Best Washington Heights Free Radio Podcasts (2024)

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The Birds, the Bees, and My Dad

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Howie Gordon starred in over a hundred porn films in the 70s and 80s under the name Richard Pacheco. But his greatest role was as a father. At StoryCorps, he talked with his son Bobby Gordon about sex, shame, and dirty movies.If you want to leave the StoryCorps Podcast a voicemail, call us at 702-706-TALK. Or email us at podcast@storycorps.org.Lear…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Holding On, Digging Out & Hanging Up

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In this hour, stories of the everyday moments that have lasting impacts. A fast-food chain giveaway, a perilous outing on the high seas and the emotional toll of being a customer care Agent for the USPS. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.An…

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Tonya Mosley Reckons with a Dark Family Story and Holds Tight to Hope in the Podcast She Has a Name 50:21

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Tonya Mosley's voice is familiar to millions of public radio listeners across the country. She co-hosted NPR's midday news show Here and Now for several years before becoming co-host of Fresh Air in 2022. Now, the award-winning audio journalist is taking listeners on a personal journey. Around two decades ago, Mosley was just at the start of her ca…

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A Spring Podcast Review/Preview

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The hit podcast series Serial is in the midst of a new season on Guantanamo Bay, ten years after the first season was released and became a smash success. Vulture podcast critic Nick Quah joins for a Review/Preview on what new podcasts he's listening to this Spring, the state of the podcast industry, and we take your recommendations. This segment i…

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"It felt like what community should be": The Free Black Women's Library 2:21

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Have you ever been to a space that feels like a home away from home? Maybe it's the coffee shop around the corner, or the dog park where everyone knows your and your pup's name. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of these treasures across the five boroughs. In this segment, we pay a visit to a space in Brooklyn devoted to showc…

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Here's how quickly a New Yorker can come to the brink of homelessness 4:48

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Colette Baird was counting down the 90 or so days until her eviction, with no idea where she would go next or how she’d afford it on her modest disability checks. Her landlord told her he was turning her first-floor unit in the Longwood section of the Bronx over to his daughter and wanted her out. In September 2023, the landlord won a court-ordered…

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568: Human Spectacle

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Gladiators in the Colosseum. Sideshow performers. Reality television. We've always loved to gawk at the misery or majesty of others. But this week, we ask the question: What's it like when the tables are turned and all eyes are on you? Prologue: Ira talks to Joel Gold, a psychologist and author, about a strangely common delusion known as the "Truma…

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Experiencing the Grief of Losing a Young Partner

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[REBROADCAST FROM March 25, 2024] Amy Lin was newly married when her husband collapsed suddenly while running a half-marathon, and died. In her new memoir, Here After, Lin writes about the grief of losing her partner at such a young age, and how she managed to continue on. Lin joins us to discuss the book as part of our series Mental Health Mondays…

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Author Emmeline Clein on the Complexities of Disordered Eating

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[REBROADCAST FROM March 11, 2024] Emmeline Clein's new collection of essays, Dead Weight, explores the writer's relationship with disordered eating, and provides a much-needed commentary on the historical, pop cultural and scientific approaches to the topic. We discuss the narratives so many women absorb about their body image and the dangerous pur…

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Memory and Forgetting

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Remembering is a tricky, unstable business. This hour: a look behind the curtain of how memories are made...and forgotten. The act of recalling in our minds something that happened in the past is an unstable and profoundly unreliable process--it’s easy come, easy go as we learn how true memories can be obliterated, and false ones added. Then, Olive…

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The Moth Podcast: Funnybone

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On this episode, we're going to have a little fun with the human body. We’ve got two stories all about bones and funnybones. Host: Michelle Jalowski Storytellers: Jason Schommer takes a sleep study… and dreams of Ricky Martin.Caroline Connolly learns a few unintended lessons from her mother. The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters…

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Nothing To Do With Love

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Host Meg Wolitzer presents two unconventional love stories, one classic, one contemporary, that avoid the usual tropes of “meet cute,” “opposites attract,” or “happily ever after” but are still engaging. In “Love in the Slump,” by Evelyn Waugh, clueless upper-crust newlyweds are sent on a comic odyssey. The reader is Jane Kaczmarek. And Esther Yi’s…

