Best Pama Podcasts (2025)

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Progressing with PAMA, Connecting with Customers (with Jason Lyon) 26:39

15h ago26:39

26:39

Jason Lyon, chief operations officer for Benny’s Car Wash, recently was announced as the association president for the Preventative Automotive Maintenance Association’s 2026-27 term. This week, he took time to speak with us about his goals for PAMA, from better understanding the association’s membership to growing its education and training initiat…

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Episode 97: Achilles Tendinopathy in Dancers 41:27

3d ago41:27

41:27

Achilles tendinopathy is a common issue in dancers, especially among styles with a lot of relevé, pointe work or jumping. In this episode, I talk about why we see a spike in achilles tendinopathy early in the season and what we can do about this. In this episode you'll also learn: exactly what achilles tendinopathy is common signs & symptoms of it …

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Episode 32767: JAMAICAN HIT PARADE 9th AUG 1970 55:15

4d ago55:15

55:15

INTERNATIONAL TIMES TUESDAY 12:00-14:00 (LOS ANGELES) TUESDAY 13:00-15:00 (SALT LAKE CITY) TUESDAY 14:00-16:00 (JAMAICA + CHICAGO) TUESDAY 15:00-17:00 (NEW YORK,FLORIDA) WEDNESDAY 02:00-04:00 (THAILAND) WEDNESDAY 03:00-05:00 (BALI) WEDNESDAY 03:00-05:00 (PERTH WESTERN AUSTRALIA) WEDNESDAY 04:00-06:00 (JAPAN + CENTRAL AUSTRALIA) WEDNESDAY 05:00-07:0…

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Episode 32767: JAMAICAN HIT PARADE 6th August 1972 55:31

5d ago55:31

55:31

TUNE IN TUESDAYS 8PM - 10PM 20:00-22:00 (UK) https://www.felixstoweradio.org.uk To play FELIXSTOWE RADIO please click the LISTEN LIVE link in the header https://a4.asurahosting.com/public/felixstowe_radio or internet explorer simply copy & paste the link below directly into the search and select "Go To". https://a4.asurahosting.com:8060/radio.mp3 O…

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Episode 32767: August 79 5 in UK POP Chart 54:34

8d ago54:34

54:34

TUNE IN TUESDAYS 8PM - 10PM 20:00-22:00 (UK) https://www.felixstoweradio.org.uk To play FELIXSTOWE RADIO please click the LISTEN LIVE link in the header https://a4.asurahosting.com/public/felixstowe_radio or internet explorer simply copy & paste the link below directly into the search and select "Go To". https://a4.asurahosting.com:8060/radio.mp3 O…

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Follow Up, Follow Through (with Chris Messer and Mike Jones) 18:25

7d ago18:25

18:25

Are you a manager or a leader? Do you know the difference between the two? In this episode of our “Endeavor to Discover” series, Chris Jones, executive vice president of EndeavorB2B’s Transportation Group, and Mike Jones, president and master trainer at Discover Leadership Training, discuss how leaders follow up and follow through—setting specific …

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Episode 96: Discussing the Royal Ballet School's Recent Announcement 28:40

10d ago28:40

28:40

As you may or may not have heard, the Royal Ballet School recently announced changes in the structure to their full time vocational training program. Starting in 2026 they will no longer be accepting students in year 7 (11-12 years old) and in 2027 will follow suit with students in year 8 (12-13 years old). In this week's podcast episode I discuss …

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A Brand That Hits the Right Notes (with Doug Zarkin) 14:32

14d ago14:32

14:32

Doug Zarkin has two decades of experience in retail and brand marketing, but he’s a newcomer to the quick lube industry. Zarkin was hired as the new chief marketing officer for Take 5 Oil Change earlier this summer, and he describes the way in which he has observed Take 5 lube techs working as “nothing short of a symphony.” Zarkin shares what appea…

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Episode 95: Preparing for the New Dance Season 27:23

17d ago27:23

27:23

The new dance season is fast approaching in most of North America, and on this week's podcast episode I discuss some things to consider as we head into a new season. Every year, we see an increase in injury rates in the first 6 weeks of a new dance year. This is for a variety of reasons, but some of the most common ones are dancers doing too much t…

