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Play That Rock n‘ Roll
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A podcast that takes a look back at the albums, artists, and stories of the classic rock era. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.
Episodes
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Ep 112: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 7: Jimmy Buffett in the 2000s (2000 - 2010)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the seventh part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover Jimmy's triumphant…
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David Lee Roth's DISASTROUS 2026 Tour Grinds to a Halt (Stream Highlights)
Play That Rock n' Roll is proud to present our discussion about David Lee Roth's ill-fated 2026 Tour. For this I am joined by the hosts of the DLR CAST, Darren Paltrowitz and Steve Roth. In this conversation, Darren and Steve discuss what went wrong with Dave on this tour, and how that fits in…
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Ep 111: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 6: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '90s (1997 - 2000)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the sixth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the two albums he…
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Top Ten POLITICAL Songs by Bruce Springsteen (Stream Highlights)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's countdown of the Top Ten *POLITICAL* Songs from Bruce Springsteen! To do this, we are joined by the host of "Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast", Jesse Jackson! In this conversation, we talk about our favorite songs Bruce Springsteen that feature...
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Ep 110: Interview w/ DARREN HILL of RED ROCKERS ("It's In Our Blood")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with DARREN HILL the bassist of RED ROCKERS, about the band's new LIVE album, "IT'S IN OUR BLOOD". This live album (and concert film) comes from a special reunion show Red Rockers played in 2023, which was their first time playing together in nearly 40...
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Top Ten **Non-Led Zeppelin** Songs by JIMMY PAGE (Stream Highlights)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's countdown of the Top Ten Non-Led Zeppelin Songs from Jimmy Page! To do this, we are joined by the host of the "Performance Anxiety" podcast, Marc Shea! In this conversation, we talk about our favorite songs from Jimmy Page's catalog... outside of Led Zeppelin! So...
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Interview with STANLEY KARR of "Wrestling With Heart" (Stream Highlights)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author/podcaster Stanley Karr. Stanley visited our livestream to promote his new book "CHAMPIONS FOR A CAUSE". In this conversation, we talk about what motivated Stanley to launch his podcast, some of the notable pro-wrestlers he's interviewed, and...
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LIVE: Top Ten Songs by the STEVE MILLER BAND (Stream Highlights)
Here is the edited version of my debut livestream, in which I am joined by my friend Chris to run through our lists of the Top Ten Songs by the STEVE MILLER BAND. Our links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep 109: Interview w/ DEAN DELRAY (Host of "Let There Be Talk")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with comedian & podcaster DEAN DELRAY. Dean visited the show to discuss his *final* all-star tribute concert to Bon Scott, and his debut comedy special "5836". In this conversation, we talk about Dean's longstanding fandom of Bon Scott and AC/DC, and how...
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Ep 108: Interview w/ DEBORA IYALL of ROMEO VOID ("Romeo Void: Live '81 - '85")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with DEBORA IYALL the lead singer of ROMEO VOID, about the band's new album, "LIVE '81 - '85". "Romeo Void: Live '81 - '85" is being released on vinyl as part of Record Store Day 2026. In this conversation, we talk about some of the most memorable gigs...
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Ep 107: Interview w/ MICHAEL DES BARRES ("POWER MAD: Live at the Spectrum")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with MICHAEL DES BARRES about the first ever LIVE album from THE POWER STATION, the super-group he fronted in 1985 after original lead singer Robert Palmer stepped away. "POWER MAD: The Power Station Live at the Spectrum" is being released on vinyl as…
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Ep 106: Why I'm Glad There Won't Be a LETHAL WEAPON 5
This is my retrospective of the iconic LETHAL WEAPON film franchise, as well as my arguments for why a fifth film is not needed (or wanted!). In this special episode, we talk about what makes these movies work, and why the challenges of making a fifth movie are simply too much to overcome at this...
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Ep 105: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 5: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '90s (1990 - 1996)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the fifth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the three albums he...
