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Insights In Sound
by Daniel Liston Keller
"Insights in Sound," hosted by Daniel Liston Keller, is the podcast that tells the stories behind the music. Each episode features a candid conversation with a legendary engineer, producer, or innovator, revealing the untold tales from their careers in the music industry. From the making of classic albums to the invention of groundbreaking audio gear, our guests share the personal stories behind their most iconic work. This podcast is a journey into the heart of music production, exploring the passion, creativity, and technical genius that go into every recording. You'll hear about the late-night studio sessions, the creative breakthroughs, and the collaborative spirit that defines the world of professional audio. "Insights in Sound" is more than just a technical podcast; it's a celebration of the human stories that make music magical. If you're fascinated by the history of music and the creative process, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
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insights In Sound 222 - Joey Stuckey, Artist/Producer/Advocate S23 E 2
insights In Sound 222 - Joey Stuckey, Artist/Producer/Advocate S23 E 2 He's been blind pretty much since birth, but it hasn't slowed him down in the slightest. He keeps a full schedule of touring, producing other artists, and advocating for diversity within and outside of the music and recording...
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Dr. Bill Evans on Using AI for Good Not Evil - Insights In Sound 221 - S23 E1
Dr. Bill Evans on Using AI for Good Not Evil - Insights In Sound 221 - S23 E1 Kicking off this 23rd season and 221st episode of Insights In Sound with Bill Evans, a polymath, scientist, musician, and a living example of Aristotle's quote that "profound creativity often deviates from societal...
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Bill Smith, Audio Engineer/Archivist - Part 2 of 2 - Insights In Sound 219 S22 E10
Bill Smith, Audio Engineer/Archivist - Part 2 of 2 - Insights In Sound 219 S22 E10 Multi-Grammy Nominated Recording Engineer Bill Smith is one of the Zeligs of the audio world - he seems to pop up everywhere. Working with engineering yogis like Al Schmitt and Geoff Emerick...recording sessions at...
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Bill Smith, Audio Engineer/Archivist - Part 1 of 2 - Insights In Sound 219 S22 E9
Bill Smith, Audio Engineer/Archivist - Part 1 of 2 - Insights In Sound 219 S22 E9 Multi-Grammy Nominated Recording Engineer Bill Smith is one of the Zeligs of the audio world - he seems to pop up everywhere. Working with engineering yogis like Al Schmitt and Geoff Emerick...recording sessions at...
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Gatos Trail Studio & Sonic Summit Team for Ross Hogarth Workshop - Insights In Sound S22 E8
Gatos Trail Studio & Sonic Summit Team for Ross Hogarth Workshop - Insights In Sound S22 E8 We chat with Gatos Trail Studio's Dan Joeright and Sonic Summit's Shane Lavin about their upcoming production workshop in Joshua Tree featuring engineer/producer Ross Hogarth. Learn more about your ad...
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Insights In Sound 217 - A Tour of the Legendary Les Paul Studio with Engineer Tom Camuso - S22 E7
Insights In Sound 217 - A Tour of the Legendary Les Paul Studio with Engineer Tom Camuso - S22 E7 Engineer, archivist, and educator Tom Camuso has spent much of the past couple of years restoring Les Paul's original studio and the recordings he created with Mary Ford. It's not just a museum, it's…
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Insights In Sound 216 - A Conversation with Synthesist/Composer Anthony Marinelli - S22 E6
Insights In Sound 216 - A Conversation with Synthesist/Composer Anthony Marinelli - S22 E6 You've heard his work on recordings by Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Kenny Loggins, Supertramp, Crystal Method, and films including The Color Purple, Young Guns, and Leaving Las Vegas. He's a wealth of...
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Insights In Sound 215 - Fred Paragano, Re-Recording Mixer / Supervising Sound Editor S22 E5
Insights In Sound 215 - Fred Paragano, Re-Recording Mixer / Supervising Sound Editor S22 E5 He's a Golden Reel award winning engineer with Prime Time Emmy and MPSE nominations. He's mixed major label music projects in New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles, and ran the multi-room Paragon Studios in...
