Los mejores podcasts de Five Minute Podcast (2025)

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Connection, Democracy and Hope - With Eva Cox 5:15

1M ago5:15

5:15

In the final episode of The Five Minute Advocate for 2024, the brilliant Eva Cox reflects on the year and challenges us to reconnect with the essence of humanity: our need for connection, fairness, and belonging in a society that values people over power. Amid global uncertainty, she calls us to cherish relationships, rethink our collective future,…

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Narara Ecovillage: A Glimpse into a Sustainable Future - With Michael Walker 4:41

1M ago4:41

4:41

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker visits the Narara Ecovillage, an intentional community near Gosford focused on sustainable living. He explores its eco-friendly homes, strong sense of community, and innovative practices like sociocratic decision-making and an internal exchange economy. While praising its low-carbon lifest…

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Connection over Goods - With Eva Cox 5:15

2M ago5:15

5:15

As the holiday season approaches, Eva Cox reflects on the importance of human connection over economic consumption. Eva argues that our social relationships—friendships, family ties, and community bonds—define our humanity far more than economic measures ever could. She urges us to reclaim the joy and meaning found in these emotional connections, e…

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Dark Times and Reasons To Hope - With Julie Macken 5:38

2M ago5:38

5:38

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken reflects on a year of upheaval, from global politics to the challenges of democracy and humanity. Drawing inspiration from Vaclav Havel’s ‘The Power of the Powerless’, Julie reminds us that in dark times, small acts of decency—looking one another in the eye, saying hello, and refusing to giv…

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US election: lessons for Australia - With Michael Walker 4:52

2M ago4:52

4:52

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker unpacks the real story behind the U.S. election results, pushing back against the media's tendency to overhype shifts in voter sentiment. He explores why economic struggles in Middle America drove support for bold promises and how Australians often misunderstand the full picture of the U.S…

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Rethinking Democracy: Restoring Care Over Profit with Eva Cox 5:06

2M ago5:06

5:06

This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox breaks down the troubling shifts in democracy, social care, and economics, as nations worldwide—from Australia to the U.S.—increasingly prioritise profit over people. With democracy under threat and communities disconnected, she calls for a return to values of care, social connectivity, fairness and tr…

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Submarines Over Services With Julie Macken 5:32

3M ago5:32

5:32

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate Julie Mackin critiques Australia’s $400 billion submarine deal with the US, arguing that funds are urgently needed to address domestic issues. She highlights the crisis in NSW’s mental health sector, where psychiatrists face burnout and low pay, risking mass resignations. Mackin questions why the governme…

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Handover of the Chagos Islands - With Michael Walker 4:44

3M ago4:44

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In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker reflects on a historic moment as Britain announces its decision to return the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius after over 200 years. While Diego Garcia will remain a military base, this victory highlights the power of persistence and international law, offering hope to advocates everywhere …

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Exploring Identity and Belonging – With Eva Cox 5:00

3M ago5:00

5:00

In this episode of the Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox reflects on the complexities of identity, religion, and nationality. Drawing from her own life as a Jewish refugee from Austria, she questions the meaning of patriotism, religious identity, and the labels society places on individuals. Eva advocates for tolerance and understanding, emphasizing th…

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A Mature Democracy Is a Healthy Democracy – With Julie Macken 5:35

3M ago5:35

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This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken dives into the views of the influential psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott on democracy as laid out in his work Home Is Where We Start From. Winnicott argues that democracy thrives not just through conscious efforts, but also through our unconscious actions and maturity as individuals. Whilst our curr…

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Doubt & Conviction - with Michael Walker 4:25

4M ago4:25

4:25

In the 1930s, British Philosopher Bertrand Russel said, that 'the whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.' This phrase still applies to so much to our world today. As Michael explains, If you want to convince people of your idea or fight for a cause you believe…

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The Latest Inquiry Report on Early Childcare – With Eva Cox 5:10

4M ago5:10

5:10

This week on The Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox shares her thoughts on the Productivity Commission’s latest inquiry report on the future of Australia’s Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) system. Whilst there are several recommendations and findings outlined in the report that Eva agrees with, she does express her concern as to the lack of acti…

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The Danger of Border Force Exemptions - With Julie Macken 5:00

