Best Dave and Suzie Podcasts (2025)

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S10, Ep1: Joy Crookes, musician 43:49

1h ago43:49

43:49

Musician Joy Crookes joins Grace to kick off a brand new season of Comfort Eating. Born and raised in south London, Joy’s rich, punchy and intimate songs means her music is everywhere. With Bangladeshi and Irish heritage, Joy writes music that’s rich in politics, identity and a lot of raw feeling. Her debut album, Skin, was an intimate patchwork of…

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Bridging the Gap Between REIT and Operator with NHI CEO Eric Mendelsohn 19:21

1d ago19:21

19:21

We are unpacking how REITs support senior living operators, plus hear insider details into the recent proxy fight with an activist investor straight from Eric Mendelsohn, CEO of NHI. Don’t miss these valuable lessons from an industry leader on serving partners and working toward mutual success. This episode was recorded at the 2025 NHI Symposium. S…

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Questionary Episode 11-Are you feeling whelmed, overwhelmed or underwhelmed? 42:55

2d ago42:55

42:55

Send us a text Dave is contemplating the English language. He felt overwhelmed, but never really whelmed. This made him questionize and now Dave and Suzie try to figure this conundrum out! Help them...PLEASE! Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #school #work #food #kids #smallt…

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Andrew Roachford 1:05:19

6h ago1:05:19

1:05:19

As someone who has interviewed many influential artists over the years, Andrew Roachford stands out as a truly unique voice in British music. Rising to fame in the late 1980s with his band Roachford, he broke onto the charts with the unforgettable hit “Cuddly Toy”, a track that fused soul, rock, and funk in a way that felt completely fresh at the t…

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Yes, Also - Miles Stroth 51:46

7d ago51:46

51:46

Miles Stroth (The Family, founder of The Pack Theater), talks about his early days at Second City and iO, the paradox of “don’t think”, breaking the Harold, 3 Mad Rituals, playing to the top of your intelligence, how he accesses characters, The Pack, empowering yourself in scenes, position play, evolving "yes and", developing the movie form, his sc…

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Comfort Eating with Grace Dent is back 0:43

7d ago0:43

0:43

Season 10 of Comfort Eating with Grace Dent will kick off on Tuesday 8 July. Join Grace and her celebrity guests, including CMAT, Irvine Welsh, Lulu and Nicola Sturgeon, as they delve into their ultimate comfort foodBy The Guardian

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You’re the Boss: Now What? Power, Pressure, and Leading with Losing Yourself with Sabina Nawaz 33:50

8d ago33:50

33:50

This week, Morag sits down with Sabina Nawaz—executive coach, former Microsoft executive, and author of You Are the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be and Others Need. Sabina brings a sharp, compassionate lens to the messy reality of leadership—especially how pressure, not power, causes even the best bosses to behave badly. From lessons learne…

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Sales and Marketing Strategies from a Lifeplan Community Specialist Deana Wilson 22:23

8d ago22:23

22:23

With a rich history in the industry, Deana Wilson, Director of Marketing and Sales at Westminster Village Terra Haute, shares insights on sales for lifeplan communities, successes of a resident fund, and new approaches to marketing efforts with CCRCs. As the Executive Chair of the Indiana Alzheimer’s Association Walk, Deana also discusses her passi…

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Questionary Episode 10 Music Memory 44:42

9d ago44:42

44:42

Send us a text Suzie needs to know why she still remembers songs she hasn't heard in decades. Dave thinks he knows why. What do you think? Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #school #work #food #kids #smalltalk #subject #cereal #soup #petpeeve #rapidfire #think #talk #remember…

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Yes, Also - Monique Moses 47:19

14d ago47:19

47:19

Monique Moses (Black Lady Sketch Show, Astronomy Club) talks about playable premises, filtering a monologue, internet paralysis, the evolution of happiness, callbacks and connections, the PIT, Astronomy Club and Black Lady Sketch Show, favorite exercises, sketch/improv hybrids, magical realism, using genre tropes to highlight absurdity, and more! S…