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Insights In Sound 214 - Dave Carlock, Producer/Engineer S22 E4
From pop to punk, Dave Carlock's work has spanned multiple genres and a wide array of influences and instruments. He cut his teeth working with legends like Greg Ladanyi and David Foster, and won a Grammy for his work with P!nk. We got together at the legendary Hideout Studios in Henderson, NV....
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Insights In Sound 213 - Charles Dayton, Re-Recording Mixer S22 E3
Insights In Sound 213 - Charles Dayton, Re-Recording Mixer S22 E3 From music and acting to sound design, post production, and mixing for film and TV, Charles Dayton's career has been anything but typical. And early on, he learned the value of saying yes. We got together at his Twisted Avocado...
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Insights In Sound 212 - Craig Bauer, Producer/Engineer S22 E2
Insights In Sound 212 - Craig Bauer, Producer/Engineer S22 E2 Nominated for multiple Grammys for his work with artists as varied as Kanye West, Ed Sheeran, Justin Timberlake, Wu-Tang Clan, Richard Marx, Public Enemy, and Smashing Pumpkins, Craig Bauer is a renaissance man and then some. He has…
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Insights In Sound 211 - Karol Urban, Re-Recording Mixer - S22 E1
Insights In Sound 211 - Karol Urban, Re-Recording Mixer - S22 E1 She's got a list of credits a mile long in feature films, TV series, documentaries and more, and she's equally comfortable talking tech geeky stuff or creative story telling - my kind of people. She loves her work, and it shows.…
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Insights In Sound 210 - Robert Carranza, Producer/Engineer S21 E10
Insights In Sound 210 - Robert Carranza, Producer/Engineer S21 E10 He's one of the most successful producers you've never heard of. Grammy awarded producer Robert Carranza has worked with everyone from Jack Johnson, Taj Mahal, and Mars Volta to Marilyn Manson and Ozomatli, as well as dozens of...
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Insights In Sound 209 - Sylvia Massy, Producer/Engineer/Artist/Author - S21 E9
Insights In Sound 209 - Sylvia Massy, Producer/Engineer/Artist/Author - S21 E9 She's multi-talented, multi-faceted, and simply hilarious. We've done NAMM panels together and been trying to schedule this for ages, and discovered we have all sorts of history in common. Such a fun conversation.…
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Insights In Sound 208 - Taylor Jaymin, Immersive Mixer, NoiseHouse Productions - S21, E 8
Insights In Sound 208 - Taylor Jaymin, Immersive Mixer, NoiseHouse Productions - S21, E 8 The only thing cooler than diving headfirst into ATMOS mixing is diving headfirst into building your own room at the same time. Taylor Jaymin has done both, and he and his colleagues at NoiseHouse…
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Insights In Sound 207 - Mark Gander, Harman/JBL - S21 E7
Insights In Sound 207 - Mark Gander, Harman/JBL - S21 E7 Over more than four decades, Mark Gander helped to shape not just the JBL legacy, but the evolution of modern PA systems. We caught up with him at the 2026 NAMM show to reflect on the past and speculate on the future. Learn more about your…
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Insights In Sound 206 Whiteline Fever: Staying Grounded on the Road (Live at NAMM) S21 E6
Insights In Sound 206 Whiteline Fever: Staying Grounded on the Road (Live at NAMM) S21 E6 Our live TEC Tracks panel from NAMM 2026, "White Line Fever: Staying Grounded While the Ground Moves Beneath You." A candid (and hilarious) conversation with live sound veterans Jeri Palumbo (NFL), Robert...
