Food Heals
by Allison Melody
Being hailed as "Sex and the City for Food," The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU! The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody with guest co-hosts like Suzy Hardy, Leslie Durso, Whitney Lauritsen, Sophie Uliano and more – all self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy show provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more!Past notable Food Heals Podcast guests include NutritionFacts.org's Michael Greger, The Universe Has Your Back Author Gabby Bernstein, The Miracle Morning Author Hal Elrod, NBA Champion & Vegan Activist John Salley, The McDougall Program Author D
Episodes
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This Scientist Studied Eyesight for 25 Years. The Breakthrough Came From a Flower. With Professor John Nolan
What if you woke up one day and couldn’t read the words on your phone screen? That’s what happened to Food Heals host Allison Melody recently when her vision suddenly became blurry and garbled. Although her vision returned to normal, the experience sparked a question: What can we do now to…
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Doing Everything “Right” and Still Feeling Sick? Become the CEO of Your Health with Amanda Soukoulis
What do you do when your labs look “normal,” but you feel anything but? Amanda Soukoulis was a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader finalist with a thriving career in private equity. From the outside, she looked like the picture of health. But in her mid-20s, her energy crashed, brain fog stole her focus,...
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At 22, He Couldn’t Feed Himself. Then One Doctor Changed Everything: Miguel’s Chronic Fatigue Recovery Story
At 22, Miguel Bautista was so sick that his 75-year-old grandmother had to feed him and help him bathe. He experienced debilitating fatigue, brain fog, heart palpitations, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. After seeing dozens of specialists, his tests kept coming back normal. He was a...
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Why a Lifelong Vegan Believes Eating Real Meat Could End Factory Farming with Bruce Friedrich
Could we see the end of factory farming within our lifetime? What if the answer is not convincing everyone to stop eating meat, but completely changing how meat is made? In this episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody sits down with Bruce Friedrich, president of the Good Food Institute and author…
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How Dr. Anna Cabeca Reversed Early Menopause and Got Pregnant at 41
You’ve been lied to about menopause. Hot flashes, brain fog, weight gain, low libido, mood swings, and exhaustion are not symptoms you simply have to accept. Dr. Anna Cabeca is here to bust the biggest myths about women’s hormones, reveal what may really be driving your symptoms, and explain why...
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Hello Dolly! The Ridglan Rescue Beagle Who Changed My Life
Today’s episode is a full-circle moment. After months of covering the fight to save the beagles from Ridglan Farms, Allison is sharing the behind-the-scenes story of what happened in Wisconsin, what it was like to be tear-gassed during the attempted rescue, how the media narrative unfolded, and…
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From Tear Gas to Touching Grass: Mansi Goel Had Just Met Her Team. Minutes Later, They Were on the Front Lines of the Largest Beagle Rescue in History
Mansi Goel and Allison Melody had just met. They were on their way to what they thought was a beagle rescue training session when the call came in: “It’s happening now.” In a shocking turn, they were suddenly headed straight into the historic Ridglan Farms rescue, where more than a thousand…
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Undercover Hero Tells All: Whistleblower Scotty Gilbertson on the Beagles He Couldn’t Forget and the Freedom They Finally Deserve
Most people will never see what really happens behind closed doors inside a place like Ridglan Farms. Scotty Gilbertson did. Scotty is an undercover whistleblower who went inside the beagle breeding facility and witnessed cruelty most people could not imagine. He saw the cages. He saw the...
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The Moment We Found Out the Beagles Were Finally Being Released with Trey from Animal Activism Collective
What happens when people stop looking away and start showing up? In this emotional episode of Food Heals, Allison sits down with Trey, co-founder of Animal Activism Collective, right as breaking news comes in that the beagles at Ridglan Farms may finally be released after months of public…
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Tear-Gassed and Pepper Sprayed For Rescuing Beagles: What Really Happened at Ridglan Farms
We came prepared to carry beagles to safety. Instead, we walked into tear gas, pepper spray, rubber bullets, manure trenches, chaos, fear, and what felt like a war zone. In this raw episode of Food Heals, Allison sits down with fellow beagle rescuers Hannah, Ella, and Alex to talk about what…
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They Tried to Stop Rescuers Like Jennifer Tourkin. On April 19, Ella, Alli, and Jennifer Are Going Back to Free the Beagles.
They were born into cages, raised for experiments, and when brave people tried to get them out, those were the people placed in handcuffs. In this episode, Allison is joined by Ella Magers and Jennifer Tourkin for an emotional conversation about the beagles at Ridglan Farms and the growing…
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Arrested Saving Beagles: Pete Reimann’s Journey From Mocking Vegans to Becoming a Plant-Powered Hero
He went from mocking vegan videos to being arrested for carrying a rescued beagle to safety. In this episode, I sit down with vegan animal activist Pete Reimann to talk about the unexpected path that led him here, from a single video that changed his mind forever to the rescue effort that put him...