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Leadership Isn't One-Size-Fits-All: Using Situational Leadership ® To Build Trust, Flexibility & Results with Suzie Bishop 26:55

15d ago26:55

26:55

We’re excited to welcome Suzie Bishop, Vice President of Product Development at the Center for Leadership Studies and member of the Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches community. In this episode, Suzie shares how the timeless model of Situational Leadership is being reimagined for today's workplace—and why trust, adaptability, and honest feedback loops …

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Tackling Technology, Staffing, and Emerging Trends with Ryan Fischer 18:32

15d ago18:32

18:32

Join Josh and Lucas as they sit down with Ryan Fischer, President and CEO of Fischer Health Care Consulting. Dive into a conversation about the future of senior living, the integration of cutting-edge technology, and the evolving needs of an aging population. Ryan shares his insights on addressing industry challenges like staffing shortages, techno…

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Questionary Episode 9 Do you have COOTIES? 42:17

15d ago42:17

42:17

Send us a text Dave questionized all week as to whether or not he had cooties. He was asymptomatic and was not aware of a Cooties vaccine. Suzie enlightened him about the vaccine, but they still pondered on how kids know when someone has Cooties. Tune in to find out more and protect yourself from Cooties! Music always helps the mind think! Support …

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Yes, Also - Dave Theune 58:22

21d ago58:22

58:22

Dave Theune (Bangarang, St. Dennis Medical) talks about Comedy Sportz Milwaukee, the importance of seeing shows, giving scenic gifts, how to take the pressure off, abstract group games, knowing your audience, corporate shows, starting organically, silent soundtrack scenes, Groundlings, using object work to find analogies, restaurant technique, why …

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Dave Leonard, Steve Lancaster: Approaching AI with cautious optimism at Watergrove Trust 26:34

22d ago26:34

26:34

Summary This podcast episode was recorded during the Watergrove Trust AI professional development workshop, delivered by Good Future Foundation and Educate Ventures. Dave Leonard, the Strategic IT Director, and Steve Lancaster, a member of their AI Steering Group, shared how they led the Trust's exploration and discussion of AI with a thoughtful, c…

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A Look at the Future of Senior Living Sales and Technology with Kevin Colley 15:36

22d ago15:36

15:36

Listen as Kevin Colley, Head of at Sales Bridge Senior Living, sits down to discuss where we’ve gone wrong in sales, and how new technology is giving senior living a chance to course correct. Hear insights on AI, embracing new tech, and becoming one of the biggest industries. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Spons…

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Questionary Episode 8 Taste or Preference 45:07

23d ago45:07

45:07

Send us a text Do foods taste different to people or is it that their preference is different? Does texture come into play? Is it just that you don't like something? Dave and Suzie delve into this perplexing conundrum on today's episode. Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #sch…

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Designer Keanan Duffty 1:15:50

24d ago1:15:50

1:15:50

Designer Keanan Duffty; Fashion meets Music, David Bowie, Sex Pistols; The University of Failure I’m thrilled to introduce Keanan Duffty—this isn’t just an intro, it’s your VIP pass into the mind of a true blend of fashion, music, and education. Keanan is a British-born creative powerhouse (b. 1964, Doncaster) who's been rocking stages and runways …

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Yes, Also - Zach Reino 51:37

28d ago51:37

51:37

Zach Reino (Dropout, Off Book: The Improvised Musical) talks about his musical and comedy DNA, how to get better at musical improv, narrative payoffs, keeping things fresh, livestream hang-ups, back line support, the benefit of Harolds, universal games, scary hallways, sustaining scenes, getting on the same page, twoprov, Dropout shows, upcoming pr…

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Sage and Agemark Usher in the Era of Intelligent Care with Raj Mehra and Michael Pittore 30:46

