Best Tourism Prince George Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 15: Prince George's Arts and Culture Scene 34:19

13h ago34:19

34:19

Where are the best places to experience Prince George's art and culture scene? Not only is Prince George the basecamp to outdoor adventure, it's a hub for a vibrant arts and culture scene that's bursting with diverse talent. Tune in with our guest Eli Klasner, executive director of Studio 2880, as he uncovers the hidden gems that make Prince George…

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EP37: Colin Carson—Is Prince George BC's Best Adventure Destination? 51:52

2h ago51:52

51:52

I love domestic travel. Don’t get me wrong, I also like to get my passport stamped. But there’s something fun and cool about spending your vacation time locally or regionally. It’s fun because you don’t waste your days off travelling or recovering from jetlag. It’s cool because you can buck travel trends and mainstays for off-the-beaten track desti…

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Episode 14: Prince George's Paddleboard Thrills 33:11

29d ago33:11

33:11

Paddleboarding offers both breathtaking views and exhilarating adventures. Though it was the latter that drew semi-professional paddleboarder, Kimberley Kenyon, to the sport, it's the former that keeps her drawn to the water. Take a listen as Kimberley shares with us her favourite lakes and rivers to take her SUP. She also imparts important nuggets…

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EP36: Zane Buchanan—Connecting with Indigenous Tourism in Canada 47:05

27d ago47:05

47:05

It’s summer. Let’s go on vacation. But where? When you look for a tourism experience—what draws you in? An incredible adventure? A cultural connection? A chance to expand your mind? Maybe even do some good in the meanwhile? Well, today my guest is Zane Buchanan. Zane is the Creative Manager at the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada—a global l…

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Episode 13: Prince George's Mountain Biking 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

Where are the best trails to mountain bike in Prince George? There are over 300 mountain bike trails to explore, insane features to conquer and undulating paths to ride. We are joined by the founders of Gals N Gears who share the exact trails you need to check out, whether you're a beginner or advanced rider! Discover the friendliness of the commun…

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Episode 12: Prince George's Accessible Tourism 23:08

3M ago23:08

23:08

What does accessible tourism in Prince George look like? Accessible tourism means everyone walks through the same door. At Tourism Prince George that's something we want to champion, and working closely with organizations like Spinal Cord Injury BC (SCIBC) helps us move closer to ensuring tourism is accessible and inclusive. Heather Lamb, social wo…

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Episode 11: Prince George's Fellow Feathered Friends 40:04

4M ago40:04

40:04

Looking to have a ‘Big Year’? 🐦 Start off your birding adventure in Prince George! Listen in as self-proclaimed bird nerds Clive Keen (local author of Birding: A Flock of Irreverent Essays) and Dave Leman (PG Naturalist Club director) share the best spots to find all types of birds, from Long-billed Curlews to the American Redstart, on our latest e…

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EP35: Krista Halling & John Freeman—Better Adventures With Your Dog 51:39

4M ago51:39

51:39

Let's talk about dogs. We love them! Walks, cuddles, playing fetch... But what about travel and adventure with your dog? Have you boarded a plane with your pup? Embarked on a multi-day backpacking adventure? An epic road trip? If you're like most people, you likely look for a dog-sitter when you're travelling. But what if you changed your mindset a…

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Episode 10: Prince George's Food Scene 30:19

5M ago30:19

30:19

Where are the best places to eat in Prince George? While there are a lot of great spots to satisfy any tastebud, Thais Beattie content creator of @TastingPrinceGeorge, shares with us some of her favourite places to dine! Whether you're coming with family, on a solo-trip or a romantic getaway, tune in to find out some must-visit restaurants, cafes a…

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Episode 9: Prince George's Star Studded Skies 30:53

6M ago30:53

30:53

Where does the northern lights shine brightest in Prince George? Tune in to uncover the wonders of the night sky with Malhar Kendurkar, president of the Prince George Astronomical Society and founder of the Global Supernova Search Team. Kendurkar takes listeners on a journey of where to observe nighttime phenomena and how to know when the aurora bo…

