Best Sophie Casey Podcasts (2024)

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59 - The holistic approach to homelessness with Helen Murdoch and Janet Haugh 35:36

3h ago35:36

35:36

“We have a theory of change which demonstrates the changes we are hoping to see in people's lives that will ultimately help us achieve our vision of a world where everyone has an equal chance to create a safe and supportive place to call home.” Returning to the subject of homelessness, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black speak to two charities that betw…

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58 - Communications during a crisis with Sally Thomas and Chris Fairbairn 42:52

14d ago42:52

42:52

“In crisis situations, don't try and save face in front of us. Tell us the warts and all. Tell us the reality of the situation here. If we're going in with one hand tied behind our back, then it isn't going to end well.” In this episode of the Scottish Housing News Podcast, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black discuss the value of effective communication…

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57 - Housing Bill part 4: An interview with housing minister Paul McLennan 30:09

26d ago30:09

30:09

Jimmy Black and Kieran Findlay conclude their series on the Scottish Government’s new Housing Bill with an interview with the minister responsible for bringing the legislation through Parliament, housing minister Paul McLennan. The wide-ranging discussion centred on measures in the proposed legislation such as rent controls, homelessness and domest…

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What You Need To Know About the Vaginal Microbiome With Danni Bichler 35:03

1M ago35:03

35:03

Many of you have probably heard of the gut microbiome, but do you know about the vaginal microbiome? Our guest today is here is unveil the truth behind this mystery of this microbiome. Danni Bichler, a Clinical Naturopath and Pain Reprocessing Therapy practitioner, is passionate about personalised healthcare that provides real, long-lasting results…

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Anna's Rollercoaster Ride with Adenomyosis and Advocacy for Awareness 24:05

2M ago24:05

24:05

Often overshadowed by the more well-known endometriosis, adenomyosis is a condition that brings a double dose of trouble to its sufferers. They face not only the usual dismissal and underestimation of their pain but also a higher rate of misdiagnosis. Given the lack of awareness and education around it, you might think adenomyosis is rare. However,…

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Ben Russell: Comedy, Mental Health, ADHD and Overcoming Alcohol Addiction 24:53

2M ago24:53

24:53

In this episode, we dive deep into the life of comedian Ben Russell, exploring his candid journey with mental health, alcohol addiction, and ADHD. Ben opens up about his struggles, sharing how he has woven his personal experiences into his comedy shows to challenge societal stigma and break down taboos. Through humour and raw honesty, Ben provides …

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56 - Housing Bill part 3: Domestic abuse with Michelle Meldrum, Eileen McMullan and Sophie Berry 38:42

2M ago38:42

38:42

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black continue their look into the new Housing Bill with a look at the duties expected of social landlords regarding domestic abuse. Under the proposed legislation, social landlords will have to provide support to tenants experiencing rent arrears or risk of homelessness due to domestic abuse, and to publish a policy on how…

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Fighting for Answers: Caitlin's Journey to Unveil an Ovarian Tumour 31:19

2M ago31:19

31:19

Today, we're bringing you an incredible story that will leave you speechless. Throughout her pregnancy, Caitlin experienced puzzling symptoms, only to be brushed off by medical professionals. Despite this, she welcomed her beautiful baby into the world. However, the symptoms persisted, and after a trip to Hawaii, they became increasingly alarming. …

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55 - The Housing Bill part 2: Homelessness prevention duties with Ewan Aitken 26:32

3M ago26:32

26:32

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black put the Holyrood turmoil to one side and continue their exploration of various elements of the Scottish Government’s new Housing Bill with a look at proposed new homelessness prevention measures. The legislation will introduce an ‘ask and act’ duty on social landlords and other bodies, such as health boards and the po…

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Defying the Odds: Colette's Triumph Over Triple Negative Breast Cancer 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

Today I am joined by Community Ambassador for National Breast Cancer Foundation, Colette Chase. Colette was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of triple negative breast cancer. Her story begins when on holiday the previous month, she felt a small lump, and her worst fears were confirmed on her return home. Being a mother of two girls, an avi…