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Episode 94: A Better Way to Teach Flexibility for Dancers 24:04

24d ago24:04

24:04

There has (once again?) been a proliferation of posts on social media glorifying unsafe and extreme stretching practices. In this podcast episode I unpack why I think that is, and what we can do to address it. Traditional flexibility programs for dancers often only focus on passive stretching. In this episode you'll learn my 5-pronged approach to d…

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Episode 32767: JAMAICAN HIT PARADE 39th July 1967 56:27

24d ago56:27

56:27

TUNE IN TUESDAYS 8PM - 10PM 20:00-22:00 (UK) https://www.felixstoweradio.org.uk To play FELIXSTOWE RADIO please click the LISTEN LIVE link in the header https://a4.asurahosting.com/public/felixstowe_radio or internet explorer simply copy & paste the link below directly into the search and select "Go To". https://a4.asurahosting.com:8060/radio.mp3 O…

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Episode 32767: 30th July 1972 in JAMAICA and UK 53:12

25d ago53:12

53:12

TUNE IN TUESDAYS 8PM - 10PM 20:00-22:00 (UK) https://www.felixstoweradio.org.uk To play FELIXSTOWE RADIO please click the LISTEN LIVE link in the header https://a4.asurahosting.com/public/felixstowe_radio or internet explorer simply copy & paste the link below directly into the search and select "Go To". https://a4.asurahosting.com:8060/radio.mp3 O…

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Failure Isn’t Fatal (with Chris Messer and Mike Jones) 21:11

28d ago21:11

21:11

In the first episode of our “Endeavor to Discover” interview series, leadership and failure are the topics of conversation as Mike Jones, president and master trainer at Discover Leadership Training, joins Chris Messer, executive vice president of the Transportation Group at Endeavor Business Media, NOLN’s parent company. Jones, who works with smal…

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Episode 93: Building Artistic Athletes with Samuel Downing 50:21

1M ago50:21

50:21

In this episode I'm joined by Samuel Downing, Dance Conditioning and Safe Stretch Coach, as we chat about the role dance conditioning plays in supporting dancers to reach their full potential. Samuel discusses his career as a professional dancer and how he discovered the world of strength and conditioning while training in NYC. Samuel is a wealth o…

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Episode 92: Nervous System Hygiene with Jessica Patching-Bunch 55:05

1M ago55:05

55:05

In this week's podcast episode I'm joined by stress resilience coach Jessica Patching-Bunch (aka JPB) to discuss all things related to stress and the nervous system. We discuss what stress actually is, and why it's not always a bad thing. We chat about nervous system regulation, and what this might look like in a dance setting for both dancers and …

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Going 'Full Speed Ahead' on Growing the Grease Monkey Brand (with Ron Stilwell) 15:13

1M ago15:13

15:13

FullSpeed Automotive President Ron Stilwell joins the NOLN Podcast to discuss the growth of the company’s Grease Monkey brand. Stilwell shares insights on how FullSpeed is mapping the expansion of Grease Monkey into new markets and the role its “store of the future” model is playing in that development. *** Subscribe to The NOLN Podcast on your pla…

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Episode 91: Reflections from the PAMA International Symposium 33:32

1M ago33:32

33:32

I'm just returned from the 43rd Annual PAMA International Symposium in Washington, DC and nothing inspires me more than spending time and sharing ideas with other professionals who are also passionate about performer health and wellness. In this podcast episode, I reflect on some of the common themes that emerged from this year's conference includi…

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Episode 90: Staying Safe Dancing in the Heat 29:49

2M ago29:49

29:49

As the weather heats up in the Northern Hemisphere and summer training programs are in full swing, it's important to consider how to keep dancers safe when dancing in the heat. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion, and how to differentiate it from heat stroke. I'll also cover the four most importa…

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How Mental Health Affects Business Decision Making (with Margaret Light) 23:16

