Best Ruddy Games Podcasts (2024)

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Bred A Blue: Episode 33. Ryan Ledson 22:11

1M ago22:11

22:11

The latest guest on our Bred a Blue podcast series is Preston North End midfielder, Ryan Ledson.Ledson first came to Everton’s attention when he was just four-years-old and he completed the full journey in 2014 when he made his senior team debut.He speaks about his upbringing with the Blues and being handed his Under-21s debut by Alan Stubbs when h…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 32. Jamie Speare 24:34

2M ago24:34

24:34

The latest guest on our Bred a Blue podcast series is former Everton reserves goalkeeper, Jamie Speare.By his own admission, the mention of his name to Toffees of a certain age will only prompt the response ‘his name rings a bell’, but in the mid-late 1990s, Speare was one of a number of young goalkeepers waiting in vain for Neville Southall to giv…

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Final Day Dramatic Everton Games 36:25

2M ago36:25

36:25

The latest Official Everton Podcast is all about last day dramas!Evertonians have had more than their fair share of mixed emotions on the final day of a football season and host Darren Griffiths is joined by Dave Prentice and Gavin Buckland to look back at some of them.We feature the last-gasp escapes of 1994, 1998, 2022 and 2023 – and hear from on…

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The Story of Soleta Golf Club with David Leadbetter and David Turner 50:06

2M ago50:06

50:06

On this week's show, Ryan hears the story of the Soleta Golf Club near Sarasota, Fla., from managing partner David Turner and elite instructor David Leadbetter, who is an owner in the project and helped tap Nick Price to develop the club. The story of how it all comes together is a fascinating look into how a golf property goes from conception to r…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 31. Phil Jevons 21:42

3M ago21:42

21:42

The latest guest on our Bred a Blue podcast series is former striker Phil Jevons.Jevons joined the Everton Academy as a schoolboy and went on to make nine senior appearances under Walter Smith.He recalls his early days at Netherton and Bellefield when the ‘friendly and challenging environment’ helped him develop, playing alongside the likes of Leon…

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Telling the story of Augusta National caddies with Ward Clayton 32:18

3M ago32:18

32:18

Ryan Ballengee is joined by journalist and author Ward Clayton to talk about his book, "The Legendary Caddies of Augusta National: Inside Stories from Golf's Greatest Stage." Ward talks about the history of caddying at Augusta National from the club's founding to now and the importance of the caddies now getting their due in the Augusta and bigger …

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Everton Goalkeeper Podcast Special 47:19

4M ago47:19

47:19

The latest Official Everton Podcast is all about goalkeepers!Everton and England number one Jordan Pickford recently celebrated his 30th birthday and we thought it was as good a time as any to look back at the men who have stood between the sticks at Goodison across the decades.Darren Griffiths is joined by regular contributors Dave Prentice and Ga…

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Hughes Norton, agent to Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, looks back on his career 37:02

4M ago37:02

37:02

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by legendary agent Hughes Norton to discuss his career and new book, "Rainmaker." He talks about his experiences with Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, can't miss players who did, superstars who thought they knew it all and so much more.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Irish golf architect, author and fascinating man Pat Ruddy 46:36

4M ago46:36

46:36

On this week's show, Ryan shares his converation with Irish golf architect and author Pat Ruddy, whose masterpiece, The European Club, Ryan played during his summer 2023 trip to Ireland. Ruddy is a fascinating man, and he takes us through his life, his architecture career, influences and more.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Taking risks, making headcovers and giving back with Bluetross' Marc Hanson 56:00

5M ago56:00

56:00

On this week's episode, Ryan is joined by Bluetross co-founder Marc Hanson, kicking off our "Because of Golf" era of the show. Ryan and Marc talk about the risks he's taken in creating his golf headcover and accessories brand, how he got started, why he decided to do it, finding materials like leather and all of the fun and challenges of being an e…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 30. John Ruddy & Lukas Jutkiewicz 29:07

