#330: Dr Iain McGilchrist - The Paradox of Living, Finding Awe & The Mental Health Crisis

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In our second installment of the Small Business Starter Kit series - we’re tackling a topic that’s sometimes tricky, sometimes confusing, but ever-present: taxes. Hosts Austin and Jannese have an insightful conversation with entrepreneur Isabella Rosal who started 7th Sky Ventures , an exporter and distributor of craft spirits, beer, and wine. Having lived and worked in two different countries and started a company in a heavily-regulated field, Isabella is no stranger to navigating the paperwork-laden and jargon-infused maze of properly understanding taxes for a newly formed small business. Join us as she shares her story and provides valuable insight into how to tackle your business’ taxes - so they don’t tackle you. Learn more about how QuickBooks can help you grow your business: QuickBooks.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dr Iain McGilchrist is a former literature scholar at Oxford University before an interest in the mind and body led him to studying medicine, which paved the way for him to become a consultant Psychiatrist. Dr McGilChrist is an associate of Green Templteton College in Oxford, a fellow of the royal college of Psychiatrists, a fellow of the royal society of arts and Iain has also conducted neuroimaging at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. Iain is the author of the Master and his Emissary, a book that I was recommended by Robert Greene. Recently Iain has his latest book; ‘’The matter with things’’, which took him 12 years to write and his almost 600,000 words. The equivalent to 6 PhD Thesis’. In this conversation today, Iain and I discuss the following: 00:00 - Hemispheric Differences 08:30 - The epidemic of mental illness 13:58 - Biohacking, Death & Finding Meaning 30:40 - Meditate On Your Mortality 40:45 - Don't Make Beautiful Things Explicit 46:00 - Know thyself or find flow? 53:30 - What To Do If you feel lost, hopeless and depressed 01:01:45 - Connect with Dr McGilchrist

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#370: John Lennox - Debating Atheism & Proving The Existence of God 43:47

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John Lennox, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University, is an internationally renowned speaker on the interface of science, philosophy and religion. He regularly teaches at many academic institutions, is Senior Fellow with the Trinity Forum and has written a series of books exploring the relationship between science and Christianity. He is President of OCCA The Oxford Centre for Christian ApologeticsIn this episode, Professor John Lennox discusses the relationship between faith and science, reflects on his experiences debating prominent atheists such as Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins, and responds to the atheist argument of why a God would allow suffering. Timestamps:Why Religion & Science Go Hand In Hand 0:00Stephen Hawking Was Wrong About This 05:30Debating Atheists 09:30Questioning Faith 12:50The Problem With Atheism 14:50Debating Richard Dawkins 17:00What Christopher Hitchens Was Really Like 20:00What If You Are Wrong About God? 24:00Reacting To Stephen Fry: "God Is Evil" 30:40Miracles & The Laws of Nature 35:00What Makes Life Worth Living? 42:00More From Professor Lennox: 42:30More from Proffesor Lennox: https://www.johnlennox.org/Links: https://www.youtube.com/freedompacthttps://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#369: Avi Loeb - Harvard Physicist On Evidence Of Interstellar Technology 1:08:25

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Avi Loeb is a Harvard University professor, bestselling author, and expert in astrophysics. He directs Harvard's Institute for Theory and Computation and the Galileo Project. Avi has published 9 books, including 'Extraterrestrial' and 'Interstellar', and over 1,000 scientific papers on topics such as black holes and extraterrestrial life. He directs Harvard's Institute for Theory and Computation and the Galileo Project.In this conversation, Avi Loeb discusses his groundbreaking research on interstellar meteors, particularly focusing on the materials retrieved from a meteor that collided with Earth in 2014. He emphasises the importance of analysing these materials to determine their origins, whether natural or technological. Loeb critiques the scientific community's reluctance to explore unconventional explanations for unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and highlights the challenges he faces in securing funding for his innovative research. He also addresses the role of science popularisers and the need for transparency in scientific inquiry, particularly regarding government-held information about potential extraterrestrial phenomena. We also discuss the implications of potential extraterrestrial intelligence, the relationship between science and religion, and the importance of searching for life beyond Earth. Avi reflects on testimonies regarding non-human intelligence, the societal impact of disclosure, and the need for a cosmic perspective in understanding our place in the universe. Timestamps:Interstellar Meteor Research 02:00Evidence of Alien Technology? 16:00Resistance From The Mainstream 19:00The Problem With Science Popularisers 23:00Will Trump Disclose UFO Files? 31:00Meeting David Grusch 35:22Is the World Ready For Disclosure? 37:00Searching For Extraterrestrial Life 44:20Avi's Challenge To Elon Musk 50:15Possible Life On Mars 53:30Believing In Aliens Vs God 56:00Could Astroid YR4 Collide With Earth? 1:01:00Connect With Avi 1:04:00Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#368: Tim Tactics - Ex Government Insider Reveals UFO & Alien Secrets 1:23:47

