Best Cargo Cult Podcasts (2024)

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Who Needs Arms 1:25:53

3h ago1:25:53

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Thousands of unionized workers at Samsung, the world’s largest memory chipmaker, are striking against the company’s refusal to dialogue. Demands include a 3.5% base rate increase, paid leave for the date of union establishment, compensation for loss of wages during the strike, and transparency into the incentive-based bonus system. The union has ab…

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Cargo Cults With Harmony McElligott 53:16

10h ago53:16

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During World War 2 many Indigenous people of the South Pacific witnessed the abundance of the military supply chain. Once the war ended the West packed up and left. Soon after, multiple different native groups began to worship in a peculiar way. Harmony's Instagram: @harmonymcelligott striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: britannica.…

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PoliEdPod 10: The Cargo Cult of Woke (w/ Christian Parenti)

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Christian Parenti talks with Class Unity about the “compatible left”, so-called Wokeness, contemporary politics, and institutions like the CIA. Parenti is the author of “Radical Hamilton” (2020) and “Tropic of Chaos” (2011). You can find his article here: https://catalyst-journal.com/2024/06/… You can find Class Unity here: https://classunity.org P…

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Two Huge Days 45:57

10h ago45:57

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One might not think there is no link Between July 4th, 1776 and July 14th, 1997 but there most definitely is. These are two of the most important days in American history. Both events are full of heroes, but one stands above them all. His name, Cameron Poe. Shop Raw Dog Captain Tee: https://fridaybeers.shop/products/raw-dog-captain-tee striderwilso…

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When Google Met Wikileaks 1:18:40

7d ago1:18:40

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We explore the secret 2011 meeting between then-Google CEO Eric Schmidt and then-on-house-arrest Julian Assange and consider how the internet has changed the relationship between people and the corporate state. We also talk about brat summer and the Council on Foreign Relations. Photo: Eric Schmidt & Jared Cohen Transcript of 2011 Meeting: https://…

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The Greedy Lumaluma 30:30

4d ago30:30

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Myths and legends are a wonderful way to explore other cultures. Despite how different the details may be the underlying human values are pretty consistent across the globe. In this episode Strider explores a whale that takes the shape of man, but keeps that whale of an appetite. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Myths, Legends &…

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Cypherpunk Wikifreaks 55:01

14d ago55:01

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We talk about Julian Assange's plea deal, the "censorship pyramid," encryption as resistance, an NSA patent Assange found in 1999, Hillary Clinton's Russian Wikileaks, the CIA being able to hack into Apple and Android cellphones, and more. TW: Cenk Uygur's voice at 7:30 ish. Photo: Julian Assange Assange’s 2006 Blog Post: https://cryptome.org/iq-or…

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Matthew Henson "The Kind One" 34:58

19d ago34:58

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Known as the kind one by the Inuits, Matthew Henson not only accompanied Admiral Robert Peary, but was every bit as much of an explorer if not more! Was Matthew Henson the first man to set directly on the North Pole? You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right, and the c…

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Apple Pai 52:25

26d ago52:25

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Apple's launching a new set of generative AI tools and making privacy promises about integrating with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Elon Musk is OpenAI's #1 hater, and also bad at dating. Grok needs a new name probably.By Cargo Cult

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Gone In 60 Seconds Was Sick 33:09

26d ago33:09

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This Jerry Bruckheimer masterpiece directed by Dominic Sena was released in June 24 years ago. Strider relieves some of the most epic lines and moments form the film while diving into some of the rare 4 wheel beauties featured in the the film. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: timeanddate.com, onthisday.com, imdb.com, britannica.…

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PoliEdPod 9: Michael Heinrich on Reading Marx

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Michael Heinrich talks to Class Unity about Marx’s Capital, Politics, and the contemporary Left.By Class Unity

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History's Most Powerful Couple 36:57

1M ago36:57

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Kings, queens, scientists, revolutionaries they all need love. Which couple held the most sway in their era? patreon.com/striderwilson striderwilson.com Sources: nationalgeographic.com ‘Who were history's top ten, red-hot power couples?’ by Amy Briggs 2019, historycooperative.org, history.com, britannica.com, kids.britannica.com…

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AI Warfare Conference 1:04:00

1M ago1:04:00

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We watch 20 hours of the two-day "AI Expo for National Competitiveness" so you don't have to, and talk about Eric Schmidt's new kamikaze drone company. Photo: Eric SchmidtBy Cargo Cult

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Cyber Weapons 36:04

1M ago36:04

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Was the Stuxnet, "cyberworm," the first iteration of a new era of combat? Strider is scared! When scared, seek to understand. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: spymuseum.org, smithsonianmag.com ‘Richard Clarke on Who Was Behind the Stuxnet Attack’ by Ron Rosenbaum 2012, wired.com ‘An Unprecedented Look at Stuxnet, the World's Fir…

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Mark the Cable Guy (Underwater Internet P2) 59:05

