories to the podcast booth this week. But the crew may have pre-gamed in the wardroom with some "woorfoord reserve"... Thanks LCDR Anders Manley, LT Ryan O'neill and LT Cori Sanchez for the relaxed and fun story time! We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR…

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E57: The Great Fred North 1:09:34

1+ y ago1:09:34

1:09:34

If you want to feel motivated by greatness as a pilot or aviator, look no further than the king of us all. Fred North has years of flight time under his belt and no longer has to think while he flies. Sam and Kenny nerd out on his experiences and look for ways we can all improve ourselves. If you haven't check out Fred's instagram page @fred_north …

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E56: Night Vert Surface Pt. 2 43:18

1+ y ago43:18

43:18

The suspense is over! We finish up with the Humboldt crew as they begin their second sortie attempting to pull their survivor off the cliff face while at night and surrounded by power lines and other obstacles. Offline we got into a cool discussion about Recognition Primed Decision Making (RPDM) and how it can assist training and decision making in…

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E55: Night Vertical Surface Pt. 1 47:59

1+ y ago47:59

47:59

We're back to our roots with this one as we dive into the heroics of this Humboldt Bay aircrew. We have LCDR Shea Quinn, LT Jonathan Thomas, AST1 Nick Kemp, and AET3 Reed Schneider join us for part one of their amazing story. Decision-making, CRM, an excellent training program, and supreme airmanship are all on display with this one! We know you'll…

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E54: The Real ATC 1:36:24

1+ y ago1:36:24

1:36:24

Ever wonder what it's like on the other side of the radar scope? Kenny and Sam host Derek Vento, a New York City air traffic controller, to hear all about what it means to coordinate flights through some of the world's busiest airspace. And they get to learn just how bad they sound on the radio. Check out Derek's podcast 'The Traffic Pattern' to he…

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E53: Patio Beers Volume 2 57:12

1+ y ago57:12

57:12

DATA CALL: Sam and Kenny want to know all the records in the fleet. Overtorques, people, goats, dogs, pee bag usage, flap overspeed, any and all records you think you may hold. Send them to any of the crew: Sam, Kenny or Ryan! Back in the studio again! This time we decided to sit back, relax, and have another patio beers session. This series is abo…

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E52: ALC Finale 42:41

1+ y ago42:41

42:41

We are wrapping up the ALC visit with a final sit-down with CAPT Wilson. Sam and Kenny attempt to review what they've learned while CAPT Wilson gives a final plug for the phenomenal work his people do for us day in and day out. Thank you to the ALC team for the fantastic visit! To our listeners, we hope you have enjoyed our 6-part series with ALC. …

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E51: ALC Special Divisions 1:17:25

1+ y ago1:17:25

1:17:25

We are back to work after the brewery experience. Sam and Kenny sit down with a handful of the many other divisions at ALC to better understand all that they do for us! We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner Producer/Creator: LT Ryan Vandehei Technical Director & Editor: …

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E50: Story Time pt. 2 1:04:05

1+ y ago1:04:05

1:04:05

We're back for part two of our Seven Sounds Brewery episode! Enjoy the continuation of lifeling aviation stories from two of our greats, CAPT Wilson and CAPT (ret.) Palmeri. We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner Producer/Creator: LT Ryan Vandehei Technical Director & Edi…

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E49: Story Time pt. 1 1:03:03

2y ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Sam and Kenny take a break from the ALC life to have a beer at Seven Sounds Brewery with CAPT Wilson and CAPT (ret.) Palmeri. Highly recommend a stop at the brewery when you're in the area. Get ready for some great stories from two fantastic CG aviators. In classic FSF fashion, we went a bit longer than expected, so be ready for part 2! We plan to …

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E48: ALC (Rotary Time) 1:23:47

2y ago1:23:47

1:23:47

Well, it turns out 60 aviators hate Taco Bell. It's ok, the FSF team feels differently. We're back at it visiting ALC. Buckle up as we dive into the world of rotary wing aviation at ALC this week! The 65 and 60 product lines (SRR and MRR apparently). Hopefully we're here to dispell rumors, learn a bit, and understand what actually happens behind th…

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E47: FSF Visits ALC 1:02:39

2y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

The FSF team hit the road again, this time to visit the Aviation Logistics Center. For many operatiors it is a mythical place that churns out aircraft. We pull the curtain back and get an up-close view of how they make it all happen. This multi-part series will include guests from all facets of ALC, as well as phenomenal story sessions. First up we…

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E46: Sailing Vessel Calypso Rescue 58:31

2y ago58:31

58:31

Sam can't have onwings anymore, Cape Cod SAR lights up again, and some ALC aircrew shoutouts in the show today. Join us as we speak with LCDR Zablotny (again), AST1 Bizork and AMT2 Schumaker about their harrowing offshore case rescuing the crew of the sailing vessel Calypso. Huge shout out to LCDR Reilly as the PIC on the flight as well! We plan to…

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E45: ALPAT pt. 2 59:21

2y ago59:21

59:21

We are back with the all-time ALPAT stories from LT Neil Romans, and LT Jordan Long. Join us as we finish up our recap of their harrowing rescue! We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner Producer/Creator: LT Ryan Vandehei Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay Disclaimer: …

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E44: HAI Finale with CEO Jim Viola 42:01

2y ago42:01

42:01

Back with our HAI series! We promise to bring you ALPAT SAR part 2 shortly, but we wanted to close the loop on our trip to HAI headquarters. Sam and Kenny sit down with the CEO of HAI, Mr. Jim Viola Army Colonel (ret). Having flown most Army helicopters and commanded numerous soldiers in the field, Jim speaks about taking that leadership and safety…

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