Best Common European Response Podcasts (2025)

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Understanding vaccine hesitancy in Europe 12:20

2y ago12:20

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This week EURACTIV's health reporter Marta Iraola talks to Dr. Emilie Karafillakis about vaccine confidence in Europe and what is behind people's lack of trust in vaccination and public health campaigns. In this episode, the health team reunites before the summer to say goodbye to this podcast as from September health topics will be covered under B…

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AI: at the Interface of computer science and Medicine 32:33

2y ago32:33

32:33

From YouTube-recommended videos to facial recognition used to unlock smartphones, AI is already being used on a daily basis. The healthcare sector is not an exception as its ability to process vast amounts of medical data helps in diagnostics and medical image analysis. To better understand where AI is already used and what potential it holds, EURA…

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European Health Data Space on the Parliament's Plate 25:54

2y ago25:54

25:54

As the European Parliament debates how European health data space should be shaped, EURACTIV talks with the co-rapporteur of the file, Croatian MEP Tomislav Sokol (EPP), touching on primary and secondary use of data, the reasons why parliament supports the opt-out option and what is left to discuss before the discussions can start with the Council.…

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Balancing patients' privacy and health data's potential 20:29

2y ago20:29

20:29

European Health Data Space (EHDS) focuses on the primary and secondary use of data. While the primary use of data is data used by citizens and healthcare professionals at the national and EU levels the secondary data is to be used by researchers, policy makers and pharma. The Commission's proposal does not include any say for patients regarding the…

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The challenge of guaranteeing access to healthcare to all Ukrainian refugees 19:08

2y ago19:08

19:08

On the occasion of the first Healthcare Forum, which took place in Wąsowo, Poland last week, Euractiv spoke with the Regional Director of WHO/Europe, Dr Hans Kluge. In this interview, Dr. Kluge looked back on his meeting with the Polish and Ukrainian Ministers of Health about the Healthy Reconstruction of Ukraine. He dug into the physical and menta…

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A closer look at Europe's fertility challenge 10:39

2y ago10:39

10:39

This week EURACTIV'S health team explores why fertility is decreasing across the globe, what challenges people face when they want children and the situation of fertility treatments in Europe. For that, Health Reporter Marta Iraola talks with Dr Carlos Calhaz-Jorge, a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology and chair of the European Society for Hu…

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Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals: a silent threat for children's development 14:07

2y ago14:07

14:07

This week, EURACTIV’s health team dives into how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDC) can affect children, especially in their most important developmental years. They talk with Doctor Anders Juul, a paediatric endocrinologist at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen. He explains how children are exposed to these chemicals and the health issues this can cau…

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Much more than a ‘party drug’ 35:43

2y ago35:43

35:43

Psilocybin, MDMA or LSD might associate with party drugs but their therapeutic value is being discovered worldwide. Ian Roullier took part in two clinical trials that looked at the effects of psilocybin on depression. Through his personal experience, Roullier shares his insights on psychedelic-assisted therapy, its potential value to patients and w…

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The need to phase out tobacco farming 16:47

2y ago16:47

16:47

Tobacco is responsible for 8 million deaths a year but despite that governments across the world spend millions supporting tobacco farms, according to WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus. As 31 May marks World No Tobacco Day, EURACTIV’s health team talks with Rudiger Krech, WHO Director of the Health Promotion Department, on the impact of toxic…

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Mental health matters in the Parliament 14:09

2y ago14:09

14:09

From psychedelics and mental health literature to having pets in EU institutions - EURACTIV’s health reporter Giedrė Peseckytė is talking with three MEPs - Maria Walsh from Christian Democrats, Mikuláš Peksa from the Greens and Karen Melchior from Renew - about mental health.By Euractiv

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The Importance of early testing 21:26

2y ago21:26

21:26

As this week is European Testing Week, a European campaign that aims to increase testing efforts and promote awareness of the benefits of earlier hepatitis and HIV testing, EURACTIV's health team is talking with Jens Lundgren, Professor of infectious diseases at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. He has been involved with clinical HIV researc…

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Discovering Monderna's new landscape for vaccines in Europe 11:26

2y ago11:26

11:26

This week, EURACTIV’s health team talks with Chantal Friebertshäuser, Senior Vice President at Moderna for Europe, the Middle East and Canada. They discuss the end of COVID and the new vaccine they are developing against cancer. They also talk about the new facility the biotechnology company recently opened in Madrid, Spain. This new laboratory, eq…

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Unwrapping the new pharmaceutical legislation 13:51