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They Rescued 31 Beagles From Abuse at Ridglan Farms. Then 8 Were Taken Back.
Dogs like my beagle Lily are being bred for experiments in the U.S. Kept in cages.Used. Abused. Denied sunlight, freedom, play, safety, and love. But there are a brave group of people fighting back. In this episode of Food Heals, I share what happened when Wayne Hsiung and fellow rescuers entered...
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8 Out of 9 Dietary Guideline Authors Had Ties to Big Meat and Dairy. So What Are We Supposed to Eat? Dr. John Lewis Breaks It Down
Eight out of nine people writing the U.S. dietary guidelines had ties to Big Meat and Big Dairy. Hmm. So what does that mean for the nutrition advice we’re all supposed to trust? I asked a doctor to break it down. And why is cheese so hard to quit? Spoiler alert: it might not be your willpower....
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Every Anti-Vegan Argument Debunked: Danny Ishay Uses Logic and Humor to Destroy the Meat Industry’s Lies
Why do people get so angry about vegan food? Why do the same illogical arguments about meat keep showing up over and over again? And what happens when someone finally starts dismantling them… one by one? Today on Food Heals, Allison Melody is joined by plant-powered content creator Danny Ishay,...
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James Van Der Beek: A Dawson's Creek Tribute with Industry Insiders Ryan Bailey & Jessica Sirikulbut
Today's episode is a deeply personal one. I was devastated to hear of the passing of James Van Der Beek. Like so many of you, I grew up watching Dawson's Creek. But for me, it was even more than a show. My very first job was working on Dawson's Creek in Wilmington, North Carolina. My parents got…
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The Dark Side of Dairy and the Secrets of Sexy Food, with a Side of Beverly Hills Tea (featuring Ellen Kanner of Miami Vegan)
In this episode, Allison Melody opens with a no filter Q&A that goes everywhere the mainstream won't. From the hidden reality of the dairy industry and why cows only produce milk when they're pregnant, to what really happens when creators are censored, reinstated, and quietly invited back after...
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508: 11 Shifts to Reset Your Health, Mind, Money, and Relationships in 2026
2026 is not a continuation of the old story. It's a clean slate. In this raw, unfiltered episode, Allison Melody shares 11 powerful shifts that can change your health, mindset, money, relationships, and overall direction in life. These aren't "steps" or a rigid formula. They're real-life…
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507: Vegana Italiana: The Cookbook Every Plant-Based Foodie Needs with Chef Tara Punzone and Gene Stone
Get ready to fall in love with vegan Italian food. In this delicious episode of Food Heals, Allison sits down with Chef Tara Punzone, founder of LA's award-winning vegan restaurant Pura Vita, and renowned author Gene Stone (Forks Over Knives, How Not to Die) to talk about their brand new…
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506: Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn: How Survival States Block Our Manifestation Power and How to Move From Trauma to Transformation
We've all heard the promises of The Secret. If you think positive thoughts and raise your frequency, you can have, be, and do anything you want. But what happens when your nervous system is stuck in trauma and doesn't feel safe enough to receive? That's when manifestation stops working and…
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505: The Health of Our Nation Depends on More Than Food: Charlie Kirk's Murder and the Threat to Free Speech
Ten years into Food Heals, Allison Melody broadens the lens: from food as medicine to the health of our culture. In this deeply personal episode, Allison processes the news of a public assasination, her visceral grief as a daughter who lost her father, and the chilling implications for public...
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504: Soy Doesn't Cause Man-Boobs & Proof That Food Heals: This Episode Might Change Your Diet Overnight
What if the most powerful medicine isn't in your medicine cabinet but already in your fridge? In this episode of Food Heals, we're revealing the unexpected healing powers of four everyday foods. One balances hormones and reduces hot flashes by 92 percent. Another helps eliminate chronic skin...
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503: Is AI the Answer to Chronic Disease - Or Just a Smooth-Talking Health Coach That Knows You Better Than Your Therapist?
This started out as a totally normal interview about the future of health and wellness, and then something crazy happened that you will not see coming. Let's just say… there's a twist. A moment you'll have to hear for yourself. So buckle up, Food Heals Nation. Because in today's episode, we're...
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502: Healing Foods for Crohn's & Colitis with Dane Johnson (Reversing IBD Without Meds Part 2)
In Part 2 of my powerful conversation with Dane Johnson, we dive deep into the healing power of food for reversing Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis — especially for those following a plant-based or vegan lifestyle. Dane breaks down the specific foods, nutrients, and strategies that have...
