A weekly podcast about the history, science, lore and surprises that make everyday things secretly incredibly fascinating. Hosted by comedy writer, emoji creator, and ‘Jeopardy!‘ champion Alex Schmidt. Join Alex & his co-host Katie Goldin for a joyful deep dive into seeing the world a whole new way! (For research sources, bonus episodes, and how you can support the podcast, visit sifpod.fun.)
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Rock Paper Scissors Podcasts
Rock Paper Scissors; we discuss everything and anything that we can relate to or with as human beings. Expect new episodes every Friday. Enjoy
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read aloud by Jaelynn and Austin.
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Hr1 Cover art photo provided by Sonja Punz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@sonnnchen
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Join Lenore Noire & Liss Amyah for a semi-regular podcast where queer chaos & random nonsense abound! We talk pleasure, sexuality, non-monogamy, relationship stuff, parenting, art, and whatever else happens to show up. (Formerly The Luscious)
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Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the habits that keep projects moving. Hosted by CGP Grey and Myke Hurley.
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Original Science Fiction
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Every week, Ken Jennings and John Roderick add a new entry to the OMNIBUS, an encyclopedic reference work of strange-but-true stories that they are compiling as a time capsule for future generations.
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Makeshift Stories is a sci-fi, fantasy, and speculative fiction podcast for anyone who craves the thrill of the unknown and unexpected. Once a month, buckle up for an epic journey through possible futures, space, alternate realities, and beyond. Are you ready to explore uncharted territories and discover the unimaginable? Tune in and let your imagination soar!
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Welcome to Experience Points by University XP hosted by Dr. Dave Eng. On Experience Points we explore different ways we can learn from games. Find out more at www.universityxp.com I hope you find this show useful. If you’d like to learn more about games-based learning then a great place to start is my blog at universityxp.com/blog. University XP is also on Twitter @University_XP and on Facebook as University XP. Feel free to email me anytime at [email protected] Game on!
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A fantasy AFL podcast dedicated to helping you win your league. John Crockett, Steve Fizz and The Statesman provide break down all aspects of Supercoach, Ultimate Footy and AFL fantasy to help gain you an edge in winning your league. With a focus on draft based leagues, this is a podcast with great analysis, strategy and opinions that you won't find anywhere else. Get an edge over your league mates by hearing about the things the regular talking heads won't cover with an entertaining aspect ...
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You may recognize Wil Wheaton's name from his acting work in television shows like The Big Bang Theory, Leverage, and Star Trek: The Next Generation, or 1985's timeless classic, Stand By Me. You may recognize his voice from one of the many audio books he's narrated, including number one New York Times bestseller, Ready Player One, John Scalzi's award-winning Collapsing Empire Trilogy, or even his own bestselling memoir, Still Just A Geek. Beginning on March 26th, Wil brings you It's Storytim ...
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We are the makers of Yellowbird Sauce. This podcast used to be us goofing off in the office. In a post-COVID world, however, it's us goofing off on Zoom. So, same-same.
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A place to learn about science in an easy-to-digest manner. Relevant to your life or just curiosity, interspersed with a mix of fun commercials and 60 second science.
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Dark Interests is a fun podcast hosted by two millennial moms who tell you fucked up stories while somehow making you laugh. Write us at: [email protected] Instagram: @darkinterestspodcast Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darkinterests/support
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Funny, moving and always exquisitely well-produced, this collection of short stories and essays from the award-winning Seanachai podcast is not to be missed. If you like this American Life, but wish that Ira Glass' voice was a bit softer on the ears, then this is the audio book for you.
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#TTP, A podcast with loads of amazing storytelling episodes and audio drama series, complete with surround sound effects for an immersive and realistic audio experience. Welcome aboard "The Phoenix Express" chu chu!!!
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The Help Force podcast team brings to you the various news, the chaos caused within HF and the vast Club Penguin Community!
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A true crime and paranormal podcast as told by two sisters. Tune in every Monday for spooky ghost stories and horrifying true crime tales with a little bit of banter and comedy folded in.
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A weekly round-up of all things Coventry City, the roller coaster ride of being part of part of the Sky Blue Army, presented by Lorna Bailey and a cast of fans.
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Attah Samuel, a writer, speaker and reader reveals the secret to living a successful life right here on planet earth. The samist show reveals every hidden treasury of life and shows you how to apply it as you live daily...
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"Don’t tell me what I can and can’t say." Veteran journalist Taylor Ferber wrote this in her unprecedented Playboy feature, challenging the idea that brains and beauty are mutually exclusive, as the only woman who both posed and was a featured writer. After years as Hollywood's "Celebrity Whisperer" who interviewed and humanized the biggest A-listers, her irreverent show empowers viewers to think freely outside rules in politics, media, and pop culture, getting big guests like Blake Shelton, ...