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Tim Tactics has an extensive background in the covert European Governance sector, where he worked on projects dedicated to understanding the presence and purpose of extraterrestrial life on Earth. During these projects, he claims to have encountered non-terrestrial life, a reality that, due to recent mainstream coverage, is meeting huge interest world-wide.In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, Tim Tactics discusses the existence of extraterrestrial life, government secrecy surrounding the topic, and the evolving public perception of UFOs. He emphasises the historical context of government interest in extraterrestrial phenomena, the impact of cosmic cycles on human consciousness, and the challenges of skepticism. He also explores the implications of disclosure on society and the intersection of science and spirituality, as well as how the Cold War era set the stage for increased interest in advanced physics and extraterrestrial phenomena, highlighting global collaborations and the role of various nations in preparing for disclosure. Tim also delves into religious perspectives on extraterrestrial life, the future of disclosure, and the significant shifts in consciousness and technology that are expected in the coming years. He shares personal experiences that shaped his understanding of these topics and emphasises the importance of individual perception in creating reality.Chapters00:00 Exploring Extraterrestrial Life03:01 Government Secrecy and Extraterrestrial Knowledge06:13 The Shift in Public Perception09:00 The Role of Cosmic Cycles11:54 Human Perception and Skepticism14:47 The Impact of Disclosure on Society18:07 The Intersection of Science and Spirituality41:44 The Cold War and Extraterrestrial Awareness44:03 Global Collaboration on Advanced Physics and ET Phenomena49:33 Religious Perspectives on Extraterrestrial Life51:10 The Future of Disclosure and Cosmic Shifts01:01:09 The Evolution of Consciousness and Technology01:03:02 Personal Experiences and Entry Points into the ET DiscussionConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com More From Tim: http://www.allshifthappilynow.com…

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#367: Dr David Spiegel - Using Hypnosis For Health, Stress & Pain Management 58:39

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Dr. David Spiegel is a leading expert in psycho-oncology and stress at Stanford University, where he’s been on faculty since 1975. He directs the Center on Stress and Health and the Center for Integrative Medicine. With over 40 years of research in hypnosis, pain control, and psychoneuroendocrinology, he’s published 13 books and 400+ scientific articles. He is also the founder of the Reveri Hypnosis App.Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com Dr Spiegel’s Reveri App: https://www.reveri.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:00 What Is Hypnosis In Practice? 1:00Hypnosis For Focus/Performance 10:50Stage Hypnotists 16:50Test Your Hypnotizability 19:50Hypnotizing Andrew Huberman 22:40Derren Brown 25:00Hypnotizing Yourself 28:00Host Gets Hypnotized Live During Podcast 33:20Misconceptions Around Hypnotism 45:00Hypnosis For Pain Management 47:00Future of Hypnosis 52:00What Makes Life Worth Living? 55:20Connect with Dr Spiegel 57:20…

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#366: Professor Agnes Callard - Is The Examined Life Actually Worth Living? 56:54

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Agnes Callard is professor of philosophy at the University of Chicago, and a public intellectual. She is the author of the new book ‘Open Socrates.’ Timestamps:Contrasting Tolstoy with Socrates 0:00The Tolstoy Problem 03:40Tolstoyan Thinking & The Mental Health Epidemic 06:00 The Reason Behind Tolstoy’s Existential Despair 09:20Should We Examine Our Life? 11:10Reacting To Robert Sapolsky’s Depression 14:00Why is Socrates So Popular? 22:40Socratic Inquire & Daily Life 26:30The Dark Side of Socratic Inquiry 34:00Is The Socratic Life A Tragic One 39:00The Breakdown of Anges’ Marriage & Her Living Arrangements 46:00The Top Modern Philosophers 50:45Agnes’ Book Recommendations 52:10Connect with Agnes 55:40Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.comConnect with Agnes:https://twitter.com/AgnesCallardhttps://amzn.eu/d/9vDiLCU…

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#365: Ian Leslie - Is Lying An Inescapable Part Of Being Human? 46:07

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My guest today is Ian Leslie, a writer on human behaviour and the author of books such as 'Born Liars' and 'Conflicted.' In this conversation, we discuss the nature of lying, its evolutionary significance, and its role in human intelligence. We explores how lying is an inherent part of human behavior and how it can be both beneficial and detrimental in social contexts. We also discuss the importance of disagreement and constructive argumentation in fostering intelligence and understanding as well as navigating political conversations and the need for open dialogue even in the face of differing opinions. Connect with us:⁠www.youtube.com/@FreedomPact (watch all of our content in video form)⁠https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment More from Ian: https://www.ian-leslie.com/ Timestamps:0:00 Intro 01:00 Is Lying A Part Of Human Nature?12:00 Is Lying Always Immoral?17:00 Should We Embrace Disagreement?23:00 The Biggest Mistake People Make When Arguing27:30 How To Be Better At Arguing40:00 Navigating Political Disagreements44:20 Connect With Ian…

