Best RSPB Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 45. Solo Birding 56:29

1d ago56:29

56:29

Matt goes for a solo walk around Somerset to see what he can find. We love going out for walks with friends or family but it's also fun to go it alone! Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! T…

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Emergency Department Blood Borne Virus project 7:35

7d ago7:35

7:35

Molly Hansell joins Mary Maxwell to tell us all about the blood borne virus project taking place in the Accident and Emergency department.By NHR

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Ep 44. Mike Phelps - Isle of Mull 1:05:08

9d ago1:05:08

1:05:08

This week Matt heads to the Isle of Mull with Mike Phelps. They boys are treated to quite the range of birds but they are in particular search of White Tail Eagles and Hen Harrier. Mike shares the powerful story of how he got into wildlife photography and became an advocate for nature's positive impact for your Mental Health. Follow Mike on Instagr…

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Moral Panics with Konrad Collao from Craft 19:08

9d ago19:08

19:08

We're talking all things Gen Z/youth moral panics this episode with Konrad Collao, founder of Craft, the strategic insight agency that put humans at the heart of decison-making. You can follow Konrad on LinkedIn here and find out more about Craft here. We talk about Craft's research for Channel 4 and other youth publications they've done; Beyond Z …

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Ep 43. A Stay at Elmley Nature Reserve 1:06:11

23d ago1:06:11

1:06:11

Matt and Sarah finally stay at Elmley Nature Reserve after promising themselves they'll go for ages and ages. There should be Marsh Harriers, Owls and Waders. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't alr…

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Ep 42. Surrounded by Warblers 52:56

30d ago52:56

52:56

Matt and Sarah go off in search of Warblers. It's an episode heavy with birdsong! Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feathers and Eco Bird Food. Hos…

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Representing youth voice within campaigns with Lyndsay McDade, Fearless 23:03

1M ago23:03

23:03

This episode we speak with Lyndsay McDade, Fearless Scotland Manager at Crimestoppers, the charity offering support to 11-18 year olds to raise awareness of issues relating to crime as well as providing anonymous ways to report it. A partnership with Police Scotland and the Scottish Government led to a campaign to tackle the rise in sextortion tack…

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Ep 41. Akash Barua - Greater London 1:00:04

1M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

This week Matt goes for a walk with ecologist Akash Barua. They chat about his allotment, being a young urban ecologist and his Instagram series, 'Wild Endz'. They also see quite the spectacle right at the end of their time together, so stay tuned for that! Follow Akash on Instagram. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to info@rocknrollbi…

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Ep 40. Adam Juckes - Red Kites in Buckinghamshire 49:13

1M ago49:13

49:13

This week it's Red Kite-fest with Photographer, YouTuber and Podcaster Adam Juckes. Follow Adam Juckes on Instagram and YouTube. Book your trip with Apex Adventures here. And make sure to check out The WildX Podcast. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscri…

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What Gen Z really think with Zoplo's Tom Cullen 19:53

1M ago19:53

19:53

This episode we're speaking with Tom Cullen, who's the co-founder of opinion sharing app Zoplo. With a growing Gen Z audience of 80k plus, numerous viral social accounts popularising discussion topics the app shares, Tom talks about building a youth-focused app, involving them in the process, and developing content that engages and entertains youth…

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Ep 39. Ryan Dalton - Hampstead Heath 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

This week Matt goes for a walk around Hampstead Heath with naturalist, nature podcaster and professional dog walker, Ryan Dalton. Follow Ryan on Instagram and check out his podcast, Into the Wild. Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on…

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Ep 38. Home Birding 58:13

2M ago58:13

58:13

This week Matt and Sarah head outside their house for a birdwatching walk. You don't need to go to a reserve or beauty spot to appreciate the birds... just put your trainers on and see what you can see outside your front door! Let us know how many species you spot and if there's anything of note! Keep your Birding Questions coming to info@rocknroll…

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RSPB Bird of the Week with Yas Devi 14:23

2M ago14:23

14:23

We’re joined by Yas Devi, Social Media Executive at RSPB and the brains behind the unhinged and wonderful ‘Bird of the Week’ and the rest of the charity’s TikTok channel. We talk about TikTok strategy, measures of success, cultural relevance and get Yas’s top accounts to follow as well as tips for success on the platform. Follow Yas on LinkedIn her…