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Storytelling through Shared Song with Chinatown Records

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Chinatown Records 華埠錄音 is a project from DJ, cultural organizer and oral historian Rochelle Hoi-Yiu Kwan, aka YiuYiu 瑶瑶. What began with the inheritance of her father's records and tapes has grown into a collection that spans the 1920s to the 2000s as well as various community engagement projects. Through Chinatown Records 華埠錄音, Kwan leads listenin…

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Leila Mottley's Debut Poetry Collection

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Celebrated young writer Leila Mottley has followed up her debut novel with her debut poetry collection. She joins us to discuss Woke Up No Light, and read some poems in honor of National Poetry Month. This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

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The Institutions of a 'Lost New York'

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New York is always changing. As a result, buildings, institutions, and cultural spaces that were considered iconic in their time can sometimes be lost. A new exhibition at the New York Historical Society explores iconic places of a Lost New York, from the original Penn Station, to the Hippodrome Theatre, to the old Met Opera House. Wendy Nālani E. …

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Amor Towles' New Short Story Collection, 'Table For Two'

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Best-selling author Amor Towles (The Lincoln Highway, A Gentleman in Moscow), has just published a new short story collection, Table For Two, featuring six stories he wrote in the last ten years that are set in New York around the turn of the millennium. The book also includes a novella following Evelyn Ross, a character from Towles' first novel, R…

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How 3 organizations are rewriting the narrative around waste in NYC 4:40

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Every day in New York City and the region, a whole lot of stuff finds its way into landfills, from leftovers of yesterday's meals to scraps of fabric in fashion designer studios, even vibrant flowers that remain unsold at the corner store. But various organizations are working to re-shape the city's relationship with waste. This Earth Day, WNYC's C…

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My Way

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In "My Way," the new season of the StoryCorps podcast— stories from people who found a rhythm all their own and confidently marched to it their whole lives. Our first episode features a graduate of Hamburger University, one man's remarkably brave appearance on conservative radio in the 1990s, a New Yorker who took his mugger out to dinner, and more…

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The Moth Radio Hour: How You See Me

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In this hour, stories of how we see ourselves, the perceptions of others, and the often gaping chasm in between. The struggle to prove oneself, challenge a stereotype, keep up appearances, and finally discover what really fits. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, the producer of this show. Storytellers:Enrique García Naranj…

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A Queens bookshop reflects the diversity of Jackson Heights through literature 3:06

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Have you ever been to a space that instantly puts you at ease, away from the daily grind of life? Maybe that's a pocket park or quaint coffee shop in your neighborhood. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of these treasures across the five boroughs. In this segment, we visit a Queen's bookshop that exclusively sells BIPOC litera…

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A Memoir About Living as a Sociopath (Mental Health Mondays)

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From the time Patric Gagne was a kid, she knew there was something about her that was different from other kids. Later, she was diagnosed a sociopath. Gagne decided to work to destigmatize that diagnosis, and even became a therapist. She joins us to discuss her new book, Sociopath: A Memoir, as part of our series Mental Health Mondays. *This segmen…

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How to 'Green' Your Life

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In honor of Earth Day, we discuss ways to use less energy, create less waste and "green" your life with Wirecutter sustainability editor Katie Okamoto. Plus, we take your calls. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

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A Graphic Memoir About an Environmental Advocate

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A new graphic memoir follows the life of Eddie Ahn, an environmental justice lawyer and activist fighting for diverse communities in San Francisco. Many of the people Ahn represents are facing the catastrophic effects of Californian wildfires, drought, climate change and economic inequality. Ahn joins us to discuss his new book, Advocate: A Graphic…

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An Investigative Journalist Is Rocked By the ‘Inconceivable Truth’ Of His Own Identity 46:47

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In this episode, we share the first part of the new podcast series Inconceivable Truth. It’s hosted by WNYC reporter Matt Katz, who has been searching for his biological father since he was a little kid. But it wasn’t until Matt was in his 40s that he realized he was on the wrong journey altogether. The true story is wrapped in confusion and secrec…

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A Cartoon Character's Big Move — Or Not? 9:51

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The beloved children's show "Bluey" recently aired a special episode that threw some fans for a loop. Listeners call in to talk about the controversial episode, and whether they thought it missed the mark or held some important life lessons.