5M ago29:07

29:07

Our latest Bred a Blue podcast is a little bit different!We travelled to Birmingham City’s training complex to catch up with John Ruddy and Lukas Jutkiewicz – two players who had one game each for the Everton's senior team but have since compiled excellent professional careers.Ruddy came from Cambridge United in 2005 and Jutkiewicz arrived from Swi…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 29. Sean O'Hanlon 24:58

5M ago24:58

24:58

Our latest Bred a Blue podcast guest is the answer to a great quiz question!Who is the only player to have been a teammate of Paul Gascoigne, Wayne Rooney and Jordan Pickford?Top marks if you went for former Everton reserves centre-half Sean O’Hanlon.Known throughout football as ‘Chief’, O’Hanlon never quite made the breakthrough at Everton after j…

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GNN TV, PGA Show party, PGA Tour parity and Puttshack's Joe Vrankin 1:05:12

6M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

On our first show of 2024, Ryan looks back on the PGA Show, looks forward to Golf News Net TV, talks about what's been going on in professional golf (inside and outside the ropes) and is joined by Puttshack CEO Joe Vrankin to talk about his business. Winter is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome cold weather pullovers a…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 28. Carl Howarth 21:10

6M ago21:10

21:10

Carl Howarth is very much a part of the Everton Senior Men's set-up at Finch Farm.He’s a physiotherapist and his story is a fascinating one.Howarth is the latest podcast guest on our Bred a Blue series, having started his professional career at Everton before being released without playing a senior game.As a team-mate of Leon Osman, Tony Hibbert, F…

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Fleetwood On Ryder Cup Success & Love For The Blues 12:28

6M ago12:28

12:28

European Ryder Cup hero and lifelong Evertonian, Tommy Fleetwood, was at Goodison Park recently for the game against Manchester City.He took the gold trophy, won by Europe against the USA in Rome in the autumn, onto the pitch before the game to thunderous applause from the fans.Before he walked up the tunnel, Fleetwood sat down with Graham Stuart f…

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Our Ireland golf adventure (Part 2) 1:10:08

7M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

On this special podcast, Ryan Ballengee, Brendan Sweeney and Club Choice Ireland's Tiernan Byrne recap the second half of their Ireland trip together, including the best towns and spots to hit in Wexford City, Kilkenny and Dublin, as well as the rounds they played Rosslare, Mount Juliet and Druids Glen. To get started on your Ireland trip, check ou…

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Our Ireland golf adventure (Part 1) 38:02

7M ago38:02

38:02

On this special podcast, Ryan Ballengee, Brendan Sweeney and Club Choice Ireland's Tiernan Byrne recap the first half of their Ireland trip together, including the best towns and spots to hit in Malahide, Baltray, Portmarnock and Dublin, as well as the rounds they played County Louth, Portmarnock Links and The European Club. To get started on your …

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Pro golf is killing itself, my year of golf and Hilton Grand Vacations' Mark Wang 53:46

7M ago53:46

53:46

On this week's show, Ryan talks about the events of the last week, with Jon Rahm going to LIV, as well as the subsequent fallout, and how that has damaged professional golf. Then, on happier terms, Ryan talks about his year in golf and what he's looking forward to next year. Finally, Mark Wang, President and CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations, joins to …

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Rollback is coming, the PGA-LIV public negotiation and PGA HOPE 55:21

8M ago55:21

55:21

On this week's show, Ryan gets into the Golf Digest report of the forthcoming golf ball rollback for all golfers -- why it happened this way, how it'll work and when it'll happen. Then it's time to talk about the game of public negotiating between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund. Finally, our guest is Sgt. Keniel Martinez, who joi…

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Andy Gray's Everton Career 50:05

8M ago50:05

50:05

Our latest Official Everton Podcast looks back at the all-too-brief, but nonetheless spectacular, Everton career of Andy Gray.November 2023 represents 40 years since the Scottish centre-forward joined the Blues.Gray was plucked from Wolverhampton Wanderers by Howard Kendall and went on to have an unbelievable impact on a team that went from struggl…

