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"Opportunity Detroit" has teamed with 760 WJR to bring you EVERYTHING Detroit! Endless amounts of positive energy and influence are spreading throughout the city, and we’re covering it all. "Opportunity Detroit" focuses exclusively on Detroit, its ongoing revitalization, and the people who are working tirelessly to reshape the Motor City.
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The Art of Living Well Podcast® was created to empower you to live your happiest, healthiest and most authentic life. Each week we will bring you inspiring and motivating conversations covering health and wellness topics including Food, mindset, travel, product reviews and strategies from a variety of experts including our own bank of knowledge. We will also discuss and share information to address the confusion out there in the health and wellness space. Our intention is to help you decode ...
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E268: Overcoming health barriers: How community member Jenna Is achieving her wellness goals
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28:13In this inspiring episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast, hosts Marnie and Stephanie sit down with community member Jenna for a powerful Health Transformation Audit. Together, they explore Jenna’s current health journey, her vision for her ideal day, and the barriers keeping her from building consistent wellness habits. This candid and relatable…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ May 4, 2025
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ May 4, 2025By Curtis Paul
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May 5, 2025 ~ The Detroit Opera has announced its 2025-26 season, so Yuval Sharon, the Gary L. Wasserman artistic director for the Detroit Opera, joins the show to discuss the opera's next season!By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Paul W. Smith and Tony Michaels
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7:03May 5, 2025 ~ The Ford Fireworks kicks off summer in Detroit, and this year they are scheduled for Monday, June 23 at dusk. Paul W. Smith and Tony Michaels, president and CEO of The Parade Company, join the show to discuss the big event.By Curtis Paul
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It’s been over a year since Detroit set attendance records for the NFL Draft, and as part of that major event, several organizations launched a variety of youth programs in the city. Pat Sharrow, director of Project Play, checks in with Opportunity Detroit to share how his effort to help Detroit’s kids is going.…
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E267: Longevity Through Strength: Redefining Fitness with Aaron Leventhal
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55:09What if your fitness routine could actually extend your life—and make it more joyful? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Aaron Leventhal, ex-pro soccer player, cancer survivor, and author of The New Fit, to explore how strength, recovery, and personalized movement plans are reshaping the future of fitness. Aaron shares the science behind lo…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 27, 2025
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 27, 2025By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Eric Larson, David Cowan, and Aaron Velthoven
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6:48April 27, 2025 ~ Detroit’s Campus Martius Park was named the top public square in America for the third consecutive year in the USA Today's 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership, David Cowan, chief public spaces officer with the DDP, and Aaron Velthoven, Detroit Free Press Marathon executive director, …
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April 28, 2025 ~ Red Arrow Lofts is the final phase of the larger Perennial Corktown development, a full adaptive reuse of the iconic Red Arrow Soda Factory—a late-19th-century structure once home to the bottling of Orange Crush and other local favorites—into 28 modern loft apartments. Seth Herkowitz, partner and COO of Hunter Pasteur, the develope…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Adriana Jimenez and Luke Wietrzynski
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15:07April 27, 2025 ~ There’s a great new restaurant in town called Vecin, which was named “2025 Restaurant of the Year” by the Detroit Free Press and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers. Vecino is a Mexico City-inspired restaurant in Midtown that opened one year ago and has quickly gained recognition for its unique menu. Co-owners Adriana Jimenez and Luke Wiet…
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E266: Why we all need more fiber with Marnie & Stephanie
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23:04In this episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast, Stephanie and Marnie shine a spotlight on one of the most overlooked yet essential components of a healthy diet: Fiber. 🌾✨ With a staggering 95% of Americans not getting enough fiber, they dive into the why behind this dietary shortfall and explain how fiber plays a powerful role in supporting gut …
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 20, 2025
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 20, 2025By Curtis Paul
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April 20, 2025 ~ MiSide Community Impact Network recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Campbell Street Apartments, a new $18 million affordable housing development in Southwest Detroit’s East Chadsey-Condon neighborhood. MI Side CEO Sean de Four joins the show to talk about this.By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Deborale Richardson Phillips
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14:25April 20, 2025 ~ Loyola High School recently expanded its campus, the first all-new Catholic place of worship in the city of Detroit in over 60 years. An all-new Welcome Center and Student Courtyard is also part of the campus expansion, and Loyola High School President Deborale Richardson Phillips joins the show to talk about it.…
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April 20, 2025 ~ MyFlight Tours, a Michigan helicopter tour company, is breaking ground on its new 12,000+ square foot facility at the Coleman A Young International Airport. This marks the first commercial construction project at the airport in over 60 years! Cassandra Troiani, owner of MyFlight Tours, joins the show to discuss the project.…
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E265: Detox, Heal & Thrive: Infrared, Red Light & PEMF Therapy with Robby Besner of Therasage
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1:04:34In this powerful episode, Marnie and Stephanie sit down with Robby Besner, founder and Chief Science Officer of Therasage, to explore cutting-edge wellness tools designed to support detoxification, reduce pain, and boost vitality. Robby shares the personal journey that led him to create Therasage, sparked by his daughter’s battle with chronic Lyme …
