Best I Never Thought It Would Happen Podcasts (2025)

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S5 Ep9: INTIWH - Amy MacDonald 36:32

12d ago36:32

36:32

"We all take music for granted, really. But it's kind of with us through every memorable part of our lives. And to just have it as such a meaningful occupation, but to not properly support the people that make it seems absolutely crazy" - Amy MacDonald Joining Chris for this episode is singer-songwriter Amy MacDonald, who's fate was sealed when she…

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If I Ruled the World: Creating Chaos with Anele and Sizwe [VIDEO] 1:22:21

2d ago1:22:21

1:22:21

This round of If I Ruled the World is going down in South Africa. Trevor invites friends-of-the-show Anele Mdoda and Sizwe Dhlomo to give ruling the world a try. Elections. Human Connection. Mandatory commuting. It’s all in the timing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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I Just Got Shot, and Boy Does It Hurt 36:15

5d ago36:15

36:15

At 11 years old, Tere survives on a raft after her family is murdered and the yacht they were on sinks. Christa is doing volunteer work in Haiti when a 7.0 earthquake hits collapsing the house around her. Brian is a truck driver at a rest stop for then night when his truck is broken into and he is shot. Pretty Litter - Go to PrettyLitter.com/Surviv…

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Meet Jon Stewart – One of My Favorite People [VIDEO] 1:46:23

9d ago1:46:23

1:46:23

Trevor sits down with Jon Stewart in an epic episode of "My Favorite People". The two talk life, comedy, their experiences hosting The Daily Show, and the benefits of keeping one’s mind occupied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Spotify Studios

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Any Time You Believe A Man Is God You're Brainwashed 35:46

12d ago35:46

35:46

Amber is 9 years old when her adoptive parents move the family to Utah where they become involved in a fundamentalist mormon cult known as the Zionist society. Khalil is a college student when a friend introduces him and his fiancée to the Nation of Yahweh. Elishah was born into the Tony and Susan Alamo Christian Foundation, where here parents were…

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If I Ruled the World: Tressie McMillan Cottom Throws Down [VIDEO] 56:47

16d ago56:47

56:47

For this round of If I Ruled the World, Trevor and Christiana and joined by friend-of-the-show Tressie McMillan Cottom. They’re trying to find ways to connect people and limit societal rot; one quarterly report, character count, and service job at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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S5 Ep8: INTIWH - Victoria Canal 37:04

19d ago37:04

37:04

"The thing that he said that struck me most was, you don't get people's attention more by being louder... you make them want to lean in when you pull back. The moments that resonate the most are when I pull back" - Victoria Canal In this episode of Chris' podcast, he's joined by singer-songwriter Victoria Canal. A globe-trotting childhood, with all…

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I Didn't Even Have Enough Time To Think About What Was Happening 41:09

19d ago41:09

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17 year old Danielle is attacked by her mother’s boyfriend who stabs her repeatedly and leaves her for dead. Deborah is part of a crew delivering a yacht when it sinks along with their life raft. Gordy and Betty are terrorized in their home by an escaped convict before he takes them with him as hostages. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apar…

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Meet Esther Perel – One of My Favorite People [VIDEO] 2:12:43

23d ago2:12:43

2:12:43

In another "My Favorite People" episode, Trevor sits down with Esther Perel. This time around, Esther reflects on her early life experiences and how those experiences have shaped her life and career. They also discuss the importance of “friction” as an essential element of a life well lived, and why we should all maybe be hanging out at the laundro…

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S5 Ep7: INTIWH - Theodore Shapiro 36:10

26d ago36:10

36:10

"I have a very vivid memory of seeing 'Raiders Of The Lost Ark' when I was nine and that was a very profound experience for me, because I loved the movie. I was very aware of what that music was doing to my experience..." - Theodore Shapiro In this episode Chris explores a whole new world of music making in the company of composer Theodore Shapiro.…

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I Could Hear My Heart Beating In My Eardrums 38:58

26d ago38:58

38:58

Lori and Pat are on an RV trip in Baja Mexico when they are attack by two armed men who begin to fire into the vehicle. David is out for a jog when he is caught in a tornado on the Stones River Greenway. Kevin is home alone when he is viciously attacked by an intruder wielding a knife. Pretty Litter - Go to PrettyLitter.com/Survived to save 20% on …

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The Perfect Algorithm for Finding Love? with Christian Rudder [VIDEO] 1:12:17

1M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

Trevor and Christiana are joined by Christian Rudder (co-founder of OkCupid and author of Dataclysm) to try and determine: Is a healthy dating app possible? They talk through how online dating has shifted since the “hope and change” moment of the early 2010s, and how data and technology can help and hurt our attempts at finding love. Learn more abo…