2M ago23:16

23:16

Margaret Light, a licensed marriage and family therapist with Equilibrium Therapy Services, explains the impact of mental health on decision making for business leaders. She also offers some tips for shop operators and managers who have a tendency to be either too optimistic or too pessimistic in their work, and she also offers thoughts on bouncing…

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Episode 89: Exploring the Science of Dance with Sarah Kenny 41:02

2M ago41:02

41:02

In this episode I'm thrilled to be joined by friend and colleague Sarah Kenny. We discuss her journey and career transition from a professional dancer to her current role in academia, as a professor at The University of Calgary in the combined Bachelor of Kinesiology / Bachelor of Arts (Dance) undergraduate degree program. We learn about Sarah's cu…

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Episode 88: Your Questions, Answered - Part 2 36:32

2M ago36:32

36:32

In this week's podcast episode, once again I'm answering your questions! Part 1 of this series was so popular and I had so many questions that I didn't get a chance to answer, that I just had to do a Part 2! In this episode, we tackle questions like whether chronic injuries can actually heal or if it's just a matter of managing them, how healthcare…

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It All Adds Up: Inventory Management Best Practices (with Jim Harrington) 18:06

2M ago18:06

18:06

Jim Harrington, executive vice president at Victory Lane Quick Oil Change, is this week’s guest on the NOLN Podcast. Harrington, a 30-year veteran of the quick lube industry, shares tips for how operators can better manage their inventory. In this discussion, Harrington highlights the benefits of good inventory management, and he explains what can …

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Episode 87: Shin Splints in Dancers 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

Shin Splints (aka medial tibial stress syndrome) is a common complaint among dancers. In this episode we discuss what shin splints actually is (and isn't), the most common causes of shin splints and treatment approaches for dancers dealing with shin splints. Episodes mentioned in this podcast: Episode 25: Stress Fractures in Dancers Episode 56: Dan…

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Episode 86: Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) in Dancers 30:19

3M ago30:19

30:19

Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) has a higher prevalence in dance populations than in the general population. In this episode, you'll learn the most common causes of FAI, as well as the 3 most common classifications of it and how they present. We also cover diagnosis and treatment options for dancers dealing with FAI. Episodes mentioned in this p…

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Get on Target with Omnichannel Marketing (with Jeff Tremper) 23:48

3M ago23:48

23:48

Jeff Tremper, senior vice president of Throttle CRM Service Reminders, shares insights on developing an omnichannel approach to marketing and why it’s important to craft consistent messaging across your different marketing channels. He also discusses best practices for using email and SMS messaging to connect with customers, the value of online cus…

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Episode 85: Your Questions, Answered - Part 1 42:34

3M ago42:34

42:34

In this week's podcast episode, I'm answering your questions! I have been compiling a list of listener questions, and finally get a chance to sit down an answer a few of them. Have a listen to find out how to have tricky conversations with studios about unsafe training practices, what it actually means to 'rest' when you have an injury, my top advi…

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Episode 84: What to pack for summer intensive - physio edition 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

Summer dance intensives are just around the corner, and dancers are starting to think about what they'll need to pack for a successful summer. In this podcast episode, I give you my top tips for what to pack, from a physiotherapist's perspective. Is there anything I missed that you'd include in your list? Let me know and I'll be sure to include nex…

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Conquering the Car Count Conundrum (with Tyson Daniels) 16:03

3M ago16:03

16:03

Tyson Daniels, an Idaho-based Grease Monkey franchisee with shops in five states, joins the NOLN Podcast to discuss how his shops are navigating the challenges of declining car counts that many operators are facing. Daniels also dives into how new technologies are increasing efficiency for his locations, and he notes opportunities for improvement t…

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Episode 83: ACL Rehabilitation for Dancers 34:34

3M ago34:34

34:34

Although anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries aren't super common in dancers, they do happen and post-surgical rehabilitation looks slightly different than in a general sporting population. In this podcast episode, I discuss the general timeline and priorities for ACL rehabilitation, as well as the significant differences for dancers going thr…

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Episode 82: ACL Injuries in Sport & Dance 27:38

