Best Dr Chase Cunningham Podcasts (2025)

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Hyper-Visibility and Isolation: The Reality of Being a Black Man at the Top 28:42

8d ago28:42

28:42

When you’re one of the few, or the only Black man in the room, leadership comes with a unique mix of visibility and isolation. Every achievement is on display. Every mistake is magnified. And the pressure to be “twice as good” can feel relentless. In this special episode, our host Stephen A. Hart sits down with Alfred Edmond Jr., Senior VP & Execut…

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A Real Conversation about the Hurdles of Cybersecurity Conferences 55:46

13d ago55:46

55:46

Cybersecurity conferences: equal parts chaos, collaboration, and caffeine. ☕💻 Behind the buzzwords and vendor swag, real innovation happens. We’ll break down how these gatherings shape the industry, spark partnerships, and prep us for the next wave of #threats. Tune in for no-BS insights on making the most of these events.…

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Cybersecurity’s China Syndrome: Why U.S. Defenses Are Falling Behind 25:40

17d ago25:40

25:40

We pull no punches on the escalating #cyberwarfare threat from state-sponsored actors, with China leading the charge. From alarming penetration test results to underfunded state laws like Ohio’s latest effort, this episode dissects why America’s response is dangerously inadequate. This isn’t just another #cybersecurity scare—it’s a call for a compl…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 30:06

1M ago30:06

30:06

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses significant developments in cybersecurity, including Palo Alto's $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, the implications of rising AI threats, and the ongoing challenges posed by data breaches and ransomware. He emphasizes the need for a more robust cybersecurity fram…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 20:45

2M ago20:45

20:45

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham discusses the current state of cybersecurity, focusing on market growth, the workforce gap, the impact of data breaches, and the role of AI. He emphasizes the importance of zero trust architecture and highlights the human factors that contribute to cybersecurity risks. The discussion also covers incident t…

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The CyBUr Guy Podcast: July 17, 2025 - The crushing morosity of cybersecurity with the Kingsman! 34:55

2M ago34:55

34:55

The Kingsman, Michael McQuade of StarApex Consulting rejoins to podcast to talk a host of issues: 1) Convincing Companies about the need for cybersecurity 2) An analogy of climate change to cybersecurity, in regards to convincing people to do the thing 3) Other topics about The Cybers™. Give a listen, tell a friend.…

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Lena Waithe Redefines Legacy, Listening, and Radical Acceptance 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

🎬 Storytellers, Builders, and Believers—This One’s for the Architects of Culture Who Speak Truth and Shape Tomorrow. This week on The Optimist Project, Yara Shahidi welcomes Emmy-winning screenwriter, producer, and trailblazer Lena Waithe for a deeply introspective conversation on happiness, radical acceptance, and creative disruption. From navigat…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 25:16

2M ago25:16

25:16

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses the recent ransomware attack on Marks & Spencer, the implications of Ingram Micro's investigation into a ransomware incident, and the lessons learned from major cyber attacks. He highlights the importance of cybersecurity measures, job opportunities in the field, an…

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Nikkolas Smith Reimagines the World Through ‘Artivism’ 47:36

2M ago47:36

47:36

🎨 Creators, Visionaries, and Changemakers—This One’s for the Revolutionaries with a Paintbrush. This week on The Optimist Project, Yara Shahidi welcomes celebrated artivist, author, and concept artist Nikkolas Smith for a powerful exploration of optimism through the lens of creativity, justice, and bold imagination. From designing theme parks as a …

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Estelle on Trusting Yourself & Being a Light 55:25

2M ago55:25

55:25

🎶 Creators, Dreamers, and Artists—This One’s for the Light Shining in You. This week on The Optimist Project, Yara Shahidi sits down with Grammy Award-winning musician Estelle for an intimate conversation on purpose, presence, and the art of living with intention. In a world that often prizes popularity over authenticity, Estelle invites us to cons…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 35:32

2M ago35:32

35:32

In this conversation, Dr. Zero Trust discusses various cybersecurity incidents, including the Norwegian dam hack, retail data breaches, and the challenges posed by data brokers. He emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures and the need for better regulations in the digital age. The discussion also touches on leadership changes at Cyb…

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Cole Arthur Riley's Black Liturgies and the Beauty of Unanswered Questions 47:46

2M ago47:46

47:46

✨ Writers, Seekers, and Tender Truth-Tellers—This One’s for You. This week on The Optimist Project, we’re joined by writer, poet, and spiritual curator Cole Arthur Riley, author of This Here Flesh and creator of the transcendent digital space Black Liturgies. Cole’s wisdom invites us to consider optimism not as loud hope but as sacred stillness—a q…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 18:21