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Insights In Sound 205 - Nate Baglyos, Kali Audio - S21 E5v
Insights In Sound 205 - Nate Baglyos, Kali Audio - S21 E5 We got together with Kali Audio's Nate Baglyos to talk about the science of voicing monitors and dispel some common misconceptions. Hope you enjoy this nerdy chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights In Sound 204 Daniella Peters, JBL Professional S21 E4
Insights In Sound 204 Daniella Peters, JBL Professional S21 E4 She's a shining example of how hard work, focus, and treating people with kindness and respect are what matters. We got together with Daniella Peters for a long-awaited chat about her work, her career, and her thoughts on the…
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Insights In Sound 203 - Mind The Gap: Creativity & Conflict with Multigenerational Teams in Music - S21 E3
Insights In Sound 203 - Mind The Gap: Creativity & Conflict with Multigenerational Teams in Music. TEC Tracks panel live from NAMM 2026 with guests Suzy Shinn, Rick Allen, Michael Beinhorn, Julie Tan, and Alec Druth. Moderated by Daniel Liston Keller. Curated by Jan Glasband of Equi=Tech. Learn...
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Insights In Sound 202 - Bob Margouleff, Producer/Visionary S21 E2
Insights In Sound 202 - Bob Margouleff, Producer/Visionary S21 E2 From his early days in synthesis with TONTO's Expanding Headband, to his legendary work with Stevie Wonder, Devo, Oingo Boingo, Jeff Beck, Doobie Brothers, Little feat, Weather Report, Gwar, Quincy Jones, and many more, Robert...
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Insights In Sound 201 - Phill Scholes, VP Solid State Logic - S21 E1
Insights In Sound 201 - Phill Scholes, VP Solid State Logic - S21 E1 A long history with one of the industry's long-standing companies is guaranteed to result in an interesting perspective and some interesting anecdotes. My chat with Phill Scholes did not disappoint. Learn more about your ad...
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Insights In Sound 200 - A Retrospective Collection - S20 E10
Insights In Sound 200 - A Retrospective Collection - S20 E10 Marking the 200th episode of Insights In Sound, we've compiled a retrospective of some memorable moments from an amazing roster of guests and episodes. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights In Sound 199 - Dave Shadoan, Founder, Sound Image S20 E9
Insights In Sound 199 Dave Shadoan, Founder, Sound Image S20 E9 From loudspeakers to the load-in, few people have influenced today's live sound industry as deeply as Dave Shadoan. He's also one of the nicest guys in the biz. We sat down to shoot the breeze at the legendary Hideout Studios in Las...
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Insights In Sound 198 Chilitos Valenzuela, Engineer/Educator S20 E8
Insights In Sound 198 Chilitos Valenzuela, Engineer/Educator S20 E8 He's an OG audio engineer who has always been quick to embrace new technologies, putting his talents to work with a who's who of legendary artists. Not only has he never lost his passion for learning and staying on the cutting...
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Insights In Sound 196 "Trident: The Story of a True Legend" Live at AES 2025 S20 E6
Insights In Sound 196 "Trident: The Story of a True Legend" Live at AES 2025 S20 E6 We sat down with author/historian Brian Kehew, Trident Studios alumnus Adam Moseley, Cherokee Studios' Bruce Robb, and "studio trenches" tech wizard Joe Vezzetti to talk about the origins of the UK's famed Trident...
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Insights In Sound 195 Julio Monroy "Beyond the Rec Button" Live at AES 2025 - S20 E5
Insights In Sound host Daniel Liston Keller chats with Delta Records' Julio Monroy about the art behind the recording process. Recorded live at the 2025 AES Convention in Long Beach, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights in Sound 193 - "Feel the Fear and Say Yes Anyway" - Live at AES 2025 - S20 E3
Insights in Sound 193 - "Feel the Fear and Say Yes Anyway" - Live at AES 2025 - S20 E3 "Feel the Fear and Say Yes Anyway" - Panelists Suzy Shinn, Ross Hogarth, Leslie Ann Jones, and Kathleen Wirt talk with host Daniel Liston Keller about jumping in at the deep end and finding courage to take on...