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501: The Truth About Healing Crohn's & Colitis Naturally with Dane Johnson (Reversing IBD Without Meds Part 1)
Have you been told that there's no cure for Crohn's or Colitis? That your only option is a life full of medications, surgeries, or giving up the foods you love? Think again. In Part 1 of this powerful two-part series, host Allison Melody sits down with Dane Johnson, CEO of Crohn's Colitis…
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500: What The Media Got Wrong: The Netflix Narrative, Censorship, and Standing Up for Alternative Medicine (Gurus Who Grift Part 2)
In this fiery follow-up to Part 1, Allison Melody is back with more truth bombs about the Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar and the real-world consequences of media narratives that equate wellness fraudsters with wellness itself. Belle Gibson lied about curing cancer with Gerson Therapy, but…
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499: Apple Cider Vinegar And Breath Of Fire: Scams, Grifters And The Truth Is Somewhere In Between (Gurus Who Grift Part 1)
In today's episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody dives into the recent media portrayals of alternative healing practices and their connection to scam artists. Inspired by HBO's Breath of Fire and Netflix's Apple Cider Vinegar, Allison shares her personal experiences with Kundalini Yoga…
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498: How Cupping & Acupuncture Can Relieve Pain, Reduce Stress, and Supercharge Healing with Dr. Tom Ingegno
What if the secret to better health was rooted in ancient wisdom? On today's episode of Food Heals, we're diving into the world of acupuncture and cupping with Dr. Tom Ingegno, a leading expert in integrative medicine with over 23 years of experience. As a doctor of acupuncture and East Asian...
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497: The 5-Step Peace Process to Curb Cravings and Transform Your Relationship With Food with Ella Magers
If you've ever felt powerless in the face of cravings, you're not alone. But what if you could break the cycle of emotional eating, self-sabotage, and guilt—for good? In this episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody and Sexy Fit Vegan founder Ella Magers dive deep into The Peace Process—a 5-step...
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496: Ditch Dieting Forever: Heal Your Relationship With Food and Finally Feel Free, Fit & Empowered with Ella Magers
Are you ready to finally heal your relationship with food and your body? In this powerful episode of Food Heals, host Allison Melody sits down with Ella Magers, founder of Sexy Fit Vegan, to dive deep into food freedom, body confidence, and breaking the cycle of restriction, cravings, and guilt....
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495: Supercharge Your Health with Sprouts & Sip Your Way to Calm with CBD Lattes featuring Doug Evans, Leslie Durso, and Lindsey Sozio
On this episode of Food Heals, we're diving into two powerful ways to elevate your health—sprouts and CBD coffee! First, I've got updates from Tulum, Mexico. Sometimes, the best way to solve a problem is to step away, even if just temporarily, to gain a fresh perspective. Travel is healing for…
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494: Rewiring Your Brain and Body After the LA Wildfires: Proven Tools For Healing Trauma with JJ Flizanes
Have you ever wondered how trauma impacts your mind and body? Or how you can truly heal from life's most challenging moments—whether you've faced a wildfire, a loss, or another form of pain? In this episode of The Food Heals Podcast, host Allison Melody and guest JJ Flizanes come together to…
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493: What Really Happened During California's Devastating Wildfires: A Deep Dive into the Causes, Consequences, and Critical Failures with Jeremy Ryan Slate and Jen Briney
What would you do if you stumbled upon an act of arson in progress? How do you process the devastation of wildfires destroying communities, homes, and lives? On this episode of The Food Heals Podcast, we ponder these questions and more as we dive into the devastation of the recent California...
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492: LA is Burning: My Personal Evacuation Experience of Fire, Ash, and Hope
Thank you to everyone who reached out to check on me—I'm safe. For those who don't know, I was just a few miles away from the Palisades fires in Los Angeles and had to evacuate twice with three dogs. Thankfully, we all made it out safely. My heart breaks for this city and those who've lost so…
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491: A Mom's Mission to Clean Up Kids' Cereal, RFK's Pledge to Shake Things Up, Holiday Recipes, Black Friday Deals, and an Inspiring Rescue Story
In this episode of Food Heals, we're diving into a mix of health, hope, and holiday cheer! First, hear the inspiring story of a Michigan mom fighting to remove harmful chemicals from kids' cereals. Then, I'll share a few election thoughts, including RFK's bold plans to spark change. Stay tuned…
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490: Happy Halloween, Hormones, and HRT: Michelle Miller's Journey Back to Health
In this Halloween episode of Food Heals, host Allison Melody sits down with Michelle Miller, a powerhouse in the Aerospace Supply Chain industry with an equally strong passion for women's health—especially when it comes to hormones and menopause. We kick things off by getting into the Halloween...
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489: Chinese Herbal Remedies for Menstrual Cramps, Hiccups, Cedar Fever, Overthinking, and More, with David Jones of Herbalogic
In this episode of Food Heals, I welcome David Jones, co-founder of Herbalogic, to explore the fascinating world of Chinese herbal medicine. David, also known as the "Chief Herb Nerd," shares insights on how plant-based remedies can tackle common issues like menstrual cramps, hiccups, allergies,...