4M ago27:38

27:38

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries have been forefront in the media and sporting world in recent years with an apparent uptick of injuries, especially among female athletes. FIFA recently announced funding to specifically study whether hormonal fluctuations in female athletes are potentially linked to ACL injuries, and this is just some of t…

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Awards, Industry Guides, Recalls and New Products: Catching Up on NOLN Headlines 10:59

4M ago10:59

10:59

From recent awards announcements to vehicle recalls and new products, there is plenty happening in the quick lube industry. This week’s episode of the NOLN Podcast puts a spotlight on news we’ve recently reported on and stories you may have missed. Here are the headlines we’re diving into: iFLEX 2025: PAMA Recognizes Annual Award Winners Valvoline …

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Episode 81: Foot Health for Dancers with Bri Zborowski 44:51

4M ago44:51

44:51

In this podcast episode I'm joined by Bri Zborowski from Apolla Performance Wear to discuss all things foot health for dancers. In last week's episode, we covered footwear for dancers and why traditional dance footwear can potentially lead to lower extremity injuries for dancers. In this episode, Bri and I discuss her journey in the dance world, an…

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Episode 80: Footwear for Dancers 29:40

4M ago29:40

29:40

In this episode, I explore the importance and limitations of footwear for dancer's. We discuss the current state of research when it comes to footwear for dancers, why dance footwear might be contributing to lower limb, foot and ankle injuries; and what dancer's can do to help mitigate some of these issues. Other podcast episodes mentioned: Episode…

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Predictive Maintenance as a Competitive Advantage (with Nick Haase) 19:22

4M ago19:22

19:22

On the heels of iFLEX 2025 at The Car Wash Show, NOLN catches up with one of the event’s exhibitors, Nick Haase, co-founder of MaintainX, a maintenance and work execution software firm. Haase discusses why having a great maintenance strategy is a competitive lever, what operators can learn from unplanned downtime data, and how they can shift into a…

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Episode 79: Misconceptions About Turnout in Dance 36:14

4M ago36:14

36:14

One of the biggest misconceptions about turnout in dance is that it stays the same in every position. In reality, the amount of turnout a dancer can access often changes with different leg positions and varies based on things like working vs supporting leg, straight vs bent leg, etc. In this podcast episode, I discuss some of the reasons why turnou…

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Episode 78: How to Stop Gripping in the Hips During Extensions 35:37

5M ago35:37

35:37

Gripping in the front of the thigh or a feeling of jamming in the front of the hip is a common problem dancers report in extensions devant (to the front) and à la seconde (to the side). In this podcast episode, you'll learn the anatomy of the hip joint, the role of the hip flexor muscles and how their relationship to the trunk and pelvis can contri…

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PAMA Goes to Washington for Its First Advocacy Day (with Towner French) 20:29

5M ago20:29

20:29

Towner French, Managing Director at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, joins the NOLN Podcast to discuss the Preventative Automotive Maintenance Association’s first Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C., where members met with legislators and agency officials to share their perspectives on Right to Repair and other proposed legislation. French also expla…

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Episode 77: The Rehabilitation Continuum 26:21

5M ago26:21

26:21

When it comes to injury rehabilitation, it's easy to feel like you're done as soon as pain goes away. In reality, this is often just the beginning of the rehabilitation process. In this episode, I discuss the idea of rehabilitation along a continuum, moving from 'calming things down, to building them back up' and why it's important to complete the …

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Episode 76: Optimizing Sleep for Dancers 33:09

5M ago33:09

33:09

We all know that sleep is important for optimal performance and recovery, but with 59-80% of dancers reporting poor sleep, many dancers are missing the mark. In this episode, you'll learn what the latest research is telling us about sleep in dancers, the negative effects associated with lack of adequate sleep, and ways to optimize sleep utilizing s…

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Should Your Shop Add an Oil Evacuation System (with Jeff Cox) 21:30

5M ago21:30

21:30

Jeff Cox, executive director of the Automotive Maintenance & Repair Association, joins the NOLN Podcast to provide a crash course on oil evacuation systems, which allow shops to remove old oil without touching a drain cap. He also explains why these systems are becoming more popular and how to determine whether your shop would benefit from adding o…

