Best Manulife Investment Management Podcasts (2024)

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Investing, happily, ever after—is your portfolio set for a fairytale ending? (Part 2) 26:19

8d ago26:19

26:19

In part two of our happily, ever after series of Investments Unplugged, we continue to compare timeless tales to the current markets. In this conversation, we provide our updated outlook on bonds and discuss the outcome of global central banks starting their easing cycles. Tune into our new episode to learn more.…

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Episode 95: Investing, happily, ever after—is your portfolio set for a fairytale ending? 28:11

26d ago28:11

28:11

What comes to mind when we think of fairytales? Fairytales are a means to teach children aboutopportunities, risks, and how to navigate a complex world. While they usually end happily ever after, thepath to get there is usually riddled with challenges.In part one of this two-part series of Investments Unplugged, we look at the economy and equitymar…

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131: Digital Currencies & Control: Navigating Privacy in a Cashless World & Building Resilient Financial Strategies with Catherine Austin Fitts Part 2 25:18

30d ago25:18

25:18

In part 2 of Jason's talk with Catherine Austin Fitts, they discuss China's approach to Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which integrates CBDCs through commercial banks to avoid disrupting the existing banking system. They contrasted this with the European Central Bank's approach, which might eliminate traditional banks. Fitts expressed con…

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Episode 94: Explore the alternative route to your financial destination—Market Insights Monthly Special Edition 39:30

1M ago39:30

39:30

Strengthen your defence and sharpen your offence with Manulife liquid alternatives.Join us as we unveil our two new alternative fixed-income solutions. Hear from the lead portfoliomanagers of these strategies Chris Chapman and Roshan Thiru as they outline their investmentapproaches and delve into the key differentiators that set their teams apart.T…

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130: Unveiling Missing Trillions: Catherine Austin Fitts on Government Spending Part 1 28:31

1M ago28:31

28:31

Jason welcomes Catherine Austin Fitts, of the Solari Report back to his show after nearly eight years. Catherine, served as Assistant Secretary of Housing under George H.W. Bush. They discuss the disappearance of trillions of dollars from federal budgets, starting in the mid-90s and escalating over the years. By 2001, $4 trillion was unaccounted fo…

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Episode 93: Investing in real assets —Market Insights Monthly Special Edition 35:29

2M ago35:29

35:29

Sticky inflation, economic uncertainty, and geopolitical risks. Now isn’t exactly the time to let your guard down.Tune in to our new podcast episode with special guests Senior Portfolio Manager Eric Menzer, and Senior Managing Director Alex Catterick as they chat about private markets, alternative investments, and the importance of including real a…

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129: Networking with F.O.R.M. and Behavior Cues That Boost of Bust Your Credibility with Kare Anderson 34:57

2M ago34:57

34:57

When you're getting started in your field, networking events can be INCREDIBLY useful. But what is the best way to actually get the most out of an event that may only give you 30-60 minutes to network with those attending? Elisabeth lays out a technique called F.O.R.M. and breaks down each part of the acronym. Then, Jason Hartman talks with Kare An…

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Episode 92: Q&A - let's talk about recessions 35:10

3M ago35:10

35:10

Recession is a word that gets thrown around often. But what exactly is a recession and how does itimpact investors?Join us for an in-depth Q&A session as we weigh in on a topic that’s become front and center forinvestors. Find out what you can expect in a recession and why you shouldn’t wait for one to prepareyour portfolio.For all this and more, t…

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128: Navigating Financial Blind Spots: Expert Strategies for Abundant Generations 14:36

4M ago14:36

14:36

Welcome to the Women's Investing Network hosted by Sharon Lecter, featuring guest Eunicia Peret. Eunicia, a wealth advisor and strategist, aims to empower individuals to create generational abundance. The discussion highlights financial blind spots such as tax inefficiencies and inadequate wealth management strategies. Peret emphasizes the importan…

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Episode 91: Dividends in a different light—Market Insights Monthly Special Edition 29:50