29d ago30:46

30:46

Sage addresses operational opportunities to modernize senior care. Raj Mehra, CEO and Co-founder of Sage, in partnership with Michael Pittore, Co-CEO of Agemark Senior Living, announce a new product line, Sage Detect. The AI-driven innovation addresses real challenges that operators face daily. Hear more from Raj on Ep. 317. Produced by Solinity Ma…

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Questionary Episode 7: Driveway or Parkway You Decide 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

Send us a text Dave got out this week. He went driving around town. And with that, he questionized about the names of the surfaces on which we drive. Tune in to hear Suzie and Dave duke it out around the names of streets. [email protected] Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suz…

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Sue Clowes 1:02:17

1M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

Sue Clowes; Designer of Boy George/Culture Club's iconic clothes; She help Shape 80's Fashion Legacy Photo; (c) Samuel Guerrier Pioneering British textile and fashion designer, Sue Clowes, is renowned for her influential role in shaping 1980s pop and street fashion.⁠ ⁠ It was her collaboration with Boy George and Culture Club in the early 1980s tha…

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Yes, Also - Ali Ghandour 56:03

1M ago56:03

56:03

Ali Ghandour (former AD of UCB LA) talks about Ultimate Improv, internet sketch, lessons in collaboration, subverting expectations, personal specifics, leading a show from within, improvising with audience members, being a UCB AD, the inside of the audition process, speaking a shared language, weathering rejection, advice for AD's, playing smart du…

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Preserving History: New Hampshire's Covered Bridges with Kim Varney Chandler 35:38

1M ago35:38

35:38

Join Dan Egan on the 603podcast as he interviews author and historian Kim Varney Chandler, who takes us through the history of New Hampshire's covered bridges, and her new book covering all the details of the state's beloved architecture. Chandler reveals the practical reason these bridges were covered and explains why communities have invested so …

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Thomas Sparrow: Navigating AI and the Disinformation Landscape 33:25

1M ago33:25

33:25

Summary This episode features Thomas Sparrow, a correspondent and fact checker, who helps us differentiate misinformation and disinformation, and understand the evolving landscape of information dissemination, particularly through social media and the challenges posed by generative AI. He is also very passionate about equipping teachers and student…

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How Oxford Senior Living is Using Data to Engage Educated Leads 12:59

1M ago12:59

12:59

From the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Del Reed, VP of Sales at Oxford Senior Living, discusses how Oxford is using new programs to receive crucial data to stay on top of lead trends and learn the resident story during the sales process. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sag…

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Questionary Episode 6: Pest or Pet Peeve? 43:38

1M ago43:38

43:38

Send us a text Suzie asks the question "Why are Pet Peeves called Pets; they are annoying. Shouldn't they be called Pest Peeves instead?" Dave tries, but Suzie might be too far gone with her top 10 peeves. Listen as they rant about what really bugs them and why. Have a question? Ask the Questionarians at [email protected]. Stickers are c…

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Martin Green; DJ & Curator 42:06

1M ago42:06

42:06

Martin Green is a pioneering DJ, curator, and cultural archivist, best known as the founder of Smashing, the legendary 1990s Soho club that became a cornerstone of Britpop-era nightlife. He toured with Pulp and has DJ-ed for Blur, Suede, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, and fashion houses like Chanel and Prada. A passionate collector, he compile…

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Yes, Also - Stephnie Weir 51:27

1M ago51:27

51:27

Stephnie Weir (MadTV, Second City) talks about her colorful upbringing, playing a character's passion, finding levels, JANE, iconic characters, big lessons from Mick Napier, the nuance of status, auditioning for SNL, Mad TV, the origins of WeirDass, The Lifeboat form, playing broken people, and more! Subscribe on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@YesAls…

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Mini Bonus Episode: Chris Gethard + Will Gallagher 5:11

1M ago5:11

5:11

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re featuring a segment from All Hands on Deck, a campaign from Wellness Together. It spotlights the people and places meeting mental health needs in creative, community-rooted ways. Learn more at wellnesstogether.org/allhandsondeck.