4M ago5:00

5:00

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken critiques a recent amendment passed by the Albanese government that exempts Border Force officers from workplace laws protecting asylum seekers during boat interceptions. She argues that this dangerous exemption, supported by both major political parties, dismisses concerns from the Human Ri…

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Positivity Bias – With Michael Walker 4:59

4M ago4:59

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This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker explores the concept of negativity bias and argues that the media’s exploitation of this bias has led to an overemphasis on negative news which has in turn skewed worldviews, our perceptions of other societal challenges and thus our active citizenship. Michael does introduce two initiatives aime…

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Reclaiming Childcare: A Call for Community Over Profit - With Eva Cox 5:14

4M ago5:14

5:14

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox revisits the issue of Australia’s chilcare sector, specifically reflecting on its shift from being community led and controlled services, to what it is today – overwhelmingly privatised. Eva calls for the government to assume greater responsibility in the sector, to view and provide childcare as communi…

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Australia's $400 Billion Dilemma - With Julie Macken 5:00

5M ago5:00

5:00

In this weeks episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie McCann delves into the controversial AUKUS deal, a $400 billion decision that could redefine Australia's role on the global stage. With a focus on the implications of nuclear-powered submarines, Julie explores how this agreement might shift Australia from a defensive to an offensive military …

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Cyber Insecurity and Australian Wellbeing – With Michael Walker 5:12

5M ago5:12

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate Michael Walker explores the alarming rise in cyber insecurity and its impact on Australians’ wellbeing where new data reveals a sharp increase in online harm and hate and recent events that have seen this translate to real world violence. Michael delves into what’s fuelling this uptick in unrest and calls on th…

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Leading By Example, For Better or Worse – With Julie Macken 5:36

5M ago5:36

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This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken highlights two stark examples of leadership in action that we’ve seen over the last week. The first an example in accountability with NT Police Commissioner Michael Murphy’s sincere apology at Garma Festival for the historical and ongoing harms committed against Indigenous Territorians. The second…

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Digitising Government – With Michael Walker 4:51

6M ago4:51

4:51

In this episode of the Five Minute Advocate Michael Walker draws inspiration from Taiwan's Gov Zero and imagines a reformed, user-friendly digital government platform that would allow citizens to engage more effectively with the democratic process through curated updates and participatory tools, enhancing transparency and accountability. See omnyst…

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Will Fair Politics Win? - with Eva Cox 4:59

6M ago4:59

4:59

With the recent resignation of Joe Biden and the developing support for the populist and divisive Donald Trump, critics are suggesting this election could change the shape of American politics. Now, the democrat's presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, could provide the clarity and direction needed to restore stability and fairness t…

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A Threat to Social Cohesion – With Julie Macken 5:14

6M ago5:14

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In this episode of the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken unpacks the aftermath of Senator Fatima Payman’s decision to cross the floor in support of urgent action for Palestine and critiques Labor’s dismissal of the Australian public’s concerns over international issues. Julie challenges the Prime Minister’s warning about single-issue parties threa…

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NAIDOC Week - With Michael Walker 5:02

6M ago5:02

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This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker commemorates NAIDOC Week by emphasizing the vital importance of celebrating Indigenous Australia. Michael calls for non-Indigenous Australians to collectively reject the distorted colonial narratives that have long shaped perceptions of Indigenous Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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Restoring Democracy's Foundation – With Eva Cox 5:00

7M ago5:00

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In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox explores the unsettling trend away from social democracy and trust in government, emphasising the importance of fairness and inclusivity in maintaining a healthy democracy. She argues for a return to these foundational principles to ensure governments prioritise citizen needs and foster genuine d…

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The Flaws of Australia's Nuclear Power Ambitions - With Julie Macken 5:00

7M ago5:00

5:00

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken revisits the nuclear power debate in Australia. She critiques former Prime Minister John Howard's 2006 plan to make Australia a nuclear hub, which failed due to high costs, safety issues, and community opposition. Julie also takes aim at Peter Dutton's recent push for nuclear reactors, highl…

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Renters Forums: We Aren’t All Alone – With Michael Walker 5:00

7M ago5:00

5:00

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker delves into Australia's housing crisis, highlighting the grim realities renters are facing. Michael shares insights from renters' forums where many, including himself, express the direct impacts of skyrocketing rents and negligent property management. He calls for urgent reforms to address…

