We are Kodály inspired elementary music teachers who love to share songs, activities, lessons, and ideas for the music room. Show notes at https://musicteachercoffeetalkpodcast.blogspot.com/
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I love teaching music to kids! I am a certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and plan to share lessons about singing, playing instruments, recorder technique, creative movement, improvisation, guided listening, and other techniques that will help you teach music better! Find more information and ideas on my blog: www.MakeMomentsMatter.org
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The Music Room is a podcast for elementary music teachers looking to learn helpful strategies, lesson ideas, songs, and more, for distance and hybrid learning, and beyond! Through discussion and interviews, Aileen will cover everything from Kodaly-inspired teaching, to decolonizing practices, to classroom management. For more helpful ideas for music educators, visit www.mrsmiraclesmusicroom.com
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Welcome to the Mrs. Obama, It's Been An Honor (MOIBAH) Podcast! Join Patrick Andres, Jude Baroudi, Dylan Bush, Kiran Kodali, and Maxwell Qian for a truly immersive podcast experience filled with humor, fun, and good ol' banter between the five lads. Whether you want to hear about sports, lifestyle, or just want a quick escape from the cruel world, look no further than Mrs. Obama's favorite boys!
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3 Opinionated People Talk Football -- What's Not To Love
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Dive into the eCommerce landscape with insights about consumers, merchants, and the fraudsters that come between them. From Riskified, the award-winning eCommerce solution that increases revenue, manages risk and enhances customer experience.
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The Free Music Ed Podcast covers issues relevant to music and music education. Beginners to professionals will enjoy this podcast that touches on such musical topics as choosing and instrument, managing music classes, and interviews with professional musicians. Brought to you by Freemusiced.org.
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If you’re interested in teaching musical skills and literacy through singing then this is the place for you. My name is Helen Russell from Doremi Connect and I’m going to help you achieve your goals using the Kodály approach. I teach piano and group music classes to children and adults. In the classroom and as part of after-school clubs. So if you're like me, then you will love to use these resources in your teaching. Helen is the founder of Doremi Connect, an online community for music teac ...
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We’re reaching the heart of the holiday season, and the heat is on. You and your team are making your list, checking it twice and ensuring your omnichannel strategies are seamless, personalized and sheer perfection. The Holiday Insights Series was created to help you get timely holiday trends, results and best practices from the industry’s top experts and influencers. Get ready to create some holiday magic. Subscribe now to get the latest episodes right in your inbox.
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Tanya and Carrie discuss the importance of summer learning and their plans for professional development over the summer.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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In this podcast episode, Aileen discusses "The 12 Week Year" as a basis for planning for your summer.By Aileen Miracle
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 5/5/25. This week I talked through many of your questions about teaching elementary music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the les…
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MTCT #178: Continuation Songs by Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeuneBy Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Three New Books to Check Out for Now or Later!
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22:52This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/28/25. This week I shared about three books that I recently came across that you should check out. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share abo…
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MTCT #177: Outside Singing Games, Part 2 by Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeuneBy Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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What to do for an out-of-cycle day! - How to Lesson Plan for Odd Moments
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24:42This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/21/25. This week I shared about what I taught on a recent "out-of-cycle" day when I needed a quick and easy lesson for multiple grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live o…
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Nonpitched Percussion In Daily Learning - How to Sneak It In in meaningful ways!
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27:58This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/14/25. This week I shared about how I try to include nonpitched percussion instruments in a variety of ways in my lessons. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook an…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/7/25. This week I shared about how I scaffold out and teach the song "Black Snake" with a circle game and option for instruments. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Face…
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MTCT #176: Managing Spring Fever Behavior
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1:00:40Tanya and Carrie talk about strategies and lesson ideas that help when managing Spring Fever behavior challenges in the music room.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Student-led Recorder Echo and Improvisation
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23:10This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/31/25. This week I shared about how I scaffold out a lesson including student-led recorder improvisation and echoing on BAG. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook …
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The Big Corral - Song Process and Lesson Ideas
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22:24This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/24/25. This week I shared about how I teach the song "The Big Corral" and adaptations I'm using to make it work for my upcoming program. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live …
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MTCT #175: 2025 OAKE Conference Reflection
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1:02:16Carrie and Tanya talk about their takeaways and favorite moments from the 2025 Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE) national conference that was held in Chicago in March, 2025.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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I Let Her Go Go - Song Process and Lesson Ideas
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21:19This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/17/25. This week I shared about how I teach the song "I Let Her Go Go" and scaffold in the group dance moves. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram t…
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Exploring Eighth and Sixteenth Note Combinations
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35:02This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/10/25. This week I shared about how I explore sixteenth and eighth note combinations with my older grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to s…
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In this podcast episode, Aileen details six different types of sub plans for the music room, from "one off" sub plans to "keep on track" sub plans, to help inspire you when writing your own sub plans!By Aileen Miracle
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MTCT #174: Post Performance Ponderings
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1:01:57Carrie and Tanya talk about recent grade-level performances they've led at their schools.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/3/25. This week I shared about my most recent concert based on the book The Day the Crayons Quit. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share abou…
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Adapting an Orff Schulwerk Piece for a Concert
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25:31This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/24/25. This week I shared about how I adapted a piece from the Rhythmische Übung for my upcoming 2nd Grade Concert. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Insta…
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Carrie and Tanya share some ideas and tips for when you need to leave sub plans in the music room.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Improvising in Pentatonic Modes with Older Grades
