Best Hottakes Podcasts (2025)

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Hulk Smash Podium, Lando’s Dream, and Spa-ctacular Chaos Incoming 28:17

1M ago28:17

28:17

Silverstone delivered tears, drama, and a Hulk podium. We dive into Lando Norris’s home win fairytale, Piastri’s penalty heartbreak, and Nico Hülkenberg finally stepping on the podium after 239 races. Plus: is McLaren headed for a civil war? Rookie carnage, gossip from the paddock, and spicy predictions ahead of the always-chaotic Belgian Grand Pri…

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Episode 14 - Austria Aftershock & British Pressure Cooker 26:52

1M ago26:52

26:52

Lando makes it three wins in 2025, Max gets punted off on Lap 1, and McLaren’s intra-team tension hits boiling point. Dan and Sam break down all the fallout from the Austrian Grand Prix, including rookie brilliance from Lawson and Bortoleto, Red Bull’s worst weekend in years, and Ferrari's quiet climb. A quick fire round thrown in for a good laugh.…

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Episode 13 - Crash and Learn: McLaren Madness and Montreal Mayhem 30:50

2M ago30:50

30:50

The Recliner to Grid crew returns to break down all the drama from the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix. McLaren’s title fight finally boiled over as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri collided in a late-race clash that left one car in the wall and the other limping to the finish. George Russell took full advantage with a flawless weekend, securing pole and vi…

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Episode 12 – Piastri Picasso: Painting Spain Papaya Orange 26:31

2M ago26:31

26:31

Oscar paints a masterpiece in Barcelona, Norris trails like a loyal apprentice, and Verstappen yeets Russell straight into the penalty box. We break down the full Spanish GP chaos – from Hulkenberg’s Sauber surprise to Bearman’s latest "oops". Then it’s off to Montreal for the Groundhog Grand Prix as we preview the Canadian GP. Will Max avoid a rac…

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Episode 11 - Monaco Madness: Piastri’s Pole Pressure, Alonso’s Rage & Ferrari Forecasts 22:34

3M ago22:34

22:34

The glamour’s high but the grip is low. It’s Monaco week on Recliner to Grid! Sam and Dan dive into the chaos that was Imola: Verstappen’s bounce back, McLaren’s mega pace, and Bearman’s red flag heartbreak. Then it’s onto the jewel of the calendar, with bold predictions, paddock gossip, and a look at who’s most likely to bin it at the hairpin. We …

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207. Morgan Mizell 36:06

1y ago36:06

36:06

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by good friend and podcast host Morgan Mizell (The Big Humble Podcast and The Definitive Rankings of Everything) and they talk about their trip to Buffalo Wild Wings for ALL YOU CAN EAT wings, Willie's trip to Stockton CA, Dead and Company at The Las Vegas Sphere, Double Down bar in Vegas, Steven A Smith, Gambl…

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206. RIP Boeing Whistleblowers 25:17

1y ago25:17

25:17

THIS WEEK: Playing sports as a kid, Willie hurt his leg, Fights in Baseball, Going to Ireland, Guinness, The 50's, Slap wars, Boeing Whistleblowers, Person with the most toys wins, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of the worlds most pressing issu…

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205. Torio Van Grol 44:14

1+ y ago44:14

44:14

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian and podcaster Torio Van Grol (Don't Tell Comedy, Hesby Street Podcast, Joke Off) and they talk about when someone else loses a loved one, The Van Grol's live forever, Getting your wisdom teeth removed, Ball doctor vs Brain doctor, Seattle comedy underground, Willie saw someone do crack for the first…

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204. Drugs For Therapy Vs Drugs For Fun 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

30:12

THIS WEEK: Netflix Is A Joke Fest, The world's chillest Schizophrenic, Ketamine Therapy, Being a drug lab rat, When Willie did DMT, The new DARE program, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of the worlds most pressing issues with no chance of ever s…

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203. Matt Lockwood 32:57

1+ y ago32:57

32:57

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian and podcaster Matt Lockwood (Comedy Store, Big Humble Podcast) and they talk about a lot of stuff I'm not sure how to write in the description without getting flagged but here we go. Diversity hires, Adult Theaters, Things you can't do in public, Brian Cohee, The Wall Game show, Visiting an adult st…

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202. Willie's New Haircut 37:07

1+ y ago37:07

37:07

THIS WEEK: Willie's new haircut, barbers and barbershops, Getting your cervix tattooed, Not knowing where ribs start, lying to your doctor, Eric is finally getting his windshield fixed, My Dachshund is smarter than your honor student, Bad public schools making you do word searches, The upcoming Eclipse Party in Texas, Bad investment tips, and more!…