4M ago29:50

29:50

Dividend investing is evolving, and so should your approach. Tune in to our new podcast episode to learn about the unique set of challenges faced by dividend investors in today’s environment. Hear from our very own Senior Portfolio Manager Chris Hensen as he weighs in on the shifting landscape and explores the dividend opportunity set through a dif…

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Episode 90: Darkest before dawn—are investors nearing an inflection point? 46:17

4M ago46:17

46:17

Make no mistake about it, the economy is dealing with its fair share of challenges. But are there bright spotsahead? In this podcast episode, we sit down with our Global Chief Economist and Strategist Frances Donald, as sheweighs in on the macro forces at play in 2024. Will global growth decline? Will central banks respond with ratecuts? For all th…

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127: The 5 Business Languages with Jessica Hickey 33:32

4M ago33:32

33:32

There will come a time when you'll be looking at selling one of your homes (or even your primary residence). What all goes into a selling a home and getting it ready for sale, however, is something that Elisabeth tackles today. Later she talks with Jessica Hickey, author of Stop Pushing String and CEO of 1029 Consulting, about the 5 business langua…

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126: Unveiling the Franchise Success Code: A Conversation with Top Consultant with Kim Daly 21:28

5M ago21:28

21:28

In this engaging conversation, Sharon Lecter interviews Kim Daly, a top franchising consultant, discussing Kim's unconventional journey from aspiring doctor to successful franchisee. The discussion covers the personal aspects of Kim's life, her entry into franchising, and the transformative power she found within the industry. Kim emphasizes the co…

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Episode 89: A look ahead to 2024—addressing your unanswered questions (part 2) 33:33

6M ago33:33

33:33

Episode 89: A look ahead to 2024—addressing your unanswered questions (part 2)After patiently waiting for many months, signs that our fixed income outlook may be coming to fruitionemerged at the end of last year. But what can we expect in 2024?In part 2 of our podcast episode, we focus on answering your frequently asked questions on fixedincome. Ar…

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Episode 89: A look ahead to 2024—addressing your unanswered questions 43:00

6M ago43:00

43:00

With 2024 in full swing, what’s our take on equities and bonds?Rather than sharing our views in our usual way, we’ve adopted a Q&A format to respond to some of themore pressing questions we’ve been getting on the road. Where’s the economy headed? What aresome of the main challenges for markets in the new year?To get your questions answered, tune in…

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Exemplify #1 – Tapping into the Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health 1:01:33

6M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

What we eat can have a profound effect on many aspects of mental health, including depression, anxiety and stress. We address the motivation and knowledge needed to make healthy nutrition choices for optimal mood as well as how to manage and prevent common mood disorders with nutrition. Lisa Spriet is a Registered Dietitian and Co-Owner of NutriPro…

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125: Building Your Real Estate Team and the First-Time Landlord's Guide to Renting a Single Family Home with Janet Portman 36:37

7M ago36:37

36:37

Ninety percent of small properties are owned by individual landlords, and millions in this group are balancing their landlord responsibilities with their daytime careers. Tune in as Jason and Janet discuss everything from landlord business basics and finding good tenants, to complying with applicable rental laws and dealing with problem tenants. Ja…

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Episode 88: Watching our bond scenario unfold: ready for phase 2? 33:02

7M ago33:02

33:02

Consumer exhaustion is kicking in, yields have come down, and the economy is beginning to show signsof slowing.Since outlining our three-themed bonds outlook, we’re finally getting an indication that it’s coming tofruition. As we get ready to transition to phase 2 (“duration is your friend”), investors could embracelonger duration on expectations t…

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124: Declining Home Sales- What It Means for Investors and Renters with Selma Hepp 27:05

8M ago27:05

27:05

Jason welcomes Selma Hepp, the Chief Economist of Core Logic. They discuss the challenging state of the real estate market and noted that the market was facing issues due to rising mortgage rates, which led to a decline in transactions and mortgage refinances. Additionally, she highlighted that existing homeowners were benefiting from this situatio…

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123: The Coming Perfect Housing Storm, The Dark Side of Airbnb and Short-Term Rentals with Melody Wright 45:59