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Breaking the Silence on Endometriosis with Casey Burgess 31:56

2M ago31:56

31:56

Today's episode is a special one as we sit down with the vibrant Casey Burgess. Casey, a established actress, musician, television presenter, and ambassador for Endometriosis Australia. Throughout our chat, Casey bravely shares her personal journey with endometriosis, recounting the moment she first encountered this condition and how she manages it…

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Navigating Early Pregnancy Loss with Pink Elephants' Co-Founder Sam Payne 34:19

3M ago34:19

34:19

Join us today as we welcome Samantha Payne, the co-founder and CEO of Pink Elephant Support Network. Pink Elephants offers comprehensive resources, up-to-date information, and peer support for individuals affected by early pregnancy loss. Driven by her personal experience with pregnancy loss, Sam embarked on a mission to establish this organisation…

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54 - Housing Bill part 1 Rent controls and tenants' rights with Dr John Boyle 28:45

3M ago28:45

28:45

With the long-awaited Housing Bill finally here, hosts Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black will dedicate the next four episodes to digest various elements of the legislation, including homelessness and domestic abuse, culminating in an interview with housing minister Paul McLennan. But we begin the series with a discussion on increased rights for privat…

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Empowering Others: Danni Rowland's Mission to Support Eating Disorder Recovery 35:54

3M ago35:54

35:54

Today, we are joined by Danni Rowlands, Head of Prevention at the Butterfly Foundation, Australia's leading charity dedicated to supporting those affected by eating disorders and body image concerns, along with their loved ones. In this episode, Danni courageously shares her personal journey with an eating disorder, offering invaluable insights int…

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53 - Shawfair and clean heating networks with Eoghan Maguire 35:21

3M ago35:21

35:21

"Technically heat networks aren't really difficult. It is just large-scale plumbing. The heat's already there, we're just moving it.” With the Scottish Government’s New Build Heat Standard now in force, the installation of ‘direct emission’ systems for heating for new build homes and other buildings is now banned in Scotland. Effectively, this mean…

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52 - Why ‘fabric-first’ may be the wrong approach for retrofitting with Fionn Stevenson 48:53

4M ago48:53

48:53

“If we have a choice between a tenant having their home flooded or having to put on an extra jumper, which would you recommend?” For anyone who has encountered architect Fionn Stevenson over her career, her answer to this question will be obvious. It forms part of her claim that a blanket one-size-fits-all fabric-first approach to retrofitting shou…

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51 - Why it is important to declare a housing emergency with Cllr Jane Meagher and Cllr Allan Casey 41:42

5M ago41:42

41:42

Almost a year since Scotland appointed its first dedicated housing minister, three councils have declared housing emergencies due to mounting pressures in their local housing systems and dozens of others could be set to follow. Now housing bodies across Scotland are making a concerted effort to say that it's not just individual regions that are str…

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50 - The PRS rent adjudication scheme with Susan Aktemel and Calum Sanderson 43:51

5M ago43:51

43:51

With the Tenant Protection Bill’s in-tenancy rent cap and eviction measures due to expire in a matter of weeks, the Scottish Government has proposed an adjudication scheme to ease the transition until a long-awaited Housing Bill comes to pass. Under the proposals, the process for rent adjudication will temporarily be modified from April 1st for one…

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49 - Craig Stirrat 45:28

6M ago45:28

45:28

Fresh from being recognised by CIH Scotland with a Lifetime Achievement award for having gone the extra mile during his career, Grampian Housing Association chief executive Craig Stirrat joins Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black to talk about his 40 years in housing so far and the current challenges facing the housing sector. Hear Craig's views on housi…

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MAFS bride Tori confirms if she's still with Jack & slams fake participants 9:52

6M ago9:52

9:52

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MAFS favourite couple give us all the tea on “Alpha” groom Jack 7:48