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April 13, 2025 ~ Recently, community leaders in Detroit gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of a multi-million dollar streetscape project in Greektown. Athina Papas, board chair and president of the Greektown Neighborhood Partnership, joins the show to talk about this project.By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 13, 2025
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 13, 2025By Curtis Paul
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April 13, 2025 ~ David Merrit is the co-founder and board chair of Merit Park at Give Merit joins the show to talk about what the organization does for the community.By Curtis Paul
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April 13, 2025 ~ The Detroit Free Press Marathon has been named Best Marathon in the United States by USA TODAY as part of the 2025 USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. The recognition highlights Detroit’s unique foot race experience as a go-to destination for runners worldwide, as well as the impact the race has had on the local community thr…
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E264: Hope 4 Cancer: A Holistic Approach to Healing & Prevention with Dr Tony Jimenez
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1:09:00Episode Summary: Why is cancer on the rise—especially among younger generations? In this powerful episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Tony Jimenez to discuss the root causes of cancer, the role of integrative oncology, and his seven key principles for cancer therapy. Dr. Tony shares his personal journey into holistic can…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 6, 2025
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ April 6, 2025By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Clarinda Barnett-Harrison
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11:58April 6, 2025 ~ After a six-year renovation spearheaded by the Ford Motor Company, Michigan Central Station reopened to the public on June 6, 2024. Almost a year later, Michigan Central has now been named to Fast Company’s 2025 list of the world’s most innovative companies. Clarinda Barnett-Harrison, Skills Director at Michigan Central, joins the s…
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April 6, 2025 ~ In 2017, the Rocket Community Fund, United Community Housing Coalition and the City of Detroit announced the “Make it Home” program, to help Detroiters at risk of displacement become homeowners by purchasing tax-foreclosed properties before the annual Wayne County foreclosure auction. This program is now in its eighth year and it’s …
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April 6, 2025 ~ The Anchor at Mariner’s Inn, a multi-million-dollar residential substance use disorder treatment facility located right in the heart of Detroit, is now open. Mariner’s Inn CEO David Sampson joins the show to talk about the new facility.By Curtis Paul
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E263: In This Lifetime: Finding Beauty in the Ordinary with Jill Palmquist
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32:40In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jill Palmquist, author of the stunning coffee table book, In This Lifetime, and Vice President and Chief Storyteller at Life Time. Jill shares the heartfelt journey behind her book, which celebrates the beauty and brevity of the human experience through real-life stories. We explore the importance of livi…
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E262: Glyphosate Exposed: Why to Avoid It, How to Test & Detox Together
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33:05In this episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast®, Marnie and Stephanie dive deep into the hidden dangers of glyphosate—a widely used herbicide found in many foods. 🌾 They discuss why avoiding glyphosate is crucial for your health, how you can test your exposure, and the benefits of a community liver detox to help remove toxins. 🧪💚 From the rise i…
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E261: Strength in Surrender: Matt Dawson on Fear, Resilience & Finding Purpose
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57:38We’re thrilled to welcome Matt Dawson, an extreme adventure athlete, multiple world record holder, and founder of Dawson’s Peak Foundation. Matt’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary—he’s summited the highest peaks on every continent, skied to the South Pole, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, and even trekked solo across the Mojave Desert. But…
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E260: Eat More Plants with Leslie Durso: Delicious, Simple, and Vibrantly Nourishing
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1:03:28Leslie Durso is not just a chef; she is a culinary artist who has dedicated her life to the art of creating exquisite plant-based dishes that not only delight the palate but also promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle. With a culinary career spanning over 10 years, Leslie Durso has achieved recognition and acclaim for her innovative approach t…
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E259: Unlocking the Power of Fiber for Gut Health with Zbiotics co-founder Zack Abbott
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56:40Zack Abbott is the CEO and Co-founder of ZBiotics, and the inventor of ZBiotics' proprietary technology. He has a PhD in microbiology & immunology from the University of Michigan where he studied bacterial gene regulation. Prior to starting ZBiotics, Zack worked in clinical trial design as well as researching HIV vaccines and pursuing novel antibio…
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E258: The Power of a strong evening routine for better sleep and more energy with Marnie & Stephanie
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34:00In this episode of The Art of Living Well podcast, Marnie and Stephanie dive into the importance of community, connection, and the role of daily routines in overall well-being. They introduce the upcoming Vitality Reboot program, which takes a holistic approach to health beyond just diet. The conversation highlights how intentional evening routines…
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E257: Defying Limits: Brent & Kyle Pease on Inclusion, Endurance, and the Power of Community
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1:04:02In this inspiring episode we welcome Brent and Kyle Pease, brothers who have made a significant impact in the world of endurance sports and disability inclusion. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a child, Kyle grew up cheering for his athlete brothers from the sidelines—until one life-changing moment when he asked Brent, “Can people in wheelchairs d…
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E256: Unlock Optimal Health with Nasal Breathing & Mouth Tape with Todd Anderson
