Best Swell Season Surf Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Feeling For The Light with James Katsipis 1:47:25

6h ago1:47:25

1:47:25

James Katsipis is a Montauk-born artist, known for his exceptional ocean photography and stunning visual art. Over two decades ago, Katsipis began traveling around the world shooting and exploring distant shores as an adventure and surf photographer. Growing up in and around the ocean is the natural theme and influence throughout his portfolio. Tod…

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A Walk On Water with Jesse Faen 1:36:05

4h ago1:36:05

1:36:05

Jesse Faen is an Australian-born wanderer who’s been surfing for the past four decades and is now a dedicated kite, wing, and foil enthusiast. Jesse’s been around the block when it comes to the surf industry, working as an editor for Waves Magazine in Australia and Surfing Magazine in the US before working as the media director for the ASP (now WSL…

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Finisterre with Tom Kay 1:16:52

2h ago1:16:52

1:16:52

Finisterre which in latin: finis terrae; means 'end of the earth'. Is a brand that exists first and foremost to meet the needs of the cold water surfer both in and out of the water. People like to call them the UK version of Patagonia but, I’d wager founder Tom Kay must have mixed feelings about those comparisons. To be compared to an industry lead…

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Wavemaker: Nick Hounsfield 2:03:05

18d ago2:03:05

2:03:05

Nick Hounsfield was introduced to surfing by his father Brian in the mid 1970s on his regular visits to Cornwall in the United Kingdom. He has been an avid surfer ever since.Nick became an Osteopath by trade and founded a successful family business with this wife. But as time wore on and when Nick’s father passed away in the late 2000’s, he started…

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I Heard There Were No Waves in New Jersey with Mike May, Danny DiMauro & Mark Neustadter 1:41:14

4d ago1:41:14

1:41:14

Often overlooked for the warmer waters of its Hawaiian and Californian counterparts, the Atlantic coast of New Jersey has been home to surfing for 135 years, and in turn has held unsung influence over the history of the sport in America. - Danny DiMauro and Johan Kugelberg. Our Guests today are the contributors to the latest book from Rizzoli Publi…

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WeSurf Ep. 9: Surf4Dem with Giovanni Martinez 1:14:02

1M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

In this conversation, Kwame La Bassiere interviews Dr. Giovanni Martinez, a clinical psychologist in Puerto Rico who works with children with autism. Dr. Martinez started the organization Surf4Dem, which uses surf therapy to help children with autism improve their social communication skills, sensory processing disorders, and muscular tone. The the…

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Hawaii Gold with Carissa Moore 44:49

1M ago44:49

44:49

We have a very special episode for you today. We had the good fortune to be asked to host a live Q&A with the 5x WSL Women’s World Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist, Carissa Moore at PIlgrim Surf & Supply to help promote her new book with Rizzoli Publishing named Hawaii Gold. The book is stunning and is Carissa’s homage to her home islands of Hawa…

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Skelly Sister with Jesse James 1:41:05

28d ago1:41:05

1:41:05

On this episode, we sit and talk with Stylist and Rockaway resident, Jesse James. Our conversation follows her journey from Martha's Vineyard to NYC, reflecting on the fusion of community, identity, and the dynamic blend of culture and surfing. We delve into her evolving career and how her unique style and blend of thrift store savvy helped to lead…

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Ripple Effect with John Zator 1:31:55

1M ago1:31:55

1:31:55

On this episode, Our guest John Zator and Host Tyler Breuer explore the profound impact of Lido Surf and Sport on New York's surfing scene during the mid 90's. We delve into John's journey, highlighting the shops innovative approach to building a vibrant community hub. John also reflects on his personal triumphs, health struggles, and the transform…

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WeSurf Ep. 8: I Love That For You with Beah & Berna 1:13:30

2M ago1:13:30

1:13:30

In this episode of the WeSurf podcast, Kwame LaBassiere interviews two female surfers, Berna and Beah, about their experiences in the surfing community. They discuss how they got into surfing and the challenges they faced as beginners. The conversation also touches on the importance of etiquette in the lineup and the gray areas surrounding who has …

