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Let Me Be Frank Podcast
by Simon Houston
Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!
Episodes
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Frankly Speaking: Celtic Have ENDED Hearts’ Title Challenge | It’s a Two-Horse Race Now
Frank McAvennie reacts to a huge weekend in the title race after Celtic thrashed Hearts 7-1 while Rangers were held to a 2-2 draw by Dundee. Macca believes that result has effectively ended Hearts’ title challenge and says the race has now been reduced to Celtic and Rangers. Was the Hearts...
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Matt McGlone: Celts for Change Then, Celtic Protests Now | What Must Happen Next?
Who really owns Celtic? How much influence does Dermot Desmond actually have? And can supporters force meaningful change at the club again? This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston are joined by Matt McGlone, one of the leading figures in the Celts for Change movement that...
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Frankly Speaking: CARTER-VICKERS WAS RIGHT TO QUESTION O’NEILL! | Celtic’s Huge Week Ahead
Frank McAvennie is back with another Frankly Speaking ahead of a massive week for Celtic. Macca believes Cameron Carter-Vickers was right to question Martin O’Neill’s approach and has plenty to say about Celtic’s tactics and team selection ahead of huge games against Benfica and Hearts. Why isn’t...
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From Celtic to the Cops… and a Kickabout with Zico! | Lex Baillie
Former Celtic defender Lex Baillie joins Frank and Simon for a brilliant look back at an extraordinary life in football and beyond. Part of Celtic’s Centenary Double-winning squad, Lex went from professional footballer to Police Chief Inspector, while also growing up as the son of renowned…
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Frankly Speaking: Frank & Simon CLASH Over Celtic Fan Protest | Shareholders Could Be LOCKED OUT of AGM
Things get heated on this week’s Frankly Speaking as Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston clash over the Celtic supporters’ tennis ball protest against Dermot Desmond at St Andrews. Was it a step too far, or have frustrated supporters finally found a protest the Celtic hierarchy can’t ignore? It...
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Andy McLaren: “Failing a Drugs Test Saved My Life”
Former Dundee United and Scotland star Andy McLaren joins Simon and Frank for one of the most honest and powerful conversations we’ve had on Let Me Be Frank. Andy opens up about childhood trauma, alcohol and drug addiction and the moment his football career appeared to come crashing down when he...
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Frankly Speaking: “Celtic Have Sold Out!” Frank Rages Over Oasis at Paradise on Lions Anniversary
Frank McAvennie is raging over Celtic Park being handed over to Oasis during the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Lisbon Lions. With Oasis playing at Paradise on May 25, exactly 60 years after Celtic lifted the European Cup in Lisbon, Macca says the club has “sold out” and questions how…
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The Man Behind The Opinions | The Other Side of Ewen Cameron
Ewen Cameron joins Simon and Frank for one of the most personal and moving conversations we’ve had on Let Me Be Frank. Known as one of the loudest and most opinionated voices in Scottish football, Ewen reveals the very different story behind the public persona, speaking candidly about some of the...
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Frankly Speaking: Is Martin O’Neill Ready To WALK? | Has Celtic Already Chosen His Successor?
Three games. Three defeats. Celtic have followed up a 3-0 League Cup defeat to Rangers with a 3-1 Europa League loss to Ferencváros and another derby defeat, going down 1-0 at Celtic Park today. Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston react to another damaging afternoon for Celtic and ask the biggest...
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World Champion Pat Clinton: How Billy McNeill Brought Me In To Toughen Up Celtic
Former world champion Pat Clinton joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a brilliant look back at an extraordinary life in boxing. The former British, European and WBO world flyweight champion reveals how Celtic legend Billy McNeill brought him into the club to help toughen up his players…
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Frankly Speaking: “Those Empty Shirts Aren’t Playing For Martin!” | Rangers 3-0 Celtic Reaction
Frank McAvennie reacts to a disastrous afternoon for Celtic after Rangers ran out 3-0 winners at Ibrox to dump their rivals out of the League Cup. Macca pulls no punches, saying Celtic were bullied, outfought and outplayed and questioning whether some of the players are really playing for Martin...