2M ago18:21

18:21

In this episode, Dr. Zero Trust discusses a record-breaking data breach involving 16 billion exposed passwords, the implications of cyber warfare in current geopolitical conflicts, and the challenges surrounding digital sovereignty in Europe. The conversation highlights the need for better cybersecurity practices and the evolving nature of warfare …

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The CyBUr Guuy Podcast - What if all the Cybersecurity Companies closed shop with Michael McQuade 40:21

3M ago40:21

40:21

The CyBUr Guy podcast returns with a special episode that poses several interesting philosophical questions for businesses as they pertain to cybersecurity. Most importantly, what would happen if all the cybersecurity companies in the world said, "To heck with it, no one is listening, we'll just close up shop. GOOD LUCK TO Y'ALL!" I am joined by my…

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Alok Vaid-Menon on Art, Identity & the Radical Power of Joy 52:30

3M ago52:30

52:30

🌈 Artists, Seekers, and Boundary-Breakers—This One’s For You. This week on The Optimist Project, I’m joined by the brilliant and genre-defying artist, writer, and performer Alok Vaid-Menon, whose work invites us to embrace our full selves with tenderness, complexity, and courage. In this luminous conversation, Alok redefines what it means to be opt…

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An honest conversation from the Gartner Event 32:50

3M ago32:50

32:50

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Eric Krohn discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, particularly focusing on the impact of AI and Zero Trust principles. They explore the challenges small and medium businesses face in adopting new technologies, the importance of risk management, and the need for a collaborative approach betwee…

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Ashley Cunningham on Courage, Cinnamon Rolls, and the Discipline Behind Optimism 46:42

3M ago46:42

46:42

✨ Food Lovers, Dreamers, and Anyone on a Journey Toward Self-Mastery—This One’s for You. This week on The Optimist Project, we’re joined by classically trained chef, self-taught baker, and founder of Bad Ash Bakes, Ashley Cunningham. Ashley’s story is one of fearless evolution—from teenage culinary prodigy to full-time entrepreneur with a deep spir…

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Reco and DrZeroTrust 11:26

3M ago11:26

11:26

How does a company deal with AI sprawl? What is the "oh shit" moment when an enterprise realizes how much risk AI is introducing? Where can we fix this issue? Why was Reco 4 years ahead of the problem, and what have they learned as they took their solution to market? Lots of insight on this one with the co-founder of Reco!…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 30:55

3M ago30:55

30:55

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses various aspects of cybersecurity, focusing on recent data breaches, the implications for businesses, and the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs). He highlights the Victoria's Secret data breach as a case study, examines vulnerabilities in w…

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Cyberrisk Quantification: Strengthening Financial Resilience 35:33

3M ago35:33

35:33

In this episode, ISACA's Lisa Cook engages with Yakir Golan, Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-Founder of Kovrr, to explore the critical role of Cyberrisk Quantification (CRQ) in enhancing organizational financial resilience. They discuss how CRQ solutions provide objective assessments of an organization's cybersecurity posture, enabling leaders to ma…

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Mir Harris on Using Storytelling and Service in 'Realistic' Optimism 40:49

3M ago40:49

40:49

🌟 Deep Thinkers, Creative Leaders, and Purpose-Driven Souls—This Episode Is for You. This week on The Optimist Project, I had the honor of sitting down with multihyphenate creative strategist and cultural force, Mir Harris. As the founder and CEO of MirSays, Mir has built a career rooted in storytelling, social impact, and the kind of optimism that…

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Mammoth Cyber and Zero Trust 22:31

3M ago22:31

22:31

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Michael Shieh from Mammoth Cyber discuss the evolution of Zero Trust security, focusing on browser security and AI's role in enhancing security measures. They explore the concept of data-first security, the significance of mobile security, and the future of Zero Trust in the context of increasing cyber…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 29:09

3M ago29:09

29:09

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses various pressing issues in cybersecurity, including the recent leadership changes at CISA, NATO's proposal for cybersecurity spending, market trends in cybersecurity IPOs, and the alarming number of exposed credentials. He emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity …

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Legit Security researcher finds vulnerability in AI assistant GitLab Duo 20:21

3M ago20:21

20:21

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Omer from Legit Security discuss a significant vulnerability discovered in GitLab Duo, an AI assistant integrated into GitLab. They explore how prompt injection techniques can be exploited to manipulate the AI into leaking sensitive source code and other confidential information. The discussion highlig…

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Tara Roberts Honors History by 'Diving' into Purpose 33:47