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Ode to Travel with Patrick Trefz 1:10:25

3M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Patrick Trefz is a multitalented individual known for his work as a photographer, chef, painter, and filmmaker. Trefz has gained recognition for his documentaries, including Thread, Idiosyncrasies, Surfer's Blood, and Man in the Field, which have received acclaim and featured in various publications. In his latest project, Ode to Travel, Trefz's ex…

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We Surf Ep. 7: The Twin Wave Dancers 1:19:03

3M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

Welcome to episode 7 of the We Surf podcast. Often you will hear surfers referred to as Wave Dancers. On this episode we meet wave dancers who are also ballet dancers. Mei and Shui Lee or as their instagram handle refers to them as The Lee Twins. Kwame discusses speaks to them about how and why they started surfing. How their dance background has h…

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WeSurf: Waves of Hope with Chris Dennis 1:01:50

4M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Welcome to episode 6 of the WeSurf podcast. This episode is done a little differently. Co-host Kwame Labassiere, recorded this episode while in Puerto Rico at the International Surf Therapy Organization conference. While there he interviewed professional surfer Chris Dennis from Trinidad and Tobago. Chris is the co-founder of Waves for Hope, an org…

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Star Crossed Love with Sara Haziza and Caleb Winship 2:10:24

5M ago2:10:24

2:10:24

Sarah Aziza and Caleb Winship are two star crossed lovers, Sarah, is Palestinian and Caleb is Jewish. In the shadow of the horrific events taking place in the middle east, they provide a light and hope for the future. Sarah and Caleb share how they met and developed their relationship. Sarah, as a Palestinian-American, talks about her upbringing, s…

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Dreaming Man with Mick Sowry 2:07:31

5M ago2:07:31

2:07:31

On this episode, Guest Host Toddy Stewart brings back onto the show, filmmaker, artist, publisher and all around amazing person, Mick Sowry. The two take a deep dive into his life as it revolves around his surfing experience, his career transitions and creative processes in art and photography. Mick opens up about his relationship with his wife lat…

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WeSurf Black Surfers in the Concrete Jungle with Mosiah Moonsammy 54:57

6M ago54:57

54:57

On this episode of WeSurf Nigel and Kwame speak with documentary filmmaker and reborn surfer Mosiah Moonsammy. An award winning filmmaker based in NYC, Mosiah's last project “Last Bodega In Brooklyn” played internationally on the film festival circuit and was received with rave reviews. After meeting Nigel at Station RBNY, Mosiah became interested …

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Shaping Surf History with Jimmy Metyko 2:55:04

7M ago2:55:04

2:55:04

Set aside some time for this doozy of an episode! It could have happened anytime, anywhere. But our guest’s story takes place in Santa Barbara, California from 1980 to 1983. Four short years thatsaw a giant leap forward in the development of West Coast surfing, design, performance and image. It was set off by a rare combination of individuals, inno…

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Head Above Water with Nikki Vandijk 49:07

7M ago49:07

49:07

Nikki Van Dijk was a major threat on the women’s Championship Tour. Her best season on tour was in 2017 where she reached No. 7 on the Leaderboard after claiming her first CT victory at the Cascais Women’s Pro in Portugal. Her style is smooth rail surfing shaped by her years of honing her approach on Phillip Island, a remote little enclave that’s a…

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Foam with Laurel Senick 1:03:41

9M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

On this episode, we are joined with Author, Award Winning Filmmaker, Podcaster and Surf Trip Guru, Laurel Senick. She just completed her first novel, Foam, a surf adventure with a female protagonist, Casasandra Lee who is an out of work journalist whose life is in shambles and runs to Rincon Puerto Rico in hopes of realizing her dreams. It’s when s…

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In Deep Final with Matt George 2:18:01

9M ago2:18:01

2:18:01

If you live with the myths in your mind, you will find yourself always in mythological situations. They cover everything that can happen to you. And that enables you to interpret the myth in relation to life, as well as life in relation to myth. - Joseph Campbell Our guest is former pro surfer, writer, rescue and relief activist, Matt George. He is…

