Best Johnny Payne Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 359 - Ranking Neil Young LP 1:01:37

8h ago1:01:37

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It is Wednesday people and we're starting our Journey Through The Past by ranking Neil Young's eponymous LP.

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S5 Ep1: Michael Cheika Maaaaaate! 1:03:05

15h ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Payno and Hask kick off Season 5 with a banger as they dive into the extraordinary career of Michael Cheika, heading up to Leicester to meet the Premiership’s biggest off-season signing. Cheika’s coaching journey spans the globe, with stints in Italy, France, Ireland, Australia, Japan, Argentina, and even Lebanon’s national rugby league team. In th…

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(TEASER) Episode 358 - Buffalo Springfield 10:28

12h ago10:28

10:28

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Buffalo Springfield are good?

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(Teaser) Episode 357 - Cool Stories In Rock 7:13

12d ago7:13

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SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife IWOL classic. Possibly our favourite episode in about 3 years.By the beatles, gary mallaber, marlena shaw, jackie wilson, neil young, cool stories in rock

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Episode 356 - Life At Third Man (Feat. Hotline TNT) 1:06:22

13d ago1:06:22

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We have a wonderful conversation with Will and Lucky, from Third Man Records Band, "Hotline T.N.T. It's a Raiders of the Lost Ark scene over there.By Hotline T.N.T

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(TEASER) Episode 355 - Oasis Part 2 10:40

12d ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife It's Sunday folks - James is still keyed up on Oasis and we rank Noel Gallagher.

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31. Michael Duignan - My Movie DNA 1:26:53

12d ago1:26:53

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In episode 31, Johnny talks to New Zealand director Michael Duignan. Michael’s debut feature - The Paragon - premiered last year at the New Zealand International Film Festival, and blew audiences away. Made for a budget of just $25,000 NZD - the dictionary definition of making something ‘off the smell of an oily rag’ - The Paragon is a sci-fi-comed…

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Episode 354 - Oasis 1:01:50

22d ago1:01:50

1:01:50

D' You Know What I Mean?

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(TEASER) Episode 353 - The Classic Rock Theme Song 9:20

20d ago9:20

9:20

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife A Sunday Slice o' Life. We catch up with Johnny's and on his current recording project with Sam Blasucci - while James has been watching episodes of "Classic Albums," and is obsessing about the theme song again.…

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Episode 352 - Sam Blasucci 1:05:32

29d ago1:05:32

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Sam is recording at Johnny's compound, they took time out of their exhaustive schedule to talk to about all things music. So, The Beatles. SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS TO MORE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife

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(TEASER) Episode 351 - The Music of Badfinger 9:36

1M ago9:36

9:36

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Ever wanted to listen to people talk about the Music of Badfinger and not stray deeply into the tragedy of their lives ? This my be the episode for you.

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Episode 350 - Ringo vs Charlie (Part 2) 1:01:55

1M ago1:01:55

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The continuing story of Ringo and Charlie. We also discuss CCR's recent unexpected surge in popularity. Are they the Ultimate Summer Band? Peace and Love.

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(TEASER) Episode 349 - Charlie Vs Ringo (Part 1) 11:28

1M ago11:28

11:28

Still Olympic obsessed. Still Drum obsessed. We rank Charlie Watts and Ringo Star, in an attempt to get a full sense of why this drumming "pact of restraint" has yielded the two biggest bands in the universe has ever seen. SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife…

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Episode 348 - Did Paul McCartney Produce Abbey Road? 1:00:33

1M ago1:00:33

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The evidence is clear, so let Johnny break is down for you.

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30. Grant Major (Academy Award Winning Production Designer) - My Movie DNA 1:13:07

1M ago1:13:07

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In episode 30, Johnny talks to Academy Award-winning art director and production designer Grant Major. Described by Vanity Fair as ‘the architect of New Zealand’s greatest cinematic achievements’, Grant has an impressive body of work. His work in the early 1990s on Jane Campion’s An Angel At My Table led him to work with Peter Jackson on Heavenly C…

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Episode 347 - The Beatles Character Theory 10:08

2M ago10:08

10:08

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife "Those that fail to learn from history are condemned to repeat it." Are we as musicians just a reliving the life of a member of The Beatles from some stage in their life? And we watch some Olympics.…

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Episode 346 - The Alan Parsons Maxton Hunter Project 1:07:08

2M ago1:07:08

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We're joined by friend of the pod Maxton Hunter to discuss Sitars and working at ParSonics Studio with none other than audio engineer legend Alan Parsons. Maxton also challenges Johnny to a Beatles one second challenges.

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(TEASER) Episode 345 - Timothée Chalamet vs Bob Dylan 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife A classic Sunday Slice of life - just trying to figure out the future of culture and what not.