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35:48This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/10/25. This week I shared about how students have been improvising in the pentatonic modes on the pitched percussion and recorder. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Fac…
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MTCT #172: Brewing Up Fresh Ideas with Music Teacher Coffee Talk
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55:35This episode is a replay from live a Facebook/Instagram video with Carrie and Tanya. We share some of our favorite Valentine's Day songs and activities, answer a few listener questions, and give some updates on what's new with Music Teacher Coffee Talk.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Simulating Rain with Body Percussion and Hand Drums
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13:45This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/3/25. This week I shared about how I plan to simulate rain with body percussion and hand drums for my upcoming concert. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and I…
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Teach, Improvise, and Explore with Nursery Rhymes
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31:56This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/27/25. This week I shared about how I teach, improvise, and explore pitched percussion instruments with nursery rhymes. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and I…
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#102, Engaging Upper Elementary in Music Class
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19:23Looking for ways to engage your upper elementary music students? Check out this podcast, with three strategies!By Aileen Miracle
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MTCT #171: Developing the Singing Voice with Anne Mileski
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44:01Carrie and Tanya talk with Anne Mileski about developing the singing voice in the elementary music classroom.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Body Percussion Piece Scaffolding and Improvisation
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26:11This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/20/25. This week I shared about how I teach a body percussion piece from the Rhythmische Übung with a chance for improvisation. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebo…
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Carrie and Tanya share songs and activities they are doing with 5th grade this week and this semester.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Carrie and Tanya discuss plans and goals for the second half of the school year.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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MTCT #168: Peek at Our Week: 4th Grade
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1:06:03Carrie and Tanya share songs and activities they are doing with 4th grade this week.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Carrie and Tanya chat with Tom Michalek, music educator and current president of the Organization of American Kodály Educators. We talk about the Kodály philosophy, the benefits of joining OAKE, and about the 2024 OAKE National Conference that will be held in Chicago March 6-9.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/25/24. This week I talked through many of your questions about teaching elementary music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the l…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/18/24. This week I shared a new book about Tinikling and some resources you might use with it. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about …
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Tanya and Carrie share songs and activities they are using in their 3rd grade general music lessons this week.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Fall Food-Themed Rhythms for Small Groups and Centers
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24:21This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/11/24. This week I shared about using a fall food themed rhythm center in a new way! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lesson…
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Finding My Dance - Books for Native American Heritage Month
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23:25This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/4/24. This week I shared some books that I'll be using for Native American Heritage Month. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the …
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MTCT #165: Realizing Diversity with Karen Howard
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1:10:47Carrie and Tanya have a powerful conversation with Dr. Karen Howard about issues and ideas around diversity and culturally responsive teaching in music education.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Vocal Exploration with Kinders Three Ways - Song, Movement, and A Book!
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30:32This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/28/24. This week I shared about how I do vocal exploration three ways with my kindergarteners. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about …
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Old Woman Skin and Bone - Song and Instrument Process
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29:14This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/21/24. This week I shared my process for teaching "Old Woman Skin and Bone." If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I…
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Carrie and Tanya share songs and activities they are using in their 2nd grade general music lessons this week.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/14/24. This week I shared two books I use to teach lullaby and talk about how dynamics and tone change song meaning. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Ins…
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Eyeball Finger Puppets and Vocal Exploration
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20:50This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/7/24. This week I shared a few lessons for vocal exploration with primary grades including eyeball finger puppets! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Insta…
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MTCT #163: Creativity in the Orff Classroom with David Row
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1:08:15David Row joins Carrie and Tanya to discuss ideas and strategies for creativity through improvisation in the Orff-inspired classroom.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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SeeSaw in the Music Room - How to Connect with families!
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20:16This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/30/24. This week I shared about how I use SeeSaw in my classroom to communicate with parents and share what's going on in my classroom. There were some technical issues with Facebook - I tried to edit those out of the podcast but I'm …
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Parent Teacher Conference Ideas - How to connect with families!
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25:52This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/23/24. This week I shared about what I've done in the past to connect with parents and families on conference days. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Insta…
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MTCT #162: Peek at our Week (1st Grade)
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1:06:00Carrie and Tanya talk about the songs and activities they are doing with their 1st graders this week.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Miss Mary Mack - Teaching Process, Resources, and More!
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24:48This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/16/24. This week I shared about how I'm teaching the song and hand clapping game for Miss Mary Mack. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share a…
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How Do You Dance? - Book to Help Kids Feel More Comfortable Dancing
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24:27This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/9/24. This week I shared about the book "How Do You Dance?" and how I scaffold in a group dance party If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share …
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Carrie and Tanya welcome Beth Duhon to discuss ideas for implementing summer learning into your classroom.By Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
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Books for Movement Exploration in Primary Grades
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30:25This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/2/24. This week I shared about two books that you can use for movement exploration in primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share …
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