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Episode 8: Prince George's Best Burgers 22:13

7M ago22:13

22:13

Where can you find the best burgers in Prince George? Countdown to the best burgers in the city with our guest, radio host of River Mornings, Clinton Herman. Tune in as we find out which savoury spots you should visit to grab the best patties around town! Guest: Clinton Herman, radio show host Tourism Prince George www.tourismpg.com Instagram Faceb…

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EP34: Dr. Saeid Mushtagh and Burgess Andre—Pine Pollen, Canada's Home-Grown Superfood 45:48

8M ago45:48

45:48

We’ve all heard the term “superfood” before. Often in relationship to things like acai, a berry native to south and central America, or coconut oil—maybe avocado. All of these foods, for Canadians anyway, would need to be imported. Such is the way… So, when I heard about a superfood that was being wild and sustainably harvested right here in Britis…

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Episode 7: Prince George's Fat Biking Adventures 29:12

8M ago29:12

29:12

What makes fat biking a great sport in Prince George? As a winter city, fat biking is an outdoor activity loved by many! Once the snow hits, you still have access to ride wonderful trails--winter-wonderland style! Join us as we take a ride with Gino Nava, Mountain Director at PG Cycling Club. He gives us the best tips on where to ride and spot wild…

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EP33: Michael Spivak and Daniel Mazour—We're Going for a Cold Plunge 48:40

9M ago48:40

48:40

It’s December. It’s cold. Do you want to warm up? Or do you want to get even colder? Colder than you’ve ever been? We’re talking up to your chin in ice cold. Fozen. And you’re doing it all for your mental and physical health. Welcome to the world of cold plunges. You may have seen it online lately. Folks submersing themselves in frigid H2O and clai…

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Episode 6: Prince George's Backcountry Skiing 27:26

9M ago27:26

27:26

Backcountry skiing is not for the faint heart, but it is for the thrill seeker! Jump into the wild world of backcountry skiing with our guests Jacob and Lindsay Mullen--husband and wife adventure seekers. They help us uncover all the cool spots to find fresh pow and make unforgettable memories--right here in Prince George--all while keep safety top…

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Episode 5: Prince George's Downtown 35:13

10M ago35:13

35:13

What can I do in downtown Prince George? Glad you asked! Because there's a lot! In this episode, Downtown Prince George's Executive Director Colleen Van Mook shares with us the vibrancy and diversity found in this part of the city. From markets, to bowling, niche grocery shops and so much more--we're looking at what you can do, where you can shop a…

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Episode 4: Prince George's Foraging Landscape 37:02

11M ago37:02

37:02

Is there a foraging tour in Prince George, BC? There absolutely is! Foraging in Prince George, BC is an all-season experience. Getting to know the roots--literally--of the place you're visiting, or live in, is a unique and special way to connect with the land. In this episode, Jen Cote the Nature Guide of Moose, Mushrooms and Mud, bridges her Indig…

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Episode 3: Prince George's Motorcycle Scene 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

Where are the best motorcycle routes around Prince George, BC? No matter your direction, you’ll find adventure on your motorcycle! In this episode, former Prince George Mayor and motorcycle enthusiast Lyn Hall helps us uncover the most incredible routes within reach--including Route 16. Prince George offers open highways, spectacular views and a so…

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Episode 2: Prince George's Golf Courses 33:42

1y ago33:42

33:42

Where's the best place to golf in Prince George, BC? Prince George has five golf courses. Each one has distinctive attributes. With the help of Blair Scott and Sam tenVeen--avid golfers from the local group No Name Golf--we discover which courses have the best and most challenging holes. Plus we're unlocking memories made on the greens, and which c…

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EP32: Anne Bouchard—Desire, Discipline and Trail Running 46:16

1y ago46:16

46:16

Welcome to episode 32 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. What drives you? What gets you out of bed in the morning? And how do you stay focussed on this passion so that it enhances all other aspects of your life? Well, today we’re talking to an expert in mindset, focus, desire, discipline—and trail running. Anne Bouchard is a The Nort…

