Podcasts by The Punks Unite Podcast - Health + Wellness for Rebels

If you're looking for alternative health and wellness practices that prioritize mental and physical balance, but don't feel represented by mainstream fitness culture, then this podcast is for YOU. I’m committed to promoting body positivity, celebrating individuality, and exploring personalized self-care practices that will help you reach your happiest and healthiest self. Get ready to embrace your inner rebel and prioritize your mental and physical well-being!

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Yoga Rebellion: Challenging Yoga Stereotypes with Punk Rock Yoga from 2023-08-09T18:00

Have you ever thought of yoga as a practice solely for women, hippies, or vegans? Or perhaps you believe it's only for the affluent or those seeking spiritual enlightenment? Well, prepare to hav...

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Sound and Fury: The Role of Punk Music in Punk Rock Yoga from 2023-08-02T18:00

Hey, friends! Ready to explore the unconventional intersection of punk culture and wellness? In this video, I'm diving into an exciting element that sets Punk Rock Yoga apart from traditional yo...

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TRAILER - Series 4 – Summer Bites from 2023-07-26T18:00

Over the summer, I’ve got a new series called Punks Unite Summer Bites, which are short episodes that uncover the unconventional intersections of punk culture and wellness. From punk roc...

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Hildegard von Bingen: A Pioneer in Holistic Health from 2023-07-19T18:00

Dive into the wisdom of Hildegard von Bingen, a beacon of female empowerment in medicine. Amid the male-dominated medical narratives, Hildegard's story shines, illuminating the enduring value of...
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Unveiling the Untold Struggles of Living with Long Covid with Jeni Barcelos from 2023-07-12T19:23:27

Jeni Barcelos' life changed dramatically after contracting Covid. Initially, she battled severe symptoms like difficulty breathing and persistent headaches. However, the struggle didn't end ther...
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Gut Health: Key to Total Wellbeing from 2023-07-05T06:02:56

Ever heard of the 'Second Brain'? It's not sci-fi, but a term for the enteric nervous system (ENS), an intriguing area I've recently discovered. In this video, we explore the deep connection bet...
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Unraveling the Autonomic&Endocrine Systems: A Journey of Self-Care with Breathwork&Yoga from 2023-06-28T18:31

🎧 Today, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of our autonomic and endocrine nervous systems. Discover how these intricate systems work in harmony to maintain our mental and physi...
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Re-release: The Healthy Habit of Spending Time in Nature with Amy Bushatz from 2023-06-21T18:00

This interview was part of a Instagram Live series. Amy Bushatz is an Alaska-based journalist and host of the podcast Humans Outside. Since September 1, 2017, she’s spent at least 20 minutes out...
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How Mindfulness and Meditation Improve Physical Health from 2023-06-14T18:01

In this episode, you'll be joining me as I take a walk in the woods and talk about how mindfulness and meditation improve your mental and physical health.
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Irritable Bowel Disease: Lesley's Journey of Resilience + Hope from 2023-06-07T07:00

Meet Leslie Ann O'Brien, a talented music professional, guitarist for The Midwich Cuckoos, label manager at Lockjaw Records, and the founder of Onslaught Music. In this episode, she opens up abo...
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Series 3: Gut-Brain Connection, Chronic Illness&Health History | Punks Unite Podcast from 2023-06-05T07:00

Hey there, I'm Jo Delacourt, and welcome to the Punks Unite Podcast! I’m getting ready to launch Series 3, where we dive deep into the science behind the gut-brain connection and the nervous sys...
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Re-release: Following the Path of Self-care and Wellness from 2023-05-24T09:00

This re-release is part of a livestream series I did on Instagram in 2022. In this interview replay, I speak with Monika of @empathic.punk ...
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Re-release: The Importance of NOW with Nelson Graf Reis from 2023-05-17T09:00

A wonderful conversation with Nelson Graf Reis about the importance of bringing your awareness to the “now” in your life, and how meditation can help you learn how to do that! This episode was p...
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Part 2 – Reclaiming Your Own Definition of Health and Wellness from 2023-05-03T09:00

Totally stoked to have you join me for part two of our podcast mini-series Reclaiming Your Health and Wellness: Tips for Embracing Body Positivity and Empowerment.

In case...
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Part 1 – Tips for Embracing Body Positivity and Empowerment from 2023-04-26T09:08:13

This is part 1 of a two-part episode. In this episode, we will explore the importance of accepting and loving our bodies. I share some personal anecdotes about my own experience with body image ...
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Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Compassion and Self-Awareness from 2023-04-03T17:00

In this episode of the Punx Unite Podcast, we'll explore how nonviolent communication can help you develop self-awareness, communicate assertively and compassionately in relationships, and help ...
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Stop worrying: Understanding the Circle of Control and How it can Improve Relationships from 2023-03-27T21:06:45

In this series of the Punks Unite Podcast, we’re focusing on setting healthy boundaries and mastering the art of saying “no”. In this episode, I speak about the circles of concern, influen...
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Discovering the True You: Unlocking the Power of Your Core Beliefs and Values from 2023-03-20T10:34:51

In this series of the Punks Unite Podcast, we’re focusing on setting healthy boundaries and mastering the art of saying “no”. This episode aims to inspire you to recognize your core beliefs and ...
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Boundary Setting: Why It Matters for Your Relationships and Your Health from 2023-03-11T16:05:09

In this episode, I'll explain why boundary setting matters and what you need to do in order to practice it properly and effectively communicate boundaries with others.