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Resident Advocacy in Community Distress with Suzy Koenig 17:20

1M ago17:20

17:20

From a social worker to trusted industry advisory, Suzy Koenig, CEO of SAK Management Services, discusses her journey as an administrator and then owner. With a knack for turnarounds, Suzy shares her experience in assisting with distressed assets and solving problems on behalf of communities through receivership. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Bec…

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Questionary Episode 5: What's up with Small Talk? 42:18

1M ago42:18

42:18

Send us a text Suzie and Dave try to understand why small talk is a specific kind of conversation. What do you think? #question #questionary #smalltalk #dave #suzie #pittburgh #jobs Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #school #work #food #kids #smalltalk #subject #cereal #soup …

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Limahl 53:45

2M ago53:45

53:45

Limahl; From Kajagoogoo's Too Shy to Giorgio Moroder's Never Ending Story! Limahl (born Christopher Hamill) is a British pop singer best known as the lead vocalist of the 1980s band Kajagoogoo, whose global hit "Too Shy" topped charts in 1983. After going solo, he gained further success with the international hit "The NeverEnding Story", the theme …

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Yes, Also - Joel Spence 58:03

2M ago58:03

58:03

Joel Spence (Sentimental Lady, Big Little Lies) talks about resting the game, trusting Yes And, formative theater experiences, the post-show blues, finding comedy in tragic plays, The Groundlings, favorite teaching exercises, serving the whole, agency vs. bulldozing, avoiding conflict, map-overs, improv slumps, warm-ups, improvising with Robin Will…

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Bukky Yusuf: Responsible technology integration in educational settings 28:45

2M ago28:45

28:45

Summary With her extensive teaching experience in both mainstream and special schools, Bukky Yusuf shares how purposeful and strategic use of technology can unlock learning opportunities for students. She also equally emphasises the ethical dimensions of AI adoption, raising important concerns about data representation, societal inequalities, and t…

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Labor Management and Service Creep with Bryant McCann of Sage 14:52

2M ago14:52

14:52

How can a community make sure their residents are cared for, families are communicated with, and team members aren’t burnt out? Tune in as Bryant McCann of Sage shares how their platform provides key pieces of data that equip operators to see the big picture of their community and promote seamless operations. Sage is a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Th…

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Questionary Episode 4: Ultimate Kid Food 44:17

2M ago44:17

44:17

Send us a text When thinking of preparing foods for kids or ordering food at a restaurant, what is the go-to food that would come to mind? What food does your kid want? What food do you like? Do you have a memory of a great food when you were a kid? Listen and tell us your thoughts. #food #kids #macncheese #question #questionary #nuggets #pizza Mus…

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Swing Out Sister 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Swing Out Sister: From ‘Breakout’ to Timeless – The Evolution of Style and Sound Certain Shades Of Limelight — an 8CD box set celebrating a dazzling decade of Swing Out Sister’s sophisticated pop brilliance is out on June 27th 2025. Spanning 1994 to 2004, this beautifully curated collection captures the creative evolution of one of Britain’s most s…

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Yes, Also - Lyndsey Frank 55:36

2M ago55:36

55:36

Lyndsey Frank (Lohan, Planet Weird) talks about being a physical player, finding personal beacons, how cancer changed their improv, going from short form to long form, becoming fearless, using real people to inform characters, give and take with unusual POV’s, ways to get unstuck in monoscenes, discovery vs. scenic math, pulling premise from sound …

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Senior Housing Capital and Growth Outlook with NIC MAP CEO Arick Morton 21:24

2M ago21:24

21:24

“Survive until 2025” embodied the essence of a challenging period and the hope for brighter days ahead. Now that 2025 has arrived, Arick Morton, CEO of NIC MAP, shares insights and the state of capital and growth outlook for the industry. Hear the 2024 recap and Q1 report with Kyle Gardner HERE. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Become a sponsor of B…