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Insights In Sound 192 - David Morgan, Live Sound Pro - Live at AES Convention S20 E2
Insights In Sound 192 - David Morgan, Live Sound Pro - Live at AES Convention S20 E2 Our live sound panel with legendary FOH mixer David Morgan, recorded at the recent AES Convention in Long Beach, CA. Over the course of nearly half a century, David has mixed FOH for artists as varied as Paul...
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Insights In Sound 191 Rick Allen: "Sound Design: the Art and Science" Live at AES 2025 S20 E1
Insights In Sound 191 Rick Allen: "Sound Design: the Art and Science" Live at AES 2025 S20 E1 Recorded live at the AES Convention in Long Beach, our panel on sound design with Rick Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights In Sound 190 Suzy Shinn, Producer/Engineer S19 E10
Insights In Sound 190 Suzy Shinn, Producer/Engineer S19 E10 A phrase that comes to mind when talking with Suzy Shinn is "wise beyond her years." A multi-talented, intuitive artist, songwriter, producer and engineer, she's cranked out more work before the age of 30 than many artists have created…
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Insights In Sound 189 - Steve Genewick, Audio Engineer S19 E8
Insights In Sound 189 - Steve Genewick, Audio Engineer S19 E8 From the Beatles to Spinal Tap, his discography reads like the racks of a record store. With more than two decades as part of the legendary team at Capitol Records, he's got great stories to tell and a remarkably down to earth...
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Insights In Sound 188 - Vanessa Parr, Audio Engineer/Educator S19 E8
Insights In Sound 188 - Vanessa Parr, Audio Engineer/Educator S19 E8 Coming up under legendary engineers and producers including T-Bone Burnett, Ed Cherney, Don Was, and Hal Wilner, Vanessa Parr's credits include projects with Weezer, Dixie Chicks, Elvis Costello, and Elton John, as well as…
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Insights In Sound 187 - Jeff Greenberg, President, Village Studios S19 E7
Insights In Sound 187 - Jeff Greenberg, President, Village Studios S19 E7 We got together with Village Studios president Jeff Greenberg to talk about the studio's rich history, as well as his own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights In Sound 186 - Susan Rogers, Engineer/Producer/Musicologist S19 E6
Insights In Sound 186 - Susan Rogers, Engineer/Producer/Musicologist S19 E6 She spent nearly a decade as engineer for some of Prince's biggest hits and went on to produce epic recordings for artists including Barenaked Ladies, David Byrne, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Tevin Campbell, and Michael Penn,...
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Insights In Sound 185 - Josh Rogosin, Audio Engineer / Documentarian
Insights In Sound 185 - Josh Rogosin, Audio Engineer / Documentarian His unique approach to capturing musical performances, born out of a journalism background, helped to define the sound of NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts, and he has since captured musicians worldwide through his Global Sound Concerts....
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Insights In Sound 184 - Neil Citron, Musician / Engineer S19 E4
Insights In Sound 184 - Neil Citron, Musician / Engineer S19 E4 He's a musician's musician, a true behind the scenes mensch who has delivered from the trenches for decades, from recordings with Steve Vai, Steve Lukather, and Larry Carlton to coaching actors including Meryl Streep and working on...
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Insights in Sound 183 - Mick Guzauski
Insights in Sound 183 - Mick Guzauski - S19 E3 Few people have mixed the sheer diversity of musical genres as Mick Guzauski. From Daft Punk, Mariah Carey, and Eric Clapton to Michael Jackson, Prince, and Talking Heads, his discography reads like a who's who of modern music. We caught up with him…
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Insights In Sound 182 - David Morgan, Live Sound Professional S19 E2
Insights In Sound - David Morgan, Live Sound Professional S19 E2 His touring resume is a who's who of musical legends - Paul Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Cher, Carole King, Whitney Houston, Doobie Brothers, and so many more. Welcoming our old friend David Morgan back to the show. Learn more...
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Insights In Sound 181 - Jan Landy, Soundbroker
Jan Landy is a classic example of this show's tagline, "people you may not know, but you should,." Another music industry veteran with a pinball career, he's done anything and everything except for leading a boring life, and his stories are all over the map. Buckle in and hang on for a hilarious...