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Announcing Series 2! from 2023-03-03T14:34:15

We all need some guidance when it comes to saying “no” and setting boundaries - it doesn't make us bad people!

Everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and safe. <...
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Social Interaction: How Connecting with Others During Winter Can Help Lift Your Mood from 2023-02-17T11:21:58

Feeling safe, finding satisfaction, and being connected with others are essential to being human. For those of us who struggle with a low mood during the winter months, it is important to rememb...
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Re-release: Magic, Tarot and Spiritual Connection with Sabrina Scott from 2023-02-10T12:02:54

Sabrina Scott has been reading tarot and practicing witchcraft for over 20 years. Their practice is deeply intuitive and mediumistic, with a focus on trance, ecstasy, and communing with the dead...
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3 Tips for Creating a Winter Routine to Boost Your Mood from 2023-02-02T11:43:48

The colder temperatures and shorter days can bring on feelings of sadness, low energy, and anxiety. If you’re struggling to stay motivated during the winter months, try creating a routine for yo...
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How to Take in the Good and Improve Your Low Mood from 2023-01-26T00:01

We all have off days. It can be hard to find mental balance, whether it's due to a stressful situation, personal life issues, or just being in a funk.

The good news is that there...
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How to Lift Your Low Mood this Winter by Dancing – yep DANCING! from 2023-01-16T19:00

Wintertime can be tough for those struggling with anxiety or depression. The days are shorter, the weather is colder, and it feels like everyone is happily celebrating while you're stuck feeling...
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How to Beat the Winter Blues with Vitamin D from 2023-01-06T17:26:28

Do you feel like the winter blues have got you down? You're not alone! In this episode, I talk about why so many people feel low in the winter months and share some tips on how to get your Vitam...
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Re-release: Yoga for Punks with Miguel Chen from 2022-11-22T22:04:55

In this episode of Yoga Punx Unite I'm joined by Yoga for Punks co-founder and bassist of Teenage Bottlerocket, Miguel Chen.
Here's a peak at what we discuss:

We talk about how...
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Everything You Need to Know About Dynamic Stretching from 2022-11-08T15:08:40

Improving flexibility is the main goal of any stretching. However, knowing what stretches to do and when to do them to achieve the most optimal results is not always easy.

In th...
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How to Overcome Performance Anxiety from 2022-10-28T07:31:59

Meet Marisa Iglesias.
Marisa is a Yoga, Mediation and Health Coach based in Brooklyn. Not only does she teach in person and online independently, she also teaches at The Phoenix, a f...
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Physical Tension: What it is and How to Release it from 2022-10-21T07:00

Ah, so you experience mental and physical tension, huh? Well, you're in luck because, in this episode of the Punx Unite Podcast, I'm sharing the ins and outs of physical and/or muscle tension, i...
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Punk Rock Yoga Isn't Yoga from 2022-10-14T07:00

Being fit and healthy goes much deeper than surface level. Yet, we’re told by society that the epitome of “fit and healthy” is about how you look and the lifestyle that you lead.

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The Punx Unite Podcast from 2022-09-30T15:04:27

Welcome to the Punx Unite Podcast. Where we discuss alternative health + wellness practices for those of you who are looking to find balance in both body and mind, but don’t feel you fit into th...
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The Punx Unite Podcast from 2022-09-30T15:04:27

Welcome to the Punx Unite Podcast. Where we discuss alternative health + wellness practices for those of you who are looking to find balance in both body and mind, but don’t feel you fit into th...
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The Importance of NOW with Nelson Graf Reis from 2022-04-11T10:09:26

A wonderful conversation with Nelson Graf Reis about the importance of bringing your awareness to the “now” in your life, and how meditation can help you learn how to do that!

You can ...
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Following the Path of Self-care and Wellness from 2022-04-04T11:01:18

Interview Replay with Monika of @empathic.punk and Listen

Times change. And so do people. from 2021-08-17T10:05:12

Times change. And so do people.