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201. Mike Glazer 38:26

1+ y ago38:26

38:26

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian and cannabis enthusiast Mike Glazer (Glazed, HBO, Team USA Gold Medal, Comedy Central) and they talk about Wikipedia rabbit holes, The big omission from the Iron Claw movie, historical figures as wrestlers, Not knowing things is fun, The Twinkies defense and How to be a good lawyer, political comedi…

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Students Lick Toes For School Fundraiser, MrBeast Kills Fast Pace Content, Tyreek Hill Charges at Model, Playboi Carti Plays Adin Ross Again 1:03:35

1+ y ago1:03:35

1:03:35

What happens when you get two guys who aren't professional journalist reporting on the weekly news you get Bad News Hosted by Kole Alexander (FocusTricky07) and Camren Cooper (CamTheAuFish). Welcome to the Bad News Podcast. We talk about a variety of things on this show from crazy influencer news all the way to awesome sporting events or even the s…

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200. How Did We Get Here 34:25

1+ y ago34:25

34:25

THIS WEEK: Episode 200, Retiring in Thailand, Eric wanted to be a Ninja Turtle, Willie wanted to be a professional football player, Architects, Declassified documents, Redacted Mad Libs, Conspiracy Theory Game Shows, We need more walls, Epstein’s chef was a BBQ chef, After game snacks as a kid, Favoritism to the better kids in sports, Testing into …

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199. Movies, Mountains, & Viagra 34:27

1+ y ago34:27

34:27

*Reuploaded. Accidentally deleted THIS WEEK: Hostage movies, Bring back idiot movies, Viagra may help against Alzheimer's, Medically using leeches, TSA for people who know how to fly, Drinking on a flight, Bleak stand up shows during lockdown, Base camp, hiking mountains, Eric's neighbors get rescued, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only…

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198. Drew Morgan and Carmen Morales (Gravy Baby Podcast) 34:55

1+ y ago34:55

34:55

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedians and hosts of the Gravy Baby Podcast, Drew Morgan (Comedy Central, MTV, The View, wellRED) and Carmen Morales (HBO, Showtime, Hulu, IFC) and they talk about Pepsi Jet Guy, McDonald's coffee burn lady, Boring people ruining drugs, Dueling Podcasts, Neurodivergents, Mark our podcast producer, The canc…

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197. Shapel Lacey 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

34:54

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian and frontman Shapel Lacey (Comedy Central, JFL, Lesser Known Characters Podcast, Mad Peaceful) and they talk about Ryan Pumper Bus Humper, The underbelly of Hollywood, Diddy, Katt Williams interview, white bullies, Doomsday Prepper Uber Driver, Stand up in small towns, We need the passion of people …

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196. Flight Logs, Grounded Flights, and Hijackers 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

29:26

THIS WEEK: Willie's trip home for the holidays, Representing yourself in court, Boeing 737 Max grounded, Drug gangs take over Ecuador, Heater over 1,000 degrees, Ways to lose your hearing, New Epstein list, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of the…

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195. Steve Furey 38:36

1+ y ago38:36

38:36

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian Steve Furey (Comedy Store, E! Co-Host of Dating #NoFilter , World On Drugs Podcast) and they talk about comfort wear, Touring with Bert Kreischer, Showering at school, Public pools, Heavy Metal Cruise, Forgetting your set, Edible Mushies, Microdosing, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only …

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194. Dog President 2024 30:23

1+ y ago30:23

30:23

THIS WEEK: Meat packers ruining the Amazon, Child Labor vs Prison Labor, Finland named happiest place on earth, Landlords in LA, The Economy is for Rich People, Election year, Bad Dog Mayor, Otter war crimes, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of t…

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193. John Hastings 52:52

1+ y ago52:52

52:52

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian John Hastings (AGT, Comedy Central, BBC Radio, John and Dylan Online Podcast) and their conversation is all over the place! They talk about Inside Comedy Baseball, The Conspiracy Theorist Friend of the group, American History vs British History, Boarder Walls, Twitter vs Tumbler vs Substack, Kings o…

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192. W#@re For The Masses 28:16

1+ y ago28:16

28:16

THIS WEEK: Happy Birthday Willie, Cam Barge, C&ck Fantasy Camp, Monica Lewinsky wants younger Presidents, Lauren Bobert Beetlejuice, People watching Corn at work, Good at bad jobs, Jeff Bezos runs the world, AI takes over Influencer jobs, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and …

