The gap between research and real-world practice sometimes seems impossible to bridge. "Abstract Intelligence" is here to help. Each week we will walk you through a groundbreaking research paper to discuss its impact on your practice. Join experienced clinical psychologists Drs Rebecca and Aaron Frost as they break down key research papers in mental health, making evidence-based practice accessible and engaging for therapists and anyone passionate about mental health. Each episode tackles a ...
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An episode-by-episode discussion of The West Wing, one of television’s most beloved shows, co-hosted by one of its stars, Joshua Malina, along with Hrishikesh Hirway of Song Exploder.
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Introducing Left to Our Own Devices - the podcast dedicated to everything product security. Every other week, we will be talking with a different cybersecurity policymaker, engineer, or industry leader to hear their war stories and get their insider tips for surviving the product security jungle. From Medical SBOMs, to WP. 29 and the latest industrial security threats, this is your place to catch up and learn from the pros. Hosted & produced by: *David Leichner, CMO at Cybellum - https://www ...
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Beyond Time-Out: Enhanced Parenting Strategies for Conduct Problems
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12:33In this episode of Abstract Intelligence, we explore a landmark study on the Triple P - Positive Parenting Program. Join hosts Rebecca and Aaron Frost as they dissect the research, comparing enhanced, standard, and self-directed behavioral family interventions for parents of children with early-onset conduct problems. We discuss the study's methodo…
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JB Baker: Computational Storage and Product Security
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37:33We sat down with the Seagate, Intel, and ScaleFlux veteran to discuss innovations in storage technologies, emerging threats, and cybersecurity.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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We've got a bonus installment of the Film Fest—with special guest Adam Scott! In addition to his work on Severance, Parks & Recreation, Party Down, and so much more, he's just a genuinely thoughtful and kind person, so we are thrilled to have him back on the podcast. We're discussing the 1992 film Bob Roberts, a satirical mockumentary by Tim Robbin…
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Bryan Kissinger: Cybersecurity - A Business-Minded Perspective
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22:33We sat down with the seasoned IT and cybersecurity leader and CISO at Trace3 to discuss emerging cyber threats, aligning security with business goals, and tailoring “right-sized” security programs. We also discuss balancing innovation with compliance and how military leadership principles influence corporate cybersecurity strategies.…
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Errol Weiss: From Banking to Healthcare Cybersecurity
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24:41We sat down with the Health-ISAC Chief Security Officer to discuss his 25-year career spanning banking, government, and healthcare to identify the biggest cybersecurity threats and trends impacting the healthcare industry in 2025 and beyond.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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We're trying to savor the Capra-esque quality of this experience by wrapping up with Mr. Smith. Supplemental materials: James Taylor - You've Got a Friend Mr Deeds Goes to Town trailer Sokovia Accords debate from Captain America: Civil War Thank you so much for joining us again for this series! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choic…
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Dr. Hans-Martin von Stockhausen: Cybersecurity Lessons from Siemens Healthineers
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25:37We had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Hans-Martin von Stockhausen, Principal Key Expert in Cybersecurity at Siemens Healthineers, to delve into the intricacies of cybersecurity throughout the product lifecycle. Our conversation explored the delicate balance between device usability and time-to-market pressures, as well as practical tips for…
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Starring Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, and Kevin Kline. This one was a Patreon subscriber pick! Additional materials: an article about the making of Dave Kevin Kline plays Mr. Fischoeder in Bob's Burgers "clever" as an insult in Fight Club Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Joshua Malina & Hrishikesh Hirway
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Is The Candidate, in fact, the anti-West Wing? A political story that ends not with a bang, but with a question of existential dread. Interview with screenwriter Jeremy Larner in Brooklyn Magazine The trailer for Downhill Racer (1969) Jerry Seinfeld on Letterman: "You're rooting for clothes." Let us know what you thought of the film! Learn about yo…
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Ramakrishnan Pillai: Product Security at LivaNova and Beyond
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19:26We sat down with the Head of Product Security at LivaNova, the former Chief Product Security Officer at Elekta and co-chair of the Legacy Devices Task Group at the Health Sector Coordinating Council to discuss what he learned throughout his long and successful career and to gain insights on regulations, security activities and more…
