Best Cole Preston Podcasts (2024)

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How To Invest Like a Middle-Age Woman (SB1537) 1:01:20

6m ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Is the secret to investment success all about making your decisions as if you were a 50-year-old woman? We tackle that take on today's roundtable discussion. We're joined by one of the best voices who gives investing advice online, Brian Feroldi. He's joined by the lady who knows all about making wise investing decisions, no matter your age, Paula …

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How To Stage Your Own Money Revolution 52:50

2d ago52:50

52:50

Time to revolt! Tired of thinking everyone else is in control when it comes to your money? The grocery store, utilities, retirement plans and their fee structures...everyone wants a piece of you, don't they? Well, today, that all changes. We're burning down ideas like high-interest debt (or debt at all), kids eating your entire budget, needing a mi…

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#103 – The Dank Informer 1:26:10

4d ago1:26:10

1:26:10

In this episode, I sit down with TheDankInformer, a person I met on X (formerly Twitter). We discuss the topic of hemp regulation. I was under the impression that there might be a lot of disagreement during this conversation, but we seemed to agree on more than we disagreed on. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.…

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The 5 Emotional Stages AFTER Financial Independence - with Douglas Tsoi (SB1535) 1:10:48

4d ago1:10:48

1:10:48

Do you think, "I've made it once I reach financial independence?" Douglas Tsoi has been "retired" for over ten years and will tell you, "Not even close." For all of us, a new journey begins once we reach financial independence. What does this look like? How can we prepare? Today, Douglas sits down with Joe Saul-Sehy to dive into the five stages we …

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Our BIGGEST Budget "Gotchas"! (SB1534) 1:03:08

7d ago1:03:08

1:03:08

What are the biggest fifteen items on most budgets that can derail your spending plan? One blogger, our friend Allison Baggerly at InspiredBudgets.com, made a list. Today we use that list as the basis of a game show episode! Paula Pant (AffordAnything), Doc G. (Earn & Invest) and our own OG go head-to-head in a match to figure out which items made …

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#102 – Heather and Boyd – VineyardAccounting.net 1:25:49

8d ago1:25:49

1:25:49

In this episode, I visit Molly’s Joint, a consumption lounge in Illinois, to sit down with Heather and Boyd LaFoon from VineyardAccounting.net. During the conversation, Boyd and Heather break down the crucial role that accountants play for businesses, explain the complexities of operating in the cannabis industry (including the implications of 280E…

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How to Structure an Effective Emergency Fund 51:24

9d ago51:24

51:24

Even if you only have $500 in your emergency fund, today we reveal why having this money in the right place can yield BIG dividends. If you have your $500 in an account paying the average rate, you'll make around $2.50 in interest per year. Yet, by moving these Benjamins to a well-structured emergency fund, you could earn around $22.50. Doesn't sou…

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Let's Save a Bundle on Taxes (with Hannah Cole) - SB1532 1:14:59

11d ago1:14:59

1:14:59

Tax planning in June? Of course! Why would you wait until next year, when you can't make ANY financial moves that save you money, to start figuring out how to cut your tax bill? Right now, at nearly the halfway point of the year, we'll dive into how to understand your taxes and make cuts with our tax planning mentor, Hannah Cole. Hannah will walk u…

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Your 7 Biggest Retirement Money Headaches (SB1531) 1:10:49

14d ago1:10:49

1:10:49

How are you preparing for retirement? Have you looked at all of the dimensions to ensure you have a successful, long runway of money always available? On today's special roundtable episode, we dive into a piece that claims there are seven things you need to do in order to be prepared for retirement. Joining us are: Don McDonald from the Talking Rea…

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All About Vesting Schedules and Stock Market Predictions! (SB1530) 1:03:18

16d ago1:03:18

1:03:18

There’s another lawsuit brewing in the world of retirement planning. This time, participants in a 401(k) plan in California are raising concerns about how Qualcomm is handling the money forfeited when employees don’t complete their vesting schedules. Vesting schedule? What’s that all about? Today, we'll break down everything you need to know about …

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#101 - Legislative Recap with CannabisEquityIL.org 35:57

17d ago35:57

35:57

In this episode, Douglas Kelly and Peter Contos from Cannabis Equity Illinois Coalition join me to recap the most recent legislative session. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/06/11/e101/By Cole Preston

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The 2024 FinTech Disaster: What You Need To Know (AND the Fascinating History of Banking w/ Paolo Zannoni) (SB1529) 1:12:21

18d ago1:12:21

1:12:21

Unlocking the FinTech Disaster: What You Need to Know You might not know it, but a huge number of people have their money trapped in a recent FinTech crisis. When the middleman company Synapse went bankrupt, it froze funds in many popular FinTech apps, including Yotta, a sweepstakes app that makes saving money fun. Will Yotta and other affected Fin…