9M ago45:59

45:59

Jason interviewed Melody Wright, a housing analyst and strategist, about the housing market. Melody shared her experience in the mortgage industry and her transition into real estate technology. They discussed her pessimistic outlook on the housing market due to issues like inventory shortage, short-term rental properties, and ‘shadow leverage’. Me…

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Episode 87: Under the microscope: looking closely at a potential recession 28:22

9M ago28:22

28:22

Episode 87: Under the microscope: looking closely at a potential recessionRecession—it’s a word that continues to dominate the minds of investors and economic scientists alike. We hear about it so often, it sometimes seems like our expectations and concerns magnify. Yet, there could be important information that some people don’t see. Let’s focus t…

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Episode 86 - Back to school—studying three investment themes 39:20

10M ago39:20

39:20

School has started once again. And while students return to their classrooms and books, investors’ minds turn to their portfolios, the economy, and the markets. But there’s so much to learn when it comes to managing your investments. So, what subjects have currently reached the forefront for the Capital Markets Strategy Team? Three key investment t…

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122: Uncover Hidden Money in Divorce: Red Flags and Financial Tips with Forensic Accountant Tracy Coenen 17:42

11M ago17:42

17:42

Forensic accountant Tracy Coenen discusses her book "Find Me the Money" with Jason. She highlights the ways money is hidden during divorces, from secret bank accounts to diverting paychecks. Tracy emphasizes the importance of understanding divorce processes, suggesting prenuptial agreements as smart financial planning for all. She addresses red fla…

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121: How the Women Investing Network Will Help You Succeed in Business and Life 24:45

11M ago24:45

24:45

Welcome to the Women Investing Network! Your hosts Elisabeth Embry and Jason Hartman got together to discuss, in detail, what you should expect from the show. The mission is simple: to help women succeed in business and life. The way to do it? Well, that's what the podcast is for... Key Takeaways: 1:53 How Elisabeth and Jason came up with the idea …

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Episode 85: In the spotlight—A.I. and interest rates 32:15

1y ago32:15

32:15

Many topics waltz across the minds of investors. They twirl through our thoughts and sometimes stepon our toes. Two things have been leading us lately: the rise of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and its role inthe markets, and the recent surprise Bank of Canada interest rate hike. We won’t dance around thesubjects—there are relevant inquiries that …

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120: Financial Literacy, Game Planning & Becoming Financially Empowered with Jennifer Beeston 14:05

1y ago14:05

14:05

Nationally known financial expert and mortgage originator. Featured in articles by USNews, Business Insider, NBC News, and countless others, Jennifer is a vocal crusader for making the mortgage process transparent and easy to understand. Her dedication to consumer advocacy and client education are a few of the reasons she is rated in the Top 1% of …

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Episode 84: Recurring tides—market questions that regularly roll in 25:58

1y ago25:58

25:58

Every so often, we find ourselves swimming in a sea of similar-sounding questions about what’s affecting or going to affect the markets. These inquiries come around on a regular basis, but do they hold any water when it comes to our investments? We brave the waves, look at some of these recurring questions, and ask, “As investors, do we care about …

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119: Building Generational Wealth Through Real Estate with Melissa Wyatt 14:35

1y ago14:35

14:35

Melissa Wyatt, founder and CEO of MW Enterprises LLC shares her journey to being a fabulous CEO and Real Estate Developer. She shares how she learned how to navigate the real estate industry and how aspiring real estate investors can also become successful. Melissa is an innovative and forward thinking entrepreneur, real estate developer, coach and…

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118: Unveiling the Secrets of Tax Sale Investing with Julia Spencer: How Maintaining Control Can Help You Profit from the Current Housing Shortage 19:18

1y ago19:18

19:18

Jason invites his friend Julia on the show to discuss tax sale investing, which is a form of direct real estate investing where one maintains control. He explains that direct investing can be more profitable, but requires more responsibility. He recommends utilizing the support network and resources available on JasonHartman.com to make the process…

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WIN 1 - How the Women Investing Network Will Help You Succeed in Business and Life 24:30