2y ago13:51

13:51

This week, EURACTIV’s health team dives into the proposal for a new pharmaceutical legislation and the complicated way ahead. For that, they talk with stakeholders working on health policy at the EU level about their priorities and main concerns.By Euractiv

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Out of REACH 11:11

2y ago11:11

11:11

This week, EURACTIV’s health team dives into endocrine disruptors and the effect these chemicals can have on our hormonal system. They talk with Doctor Angel Nadal, professor of physiology at the University Miguel Hernandez in Spain, about the current framework and what else can be done at the EU level.…

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Fact checking The Whale’s obesity portrayal 12:08

2y ago12:08

12:08

This week, EURACTIV’s journalist Marta Iraola talks about the movie ‘The Whale’ with Jacqueline Bowman-Busato, head of policy at the European Association for the Study of Obesity. They focus on the controversies about its portrayal of obesity and the reception among the patient community.By Euractiv

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The crime of passing the pill 16:54

2+ y ago16:54

16:54

This week, EURACTIV’s journalist Giedrė Peseckytė is talking with a Polish pro-abortion activist Justyna Wydrzynska who got sentenced in mid-March to eight months of community service for sharing abortion pills with another woman back in 2020. *The interview was conducted on 23 March.By Euractiv

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Ukraine's fight against TB 20:00

2+ y ago20:00

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Marking world Tuberculosis day (24 March) we are talking with two Ukrainians about how Ukrainians are fighting not only Russia's invasion but also one of the highest incidences of TB cases in the European region.By Euractiv

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The EU rules for sperm in SoHo 12:00

2+ y ago12:00

12:00

This week, EURACTIV’s health team explores the outstanding revision of the EU framework on substances of human origins (SoHo) together with Annemette Arndal-Lauritzen, CEO of the European Sperm Bank, with a focus on the revision of the EU rules for sperm donation.By Euractiv

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Unboxing the EU’s medical devices rules 15:11

2+ y ago15:11

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This week, EURACTIV's health journalists Marta Iraola and Gerardo Fortuna dig into the troubled implementation of the new framework for medical devices in Europe which entered into force in 2021. When developers of medical devices started experiencing problems in meeting the deadlines for implementing the key rules of the new regulation, the EU law…

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Talking women's health with Kyriakides 16:31

2+ y ago16:31

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This week, EURACTIV’s journalists Clara Bauer and Gerardo Fortuna sat with the EU’s health Commissioner Stella Kyriakides to talk about women’s health on the occasion of International Women’s Day. The EU health chief also gave some anticipations on what is coming up next in the EU’s health policy agenda.…

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The Health Data Revolution 15:33

2+ y ago15:33

15:33

This week, EURACTIV’s health team brings you the nitty-gritty of the European Health Data Space together with one of the European Parliament's rapporteur on the file, the centre-right Croatian MEP Tomislav SokolBy Euractiv

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Ongoing Pfizer saga 15:16

2+ y ago15:16

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This week, EURACTIV's health team dig into the European Parliament’s role in the ongoing saga on the transparency of the COVID-19 vaccine contracts between the European Commission and the pharmaceutical company Pfizer with MEP Tilly Metz.By Euractiv

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Exploring Wilmington, Delaware – A European experience in American history 1:01:00

8y ago1:01:00

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World Footprints will explore Wilmington, Delaware and the Brandywine Valley’s rich American history and vibrant arts and cultural scene with its European flair. Known for its collection of American art, the internationally acclaimed Brandywine River Museum of Art in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, houses three generations of Wyeth artists—N.C. Wyeth, h…

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Exploring Dominica, the Nature Island 55:00

8+ y ago55:00

55:00

Many people say that if Christopher Columbus were to return to our modern world today, Dominica would be the only island he would recognize. This volcanic island is called "The Nature Island" for a reason. It has a breathtaking natural beauty that sparkles like an emerald jewel and has remained moderately developed. World Footprints will share our …

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Exploring Hakone Gardens, Chocolate Travel, California Wines and Lansing, MI 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

At 100+ years old, Hakone Gardens is a National Trust and one of the oldest Japanese estate and gardens in the Western Hemisphere. In honor of its centennial, Hakone is celebrating its beginning and lasting endurance with multi-year events and activities. Historian and Hakone Foundation Board Member, Connie Young-Yu, shares the richness and history…

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Best of Ireland, Portraits from Cuba, Exploring Mid-Michigan 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Nialls Gibbons, CEO of Tourism Ireland, will take us on a historical journey through the Emerald Isles. Niall will introduce some of Ireland's lesser known stories, including the country's ancient monastic history and language heritage. For Americans, the island of Cuba has been the forbidden fruit that many have desired to taste. Some Americans ha…