2M ago59:05

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Google and Meta are scrambling to bring the internet to Africa. And private U.S. corporations like Google and Meta mediating access to the internet is lowkey goated when digital colonialism is the vibe. Photo: Mark ZuckerbergBy Cargo Cult

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The Turtle Of War 34:23

2M ago34:23

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ChatGPT Lost Her Voice 59:49

2M ago59:49

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Scarlett Johansson is suing OpenAI for using a voice "eerily similar" to hers for ChatGPT 4o. We also yap about NYC Mayor Eric Adams's voice clone speaking Yiddish, ElevenLabs turning every news article into a podcast, BBL Drizzy, Joaquin Phoenix's high-waisted pants, and Google entering its "Gemini era."…

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Xuanzang's Epic Journey West 37:32

2M ago37:32

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One must walk the walk in order to talk the talk. Xuanzang did exactly that in in the 7th Century AD. He cruised From China to India and back. His Journey West still influences the world today. You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right, and the cash prizes could be HUG…

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Deep Blue CIA (Underwater Internet P1) 59:53

2M ago59:53

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We're talking about the iPad commercial, German anti-Tesla activists, AI dating concierges, and the underwater internet cables of the deep sea bourgeoisie. Photo: Jeff BezosBy Cargo Cult

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Dank Off: War Animals 41:13

2M ago41:13

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Which animal gave ancient armies the greatest strategic edge? Do certain ones still have use in modern military tactics? Strider ranks the most elite non-human soldiers of the past, present and hopefully not future. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: livescience.com ‘Beasts in Battle: 15 Amazing Animal Recruits in War’ by Tom Metc…

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Dank Off: Desert Creatures 38:12

2M ago38:12

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October 7th’s Very Own 45:15

3M ago45:15

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We discuss the "Friends of the IDF" in leadership roles at Interscope (Kendrick’s label), UMG (Drake’s label and Interscope’s parent company), NBC Universal (UMG’s parent company), and Comcast (NBC Universal’s parent company). We apologize for our tardiness and this cop-out pop culture ep. We both had crazy schedules the last couple of weeks (on to…

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Cambyses II: Mad Or Not? 32:37

2M ago32:37

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He met an untimely death. Was it a curse? Was this Ancient Babylonian King mad or was he just a pretty regular gnarly king? striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: worldhistory.org, livius.org, nationalgeographic.com, britannica.comBy All Things Comedy

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Cargo Cults 22:29

3M ago22:29

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Join Ben, Wyatt, and Sam as they discuss Cargo Cults in the Pacific Islands.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Sports In The Pacific World 30:29

3M ago30:29

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Join Emmanuel, Alex, Logan, and Eli as they discuss how sports became prevalent in the Pacific World.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Myths And Legends Born In New Zealand 11:44

3M ago11:44

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Join Tommy, Yuki, Hope, and Hannah as they discuss myths and legends born in New Zealand and how they are prevalent in New Zealand's culture today.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Oceania 21:36

3M ago21:36

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Join Alex, Britton, Maya, and Lucy as they discuss Oceania. Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auBy Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Impacts Of International Relations On The pacific Islands 17:32

3M ago17:32

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Join as we explore the American and European impacts on the Pacific Islands throughout history and what it's like today. Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auBy Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Coast Watchers Of The Pacific 13:42

3M ago13:42

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Join in on the conversation regarding the Coast Watchers Of The Pacific.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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The Nuclear Pacific 23:43

3M ago23:43

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Join Luke , Jacob, Rickey, and Avery as they explore the Nuclear Pacific.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students

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Digital Money Honey 1:06:40

3M ago1:06:40

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We talk about central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), which will enable a new level of financial surveillance and social control. And we’re joined by John F O’Donnell, a guy with horrible karaoke etiquette. We promise we're not a con op lim hang !!! Photo: Jerome Powell - - Kitty History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-Lvv1f5Qu4 Guaranteed Inco…

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Shogun Is So Sick 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Strider shoots from the hip on this ep! Luckily he's been crushing the dank series Shogun. So, he's always ready to talk Bushido Code and much more! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: britannica.com, wikipedia.com. history.com, and definitely NOT artofmanliness.comBy All Things Comedy

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AI Kills & AI Bills 1:16:18

3M ago1:16:18

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We talk about Israel’s automated kill lists generated by an “AI” assassination machine named Lavender and Amazon’s automated checkout experience called “Just Walk Out.”By Cargo Cult

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Carpooling Is Brutal 42:24

3M ago42:24

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We've all been in one at some point in our lives. Most likely during a school commute. Strider would argue that the greatest lessons in life did not occur in the classroom, but rather in the confined space of the backseat on the way to that classroom. Buckle up for a banger of an ep! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: nytimes.com …

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Transmissions Ep. 14: George Galloway, the Workers Party, and Joti Brar 1:15:48