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Camilo Villegas' emotional Bermuda win, and how did the new fall go 54:02

8M ago54:02

54:02

On this week's show, Ryan looks at Camilo Villegas' emotional win in Bermuda and what resonated in the remarkable moments after the win. We look at the new pro golf fall to see what went right and maybe what went wrong. Finally, a little PSA about where golf content comes from these days.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Trinity Project: Episode Four. Minds 22:39

8M ago22:39

22:39

Host Darren Griffiths sits down with the Charity’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Minds Lead, Mike Salla to discuss how Minds will offer comprehensive mental health provision to everyone when it is needed whilst promoting ‘living well’ and ‘ageing well’ with dementia.We also listen to a powerful piece from a former veteran turned participant an…

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Trinity Project: Episode Three. Thrives 18:41

8M ago18:41

18:41

Director of Youth and Support, Lara King joins host Darren Griffiths to chat about the Trinity Project and its five-year strategy and reveals how Thrives will tackle issues such as anti-social behaviour, empower individuals with disabilities and create thriving, healthy families within L4 and beyond.We also hear how one person is ‘thriving’ as a me…

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Trinity Project: Episode Two. Learns 26:26

8M ago26:26

26:26

Darren chats to Director of Lifelong Learning, Mike Finn this week as we get to grips with the first of three pillars Everton in the Community is launching as part of Trinity Project. As well as delving into the Learns pillar, we also hear from a participant, Evie on how Everton in the Community is inspiring her to become an actor, whilst goalkeepe…

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Trinity Project: Episode One. The Next Five-Years For Everton in the Community 24:29

8M ago24:29

24:29

Everton in the Community's Chief Executive Officer Sue Gregory is our guest in the first of a new series which showcases the charity's five-year plan to build stronger communities and brighter futures.Presented by Darren Griffiths, we hear how the charity is embarking on a bold and transformative mission to empower people and communities across Liv…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 27. Jonjoe Kenny 24:55

8M ago24:55

24:55

Our latest Bred a Blue podcast features a boyhood Toffee whose football journey thus far has taken him from Kirkdale to Berlin, with several outposts in between!Jonjoe Kenny progressed through all the Academy age groups to make 69 appearances for the Everton senior team before leaving in 2022 to join Bundesliga outfit Hertha Berlin.Along the way, h…

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PGA Tour for-profit perils, pros betting on golf and PXG's Scott Kim 54:03

9M ago54:03

54:03

On this week's show, Ryan gets into the potential problems facing the PGA Tour as it operates more as a for-profit organization, as well as the problems facing the pro game as it embraces legalized betting. PXG's LPGA Tour manager Scott Kim joins the show as well to talk about the incredible year the brand has enjoyed. It's getting cold out there, …

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LIV Golf is done (for now), my kids love golf (for now) and college golf camps 54:44

9M ago54:44

54:44

On this week's show, Ryan starts by talking about the joy of taking his kids to the driving range and seeing them enjoy golf. Then he gets into LIV Golf's season finale and what might happen next, as well as a new place to play for PGA Tour players (the DP World Tour!). College Golf Experience founder and good buddy Josh Jacobs joins me to talk abo…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 26. Fraser Hornby 21:08

9M ago21:08

21:08

Despite the fact that he’s only just turned 24 years of age, Fraser Hornby already has a fascinating football story to tell.The former Everton striker is the latest guest in our Bred a Blue podcast series that features former Academy players.Hornby made just one senior appearance for the Blues, but he’s played top-flight football in Belgium, France…

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PGA Tour-Saudi deal in doubt, Lexi does great in Vegas, using your emotions in golf 55:23

9M ago55:23

55:23

On this week's show, Ryan looks at the state of the PGA Tour/DP World Tour/Saudi Public Investment Fund deal and why it looks to be in doubt. Then Lexi Thompson did a great job in Vegas and repped herself well. Finally, Angel Yin broke through on the LPGA, and there's something we can learn from her win.…