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Ep 104: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 4: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '80s (1985 - 1989)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the fourth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the four albums he...
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Ep 103: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 3: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '80s (1980 - 1984)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the third part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the four albums he…
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BONUS: Celebrating Milestones & Talkin' Springsteen with Jesse Jackson (Host of "Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast")
In this bonus episode, I am joined by podcaster Jesse Jackson to celebrate his tenth anniversary of hosting Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast (and myself hitting 100 episodes), and then talk about some of the big news for Bruce Springsteen in 2025. Set Lusting Bruce:...
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Ep 102: Interview w/ STAN BUSH ("BORN FOR BATTLE" available NOW!)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with STAN BUSH, the man behind iconic '80s soundtrack anthems like "The Touch", "Dare", "Fight to Survive", and "Never Surrender"! In this conversation, we talk about two of the most important people he works with when recording music, how those...
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Ep 101: Interview w/ STU COOK (of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with STU COOK, legendary bassist of Creedence Clearwater Revival! Stu visited the show to promote an album he recorded (called "JACKDAWG") along with John McFee and Keith Knudson from The Doobie Brothers. In this conversation, we talk about how JACKDAWG...
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Ep 100: Interview w/ NICK PRUEHER (co-host of FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's 100th episode (!), which is an interview with comedian Nick Prueher, the co-host of the Found Footage Festival. We begin this interview by talking about what Nick was doing before the Found Footage Fest, which was mainly working at the Late Show with David...
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Ep 99: Interview w/ GARY GRAFF (Editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '80s")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Gary Graff, editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '80s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide"! In this conversation, we talk about some of the major musical trends of the ‘80s and how Gary felt about them in his early days as a music journalist. And...
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BONUS: ROCKNPOD 2025 Recap
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's recap ROCKNPOD 2025 in Nashville, TN. In this video, I discuss how the convention went on Saturday, April 12th, and what I did with my free time on Friday & Sunday. The purpose of this video is to give the listener an idea of what this weekend looks like for an...
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Ep 98: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ ROBERT FLEISCHMAN, JEANNE BASONE & TOM ZUTAUT
This is the final part of Play That Rock n' Roll's coverage of ROCKNPOD 2025, and this episode features three guest interviews. The first is with singer/songwriter ROBERT FLEISCHMAN. The second is with JEANNE BASONE aka "Hollywood" from GLOW. And the third is with A&R man TOM ZUTAUT. In the first...
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Ep 97: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ BILLY SHEEHAN & BRIAN FORSYTHE
This is the second part of Play That Rock n' Roll's coverage of ROCKNPOD 2025, and this episode features two guest interviews. The first is with bass player extraordinaire, BILLY SHEEHAN! The second is with BRIAN "DAMAGE" FORSYTHE, the lead guitarist and founding member of KIX! In the first...
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Ep 96: WARREN ZEVON inducted to the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME | Reactions from George Gruel, Anita Gevinson, & CM Kushins
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's special FULL TEAM COVERAGE of the announcement stating that WARREN ZEVON is a 2025 inductee for the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME! This roundtable discussion features Chad Kushins (author of NOTHING'S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon), former radio host Anita…
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Ep 95: ROCKNPOD 2025: Panel Discussion on "Y&T: ON WITH THE SHOW" | Interview w/ Mark White
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with MARK WHITE, the co-director of the "Y&T: ON WITH THE SHOW" (2019) documentary. This was one of the panel discussions that were held on the Main Stage at ROCKNPOD 2025. In this conversation, Mark tells us about how he got connected with Y&T, why he...
