Best Chris Burkhard Podcasts (2024)

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Leadership Lessons From Ted Lasso: A Sit-down with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio 57:21

10d ago57:21

57:21

In the latest episode of Outside Insights, I had the pleasure of interviewing the dynamic duo, Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, tech leaders, co-founders of Lifecycle Insights and co-authors of “Lead It Like Lasso“. During our conversation, we dove into their unique approach to leadership, drawing inspiration from none other than the TV character…

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Closing Your Gaps: The Power of Reading 6:46

20d ago6:46

6:46

If you’ve been part of the Outside Insights community for a while, you’re familiar with the concept of closing your gaps. For those of you that are new — welcome! Our goal here is to take steps every day to live a more intentional and authentic life, and closing our gaps is key. The “gap” represents the space between where you are now and where you…

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Opposite the Crowd: How Chris Burkhard Redefined Staffing and Leadership 42:23

1M ago42:23

42:23

In this episode, Drew McClure interviews Chris Burkhard, the President and Founder of Placers Staffing, an 11-time Inc 5000 company. Chris shares his journey from being a fourth-generation entrepreneur to leading a successful staffing company. He discusses his father's influence, the importance of work ethic and integrity, and how he modernized and…

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Scaling Social Impact: A Candid Chat with Scott Beale 51:12

1M ago51:12

51:12

In the world of social entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling and full of teachable moments as Scott Beale’s story. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting Scott on our Outside Insights podcast, where he shared his personal journey from an aspiring changemaker to a global leader in fostering youth leadership and international volunteerism…

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Mastering Digital Marketing with Phil Case | Max Connect Marketing 45:08

1M ago45:08

45:08

In this episode of "Zero to 5000," Phil Case, President of Max Connect Digital, joins us to share his journey from aspiring diplomat to a digital marketing leader. Phil discusses his role in growing Max Connect Digital, an agency specializing in paid digital media and performance marketing, to a leading firm serving multiple industries. He reflects…

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Optimizing Payment Processing with Swipesum’s Michael Seaman 36:05

2M ago36:05

36:05

In this episode, hosts Drew McClure chat with Michael Seaman, co-founder and CEO of Swipesum. Michael shares the journey of founding Swipesum, a leading payment processing and merchant services consultancy. The conversation covers their innovative use of AI, proprietary software, and a customer-centric approach to optimize payment solutions for bus…

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Lessons Learned from a Lifetime of Closing Personal and Professional Gaps 7:46

2M ago7:46

7:46

I’ve started several businesses, bootstrapped them, and grown them to mid-market size. I coach entrepreneurs and leaders to help them achieve the life and business they desire. My day job is with Placers, where we’ve been placing thousands of people for over 50 years. I spend my days and nights helping individuals close their personal and professio…

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From Litigation to Innovation: Jason Lazarus on Building Synergy 44:47

2M ago44:47

44:47

In this episode of the Zero to 5000 podcast, hosts Drew McClure has an enlightening conversation with Jason Lazarus, founder and CEO of Synergy. Jason shares his journey from a personal injury defense lawyer to an entrepreneurial leader in the niche field of healthcare lien resolution and Medicare compliance. He discusses the inception and evolutio…

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Interior Design with a Mission with Kia Weatherspoon 1:04:30

2M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

In this episode Drew McClure engage in a profound dialogue with Kia Weatherspoon, a pioneering interior designer focused on making luxury design accessible. Kia, the force behind the Washington, DC-based firm Determined by Design, shares her journey from her initial insight into the impact of physical spaces during her brother's incarceration to fo…

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Listen To Your Body - It’s Smarter Than You Think - Dr. Tricia Thompson - Episode 45 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

As most of you know, a key tenet of the Outside Insights way is breaking away from the grind to take care of one's physical and mental wellbeing. I was very honored to have the opportunity to talk with Dr. Tricia Thompson for the latest episode of Outside Insights learn about her journey in the medical field and some critical wakeup calls everyone …