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EP31: Alex Man and Melissa Stefaniw—Mountain Biking in Manitoba, Really? 40:39

1y ago40:39

40:39

When you think of a mountain biking destination in Canada, where comes to mind? Vancouver? Golden? Canmore? How about Neepawa, Dauphin and Minnedosa—all in Manitoba? Yes, it's true. Manitoba has a burgeoning mountain bike scene, with parks and trails popping up all over the province. Today, my guests are Alex Man and Melissa Stefaniw. Based near Da…

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EP30: Curtis Matwishyn—Let's Talk About Bears 1:03:46

1y ago1:03:46

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Welcome to episode 30 of Explore Magazine's "Live the Adventure" Podcast. Let's talk about bears. Those majestic, beautiful creatures that roam the wild lands of just about every region in Canada... Those apex predators who can be misunderstood and feared by humans... And who, due to habituation and encroachment, are every so often the subject of a…

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Episode 1: Prince George's Hiking Hot Spots 23:58

1y ago23:58

23:58

Where's the best place to hike in Prince George, BC? Take a listen, 'cause we've got the answers! Special thanks to professional hiking guide Meg Keir, owner of Guided by Adventure, for being our guest! Prince George is a hiker's haven. Whether you're a local or visiting, this episode has something for you! We're talking about the benefits of joini…

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Ep29: Sarah Cormode—Let's Talk About Ticks 47:30

1+ y ago47:30

47:30

Ticks. Lyme disease. Pathogens. Are you scared yet? Well, you don't need to be. Even active outdoor enthusiasts like us only need to be educated and aware—then we can stay tick safe! Today's conversation is with Sarah Cormode, from the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation. Sarah is a podcaster and has had the opportunity to speak with dozens of experts…

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Introducing: The Take on Prince George 1:50

1+ y ago1:50

1:50

Tourism Prince George has joined the podcasting world! Hosted by Tourism Prince George's CEO, Colin Carson, the 25- to 30-minute episodes will explore all that Prince George, BC has to offer! In each episode our local guests will takes us on a tour of what makes Prince George the basecamp to the North, a portal to endless adventure and a soft landi…

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EP28: Caroline Cote—An Expedition Across Antarctica 40:59

1+ y ago40:59

40:59

Today, my guest is Caroline Cote. And as I hit publish, she is (ideally) in the final week or so of a self-supported ski expedition across Antarctica to the South Pole. This is quite a leap from a self-described "shy little girl" who only got introduced to outdoor recreation in her 20s. But Caroline is nothing if not bold—this Quebec-based adventur…

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EP27: Mariele Guerrero—The True Nature of Expeditions 36:35

2y ago36:35

36:35

Let's talk about expeditions. Journeys. Adventures. Why do we do them? What is the purpose? And what do we hope to accomplish? Mariele Guerrero has some thoughts on all of this—and they may surprise you. Because the true nature of an expedition may come from within. Enjoy episode 27 with my guest, Mariele Guerrero!…

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EP26: Olivia Saray—Let's Talk About Dogs 41:16

2y ago41:16

41:16

We love dogs! As outdoor enthusiasts, dogs make the perfect partners. But how can we be the perfect partners right back? How can we ensure our pups live long and healthy lives? Today, my guest is Olivia Saray—she's a dog and cat nutrition specialist at Rolf C. Hagen. We're going to talk do's and don'ts, pet health, pet food and so much more. It's a…

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EP25: Mike Willie & Brenda Baptiste—Let's Talk Transformational Travel 47:29

2+ y ago47:29

47:29

Travel is back. After an unprecedented hiatus, we are once again becoming a nation of tourists. But what has changed? Have we grown to better appreciate the act of tourism, the act of connection with a new land or a new culture and the act of escaping one’s everyday life? Are we looking for travel that offers a rich experience and facilitates a dee…

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EP24: Rene Gauthier—ecologyst, and the future of apparel 40:07

2+ y ago40:07

40:07

Think about the clothes you're wearing. Where were they made? Who made them? For how long do you intend on owning them? Big questions that aren't always asked by many. Rene Gauthier is asking these questions. He is the CEO of a clothing company called "ecologyst." Based in Victoria, BC, ecologyst makes clothes onsite using only natural fibres with …

