Best Asher Pandjiris Podcasts (2024)

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Chronic Illness, Orthorexia, and Alternative Medicine with Asher Pandjiris 39:15

1h ago39:15

39:15

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Psychotherapist Asher Pandjiris joins us to discuss their experience with chronic illness and “autoimmune diets,” why they were attracted to naturopaths and other alternative-medicine providers, the role of values in people’s attraction to wellness culture…

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Turning Compassion Towards Ourselves with Asher Pandjiris 48:31

2d ago48:31

48:31

In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Asher Pandjiris—a powerful psychotherapist, ketamine-assisted therapy provider, and co-director of the Kintsugi Therapy Collective. Asher’s work is all about compassionate, trauma-informed care for folks navigating chronic illness, the LGBTQIA+ community, and care workers. Their podcast, Living in This Queer…

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Being Who You Are for A Living with Xenia Viray 46:18

26m ago46:18

46:18

In this episode, I’m joined by Xenia Viray, a multi-dimensional artist, heart healer, and creator of Myths of Creation, a platform dedicated to imagination healing. Xenia’s work is all about helping people connect with their most authentic selves and uncover the potential in their lives. We dive into topics like building self-trust, balancing struc…

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Harnessing Ancestral Wisdom In Our Soul Work with Jumakae 50:22

2h ago50:22

50:22

In this episode of Business Witch, I’m joined by June Kaewsith, known as Jumakae—a life doula, wellness consultant, and storytelling guide. Jumakae’s work centers on guiding individuals, particularly those from marginalized communities, back to their ancestral roots through storytelling, healing, and creative retreats. Together, we explore powerful…

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From Anti-Vax “Crunchy Mom” to Public-Health Nurse with Lydia Greene 33:25

2h ago33:25

33:25

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Former anti-vaccine “crunchy mom” and current public-health nurse Lydia Greene joins us to discuss why she was susceptible to anti-vax messaging despite having a science background, how and why she developed orthorexia, how a chronic digestive disorder mad…

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Sugar and Health: A Deep Dive Into the Science 8:45

2d ago8:45

8:45

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this solo episode, Christy discusses the evidence on sugar and health—specifically what the science really says about the links between sugar and the risk of various chronic diseases, as well as the inherent limitations of the data. Plus, in honor of Ha…

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Business Skills That Will Stand the Test of Time (And the Algorithm) 56:32

9d ago56:32

56:32

In this solo episode, I dive into tried and true business techniques that will support your sanity while making you a profit regardless of if it is an election year or if Meta goes out of business. This episode includes prompts for your continued reflection including: 1. What are your strengths? 2. Where do you need support? 3. Is this a "problem" …

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Intuition, Wellness Misinformation, and the Importance of Analytical Thinking with Gordon Pennycook 34:27

9d ago34:27

34:27

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Cognitive psychologist Gordon Pennycook explains the psychological reasons we fall for misinformation, conspiracy theories, and general bullshit (a technical term!). We discuss why people with an analytical cognitive style tend to be more skeptical of alte…

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The Magic of Cold Pitching with Uli Beutter Cohen 41:24

24d ago41:24

41:24

In this episode of Business Witch, I’m thrilled to chat with my dear friend Uli Beutter Cohen, creator of Subway Book Review and author of Between the Lines. With over 20 years in the arts, Uli has helped countless creators and companies express their full potential, blending her expertise in business, entertainment, and personal growth. We dive in…

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Intuitive Cooking, Diet-Culture Recovery, and a New Relationship to Fitness with Julia Turshen 44:37

16d ago44:37

44:37

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com New York Times bestselling cookbook author Julia Turshen joins us to discuss intuitive cooking and how it relates to intuitive eating, how diet-culture recovery has influenced her approach to cooking and recipe writing, learning to accept that not every me…

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Geopolitical Astrology of 2024 Part 2 with Torrence Tremayne 1:12:43

23d ago1:12:43

1:12:43

We’re joined once again by Torrence Tremayne, a brilliant archetypal astrologer with over 15 years of experience. Torrence’s practice blends Jungian and mythopoetic traditions with storytelling, making his astrological insights both profound and accessible. In this episode, we explore the geopolitical astrology of 2024, unpacking potential U.S. pol…

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Escaping Diet and Wellness Culture with Shana Minei Spence 30:49

23d ago30:49

30:49

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Registered dietitian and author Shana Minei Spence joins us to discuss how a career in fashion affected her relationship with food and her body, her experience with a holistic provider who recommended elimination diets, how values and social norms influenc…

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Challenging Western Medicine and Entrepreneurship in A Chronic Body With Rebecca Mass-Krajewski 49:10