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How Come High Earners Struggle To Get Rich? (SB1528) 1:02:40

21d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Why aren't all big-money ballers able to pile up massive stacks of Benjamins? How come some average Joe earners can build significant wealth? On today's special roundtable episode, we dive into a blog post listing the top six reasons people who make big money can't save. One of the Top 100-rated financial planners by Investopedia in 2023, Elaine Ki…

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Should You Create a "Board of Directors"? An Open AI/Chat GPT Case Study (SB1527) 56:57

23d ago56:57

56:57

Open AI recently survived a brutal firing/rehiring of their CEO and a complete board resignation. In the past, we've heard extensively from Sam Altman, the CEO of Open AI, but we haven't heard from the board. Today we use the words of a board member who's speaking openly for the first time to ponder the question, "Should YOU have a board of directo…

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#100 - Cole makes a cameo on CLN 1:17:35

24d ago1:17:35

1:17:35

In this episode, I play one of the latest episodes of Cannabis Legalization News which features me, Cole Preston. During the episode, we recap various topics, including a recap of the legislative session, discussions on hemp, comparisons between open licensing and limited licensing, and much more. My appearance starts around 18 minutes into the epi…

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What's Holding You Back? How to Break Through Mental Barriers and Increase Your Earning Potential (SB1526) 1:15:53

25d ago1:15:53

1:15:53

How much of your life is controlled by programming? If you're looking to make more money you have to look at what's blocking you today and transform yourself into an earning machine. It turns out that the key to earning more is right between your ears. Brandon Epstein works with top professionals (athletes, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and high-level execu…

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#99 - Governor Pritzker responds to Cannabis & Hemp legislation 5:48

28d ago5:48

5:48

In this quick episode, I play Governor Pritzker's full remarks regarding the cannabis and hemp legislation that was filed during this legislative session. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/31/e99/By Cole Preston

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Does More Money Equal More Misery? SB 1525 1:06:59

28d ago1:06:59

1:06:59

Maybe the key to achieving happiness doesn't lie in being perfect (financially-speaking). Today we dive deep into striking the balance between channeling your inner Warren Buffett/Jack Bogle/Scrooge McDuck hybrid and channeling your inner Neighbor Doug at the special Summer Slam-Bingo-Ladies Night down at the Sizzler. Joining us on today's special …

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#98 - Quick Illinois Legislative Recap 14:02

29d ago14:02

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Get the latest on cannabis and hemp legislation in Illinois, in this quick ~15 minute episode. Watch the video version of this episode and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/30/e98/By Cole Preston

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How To Score Eight Percent on Your Money (and maybe regret it) SB1524 54:21

1M ago54:21

54:21

Today high yield bonds are in the spotlight. A recent Wall Street Journal piece details how you can get eight percent currently in the bond market (which is a rate most stock investors would be happy to lock in). Why may this NOT be a good deal? Well, first you have to understand how bonds work. So, we'll explain that. Second, you'll have to unders…

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How To Become a Financial Mutant (with Brian Preston) SB1523 1:14:58

1M ago1:14:58

1:14:58

Learning a new language is difficult, and the language of money is no exception. Brian Preston from The Money Guys has created shortcut words and phrases like "financial mutant" to help you focus on what's important and ignore the rest. We'll discuss how to get started, the key moves to reach long-term goals, how to avoid making costly mistakes, an…

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#97 - Illinois' Cannabis Per-Se Limit: An Impossible Standard as Interpreted? 1:23:25

1M ago1:23:25

1:23:25

In 2016, Illinois decriminalized small amounts of cannabis. Under the 2016 law, those caught with up to 10 grams of marijuana faced fines of $100 to $200. The law also changed the state’s zero-tolerance policy for driving under the influence. In doing so, Illinois created a "per-se" limit. A "per-se" limit is the concept that allows the state to as…

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#96 - IllinoisHGA respond to calls for ban on hemp 1:11:48

1M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

In this episode, Rachel and Chris Berry from the Illinois Hemp Growers Association respond to the latest call to ban an open, competitive, and federally legal cannabis market in the state of Illinois. Watch video version or read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/25/e96/By Cole Preston

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#95 - Justin Ward - StoneyBranch.com 46:09

1M ago46:09

46:09

In this episode, I speak with Justin Ward about the recent Senate Executive Committee hearing. Justin claims that during the hearing, he was called a drug dealer by the lead sponsor of a bill that was being discussed at the committee. Watch the video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/25/e95/…

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How We Think About Debt (SB 1522) 1:04:12