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S4: Johnny Fisher - Boxing's Next "World-Class Prospect" | The Lock-In 37:55

2M ago37:55

37:55

Tune into "The Lock-In" with James Haskell as he chats with heavyweight boxer Johnny Fisher, the man Eddie Hearn calls Fisher a "world-class prospect". The history graduate played a bit of rugby at Exeter University but admits he'd rather trade punches than be hoisted in a rugby line-out. Get the scoop on his training, nutrition, and of course fami…

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Episode 344 - Drummers Of The World Unite ft Noah Bond & Christopher Icasiano 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

...You have nothing to lose but the pockets that bind you. In an IWOL exclusive we are joined by drummers and all around beautiful people, Noah Bond (Cut Worms) and Christopher Icasiano (Fleet Foxes), representing and defending all drummers worldwide for their crimes against soundchecks.By James Younger & Johnny Payne

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(TEASER) Episode 343 - Sean Lennon's Mind Games 9:35

2M ago9:35

9:35

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Happy Sunday! There is a new Giles Martin in town and he won't rest until John Lennon's legacy is destroyed. The lads listen to the latest act of Beatlesy historical revisionism, as Sean Lennon decides remix "Mind Games." Prepared to …

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Episode 342 - John Bonham 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Drummers beware - this episode might not be for you.By James Younger & Johnny Payne

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29. Dave Wain (Snips Movies) - My Movie DNA 1:15:15

2M ago1:15:15

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In episode 29, Johnny talks to Dave Wain, one of the last bastions of the video rental industry. Dave runs Snips Movies, one of the UK’s last video stores. The shop, situated in the Wirral near Liverpool, boasts an impressive selection of over 15,000 movies, all available to rent for the great price of 3 for £5. The depth of the range available is …

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S4: GBR Reacts: Ireland beat the Boks | England come close in NZ | Wales fall short to Wallabies 51:27

2M ago51:27

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As Ireland beat World Champions South Africa, GBR reacts to the big games of the weekend with Mike Tindall, Shane Horgan & Jon "Fox" Davies. GBR Reacts is sponsored by Continental Tyres.By Folding Pocket

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(TEASER) - Episode 341 - Good Drummer? 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Classic episode. Good Drummer? We make the necessary adjustments to the categories to be able to rank drummers, then test it out on Grohl.

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Episode 340 - The 100 Best Beatles Solo Songs Ft Flyte 1:07:43

2M ago1:07:43

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We are joined by Nick and Will from Flyte, two of the most Beatlesy guys we know, to try and guess The Rolling Stone "Top 100 Best Beatles Solo Songs List. Good times all the way.By James Younger & Johnny Payne

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S4: GBR Reacts: All Blacks v England | Australia v Wales | Springboks v Ireland 49:27

2M ago49:27

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Following an action-packed weekend of international rugby, Alex Payne catches up with Mike Tindall, Jon “Fox” Davies, and Shane Horgan to analyse the weekend's events. Season 4 is sponsored by Continental TyresBy Folding Pocket

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(TEASER) Episode 339 - The Musicians' Entrance 10:04

2M ago10:04

10:04

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife It's a bluesy slice of life folks.

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Episode 338 - We Rank Paul Simon 1:05:12

3M ago1:05:12

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Summer is here and the time is right to go ranking Paul Simon - cue bad fashion scores.

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S4: GBR Reacts: Jack Willis at the double 32:05

3M ago32:05

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Hask is joined by Jack Willis following Toulouse's victory in the Top 14. After the collapse of his previous club Wasps, Jack has achieved great success, winning two Top 14 titles and the Champions Cup. We delve into Toulouse's 3-day celebration, his England Exile, and the possibility of him joining the Lions Tour in 2025. Season 4 is proudly spons…

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(TEASER) Episode 337 - The Worst Songs Of All Time 9:20

3M ago9:20

9:20

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife we were really tired.

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Episode 336 - Paige Stark's Alternative Revival 1:02:32

3M ago1:02:32

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We catch up with friend of the pod Paige Stark to talk about her new E.P "Good at Love." We also break down the idea of what it means to be an "Alternative" artist in 2024.

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S4: James Haskell does Tour de France 41:19

3M ago41:19

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Hask heads to Monaco to delve into the secrets of the Tour de France, the pinnacle of cycling. Joining forces with 2018 Tour champion Geraint Thomas and ex-Ineos Grenadiers captain Luke Rowe, they delve into topics like mental toughness, proper nutrition, flicking, and the dreaded saddle sores. This podcast covers all the bases! Season 4 of The Goo…

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S4: GBR Reacts: Japan v England 33:06

3M ago33:06

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International rugby is back! Payno, Tins, and Jonny May share their thoughts on the first weekend of the Summer Tests, discussing Japan vs England and Barbarians vs Fiji. And don't miss Mike Tindall's take on the Boks' first appearance since lifting the World Cup. Season 4 of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby is sponsored by Continental Tyres.…

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(TEASER) Episode 335 - The Johnny Payne Blues Band 10:40

3M ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife The fellas' catch up before Johnny's big solo show in Vancouver