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Solheim Cup, Ryder Cup, My Trip to Europe and Peter Jacobsen 1:09:43

10M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

On this week's show, Ryan reviews the Solheim Cup and Ryder Cup, including what went right and wrong at each on and off the course. Ryan then digs into his trip to Europe bookended by both incredible team golf events, along with a 36-hour layover in Munich for Oktoberfest. Finally, Peter Jacobsen joins to talk about the upcoming World Champions Cup…

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Colin Harvey's Everton Career - 60 Years On 44:40

10M ago44:40

44:40

Last month saw the 60th anniversary of the Everton debut of a genuine Club legend!The Blues were the reigning Champions and were paired with Italian giants Inter Milan in the preliminary round of the European Cup.The first leg at Goodison Park ended in a goalless draw and for the return in the San Siro, manager Harry Catterick handed a first ever s…

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Our trip to Ireland (Part 2) and a college golf debacle 1:02:40

10M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

On this week's show, Ryan goes over the second half of the trip to Ireland, including where to play and stay, as well as what else to see while in Ireland's Ancient East. He kicks off the show by going into a fascinating but colossal problem in college golf. Check out Swannies for the best golf apparel, including great polos, hoodies and T-shirt ho…

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Our trip to Ireland (Part 1) and the Ryder Cup teams are set 56:30

10M ago56:30

56:30

On this week's show, Ryan is back from Ireland and gets into the first half of the epic 10-day adventure to the Emerald Isle, including travel tips, hotels and courses to play, landmarks to visit and more. Of course, with the Ryder Cup just a few weeks away, the teams are now in focus as well. Check out Swannies for the best golf apparel, including…

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The Everton Heritage Society Podcast 27:28

10M ago27:28

27:28

The Everton FC Heritage Society was founded by Dr David France OBE in 2008.Within its ranks are Evertonian authors, collectors and statisticians, and the society primarily exists to promote and preserve the heritage of Everton Football Club.It also promotes and provides support for The Everton Collection Trust.And, of course, they are a wonderful a…

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US Solheim Cup pick Cheyenne Knight joins; Vik wins the FedEx Cup 48:31

11M ago48:31

48:31

On this week's show, Ryan is joined by two-time LPGA Tour winner Cheyenne Knight as she is a pick for the US Solheim Cup team going to Spain. What is it like getting picked? Who will she play with? What does she think about her team? Ryan also discusses the Tour Championship finale, Vik's win and what the playoffs mean.…

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An Improved FedEx Cup Playoffs and Your Trip to Ireland 1:05:21

11M ago1:05:21

1:05:21

On this week's show, Ryan Ballengee talks about the FedEx Cup playoffs to date and a new idea to make them more volatile and even more engaging. Then Ryan is joined by Club Choice Ireland's Tiernan Byrne and GNN Radio contributor Brendan Sweeney to talk about our upcoming trip to Ireland and the things you need to know before planning your own trip…

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JT misses the playoffs, Bryson shoots 58 and talking golf communities 43:51

11M ago43:51

43:51

On this week's show, Ryan talks about his recent experience in French Lick and the importance of finding communities in golf. Then he gets into Justin Thomas missing the revamped FedEx Cup playoffs and what implications there might be from Bryson DeChambeau shooting 58 on LIV.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Harman's Open, Akshay's Status and Bob Does Sports' Robby Berger 56:41

12M ago56:41

56:41

On this week's show, Ryan talks about Brian Harman's impressive Open triumph, Akshay Bhatia's win at the Barracuda, the Evian's place among the LPGA majors and more. He's also joined by Bob Does Sports creator Robby Berger to talk about his content, the journey he's been on with his friends and team, as well as what might be in the future for BDS.…

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US Women's Open at Pebble, playing an LPGA pro-am and what's next with the PGA Tour-Saudi deal 54:22

1y ago54:22

54:22

On this episode, Ryan goes over the US Women's Open and Allisen Corpuz winning. Then he talks about the chance to play golf with Laura Diaz during the Senior LPGA Championship. Finally, he digs in on what's to come with the PGA Tour-Saudi situation.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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From Sidelines To World Cup - How Sørensen Came Back 29:23