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Ready For It with Sasha Jane Lowerson 1:53:27

10M ago1:53:27

1:53:27

Our Guest is a trailblazer in the surfing world. On March 2022, Sasha Jane Lowerson placed ninth in the Noosa Festival of Surfing, becoming the first trans woman to compete in surfing at the professional level. Two months later, she placed first in the Open Women's and Women's Logger divisions at the Western Australian State Titles. This win garner…

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Duppy Art with Liam "Duppy" Tracy 1:26:40

10M ago1:26:40

1:26:40

Liam Tracy is a creative force. He has worked as a creative director with massive companies such as Peloton, ROC Nation, Burton, Faherty bros, Colling Media, Mr. Purple, Kachava and more… Under his alias, "Duppy", Liam creates beautiful, poppy paintings that carry influences from skate and street art. His work is reminiscent of a beautiful blend of…

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Down For The Day with Susannah Ray 1:14:08

10M ago1:14:08

1:14:08

For Rockaway residents, many of your are very familiar with our guest, a longtime Rockaway resident and an OG documentarian of the people in this community. You can sometimes find her surfing off the jetties uptown at beaches we will not mention. Our guest is none other than amazingly talented Susannah Ray! Her work on long form documentary project…

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Gritty with Giancarlo Guardascione 1:20:12

11M ago1:20:12

1:20:12

Beachgrit is notorious for their tabloid style content and click bait titles. Some more controversial than others but, always interesting to read. We started to notice about a year ago some articles coming out, covering the New York / Mid Atlantic Surf Scene. Our humble and sometimes forgotten-about community was getting some storylines and coverag…

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Somma Surfboards with Shea Somma 1:08:52

12M ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Listeners… Have you ever hand shaped a surfboard? Have you ever had the desire to try and mow foam with a planer and ride something you made? Or make a board that you might have seen but don’t have access to? Shea Somma is a shaper out of the central coast of California who started hand shaping boards in 2008, out of the curiosity to try new design…

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Yeasty Boys with Gina Jurlando 1:08:47

1y ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Gina Jurlando used to joke about the group of women she surfed with calling themselves Yeasty Boys. What was initially a silly way to describe her surf crew, has expanded into a group of surfers of all levels, genders, backgrounds, and towns who want to learn, want to teach, or just want a buddy to paddle out with. Yeasty Boys was founded in 2021 a…

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Black Pool New York Podcast #6: Seth Herzog 1:26:47

1y ago1:26:47

1:26:47

Letting go, surrendering into who you are, and finding flow. The art of comedy is the art of connection. On this episode of the Blackpool New York Podcast, Greg got to spend some time with Seth Herzog, a man whose story follows a trajectory of connection. From 5th Grade talent shows to the deserts of Iraq, to NBC’s “The Tonight Show,” Seth is plugg…

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Art & Design Series: The Constant Student with Tripoli Patterson 1:16:10

1y ago1:16:10

1:16:10

In the current episode of the Art & Design Series on Swell Season Surf Radio, Chris Coffin and Chris Labzda sit down with Tripoli Patterson; Gallery Owner, Curator, Ex-Pro Surfer and East End Local. Born in Sag Harbor, “Trip” had youth full of travel and exposure to surf culture and art. His transient upbringing took him from New Zealand, to the No…

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Turns that Matter with Tyrome Tripoli 2:21:48

1y ago2:21:48

2:21:48

Tyrone Tripoli is an artist, designer, metal worker, glass blower, and a shit hot goofy foot. Originally from LA but moved to Brooklyn in 2003 and currently resides among the creative community in Bushwick where he founded Gallery Petite, a contemporary art gallery on Troutman Street. You can see some of his incredible metal work lining the streets…

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Trans Inclusion in Surfing with Benny's Club 1:14:47

1y ago1:14:47

1:14:47

On February 3, the World Surf League (WSL) announced a new policy allowing transgender women to compete in its women’s category. The news was quietly rolled out until the following day when Bethany Hamilton publicly opposed the new WSL policy that the surfing world really took notice. This set off a for lack of a better term, a shit storm on social…