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EP23: Alan Dyer—Let's Explore the Cosmos 54:15

2+ y ago54:15

54:15

Let’s travel—far. Farther than any journey you could physically take. Let’s travel into the stars. I love the night sky. Stargazing is such an important part of the outdoor experience. Some of my best memories from camping trips past have been of a night sky lit up with stars and streaked with the milk way. Or northern lights. Comets. A planet seen…

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EP22: Kelsey Serwa—An Olympic Journey 49:05

2+ y ago49:05

49:05

So—the winter Olympics are coming up in February. Yeah, I know we just had one this summer. But this is the Winter games. Canada’s games! Ever wonder what it’s like to progress as an athlete toward the Olympics? To repeat and gain success with every games? Then to retire, and attempt to use those skills to forge a new path? Today, my guest is Kelse…

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EP21: Dianne Whelan—Six Years on the Trans-Canada Trail 1:13:33

3y ago1:13:33

1:13:33

Imagine moving between three oceans, all under your own power. For six years. Visiting hundreds of communities, seeing the wildest parts of a country. Connecting. Growing. Learning. This is what Dianne Whelan did for six years as she traversed the Trans-Canada Trail. Dianne just finished in August of 2021. What did she uncover about Canada, about i…

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EP20: Joel Hibbard — Guiding Storied Northern Rivers 38:03

3y ago38:03

38:03

Some 16 years ago, my mom gave me the book "Prisoners of the North," by Pierre Berton. I loved it. I became fascinated by Canada’s north, and knew I’d go there soon. In 2008, I crossed the Arctic Circle for the first time. Then again in 2010. Back in the Arctic in 2014, 2016 and 2017. (And I even squeezed another trip to Yukon in there too.) I’m a …

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EP19: Bruce Kirkby and Norm Hann—Let's Talk SUP 1:05:21

3+ y ago1:05:21

1:05:21

Ever wanted to walk on water? Well, the closest you’re likely to come is by stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). I love stand-up paddleboarding. I first tried it almost 10 years ago. I was hooked—although, to be honest, I’ve kept it fairly casual. I love the perspective it offers over the water. I love the relaxing, comfortable nature of the sport. And I…

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EP18: Benjamin Jordan—Paragliding with Monarch Butterflies 57:22

3+ y ago57:22

57:22

My guest today is Benjamin Jordan. Ben’s an adventure paraglider and filmmaker based in southeastern BC… Among many trips, he recently completed a flight expedition from the Mexican border, across the continental US, right up to Canada… Following the migration path of the monarch butterfly. He filmed this adventure for an upcoming documentary… Hopi…

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EP17: Izzy Lynch and Tessa Treadway—What is the MOTHERLOAD? 1:05:12

3+ y ago1:05:12

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What load do you carry? Is it, at times, too heavy to lift? How do you balance a yearning for adventure with what can seem like an ever-building load of responsibilities: parenthood, career, mental health… Do you ever look back to simpler times and wish you were there? And what role does outdoor adventure play in your personal growth, and perhaps t…

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EP16: Malindi Elmore — Canadian Olympian and Endurance Athlete 50:10

3+ y ago50:10

50:10

The new year is starting. So let’s talk about goals. Let’s talk about fitness. Let’s talk about what it takes to achieve at a high level for many years. Let’s talk about aging. And shoes, too. Today, my guest is Malindi Elmore. Malindi is a Canadian endurance athlete. She’s an Olympian, a teacher, a mom. She has reinvented herself numerous times, a…

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EP15: Mike Danks—Team Leader, North Shore Rescue 46:04

3+ y ago46:04

46:04

You're lost in the wilderness. You're scared. Maybe hurt? Who do you call? Well, if you're on the North Shore of Vancouver, BC, you call North Shore Rescue—the busiest search-and-rescue team in Canada. Today, I'm chatting with the team leader of NSR, Mike Danks. We discuss NSR's new docu-series on Knowledge Network (Search & Rescue: North Shore), h…