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Breaking Free from the Grind with Austin Netzley 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

In this episode host Drew interviews Austin Netzley, founder and CEO of 2X, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs streamline their operations and scale their businesses efficiently. Austin shares his transition from a corporate engineer to a successful entrepreneur, detailing the inception and growth of 2X, which has been recognized among th…

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Harnessing Virtual Reality to Transform Senior Living with Kyle Rand 51:21

3M ago51:21

51:21

In this enlightening episode of "0 to 5000," host Drew McClure chats with Kyle Rand, the CEO and founder of Rendever, a company at the forefront of using virtual reality to enhance the lives of seniors. Rendever aims to create more vibrant, purposeful living experiences for the aging population through innovative VR solutions. Kyle shares his perso…

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The Art of Quitting: Hang In or Hang It Up? 6:22

3M ago6:22

6:22

Here’s the thing — quitting shouldn’t be a bad word. But why does it often feel like it is? At Placers, we champion values like results-driven performance and relentless hustle, epitomized by Winston Churchill’s wartime call to “never, ever, ever give up.” This motto resonated so deeply with me that it found its way onto t-shirts for the high schoo…

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Navigating the Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship with Brock Berry 48:07

3M ago48:07

48:07

In this episode of the Zero to 5000 podcast, host Drew interviews Brock Berry, a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of AdCellerant, a digital advertising company known for its staggering growth of over 4,000% in just four years. Brock shares insights from his 20-year journey in marketing and advertising, highlighting the challenges and triumphs o…

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Treat the business like an owner with Kelley Gann 52:46

3M ago52:46

52:46

Kelley Gann, President and CEO of Freestyle Creative, joined the podcast to share her inspiring journey within the company. Starting her career at Freestyle in 2014 when it was primarily a video production company, Kelley played a crucial role in its transition to a full-service marketing agency. Since then, Freestyle has not only expanded its serv…

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Lessons in Leadership: Mac Macleod’s Entrepreneurial Journey 50:47

3M ago50:47

50:47

Hello, In this week’s episode of Outside Insights, I was joined by Mac Macleod, the co-founder of Carvertise, a successful media company revolutionizing ride-share advertising. Mac and I go way back to the start up days of Carvertise as I worked closely with his co-founder, and previous podcast guest, Greg in local not- for-profit work with Junior …

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Conscious Company Culture with Dom Farnan 34:50

4M ago34:50

34:50

In this episode, we welcome Dom Farnan, a visionary leader who has shaped the talent acquisition landscape over the last two decades. Dom shares her journey from starting in recruitment at a young age to founding her agency, DoseConnect, and eventually facing and overcoming the challenges brought by the pandemic and shifting business dynamics. With…

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Our Theme Is To Be 4:49

4M ago4:49

4:49

In case you missed it, Placers President Chris Burkhard shared his Outside Insights vlog on our 2024 theme: "Our Theme Is To Be" Despite loss, he urged us to "embrace change & find opportunity in every moment." Key Quotes: "Be present, supportive & our best selves to honor our colleague's legacy." "This year is about being over doing...moving forwa…

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Olympic Rower Ali Shares Her Winning Mindset 47:14

4M ago47:14

47:14

In this episode, Drew welcomes Ali, a silver medalist from the 2004 Olympic Games and a successful business leader, to discuss her unique journey from the world of elite sports to the business arena. Ali shares her story of transitioning from being an Olympic rower to founding and leading a successful business - Noble West. The conversation delves …

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Community Spotlight: Empowerment Through Connection - A Sit Down With Cierra Hall-Hipkins - Outside Insights Podcast Episode #43 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

I’m a Delawarian through and through and perhaps one of my favorite characteristics of our little state is the big impact that local nonprofits have on our communities. I’ve been honored to speak with many leaders from these non-profits and am thankful that I can further their message through the Outside Insights platform. Recently, I had the chanc…