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Did this movie predict Trump back in 1957? We discuss the film debut of Andy Griffith in a role so dark, anyone who knows the Andy Griffith show might experience some uncomfortable dissonance. Some goodies that came up in our conversation: The dance of joy from "Perfect Strangers" This essay about the film on the Criterion website Albert Brooks and…
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This week, we dive deeper into the role of the fourth estate, as we discuss Network, the Oscar-winning film that was meant to be a wild satire at the time it was released, but ended up uncannily predicting the future. Some additional reading material: Mad As Hell, Dave Itzkoff's book about Network Directors' Guild of America post about Sidney Lumet…
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Dorothy Amy: Leading Research at Frost & Sullivan
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29:27We sat with the Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan to learn from her cross-industry experience in automotive, mobility, technology, oil & gas, and manufacturing. We talked about innovation, market strategy, cybersecurity, and consulting for multiple industries, and gathered tips & insights for cybersecurity professionals from her experienc…
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This week, we're discussing the 1998 film Bulworth, which features a rapping Warren Beatty, a young Josh Malina, a few problematic moments, and some wonderful and strange ones, too. For a real treat, watch the music video for Ghetto Supastar, which also features a young Josh Malina! What did you think of Bulworth? Join the conversation over on our …
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What's more terrifying in Martin Sheen's depiction of J. Edgar Hoover—the racism, or the makeup?! We discuss ALL the important aspects of this cat-and-mouse thriller, which was nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture, and won two: Best Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Daniel Kaluuya. For additional viewing: The Lucas Brothers Willi…
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Danielle Radin: AI Ethics and Cybersecurity
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36:22We sat down with the Los Angeles Emmy Award-winning journalist and author to discuss global AI ethics, cybersecurity, and the future of Artificial Intelligence.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
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48:43This week, we're discussing the hilarious — and terrifying—Dr Strangelove. A few goodies: An interview with title designer Pablo Ferro "Are We the Baddies?" from That Mitchell and Webb Look George C Scott side-by-side with Tim Robinson (from I Think You Should Leave) Let us know what you thought of the film, on a scale of 1–10 precious bodily fluid…
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This week, we're discussing the razor-sharp dialogue and side-splitting comedy of In the Loop (2009), one the greatest political satires. Here are footnotes for some of the stuff outside of the film that came up in the conversation: A tiny clip from the unaired pilot of "Legally Mad" The stateroom scene from the Marx Brothers' "A Night at the Opera…
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Aaron C. Crow: OT and Product Security (Special Episode)
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1:11:34In this special episode, David and Shlomi, hosts of the Left to Our Own Devices podcast, sit down with Aaron C. Crow, a seasoned Cyber and Strategic Risk leader with 25 years of experience. Together, they share valuable insights on OT and product security, while also exploring the future direction of the industry. This episode is a republish from A…
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It's the first installment of the Political Film Fest, and we've got: Martin Sheen in the oval office! "What is the virtue of a proportional response?" The GDC! There are so many familiar elements in The American President, and yet, the film feels dramatically different from The West Wing (and at times, comedically different). It's our first episod…
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John Krzeszewski - What's Next for ISO/SAE 21434
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32:48We sat down with the Cybersecurity & Functional Safety Senior Engineering Specialist at Eaton to discuss the intersection of safety and security in the automotive world, upcoming updates to ISO/SAE 21434, and learn from his vast experience in the automotive and medical device industries.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Jens Gellynck: From QA to Leading Product Security at Barco
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30:22We sat down with the Product Security Officer - Healthcare at Barco to discuss the intersection of QA and Product Security, the Secure Software Development Life Cycle, and cybersecurity standards from NIST and IEC.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Melissa Rhodes: Leading Product Security at Medtronic
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32:44We sat down with Melissa Rhodes, the Product Security Program Manager at Medtronic and an MDM security thought leader for a fun and insightful conversation about SBOMs and her journey from firmware engineering to leading product security.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Introducing: The West Wing Weekly Political Film Fest!