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EP14: Colin Angus — Around the World Adventures & Tech Startups 57:45

4y ago57:45

57:45

Let's talk about adventure. About first descents of rivers like the Amazon and the Yenisey. About a human-powered circumnavigation of the globe. About resilience and determination. And let's talk about what you can learn from such adventures. Where they can lead you—after you return home. Today, I'm on conversation with Colin Angus. Colin is an Exp…

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EP13: Colin Stein — The Past, Present and Future of Cycling 55:01

4y ago55:01

55:01

What is "active transportation?" What does it mean to you? Why are bikes more popular in 2020 than ever before? How can we make our cities and highways safer for all users—while contributing to a healthier populace and lowering our overall carbon footprint? Let's talk about bicycling with Colin Stein—Executive Director of the BC Cycling Coalition f…

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EP12: Brenda Baptiste on Indigenous Tourism in BC 39:06

4y ago39:06

39:06

Let's talk about context. Travelling deeper. Finding meaning within new experiences, and experiences you thought you knew. Today, I'm chatting with Brenda Baptiste, chair of the board of directors for Indigenous Tourism BC. ITBC is the organization that empowers Indigenous tourism operators around the province to achieve their potential. But what i…

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EP11: Kristeva Dowling—In Relationship to the Land 53:03

4y ago53:03

53:03

Have you ever dreamed of homesteading? Living off the land? Letting the rhythms of nature guide you? Chasing the seasons? That's exactly what my latest guest did. Kristeva Dowling is the author of "Chicken Poop for the Soul" and the subject of a new YouTube mini-documentary called "With the Land." Today, we talk about living as a creature of the fo…

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EP10: Tamara Jacobi—Becoming a Wildpreneur 48:32

4+ y ago48:32

48:32

By David Webb

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EP9: Jenn Smith Nelson on why Saskatchewan and Manitoba are "Way Beyond Wheat Fields" 51:25

4+ y ago51:25

51:25

By David Webb

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EP8: Jay Kennedy—Let's Go Geocaching 47:34

5y ago47:34

47:34

What if I told you there are treasures all around us? That you've walked by them without even knowing? What if I told you these treasures were constantly being hidden and found by a group of dedicated outdoor enthusiasts? Interested? Well, today our guest is Jay Kennedy—Director of Public Affairs and Communications for Geowoodstock XVIII. And we're…

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EP7: John Zada—In Search of the Sasquatch 52:04

5y ago52:04

52:04

Let's talk about the Sasquatch. Bigfoot. Whatever you want to call it. And in doing so, let's talk about wilderness. My guest today is John Zada. In this upcoming book, In the Valleys of the Noble Beyond, he searches for the Sasquatch in the Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia. What did he find? A lot, as it would turn out. Listen to learn mo…

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EP6: Kevin Callan—A Meaningful Algonquin Adventure 1:03:14

5+ y ago1:03:14

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Welcome to episode 6 of Explore Magazine’s Live the Adventure Podcast. Kevin Callan is one of Canada’s best-known outdoor personalities. You might know him better by his persona—The Happy Camper. He’s authored 18 books, has almost 17K subscribers on YouTube, is a blogger for Explore and a columnist for our print issue… among many other things. He h…

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EP5: Sandra Riches — Search, Rescue and Social Media 52:26

5+ y ago52:26

52:26

How do we stay safe in the outdoors? What precautions can we take to ensure we return as expected? And how can we help search and rescue teams track us down as efficiently as possible, if an incident does occur? Whether we want to talk about it or not, safety in the outdoors is a major priority. So today, we're talking to Sandra Riches, the executi…

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EP4: Josie Boulding and Ryan Stuart — How Five Minutes Can Add Five Years 46:46

5+ y ago46:46

46:46

“When you have your health, you have everything. When you do not have your health, nothing else matters at all.” Welcome to episode 4 of Explore Magazine’s Live the Adventure Podcast. As outdoor enthusiasts, fitness equals fun. The fitter you are, the farther you can hike, the longer you can ski, the higher you can climb. But then there is the ever…

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