1y ago24:30

24:30

Welcome to the Women Investing Network! Your hosts Elisabeth Embry and Jason Hartman got together to discuss, in detail, what you should expect from the show. The mission is simple: to help women succeed in business and life. The way to do it? Well, that's what the podcast is for... Key Takeaways: [1:40] How Elisabeth and Jason came up with the ide…

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Episode 83: Uncertainty shock—looking at bank failures 37:34

1+ y ago37:34

37:34

Lightning struck some U.S. and European banks recently, and investors may be feeling like the jolt is still coursing through them. Frances Donald, Global Chief Economist and Strategist at Manulife Investment Management, joins the Capital Markets Strategy team to delve into current bank problems’ effects on the investment world and spark discussion …

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Episode 82: A.I.—far-reaching or far out? 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

37:05

Star Trek, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Terminator, Blade Runner, The Matrix—artificial intelligence (A.I.) has been a recurring science fiction theme for decades. But in fact, A.I. has come to the forefront of many discussions around scientific advances. Robotics, deep-learning models, smart cars, ChatGPT, and so on—where is this technology headed? …

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117: A Century of US Monetary & Fiscal Policy, Debt as a Percentage of GDP, Cycles of Inflation, Lyn Alden 41:09

1+ y ago41:09

41:09

Today Jason welcomes Lyn Alden. Lyn provides tens of thousands of investors per month with research, information, and tools to help them build wealth and reach financial freedom. Some of her content is aimed at new investors, while the most of her topical articles are aimed at more experienced investors. Her research services cater to institutional…

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Episode 81: All that glisters is not gold—why bonds may be better than GICs 20:32

1+ y ago20:32

20:32

To bond or not to bond? That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to invest in bonds or guaranteed interest certificates (GICs) preoccupies many investors. Where would William Shakespeare put his money and why? Who knows? But we have reasons for believing bonds may be the better option for today’s investors:• Looking back over past perf…

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116: Building Your Real Estate Team and the First-Time Landlord's Guide to Renting a Single Family Home with Janet Portman 36:21

1+ y ago36:21

36:21

Ninety percent of small properties are owned by individual landlords, and millions in this group are balancing their landlord responsibilities with their daytime careers. Tune in as Jason and Janet discuss everything from landlord business basics and finding good tenants, to complying with applicable rental laws and dealing with problem tenants. Ja…

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115: Goal Setting and Managing Your Financial Life with Nancy Doyle 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

30:05

Elisabeth Embry opens up the show with the importance of goal setting. It's crucial that you know what you want to achieve, and have metrics that show whether or not you're on the right path. She also looks at what types of goals you should set, and which types of goals you should avoid. Later she talks with Nancy Doyle, author of Manage Your Finan…

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114: Cash on Cash Return and 7 Steps to Success in Business with Lori Ann LaRocco 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

44:23

There's a term that is used in real estate investing frequently that isn't always measured the same way, and it's called cash on cash return. Elisabeth breaks down a property she found in Memphis to give a real life example of determining what the cash on cash return would be based on all the factors the equation uses. Later, Jason Hartman intervie…

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Episode 80: 2023 market outlook—what the signals are telling us 32:55

1+ y ago32:55

32:55

A new year has arrived. Many investors are breathing a collective sigh of relief that 2022 is done and are looking for indicators of better investment opportunities and returns in 2023. Financial needles point toward shifting economic conditions, but what types of changes will we see?• What are we looking at to help determine what the coming year m…

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113: Gratitude and a Memphis Property Tour 33:16

1+ y ago33:16

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By Jason Hartman

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Episode 79: Out of the hospital—three opportunities for fixed-income investors 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

39:27

Cold and flu season struck and early and hard in 2022. It has also been a somewhat sick time in the markets this past year. Could 2023 give investors a chance to start easing the sniffles, coughs, aches, and pains of the volatility we’ve experienced? Let’s use our stethoscopes and thermometers to examine three phases of potential opportunity in bon…

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Episode 78: Lessons learned—a conversation with Dan Janis 41:16