3M ago33:47

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🌊 Truth Seekers, Legacy Builders, and Lovers of Deep Stories—This One’s for You. This week on The Optimist Project, I had the absolute joy of sitting down with award-winning storyteller, explorer, and changemaker Tara Roberts. Tara is the voice behind the National Geographic podcast Into the Depths and the first Black woman to grace the cover of Na…

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Anousheh Ansari on Exploring Space, Cultivating Curiosity, and Igniting Imagination 45:09

3M ago45:09

45:09

🚀 Visionaries, Space Dreamers, and Changemakers—This Episode Is for You. This week on The Optimist Project, I had the privilege of sitting down with Anousheh Ansari—engineer, explorer, entrepreneur, and the first female private space traveler. From gazing at the stars as a curious child in Iran to launching into orbit and later into impact-driven i…

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Securing Desktops and Data from Ransomware Attacks 39:30

4M ago39:30

39:30

Ransomware remains one of the most formidable cybersecurity threats facing organizations worldwide. In this episode of the ISACA Podcast, host Chris McGowan speaks with Netwrix endpoint protection expert Jeremy Moskowitz, who explains how ransomware infiltrates and cripples desktop environments. He explains cybercriminals' tactics to exploit social…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show (8K-s Everywhere!) 24:02

4M ago24:02

24:02

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses various aspects of cybersecurity, including the impact of ransomware attacks on businesses, the importance of strong password practices, and the emerging threats posed by ransomware as a service operations like Dragon Force. He highlights recent data breaches in ret…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show (Post RSA Edition) 24:31

4M ago24:31

24:31

In this conversation, Dr. Zero Trust shares his experiences from the RSA show, discussing the overall atmosphere, vendor interactions, and the introduction of the 10 Ring app for vendor reviews. He highlights certain vendors' threats and emphasizes the importance of data-driven analysis. The discussion also covers insights from a recent Gartner rep…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 11:51

4M ago11:51

11:51

In this conversation, Derek Maki, head of product at Veracode, discusses the evolving landscape of application security, the impact of AI on code security, and the importance of prevention in the future of security practices. He shares insights from the RSA Conference and highlights Veracode's innovations in securing applications and managing risks…

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The 10ring App! 12:25

4M ago12:25

12:25

🚨 RSA Attendees, Let's Shake Things Up! 🚨 Ever been frustrated that your voice isn't heard at big tech events? Me too. That's why I built 10ring—the app where YOU rate vendors, anonymously if you prefer, and help drive real transparency and accountability. No fluff. No selling your emails. Just honest feedback, community-driven rankings, and heck—I…

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The CyBUr Guy Podcast April 15, 2025 - The Tactical Cyber Podcast from the 2025 Southeast Cyber Summit 28:19

5M ago28:19

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This episode includes a rebroadcasting of the latest episode of the Tactical Cyber Podcast that was live at the 2025 Southeast Cyber Summit in Birmingham. If includes a discussion of the conference by Darren and his Tactical Cyber Podcast co-host Paul Perry of Warren Averett. Give a listen, tell a friend.…

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Dr Zero Trust and Faction Networks 27:18

5M ago27:18

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In this conversation, Chase Cunningham and Dave Rand discuss the concept of Zero Trust security and how Faction Networks is innovating in this space. They explore the challenges of securing IoT devices, the unique approach of Faction in avoiding central key repositories, and the importance of encryption. The discussion also touches on the future of…

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Visible Ops Book Conversation 22:44

5M ago22:44

22:44

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Scott Aldridge discuss the principles of the Visible Ops methodology and its application in cybersecurity. Scott shares his extensive background in IT and cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing IT assets through effective change and configuration management. They explor…

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The CyBUr Guy Podcast March 31, 2025 - Using Cyber Post-Mortems to create Killchains 40:32

5M ago40:32

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I am excited to welcome one of the smartest guys in cybersecurity land Matt Lee of Pax8 to discuss how cyber post-mortems and using them to develop killchains. Lots of genius in this episode. Give a listen, tell a friend. Thoughts are always welcome at [email protected] Darren J. Mott

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The Dr Zero Trust Show (the SignalGate Analysis) 16:50

5M ago16:50

16:50

In this conversation, Dr. Zero Trust analyzes a recent incident involving the leak of tactical action plans by high-ranking officials through unsecured communication channels. He discusses the implications of this leak on national security, the classification of information, and the accountability of government officials. The conversation highlight…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 19:42

6M ago19:42

19:42

In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham, also known as Dr. Zero Trust, discusses the intersection of cybersecurity and finance, focusing on market trends, vulnerabilities, and the implications of recent cybersecurity incidents. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the financial aspects of cybersecurity, including stock performance and i…

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On Break : More Optimism to Come! 16:26