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191. Kelly Ryan 42:44

1+ y ago42:44

42:44

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian and podcaster Kelly Ryan (Night Coop Podcast, The Comedy Store, Don't Tell Comedy) and they talk about Side Dishes, Getting out of bad conversations, Dating Comics Vs Civilians, Gate Keeping in Comedy, Austin's Sixth Street, Vancouver Washington, Simpler Times, and more! A podcast from two comedians…

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190. Alpha Brain Hangovers 12:59

1+ y ago12:59

12:59

THIS WEEK: Rave ambulance, James Bond relapsing, Opioids, Alpha Brain Hangovers, Ukraine fell off, Adderall, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of the worlds most pressing issues with no chance of ever solving them. Jokes first, facts sometimes. SU…

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Episode 180: Ramblin' Recap-Football Season 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

56:18

Join the Griffon Bros as they recap the regular season, talk about Zach Kittley and the Texas Tech offense, dicuss portal updates, and look ahead to bowl season.By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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189. Bryan Vokey 38:02

1+ y ago38:02

38:02

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian Bryan Vokey (Concrete Kicks Podcast, The Kyle Dunnigan Show, Roast of Alec Baldwin) and they talk about Simone Biles Masterclass, Comics of the past, Old Money Vs New Money, Bryan being a teacher during an earthquake, Willie's auto shop teacher, Bryan starting therapy, Prison celebrities, Military b…

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188. Horse On A Plane 27:52

1+ y ago27:52

27:52

THIS WEEK: Immigrating, Food appropriation, Rap Rock bands sound like English food, Metal music used to fight Orca whales, Boredom is why we do most things, Mr Beast philanthropist, Eric can't make it a day without hearing about Taylor Swift, Horse breaks free on airplane, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week s…

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187. Ramsey Badawi 40:46

1+ y ago40:46

40:46

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by comedian Ramsey Badawi (Don't Tell Comedy) and they talk about the importance of your eyes, using sunscreen and umbrellas would get you picked on, Getting leg extensions, reduction surgeries, Ramsey's dad, Other jobs we should've done, Jury Duty, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines…

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186. Robots In Factories Vs Kids In Factories 32:53

2y ago32:53

32:53

THIS WEEK: The Robot Uprising, Driverless cars, child labor vs robot labor, Gambino Family Members Arrested, Crocodiles Get Turned On By Helicopters, Sam Bankman-Fried Found Guilty, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of the worlds most pressing iss…

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Episode 179: Ramblin' Preview-TCU 50:23

2y ago50:23

50:23

Join the Griffon brothers as the preview the 66th edition of the "Battle for the Saddle" rivalry. Topics discussed on this episode: Honoring legendary basketball coach, Bobby Knight The new Big 12 football schedule release Breakdown of the matchup between Texas Tech and TCUBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 8 31:42

2y ago31:42

31:42

Laney's Locks has been on fire the past 2 weeks! Can he keep the momentum going heading into Week 8? Join the panel for their college football picks in Week 8. The guy's also bring back the "shot of the week" and discuss the mystical powers of the "reverse hedge fade"By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 178: Ramblin' Preview-Kansas St 34:38

2y ago34:38

34:38

Join the Griffon bros for a preview of this week's homecoming match-up between Texas Tech and Kansas State. Topics discussed: offensive approach, keys to victory, and score predictionsBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 7 31:58

2y ago31:58

31:58

The panel fires off on last week's hits and misses and braces the listeners for a juicy week 7 college football slate. There's also some discussion around the Lone Star ALCS match-up and who they believe will take home the pennant and Silver BootBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 177: Ramblin' Recap-TTU Ice Hockey Preview 23:01

2y ago23:01

23:01

Join Jackson and special guest, Brandon Camp, for this Texas Tech Ice Hockey preview. Brandon gives a snapshot of the TTU Hockey season that just started while promoting some of their unique TTU Ice Hockey merch. They also preview the upcoming matchup against the Houston CougarsBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 6 44:09

2y ago44:09

44:09

Join the panel as the guys discuss: - A preview of this year's BUTT Bowl in Waco - The best bets for Week 6 of college football - Laney's Locks making it back from is honeymoon in FranceBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 5 32:37

2y ago32:37

32:37

Join the panel, minus Laney's Locks, as the guys look back at the heater of a weekend everybody had in Week 4! Other topics featured on this new show include: -Week 5 College Football Picks -Magic Mark is sticking to his guns with Shedeur Sanders -Ohio St is down bad, leave Lou Holtz aloneBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 176: Ramblin' Show: WVU/Houston 1:04:03