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Community at the (Childcare) Centre – With Eva Cox 5:41

7M ago5:41

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox reflects on the state of Australia’s childcare sector specifically its shift from a community led and controlled service to what it is today - just another avenue for privatisation. Eva calls for a return to the government's responsibility in providing childcare as a community service and urges the Labo…

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A Stand Against Corporate Bullies – With Julie Macken 5:13

7M ago5:13

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken again plays with the idea of imagination being a tool in nation building and this week asks us to envisage a society where bullying is no longer a part of the culture in our corporate and media landscape. Julie implores us to take courageous action and accountability to shift towards a society whe…

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Happy Planet Index - With Michael Walker 4:37

8M ago4:37

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate Michael Walker unpacks the recent Happy Planet Index report which revealed that those of us who burned the most CO2, particularly the wealthiest 10%, are in fact scarcely happier than those living more modest lifestyles. Michael argues that this finding challenges the notion that addressing climate change requi…

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A Belated Comment on the Budget – With Eva Cox 4:58

8M ago4:58

4:58

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox criticises the Labor government’s 2024 Budget for prioritising economic concerns over addressing pressing social issues. Eva laments the budget’s lack of impact on social improvement and its failure to instill optimism in its citizens for a fairer society. Eva advocates again for a shift towards priori…

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An Imagined Australia – With Julie Macken 5:09

8M ago5:09

5:09

This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken deep dives into Irish sociologist Benedict Anderson’s most famous theories – that nations are imagined political communities. This idea reminds us to take the role of imagination in nation building seriously, because it is what makes this country what it is, for better or worse. So, in this editio…

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Grievance and Scarcity – With Michael Walker 4:56

8M ago4:56

4:56

In Ronald Inglehart and Christian Welzel’s influential work ‘Modernisation, Cultural Change, and Democracy’ it’s noted that increasing a society’s affluence leads to increasing tolerance - as societies become more affluent and self-confident, their citizens will become more open and tolerant. This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker hi…

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A National Emergency – With Eva Cox 5:03

9M ago5:03

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox reflects on the impactful events of this past weekend when around the country thousands gathered to end men’s violence against women, calling upon the government to declare this epidemic a national emergency. As a long standing and prominent figure in the feminist movement, Eva reflects on the current s…

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How Do They Get Away With It? - With Julie Macken 5:09

9M ago5:09

5:09

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Julie Macken dives deeper into AUKUS agreement and criticises the government’s questionable prioritisation of defence spending over citizen and community welfare. Julie highlights the failings of the two-party system, calling out their failures to offer meaningful policy differences with both Labor and the Coal…

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Unpacking the AUKUS Submarine Deal – With Michael Walker 4:40

9M ago4:40

4:40

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Michael Walker tackles the AUKUS submarine deal, highlighting its exorbitant cost of $368 billion, which he argues could be better spent on uplifting the quality of life for millions of Australia through options like public housing, electric vehicles, or high-speed rail. Michael suggests that this deal is an ex…

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Balancing Social and Financial Values in Society - With Eva Cox 5:00

9M ago5:00

5:00

In this five-minute advocate episode, Eva Cox urges a rethink of our societal priorities. She argues that our obsession with GDP and neoliberal ideals overlooks the importance of social bonds and unpaid contributions. Cox emphasizes the need to value care, fairness, and empathy alongside financial success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Beyond This Point There Be Dragons - With Julie Macken 4:58

10M ago4:58

4:58

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken expresses deep concern over the Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024 that was brought before Parliament last week and criticises the Albanese government’s failure to uphold humane immigration policies. Julie condemns the bill for its potential to criminalise non-cooperation w…

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Trust and Community Involvement – With Michael Walker 4:47

10M ago4:47

4:47

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker discusses the findings from the 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer which in short found that whilst Australian’s distrust of both traditional media and our politicians is on the rise, so too is our trust in civil society organisations. Despite this, in a post covid world we are becoming less involved …

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Redefining Equality – With Eva Cox 5:01

10M ago5:01

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This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox reflects on International Women’s Day and expresses her disillusionment with where we are at today in our progress towards true gender equality. Eva calls for us to demand an equality that goes beyond simply emulating men’s roles and rights but equality for those in women dominated industries, the area…

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Smartphone Dependency – With Michael Walker 4:59