1M ago49:10

49:10

In this episode of Business Witch, I welcome Rebecca Mass-Krajewski, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of The EDS Clinic. Rebecca shares her journey of becoming a "medical detective" after facing her own health challenges and specializes in treating complex chronic illnesses. We explore her unique approach to healthcare, focus…

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Sometimes You Need a Break from Your Brain 2:30

1M ago2:30

2:30

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this solo episode, Christy discusses how evidence-based mind-body practices like yoga and meditation can be essential for balancing overactive minds, helping us shift out of our intellects and into different modes of being—but they can also act as a gat…

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How To Get The Patriarchy Out of Your Business 35:18

2M ago35:18

35:18

In this solo episode, I dive into how I rebuilt my business after leaving a toxic coaching system. I share the process behind creating my ethical, consent-based sales method and why centering people over profit is key to sustainable success. It’s time to rethink business through a feminist lens, breaking free from toxic practices and focusing on wh…

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Exposing the Dangers of MLMs in Diet and Wellness Culture with Kat Garcia-Benson 37:00

2M ago37:00

37:00

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Registered dietitian Kat Garcia-Benson joins us to discuss the multilevel marketing (MLM) industry and its connection to diet and wellness culture, her experience of getting recruited to an MLM as a new dietitian, how she eventually got out, why she shifte…

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Creativity as a Tool For Collective Liberation with Neghar Fonooni 50:22

2M ago50:22

50:22

In this episode, we welcome Neghar Fonooni, a multimedia artist, tarot reader, and “word witch” with a passion for collective liberation. Neghar blends writing, illustration, and tarot to inspire, embodying her anti-capitalist values and “sloth life” approach to intentional, slow living. The episode explores creativity as a tool for collective libe…

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Why Smart People Fall for Wellness Misinformation (Part 1) 9:42

2M ago9:42

9:42

In this solo episode, Christy shares the first in what has become a multi-part series about why bright, analytical minds are often susceptible to wellness woo. Get full show notes and references here. Christy's second book, The Wellness Trap, is available wherever books are sold! Order it online or ask for it in your favorite local bookstore. This …

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Making Six Figures in Alignment With Your Values with Hannah Demuth 42:47

2M ago42:47

42:47

In this episode of Business Witch, I sit down with somatic mentor Hannah Demuth, founder of High Vibrations. Hannah shares her story of transitioning from real estate to coaching, where she now helps clients connect with their bodies and intuition to create aligned, fulfilling lives. We dive into the coaching industry, ethical business practices, a…

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Fighting Mental-Health Misinformation and Wellness Pseudoscience with Jonathan Stea 37:45

2M ago37:45

37:45

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Clinical psychologist, author, and science communicator Jonathan Stea joins us to discuss why there’s such a huge market for pseudoscientific mental-health practices, the truth about diets for mental health, how to recognize misinformation and develop scie…

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I Was in an Abusive Relationship...with My Coach 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

In this episode of Business Witch, I share about being in an abusive relationship with a former coach. This episode discusses themes of gaslighting, emotional manipulation, and abuse. Please use discretion as you listen. The beginning of the episode includes red flags to look for to protect yourself in coaching relationships. Please remember the bo…

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The Wellness to Woo Pipeline, and the Kids in the Long Shadow of Clean Eating with Laura Thomas (Repost) 1:00:33

2M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

Nutritionist and author Laura Thomas joins us to discuss what it’s like for kids living in the long shadow of “clean eating,” the “almond mom” trend on TikTok, the "wellness to woo pipeline," how parents and caregivers can let go of wellness-culture beliefs about food for themselves and their kids, and more. Laura Thomas is an anti-diet Registered …

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How Healing Is Like Entrepreneurship with Rachel Gofman 41:00

3M ago41:00

41:00

In this episode of Business Witch, I’m thrilled to introduce Rachel Goffman, a doctor of physical therapy and mind-body pelvic pain coach. Rachel shares how she helps women heal from chronic pelvic pain through an integrative mind-body approach, informed by her own healing journey. We discuss the importance of this approach, the parallels between h…

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How Industry Influence Threatens Scientific Integrity – Insights from Joel Lexchin 29:03

3M ago29:03

29:03

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Medical doctor and pharmaceutical-policy researcher Joel Lexchin joins us to discuss the impact of industry sponsorship on medical research, why merely disclosing these financial conflicts of interest is not enough (and may not be accurate or complete), so…

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Yoga and Social Justice with Tejal Patel 43:00