1M ago1:04:12

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Welcome to a very special roundtable edition of the show! On today's show, we're talking about debt, and how to use it (or avoid it) as part of your financial plan. We're joined by Afford Anything's Paula Pant; the host of The Personal Finance Podcast, Andrew Giancola; and the host of the Earn & Invest podcast Doc G! In the second half of the show,…

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Restaurants, Your Wallet, and You (reprogramming your meal prep and patterns) SB 1521 1:02:05

1M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

A recent major media outlet reports that people earning less than $50,000 per year aren't eating at restaurants as often as they did a year ago, and that eating away from home is becoming a trait increasingly more for the wealthy. Today we talk about not only this trend but others as we help you grab a firm hold on your wallet. One of the "big thre…

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#94 - Katie Sullivan - ModernCompassionateCare.com 1:33:47

1M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

In this episode, I'm joined by Katie Sullivan. During the conversation, we recap one of the latest Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB) meetings. Katie is a board member on MCAB. During the episode, we also take a look ahead at what the next meeting will include, including how you can tune in and provide public comments. Watch the video version o…

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Our Stacking Benjamins Summer Kick-Off Episode (with Robert Niles) 1:13:46

1M ago1:13:46

1:13:46

Nothing says summer more than a trip to your favorite regional theme park. Whether with friends, family, or alone, a trip to a theme park can be either super expensive and tiring or a blast. So that's why our friend from Theme Park Insider, Robert Niles, is BACK to help us all kick off summer on the right foot, spending money wisely on experiences …

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#93 - Officer Ramirez - Chicago Police Officer 9:56

1M ago9:56

9:56

In this episode, I speak with Chicago Police Officer Ramirez about cannabis legalization. This episode features a sneak peek at my mini-doc. See the full show notes to learn more about the DUI issue that I raised. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/17/e93/…

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Our 7 Rules of Happiness (SB1519) 1:11:22

1M ago1:11:22

1:11:22

At the end of the day, stacking Benjamins is all about living a better, happier life. But how can you achieve greater happiness while still on your stacking journey? That's what we're all about on today's special, all-about-happiness episode. We're joined by our special guest, host of the Best Interest Podcast, Jesse Cramer; a lady who knows plenty…

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How To Not Pick a Broker (SB 1517) 48:50

1M ago48:50

48:50

Robinhood seams to always be in the news, and usually not for a good reason. Today Joe and OG discuss Robinhood crypto potentially being sued be the SEC. Crypto still seems to be the wild wild west. Is the SEC trying to put some regulations around crypto but then again isn't that the whole purpose of crypto? Our TikTok is all about following the pr…

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#92 - Aaron - SupportDopePeople.com 2:00:58

2M ago2:00:58

2:00:58

In this episode, I sit down Aaron from SupportDopePeople.com. We recap a recent Medical Cannabis Advisory Board meeting that we attended, an Illinois cannabis legislative update that we received, and much more. Watch video version or read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/14/e92/By Cole Preston

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#91 – Satire & Twitter Feuds with Dennis Walker – Mycopreneur.com 1:06:46

2M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

In this episode, I speak with Dennis Walker about one of his latest satirical videos that sparked a small outcry on Twitter. Watch the video version of this episode or read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/12/e91/By Cole Preston

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Save Money on Interest Payments, Loans, Perscriptions, Hotel Rooms, and More 1:11:18

2M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Matt Schulz is the PERFECT mentor to teach us how to negotiate because, in his own words, he's not a natural negotiator. Today he proves that you don't have to be a natural to find better deals on your credit card interest rates, prescription, rental cars, hotel rooms, and more. He'll walk us through the common misconceptions around negotiating and…

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#90 - Cannabis transportation in Illinois - 3rd Party Carriers Illinois 58:19

2M ago58:19

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In this episode, I speak with Victoria, Ted, and Norberto from 3rd Party Carriers (3PC) Illinois. We explore the challenges that licensed transporters encounter, share active legislation that 3PC believes could alleviate some of their difficulties, discuss potential for collaboration with established operators, and more. Watch video version and rea…

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#89 - Reviewing new Cannabis Legislation in Illinois 24:28

2M ago24:28

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In this episode, I review new cannabis legislation that was filed in the state of Illinois. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/10/e89/By Cole Preston

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Talking All Things Kids and Money (SB1516) 58:38

2M ago58:38

58:38

Personal finance education in schools is finally getting some attention, but the best financial education starts at home. On today's special prelude-to-summer-vacation roundtable discussion, we're joined by three experts in the field of kids and money. Joining us today are John Lanza from The Art of Allowance podcast, the founder of the Wealthy Kid…

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When Does It Pay To Be More Scientific About Retirement? (SB1515) 1:02:06

2M ago1:02:06

1:02:06

A new CBS report shows that the average person's perception of how much they'll need for retirement has changed dramatically versus four short years ago. Do you think the number is higher or lower? We'll not only share that, but we'll also dive into this idea of calculating the correct amount to save. When is it truly important to begin working on …