2y ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Join Jackson and Jack B as they discuss the following topics concerning Texas Tech Football: -What's wrong with Tech's offense? -The tough start to the season -Preview of the matchup against Houston -Thoughts around Texas Tech inducting Mike Leach into the Hall of FameBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 4 42:18

2y ago42:18

42:18

This week's The RRIP show gets spicey as the panel digs deep to determine if Shedeur Sanders is over hyped or not. Does Chef have the gambler's black spot curse? Great picks and analysis on the Week 4 slate of college football gamesBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 175: Ramblin' Recap-Tarleton State 38:14

2y ago38:14

38:14

Topics discussed on this week's Ramblin' Recap: -The Big 12 is anyone's conference right now -The QB Controversy in Lubbock -Texas Tech's new defensive identityBy Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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The RRIP: College Football Week 3 28:15

2y ago28:15

28:15

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Episode 174: Ramblin' Recap-Oregon 38:12

2y ago38:12

38:12

Join the Griffon brothers as the recap the devastating loss to #13 Oregon last weekend. What were the biggest frustrations for fans coming out of this last game. Is there a QB controversy? Is this team still poised to make a run in Big 12 play? Check it out and make sure you rate, review, and subscribe!…

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Episode 173: Ramblin' Preview-Oregon 54:05

2y ago54:05

54:05

Jackson and Jack are joined by Andrew of the QB 11 Show to discuss the upcoming match-up between Texas Tech and #13 Oregon, in Lubbock. The guys talk personnel, offensive and defensive schemes, and the dynamic between Tyler Shough and this Oregon program. It's going to be wild ride in West Texas come Saturday!…

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Episode 172: Ramblin' Recap-Wyoming 20:48

2y ago20:48

20:48

Jackson and Lane break down Texas Tech's disappointing, double OT, loss to Wyoming. What was most surprising? Where does this leave the team moving forward? This and more!By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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185. A.I. Dreams, Cryogenically Freezing People, and other sleights against Nature 37:43

2y ago37:43

37:43

THIS WEEK: Eric split a fly in two, Cryogenically freezing people, AI can see our dreams, We’ve been doing a lot of crimes against nature, Having heightened senses, Deaf people movies, Willie went to the DMV, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedians Willie Simon and Eric Freedman tackle some of t…

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184. Cam Bertrand learns about NPC Girls 41:08

2y ago41:08

41:08

THIS WEEK: Eric and Willie are joined by their good friend, comedian Cam Bertrand (AGT / Dry Bar Comedy) and they talk the the new NPC Girls craze, What actually happened to JFK, When DMX tried to be a dad, Jay Z should go back to his roots, Meth never got a music genre, Cast iron skillet myths, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read …

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183. Fruity Pebbles Popcorn and Robot Cop Dogs 28:42

2+ y ago28:42

28:42

THIS WEEK: Eric got a 3 Day Pay or Quit notice, Willie got All You Can Eat Sushi, Willie’s last time eating Taco Bell, Rite-Aid Sued for Opioid problem, We try Fruity Pebbles Popcorn, Los Angeles approves robot dog cops, John Wicks and Fast and The Furious’, and more! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up comedia…

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Ep 171: The RRIP-Grant McCasland Emerges as the Favorite for TTU HC 37:36

2+ y ago37:36

37:36

The RRIP is Back! Join the Ramblin' Raiders as they discuss the news concerning UNT's head basketball coach being the prime target for Kirby Hocutt and his search committee.By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 170: Coaching Candidates to Replace Mark Adams 46:22

2+ y ago46:22

46:22

Join the Ramblin' Raiders as they discuss potential head coaching candidates to replace Mark Adams. The guys also talk about Fardaws Aimaq entering the transfer portal and what Texas Tech fans can expect during portal season.By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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Episode 169: Mark Adams Suspended/Resigns as Head Coach 37:30

2+ y ago37:30

37:30

Join the Ramblin' Raiders as they discuss Mark Adams suspension and what it means for the future of the Texas Tech Men's basketball program.By Ramblin' Raiders Podcast 2023

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182. Trains, Planes, and Super Mario Brothers Simulation Theory 30:16

2+ y ago30:16

30:16

THIS WEEK: Give airpods to the homeless, Train Derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, UFO coverup, Betting on the Super Bowl, Super Mario Brothers Simulation Theory, Gunther's Millions on Netflix, Dog Mayors, Inheriting your parents garbage while they're alive, Bat Guy and More! A podcast from two comedians who only read headlines. Every week stand up…

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