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Small Potatoes

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An ode to the small, the banal, the overlooked things that make up the fabric of our lives.Most of our stories are about the big stuff: important or dramatic events, big ideas that transform the world around us or inspire conflict and struggle and change. But most of our lives, day by day or hour by hour, are made up of … not that stuff. Most of ou…

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'Las Borinqueñas' Tells the True Story of Unethical Contraceptive Testing in Puerto Rico

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In the 1950s, American doctor Gregory Pincus concocted a plan to test out his new contraceptive pill on Puerto Rican women, without warning them of the potential risks. A new play from Nelson Diaz-Marcano draws inspiration from that story to highlight the lives of five women who become involved with the trial. Diaz-Marcano and director Rebecca Apar…

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Honoring Pearl Bowser's Contributions to Black Cinema at BAM

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Pearl Bowser was an early expert in Black cinema, and helped uncover and shed light on the work of early Black filmmakers. A new retrospective at the Brooklyn Academy of Music seeks to honor her legacy. BAM president Gina Duncan joins us to discuss, The Boom Is Really An Echo: Selections from the Pearl Bowser Media Collection, alongside Pearl's dau…

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A Beloved Lebanese Cookbook Gets an Update 50 Years Later (Food for Thought)

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A little over 50 years ago, the original Lebanese Cuisine cookbook was published by Madelain Farah, featuring her mother's recipes from Lebanon. Though it was long before Middle Easter cuisine became popular in the United States, the book became a beloved hit with home cooks. Decades later, Farah's daughter has given the cookbook an update, with ne…

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Best American Short Stories 2021 with Jesmyn Ward

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Guest host Jane Kaczmarek presents two stories from the Best American Short Stories 2021 anthology selected by guest editor Jesmyn Ward. Both involve adolescents facing displacement or rejection, but the stories are set in very different environments: One takes place in a surreal, Soviet-occupied Afghanistan, and one inside a junior high school in …

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War - Low Rider

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The band War formed in 1969, in Long Beach, California. “Low Rider” is from their 1975 album Why Can’t We Be Friends? The song was a hit as soon as it came out. It went to #1 on the Billboard R&B charts. And it’s just had tremendous lasting power ever since. Besides being in Dazed and Confused, where I heard it, it’s been sampled by The Beastie Boy…

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How To Read/Write Poetry

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This Poetry Month, we want to explore poetry as a process, which consists of both writing, and reading poetry. Poet Uchenna Nduka, who teaches poetry at The New School, explains how poetry makes use of the inherent musicality of language to elevate feelings and observations about the world, and how looking both inward and outward are important piec…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Sink or Swim

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In this hour, stories of diving in—whether we want to or not. In a job, in a relationship, or into the unknown. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Surgeon Anthony Chin-Quee finds himself in over his head during his first day o…

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'It's so unique. There's nothing like it': A stroll through Sylvan Terrace 3:35

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Have you ever stumbled upon a place in a neighborhood that left you full of joy, wonder or excitement? Think indie bookstore with an inspiring poetry night, or a beautiful garden sandwiched between big apartment buildings? WNYC's Community Partnerships desk is highlighting some neighborhood gems across the five boroughs. In this segment, we explore…

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'It's a rainbow of images and colors and individual expression': A visit to Freeman Alley 3:43

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From hidden gardens to family run bakeries, New York City boasts a variety of neighborhood gems. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of these treasures across the five boroughs. In this segment, we explore an alley on Manhattan's Lower East Side, renowned for its vibrant and impactful street art. The transcript of this segment h…

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The Distance of the Moon

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In an episode we last featured on our Radiolab for Kids Feed back in 2020, and in honor of its blocking out the Sun for a bit of us for a bit last week, in this episode, we’re gonna talk more about the moon. According to one theory, (psst listen to The Moon Itself if you want to know more) the moon formed when a Mars-sized chunk of rock collided wi…