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Touring Ireland and introducing Irish Tenor Michael Londra 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

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World Footprints will tour Ireland with guide Will Collins who will take us on a well-rounded journey through the Emerald Isle. Will shares some of Ireland's culinary and sporting traditions as well as the country's interesting festivals, including a match-makers weekend, Ireland's history and historical figures. Ireland's cultural influences are v…

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From "The Amazing Race" to "The Great Human Race" with "Raw Travel" and Dominica 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Phil Keoghan is host of the multi Award-winning reality show, "The Amazing Race". We talked to Phil about how the show mirrors his life, his passion for travel and his commitment to give back to others. Phil also shared how a near death experience inspired his mantra to leave "No Opportunity Wasted". Robert Rose is the executive producer and host o…

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Travels with Maya Angelou, Ellis Marsalis, Sandra Izsadore and Michelle Wood 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

In one of her last interviews, the late Dr. Maya Angelou spent time with us to share her early life, lessons learned along her adult journey and golden nuggets of wisdom. Artist Michelle Wood is a Coretta Scott King award-winning illustrator who joins us to explore American history through Gospel music. Michelle brings history to life with colorful…

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New Orleans' Hidden Black History 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

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New Orleans has been the backdrop of many dark chapters in American history, but perhaps none so shocking as the slave rebellion of 1811. We will explore the history of America's largest slave revolt with author Daniel Rasmussen who organized his research in his book, American Uprising: The Untold Story About America's Largest Slave Revolt. The New…

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Traveling the Underground Railroad from Virginia to Ontario 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

We'll share stories about some of the Underground Railroad and a Destination Spotlight will shine on the Faukland Islands and Romania. The City of Norfolk, Virginia is an important 400-year-old port city and home to the largest naval base in the world. But, surprisingly as a southern mid-Atlantic city, Norfolk also played a crucial role in the Unde…

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In the Footsteps of Birmingham's Civil Rights History 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Birmingham, Alabama is considered ground zero in the civil rights movement. In the 1950s, African-Americans of all ages in Birmingham drew a proverbial line in the sand against racial segregation. Their stories, struggles and ultimate success over Jim Crow laws is on display at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute in an effort to keep the stories …

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Traveling with singers Gloria Loring, Rene Marie and Rockin' Dopsie, Jr. 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Singer/actress/author Gloria Loring joins World Footprints to talk about her music collaboration with son, R&B artist Robin Thicke, travel and her book, "Coincidence is God's Way of Remaining Anonymous". Gloria also dishes on her life past life as Liz Chandler on daytime's Days of our Lives. Jazz artist Rene Marie credits many women, including Eart…

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Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Dreaming the DREAM 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial lies along the center line of leadership that extends from the Lincoln Memorial to the Jefferson Memorial on Washington's National Mall. At 30 feet in height, the sculpture of MLK on the "stone of hope" is 11 feet talller than the statues of Lincoln and Jefferson. In honor of Dr. King's birthday, we will revisit…

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Author James Rollins, Kenya, America's Whiskey Trail and Founders' Homes 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Kenya is called the "Heart of Africa" and is considered to be the cradle of civilization. With history that rich and a diverse community of tribes and natural resources, Jacinta Zioka from Kenya Tourism, says that everyone should visit her country at least once in their lifetime. For action-adventure author James Rollins, his travels, adventures an…

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Magical Martinique: The Island of Flowers 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Imagine paradise where your senses explode with a banquet of color, or scents and flavors exicte, or where you experience exotic tranquility. That is Martinique. We enjoyed some planteur punch as we sat on a lovely Martinique beach with Muriel Wiltord from La Martinique Tourism who explained more about the island, it's unique culture and history an…

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World Footprints Holiday Music Special 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Tis the season with the gift of holiday music. As you enjoy the musical selections from around the world, please accept our gratitude for your support of World Footprints over the years. We appreciate you inviting us into your home and for joining us as we embrace our common humanity. We wish you peace, love and joy (and lots of travel) and we look…

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Travel and entertainment superstars: Frommer, Stallone, Schultz, Zimmern 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

With more than 200 songs to his credit and multiple film scores, Frank Stallone has distinguished himself from movie-star brother Sylvester. His road as a musician was difficult despite his brother's fame but he found ways to stay relevant and reinvent himself. Frank says that traveling has played an important role in his development as a person an…