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Episode 75: Hip Labral Tears in Dancers 40:37

5M ago40:37

40:37

Hip labral tears are a common injury in dancers, although they often may not present until later in a dancers career or life. In this episode, you'll learn exactly what a hip labral tear is, why dancers are particularly susceptible to them, and different treatment options available. Learn more about Erika Mayall: Follow me on Instagram: @dancephysi…

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Episode 74: #DanceSmarter with Rosina Andrews 45:50

5M ago45:50

45:50

In this episode, I'm joined by dance educator extraordinaire Rosina Andrews. We chat about her early life growing up as a dance studio kid, the magic of being backstage, and her pivotal time training in New York City which shaped her professional and teaching career. I absolutely loved this conversation with Rosina, and we could have chatted foreve…

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Deals, Executive Moves, and Recalls: 8 Recent NOLN Headlines You Might Have Missed 10:20

6M ago10:20

10:20

There’s lots happening across the quick lube industry, so we thought it was a good time to get you caught up on recent stories from NOLN you may have missed. Here are the headlines we’re diving into this week: Valvoline to Acquire Breeze Autocare, Bringing Nearly 200 Stores and Oil Changers Brand Driven Brands Appoints New CEO, Agrees to Divest U.S…

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Episode 73: The Importance of Flooring in Dance 29:37

6M ago29:37

29:37

Research in court sports shows that floor surface in combination with footwear has the potential to decrease the risk of musculoskeletal injuries in athletes. In dance, we are not able to rely as heavily on footwear to dissipate impact forces, making the flooring surface even more important. In this episode, we explore 'low stiffness' dance floorin…

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Episode 72: Competition Countdown. Part 4 - Fuelling for Competition with Jenny Accettura 38:29

6M ago38:29

38:29

Welcome to a new 4 part series - Competition Countdown. As dance competition season ramps up into full swing in most parts of North America, this series provides useful and usable content to help dancers, teachers, and parents get the most out of competition season. In part 4, I am joined by registered dietician Jenny Accettura of Centre Stage Nutr…

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Good Call: The Art of Serving Customers on the Phone (with David Boyd) 17:45

6M ago17:45

17:45

In an era when many rely on text messaging, websites, and smartphone apps to get the information they need, good old fashioned phone calls steadfastly remain a way to connect quick lube locations and potential customers. David Boyd, founder of Inbound Communications, joins the NOLN Podcast to share best practices for handling incoming calls, servin…

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Episode 71: Competition Countdown. Part 3: Rest & Recovery for Competitions 30:30

6M ago30:30

30:30

Welcome to a new 4 part series - Competition Countdown. As dance competition season ramps up into full swing in most parts of North America, this series provides useful and usable content to help dancers, teachers, and parents get the most out of competition season. In part 3, you'll learn about rest and recovery during competitions. Knowing what t…

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Episode 70: Competition Countdown. Part 2 - Dancer First Aid 33:50

6M ago33:50

33:50

Welcome to a new 4 part series - Competition Countdown. As dance competition season ramps up into full swing in most parts of North America, this series provides useful and usable content to help dancers, teachers, and parents get the most out of competition season. In part 2, we dive into what to do when things go wrong. No one wants to get injure…

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What to Know When You’re Thinking About Selling (with Jim Parker of The Auto Repair Boss) 18:29

7M ago18:29

18:29

While you might be ready to exit the quick lube industry, is your business ready to be sold? Jim Parker, president of The Auto Repair Boss, a Florida-based brokerage firm that specializes in selling auto-related companies, joins the NOLN Podcast to offer guidance on how to determine whether the time is right for a quick lube shop operator to sell. …

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Episode 69: Competition Countdown. Part 1 - Preparing for Competition 31:09

7M ago31:09

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Welcome to a new 4 part series - Competition Countdown. As dance competition season ramps up into full swing in most parts of North America, this series provides useful and usable content to help dancers, teachers, and parents get the most out of competition season. In part 1, we cover preparing your body (and mind) for competition. I discuss taper…

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