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#364: Sahil Bloom - Master These 5 Areas To Live An INCREDIBLE Life 43:21

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Sahil Bloom is an investor, entrepreneur, content creator and best-selling author.In this conversation, Sahil discusses the critical role of relationships in determining long-term health, the negative impact of social media on loneliness, and the importance of harmonizing different types of wealth rather than optimizing them. He introduces the concept of anti-goals, emphasizing the need to identify what one is unwilling to sacrifice in pursuit of success. In this conversation, we discuss the idea of 'enough' in life and the complex relationship between money and happiness.Timestamps:00:00 The conversation that changed Sahil's life forever04:06 Avoid this tragedy in life10:08 Does money buy you freedom?13:50 How To Find Your True NORTH Star21:54 The Fragility of Relationships and Health24:52 Mapping Relationships for Better Connections25:57 The Loneliness Epidemic in Modern Society27:19 The Importance of Relationships for Health28:36 Optimizing vs. Harmonizing Different Types of Wealth31:01 Understanding Anti-Goals33:01 Defining Your Version of Enough37:02 The Relationship Between Money and Happiness40:00 What makes a life worth living?41:30 Connect with Sahil Connect with us:⁠www.youtube.com/@FreedomPact (watch all of our content in video form)⁠https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopmentConnect with Sahil:https://x.com/SahilBloomhttps://www.the5typesofwealth.comhttps://www.wealthscorequiz.com - Take the quiz to see how wealth you are!…

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#363: David Holmes - Harry Potter Stuntman On The Accident That Changed His Life Forever 1:00:47

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David Holmes, a talented stuntman and double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter film franchise, played a pivotal role in bringing J.K. Rowling's iconic story to life on the big screen. He executed some of the most memorable action sequences, including becoming the first person ever to play Quidditch in the Wizarding World. His life took a dramatic turn during a stunt rehearsal for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, when an accident left him with a broken neck and left him paralysed from the chest down. From his beginnings as a junior gymnast to a Hollywood stuntman, David’s journey is a deeply honest story of resilience. Though he lost everything, he discovered new possibilities through love, friendship, and optimism. He later co-created a BAFTA-nominated documentary about his life, and authored the new book "The Boy Who Lived." Timestamps: Intro 0:00 Why David Doesn't Feel Sorry For Himself 1:20 Living In The Present 07:20 Being A Daredevil 10:10 Preparing For A Stuntman Career 18:50 Why Risk Your Life? 25:20 Working On Harry Potter 27:50 Daniel Radcliffe 32:50 Alan Rickman 36:20 Goblet of Fire 38:30 David's Best Stunt 40:50 The Accident 45:20 Finding Gratitude 47:50 A New Life 50:20 What Makes Life Worth Living? 54:50 Connect With David 56:00 For David's book, documentary, podcast & more, head to: linktr.ee/davidholmes83 Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#362: Professor Russell Foster - The New Science Of Improving Your Sleep 1:02:05

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Profesor Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience, Director of the Sir Jules Thorn Sleep And Circadian Neuroscience Institute and Head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society and was awarded a CBE for services to Science. Timestamps: Intro 0:00 New Sleep Research 2:30 Sleep Deprived Politicians 05:30 New Attitude To Sleep 09:30 Night Shift Workers 11:30 How Sleep Effects The Brain 15:00 Reading/Silence Before Bed 22:30 Blue Light Glasses Do Nothing 29:30 Melatonin Is Not A 'Sleep Hormone' 42:20 Do Sleep Trackers Work? 50:00 More From Professor Foster 60:00 Connect with us: ⁠www.youtube.com/@FreedomPact (watch all of our content in video form)⁠ https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#361: Speaking Coach To The Political Elite: How To Become A MASTER Communicator | Michael Chad Hoeppner 1:09:08

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Michael Chad Hoeppner is the Founder and CEO of GK Training, serving some of the world’s most influential companies and leaders across finance, law, tech, and beyond. He teaches communication at Columbia Business School, drawing on a proprietary, kinesthetic-based approach that fosters rapid behavioural change. He has coached an array of distinguished professionals, including US presidential candidates and high-ranking law-firm partners, and his innovative communication drills have reached five continents. Michael earned his MFA from NYU following an initial career as a professional actor on Broadway and in television. In this episode today, you will learn: - The worst communication advice that you've been given - Why trying to 'thought suppress' (e.g., trying not to say um) can hinder effective speaking. - Why communication is a deeply physical activity - Why self-consciousness is a major barrier to good communication & how to overcome it - Why filler language indicates a lack of focus - The importance of posture on breathing and vocal delivery - The 5 P's of communication - What to do if you have an accent to become a greater communicator - Mastering delivery, overcoming nervousness and much more Connect with Michael: https://gktraining.com/michael-chad-hoeppner/ https://dontsayum.com Connect with us: www.youtube.com/@FreedomPact (watch all of our content in video form) https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#360: Lee Holden - Qigong Master: Do These Exercises To Live Longer & Prevent Illness 54:25