6M ago7:48

7:48

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MAFS Most Popular Bride Shuts Down Rumours That She Is “fake” 8:13

6M ago8:13

8:13

MAFS' Cassandra joins Emma and Sean on The Pulse to discuss shares her experience of her honeymoon and the thoughtful gestures made by Tristan on her birthday and much more about her journey! Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/hit-entertainment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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48 - Reidvale and the role of tenants in stock transfers with Paul Sweeney MSP and Lesley Baird 30:24

6M ago30:24

30:24

With Reidvale Housing Association currently considering its options after shareholders voted against a proposed transfer of engagements to Place for People Scotland, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black reflect on some of the issues that have been raised so far. They spoke to Glasgow Labour MSP Paul Sweeney, who was a prominent part of the campaign again…

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Ex MAFS Bride Melinda Reveals How Much Cast Gets Paid To Keep Quiet This Season 6:29

6M ago6:29

6:29

Ahead of MAFS season 11, Former bride Melinda Willis, chats to The Pulse with Seany B and Emma G to talk about what she has been up to since MAFS, her break up with Layton and dishes all the dirt on what we can expect this season! Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/hit-entertainment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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Unraveling Connections: Thyroid, Autoimmune Conditions, and the Gut with Naturopath Lauren Wood 50:05

7M ago50:05

50:05

In today's podcast episode, we're joined by Lauren Wood, a Naturopathic Practitioner with a Bachelor's qualification. Lauren's deep passion for Naturopathic medicine stems from witnessing its profound positive impact on people's lives. Employing a functional approach in her practice, she ensures targeted, specific treatments that yield tangible res…

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47 - Design for displacement with Laurence Wood 52:40

8M ago52:40

52:40

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black step outside the Scottish social housing bubble to consider the impact of housing design in the aftermath of a disaster. Earlier this year, architect and University of Dundee lecturer Laurence Wood took a group of Year 5 Architecture students to Turkey, which had just suffered from a terrible earthquake, to live in ru…

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Breaking Burnout: Identifying Symptoms and Making a Change with Sophie Scott 38:52

8M ago38:52

38:52

Have you experienced burnout, and do you recognise its symptoms? Our guest today is Sophie Scott, an acclaimed international keynote speaker focusing on preventing burnout, navigating mental well-being in times of change, unraveling the science of high-performance habits, and employing neuroscience to establish and break habits. As a former Nationa…

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Eat, Thrive, Love: The Blueprint for a Healthy Relationship with Food and Your Body 47:29

8M ago47:29

47:29

Gillian, a Nutrition and Mindset coach, embarks on a remarkable journey centred around her evolving connection with food and body image. Having confronted disordered eating and challenged unrealistic beauty standards and diet culture throughout her life, she now spearheads a transformative conversation. Gillian is dedicated to guiding her clients a…

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46 - Alloa and town centre living with Steve Malone, Johnny Cadell and Grant Baxter 44:37

8M ago44:37

44:37

Kieran Findlay is joined by Steve Malone and Johnny Cadell, both principal architects at Architecture & Design Scotland, and Grant Baxter, the planning & building standards team leader at Clackmannanshire Council, to tell the story of a town centre development at Primrose Street in Alloa. Together they share their experiences of working to support …

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From Digestion to Wellness: Unveiling the Gut's Influence with Brooke Schiller 43:00

8M ago43:00

43:00

Our gut's influence extends across our entire body, impacting everything from skin health to hormonal balance. When signs of an imbalanced gut emerge, the question arises: where should the healing process begin? Today, we're joined by Brooke Schiller on the podcast to unravel the initial steps for resetting and healing the gut. Brooke, a naturopath…

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Beyond Grief: Chloe Sheehan's Expertise in Navigating Pregnancy Loss 53:28

8M ago53:28

53:28

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Chloe Sheehan, a certified Naturopath, health educator, and self-proclaimed hormone whisperer. While Chloe provides valuable support to individuals and couples navigating conception, pregnancy, and beyond, our focus today is on her personal fertility journey. Join us as we delve into Chloe's…