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A Diverse Group Of D.A.Ds. Discussing Family Life, Society And Generally Dumb Experiences. We really appreciate you listening, subscribing, reviewing & sharing this show!
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Dave Seddon and Adam Lord’s Lancashire Post PNE Chat
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Welcome to Dave Seddon and Adam Lord’s Lancashire Post PNE Chat , where amazing things happen.
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Mull to 3 is a variety podcast focused on enjoying the trading card game Magic the Gathering. It is hosted by Soohan, John, and Mazz and publishes around 2 episodes per month. Coverage ranges from card discussion, deck critique, and feature segments on different formats and styles of play. Disclaimer: Wizards of the Coast, Magic: The Gathering, and their logos are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the United States and other countries. Copyright 2016 Wizards. All Rights Reserved. Mag ...
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The Statesman and Rock, Paper, Scissors / The Craft Doctors
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This week on the pod we talk with the legend that is Stato. His beginnings in fantasy, to his radio career through to hanging up the boots. Enjoy.
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In which a series of engineers, entrepreneurs, and classic TV producers discover that America wants gentle music piped into its public spaces, and Ken likes piña coladas and getting caught in the rain. Certificate #54082.By Omnibus
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Talking some players who had a 2024 at unders their projected output that I think can bounce back.
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171: Casey Newton – State of the Workflow
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Myke talks to Casey Newton about his workflow for running Platformer, from idea capture to writing and publishing, and how he balances reporting with access to some of the most powerful people in tech. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Nexos.ai: All-in-one AI platform for enterprises. Get a 14 day free trial now. Squarespace: Save 10% off you…
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Neapolitan ice cream is secretly incredibly fascinating. NOTE: there's a past episode of SIF about ice cream in general. You don't need to hear it to enjoy this. Also you'll give yourself a fun double feature if you do listen to it: https://maximumfun.org/episodes/secretly-incredibly-fascinating/secretly-in…
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We Now Conclude Our Broadcast Day (Entry 1422.PS0305)
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In which television stations spend decades signing off every night after the national anthem, and John likes to keep a stiff upper lip during Mormon TV ads. Certificate #31942.By Omnibus
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A look back at some of the preseason rankings that worked out horribly.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why glow-in-the-dark stuff is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Katie Goldin, Alex Schmidt
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AP Table Talk: Take That In this episode of AP Table Talk, Brian and Dave dig into the “Take That” game mechanic. From classics like UNO, Sorry!, and Risk to modern favorites like Munchkin, Blood Rage, and King of Tokyo: Duel, they explore how denial, betrayal, and revenge fuel tension, drama, and unforgettable tabletop stories. If you liked this e…
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In which wheeler-dealers and Debbie Reynolds pillage a priceless trove of movie treasure for pennies on the dollar, and Ken has never been in his own conference room. Certificate #38661.By Omnibus
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During a dive to repair a submersible mining robot, Rohan, a deep-sea specialist, discovers the true cause of the machine’s malfunction: the metallic nodules it was harvesting are alive, ancient, and lying in wait. Too late, Rohan realizes that they can hijack his mind and body. Trapped within himself, he helplessly watches as the entities twist hi…
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During a dive to repair a submersible mining robot, Rohan, a deep-sea specialist, discovers the true cause of the machine’s malfunction: the metallic nodules it was harvesting are alive, ancient, and lying in wait. Too late, Rohan realizes that they can hijack his mind and body. Trapped within himself, he helplessly watches as the entities twist hi…
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All Australian Draft Team / The Draft Doctors
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Taking value into consideration, here's my best 5-6-1-5 draft team for 2025.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the color red is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin
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Allan Bakke, M.D. (Entry 093.SS0510)
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In which a Marine vet and NASA engineer changes the course of American public policy when he fails to get into medical school, and John has no pith. Certificate #29277.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why root beer is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Katie Goldin, Alex Schmidt
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Types of Games Today, we’re diving into something that might seem simple on the surface, but as it turns out, it's anything but. In this episode, we’re going to be talking about game types, and not just your usual categories like board games or video games. We’re digging deeper: into the psychology, the structure, and the social impact of how we pl…
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Radioactive Boy (Entry 1026.JB4132)
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In which a Detroit-area teen overachieves in Boy Scouts by trying to build a nuclear reactor in a potting shed, and Ken only wants capitalized toys. Certificate #50176.By Omnibus
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170: Simone Giertz – State of the Workflow
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Myke talks to Simone Giertz about her workflow for turning ideas into products, from early sketches and CAD prototypes to manufacturing, launching, and running a product studio alongside her YouTube channel. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code CORTEX. Fitbod: Get st…
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why cathode ray tubes are secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin
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Dollar Princesses (Entry 370.NU3603)
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In which a generation of English peers and their sons look to fix their leaky castle roofs by marrying wealthy American "buccaneers," and John has never kidnapped anyone in Bulgaria. Certificate #33143.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why zoos are secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5 (Alex’s old podcast hosting service required a minimum of 5 characters per episode title, and he's keeping that g…
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Round 23 Waivers and More / The Draft Doctors
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Talking matchups ahead of rd 23, the listener league, soup and dildos.