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Questionary Episode 3: Hearing vs. Listening 42:09

2M ago42:09

42:09

Send us a text Dave and Suzie delve into what it means to actually hear or listen. Are you participating in a conversation or just observing? What really is the difference between hearing and listening. https://amazon.com/music/player/tracks/B07R46PG7V?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_lozZ6TKyOyKD1FtxElPgDyL2b questionarypodc…

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Yes, Also - Bob Dassie 1:02:23

2M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Bob Dassie (Dasariski, Weirdass) talks about how he approaches the top of a scene, active patience, his first class with Stephnie Weir, performing without a ceiling, an argument for openings, playing tension, the Evente form, truth over comedy, the origins of The Pretty Flower, meltdowns vs. conflict, outside-the-box object work, choosing to care, …

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Dr. Lulu Shi: A Sociological Lens on Educational Technology 25:03

2M ago25:03

25:03

Summary In this enlightening episode, Dr Lulu Shi from the University of Oxford, shares technology’s role in education and society through a sociological lens. She examines how edtech companies shape learning environments and policy, while challenging the notion that technological progress is predetermined. Instead, Dr. Shi argues that our collecti…

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Tech Talk with Social Isolation Expert of Hamilton CapTel Dave Blanchard 21:18

2M ago21:18

21:18

Technology is transforming the senior living industry, but how is it impacting caregivers, residents, and families? In this episode of Bridge The Gap, Dave Blanchard, OD/Strategic Business Development at Hamilton CapTel, returns to discuss how digital solutions enhance caregiving, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen communication between…

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Questionary Episode 2: Is Cereal Soup? 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

Send us a text Today, Suzie brings up a topic that she was questionizing for a while. Where would cereal fall into in the vast landscape of food categories. Is there an answer? Tune in to find out! Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #school #work #food #kids #smalltalk #subjec…

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SIX03 Endurance: Trail Running in New Hampshire 32:25

2M ago32:25

32:25

Join Dan Egan on the 603podcast as he interviews Founder of SIX03 Endurance, Tom Hooper. Hooper takes us through the remarkable evolution of a New Hampshire statewide running group with hundreds of members, nine major events, and pub runs in cities throughout the Granite State. "Nobody likes doing things alone," Hooper explains, revealing how the s…

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Yes, Also - Laci Mosley 43:30

2M ago43:30

43:30

Laci Mosley (Scam Goddess, Going Dutch) talks about finding balance, her journey from Texas to Hollywood, four clear paths to an acting career, choosing improv over standup, letting go of the rules, embracing voice of reason, the diversity scholarship, funny Hollywood stories, her most memorable Harold, the first dates opening, meaty interview ques…

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How Aline is Creating an Ecosystem to Unite Senior Living with CEO Brandon Logsdon 18:56

2M ago18:56

18:56

While at the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Josh and Lucas sat down with new CEO of Aline, Brandon Logsdon, to discuss the direction of Aline, and how they’re moving towards a connected ecosystem of programs to help deliver on promises and unify the industry with the Aline data. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Spo…

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Questionary Episode 1: The Most Important Subject 38:47

2M ago38:47

38:47

Send us a text Suzie and Dave explore the most important subject offered in elementary school. Do you agree with them? Remember, no internet searching! Gypsy Kings Hotel California https://youtu.be/u1jJ7SA3j1U [email protected] Music always helps the mind think! Support the show #hearing #listening #question #questionary #suzie #dave #sc…

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AI Implementation at Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy 19:15

3M ago19:15

19:15

In this podcast episode, Daniel, George, and Ricky discuss the integration of AI and technology in education, particularly at Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy. They explore the local context of the school, the impact of technology on teaching and learning, and how AI is being utilised to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. The conver…

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