Best Gravity Commons Podcasts (2024)

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Emergence, Theology, and the Church (Then and Now) – Tripp on the “Gravity Commons” podcast 1:28:03

1h ago1:28:03

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Tripp Fuller: Emergence, Theology, and the Church (Then and Now) 1:22:22

2h ago1:22:22

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We talked with podcaster and theology nerd Tripp Fuller about the history, mistakes, and legacy of the emerging church movement of the early 2000s, the state of the church and theology right now, and why he's excited about Theology Beer Camp this fall (Oct 17-19 in Denver). Tripp Fuller likes the LA Lakers, beer camps, Illia Delio, the Church, phil…

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Do We Need a New Theory of Gravity? 42:17

1h ago42:17

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Since Newton had his initial revelation about gravity, our understanding of this fundamental concept has evolved in unexpected ways. In this week’s episode, theoretical physicist Claudia de Rham and co-host Janna Levin discuss the ways our current understanding of gravity needs to continue to evolve. The post Do We Need a New Theory of Gravity? fir…

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Sir Christopher Pissarides: AI & Change in the Labour Market 45:37

1h ago45:37

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I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters, Kester Brewin, is joined by Nobel Prize-winning economist Professor Sir Christopher Pissarides. Reflecting on his caree…

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Rings of Power Season 2 Pre-Game 1:32:20

17h ago1:32:20

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At the request of Durin the 4th, Nick & Tripp give you the meat and give it to you raw… well, at least it was fun. The Tolkien Heads team will be live-streaming our way through the new season of ROP, and this is us getting hyped for the fresh season. Keep up with all the Tolkien fun on Nick’s Tolkien Pop substack.…

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2. God Of The Bible: LIVE QnA 1:21:59

3h ago1:21:59

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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2. God Of The Bible: LIVE QnA 1:21:59

4h ago1:21:59

1:21:59

By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Emergence, Theology, and the Church (Then and Now) – Tripp on the “Gravity Commons” podcast 1:28:03

3h ago1:28:03

1:28:03

By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Andrew Root on Hartmut Rosa: Resonance In An Accelerated Age 1:15:37

3d ago1:15:37

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Andrew Root returns to the podcast for a fascinating conversation about the work of German sociologist Hartmut Rosa. We explore Rosa’s insights on the acceleration of modern life and how it shapes our world, creating challenges and opportunities for faith leaders. The discussion investigates Rosa’s concept of “resonance,” a vital counterpoint to th…

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Diana Butler Bass: Truth & Kindness in the Public Square 36:38

4d ago36:38

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Here’s a little taster of Ruining Dinner, the members-only podcast Diana Butler Bass & Tripp do for their online supporters. Ruining Dinner is what happens when a progressive Christian historian and theologian talk about everything you aren’t supposed to discuss at dinner. In this episode of Ruining Dinner, Diana and Tripp discuss the rising influe…

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A Journey of Faith and Integrity: Tom Oord’s Heresy Trial 1:28:09

7d ago1:28:09

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On July 25th, Tom Oord faced a heresy trial in the Church of the Nazarene for his practice and advocacy of full LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church’s life. Listen in to hear an insightful episode as Tom Oord talks about his challenges with the Church of the Nazarene and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Oord shares his spiritual journey, professional s…

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1. God Of The Bible: LIVE QnA 1:30:01

7d ago1:30:01

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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1. God Of The Bible: LIVE QnA 1:30:01

2h ago1:30:01

1:30:01

By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Ruining Dinner w/ Diana Butler Bass: August 2024 1:37:11

8d ago1:37:11

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Ruining Dinner w/ Diana Butler Bass: August 2024 1:37:11

7d ago1:37:11

1:37:11

By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Khristi Lauren Adams: Discovering God through the Lens of Black Girlhood 1:00:34

4d ago1:00:34

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Khristi Lauren Adams's faith was first shaped by her experiences as a Black girl--learning about Scripture from her grandmother, Mama Hattie; "playing church" with her seven cousins over summer vacation; and grieving the murder of her sixteen-year-old friend when she was just fifteen. In Womanish Theology: Discovering God Through the Lens of Black …

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Robert Wright: Evolution, Empathy, & the Future of Humanity 1:37:18

2d ago1:37:18

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In this episode, I am joined by one of my favorite scholars in the public square, Robert Wright, the editor of the Nonzero Newsletter. This is a captivating discussion about artificial intelligence, consciousness, and the future of humanity. We explore Wright’s extensive work, including ‘Nonzero,’ ‘The Evolution of God,‘ and ‘Why Buddhism is True,’…

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Tripp visits the “Dangerous Dogma” podcast 55:54

2h ago55:54

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Tripp visits the “Dangerous Dogma” podcast 55:54

12d ago55:54

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Are Robots About to Level Up? 38:22