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Episode 334 - Happy Birthday Macca 1:05:43

3M ago1:05:43

1:05:43

It's Paul's birthday so we listen and react to the new Wings live album "One Hand Clapping." And have a nice chat about the idea of urgency, danger and rock and roll within the rock revivalism today.By James Younger & Johnny Payne

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S4 Ep46: Kyle Sinckler | "I let the country down" 1:18:46

3M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

Payno and Tins welcome Kyle Sinckler and Jonny May to GBR HQ for the last studio show of the season. Both players can't wait to play for the Barbarians this weekend before heading off to France with their new club contracts. In a rare interview Kyle opens up about falling out of favour with England, but he still has ambitions to wear the Red Rose a…

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28. Stevee Taylor - My Movie DNA 1:25:04

3M ago1:25:04

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In episode 28, Johnny talks to Stevee Taylor, a fellow Kiwi cinephile and a member of the Letterboxd crew here in New Zealand. A couple of years ago, Stevee interviewed Johnny as part of her Masters thesis exploring how movie-watching had changed during the COVID pandemic, and it felt like the right time to return the favour and get Stevee on the s…

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(TEASER) Episode 333 - The Lemon Twigs Album Breakdown 10:40

3M ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife We get together and discuss the references seeping out of the sleeve of the newest record from Heritage Revivalist Juggernauts - The Lemon Twigs.

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S4 Ep45: Hask Is Back! 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

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Payno and Tins are reunited with the Hask. Its our original combo - the ready salted of pods. Hask bleeds green, black and yellow following Northampton's epic triumph at Twickenham and we pick an England Team to take on the All Blacks on July 6th… Marcus Smith or Fin Smith, Alex Mitchell or Ben Spencer? International rugby is just around the corner…

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(TEASER) Episode 332 - Live From Mexico, it's James Younger! 10:00

3M ago10:00

10:00

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Johnny is back from Italy and James is poolside in Mexico. We swap some IWOL travel horror stories and talk about Mexican cover bands.By James Younger & Johnny Payne

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S4 Ep44: Finals and Farewells 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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On this week’s show Alex, Tins and Jonny May are joined by Tom Wood who captained Northampton to Premiership glory 10 years ago. We preview highly anticipated final between Saints and Bath, which is completely sold out. As we bid farewell to Courtney Lawes from English rugby this weekend, our lads also take a moment to honour the incredible contrib…

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(TEASER) Episode 331 - Johnny and James' Mid-Life Crisis 10:40

4M ago10:40

10:40

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Happy Sunday Folks! On the eve of James' birthday, the fellas decide to get a little existential. Too Much Perspective.

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S4 Ep43: Ben Earl - England's High Flyer 1:06:45

4M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Alex, Tins and Jonny May are joined for a Bank Holiday episode by the Saracens and England flanker Ben Earl. The foursome talk golf, snooker, recovery, Lions ambitions, England under Eddie Jones, personal development, Zak Crawley, and how being around the alphas at Sarries helped Ben grow as a player and a person. They also dig into a fascinating C…

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(TEASER) Episode 330 - Predicting Apple Music Top 20 10:33

4M ago10:33

10:33

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Happy Sunday Folks!

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27. Michele Kaufman - My Movie DNA 1:08:20

4M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

In episode 27, Johnny talks to Michele Kaufman, one half of the team behind Enjoy The Ride Records. Michele works alongside label founder Ross Shotland at Enjoy The Ride in Long Island, New York. The label specialises in releases in a variety of genres and formats - movie soundtracks, TV soundtracks, video game soundtracks, and stand-up comedy, all…

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Episode 329 - Game 7 with Jay Onrait 1:04:38

4M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

It's one of the pleasures of our life to be joined by Canadian Sports Anchor, Television Personality and all around Icon, Jay Onrait. He called Impossible Way Of Life on his drive-time commute to TSN HQ, to discuss his love for Real Estate, Pavement, his halcyon days as a member of the Hair Metal community of Alberta, and simply chat about his deep…

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S4 Ep42: The Champions Cup Final Preview 1:15:42

4M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Alex, Tins and Will Greenwood are together to discuss the Investec Champions Cup Final between Toulouse and Leinster - but why has Will got his guns out? They discuss where the game will be won and lost, who has a bigger point to prove and which team is like a Ferrari. The guys also speak to Jonny May ahead of his final game for Gloucester in the C…

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(TEASER) 328 Apple Music 100 Best Albums 10:28

4M ago10:28

10:28

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflife Happy Sunday folks! We react to Apple Music's Top 100 Albums and find out which Classical Musician has the biggest Spotify Account.

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Episode 327 - Benny, Baez, Bon Jovi 1:10:13

4M ago1:10:13

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Real special episode today. We are joined by musician Benny Trokan. We chat about playing with Spoon, Lee Fields, and the late Charles Bradley. With a new record in the pipeline, we chat about his solo music. We also make an abridged version of The White Album and get Joan Baez confused for Bon Jovi.…

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