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Indy Kiemel-Greene volunteer with the RSPB 25:39

2M ago25:39

25:39

Indy Kiemel-Greene who volunteers with the RSPB chats to Kev Castle on Nottingham Hospitals Radio about the recent Great Britain Garden Birdwatch and all things relating to attracting and caring for birds that visit your garden.By NHR

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Ep 37. Booming Bitterns on the Somerset Levels 1:09:58

2M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

We're back for series 4 and we're on the hunt for the booming bitterns! Matt and Sarah visit RSPB Greylake Nature Reserve and RSPB Ham Wall on the Somerset Levels. There's also hope for a Merlin and a Glossy Ibis! Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n …

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New NUH Arts Co-Ordinators Vikki Jones And Lucy Knight 25:11

3M ago25:11

25:11

New NUH Arts Co-ordinators, Vikki Jones and Lucy Knight, speak with NHR's Mary Maxwell and Rajiv about their roles and creative aims within the hospital environment.By NHR

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Ep 36. Hunting for Hawfinches - Hampshire 55:18

3M ago55:18

55:18

There has been a recent eruption of Hawfinches so Matt and Sarah go off in search of them in Hampshire. Will they finish another series with a lifer?! Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to …

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Ep 35. The Early Birder - The Chilterns 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

This week Matt heads to the Chilterns to go for an early morning walk with The Early Birder. Jon is full of birding pearls of wisdom and even helped Matt spot a lifer! We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt…

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Ep 34. Waders at RSPB Titchwell Marsh, Norfolk 55:41

4M ago55:41

55:41

Matt and Sarah have an extremely birdy time at RSPB Titchwell Marsh. It's a freezing cold day but that doesn't put the waders off! There's some incredibly helpful fellow birdwatchers and Matt embarrasses himself in front of a big group of birders... We also have some fantastic Birding Questions that have come though on the email address, so do keep…

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Ep 33. Ajay Tegala - Horsell Common, Surrey 47:54

4M ago47:54

47:54

This week Matt heads to Horsell Common with author, presenter and Ranger Ajay Tegala. Neither of them have been to Horsell Common before so they enjoy an explore of the area and Ajay sees a bird he hasn’t seen in years. There’s also Birding Questions and Matt share more about his Winterwatch experience. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feath…

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EP10: Dr Ragini G Roy discusses Carla Haddad Mardini's incredible sustainability journey at UNICEF 31:03

4M ago31:03

31:03

In this episode of Big-time sustainability, Centre for Big Synergy's Dr Ragini G Roy finds out more about the accomplishments and leadership of global sustainability champion, Carla Haddad Mardini of UNICEF. Carla is the Director of UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships. Here she leads the organization’s global strategy to leverage the priv…

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Ep 32. RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 57:18

4M ago57:18

57:18

Matt and Sarah want you to join the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 which runs between 24th and 26th January, so they do a practice run in their garden bird hide and answer questions about getting involved! Find out more about Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 and sign up here. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Mat…

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Ep 31. Birding Questions Special 59:28

5M ago59:28

59:28

Matt answers your questions and voicenotes in a special episode this week. And stay tuned until the end to hear a big announcement! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Ep 30. Robbie McIntosh - RSPB Radipole, Weymouth 48:33

5M ago48:33

48:33

In the final episode of 2024 Matt heads to Weymouth to go for a birwatching walk with guitar legend, Robbie McIntosh. Robbie has played with Paul McCartney, Sir Tom Jones, John Mayer, and Norah Jones to name but a few, but he is also a keen birdwatcher. They hope to see Cetti's Warblers and Bearded Tit. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathe…

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Neil Nixon and Debbie Butler talk about a new clinical AI Trial aiming to help mothers to be 23:05

6M ago23:05

23:05

NHR’s Mary Maxwell talks to Neil Nixon and Debbie Butler about a new NHS and University of Nottingham clinical trial, looking at how AI may be able to help mums and their doctors to better measure and help Maternal mental health.By NHR

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Ep 29. Starling Murmuration - RSPB Ham Wall, Somerset 58:28

6M ago58:28

58:28

It's our first walk in the South West! Join Matt and Sarah as they look for the starling murmuration on the beautiful Somerset Levels. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Ep 28. Bonner Black – Askham Bog, York 54:30