12d ago38:22

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Today’s AI largely lives in computers, but acting and reacting in the real world — that’s the realm of robots. In this week’s episode, co-host Steven Strogatz talks with pioneering roboticist Daniela Rus about creativity, collaboration, and the unusual forms robots of the future might take. The post Are Robots About to Level Up? first appeared on Q…

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Sing Sing: Humanity Beyond Bars 44:48

4d ago44:48

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I am so excited to share this conversation with two of the people behind the film entitled Sing, Sing. If you have seen it, you know how powerful the movie is, and if you haven’t — GO SEE IT! You will not be disappointed. (Check the trailer.) The film is based on a true story, weaving through the lives of incarcerated men involved in a theater grou…

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Hillary McBride: Experiencing the Wisdom of Your Body 49:57

10h ago49:57

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Registered psychologist and award-winning researcher Hillary McBride joins us to talk about all things embodied. In her latest book Practices for Embodied Living: Experiencing the Wisdom of Your Body, McBride offers an experiential guide--centered on prompts, activities, and opportunities for reflection--to support readers who want to practice embo…

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Gary Dorrien: Theological Ethics & Liberal Protestantism 2:03:06

3d ago2:03:06

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In this episode, I am joined by Gary Dorrien, the Reinhold Niebuhr Professor of Social Ethics at Union Theological Seminary, to discuss his autobiography, notable contributions to social ethics, and the liberal theological tradition. The conversation addresses the evolution of liberal Protestantism, the intellectual and cultural challenges it faces…

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Putting some Gods to Rest 1:35:05

4d ago1:35:05

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On this episode of Theology Nerd Throwdown, Tripp suggests 7 different ideas about God we should put to rest. Bo puts on his Satan horns and does his best devil’s advocate routine as we unpack the ideas and different ways of nuancing the concepts. Find more TNT episodes at www.ProcessThis.Substack.com Check out Bo’s webpage and his podcast with Ran…

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Aaron Stauffer: Theology for Action 1:43:02

6d ago1:43:02

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In this episode, we are joined by social ethicist Dr. Aaron Stauffer to guide usthrough the intersection of theology and community organzing. Aaron, a coordinator for the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion & Justice and author of Listening to the Spirit, explores the intertwining of theology, activism, and justice. Discover how faith has historicall…

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Ryan Burge: What it’s like to close a Church 1:49:12

21d ago1:49:12

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Dr. Ryan Burge is back to unpack closing the church he pastors and put it in the changing context of institutional religion in America. This is a candid discussion on the personal and societal impacts of church closures in America, illustrated by Ryan’s own experience of closing his long-term church. The conversation explores theological diversity,…

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Jenai Auman: Finding Belonging After Being Othered in Church 1:06:07

23d ago1:06:07

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We talk with writer and artist Jenai Auman about the experience of being left out or pushed out of the church, and how to find spiritual rest and belonging in a God who loves, restores, and blesses the outcast and the marginalized. In her book Othered: Finding Belonging with the God Who Pursues the Hurt, Harmed, and Marginalized, Jenai draws on her…

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Reimagining Prayer, Family, and Service on Theology Nerd Throwdown 1:19:15

8d ago1:19:15

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In this engaging episode of Theology Nerd Throwdown, hosts Tripp and Bo tackle a range of topics, including the concept of prayer, JD Vance being Biblically illiterate, the redefinition of family in the New Testament, and innovative models for community service. They discuss the idea of ‘co-passion’ ministries and the impact of nostalgia on religio…

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Rolf Jacobson: Creation & Sin 41:06

22d ago41:06

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The Bible is anything but clear when it comes to God. Within the text, God is not a consistent and defined character, and after thousands of years of debate and interpretation, God is no less a mystery today. In this episode, one of my favorite Biblical scholars, Dr. Rolf Jacobson joins me to discuss the character of God in the first 11 chapters of…

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How Does Math Keep Secrets? 36:56

25d ago36:56

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Cryptography is the thread that connects Julius Caesar, World War II and quantum computing, and it now lies under nearly every part of modern life. In this week’s episode, computer scientist Boaz Barak and co-host Janna Levin discuss the past and future of secrecy. The post How Does Math Keep Secrets? first appeared on Quanta Magazine…

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Tripp on the Hoary Marmot podcast with his old neighbors Joe & Michelle 23:36

1M ago23:36

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Tripp on the Hoary Marmot podcast with his old neighbors Joe & Michelle 23:36

1M ago23:36

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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What About the Wrath of God? (with Jon DePue) 1:35:02

14d ago1:35:02

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Today we start a new regular series on the podcast, based on our conversation a couple months ago with Jon DePue about Liberating the Gospel from Mere Justification. The paradigm shift in Beyond Justification: Liberating Paul’s Gospel (the book Jon co-authored with Douglas Campbell) is such a big one for most of us that we thought it'd be helpful t…