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Celtic’s James Bond: Pelé Praise and Ibrox Glory | Brian O’Neil
The name’s O’Neil. Brian O’Neil. The former Celtic and Scotland player joins Simon and Frank for a brilliant look back at a remarkable career. Brian recalls starring for Scotland at the 1989 FIFA Under-16 World Championship, scoring the semi-final winner against a Portugal side featuring Luis…
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Frankly Speaking: Poundshop VAR Is Embarrassing Scotland | Frank’s Ibrox Prediction & Shankland Blow
Frank McAvennie is back with his latest Frankly Speaking as he gives his prediction ahead of the big clash at Ibrox. Macca discusses the huge loss of Lawrence Shankland and what his absence could mean, before turning his attention to Scottish football’s latest VAR controversy. Frank is far from...
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Michael Stewart on Fergie, Roy Keane, Hearts & His Bizarre Hampden Ban
Former Hearts captain and Scotland international Michael Stewart joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating and typically forthright look back at his life in football. Michael reveals the extraordinary story behind his ban from Hampden following his criticism of Scottish…
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Frankly Speaking: Tell Rangers Where To Stick Their 300 Tickets! | Three Days To Save Their Transfer Window
Frank McAvennie reacts to Rangers offering Celtic just 300 tickets for the League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox. Should Celtic reject the allocation completely, and would accepting it risk making token away supports the new normal in Old Firm games? Macca also looks at Celtic’s extraordinary summer...
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Frank: “I Don’t Believe Martin O’Neill Is Picking That Celtic Team”
Frank reacts to Celtic’s horror show in Austria and reveals why he doesn’t believe Martin O’Neill is the man picking the team. He calls it the worst Celtic performance in Europe he can remember and tears into the alarming lack of leadership on and off the pitch. We’re also joined by journalist…
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Frankly Speaking: NUNO, WALK AWAY! Frank Wants Eddie Howe at West Ham | Celtic’s £40m Jackpot?
Frank McAvennie blows his top as the crisis deepens at his former club West Ham, telling Nuno Espírito Santo it’s time to walk away and revealing why Eddie Howe is the man he wants to replace him. Macca also questions whether Jarrod Bowen is the right man to lead the Hammers and believes Arne...
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Tam Cowan’s Brutal and Hilarious Crowd Put-Downs 😂
Tam Cowan looks forward to hitting the road around Scotland this September and gives us a taste of the brutal and hilarious put-downs awaiting anyone brave enough to sit near the front! He always buys his victims a drink afterwards… but admits there’s no chance he would ever risk a front-row seat...
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Navid Meets Macca! Still Game, Celtic & World Cup Heartbreak with Sanjeev Kohli
Still Game legend Sanjeev Kohli joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a hilarious conversation about becoming Navid, life behind the scenes in Craiglang and his lifelong love of Celtic. Sanjeev recalls the unforgettable night he introduced the Lisbon Lions, reveals how his family’s Glasgow...
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Frankly Speaking: Celtic MUST Get Full Ibrox Stand & Rangers Must Pay For Policing
Frank McAvennie says Celtic MUST be given the full away stand at Ibrox for their League Cup clash with Rangers and believes the Gers should foot the bill for the policing required. Macca also looks ahead to Celtic’s huge Champions League qualifier against LASK and predicts Celtic Park will be…
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Irvine Welsh: Trainspotting, Hibs, West Ham & Everything In Between
To mark the 30th anniversary of Trainspotting, Irvine Welsh joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a special episode of Let Me Be Frank. Ahead of appearing on stage with the cast in Edinburgh on Friday night, Irvine looks back on the phenomenon that became Trainspotting and its incredible...
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Høgh’s The Daddy! Celtic’s New No.9 Arrives | Can Rangers Recover?
Høgh’s the daddy! Kasper Høgh announced himself in style with a stunning first-half hat-trick as Celtic demolished Kilmarnock 5-1 away from home. Frank McAvennie gives his verdict on Celtic’s new striker and what his explosive start could mean for Martin O’Neill’s side this season. Meanwhile,...
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Archie MacPherson: Scotland’s Golden Years… and the Sadness of Watching Our Decline
Archie MacPherson reflects on an extraordinary career covering Scottish football’s greatest players, managers and moments. From the glory years of the national team to unforgettable World Cups, Archie shares stories from a lifetime behind the microphone. He also speaks candidly about the sadness…
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The REAL Reason Mo Johnston Joined Rangers
Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston revisit one of the biggest moments in Scottish football history. Why did Mo Johnston really swap Celtic for Rangers? Bill McMurdo reveals what was happening behind the scenes and explains why one of football’s most controversial transfers unfolded the way it did....