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#88 - Mids, Belushi talks lowering taxes, gifting is legal in Illinois, & more 1:21:16

2M ago1:21:16

1:21:16

In this episode, we discuss the concept of mids. We also explore a recent anecdote from Jim Belushi and Governor Pritzker's 4/20 excursion to Michigan. We also discuss the framework of the Illinois cannabis industry, and the legality of cannabis gifting within the state of Illinois. Watch video version of this episode and read full show notes here:…

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#87 - Hemp, HLVd, & Social Equity with Michael Malcolm 1:32:41

2M ago1:32:41

1:32:41

In this episode, I discuss hemp, HLVd (a disease some studies estimate affects 90% of weed in California), our definitions of Social Equity, and more with Michael Malcolm. Watch the video version of this episode and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/07/e87/By Cole Preston

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Quit Your Job, Find Freedom (with Janesse Torres) 1:08:10

2M ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Janesse Torres is a force of nature. She purposefully quit her high-paying job as an engineer because it didn't fit her personality AFTER posting about it on social media. Today she joins us to talk about living your life intentionally, building financial reserves, demanding more from your boss, and if you get "no" as your answer, moving on. As the…

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What Life Lessons Would You Share With A Younger You? GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1513) 1:13:20

2M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Join us as we wrap up Greatest Hits Week with a favorite roundtable discussion: What lessons would you share with your younger self? This episode originally aired on November 5, 2021, so please disregard any mention of current events. If you could go back and give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be? Maybe it’s to take more chan…

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Confidence in Negotiation: Asking for More in Real Estate Deals with Dia Bondi GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1512) 1:05:17

2M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Let's keep Greatest Hits Week rolling with a must-hear episode from our sister show, Stacking Deeds. This show originally aired on November 21, 2023, so please disregard and mention of current events. Do you struggle to ask for more from your contractors, your real estate professional, your stagers, or other help? Do you think you stink at negotiat…

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#86 - Kirsten Velasco - VapeNProp.com 1:25:00

2M ago1:25:00

1:25:00

In this episode, I sit down with Kirsten Velasco from VapeNProp.com. During the discussion, we talk about the early days of the medical cannabis program in Illinois, the current debate around hemp, and more. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/05/01/e86/By Cole Preston

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Suze Orman GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1511) 1:11:34

2M ago1:11:34

1:11:34

t's Hump Day on Greatest Hits Week! Today we're throwing it back to a fan favorite: Joe's 2018 interview with the one-and-only Suze Orman! Please disregard any mention of current events. We’re pulling out all the stops today because we’re talking to a special guest that you may (or may not) have heard of… Suze Orman. We’ll talk all things women and…

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Earn & Invest Podcast: How to Hack Retirement w/ Joe Saul-Sehy and John Neidecker GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1510) 55:08

2M ago55:08

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In this current events/community we invite Earn & Invest community member John Neidecker to discuss how to hack retirement by skipping 3 of the 5 stages. We review Richard Himmer's article from Kiplinger. Joe Saul-Sehy joins us as our expert for the episode. This show originally aired February 29, 2024. Please disregard any mention of current event…

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Are Workplace Clashes Ever Worth It? (with Gabe Karp) GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1509) 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Welcome, Stacker, to a very special week! We start off our special Greatest Hits Week with a bang! Know those horrible situations where everyone’s fighting at work — or worse, at home? Talk about a horrible investment: being invested in a rotten environment can overshadow even the best portfolio returns. Good news, though. It turns out, there are t…

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Accomplish More With a Few Benjamin-Stacking Time Hacks (SB 1508) 1:20:14

2M ago1:20:14

1:20:14

How can you take control of your life instead of life taking control of you? On today's special roundtable episode, we're talking about making the most of your productivity habits. How has your phone robbed you of your productivity? We're joined by Rob Berger of The Dough Roller Money Podcast, founder and CEO of the financial services firm Sensible…

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#85 - Charles Flanagan 58:28

2M ago58:28

58:28

In this episode, I sit down with Charles Flanagan. During the episode, Charles and I share our struggles with mental health and addiction. We also discuss fitness, health, food, cannabis, the iron law of prohibition, and much more. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/04/25/e85/…

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#84 - A New Vision for Cannabis Reform - Rod Kight 23:33

2M ago23:33

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In this episode, I'll be playing a speech that was given by attorney Rod Kight. The speech was entitled "A New Vision for Cannabis Reform". During the speech, Mr. Kight discusses a new vision of cannabis reform to address the current failing system in the US. You might recognize Rod from episode #76 of The Cole Memo. Watch video version and read fu…

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