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John Caputo: Angels, Ghosts, & AI

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I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters, Kester Brewin, is joined by philosopher John Caputo. The conversation occurred at the intersection of artificial intell…

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David W. Peters: How the Post-Traumatic Jesus Heals Our Wounds 1:12:22

21d ago1:12:22

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After twenty years of war in Iraq and Afghanistan, a global pandemic, protests against racial violence, and frequent shootings, more Americans than ever are living with the effects of trauma. Our conversation with Army veteran and Episcopal priest David Peters helps us see the good news that Jesus was born and died in a traumatized world, and his s…

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Anne Foerst: Embodied AI & the Challenge of Personhood 1:25:32

1M ago1:25:32

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In this edition of the Process This: Artificial Intelligence series we are joined by AI pioneer, computer scientist, and theologian Dr. Anne Foerst. Anne offers a deep dive into the fascinating intersection of AI and theology, urging us to consider the profound ethical, social, and theological questions as we march into an increasingly AI-driven fu…

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Religious Socialism Nerd-Out with Tripp Fuller 56:26

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Heart of a Heartless World · Socialism Nerd-Out with Tripp FullerBy Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Religious Socialism Nerd-Out with Tripp Fuller 56:26

1M ago56:26

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Heart of a Heartless World · Socialism Nerd-Out with Tripp FullerBy Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Tripp on the “HONORING THE JOURNEY” podcast with Leslie Nease 57:12

1M ago57:12

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Tripp on the “HONORING THE JOURNEY” podcast with Leslie Nease 57:12

1M ago57:12

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Will AI Ever Have Common Sense? 44:10

1M ago44:10

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Common sense has been viewed as one of the hardest challenges in AI. That said, ChatGPT4 has acquired what some believe is an impressive sense of humanity. How is this possible? Listen to this week’s “The Joy of Why” with co-host Steven Strogatz. The post Will AI Ever Have Common Sense? first appeared on Quanta Magazine…

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How to Find a Church After Experiencing Church Abuse 51:55

28d ago51:55

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Matt and Ben respond to a listener question about finding a place in the body of Christ after clergy sexual abuse. Connect with Gravity Commons: Leave us a message or ask a question about this or any other episode and we'll answer it on a future episode. Join the Gravity Community to interact with other listeners, and get our list of curated links …

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Michael Morelli: Jacques Ellul & the Technological Society 1:42:17

2M ago1:42:17

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On this episode, I am joined by a leading Jacques Ellul scholar, Dr. Michael Morreli, as we unpack his reflections on technology, idolatry, modernity, and Christian Anarchism. If you enjoy the conversation, check out his book Theology, Ethics, and Technology in the Work of Jacques Ellul and Paul Virilio. Michael Morelli is Assistant Professor of Th…

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Tim Clement-Jones: Living with the Algorithm – Servant or Master? 41:23

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I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters, Kester Brewin, is joined by Lord Tim Clement-Jones. He is one of the leading voices in the UK House of Lords on AI regu…

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Beau Underwood: How the Mainline Helped Build Christian Nationalism 51:33

2M ago51:33

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In the face of the rising threat of Christian Nationalism to both church and democracy, Beau Underwood joins us to talk about how some of the hidden undercurrents are present not just among evangelical Christians, but in the mainline church, which is the theme of the book he co-wrote with Brian Kaylor, Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants He…

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Join Us For a New Online Book Club 20:41

1M ago20:41

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We're starting a Book Club, and you're invited! We talk about why we wanted to do this, how you can be involved, and the first book we'll discuss: The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism, by journalist Tim Alberta. The Book Club will be a weekly discussion on Fridays at 12pm ET starting August 2, 2024 (re…

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5. Faith & Politics 1:22:00

2M ago1:22:00

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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5. Faith & Politics 1:22:00

2M ago1:22:00

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By Dr. Tripp Fuller | Theologian, Philosopher, Minister

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Special Announcement on the Future of Homebrewed Christianity 38:47

2M ago38:47

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After 16 years of online theological exploration, Homebrewed Christianity is leveling up. I am joined by David, the HBC tech-guru David, to let you in on a few new projects we just launched and let you know a bit about what’s on the horizon. Class and Bring the Ivory Tower to Your Screen! After almost 2 years of work behind the scenes, I am thrille…

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How Is Tiling Without Repetition Possible? 39:17

2M ago39:17

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If you cover a surface with tiles, repetitive patterns always emerge — or do they? In this week’s episode, mathematician Natalie Priebe Frank and co-host Janna Levin discuss how recent breakthroughs in tiling can unlock structural secrets in the natural world. The post What Can Tiling Patterns Teach Us? first appeared on Quanta Magazine…

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