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Unusual Mortality Events with Andrew Lewis 1:36:36

1y ago1:36:36

1:36:36

On December 14th, 2022, images of surfers in the rockaways trying to help push a juvenile sperm whale back into the water made the rounds on social media and eventually the news. This would be the beginning of what is being called an “Unusual Mortality Event” for this winter for whales along the east coast. In all, around 23 whales have washed asho…

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Black Pool New York Podcast Episode #5: Daniel Rocker 1:20:11

1y ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Episode #5: Paruresis Mental Health. Anxiety. Trauma. Sometimes things just don’t go the way we’ve planned. For some, the events of the past manifest themselves in very life challenging ways. Paruresis, or Shy Bladder Syndrome can be a very uncomfortable way to go through life. However, there are men out there like Daniel Rocker who are truly being…

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For Love & Butter with Tracy Obolsky 2:04:40

1y ago2:04:40

2:04:40

On this episode, our guest has been keeping the Rockaway community filled with Butter and love since 2016. Tracy Obolsky reached the pinnacle of the New York Pastry world. Having worked at notable restaurants such as The General Greene, Esca, North End Grill and the Cookshop.Tracy eventually realized she wanted to control her own kitchen and slowdo…

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Yama Surf Ghana with Lucy Small & Maddie Meddings 1:19:52

1y ago1:19:52

1:19:52

Lucy Small is surfer and equal rights activist & Maddie Meddings is a surf, travel and lifestyle photographer and filmmaker. The two have a new film debuting named Yama. The film follows Lucy as she travels to Ghana to meet with a group of pioneering female surfers and skaters. Once a stronghold of the transatlantic slave trade and with a history o…

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The Big Sea: Lewis Armstrong and Chris Nelson 1:19:46

1+ y ago1:19:46

1:19:46

Can you live with the true cost of a Neoprene wetsuit? That is the question being asked by guests Lewis Arnold and Chris Nelson. Filmmakers who explore this question in their documentary The Big Sea. Surfing is a $10 billion global industry – built on the dream of carefree spirits, crystal clear waters and an even clearer connection to the natural …

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Chop Wood & Carry Water with Paul Colbert 1:42:41

1+ y ago1:42:41

1:42:41

After his time in Afghanistan as a defense contractor, Paul Colbert found himself settled into life in New York, with his wife and newly born daughter. They decided he would be a stay at home parent and take care of his daughter. Over the years, he found himself having panic attacks and struggling with certain social situations. Eventually, he real…

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The Legend of Flip Bellinzoni 1:14:41

1+ y ago1:14:41

1:14:41

On this episode of The Swell Season Surf Podcast we have one of New York's most core and committed underground surfers. He subscribes to the shred, tear and destroy philosophy of surfing. You can find him sending gushes of water at Lido and other undisclosed locations in western Long Island. Many will remember him from the cult classic film, 'Lost:…

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Paradise Lost with Emilio Perez 1:26:16

1+ y ago1:26:16

1:26:16

Emilio Perez's paintings and works on paper can be described as abstract expressionist… with a graphic component. He produces punchy, energetic compositions full of knotted, flowing forms that emerge from loosely painted passages of color. He has been represented by some of the largest galleries in the world and has produced some incredible large s…

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WeSurf Ep. 4: Wade in the Water with David Mesfin & Beyin Abraha 1:03:09

1+ y ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Happy New Year everyone! On this episode of the WeSurf Podcast we step out of Rockaway and speak to Director David Mesfin and Executive Producer Beyin Abraha of the documentary 'Wade in the Water: A Journey Into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture.' This documentary reclaims the 1000 year old tradition of Black Surfing throughout the globe, by honori…

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Prue Jeffries: Body of Wonder 1:58:15

1+ y ago1:58:15

1:58:15

Our guest on this episode is Prue Jeffries. She is a former ASP world tour surfer who spent two decades traveling the world on the ASP Tour (now known as the WSL (World Surf League). She is a published writer, editorial consultant, founder of a women’s clothing company, brand ambassador, event producer, and filmmaker. Prue now spends her time surfi…