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45 - Scotland's Annual Homelessness Conference with Paul McLennan MSP, Maggie Brünjes, Martin Smith and Allan Jones 26:24

9M ago26:24

26:24

It is difficult to remember a time when global, UK and national events have aligned so acutely to heap even more pressure on Scotland's local housing systems. Committed professional sectors from across the housing, homelessness and refugee sectors gathered at Scotland's Annual Homelessness Conference on October 31st to unlock solutions to these unp…

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Harmony Within: The Symbiotic Dance of Hormones and Gut with Naturopath Tahlia Swartz 39:31

9M ago39:31

39:31

Exploring the intricacies of gut health reveals fascinating connections with various aspects of our body, including the skin and nervous system. In a special podcast episode, we're joined by Tahlia Swartz, the naturopath for our Beat the Bloat 8-Week Program. Together, we delve into the nuanced relationship between gut health and hormones. Tahlia s…

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Thriving Through Change: Essential Tools for Perimenopause Preparation with Aline McCarthy 45:28

9M ago45:28

45:28

Today, we're in conversation with Aline McCarthy, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner with a profound health journey that has inspired her career. Aline intimately understands the challenges posed by chronic pain, inflammation, and various health issues, recognising the complexities of the healing journey toward a vibrant self. In her ro…

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44 - Young professionals with Nicola Dillon, Julie‑Ann Cloherty and Collette Anderson 31:19

9M ago31:19

31:19

Scottish Housing Day took place last month to celebrate careers across housing by showcasing the variety of roles and routes into the sector and making the case for housing to be recognised as an important and valued career. But it also served to raise awareness of the need to replace a largely ageing workforce and support the next generation of ho…

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Navigating Breast Health: Insights from Cleola Anderiesz, CEO of National Breast Cancer Foundation 41:36

9M ago41:36

41:36

Today, we had the privilege of hosting Cleola, the CEO of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, on our podcast. In our conversation, we delved into the importance of breast awareness, the impactful initiatives led by the National Breast Cancer Foundation to alter the trajectory of breast cancer outcomes, and the crucial need for men to stay vigila…

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Genetic Wisdom: Crafting Your Fertility Blueprint with Naturopath Georgia Hartmann 50:51

10M ago50:51

50:51

Georgia Hartmann is dedicated to guiding women and couples on their health and fertility journeys. Diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure in her early 20s, Georgia embarked on a personal hormone health journey, successfully conceiving her first son naturally. Beyond navigating her own postpartum experience, she finds fulfilment in preparing and s…

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43 - Planning delays and NPF4 with Janice Russell and Cameron Greig 35:08

10M ago35:08

35:08

While financial pressures have undoubtedly played a huge part in a slowdown of new homes being delivered, there is a strong sense among housebuilders that the planning process is also having a detrimental impact. A recent survey published by our sister publication Scottish Construction Now found that the statutory timeframe for the turnaround of pl…

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Mindful Beginnings: Navigating Perinatal Mental Health with Clinical Psychologist Chris Barnes 50:51

10M ago50:51

50:51

Gidget Foundation Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to support the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents, to ensure they receive timely, appropriate and specialist care. Gidget was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while experiencing postnatal depression, a diagnosis that she kep…

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Hemp on the Menu: A Game-Changer for Your Health 31:19

10M ago31:19

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Are you searching for a simple way to enhance the nutritional value of your meals effortlessly? Look no further than hemp! In our latest podcast episode, Marion from Grass Roots unravels the myths surrounding this remarkable plant and sheds light on its incredible benefits for our daily lives. While hemp may not be the first thing that comes to min…

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42 - Is the Unsuitable Accommodation Order fit for purpose? with Cllr Jane Meagher and Sophie Berry 35:04