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The Power of Persistence: How Dr. Judy Morgan Built a Naturally Healthy Pet Empire 58:06

4M ago58:06

58:06

In this episode Drew dives deep into the remarkable journey of Dr. Judy Morgan. With over 38 years of experience, Dr. Morgan has evolved from a traditional veterinarian to an advocate for natural pet health, leveraging her expertise in acupuncture, chiropractic, and food therapy. Facing numerous challenges, including overcoming adversity in the tra…

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The Energy Vampires: Navigating the Draining Forces in Our Lives 7:47

5M ago7:47

7:47

In life, we encounter a diverse cast of characters. Among the cast that surrounds us, there are characters that particularly stand out, such as energy vampires — individuals who, knowingly or unknowingly, sap our vitality and leave us feeling drained. These individuals aren’t confined to our social circles; they can also reside within us, manifesti…

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E.J. McCoy: The Path to Becoming a Pet Waste Millionaire 46:18

5M ago46:18

46:18

In this episode we get a chance to talk with E.J. McCoy, CEO of Chorbie and Scoop Soldiers. McCoy shares his mission to transform the home service industry through technology and franchising, aiming to enhance the experience for both clients and franchisees. Starting from humble beginnings, McCoy's journey from mowing lawns at a young age to becomi…

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Episode 42 - Entrepreneurial Gems: A Chat with John Ratliff 57:32

5M ago57:32

57:32

In this insightful episode of the Outside Insights podcast, I sat down with John Ratliff, the entrepreneurial force behind Align 5 and CEO of Scaling Up Coaches. During the episode, John and I discuss the multifaceted journey of entrepreneurship and the significance of mental health and creativity in the entrepreneurial realm. I have known John for…

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Navigating Success and Failures: Justin Cooke's Entrepreneurial Masterclass 53:05

6M ago53:05

53:05

Links to Justin's webiste: Empire Flippers Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinwcooke In this episode, the Drew and Jordan had the pleasure of hosting Justin Cooke, the visionary co-founder and CMO of Empire Flippers, a premier marketplace for buying and selling profitable online businesses. Cooke discusses his entrepreneurial jour…

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Do You Have a Career Agent? You Should. 7:19

6M ago7:19

7:19

I’m going to share a little secret about your job and career. It’s a simple truth: You, and only you, are responsible for managing your career. This wasn’t always the case. Our grandparents lived in a world where careers were often linear and lifelong, with a single organization rewarding decades of loyalty with a gold watch as a symbol of their ap…

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Revolutionizing Lawn Care:The GreenPal Story with Bryan Clayton 50:53

6M ago50:53

50:53

In this episode of the Zero to 5000 podcast, hosts Drew McClure and Jordan Mitchell chat with Bryan Clayton, CEO of GreenPal. Bryan shares his journey from running a traditional lawn mowing business to co-founding GreenPal, an online marketplace revolutionizing the lawn care industry. He discusses the challenges and breakthroughs of creating an app…

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Leveraging Tech for Social Good with Pat Callihan 50:06

6M ago50:06

50:06

In this episode of Outside Insights, I chat with Pat Callihan, CEO of the national nonprofit Tech Impact. During our discussion, Pat shares how his organization is creating meaningful change through technology and workforce development programs. I'm inspired by Pat's commitment to leveraging technology for greater social impact through workforce de…

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Taking Control of Your Career in 2024: A New Beginning 8:27

6M ago8:27

8:27

Welcome to 2024! We are trying something new on the Outside Insights Podcast with some solo podcast and thought leadership in addition to the interviews we have shared have been part of what Outside Insights is and the community around it. Thank you for tuning in to the Outside Insights Podcast! We appreciate your support and look forward to bringi…

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential - Paul Bianco, Graphite 53:44