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4:25After four years away, we're bringing back The West Wing Weekly in a new form. As this election season heats up, we're taking a weekly respite from the stress of reality, and turning towards political cinema instead. We're watching and discussing some of our favorite films. It's the same mix of analysis and nonsense that you’ve come to expect from …
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Heather Vermillion: PACCAR, Security & Personal Growth
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35:31In this episode of "Left to Our Own Devices," we dive into the world of automotive cybersecurity with Heather Vermillion, a security engineer at PACCAR, who shares her journey from the Department of Defense to safeguarding advanced automotive technologies, while also championing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.…
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0.21: Celebrating the new West Wing book "What's Next?" (live with Mary McCormack, Melissa Fitzgerald, Aaron Sorkin, and more)
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1:06:59On Saturday, August 10, we celebrated the publication of the new book "What's Next: A Backstage Pass to the West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy of Service" by Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack. Josh and Hrishi moderated a discussion with them, along with special guests Aaron Sorkin, Dulé Hill, Janel Moloney, and Richard Schiff…
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In this episode of Left to Our Own Devices, Rob Putman, Global Manager of Cybersecurity Services at ABB, shares his journey from Sony PlayStation to leading cybersecurity in industrial automation. Tune in for insights on product security and industrial control challenges.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Bonus Episode: Dr. Allan Friedman Returns: CISA SBOM-a-Rama 2024
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22:32In this episode, Dr. Allan Friedman from CISA returns to discuss the upcoming SBOM-a-Rama, a pivotal event in supply chain cybersecurity. He shares insights on the evolution of SBOMs, the significance of community collaboration, and what to expect from this year's hybrid event, including a showcase of innovative SBOM solutions.…
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Samuel Takachicha: From Safari IT to Med Device Security
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29:46In this episode, we welcome the Director of Product Security at Edwards Life Sciences. Samuel shares his journey from IT roles in a Zimbabwe safari to leading product security in the medical device industry, discussing challenges, solutions, and the impact of FDA regulations on their processes.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Tom Alrich Returns: Our Vulnerability Problem (Bonus Episode)
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26:56In this special bonus episode, we welcome back Tom Alrich, an expert in supply chain cybersecurity to discuss one of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity right now. Tom discusses the current issues with the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) and the challenges it presents for effective vulnerability management. We explore his proposed solut…
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Join us as we dive into the journey of Ashwini Siddhi, Director of Product Security Engineering at GoDaddy. Ashwini shares her experiences from Dell to GoDaddy, her expertise in threat modeling, and the pivotal role of Bengaluru in her career. We also explore her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity and her influential mentorship w…
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Scott Sheahan: From Aerospace to Automotive Cybersecurity
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35:40We sat down with Scott Sheahan, the owner of Rustic Security, to learn from his rich background in the automotive cybersecurity world and embedded software development.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Dmitri Shifrin: Cybersecurity & AI at NVIDIA
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42:52We sat down with a System Security Architecture Manager at NVIDIA, to discuss the convergence of Automotive cybersecurity and AI, as well as NVIDIA's Morpheus Cybersecurity Framework.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Chaitanya Mattur Srinivasamurthy: Leading Cybersecurity at ICU Medical
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29:20We sat down with the Sr Director of Cyber Security & Medical Device Connectivity Engineering at ICU Medical to discuss medical device cybersecurity, FDA, and balancing innovation and security.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Steve Orrin: Leading Cybersecurity at Intel and Beyond
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32:23In this episode, we talk to Steve Orrin, Chief Technology Officer and Senior PE at Intel Federal, about his unique journey from biology to cybersecurity leadership. We discuss the main challenges faced by federal bodies in the cybersecurity landscape and how they differ across industries like Aerospace, Education, and Healthcare. Steve shares valua…
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We sat down with the Global Practice Leader, Healthcare & Life Sciences at the IEEE Standards Association to discuss cybersecurity standards, regulations, and building a career in cybersecurityBy Cybellum Technologies LTD