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Insights In Sound 180 - Peter Doell, Mastering Engineer
Insights In Sound - Peter Doell, Mastering Engineer S18 E10 He's a golden ears mastering engineer and beloved member of the L.A. audio community, as well as the creator and curator of the legendary L.A. Pro Audio Lunch Bunch. We finally managed to sit down with the one and only Peter Doell, and…
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Insights In Sound 179 - Bob Clearmountain, Audio Engineer
Insights In Sound - Bob Clearmountain, Audio Engineer S18 E9 From Springsteen to Stones to Roxy Music and so many more, he's run the faders for some of the era's most legendary recordings. We sat down with Bob Clearmountain at the new Mix This! FTA (From The Ashes) studio. Learn more about your…
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Insights In Sound 178- Robert Scovill at the Sphere Las Vegas
Insights In Sound 178- Robert Scovill at the Sphere Las Vegas We met up with our old pal Robert Scovill at the Sphere to see, hear, and talk about the innovations and challenges of mixing in one of today's more unique immersive environments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Insights In Sound 177 - Malcolm Toft, Co-founder, Trident Audio Designs
Insights In Sound 177 - Malcolm Toft, Co-founder, Trident Audio Designs Our salute to Trident continues as we chat with Malcolm Toft, employee number one at Trident Studios and the designer of the legendary Trident consoles. In an era where the music industry was changing by leaps and bounds,...
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Insights In Sound 175 - Sam Berkow - Acoustician/Innovator
Insights In Sound 175 - Sam Berkow - Acoustician/Innovator He's been behind the design of some legendary concert halls and venues, as well as the creation of the SMAART system of predictive analysis used by multitudes of audio engineers worldwide.We caught up with Sam at the InfoComm Show in...
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Insights In Sound 174 - Kathleen Wirt, Studio Owner / Entrepreneur
Simply put, there is nothing trifling about Kathleen Wirt. Running the legendary 4th Street Studios in Santa Monica for 35 years, she's seen it all and then some. And yet she continues to be passionate about music and the arts, and curious about the human condition. It's a fascinating…
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Insights In Sound 173 - Benny Rietveld, Bassist/Composer
Benny Rietveld has worn multiple hats over the course of his career. The Utrect-born, Hawaii-raised bassist has played with the likes of Miles Davis, Shiela E, and has been Santana's bassist and musical director for close to 25 years. He caught up at the Hideout Studios in Las Vegas. Learn more...
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Insights In Sound 172 - John Ellis, Engineer/Educator
John Ellis' long and winding road led through performing, recording, engineering, teaching, and then some. Currently one of two main techs at the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, we caught up with him in the midst of customizing a new console for Bob Clearmountain. Learn more about your...
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Insights In Sound 171 - Paula Salvatore, VP/Studio Manager
She's part of the DNA of the legendary Capitol Records studios, as well as a legend in her own right. A rare pleasure to dig deep with the inimitable Paula Salvatore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Insights In Sound 170 - Joe Vezzetti, Studio Tech/Engineer
It takes a special kind of person to keep the tech behind the creativity running. Joe Vezzetti has been the guy behind the scenes for decades. We met up at Cherokee Studios, home of one of the few remaining legendary Trident A Range consoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"Insights in Sound," hosted by Daniel Liston Keller, is the podcast that tells the stories behind the music. Each episode features a candid conversation with a legendary engineer, producer, or innovator, revealing the untold tales from their careers in the music industry.
From the making of classic albums to the invention of groundbreaking audio gear, our guests share the personal stories behind their most iconic work.
This podcast is a journey into the heart of music production, exploring the passion, creativity, and technical genius that go into every recording. You'll hear about the late-night studio sessions, the creative breakthroughs, and the collaborative spirit that defines the world of professional audio. "Insights in Sound" is more than just a technical podcast; it's a celebration of the human stories that make music magical.
If you're fascinated by the history of music and the creative process, this podcast is for you.
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