7M ago53:44

53:44

In this episode of Zero to 5000, host Drew McClure sits down with Paul Bianco, the CEO and Founder of Graphite. Paul shares his journey from catching the entrepreneurship bug at 19 to establishing Graphite, a company that offers fractional finance and accounting services. He dives into the challenges and triumphs of growing a business, the signific…

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Finding Success Off the Corporate Ladder - A Sit Down with Chris Bystriansky 49:49

7M ago49:49

49:49

In this episode of Outside Insights, I chat with Chris Bystriansky, an author, attorney, real estate investor, coach, speaker, and endurance athlete. Yeah - some people really can do it all. During our discussion, Chris shares his journey from a challenging childhood to pursuing higher education and then eventually finding himself climbing the corp…

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Stop Thinking About Price - Jake Hurwitz, Thursday Labs 51:40

7M ago51:40

51:40

This podcast episode features an insightful conversation with Jake Hurwitz, a tech entrepreneur who began his journey with a simple neighborhood skateboard repair business. Growing up near New York City with a passion for skateboarding and snowboarding, he aspired to become a pro athlete. Inspired by his father's support, he started to explore entr…

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Choosing Joy Over Stress - Matheus Riolfi, Tint 49:54

7M ago49:54

49:54

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk with Matheus Riolfi, Co-Founder and CEO of Tint We discussed: Creation of Tint Transition Process Transparent Understanding Past Employer First Investor First Year Trial and Error Founder's Principle Talk to Your Customers Using AI Personal Experience as a Foun…

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Habit Stacking - Marley Majcher, CEO The Party Goddess 1:01:01

8M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk withMarley Majcher, CEO The Party Goddess. We discussed: The Party Goddess Creation Next go around different than first business creation Personal Philosophy Goal Setting Be YOURSELF! Productivity Habit Stacking Thanks for Listening. Be sure to join our monthly…

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Leading in a Crisis - Krista Carroll, Latitude 1:01:56

8M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk with Krista Carroll, CEO/Founder of Latitude. We discussed: Latitude Origin Life/Business shift from benefitting just self Trip to Haiti Do business differently - 50% Model Donate 1/2 profits Covid and After Layoffs Shift offerings outside of events, activation…

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A Misfit Thanksgiving - Outside Insights Podcast #39 1:10:04

8M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

We’re officially kicking off the 2023 holiday season this week! With that in mind, I wanted to bring you some fun, lighter content to be consumed while recovering from too much tryptophan and your leftover turkey. Thanksgiving is a time to count our blessings and to recognize our abundance and it is my hope that you spend this long weekend with you…

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Fall in Love With Your Problems - Howard Chang, Just Boardrooms 48:58

8M ago48:58

48:58

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk with Howard Chang, CEO of Just Boardrooms. We discussed: Growing up as an immigrant child Sports can help with resiliency Developing Confidence Facing your fears and then doing the right thing regardless of your fear Fall in love with the problem Marketing can …

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Responsible Mining - Jonathan Awde, Dakota Gold Corp 1:04:50

8M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk with Jonathan Awde, CEO of Dakota Gold Corp. We discussed: What is Small Cap Metals and mining Journey all the way to South Dakota Where to find gold Data is key Gold vs the US dollar Responsible Mining Trying to balance family and work Getting used to getting …

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Growing a Business and People - Jean Freeman, Zambezi 46:06

9M ago46:06

46:06

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. Come listen to us talk with Jean Freeman, CEO of Zambezi. Hear about her journey of starting an ad agency and having it grow to the company it is today. She shares her insights of growing the business as well as the people. We discussed: Her journey of starting an ad agency Growing h…

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Helping Our Communities Thrive: Zip Code Wilmington. A Sit Down With Desa Burton — Outside Insights Podcast Episode #38 48:54

9M ago48:54

48:54

As many of you know, I’m a proud Delawarian. There’s nothing I enjoy more than watching our local businesses thrive. When a business’s core mission is helping other Delawarians thrive, well, I’m sold. In this episode of Outside Insights, I sit down with Desa Burton, Executive Director of Zip Code Wilmington, a nonprofit coding bootcamp. Zip Code Wi…