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We sat down with the Co-founder and CEO of HACKERverse (Recently known as KIKrr) to discuss Entrepreneurship, product security, and the power of networking.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Paul Schmetzler: FDA Regulations, AI and Legal Risk
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41:10We chatted with the partner at Clark Hill PLC about AI, FDA regulations, and cybersecurity legal risks, based on his years of experience learning the legal aspects of healthcare and industrial cybersecurityBy Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Dominique Shelton Leipzig: The Legal Challenge of Cybersecurity & AI
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28:54We invited the Partner at Mayer Brown and the leader of the Global Data Innovation team, to discuss the legal aspects of cybersecurity, AI, and privacy, as well as the evolving landscape of responsible AI.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Roman Kelser: From Security Research to AI
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18:24We sat down with the VP of Research at Cybellum, aka "Roman Explains" to learn from his vast experience in embedded device security research and get practical insights into how to use AI in product security, following the release of his new "Ask Roman" product feature for product security professionals.…
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Joachim Fox: Safety, Security and Innovation at ZF
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38:15We were joined by the Director of Safety & Cybersecurity at ZF for a fascinating conversation about innovation in automotive cybersecurity, and ZF's uncompromising approach to both safety and security.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Franz-Josef Schuermann: TARA & Threat Modeling Stories
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35:33We sat down with the Chairman of the Board at itemis inc. and the world-renowned TARA expert to discuss innovations in Threat Analysis, automotive cybersecurity trends, and much more.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Jacob Combs: Securing a Product Ecosystem
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24:35We sat down Jacob Combs, VP of Cybersecurity at Tandem Diabetes Care, to talk about how he manages product security at Tandem, and how he overcomes the need to secure an entire ecosystem, beyond the product's perimeters.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Henning Kruse: When OT, Network Security and Automotive Meet
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26:49We sat down with the Senior Manager for Technical Cyber Security at PwC Deutschland to discuss trends in OT security, AI, automotive cybersecurity, and everything in between.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Hey hackers, defenders, and everyone in between! Today, we rewind 2023: a year of regulatory push, supply chain hacks, and enough zero days to fill a breach library. But fear not! We also saw product security rise like a phoenix, with threat modeling soaring and vulnerability management taking center stage. So buckle up as we toast the triumphs, di…
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Robert Smigelski: Where Safety and Security Meet
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46:51We sat down with Robert Smigelski, CISSP, MSEE, Manager Product Cybersecurity at B. Braun Medical, for a deep dive conversation about how he built the product security practice at B. Braun Medical, automation, and the intersection between safety and security.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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We sat down with the Chief Radar Officer at Arbe, who also previously led radar technology and development for General Motors, to discuss radar technology, cybersecurity and autonomous technologies.By Cybellum Technologies LTD
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Eddy Thesee: All About Rail Cybersecurity
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37:48We sat down with Eddy Thesee, a world expert in rail cybersecurity. Eddy is the Vice President of Products & Solutions Cybersecurity at Alstom, a world leader in green, smart mobility rail solutions such as rail transportation and infrastructure. Eddy began his career as a network and systems consultant and then joined Alstom where he moved through…
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Matanyahu Englman: The State Comptroller of Israel on Cybersecurity
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53:47The brutal terrorist attack in Israel on Oct 7th against men, women, children and the elderly has left us heartbroken. We at Cybellum hold the hands of those who lost their family members and friends in such a horrific way and pray for the safe return of our hostages and soldiers. At the same time, we find it important to push forward. Our cyber ad…
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Helen Negre: On Product Security, Psychology and Personal Growth
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35:28We sat down with Helen Negre, the Chief Cybersecurity Officer for Siemens USA and the Americas CISO for Siemens Mobility, for a fascinating and candid conversation about product security, psychology, and personal growth. Helen has shared with us insights from her nontypical journey to cybersecurity leadership and provides tips for those wanting to …
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