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Lee Holden Lee Holden is an internationally celebrated Qi Gong master. He is also a well known television personality who has appeared regularly on PBS. In 2009, he was honored by the International Chi Gong Association. Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Timestamps: Qigong Explained 00:00 Qigong for Longevity 10:00 Qigong for Eyesight 17:00 Living Slowly 23:00 Intimacy & Sexual Energy 36:40 Breathwork 40:50 Wim Hoff 43:00 Qigong for Health 47:00 Follow Along Exercise For Sleep 50:00 A Life Worth Living 52:00…

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#359: Dr Sean O'Mara - The Belly Fat Doctor: Do These 7 Things To SHRED Belly Fat FAST 53:41

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Dr Sean O'Mara, MD is a Physician specialising in optimising human performance. In this conversation today, we discuss what visceral fat is, whay visceral fat is so dangerous and effective strategies for burning it. 00:00 - What visceral fat is 06:01 - how visceral fat influenced the US election 10:54 - What makes a face attractive 24:00 - The best sport to shred visceral fat 29:48 - The dangers of being ‘skinny fat’ 34:45 - When visceral fat starts in life 36:30 - The first thing to do to reduce visceral fat 41:30 - The #1 food to CUT out to burn fat 43:00 - The best diet for shredding fat 44:18 - Why you should not go jogging 45:20 - Sprinting burns belly fat 47:08 - Prolonged fasting shreds fat 49:23 - Two effective supplements for fat loss & reducing inflammation 52:01 - Connect with Dr O’Mara Connect with Dr Sean O’Mara https://drseanomara.com https://x.com/DrSeanOMara Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#358: Dr George Touliatos - How To To Naturally Boost Your Testosterone Levels 39:33

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Dr. George Touliatos is a physician who specialises in biopathology and is a former competitive championship bodybuilder. He is otherwise known as 'Dr Testosterone.'In this episode, we discuss why all men should care about their testosterone levels, dangers of low testosterone, ways to naturally boost your testosterone levels, the effects of alcohol, diet, exercise and sleep on testosterone, and so much more. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 01:20 Why All Men Should Care About Testosterone Levels 03:00 Cardiovascular Disease 04:20 How To Tell If You Have Low Testosterone 06:00 Getting Tested 07:30 Alcohol & Testosterone 09:00 Healthy Levels 10:30 Why Doctors Hate Testosterone 12:55 A Generation of Low Testosterone 13:45 The Biggest Reason For Low Testosterone 16:00Radiation 17:20 Boosting Fertility 18:20 Foods That Ruin Testosterone Levels 20:50 Sleep & Routine 25:00 Weights Vs Cardio 28:50 Top 5 Exercises 30:20 Testosterone Therapy 34:50 Supplements For Men 37:45 Connect With Dr T Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment…

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#357: Hospice Nurse Penny - What Caring For The Dying Taught Me About Living & Life After Death 45:43

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Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice nurse with more than 17 years experience of looking after the dying. In this conversation, hospice nurse Penny discusses the taboo surrounding death, the impact of COVID-19 on public discourse about dying, and her personal journey with death anxiety. She shares insights from her experiences with patients, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and communication at the end of life. Penny also explores the signs of active dying and the profound moments she has witnessed, including the ability of some individuals to choose when to pass away. The conversation concludes with her reflections on the interpretations of end-of-life experiences and the potential for visions of deceased loved ones. Timestamps: 00:00 - Why discussing death is taboo 01:43 - People want to discuss death 02:45 - Is Penny afraid of death? 03:50 - The criteria for hospice 05:40 - How caring for the dying has shaped Penny’s life philosophy 08:30 - The main regrets of the dying 09:30 - What makes someone happy to die? 11:50 - How to accept death 14:45 - How Penny knows how long someone has left to live 18:50 - When people decide when they want to die 21:30 - The mysterious things dying people do 25:00 - Energy shifts when a person dies 26:50 - The last moments of life that have shocked Penny 28:50 - What it was like for Penny caring for her dying father 31:20 - What it’s been like for Penny working in hospice 33:30 - Advice for family members with dying relatives 37:00 - The amazement of hospices 42:00 - Lessons from the end 44:00 - What makes life worth living 44:30 - Connect with Nurse Penny Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Connect with Penny: https://www.hospicenursepenny.com…

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#356: Errol Musk - Elon Musk's Dad On Occupying Mars, Trump, Twitter Takeover & More 38:51

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