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S5 Ep6: INTIWH - ALT BLK ERA 38:34

1M ago38:34

38:34

“Because we write in so many genres, it’s always exciting to song write. Because today it’s like, we can write a D+B song and tomorrow we can write an Emo song. So it doesn’t get boring, because there’s always a new genre that you haven’t written in” - ALT BLK ERA In this episode Chris is joined by not one, but two guests - sisters Nyrobi and Chaya…

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We're Never Going to Get Out of This Alive 35:23

1M ago35:23

35:23

Sharon is abducted outside her home by a man with a knife who blindfolds and assaults her. Al and Linda are snowmobiling with their daughter on a frozen lake when their sleds fall through the ice along with Al. Misty and her friend Tanya are walking home from a part when hey are attacked by a man with a baseball bat who leads them into the woods. A…

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The Anxious Generation with Jonathan Haidt [VIDEO] 1:27:44

1M ago1:27:44

1:27:44

Jonathan Haidt, noted social psychologist and author of The Anxious Generation, sits down with Trevor and Christiana to discuss how smartphones and social media are harming Gen Z – and really all of us. He encourages claiming back third spaces, championing anti-fragility, and … maybe letting your kid go take a walk. Learn more about your ad choices…

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S5 Ep5: INTIWH - Gary Kemp 44:30

1M ago44:30

44:30

"Back when I was a kid, I didn't want to know what Bryan Ferry's kitchen looked like, you know? I couldn't even imagine him having one... People don't want that now. Why don't they want mystique?" - Gary Kemp In conversation with Chris for this episode is Gary Kemp, now a solo artist and a member of Nick Mason's Saucerful Of Secrets. It was Gary's …

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I Closed My Eyes and He Popped A Round Off 35:12

1M ago35:12

35:12

Barbara and her friend are on their way home from school when they are abducted by a man in fatigues wielding a large knife who ties them up and leads them into the woods. Glen is on his way through South America on a motorcycle expedition when he is captured by a marxist rebel group in Columbia who march him through the jungle. Apartments.com - To…

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Meet Derek Fordjour – One of My Favorite People [VIDEO] 1:52:42

1M ago1:52:42

1:52:42

Interdisciplinary artist Derek Fordjour is one of Trevor’s Favorite People. The two discuss creating art, African diaspora, and assigning value within society. Above all else, they agree humans need storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Spotify Studios

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S5 Ep4: I Never Thought It Would Happen - Jade Bird 39:16

2M ago39:16

39:16

"I've had a pretty tumultuous upbringing... I was pretty scared about being too honest about it all." - Jade Bird Chatting with Chris in this episode is British singer-songwriter Jade Bird. Experiencing a difficult home life, Jade began writing songs early, aged just 12. She was in her teens when Glassnote Records signed her, with her self-titled d…

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I Need Them to Find DNA Underneath My Fingernails 35:13

2M ago35:13

35:13

Stephanie’s ex husband attacks her in her home where he shoots her in the head three times. Craig and Crystal are in the library of Columbine High school when two shooters commit mass murder. Rich and Laura are with their five children on a hike in the Sequoia National Forest when they are attacked by a swarm of bees. This Episode is sponsored by B…

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Neuro-Spicy: Discussing ADHD with Dr. Kristin Carothers [VIDEO] 1:37:30

2M ago1:37:30

1:37:30

Noted clinical psychologist Dr. Kristin Carothers joins Trevor and Christiana to discuss ADHD. The three demystify the condition, how it’s diagnosed, how it manifests, and its impact on everything from education to relationships to professional sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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S5 Ep3: INTIWH - Abel Selaocoe 41:09

2M ago41:09

41:09

"It was alien, extremely alien. And it looked alien... with the buttons. What is this machine? What is this thing?" - Abel Selaocoe, on his brother's bassoon. For this episode, Chris welcomes a South African cellist, singer and composer, who's now resident in Manchester. Inspired by all sorts of different music he heard through the radio, Abel disc…

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I Don't Want to Die, I Want to Live 34:14

2M ago34:14

34:14

Frederic is 11 years old when he and his mother are stabbed multiple times by an intruder in the night. Henry and Becky are with their children flying back from a missionary trip to the Bahamas when their pilot loses consciousness. 15 year old twins Missy and Mandy are shot at by a gunman in their high school shortly after their morning prayer grou…

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If I Ruled the World: Careful What You Think [VIDEO] 1:10:35

2M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

The world’s a bit of a mess right now – maybe Trevor, Christiana, and Josh can come up with some fixes. It’s another If I Ruled the World episode. This week’s suggestions are… intimate? Their rulings are infiltrating your screens, bedrooms, and minds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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S5 Ep2: INTIWH - Thom Rylance, The Lottery Winners 44:21