3M ago43:00

43:00

In today’s episode, I’m excited to chat with Tejal Patel, the inspiring yoga instructor and wellness advocate behind Tejal Yoga. With over a decade of experience, Tejal is dedicated to making yoga inclusive, accessible, and diverse. In our conversation, we explore mindfulness, body positivity, and the intersection of yoga and social justice. Tejal …

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Repost: How to Fight Wellness Misinformation and Counter Conspiracy Theories with Seema Yasmin 48:31

3M ago48:31

48:31

Journalist and medical doctor Seema Yasmin joins us to discuss why misinformation and conspiracy theories about health and wellness are so alluring; how to recognize and fight back against false claims; the difference between misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation; holding the two truths that science is one of the best tools we have for…

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Is Alcohol Really Unsafe At Any Dose? 6:29

3M ago6:29

6:29

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about whether light drinking is really as risky as some wellness influencers make it out to be, and shares some ways to explore your relationship with alcohol. The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. L…

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My Money Coach Gina Knox Will Change your Life 52:24

3M ago52:24

52:24

Welcome back to Business Witch! I’m thrilled to introduce Gina Knox, my financial coach who excels in helping entrepreneurs with variable incomes. In this episode, we cover the essentials: distinguishing between business and personal growth years, tackling financial challenges, and understanding the emotional side of money. Tune in for Gina’s insig…

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Body Image: What the Evidence Really Says, with Charlotte Markey 42:34

3M ago42:34

42:34

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Psychologist and body-image researcher Charlotte Markey joins us to discuss myths and misinformation about body image, how chronic illness and pain affect perceptions of our bodies, the body positivity vs. body neutrality debate, the potential body-image h…

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The Geopolitical Astrology of 2024 1:01:13

4M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

In today’s episode of Business Witch, I welcome Torrence Tremayne, a renowned astrologer celebrated for his precise political predictions. Torrence delves into the impact of significant transits, such as the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction, on the 2024 presidential race, sharing his insights and forecasts for the upcoming election. Connect with Torrence…

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Repost: The Harms of Social Media, and Giving Up a Career as a Fitness Influencer with Mary Jelkovsky 1:01:22

4M ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Author and podcaster Mary Jelkovsky joins us to discuss her history as a fitness influencer starting at age 16, and how it triggered and exacerbated her eating disorder; how social media algorithms drive us toward extreme diet and wellness content; why and how Christy took a huge step back from social media, and why Mary is contemplating doing the …

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Why IgG Tests Don't Work, and the Truth About Glyphosate in Food 4:48

4M ago4:48

4:48

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers audience questions about IgG tests for food sensitivity, glyphosate in food, recent headlines about chemicals in baby wipes and tampons, and whether you really need to avoid dairy for acne. The full version of this episode is for paid subsc…

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Being a Professional Slut with Gabriela Herstik 35:41

4M ago35:41

35:41

In today's episode of Business Witch, I welcome Gabriela Herstik, an acclaimed author, tarot deck creator, and the host of the Love, Lust & Magick podcast. Together, we explore Gabriela’s unique journey as a modern witch, sex worker, and creative force. Gabriela shares her insights on de-stigmatizing sex work, integrating spirituality with sexualit…

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How Alternative Medicine Can Harm Your Health with Family Doctor Brad McKay 36:43

4M ago36:43

36:43

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Family doctor and science communicator Brad McKay joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about alternative medicine, chronic fatigue, Peter Attia, wellness IV drips, how placebos can actually cause harm, and more. Behind the paywall, we talk about the we…

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When Researching a New Health Condition Becomes a Hobby 3:12

4M ago3:12

3:12

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, we discuss the experience of getting a new diagnosis, and the insatiable curiosity, vulnerability to misinformation, and identity shifts that often go along with it. This episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to a free preview here…

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A Love Letter To My Business After The Passing of My Father 32:19

4M ago32:19

32:19

In this deeply personal episode of Business Witch, I open up about my recent experiences navigating the passing of my father while maintaining and nurturing my business. This raw and honest conversation explores how to differentiate between necessary rest and avoidance, the importance of community support, and finding strength in vulnerability. The…

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Repost: Cooking Without Wellness Rules and How Social Media Is Like Diet Culture with Julia Turshen 50:39

4M ago50:39

50:39

Cookbook author Julia Turshen joins us to discuss her history with an eating disorder and how orthorexic thinking showed up in her work, how a loved one’s boundary on diet talk helped her realize her relationship with food was problematic, how letting go of diet and wellness rules changed her cooking, how social media is like diet culture and how s…

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A 7-figure 1 on 1 Practice with My Coach Lacey Sites 51:20