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Ep 94: Interview w/ CM KUSHINS (Author of "BEAST: John Bonham and The Rise of Led Zeppelin")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author C.M. Kushins about his book "BEAST: John Bonham and The Rise of Led Zeppelin". In this conversation, we talk about why he wanted to write about John Bonham, how Chad navigated the myths and legends that surround Led Zeppelin, and what sets…
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BONUS: Discussing Jimmy Buffett with Stephanie Myers (Host of Songfacts Podcast)
Here is my full conversation with podcaster Stephanie Myers about her perspective on one of Jimmy Buffett's best albums -- "Son of a Son of a Sailor" (1978). Clips of this conversation were used in Part 2 of "A Podcast Looks at Jimmy" (Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on Jimmy Buffett). A...
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Ep 93: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 2: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '70s (1975 - 1979)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the second part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover a soundtrack he recorded...
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Ep 92: Interview w/ JOHN KINSNER of LABYRINTH IN CONCERT
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Founder and CEO of Black Ink Presents, John Kinsner! John visited the show to discuss his production, "LABYRINTH IN CONCERT"! In this conversation, we talk about how John got Black Ink Presents started, and the type of shows they produce, including…
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Ep 91: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 1: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '70s (1970 - 1974)
"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the first part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover his early life as a…
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Ep 90: Interview w/ DAVID PENZER (Author of "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 2") ft. AAron Camaro from Decibel Geek podcast
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with former TNA Ring Announcer David Penzer about his new book, "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 2: The XWF, TNA and Life After Wrestling". And as an added bonus, we are joined by a special guest co-host: AAron Camaro from the Decibel Geek podcast! We discuss...
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Ep 89: Interview w/ COREY SPECTOR of MARGARITAS IN PARADISE
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Corey Spector! Corey visited the show to discuss his Jimmy Buffett tribute show, "MARGARITAS IN PARADISE"! In this conversation, we talk about what fans can expect at a Margaritas In Paradise show, how they pick the setlist, and what Jimmy’s music...
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BONUS: Discussing Bob Seger with Brian Colburn (Host of My Weekly Mixtape Podcast)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's full conversation with podcaster Brian Colburn about his perspective on two of Bob Seger's best album: "Stranger In Town" (1978) and "Against the Wind" (1980). Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's two-part retrospective on Bob Seger.…
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Ep 88: Bob Seger, Part Two: "Rockstar Era" (1980 - 2024)
This is Part TWO of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary career of BOB SEGER. In this episode, we cover the commercial heyday of the Silver Bullet Band, Bob's foray into the MTV era, and what he has been up to in recent years. We also discuss some major pop culture events…
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Ep 87: Bob Seger, Part One: "Early Seger" (1966 - 1979)
This is Part One of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary career of BOB SEGER. In this episode, we cover the early days of "The Bob Seger System", Bob's breakthrough live album, and the start of one of the best "hot streaks" of releases in Classic Rock history. We also…
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Ep 86: Interview w/ MICHAEL DES BARRES ("IT'S ONLY ROCK N'ROLL" available NOW!)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Michael Des Barres! Michael visited the show to discuss new glam rock covers album, "IT'S ONLY ROCK N' ROLL"! In this conversation, we talk about what drove him to release a new album, and the songs he selected for it. He also shares his memories of...
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Ep 85: Interview w/ MIKE REILLY of PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE ("BACK ON TRACK" available NOW!)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mike Reilly, longtime member and now owner/manager of PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE! Mike visited the show to discuss the band's first album in nearly twenty years, "BACK ON TRACK"! In this conversation, we discuss what motivated them to release a new album,...
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Ep 84: Interview w/ GARY GRAFF ("501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '90s" & "TRAVELIN' MAN")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Gary Graff, editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '90s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide and the co-author of "TRAVELIN' MAN: On the Road & Behind the Scenes with Bob Seger"! In this conversation, we discuss both books. First we talk about how the...