2M ago44:21

44:21

"I don't know who the man is that lives inside my body... but I'm so glad he turns up." - Thom Rylance. Chatting with Chris in this episode is Thom Rylance of The Lottery Winners. The indie-pop 4 piece from Greater Manchester took their cues from bands like The Smiths and Orange Juice as well as the Britpop scene and have quickly risen to the top. …

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I Immediately Grabbed the Barrel of His Gun 35:58

2M ago35:58

35:58

Alga is abducted and attacked by a church handyman who leaves her for dead in the trunk of her car. Blaine is trapped in a coal mine with 8 other men, including his father in law, for over 3 days as they battle rising waters and limited air. Lincoya and his roommate are held hostage by two armed robbers. Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your…

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Meet Eugene Khoza – One of My Favorite People [VIDEO] 1:58:07

2M ago1:58:07

1:58:07

In another “My Favorite People” episode, Trevor chats with South African comedian and dear friend Eugene Khoza. From processing loss to abundance, from friendship to religion, from hanging on to letting go, nothing is off limits in this hilarious and profound episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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S5 Ep1: I Never Thought It Would Happen - Bryan Adams 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

"I mean, you're either a creative or you're a burglar" - Bryan Adams. Joining Chris for the first episode of his 5th series is rock superstar, and man of many talents Bryan Adams. As well as having huge global hit singles, multi-million selling albums, a number of remarkable duets and a worldwide fanbase, Bryan is also an acclaimed photographer. In…

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I Wanted Him to be as Afraid of Me as I Was of Him 34:38

2M ago34:38

34:38

Susan is attacked in her home by a man with a hammer, when she decides to fight back there are deadly consequences. John and Jean are living with their four children on a catamaran out at sea when they hit a reef in shark infested waters. Penny is a restaurant manager closing one night when she is attacked and left for dead. PDS Debt - Get started …

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Is Elon Musk the Ultimate Scam Artist? with Max Chafkin [VIDEO] 1:15:53

2M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

Author and journalist Max Chafkin, co-host of the podcast Elon, Inc., joins Trevor and Christiana to discuss one of today’s most fascinating and controversial figures: Elon Musk. The three talk about how Elon came to be the world’s richest person, whether he’s a brilliant entrepreneur, scam artist, or both, and whether he and the rest of the “Paypa…

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Presenting: CRIME HOUSE TRUE CRIME STORIES 15:38

2M ago15:38

15:38

Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson t…

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I'm Dying Today, This Is My Last Day on Earth 37:17

3M ago37:17

37:17

A special profile of three extraordinary stories of people who literally died and came back to life. Deb’s heart stops shortly after delivering her second child. Michaela is severely injured in a deadly car accident. Steve is stabbed by his schizophrenic brother who has gone off his meds. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit Be…

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The Problem with Men, with Scott Galloway [VIDEO] 1:32:27

3M ago1:32:27

1:32:27

Author/entrepreneur Scott Galloway joins Trevor and Christiana to discuss the economic and social crises plaguing the world (okay, only some of them). They contemplate why young men are failing, the masculinity crisis, how we can all help, and the importance of “garbage time”. They also debate the great American misdirect and how the billionaire cl…

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I Walked Through A Field With My Back Broken 31:11

3M ago31:11

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16-year-old Brandy is abducted and assaulted by two gunmen. James is used as a human shield when a gunman goes on a rampage in his school cafeteria. Steve must drag himself up a dry creek bed for help after falling from a tree and breaking both his legs. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place …

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American Amnesia with Tressie McMillan Cottom [VIDEO] 58:58

3M ago58:58

58:58

Tressie McMillan Cottom is back on the podcast. Tressie, Trevor, and Christiana discuss Donald Trump’s Tesla infomercial at the White House, the psychology of the American voter, and why so many of us unwittingly vote for candidates whose views are actually the opposite of ours. The three also explore our tendency to not appreciate what we have unt…

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I Could Hear His Footsteps Getting Closer and Closer 37:14

3M ago37:14

37:14

Jill and Ron fight for their lives in a terrifying home invasion. Randy is electrocuted while working alone up a 35 foot power pole. Julie is attacked by her ex-boyfriend after agreeing to go talk with him. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Progressive: Multitask right no…

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The Reality of Fiction with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie [VIDEO] 1:44:14

3M ago1:44:14

1:44:14

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie joins Trevor and Christiana to discuss her new novel and how she approaches the alchemy of writing fiction. The three also discuss the challenge of exchanging opposing ideas in today’s world, when joke telling may be crossing the line, and why Chimamanda declines to be on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

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If I Die, Nobody Will Know Who Did This 37:17