10M ago35:04

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The 2014 Unsuitable Accommodation Order was introduced to effectively end stays in unsuitable accommodation for any homeless person for more than 7 days. However, with these laws being consistently broken by local authorities for a number fo reasons Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black ask whether the law is fit for purpose. We clarify the legislation ar…

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Fertility Unveiled: In-Depth Insights from Biomedical Naturopath Megan Haralampou 28:22

10M ago28:22

28:22

Hearing the term 'Biological Clock' can often feel like an additional weight, adding pressure to our already complex lives. But what if there's more to this concept than meets the eye? In today's podcast, we are joined by Biomedical Naturopath Megan Haralampou for an open and insightful discussion about the intricate world of fertility. Megan, a se…

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Unlocking Your Inner Rhythms: A Guide to Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle with Faye Sheridan 31:28

10M ago31:28

31:28

Have you ever wondered why you feel super productive and on top of the world some days, and other days you have zero interest in socialising and just want to chill on the lounge with a good movie? This could be a reflection of your current menstrual cycle phase. On today’s episode we invited Menstrual Educator and Founder of Cycle Sisters, Faye She…

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41 - Care and technology with Dr Lynne Douglas and Gary Baillie 38:42

11M ago38:42

38:42

As housing and care providers continue to grapple with Scotland’s ageing population, some are embracing tech more than ever before. Earlier this year, Bield Housing and Care officially launched a digital hub in Linlithgow. Securing £75k in funding from the TAPPI project, it set about showcasing a variety of preventative care technologies that aim t…

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Empowering Endometriosis Awareness with Naturopath Margaret Scott 36:34

10M ago36:34

36:34

Endometriosis, a chronic disease affecting nearly 10% of women and girls of menstrual age, involves the abnormal growth of cells resembling those in the uterine lining. These cells can develop in various areas of the pelvis, such as the bowel, bladder, and ovaries, and in rare cases, even in other organs throughout the body. While the exact cause r…

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The Reality Behind Sexpectations' Misconception with Clinical Sexologist Naomi Hutchings 43:08

11M ago43:08

43:08

In today's episode, we're delving into personal territory as we welcome Naomi Hutchings to the podcast. Naomi, a Clinical Sexologist and relationship counsellor, joins us for a candid conversation about dispelling misconceptions surrounding women's libido, the impact of sexpectations, the intricate link between body image mindset and intimacy in re…

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40 - Bringing Passivhaus homes to Drymen with Angela Currie and Janice McDonald 31:47

11M ago31:47

31:47

The story behind Hanover Scotland’s award-winning development in Drymen has many threads. Not just Hanover’s first certified Passivhaus development, it is located at the very site of its first ever development in Scotland as a separate entity. The project also touches on a number of issues such as community consultation, energy efficiency and the c…

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Radiant Skin Through Every Stage: A Woman's Guide to Navigating Skincare with Yadira Cauchi 36:50

11M ago36:50

36:50

As women we go through so many stages of life where our hormones and skin change. This is why we invited certified beauty journalist and skilled dermal therapist, Yadira Cauchi onto the podcast. For nearly a decade, Yads has shared her expertise and insight on health and beauty in notable publications like Cosmopolitan, Shop Til You Drop, and Gritt…

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From Tequila Shots To Water: How To Decoding Your Drink Habits with Maz Compton 40:21

11M ago40:21

40:21

Have you ever pondered the reasons behind your drinking habits? Have you questioned the impact of alcohol on your body? Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming Maz Compton onto the podcast. A devoted mother, accomplished author, radio host, and podcaster, Maz Compton has been alcohol-free since 2015. She is passionate about helping people drink le…

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From Confusion to Clarity: Mastering Peri and Menopause with Dr Ginni Mansberg 42:23

11M ago42:23

42:23

Attempting to navigate the complexities of peri and menopause without a clear understanding of the changes occurring within your body or how to recognise symptoms can leave you feeling isolated. It's a common sentiment shared by many women who find themselves uncertain about their own bodies. This very reason led us to extend an invitation to Dr. G…

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