1y ago29:23

29:23

Rupturing your ACL is one of the most challenging setbacks to overcome. On average, female footballers are up to six times more likely to suffer this injury.While the journey to return to the field isn’t easy, it has been proven that those who do, can come back stronger.A recent example of this is Nicoline Sørensen, who, after 14 months of gruellin…

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Bred A Blue: Episode 25. Ian Bishop 42:38

1y ago42:38

42:38

Ian Bishop is the latest guest in our Bred A Blue podcast series.Bishop came through the ranks at Everton in the early 1980s but made only one fleeting substitute appearance for the Men's Senior Team – replacing Robbie Wakenshaw against Manchester United at Goodison Park in April 1984.Unable to break into arguably the finest Blues team of all-time,…

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The Man Who Could Walk On Water: Latchford 45 Years On 42:27

1y ago42:27

42:27

This year marks the 45th anniversary of Everton legend Bob Latchford scoring 30 league goals in a truly memorable campaign.At the start of the 1977/78 season, a national newspaper offered £10,000 to the first player to hit the 30 target, as it hadn’t been done for a number of years.It went to the last game, but Latchford slammed home a late penalty…

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Recapping all things US Open and Los Angeles Country Club 54:40

1y ago54:40

54:40

On this week's show, Ryan looks back on the US Open, Wyndham Clark, Rory McIlroy, Los Angeles Country Club, the championship vibe and more. Also, Ryan looks back on a career-low round over the weekend and the amazing journey that is golf.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Blues FA Youth Cup Triumph: 25 Years On 42:14

1y ago42:14

42:14

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Everton’s 1997/98 FA Youth Cup success.Under the tutelage of the legendary Colin Harvey, the young Blues brushed aside all before them before securing the trophy for the third and most recent time.Leon Osman, who would go on to play more than 400 Senior Men's games for Everton, was an integral part of the suc…

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Reacting to all things PGA Tour-LIV-DP World Tour "merger" 51:18

1y ago51:18

51:18

This week, the whole show is dedicated to the topic of the week, maybe of the century, in golf. What happened, what's about to happen, why it might not work and so much more on the shocking PGA Tour-LIV-DP World Tour agreement. Learn more about the College Golf Experience Top 100 camp now at https://collegegolfx.com/top100…

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Embracing Cuts and the New Schedule, and Guest Matt Considine 38:34

1y ago38:34

38:34

On this week's show, Ryan talks about Jon Rahm's changed mind on cuts in designated events, as well as what sounds like the evolution of the PGA Tour schedule to better include the designated events. Also, Ryan is joined by NewClub Golf Society founder Matt Considine to talk about the club's founding, its direction and the future for golf in Americ…

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Recapping the PGA Championship and guest Lisa Cornwell 55:32

1y ago55:32

55:32

On this week's show, Ryan recaps the PGA Championship, including Brooks Koepka's major advantages and Michael Block's life-changing week in Rochester. Then Ryan is joined by Lisa Cornwell, who talks about her new book, "Troublemaker" and her time at Golf Channel.By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net

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Designated Problems, DPWT vs. LIV continues, a mind-blowing putter interview 1:07:49

1y ago1:07:49

1:07:49

On this week's show, Ryan gets into the future of the designated events and needing to move them around a bit. Then the DP World Tour took a stand against LIV Golf players, and that led to a whole bunch of public messiness. Finally, L.A.B. Golf CEO Sam Hahn joins me for a fascinating deep dive into putters and putting.…

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Lower expectations in golf; sportswashing is starting to work? 54:41

1y ago54:41

54:41

On this week's show, Ryan gets into some things he's figured out about golf that have made the game more fun. Also, sportswashing might be working on some regarding their views on LIV. Finally, Ryan is joined by Dr. Dan Feeney, Director of Biomechanics Research at BOA, to talk about the fascinating research he does.…

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