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1:02:25Todd is the co-founder and Chief Brand Officer of Dream Performance & Recovery, makers of performance sleep products. His obsession and passion for fitness, nutrition, sleep and overall human performance optimization began when he was a walk-on for the Michigan State University football team. His successful college career led to an NFL opportunity …
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E255: Midlife men transform from mediocre to maximized with Greg Scheinman
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58:23In this inspiring episode we welcome Greg Scheinman. Greg helps midlife men transform from mediocre to maximized. He does this through one-on-one coaching, a podcast, and a newsletter. He is a best-selling author, speaker, entrepreneur with two successful exits, athlete and thought leader on life over 40. Most importantly, he’s a husband and father…
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E254:The Voice of the Mountain: Building community and connection through endurance sports with Colleen Rue
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1:01:36In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Colleen Rue, known as "The Voice of the Mountain," to explore the transformative power of endurance events. Colleen Rue has a unique ability to connect people with brands, events and experiences in a way that creates deep connections, fosters participant’s personal growth, and develops bonds for life. Whe…
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E253: The health benefits of sprouting and growing your own food with Doug Evans
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1:09:24Doug Evans is the CEO and Co-Founder of the The Sprouting Company. Living at Wonder Valley Hot Springs near Joshua Tree, California, Doug authored, "The Sprout Book," promoting the benefits of sprouts and advocating for affordable kitchen gardening. His life's mission is to teach people about growing and consuming nutritious sprouts. Episode Highli…
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E252: How Natural Light Impacts Health: Roudy Nassif on Circadian Rhythms, Sunlight, and Wellness Tips
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1:12:31We are excited to welcome back Roudy Nassif, founder of Vivarays, who first came on our show in Episode 213, to discuss the profound impact of light on health and well-being. As a renowned engineer, health entrepreneur, martial artist, and light expert, Roudy’s mission is to help people experience the freedom, flow, and vitality of living in rhythm…
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E251: 2025 Health Trends: Personalized Wellness, Women's Health, and Longevity with Marnie & Stephanie
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40:23Discover the top health and wellness trends for 2025 in this insightful episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast. Marnie and Stephanie explore how AI, wearable tech, and functional nutrition are personalizing wellness. They dive into the importance of strength training for midlife women, sustainability through regenerative farming, and strategies …
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 22, 2024
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38:50Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 22, 2024By Curtis Paul
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Dec. 22, 2024 ~ Rabbi Kasriel Shemtov, executive director of Chabad Lubavitch, joins host Ann Thomas to talk about the lighting of the Menorah in the D at 5 p.m. on Dec. 25 in Campus Martius.By Curtis Paul
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Dec. 22, 2024 ~ Laura Grannemann, the Rockey Community Fund executive director, joins host Ann Thomas about the Rocket Mortgage Classic receiving two awards from the PGA: the Fair Way Award and the Best Volunteer Program Award.By Curtis Paul
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Dec. 22, 2024 ~ Former Warren Consolidated School Superintendent and host of School Talks on WJR Robert Livernois talks to host Ann Thomas about his family's roots in Livernois Avenue.By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Robert Livernois Part 2
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9:32Dec. 22, 2024 ~ Former Warren Consolidated School Superintendent and host of School Talks on WJR Robert Livernois talks to host Ann Thomas about his family's roots in Livernois Avenue.By Curtis Paul
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E250: How Barefoot Shoes Can Transform Your Body Mechanics with Delaney Smith
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40:12Episode Summary: Delaney Smith is the Founder of Minnemals barefoot shoes and she is a Muscle Activation Techniques and Gait Analysis practitioner. After practicing for 5 years and continually seeing weak feet and other problems across the body, she traced a lot of the weakness and dysfunction back to the shoes people wear every day. The lack of in…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 15, 2024
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38:49Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 15, 2024By Curtis Paul
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Dec. 15, 2024 ~ Visit Detroit has launched its first-ever Michelin Green Guide for Detroit. Claude Molinari, Visit Detroit president and CEO, joins host Ann Thomas to talk about what this means for Detroit.By Curtis Paul
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Kinnus Paul & Shenai Jackson
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13:06Dec. 15, 2024 ~ The Gilbert Family Foundation, Invest Detroit, and Detroit Development Fund have announced the expansion of the Motor City Contractor Fund, a program that equips Detroit-based contractors with funding, technical assistance, and other tools needed to grow their businesses. Kinnus Paul, program manager with the Gilbert Family Foundati…
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Dec. 15, 2024 ~ Miss Eva’s Detroit is redefining the neighborhood bar experience with its Harlem Renaissance-inspired underground speakeasy located in North Rosedale Park. Jay Williams, the founder of Miss Eva’s Detroit, talks to Host Ann Thomas to share more about it.By Curtis Paul
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E249: Prioritize Time & Recharge: Health Tips, Family Fun & Vitality Reboot with Marnie and Stephanie
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29:36In today's episode, Marnie and Stephanie reflect on their Thanksgiving experiences, discussing family traditions, cooking, and the joy of spending time together. They explore new activities like sauna visits and pickleball, emphasizing the importance of shared experiences. The conversation shifts to personal growth, and they discuss the significanc…
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Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 8, 2024
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38:49Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ Dec. 8, 2024By Curtis Paul
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