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Didier Agathe: The Celtic Years, the Nou Camp Chapel & Scotland Cap Chat
Didier Agathe joins Simon Houston and Frank McAvennie to relive one of the greatest eras in Celtic’s modern history under Martin O’Neill. The former fans’ favourite reflects on winning trophies, reaching the UEFA Cup Final in Seville and playing in a team packed with legends including Henrik...
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Frankly Speaking: Høgh In, But Celtic’s Work Has Only Just Begun
Celtic have landed Kasper Høgh, and Frank believes they’ve finally got the strike force they set out to build this summer. But while the new front line looks exciting, he argues the squad is still far from complete and several key signings are needed before the transfer window closes. The lads…
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Bobby Madden Opens Up On VAR, Celtic v Rangers, World Cup Chaos & Refereeing Messi & Ronaldo
Former top referee Bobby Madden joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for an honest look behind the whistle. Bobby reflects on following Scotland at the World Cup in the United States, witnessing one of the worst refereeing performances he’s ever seen at the highest level, and explains why he...
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Frankly Speaking: Celtic’s Transfer Crisis | Souness For Scotland? & Kevin Keegan Tribute
On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Simon Houston and Frank McAvennie tackle the biggest stories in Scottish football. With 13 players having left Celtic and only one new signing arriving, supporters are running out of patience. As Flag Day and the Champions League play-off draw ever closer, Frank…
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Murdo MacLeod: Celtic Glory, German Success… and the Fight for His Life
Murdo MacLeod joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating conversation reflecting on one of Scottish football’s most remarkable careers. From the unforgettable 1979 title triumph and a trophy-laden spell with Celtic to winning silverware in Germany with Borussia Dortmund, Murdo…
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Frankly Speaking: Will Celtic Lose CalMac? Macca Drops Bombshell...
Frank McAvennie fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a life-changing move to Saudi Arabia and explains why Celtic may struggle to keep hold of some of their biggest stars.Simon Houston and Frank also discuss whether Martin O'Neill will challenge Dermot Desmond or simply back the Celtic...
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JOE MILLER’S BIG ANNOUNCEMENT | What The Hoops Really Mean
Joe Miller joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a brilliant conversation covering Celtic, Scotland and one very special announcement. Joe reveals exciting plans for his incredible football shirt collection and explains why now is the right time to share it with supporters. He and Frank…
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Frankly Speaking: Iheanacho Signed? CalMac Saudi Fear & Forget Ferguson To Rangers
On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston discuss the latest Celtic, Rangers and Scottish football headlines. Macca claims Kelechi Iheanacho may already have signed on for another year, while also admitting he fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a move to…
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Roy Aitken: This Is The New Scotland Manager
Scotland’s World Cup campaign is over, Steve Clarke has stepped down, and attention has already turned to the biggest decision Scottish football has faced in years. Joining Simon and Frank is former Scotland captain and World Cup veteran Roy Aitken, who knows exactly what it takes to represent…
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Frankly Speaking: Don’t Blame Steve Clarke | Ange Would Get Scotland Hammered | Celtic Need Players
On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie gives an emotional defence of Steve Clarke following Scotland’s World Cup exit and subsequent resignation. Frank believes Clarke has been unfairly criticised, arguing the Scotland manager was let down by players who failed to take their chances or...
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Darren Jackson: Gazza, Brazil and Stopping the Ten
This week on Let Me Be Frank, former Scotland striker Darren Jackson joins Frank and Simon for a brilliant trip through one of Scottish football’s most fascinating careers. Darren relives lining up against Brazil on the biggest stage of all at the 1998 World Cup and gives his verdict on…
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This Is Clarke’s Best XI | Is Dermot Desmond Recruiting Players Himself?
On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston tackle two of the biggest talking points in Scottish football. Is Dermot Desmond taking a more hands-on role in Celtic’s recruitment? With questions continuing over transfers and decision-making behind the scenes, Frank asks who’s...
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Charlie Nicholas & Frank McAvennie: How Scotland Beat Morocco | Champagne, Curfews & Celtic
Charlie Nicholas joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a special episode of Let Me Be Frank. With Scotland’s World Cup hopes on the line, Charlie and Frank look ahead to the crucial clash with Morocco and debate the formation Steve Clarke should use as the national team chase a place in the...