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Exploring Las Vegas, Jacksonville (FL), Wisconsin and the Czech Republic 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Veteran travel journalist David Yeskel has seen the evolution of Las Vegas over the decades. From its humble beginnings as "sin city" to the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas has survived the odds of a failing economy and multiple attempts to reinvent itself to become a burgeoning metropolis with 2 million residents. But the city has al…

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A look back at French Quarter Festival 2011 - first hour 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

World Footprints returns to New Orleans for our signature broadcast from Jackson Square for French Quarter Festival! During this broadcast we'll introduce you to All-Star musicians, Trumpeter Connie Jones and Clarinet player Tim Laughlin. Connie & Tim grace the cover of this year's French Quarter Festival poster. We’ll also hear from French Quarter…

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Goa, actress Stefanie Powers, Friendly Planet travel 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

National Geographic International (now FOX) producer, Dawn Drew, has been to India more than 100 times and she recently spent three months filming around the country. Dawn says that each visit to India offers something new and that travelers should go beyond the iconic attractions for an authentic travel experience. We'll also talk about the state …

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Adventurous Women, The Amazing Race, Trusted Traveler programs 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

It took one trip during college for the travel bug to bite Janna Graber. Her first international trip inspired an award-winning writing career, television appearances and countless travel experiences that she could only dream of. Janna has written for more than 40 publications and she's published three books. Her latest, A Pink Suitcase, offers 22 …

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Norfolk Botanical Garden, TSA Precheck, Riviera Nayarit, Iron Chef Cat Cora 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

The Norfolk Botanical Garden is an oasis that sits on a 155 acre site near the Norfolk International Airport. The garden showcases 52 themed gardens including a butterfly garden, rose garden and other diverse flora. President Michael Desplaines tells us that visitors will soon experience a taste of Asia when the garden hosts Lanterasia. The U.S. De…

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Travel Photography, Patricia Cornwell, Children's Museum, David Rockefeller, Jr. 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Award-winning travel writer and photographer David Noyes has learned to experience the world through more than his lens and pen. He says that in order to appreciate our world we must investigate a destination as part of the human condition. His new book, The Photographing Tourist, David shows us remote places around the world and he offers tips tha…

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Exploring Jordan, Art of Dr. Seuss, Ken Burns 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Although the country of Jordan is surrounded by "noisey neighbors" it is the safest country in the Middle East because of the Swiss-like neutrality it has maintained. The spirit of hospitality that is ingrained in the Bedouin culture, which accounts for 40% of Jordan's population, transcends throughout the country. Janine Jervis with Visit Jordan d…

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James Carville & Mary Matalin on New Orleans; living on Paris's rue des Martyrs 1:01:00

9+ y ago1:01:00

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The best way to experience a city is through the eyes of a local. We'll travel to New Orleans and walk along Paris’s rue des Martyrs with the people who know them best. Democratic consultant James Carville says that New Orleans is defined by its culture and way of life and that distinguishes the city from other places. We'll talk to him to learn wh…

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Traveling Solo, Living in Mexico, Exploring Malta and Barbados 1:00:00

9+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Enjoy a transformative travel experience as we travel to North Korea, Malta, Mexico and Barbados. Wendy Simmons is an intrepid traveler whose solo adventures have taken her from Ethiopia to North Korea and beyond. She joins World Footprints radio to share her wealth of travel advice and gives us a preview of her book about her trip to North Korea. …

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Traveling Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania beyond the steel industry 1:01:00

10y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

The famous biographer, James Parton, once referred to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as "Hell with the lid off", but today the city is vibrant, colorful and celebrated. The Senator John Heinz History Center traces its roots back to 1879, making it the oldest cultural institution in Western Pennsylvania. The museum and research facility presents over 250 …

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Biking the South Pole; Touring Jekyll Island, Martha's Vineyard, Catalina Island 1:00:00

10y ago1:00:00

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Prepare for a trans-continental bike ride to the South Pole and experience island paradise – USA style - in Georgia, Massachusetts, and California. If someone told you they were going to ride their bicylcle across Africa from Cairo to Cape Town, what would you think? Would you believe them? You would if you were talking to Henry Gold of TDA Global …

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Traveling through American and Namibian history 1:00:00

10y ago1:00:00

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Today, World Footprints will explore elements of American history from small towns and historic hotels to Fort Monroe. We'll also visit the shanty town of Mondesa which sits just outside of Swakopmund, Namibia. There we will mingle with the locals and witness how black Namibians are preserving their history and traditions. Fort Monroe in Virginia h…

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