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488: How a Life-Saving Doctor Saved His Own Life: What Dr. Savage Learned Beyond the ER
At 37 years old, Paul Dr. Savage was a successful ER/trauma physician, but his own health was in serious trouble. He weighed 270 pounds, smoked cigarettes, was tired, anxious, and unwell, and had high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, and stress. Instead of turning to more…
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487: The Science, Secrets, and Wisdom of Water: How Coherent Water Can Transform Your Health with Mario Brainovic
Today, we're diving into a topic that's as vital as the air we breathe but often overlooked: the water we drink. And not just any water—coherent water. What if I told you that the quality of the water you consume could drastically change not only your health but also the quality of your life?...
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486: Rock Your Heels & Reclaim Your Health: Sacred Spaces and Anti-Aging Secrets with Sarah Wright & Hannah Went
Food Heals is back after a month off with brand new episodes! Since we have been MIA, I decided to make it up to you with a two for one episode! That's right, I have two interviews with two incredible women on two different topics so no matter what you're interested in you'll get your food heals...
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Introduction to a Brain Rewire: Why Your Brain May Be Sabotaging You And What To Do About It
Today, we're diving deep into something that so many of us are grappling with right now—our mental and emotional well-being. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in patterns that don't serve you, then this episode is for you. Lately, I've had countless conversations with friends...
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From Fear to Freedom: Overcome Fears and Unlock Your True Potential
Today marks the fifth episode of The Upgrade series, where we continue our journey of self-empowerment and personal growth. In our last episode, we explored the first five of ten fears that often keep us from realizing our true potential. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, be sure to go...
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How to Conquer the Fears That Hold Us Back From Our Greatness
In the fourth episode of the Upgrade series on Food Heals, we dive deep into the myths and fears that fuel imposter syndrome and keep us from achieving our full potential. Today, we're going to debunk five common fears that hold us back from our greatness, so we can overcome the imposter monster...
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The Confidence Code: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Achieve the Impossible
In the third episode of The Upgrade series on Food Heals, we're diving deep into the often paralyzing world of imposter syndrome and exploring how to break free from its grasp to achieve the impossible. Welcome to "The Confidence Code: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Achieve the…
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Against All Odds: My Entrepreneurial Journey from Ashes to Abundance
In the second episode in The Upgrade series on Food Heals, I share the gripping and emotional story of how I almost lost everything - not once but twice - but ultimately emerged stronger than ever. After losing both of my parents to cancer and discovering that my father's estate was being...
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The Power of Certainty: Why Incantations are More Powerful than Affirmations
In the first episode of the The Upgrade series on Food Heals, we explore the transformative power of incantations and why they are more effective than affirmations. This series is designed for purpose-driven people, creators, influencers, entrepreneurs, and rebels who are ready to live without...
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485: Doctors Gone Rogue 4: Prescribing Plants Over Pills: Holistic Heart Health with Dr. Joel Kahn and Honoring the Legacy of Dr. John McDougall
In our final episode of the "Doctors Gone Rogue" series, we're paying tribute to a true legend in the field of holistic medicine. Today, we honor the remarkable legacy of Dr. John McDougall, who passed away last month. I'm also excited to feature the incredible work of Dr. Joel Kahn, known as...
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484: Doctors Gone Rogue 3: Honoring the Mavericks in Herbology, Holistic Healing, & Traditional Medicine
Today we honor the Mavericks in Herbology, Holistic Healing, & Traditional Medicine. In this limited series, we're diving into the stories of the game changers—the outcasts and outliers who dared to think differently. They went against their traditional training and faced skepticism from their...
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483: Doctors Gone Rogue 2: Highlighting the Trailblazers in Gynecology, Cancer Healing, & Chiropractic Care
Today we are highlighting the innovators, the misfits, and the rebels. Last time, you heard us celebrating the change-makers in naturopathy, holistic veterinary care, and traditional Chinese medicine. In episode two of our "Doctors Gone Rogue" limited series, we'll highlight the trailblazers in...
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482: Doctors Gone Rogue 1: Celebrating the Change-Makers in Naturopathy, Holistic Veterinary Care, & Traditional Chinese Medicine
Today we celebrate the innovators, the mavericks, and the rebels who went rogue. In the words of Steve Jobs, "Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no...
About this show
Being hailed as "Sex and the City for Food," The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU! The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody with guest co-hosts like Suzy Hardy, Leslie Durso, Whitney Lauritsen, Sophie Uliano and more – all self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy show provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more!Past notable Food Heals Podcast guests include NutritionFacts.org's Michael Greger, The Universe Has Your Back Author Gabby Bernstein, The Miracle Morning Author Hal Elrod, NBA Champion & Vegan Activist John Salley, The McDougall Program Author D
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