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Ercan Altug Yilmaz Gamification in Action The TOY Framework
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Ercan Altug Yilmaz Gamification in Action The TOY Framework In this episode, Dave Eng interviews Ercan Altuğ Yilmaz, a leading gamification expert and creator of the TOY Framework—an evolution of existing models like Werbach’s D6 and Octalysis. Drawing from over a decade of experience and 100+ projects, Yilmaz explains how TOY’s ten-step structure …
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In which the dandyish vintage finds of postwar British teens set a blueprint for the rest of 20th-century youth fashion, and Ken keeps getting hit in the head by nose flutes on the bus. Certificate #13953.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Jason Pargin explore why "http www" is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Jason Pargin, Alex Schmidt
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Forced into Wonder Valley, a holding facility for seniors needing care, 83-year-old Ellie resists her cheerful AI handlers and their synthetic paradise. She finds solace in the company of Aura, an aging, fuzzy robot dog who has developed more empathy than its creators intended. Over time, their bond grows stronger until one day, Aura learns it’s sc…
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Forced into Wonder Valley, a holding facility for seniors needing care, 83-year-old Ellie resists her cheerful AI handlers and their synthetic paradise. She finds solace in the company of Aura, an aging, fuzzy robot dog who has developed more empathy than its creators intended. Over time, their bond grows stronger until one day, Aura learns it’s sc…
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Looking at waivers, talking about the 3 big matchups fantasy coaches need to exploit and more. Oh yeah, two soups.
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In which a 700-year-old Venusian designs a mysterious whitewashed dome in the Mojave Desert, and John would like to change history at the mutiny on the Bounty. Certificate #13181.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Dan Hopper explore why escalators are secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Dan Hopper, Alex Schmidt
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Round 21 Waivers and More / The Draft Doctors
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Talking waivers and matchups to use in your fantasy finals. Streamers with low ownership, can you trust Alex Davies and more.
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Games as Mediums for Interactions In today’s episode, we’re diving into how games function as mediums for interaction: as art, as social spaces, and as powerful tools for learning. We’ll explore everything from virtual worlds to tabletop classics and even some of the more unexpected ways games impact real life. If you liked this episode please cons…
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In which internet-era conspiracy theorists become convinced that jet contrails are weather control masterminded from Fairbanks, Alaska, and Ken thinks John sounds like a Muppet for exactly one syllable. Certificate #52946.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Lydia Bugg explore why sunscreen is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Lydia Bugg, Alex Schmidt
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Round 20 Waivers and More / The Draft Doctors
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Peanut soup and peanut selections. Close to the end.
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In which some of the bankers who lost their shirts in the Great Depression find a cushy retirement in the Bronx instead of jumping out windows, and John will never say anyone isn't gay. Certificate #35727.By Omnibus
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169: John Gruber – State of the Workflow
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Myke interviews John Gruber of Daring Fireball. They take a deep-dive into how John’s writing takes shape – from capturing ideas and drafting articles to the meticulous editing behind his influential work. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code CORTEX. Fitbod: Get stro…
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Dennard Dayle explore why "rock paper scissors" is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Dennard Dayle, Alex Schmidt
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Game Goals vs Learning Outcomes In this episode, we’ll explore how learning objectives and game goals overlap, how serious games are designed for impact, and how we measure success beyond just ‘winning.’ So, buckle up—because today, we’re unlocking the next level of game-based learning! If you liked this episode please consider commenting, sharing,…
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Round 19 Waivers and More / The Draft Doctors
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Talking waivers, answering questions, ranting about traffic and soup.
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In which butter substitutes have to overcome scientific hurdles, dairy-friendly laws, and bad news about trans fats, and Ken thinks Germany is trying to control olive oil. Certificate #34384.By Omnibus
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Tom Lum explore why Bastille Day is secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode. Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5By Alex Schmidt, Tom Lum
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In which Poland's most famous exile partially returns to Warsaw to posthumously annoy both tsars and Nazis, and John's restaurant idea has some light cannibalism. Certificate #31277.By Omnibus
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After living off-grid for forty years, Shane is drawn back into society when his former best friend—now the political leader of the territory—announces plans to develop the wilderness area that Shane calls home. While watching the announcement, Shane realizes that Gabriel isn’t the person he once knew. He receives an invitation from Gabriel to spen…
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After living off-grid for forty years, Shane is drawn back into society when his former best friend—now the political leader of the territory—announces plans to develop the wilderness area that Shane calls home. While watching the announcement, Shane realizes that Gabriel isn’t the person he once knew. He receives an invitation from Gabriel to spen…
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