4M ago51:20

51:20

In this episode of Business Witch, I speak with Lacey Sites, my exceptional business coach who specializes in one-on-one coaching and partnership models. Lacey shares her journey from her dream job to building a seven-figure business through personalized coaching. She provides insights into the importance of value alignment, the integration of mind…

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Social Media and Kids' Mental Health: A Critical Look at the Evidence, with Melinda Wenner Moyer 37:05

4M ago37:05

37:05

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Science and parenting journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer joins us to discuss the real risks of social media and smartphones for kids (and all of us), what the popular book THE ANXIOUS GENERATION gets wrong about the science on teens and technology, the simila…

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The Business of Astrology with KJ Atlas 49:50

4M ago49:50

49:50

In this episode of Business Witch, I speak with KJ Atlas, a professional astrologer specializing in business, location, and love astrology. KJ shares her journey from working in an agency job to becoming a full-time astrologer in 2019. She provides valuable insights into the nuances of astrology, the misconceptions people have, and the importance o…

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Repost: Why Wellness Sells - the Benefits and Harms of Wellness Culture with Colleen Derkatch 52:08

4M ago52:08

52:08

Author and rhetoric professor Colleen Derkatch joins us to discuss why wellness sells (and her new book by that name), how wellness culture promises an alternative to the biomedical/pharmaceutical model but fails to deliver, why it’s important to acknowledge that certain aspects of wellness culture are helpful to people even as we critique its harm…

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How to Actually Create Clients on Social Media with Hayley Lloyd 49:15

5M ago49:15

49:15

In this episode of Business Witch, I speak with Hayley Lloyd, an authority and marketing coach, who shares her insights on building feminine authority, balancing inner and outer authority, and signing high-ticket clients. We discuss the evolution of authority, the impact of patriarchal norms, and the importance of authenticity in authority building…

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Taming Your Ambition Monster, Healing from Overwork, and the Role of "Practical Woo" with Jennifer Romolini 32:38

5M ago32:38

32:38

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Jenn Romolini, author of AMBITION MONSTER, joins us to discuss how ambition and overwork affected her well-being, why workaholism is often a response to trauma, why she developed an eating disorder as a teenager (and the specific personality trait that hel…

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2 Weird Food Rules I Don’t Follow Anymore (and 4 Other Principles I Try to Live By) 7:12

5M ago7:12

7:12

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about the food rules she stopped following—and shares four food-related principles she tries to practice. The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to the first question here, and sign up for a pa…

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The Making of a Tarot Deck with Cat Pierce 35:11

5M ago35:11

35:11

In this episode of Business Witch, we welcome multimedia artist Cat Pierce, creator of The Wandering Star Tarot deck. Cat shares her journey of creating the tarot deck over eight years, her inspirations, and the process of learning tarot as she designed it. We also discuss Cat’s beauty line, which she handcrafts herself, and her approach to balanci…

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Challenging Diet and Wellness Misinformation While Holding Space for People to Evolve with Jess Steier 43:10

5M ago43:10

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Jessica Steier of The Unbiased Science Podcast joins us to discuss the need for empathy and bridge-building in science communication, why she’s critical of restrictive diets and other wellness trends while holding space for their proponents to evolve (and …

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Do You Really Need a Gluten-Free Diet for These Autoimmune Conditions? 9:33

5M ago9:33

9:33

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about going autoimmune diets and celiac disease, and there’s a bonus one for paid subscribers about going gluten-free for an autoimmune thyroid condition. Become a paid subscriber to hear the whole thing! Get full show …

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Weight-Loss-Industry Influence in "Obesity" Research with Alexis Conason 37:44

5M ago37:44

37:44

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Psychologist Alexis Conason joins us to discuss her background in “obesity” research, how she came to question the conventional weight paradigm and move to a weight-neutral approach, the industry influence behind the American Medical Association’s decision…

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Why Women Should Be Wealthy with Ashley Feinstein Gerstley 35:54

5M ago35:54

35:54

Welcome back to another episode of the Business Witch podcast! Today, I’m thrilled to have Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, founder and CEO of The Fiscal Femme, join us. Ashley shares her wisdom on why it’s crucial for women to be wealthy, discussing how societal norms and early money memories shape our financial behaviors. Ashley also offers actionable …

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From Therapy to Coaching for Emotional Intelligence with Topsie VandenBosch 45:55

5M ago45:55

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Emotional Intelligence & Business Mindset Coach Topsie VandenBosch joins us in today's episode to discuss the critical role of mental health and emotional intelligence for business owners. Topsie tells us about her transition from therapist to mindset coach and consultant, highlighting the significance of creating psychological safety in the workpl…

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