6M ago16:26

16:26

💆‍♀️💆‍♂️Taking a break but we’ll be back! What an amazing journey it’s been, diving into the power of optimism and creating space for the big ideas that keep us inspired! With that same spirit, we’re taking a little time to recharge. That’s right—The Optimist Project is hitting pause for a short hiatus… but don’t worry, we’ll be back before you kno…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 33:49

6M ago33:49

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In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Barry Mainz, CEO of Forescout, discuss the pressing issues surrounding cybersecurity, particularly in critical infrastructure, legacy systems, and the importance of a zero trust approach. They critique the Netflix series 'Zero Day' for its portrayal of cybersecurity threats and explore the current stat…

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KidSuper on Taking Optimistic Risks 57:59

6M ago57:59

57:59

🎨 Creative Souls and Dreamers, This One’s for You! This week on The Optimist Project, I sat down with the wildly inventive fashion designer Colm Dillane — aka KidSuper. Known for his unforgettable Paris Fashion Week shows and his vibrant live-work studio space, Colm is a fearless, creative force. We explore the magic of blending optimism with fearl…

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Cyberresilience and Cybersecurity 24:10

6M ago24:10

24:10

Cybersecurity and the role of internal audit, an urgent call to action: The forces driving business growth and efficiency contribute to a broad attack surface for cyber assaults. How is the end user protected with good service while not being compromised? First Line includes internet, cloud, mobile, and social technologies, now mainstream, are plat…

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Dr. Becky Yang Hsu Breaks Down How Culture Defines Happiness 43:45

6M ago43:45

43:45

✨What is happiness, really? And are we looking for it in all the wrong places? This week on The Optimist Project, Yara Shahidi sits down with sociologist Dr. Becky Yang Hsu to explore how different cultures define happiness—and why the solo pursuit of it might be too limiting. Dr. Hsu unpacks the surprising ways deep connections, community, and rel…

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The CyBUr Guy Podcast 2025 - Brian Burnett 43:34

6M ago43:34

43:34

In this episode of the CyBUr Guy Podcast, I sit down with Brian Burnett, Director of Cyber for the North Carolina Electrical Cooperative, to discuss the unique cybersecurity challenges facing Operational Technology (OT) networks. From power grids to industrial control systems, OT environments are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, making robus…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 23:38

6M ago23:38

23:38

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Zero Trust discusses various cybersecurity topics, including active malware campaigns, the risks associated with Veterans Affairs data, and the implications of recent data breaches. He also highlights legislative efforts to improve cybersecurity in the agricultural sector and the importance of cybersecurity for law…

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Bisa Butler's Threads of Optimism using Art, Teaching, and Legacy 55:27

6M ago55:27

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🎙 The Optimist Project Podcast: Bisa Butler – Giving Our Past a New Life Through Art Today, I’m in conversation with the extraordinary Bisa Butler—artist, educator, visual historian, and creative futurist. Through her breathtaking quilted portraits, Bisa weaves history, identity, and resilience into fabric, redefining how we see the past and imagin…

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The Dr Zero Trust Show 28:56

6M ago28:56

28:56

In this conversation, Dr. Zero Trust discusses the current state of cybersecurity, focusing on leadership appointments, the confusion surrounding cyber threat naming, emerging threats, and the intersection of espionage and cybercrime. He critiques the lack of operational expertise in cybersecurity leadership, highlights the challenges posed by evol…

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The CyBUr Guy Podcast 2025, Ep4 - Michael McQuade of StarApex Recruiting 54:07

6M ago54:07

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I am joined on the podcast this week with Michael McQuade, the founder of StarApex Recruiting who is disrupting the cybersecurity job placement market. We talk about how his dream career as a KFC employee shifted to that of a UK Intelligence Officer to a soloprenuer. Give a listen, tell a friend. You can email me thoughts/comments/questions to darr…

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Dr. Vee Kativhu: Igniting Optimism by Chasing her Dreams & Changing Lives 1:01:27

7M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Ready for a dose of inspiration? This week on The Optimist Project, Yara Shahidi sits in conversation with Gen Z global phenom, educator, author, and activist, Dr. Vee Kativhu, about chasing dreams, facing challenges, and lifting others as you rise. Dr. Vee gets real about how self-care can be the perfect shield against criticism, the importance an…

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The CyBur Guy Podcast 2025 Ep3 - Dr. Chase Cunningham 33:29

7M ago33:29

33:29

In this episode I welcome back Dr. Chase Cunningham to discuss his Demo-Force partnership with Forescout and he graciously lets me grill him on the new National Cyber Director and Deep seek. For my soapbox item, refer to his article: https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/13/fbi_cisa_unforgivable_buffer_overflow/?td=rt-3a Give a listen, tell a friend.…

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