1+ y ago41:16

41:16

This special episode features a discussion with our soon-retiring colleague and friend, Dan Janis, Co-Head of Global Multi-Sector Fixed Income at Manulife Investment Management. We get insights into Danny’s life, career, and team, and what he’s discovered about being a good advisor and sound money manager.• What has Dan learned about managing inves…

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Episode 77: Eyeing the bond markets 31:21

1+ y ago31:21

31:21

Episode 77: Eyeing the bond marketsUnusually painful performance in fixed-income investments this past year seems to be blurring investors’ vision. We see potential opportunity in current and future economic conditions. Is fixed income worth a second look? Let’s turn our sight to some financial factors related to bonds:• how a recession can affect …

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112: Florida Hurricane Shakes up Real Estate Markets & Lady Landlords: Self Managing from Abroad, Becky Nova 45:19

1+ y ago45:19

45:19

Welcome to Women Investing Network Podcast, Episode 112! Join Jason Hartman today as he takes you through recent natural disasters and how they affect you as homeowners, investors, and how they affect the overall supply and demand dynamic of the real estate markets. Jason discusses Joseph Schumpeter and creative destruction, and breaks down some st…

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Episode 76: Back to (still in) investment school 35:32

2y ago35:32

35:32

For children, school has begun again. For investors, school is never really out. What subjects should you pay attention to? Will the bell ring to end to the unexpected market volatility of 2022? Our resident Capital Markets Strategy instructors have written some relevant topics on their chalkboard. They cover:• rising inflation and interest rates• …

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111: The Power of Authentic Network: Do Well by Doing Good, Julie Jumonville & The Geyser Group 12:43

2y ago12:43

12:43

Your host Sharon Lechter, the premier expert for financial literacy and entrepreneurial success, is joined today by Julie Jumonville, founding partner of The Geyser Group, a privately held commercial real estate sponsor and investor headquartered in Austin, Texas. The Geyser Group is a pioneer in sustainable developments, with some great projects i…

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110 FBF: Pruning Your Portfolio & Character & Grit, The Power of Passion & Perseverance with Angela Duckworth 34:32

2y ago34:32

34:32

Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 1070, published last October 15, 2018. Jason Hartman starts today's episode with his friend Matt Andrews, as the two discuss why they enjoy real estate and how they discover new ways to produce profit in their real estate deals, as well as the need for you to prune your portfolio. Then, for his 10th episode,…

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109: Bringing Innovative West-Coast Design Aesthetic to the Heart of the Southeast! Meg Epstein, CA South Development 16:24

2y ago16:24

16:24

Your host Sharon Lechter is joined today by Meg Epstein, founder and CEO of CA South Real Estate Development and Investment Management. Meg’s mission is to develop modern, lifestyle-efficient projects changing the way people interact with their communities, while bringing a West-coast design aesthetic to the heart of the Southeast. Meg Epstein’s vi…

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Episode 75: On the road again, and answering some top-of-mind questions 36:55

2y ago36:55

36:55

With in-person interactions once again becoming the norm, this summer, the Capital Markets Strategy team has been criss-crossing the country, meeting with advisors and clients, and speaking at events. We’re truly enjoying the face-to-face interaction and responding to inquiries from people we meet. Wherever we go, some common questions are popping …

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108: Road to Success as a Commercial Real Estate Rockstar: Beth Azor - ‘The Canvassing Queen™’ 19:18

2y ago19:18

19:18

Welcome to another episode of the Women Investing Network Podcast with your host Sharon Lechter. Today’s guest is another incredible woman who has been breaking ground and paving the way for others in the commercial real estate sector: Beth Azor. Affectionately known as ‘The Canvassing Queen™’ Beth Azor is the founder and owner of Azor Advisory Ser…

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107: Build a Luxury Short-Term Rental Cash Flow Portfolio! Rachel Gainsbrugh 32:17

2y ago32:17

32:17

Jason Hartman is joined today by luxury short term rental specialist and rising star Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh. Rachel is an expert in luxury short term rental properties and creates memorable experiences for her guests in unique locations and self-manages her rentals by utilizing a team, tech, and systems she has implemented over the last 2 years. Enj…

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