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Ep 83: Discussing '80s Horror Movie Soundtracks with JORDAN RUMSEY (aka "CantBuyMe80s")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with '80 Influencer / Content Creator, Jordan Rumsey aka CantBuyMe80s on Tiktok & Instagram! In this conversation, we celebrate the Halloween season by counting down the best '80s Horror Movie Soundtracks! We also discuss Jordan's success on social…
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Ep 82: Interview w/ MICK STRAWN (Author of "BEHIND THE SCREAMS: The Dream Masters Revealed")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mick Strawn, author of "BEHIND THE SCREAMS: The Dream Masters Revealed"! In this conversation, Mick's work as a Production Designer on films like A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, Breakin' 2:...
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Ep 81: Interview w/ SCOTT SHEA (Author of "ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Scott Shea, author of "ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN: How The Mamas & The Papas Came Together and Broke Apart"! In this conversation, we talk about why Scott wanted to write a book about The Mamas & The Papas, his research process, what he thinks of each...
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Ep 80: Interview w/ DAVID MORRELL (Author of "FIRST BLOOD", "LAST REVEILLE", etc.)
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with legendary author DAVID MORRELL! David is most well-known for his 1972 debut novel, "FIRST BLOOD", which was adapted into the film starring Sylvester Stallone in 1982. David has also written THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE, CREEPERS, LAST REVEILLE, and...
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Ep 79: Discussing the BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise with MATHEW BUCK (Host of "FILM BRAIN" channel)
To celebrate the release BEVERLY HILLS COP: AXEL F on Netflix, Play That Rock n' Roll is joined by Mathew Buck (Host of the Film Brain YouTube channel) for a conversation about the entire BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise. In this conversation, we discussed what works in each of the four films (and…
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BONUS: Discussing "Born in the USA" with Jesse Jackson (Host of SET LUSTING BRUCE: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast)
Here is our full conversation with podcaster Jesse Jackson about his perspective on Bruce Springsteen's landmark 1984 album, "Born in the USA". Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on "Born in the USA". Full episode here:...
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BONUS: Discussing "Born in the USA" with Ryan White (Author of "SPRINGSTEEN: ALBUM BY ALBUM")
Here is our full conversation with author Ryan White about his perspective on Bruce Springsteen's landmark 1984 album, "Born in the USA". Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on "Born in the USA". Full episode here:...
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Ep 78: BORN IN THE USA: Myths and Misinterpretations
This is Play That Rock 'n Roll's retrospective on Bruce Springsteen's iconic hit song, "BORN IN THE USA". In this special episode, we dive deep into the meaning behind the lyrics in the song, how the song has been misappropriated over the years, it's tenuous connection to the RAMBO film series…
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Ep 77: Interview w/ DAVID PENZER (Author of "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 1") ft. AAron Camaro from Decibel Geek podcast
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with former WCW Ring Announcer David Penzer about his new book, "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 1: WCW". And as an added bonus, we are joined by a special guest co-host: AAron Camaro from the Decibel Geek podcast! In this conversation, we discussed why David...
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Ep 76: Interview w/ MIKE DETERMAN & TOM ROSY (Directors of "BEHIND THE BUCKET")
May the 4th be with you! This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mike Determan and Tom Rosy, the co-directors of the new documentary, "BEHIND THE BUCKET". "Behind the Bucket" is a documentary about the Midwest Garrison of the 501st Legion, which is a community of dedicated Star Wars fans...
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Ep 75: Interview w/ JOSEPH WOOTEN of the STEVE MILLER BAND
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with the longtime keyboardist of the Steve Miller Band, JOSEPH WOOTEN! In this conversation, we talk about how Joseph got started in the music industry, how he joined the Steve Miller Band, what it was like working with the legendary Sonny Charles, and...
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Ep 74: Interview w/ ANITA GEVINSON (Author of "YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO")
This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Anita Gevinson about her book "YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO... My Wild Rock 'N' Roll Life", which includes an account of her relationship with songwriter Warren Zevon. In this conversation, we talk about why Anita decided to write the book…
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A podcast that takes a look back at the albums, artists, and stories of the classic rock era. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.
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