6M ago54:30

54:30

Join Matt for this week's walk in York with Nashville artist and viral birdy sensation, Bonner Black! It's Bonner's first time birding in the UK so she's excited to see which quintessential British birds she can add to her life list. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Sprack…

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Ep 27. A Quest for Lammergeier - The Pyrenees Mountains 58:30

6M ago58:30

58:30

Matt and Adam Bolton head to The Pyrenees Mountains in search of vultures on their Spanish Adventure! How do the boys get on when locked into a bird hide for eight hours?! And will they see the Lammergeier? Send your Birding Questions on DM's on Instagram or email [email protected] Follow Matt on Instagram and TikTok @RocknRollBirder to see …

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Student Travel with Alfie Laurence 19:24

6M ago19:24

19:24

This episode we hear from Alfie Laurence, creator and founder of Student Travel Tips, a resource and community that empowers students to embrace the world of travel. Young people are set to be the UK’s most prolific travellers in 2024 and we explore why this generation of British students are so driven to explore and why traditional content has fal…

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Ep 26. Sean McCormack, The Ealing Beaver Project 59:30

6M ago59:30

59:30

This week it's all about the birds and the beavers. Matt takes a stroll around The Ealing Beaver Project with Project Lead, Dr Sean McCormack. Sean is a vet, conservationist and presenter. He's so knowledgable about all things wildlife and shares with Matt all about the amazing work they're doing at the project. Follow Sean on Instagram, @thatvetse…

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Ep 25. Warnham Nature Reserve, West Sussex 59:38

7M ago59:38

59:38

Series 3 is here! Matt has been up to all sorts of birding in our pod break but we're back with a spooky stroll around Warnham Nature Reserve in West Sussex. Matt and Sarah are hoping to see a Kingfisher, Great Spotted Woodpecker or a Bullfinch... but will they? There's also some excellent Birding Questions. Do send in yours on DM's on Instagram or…

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Employer branding for Gen Z with Dereck Maruma 20:22

7M ago20:22

20:22

We’re talking Gen Z talent and employer branding with Dereck Maruma, Commercial Manager at Tapin Media, a youth-focused media and marketing agency specialising in bridging the gap between students and employers. We explore what organisations need to be doing to better attract and retain Gen Z talent and what Tapin’s ‘This is Black Gen Z’ report can…

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Episode 30 Birdcrime Report Special 23:09

7M ago23:09

23:09

This week the RSPB releases its latest Birdcrime Report detailing the shocking ongoing illegal killing of birds of prey. In a special episode of RSPB Scotland’s Nature News podcast host Stephen Magee talks to RSPB Scotland Head of Investigations Ian Thomson. They discuss the latest findings as well as the new legislation introduced in Scotland that…

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Winning on TikTok with Oli Hills 23:29

8M ago23:29

23:29

We’re speaking with Oli Hills, CEO of Nonsensical, the agency that helps clients win on TikTok. Having taken over Updates Media Ltd in 2017 after a career in investment management, he evolved it into Nonsensical just as the pandemic hit and TikTok rocketed. In this episode we talk about how to get the right strategic approach for the platform to be…

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Ep 24. Finally a Bearded Tit? - Farlington Marshes 59:41

8M ago59:41

59:41

In the final walk of the series will Matt FINALLY see a Bearded Tit after years of searching? Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt S…

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EP9: Dr Sourav Roy discusses Roberta Boscolo's leadership at the World Meteorological Organisation 33:04

8M ago33:04

33:04

In this episode Dr Sourav Roy finds out more about the accomplishments and leadership of global sustainability champion, Dr Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organisation. Roberta leads the Climate and Energy operations at the World Meteorological Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. Her main work is to enhance th…

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Ep 23. Șeniz Mustafa - Seven Sisters 49:46

8M ago49:46

49:46

Matt headed to Seven Sisters to go on a Gull survey with White Stork researcher and ecologist, Șeniz Mustafa. Unfortunately the weather was pretty intense with thirty-six mile an hour winds - but they soldier on! Follow Șeniz on Instagram. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to th…

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Being Brand Ready for Gen Z with Pion 24:22

8M ago24:22

24:22

We’re talking about connecting your brand to Gen Z with Alex Haider and Izzy Hall, Senior Content Executives from Pion, an agency that helps brand specialise in student and Gen Z audiences. Pion is formerly known as Student Beans, Beans ID and Voxburner, before launching as Pion earlier this year. They also run the successful global event, Youth Ma…