10M ago4:59

4:59

With Facebook’s withdrawal from Australian news-sharing agreements, this week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker takes this opportunity to remind us of the implicit dangers that come with a population riddled by smartphone dependency. While technology offers unprecedented access to information, it also contributes to social isolation, decr…

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The Impossible Made Possible – With Julie Macken 5:41

11M ago5:41

5:41

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Julie Macken reflects on the inherently fluid nature of what we deem impossible, drawing parallels between the acceptance of LGBTQ+ rights at Mardi Gras and the unsettling acceptance of war and violence. Julie advocates for imagining a nation capable of fostering peace, citing the Oasis of Peace—a community uni…

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A Return To Trust – With Eva Cox 5:25

11M ago5:25

5:25

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva advocates for a return to the principles of post-World War II welfare democracy, emphasizing the importance of government ensuring citizens' well-being through programs like public housing and social services. Eva elaborates on the need for a return to viewing ourselves as citizens rather than customers an…

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Know Your Limits - With Dr Michael Walker 4:50

11M ago4:50

4:50

In this week’s episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Dr Michael Walker highlights the importance of prioritising our advocacy efforts wisely – imploring us to look locally as opposed to globally where we can in order to optimise our impact and make greater positive change to our local communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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A Genuine Democracy – With Eva Cox 4:56

11M ago4:56

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In this week’s edition of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox expresses concern about the decline of genuine democracy and societal values, emphasising the need to rebuild trust with our government, to prioritise citzens’ needs over market interests and to work towards a society that celebrates differences and social cohesion. See omnystudio.com/list…

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Words Really Matter – With Julie Macken 5:35

12M ago5:35

5:35

In the first Five Minute Advocate of 2024, Julie Macken emphasises the importance and the effect of language used by the media, by our politicians and the wider community. In a time where the war in Gaza is expanding, the cost of living is still rising and there is a palpable tension in the air; Julie calls for us to demand honest language and thin…

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2023: A Year of Optimism in Global Progress - With Dr. Michael Walker 4:57

1y ago4:57

4:57

Dr. Michael Walker's final "5 Minute Advocate" for 2023 is a positive reflection on global developments. A shift is noted towards peaceful diplomacy, an accelerated move to renewable energy, and decreasing support for fossil fuels. China's proactive stance in renewable projects is highlighted, and optimism is expressed regarding changing perspectiv…

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How To Choose Happy Over Sad...It could mean the difference between life or death! - Episode #14 (Replay) 5:52

1y ago5:52

5:52

How are you feeling right now? Would you say that your current state is more sad than happy? If it's sadness you're dealing with, or deal with quite often, National Motivational Speaker Robert Landau's got some effective motivation to help turn things around. There IS a real connection between the emotions you choose to feel and your health. Listen…

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Shifting Human Rights Advocacy with Dr. Michael Walker 4:54

1y ago4:54

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In this weeks Five Minute Advocate Dr. Michael Walker notes a change in human rights advocacy, prioritizing practical results in laws rather than strict moral alignment. He cites examples like shifts in occupational health laws and responses to the gig economy. This signals a broader trend toward crafting laws that actively address real-world chall…

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How To Deal With Difficult People...And not let them get to you! - Episode #13 (Replay) 9:19

1y ago9:19

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Don't miss this one!!! Join National Motivational Speaker Robert Landau, In this motivational podcast episode, for easy ways to not let difficult people get to you. You can't control how people treat you, but you have a choice as to how you manage their 'stuff' within you. Robert's been using this technique for years...and it works!…

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How To Make Today The Best It Can Be...Motivation to be in the moment - Episode #12 (Replay) 6:39

1y ago6:39

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By special request, this Episode was suggested by a Subscriber. National Motivational Speaker Robert Landau, in this motivational podcast episode, shares important motivation and inspiration to make each day really count...even when you don't feel like it! It takes the same amount of energy to choose to have a positive mindset or a negative mindset…

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How To Stop Negative Mind Chatter...Self-help and motivation to bring the 'noise' under control! - Episode #11 (Replay) 6:52

1y ago6:52

6:52

National Motivational Speaker Robert Landau, is back with a motivational podcast episode you'll totally want to hear and benefit from. Your inner mind chatter can either be your own best friend, or your worst enemy. When you learn to manage the negative chatter, great things are the result. Robert will show you how to bring your negative mind chatt…

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