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Hail Mary Ep. 5: The Filmmaker - Ben Gulliver 1:31:04

1+ y ago1:31:04

1:31:04

Hail Mary is the merge of a documentary biopic and a traditional surf film. At his home in New York, we go behind the scenes and learn about the life of professional surfer, Balaram Stack. Perhaps one of the best surfers ever to come out of New York. Hail Mary pays homage to Balaram’s roots and the one main guiding force in his life. His mother, Ma…

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Hail Mary Ep. 4: Mom & Son 1:07:08

1+ y ago1:07:08

1:07:08

Hail Mary is the merge of a documentary biopic and a traditional surf film. At his home in New York, we go behind the scenes and learn about the life of professional surfer, Balaram Stack. Perhaps one of the best surfers ever to come out of New York. Hail Mary pays homage to Balaram’s roots and the one main guiding force in his life. His mother, Ma…

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Christa Funk: When I Get Free 1:55:39

1+ y ago1:55:39

1:55:39

They say that hard work & dedication will eventually pay off . No one knows this more than our guest on this episode. Christa Funk is known for her incredible imagery both from the water angle and on land. She has become one of the leading water photographers in the world, and has earned a spot in the often difficult and highly coveted channel at P…

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Hail Mary Ep.3: Going Pro 38:15

1+ y ago38:15

38:15

This is the Hail Mary Podcast Ep. 2. A supplement to the upcoming film, where we dive a little deeper into the story of Balaram Stack and the people who have helped him along on his journey. On this episode, we follow Balaram going pro and and his experience on the QS grind and the epiphany that contests weren’t the only way and his love affair wit…

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Hail Mary Ep. 2: Balagrom 29:18

1+ y ago29:18

29:18

This is the Hail Mary Podcast Ep. 2. A supplement to the upcoming film, where we dive a little deeper into the story of Balaram Stack and the people who have helped him along on his journey. On this episode, we follow the unlikely rise of Balaram from early grommet hood to becoming a top ranked amateur and eventually being discovered by Quiksilver …

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Hail Mary Ep. 1: Mary's Story 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

This is the Hail Mary Podcast. A supplement to the upcoming film, where we dive a little deeper into the story of Balaram Stack and the people who have helped him along on his journey. 'Hail Mary' is the merge of a documentary biopic and a traditional surf film about unlikely rise of one of New York's greatest surfers, Balaram Stack. The Film pays …

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Blackpool New York Podcast # 4: Andrea Ludlow 1:07:31

1+ y ago1:07:31

1:07:31

For the 4th episode of the Blackpool NY podcast host, Greg Wachsteter sat down with an old friend of his, Andrea Ludlow. Andrea turned her childhood trauma into Pee Wee Herman. Yes literally. She has survived a bunch of challenging events, like the death of her best friend, the death of her father, and being diagnosed with breast cancer all of whic…

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Keep It a Secret with Filmmaker Sean Duggan 52:24

1+ y ago52:24

52:24

Sean Duggan is a Los Angeles based producer and filmmaker with over 20 years experience in advertising and the entertainment world. His debut feature length film “Keep It A Secret”, recounts the inspiring true story of the dawn of Irish surfing and how the sport’s brave pioneers found peace in the surf during the most violent years of "The Troubles…

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WeSurf Ep. 3: Stop Playin' With Em with Quest Soliman & Paul Godette 1:13:40

1+ y ago1:13:40

1:13:40

On this episode of WeSurf, Nigel and Kwame have the Rockaway's own Paul Goddette and Quest Soliman to discuss their meteoric rise as Vloggers with their Youtube Channel, Stop Playin With Em. Paul and Quest have spent the good part of the last few years traveling and documenting their journey's. The conversation covers life on the road, being a blac…

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WeSurf Ep. 2: Fernando Pires 1:01:07

2y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

On this episode of WeSurf, Nigel and Kwame sit with local legend, Fernando Pires. Fernando grew up surfing on vibrant beaches of Rio de Janeiro and worked for a board maker there as a teenager before moving to New York City at age 20. He eventually realized there was surf here and moved out to the Rockaways in the early 80's. In the 1990s he opened…

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