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Ep 22. Mya Bambrick - Ham Common, Poole 57:04

8M ago57:04

57:04

Matt heads down to Poole to go in search of Ospreys with Mya Bambrick. Mya is part of the Birds of Poole Harbour team and at a young age already has a wealth of experience - rising through the conservation ranks. Follow Mya on Instagram. And head to Birds of Poole Harbour website to find out more about the project. Email your birding questions to i…

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Ep 21. Paul Bennett - RSPB Coombes Valley 53:34

8M ago53:34

53:34

This week Matt is shown round RSPB Coombes Valley by Warden, Paul Bennett. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Deb Morton - Nottingham Hospitals Charity 15:21

9M ago15:21

15:21

Deb Morton, Volunteer Development Manager from Nottingham Hospitals Charity talks to Mary Maxwell about the work of the charity.By NHR

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Ep 20. Baby Cuckoo - Lyndon Nature Reserve, Rutland 48:34

9M ago48:34

48:34

This week Matt and Sarah go off in search of a baby cuckoo and the ospreys at Lyndon Nature Reserve in Rutland. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food…

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Nic Newman, Reuters Institute on the Future of News Media 20:17

9M ago20:17

20:17

We’re starting Season 5 off with a conversation on the future of news media, with Nic Newman, Senior Research Associate at Reuters Institute, University of Oxford. A journalist and digital strategist, Nic played a key role in shaping the BBC’s internet services for over a decade and was a founding member of the BBC News Website. He led internationa…

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Life with Cancer event 19th September 2024 - Katy Baker 7:15

9M ago7:15

7:15

Katy Baker tells us all about the “Life With Cancer” event being held at the Trent Conference Centre on Thursday 19th September For more information, please email the team at [email protected] or call the MacMillan Information support service on 0115 840 2650By NHR

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Ep 19. Jack Baddams (Part 2) - Sherwood Forest 51:41

9M ago51:41

51:41

We had such a brilliant walk with Jack Baddams in Sherwood Forest that we had to come back with a second part! There’s also some cracking birding questions. Follow Jack on Insta, buy his book 'Springwatch: Birdtopia' and make sure to download his podcast 'How Many Geese'. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials …

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Ep 18. Naomi Johns - The Bird of Prey Project, Bath 1:00:27

9M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Matt is heads out around the grounds of The Bird of Prey Project with Centre Manager, Naomi Johns. Naomi is fascinating and so passionate about the centre and the birds they look after. You'll love joining them for this walk. And Matt and Sarah also have some news to share! Find out more about the Project on their website. Follow them on Instagram,…

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Conversations from Earthfest: Caz Conneller, Director of Community & Culture at Loud Mobility 36:31

9M ago36:31

36:31

In this episode of Racing Green, Adrian Ma chats with Caz Conneller from LOUD Mobility about her journey into the world of e-mobility and the inspiring She’s Electric campaign. Caz discusses the barriers women face in the e-bike world, exploring issues like safety concerns and representation. Caz shares her personal story and why she is committed t…

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Ep 17. Jon Carter - BTO HQ, Norfolk 55:45

9M ago55:45

55:45

This week Matt is very lucky to have a walk around the grounds at the British Trust of Ornathology HQ with their Media Manager, Jon Carter. Jon is a life-longer birder and a fellow punk, so they had plenty to chat about! The BTO is such an important organisation and so it was a real honour to hear about some of their important work on this walk – a…

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Ep 16. @WildlifeWithCookie – RSPB Otmoor 54:32

10M ago54:32

54:32

This week Matt takes a stroll with WildlifeWithCookie, aka James Cook, around RSPB Otmoor. Cookie is a content creator who goes looking for all the rarest wildlife in the UK - so he's got some stories to tell! Follow Cookie on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. …

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Ep 15. Elle Kaye – Chobham Common 58:27

10M ago58:27

58:27

This week Matt is joined by award winning bird taxidermist, Elle Kaye. Elle is as fascinating as she is talented so we were delighted that she joined us for a birdwatching walk around Surrey’s Chobham Common. Hear all about Elle’s decade-long career, her struggles with social media and her excitement as she spots a lifer! See Elle’s work at the Nat…

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