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Prioritize Your Passions: Tech Leader to Creative Visionary. A Sit Down With Nick Wilkinson 54:29

10M ago54:29

54:29

In this episode Outside Insights, I sat down with Nick Wilkinson, Founder and CEO of Wilkinson Advisory services. Prior to launching his own consulting firm, Wilkinson built a successful career spanning various industries and has collected multiple hats over the years, including CEO, entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker – more on that later. Nick an…

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A Mission for Money Education. A Sit Down With Mark Olazagasti 1:01:41

11M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Most people have a few, or a dozen, financial mistakes they look back on and really regret. For many, becoming financial savvy is learned through trial and error and living with a few regrets from your younger years is all part of the process. Isn’t it ridiculous credit card companies send applications to 18 year old kids before they even graduate …

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Diversifying Your Marketing - Dave Fink, Postie 44:36

11M ago44:36

44:36

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. We were joined by Dave Fink, Co-Founder + CEO at Postie. We discussed: Diversifying your marketing Continuously improving your marketing campaign Omnichannel approach Not one size fits all Ask the obvious question - why did you choose us Thanks for Listening. Be sure to join our mont…

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Is It Time To Rethink Degree Requirements? A Sit Down With Brian Matthew Rhodes, Esq 54:03

12M ago54:03

54:03

We’re going to start this one with a question: How was success defined for you when you were 18? For many, the definition of success was likely narrowly defined as “study hard and make it into a great university”. Many of us today can agree that this definition is limiting. Thankfully, in recent years more and more job descriptions are shifting the…

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Finding your North Star - Crystal McDonald, Talent Activated, LLC 49:08

12M ago49:08

49:08

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. We were joined by Crystal McDonald, Co-Founder + Managing Partner at Talent Activated, LLC. We discussed: Differentiating between the mechanism and the result Staffing for events, conference, or festival Running a business during the pandemic because of mindset Forced Innovation Just…

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AI Levels the Playing Field - Reza Farahani 42:08

1y ago42:08

42:08

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. We were joined by Reza Farahani. We discussed: Developing a CRM before CRM was a term How to start and scale a company Sometimes you can sell before you build to make sure it’s something your customers want AI will replace jobs, but you can learn how to utilize AI to work better for …

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You Can't Be Anybody But Yourself 1:03:04

1y ago1:03:04

1:03:04

I’m blessed to have many people in my circle that inspire me and push me to become a better version of myself every day just through their example. Some of these people are close to me, like my wife or my father. Others, I’ve met throughout the seasons of life and am honored to have them in my network - cheering one another on as we reach new miles…

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Pursuing Adventure, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Freedom with Steven Pivnik 51:33

1y ago51:33

51:33

Get ready to join Chris Burkhard as he hosts a conversation with Steven Pivnik, a total boss in both business and endurance sports. They dive into Steven's journey, where his love for adventure, hustling, and being financially independent all come together. Steven's background as an endurance athlete paved the way for his entrepreneurial pursuits. …

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Money does not solve problems - Kevin Gibbon, Airhouse 51:56

1y ago51:56

51:56

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. We were joined by Kevin Gibbon, the CEO and Co-Founder of Airhouse. We discussed: The Journey to Today Starting a company negative gross margins Making money vs making a cool product Sounding Alarm bells What it was like immediately after shutting down Mental Health on not taking a b…

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Weathering the Storm - Ashutosh Garg, Eightfold.ai 39:14

1y ago39:14

39:14

Another inspiring conversation on the Zero to 5000 Podcast today. We were joined by Ashutosh Garg, the Founder of Eightfold.ai. We discussed: What makes someone successful in their career based on characteristics When you ask people who they are, it’s really who they aspire to be Asking question subjectively What’s the difference in the first time …

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