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Frankly Speaking: KT HAS TO PLAY! | Drop Shankland? McInnes & Celtic Contract Row
On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston debate Scotland’s best way forward after the win over Haiti. Should Steve Clarke stick with Lawrence Shankland, or is it time to play Che Adams as a lone striker? Frank also explains why Scotland must find a way to get both Kieran...
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Graeme Sharp: Mexico ‘86, Maradona & Scotland’s Goalscorers
LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Paisley/Peter-Scarf-Social-Club/Let-Me-Be-Frank-Podcast/4246273 This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie…
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Frankly Speaking: Why Won’t Celtic Announce Martin O’Neill? | Craig Gordon’s Bombshell Post
LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Paisley/Peter-Scarf-Social-Club/Let-Me-Be-Frank-Podcast/4246273 Martin O’Neill is reportedly heading back to...
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Alan Rough: Three World Cups, Jock Stein & Scotland's Greatest Goalkeepers
🎙️ LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/e/42462736 This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston are joined by Scottish football legend…
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Frankly Speaking: Shankland Should Be Rangers Captain 😳 | Fletcher Fury & Keane Rumours
Frank and Simon tackle another huge week of football talking points. Frank gives his verdict on Lawrence Shankland's move to Rangers, backing him to score goals and even suggesting he should become the club's next captain. There's also a strong reaction to the Tyler Fletcher situation, discussion...
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Jason Waddleton’s Tartan Army Guide to Boston 🇺🇸 | World Cup Special
🏆 We’ve been shortlisted for Spotify Listeners’ Choice at the Scottish Podcast Awards! If you enjoy the podcast and want to support us, we’d hugely appreciate your vote ❤️👇 https://scottishpodcastawards.scot/spotify-listeners-choice-shortlist/ 🎙️ LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and…
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Paul McStay on Celtic Unity, Tommy Burns & the Spirit of 1988 🍀
Paul McStay joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a special episode reflecting on Celtic’s famous centenary season and the spirit that drove the club to a historic double in 1988. Paul calls for that same unity once again as he urges supporters to back the Season Ticket Alliance and…
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Frank Names His Next Celtic Boss 👀 Shankland to Rangers & Celtic Clearout
Frank and Simon react to a huge week of Celtic talking points following the title-winning campaign. Frank reveals who he wants as the next Celtic manager and explains why he believes Robbie Keane is not yet ready for the Parkhead job. There’s also debate around Lawrence Shankland’s move to…
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Peter Grant | Better Than Seville? 🍀 Hearts Need to Stop Moaning - The Best Team Won The League
Peter Grant joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston after Celtic’s incredible title triumph following one of the wildest races in years. With Martin O’Neill returning under huge pressure and somehow dragging Celtic over the line, the big question is raised: Was this actually a greater achievement...
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St Martin the Miracle Man 🍀 Celtic Win the League in Chaos | Frankly Speaking
Celtic are champions after a dramatic final day victory over Hearts, and Frank and Simon react to all the title-winning chaos 🍀 Frank hails Martin O’Neill as “St Martin the Miracle Man”, joking he’ll personally take him to Rome to meet the Pope and get him a sainthood after somehow guiding…
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Andy Ritchie: Scotland’s Forgotten Genius | Second Only to Rossi in Europe
🏆 SHORTLISTED! Let Me Be Frank has been shortlisted for Spotify Listeners’ Choice at the Scottish Podcast Awards. If you’ve enjoyed the football, the stories, the guests and Frank talking over Simon for the last year or so, we’d genuinely love your vote ❤️ It only takes a minute and every vote...
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Rangers Torn Apart 😳 Frank Changes His Mind on the Title Race | Frankly Speaking
Frank and Simon react after Celtic’s huge 3–1 win over Rangers completely changes the title picture. After weeks of doubting Celtic, Frank finally changes his mind after watching them tear Rangers apart and asks where this performance has been all season. With Rangers now officially out of the...
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Chris Morris: Celtic’s Centenary Season, Ireland Glory & The Fields of Athenry Story
Chris Morris joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston to relive one of the most iconic periods in Celtic’s history. The only ever-present player during the club’s historic centenary season, Chris shares brilliant stories from a title-winning campaign filled with unforgettable characters and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!
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Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up...
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