3M ago37:17

37:17

Terry and his family are attacked in their beds by his daughter’s boyfriend and an accomplice. Anne and her friend Debi are mountain biking when Anne is attacked by a mountain lion. Earleen is attacked at work by a man posing as a guest in the hotel. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to f…

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Christiana Gave Birth (Again)! [VIDEO] 1:33:20

3M ago1:33:20

1:33:20

Trevor, Christiana, and Josh cover some big news – Christiana just gave birth to her third child! It leads them to a discussion of how motherhood is framed by society, its impact on the family and the economy, and how to find and utilize community to help manage its trials and tribulations. But being who they are, the three friends also delve into …

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I Was Sure He Was Eating My Brain 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

Susan’s rural home is invaded by three masked gunmen who shoot both her and her husband. While working in a remote valley in Bella Coola, British Columbia, Brent is attacked by a massive grizzly bear that rips the scalp off the back of his head. Denise is attacked in her apartment by a man posing as a maintenance man. PDS Debt - Get started with yo…

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Human-Kind or Human Evil with Rutger Bregman [VIDEO] 1:26:30

4M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Historian and author Rutger Bregman joins Trevor and Christiana to debate ethics and the possibility of a better world. Are human beings innately good? Innately selfish? Which is better to move the human race forward? Which sows the seeds of our own demise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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We Could See This Fire Tornado Devouring Our Pickup Truck 33:30

4M ago33:30

33:30

15-year-old Sydney is attacked by men who have broken into her family home looking for money. Dena and Roger are trapped when a wildfire engulfs their home before they can evacuate. Jennifer is attacked by her ex-boyfriend when he breaks into her home with a gun. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com t…

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Meet Khaya Dlanga – One of My Favorite People [VIDEO] 2:10:02

4M ago2:10:02

2:10:02

We’ve got a new type of episode for you. In this premiere “My Favorite People” ep, Trevor chats with his longtime friend (indeed one of his favorite people), Khaya Dlanga. Khaya’s a South African writer, commentator, and Youtube OG. No topic is off limits, and the two discuss the world around us, how Khaya manages to be the most online person he kn…

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I Was Going to Have to Cut My Leg Off 35:28

4M ago35:28

35:28

April is brutally assaulted then set on fire by an acquaintance after taking them and her ex-boyfriend for a ride. Mark is forced to amputate part of his leg after it is caught in a drive shaft of an oil well. An act of kindness backfires on Jesse when he is attacked with a hammer and run over by the hitchhikers he reluctantly gave a ride Progressi…

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The Second Coming of Halle Berry [VIDEO] 59:08

4M ago59:08

59:08

Halle Berry has found her purpose. She’s chatting with Trevor and Christiana about the jaw-dropping personal experience that led her to her new project: promoting the conversation around women’s longevity and creating tools for those experiencing menopause. We’re learning a lot in this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com…

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Introducing... the Ancient Aliens podcast 6:14

4M ago6:14

6:14

The Ancient Aliens podcast explores the controversial theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. From the age of the dinosaurs to ancient Egypt, early cave drawings to continued mass sightings in the US, each episode in this hit History series gives historic depth to the questions, speculations, provocative controversie…

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I Couldn't Sit Up, I Couldn't Check to See Where They Were 36:01

4M ago36:01

36:01

Dawn and her two daughters are at a friend's beach house when four armed men break in looking for money. Jens and Jim are flying with their fathers on the way to a fishing trip when their plane crashes in the ocean miles from shore. Agnes is working a night shift when she is abducted by an armed man who has another victim in his trunk.See Privacy P…

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RIP… D.E.I. with Ruha Benjamin [VIDEO] 1:25:45

4M ago1:25:45

1:25:45

Trevor and Christiana speak with professor, sociologist, and MacArthur Fellowship winner Ruha Benjamin about some of the pressing political and social issues of the day. The three discuss whether DEI initiatives are in fact valuable and how the world will look without them, why universities honor people whose voices they’ve previously tried to sile…

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She absolutely lost her mind 35:02

4M ago35:02

35:02

Scott and Sean are fishing on the Appalachian Trail when they meet a stranger who ends up attacking them with a gun after sharing dinner. Stacey and her best friend move into their first apartment when only two weeks later a man breaks in and proceeds to sexually assault them both. Timothy is walking his dog near his cabin in the woods when a grizz…

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No One Told Trevor He Was Hosting the Grammys [VIDEO] 2:13:51

5M ago2:13:51

2:13:51

Trevor, Grammy Executive Producer Ben Winston, and Trevor’s good friend Sizwe Dhlomo take us deep behind the scenes of music’s biggest night. The trio discusses the decision to hold the event against the backdrop of the L.A. fires, how a series of unrelated missed calls made Ben think Trevor was dropping out, Beyonce’s at long last first album of t…

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