4M ago1:15:48

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Welcome to Transmissions Episode 14! In this episode, Jamal, Heph, and Daniel discuss the recent political victory of George Galloway, the Workers Party, and Joti Brar on “Class Unity”, and the prospects for class politics at present. On the Class Unity podcast channel you can find Transmissions, our podcast for topical discussions and interviews, …

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Robodoggy Style 1:21:27

4M ago1:21:27

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Talking about Truth Social and killer robots.By Cargo Cult

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Yer Grounded 59:28

4M ago59:28

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Boeing has certainly helped kill people in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. But did it also kill a Southern funcle? Fasten your seatbelt, because this Boeing story has it all. Plane crashes, union busting, offshoring, whistleblowers, and a mysterious parking lot death. We also talk about the Justice Department’s new lawsuit against Apple for monopol…

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Dank Off: Motorsports 41:38

4M ago41:38

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What is the gnarliest race in continual history? What demands the most of man and machine to drive, survive and strive? Strider highlights 6 races and picks the most epic of them all! Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 7pm Show Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 9pm Show patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: us.motrosport.com ‘TOP …

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TikTok & the Face Race 1:03:44

4M ago1:03:44

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Here we discuss the TikTok ban and Clearview AI, a US company with a database of more than 40 billion facial images from the public internet. We also listen to big tech kingmaker Peter Thiel explain why artificial intelligence and facial recognition are "kind of communist." And we're joined by Pat Burtscher (https://www.instagram.com/patburtscher/)…

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Archimedes Was A Beast 45:40

4M ago45:40

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Inventor of the, "Death Ray," and other ingenious engines of warfare, Archimedes, was perhaps the greatest engineering mind of his time. His inventions and discovered principles are still in use today. Ticket Links for my Special Recording in Los Angeles on Monday April 1st: STRIDER WILSON'S LIVE COMEDY SPECIAL TAPING, 7 PM SHOW STRIDER WILSON'S LI…

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Cargo Cult 57:22

4M ago57:22

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Talkin with the girls from the Cargo Cult podcast!By RM Brown

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Feddit 1:30:37

5M ago1:30:37

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We explore Reddit’s journey from online community to data business. We also cover NYT suing OpenAI for copyright infringement and Google laying off a group of striking contractors. RIP Aaron Swartz. Photo: Alexis Ohanian and Steve HuffmanBy Cargo Cult

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Blackbeard With Rusty Featherstone 1:00:49

5M ago1:00:49

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The vibe master himself, Rusty Featherstone, cruised in to talk pirates. Not just any pirate though, the legendary Blackbeard. We discuss the infamous captains raise and demise. Strider and Rusty also get personal. It's sweet! Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK. New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLAR…

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Let Tim Cook 51:53

5M ago51:53

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They say the next dystopian surveillance technology will be launched by a gay CEO ... Really makes you feel like part of history. Photo: Tim CookBy Cargo Cult

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Crater Lake Myth 40:46

5M ago40:46

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To look upon Crater Lake in Southern Oregon meant instant Death to anyone according to Klamath legend. Their millennia old mythical origin story of the lakes creation has a unique intersection with modern science. Strider and Harmony Shred Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank 2/29 7:30pm: https://www.flapperscomedy.com/shows/strider-and-harmony/72262/ p…

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Transhuman Fat (Neuralink P2) 1:50:21

5M ago1:50:21

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In Part 2 of this series on Neuralink and the brain-computer interface (BCI), we discuss the current human trials for the N1 implant, FDA commissioner Robert Califf, and key figures in the movement of transhumanism such as Julian Huxley (President of the British Eugenics Society), Ray Kurzweil (Director of Engineering at Google), and Zoltan Istvan …

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PoliEdPod 8: Beyond the Duopoly? Parties, Unions, and Labor (w/ Catherine Liu) 1:30:01

5M ago1:30:01

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Welcome to Episode 8 or CU’s PoliEdPod series! In this episode, Catherine Liu joins us for a discussion of recent debates about the relation between Republican and Democratic parties and labor. For background, listeners may want to check out the articles which initiated this debate, by Sorab Amari and Dustin Guastella, along with a contribution by …

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The Charge Of The Light Brigade 35:23

5M ago35:23

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PoliEdPod 7: The Cost of Living Crisis and the State of Capitalism (w/ Costas Lapavitsas)

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One of the worlds leading Marxist economists talks to us about the recent problems of inflation, class politics, and the global economy. Check out Lapavitsas’s latest collaborative efforts here: “The State of Capitalism: Economy, Society, and Hegemony,” with the EReNSEP Writing Collective (2023): https://www.versobooks.com/products/2727-the-state-o…

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Transmissions Ep. 13: James A. Smith of The Popular Show

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Hello friends! Welcome to another episode of Class Unity ‘Transmissions’! Our guest for this episode is none other than James A. Smith, co-host with David Slavick of The Popular Show. Smith is also the author of Other People’s Politics: Populism to Corbynism (Zer0 Books, 2019) and coauthor with Mareile Pfannebecker of Work Want Work: Labour and Des…

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