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The cost of groceries and immigration: Voters share what's on their minds this election year 7:08

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Believe it or not, Election Day is just more than 200 days away. As part of our election coverage, WNYC is transforming some laundromats across the New York metro area into hubs for civic engagement. These are a few insights we've gathered from people between wash cycles in March as part of our 'Suds and Civics' initiative. Your voice matters! Even…

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The Moth Podcast: River City

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On this episode, two stories from the Louisville StorySLAMs. Host: Alex Román Peters Storytellers: Ethan Sweetland-May learns about hunting from his grandfather Trevor Nourse gets lost in a cave If you’d like to share your own story, or would just love to hear some incredible live storytelling, check out a Story Slam near you: https://themoth.org/e…

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Episode 3 - Three Wise Guys - Away in a Manger? 29:41

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HEAR PLAY Audio Theatre's presents THREE WISE GUYS by Scott Alan Evans & Jeffrey Couchman Based on stories "Dancing Dan's Christmas" and "The Three Wise Guys" by DAMON RUNYON Episode 3: Away in a Manger? So after another narrow escape, our three guys are, at last, on their way to P.A. But what is it that awaits them there? And why is The Dutchman s…

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Episode 1 Three Wise Guys - The Story Begins - Christmas Eve 28:59

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HEAR PLAY Audio Theatre's presents THREE WISE GUYS by Scott Alan Evans & Jeffrey Couchman Based on stories "Dancing Dan's Christmas" and "The Three Wise Guys" by DAMON RUNYON EPISODE 1: The Story Begins - Christmas Eve It’s 1932 in New York City. The Depression is still with us and times are hard. On top of that, prohibition is still in force, so o…

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Episode 2 - Three Wise Guys - Holiday Cheer in Great Neck 29:57

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HEAR PLAY Audio Theatre's presents THREE WISE GUYS by Scott Alan Evans & Jeffrey Couchman Based on stories "Dancing Dan's Christmas" and "The Three Wise Guys" by DAMON RUNYON Episode 2: Holiday Cheer in Great Neck It was certainly a good thing that Dancing Dan decided to try on The Dutchman’s Santa Claus suit when he did. Otherwise who knows what H…

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Episode 3 - Triangle Factory Fire Project - The Defense. The Verdict 27:20

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Hear Play Audio Theatre's premiere offering: THE TRIANGLE FACTORY FIRE PROJECT by Christopher Piehler & Scott Alan Evans EPISODE 3 - THE DEFENSE. THE VERDICT. THE ARTISTS: JEREMY BECK, NORA CHESTER, FRANCESCA DI MAURO, JEFFREY C. HAWKINS, JACK KOENIG, MAIRIN LEE, ALLAN LOKOS, VICTORIA MACK, JOHN PLUMPIS, & TONY ROACH. Series Host: SIMON JONES Addit…

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Episode 2 - Triangle Factory Fire Project - Charities Pier. The Trial Begins 35:55

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HEAR PLAY Audio Theatre's premiere offering: THE TRIANGLE FACTORY FIRE PROJECT by Christopher Piehler & Scott Alan Evans EPISODE 2 - CHARITIES PIER. THE TRIAL BEGINS. THE ARTISTS: JEREMY BECK, NORA CHESTER, FRANCESCA DI MAURO, JEFFREY C. HAWKINS, JACK KOENIG, MAIRIN LEE, ALLAN LOKOS, VICTORIA MACK, JOHN PLUMPIS, & TONY ROACH. Series Host: SIMON JON…

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Episode 1 - Triangle Factory Fire Project - The Strike (1909). The Fire (1911) 49:06

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HEAR PLAY Audio Theatre's premiere offering: THE TRIANGLE FACTORY FIRE PROJECT by Christopher Piehler & Scott Alan Evans EPISODE 1 The Strike (1909). The Fire (1911) The Triangle Waist Company was one of New York City’s largest garment factories of its day. Located in the ten story Ashe Building just off Washington Square in downtown Manhattan, Tri…

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