Today's episode is all about change. In particular, the changes happening around the work I've been doing under the Yoga Punx Unite banner for the past ...
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Part 5: Overcome Negative Self-Talk in 4 Simple Steps from 2021-05-15T11:00

Identifying an unhealthy habit is one thing, but what if the habit is negative self talk?
The self-limiting stories we keep telling yourself just aren’t true, but why do we believe them?<...
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Part 4: 4 Ways to Change a Habit from 2021-05-08T09:00

When you are able to observe habit objectively, it is at that point you can make a decision that will benefit your overall wellbeing. You have an opportunity to make a choice on what you'd lik...
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Part 3: Identifying habits so you can make positive change from 2021-04-23T17:00

Habits occur after the continuous repetition of an action; they become a behaviour. Sometimes they arise to provide comfort when experiencing an unpleasant feeling (or avoiding the real issue) o...
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Part 2: It’s okay if you’re not okay. This will help. from 2021-04-09T11:00

How often are you asked “Hey, how are you?” in which you reply “I’m fine” when deep down inside, you know you're not.
For some reason, many of us have this shame hanging over our heads tha...
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Part 1: How to lead in your own life from 2021-04-02T12:00

If you want to love the life you lead. You need to be very aware of something.

You are your own leader. You are in control. You have everything you need, right there inside of you. You ...
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Debunking the 3 Biggest Myths About Anxiety + Negative Self-Talk from 2021-03-26T12:00

I see so many people making false assumptions about what it takes to learn to live with anxiety and overcome negative self-talk.
Conformity Culture and the single-brain society can make us...
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Transitioning into a post-pandemic world: Embracing Change + Rockin’ It from 2021-03-19T13:00

It's likely going to be a long time before everything goes back to "normal", but if you’re already thinking about it, and how you will cope, then tune in to this episode of The Mi...
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How To Break Through Our Internal Barriers from 2021-03-12T12:00

How do we break through our barriers and make a positive change?
Half of the time we prevent ourselves from moving forward. It can be for all sorts of reasons, or at least we will c...
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The Midday Refresh from 2021-02-26T12:00

Stress and anxiety can sometimes have a physical manifestation. For me it is a right right shoulder, and knots in my upper back and neck.

In today's episode I take you through a mo...
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Time Management and Mental Health from 2021-02-19T13:00

So today, I’m chatting with you about time management, and by being organised and managing your time can help you mental health.
To be clear, I’m looking at the managing time by day and by...
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Yoga for Punks with Miguel Chen from 2021-02-12T12:00

In this episode of Yoga Punx Unite I'm joined by Yoga for Punks co-founder and bassist of Teenage Bottlerocket, Miguel Chen.

Here's a peak at what we discuss:
We ta...
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3 Ways To Ease Anxious Feelings from 2021-02-05T12:00

If anxiety is something you live with on a daily basis, and you’re looking for ways to experience times of relief throughout your day, I’ve got 3 ways you can Ease anxious feelings. In this episode...
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4 Antidotes to Fear from 2021-01-29T12:00

It is totally normal to feel fear, or fearful of something. It is absolutely part of the human condition. Ancient even.
In this episode of Yoga Punx Unite I share the 4 Antidotes to...
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How To Set Healthy Boundaries from 2021-01-22T12:00

Setting healthy boundaries means that you are able to keep yourself safe, mentally and physically.
They strengthen the relationship you have with others as you build respect for each othe...
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Why You Need To Truly Know Your Values + Beliefs from 2021-01-15T13:00

Actively investigating your values + beliefs can bring you a whole range of benefits.

In this episode, I share 5 of those benefits and an exercise you can do today to help you enjoy them.<...
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Conversation with the Empathic Punk, Monica Benkovich from 2020-12-14T12:00

In this episode, I speak with fellow Punk Rock Yogi, Monica Benovich, about Punk Rock Yoga, the importance of trying something new, what IS the 'punk rock' scene, and ways in which COV...
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5 Ways to Lift A Low Mood Over Winter from 2020-12-04T13:00

Winter for some can be hard.
We just want to curl up in a ball and hibernate.
It's drizzly. It's cold. It's dim and dark. The days are SHORT.

But it's really im...
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Gratitude + Appreciation from 2020-11-26T12:00

I always feel that this time of year is a good time for reflection, so I felt speaking about Gratitude and Appreciation was apt.

Yet, 2020 has been a difficult year for many of us, so p...
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Personal Power + Commitment from 2020-11-20T11:00

If a friend, colleague or employer asks us to do something, commit to a task, we tend to do it without question (depending on the request of course!)

However, committing to ourselves seems...
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Femininity, Yoga and Conformity Culture from 2020-10-30T13:00

In this weeks’ episode, I’m joined by Lesley of Midwich Cuckoos and Lockjaw Records to delve deeper into the subject of Femininity, Yoga and Conformity culture, so deep in fact, we’re going to h...
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Yoga Philosophy – Part 2: Niyamas from 2020-10-07T10:00

Lesley is joining me again this week for Yoga Philosophy Part 2. In this episode, we will look at what the Niyamas actually are, and how we can incorporate them into everyday life.

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Yoga Philosophy – Part 1: Yamas from 2020-09-29T11:00

Joining me this week is a friend and fellow Yoga Punk, Lesley of Midwich Cuckoos and Lockjaw records. In this episode, we will look at what the Yamas actually are, and how we can incorporate them i...
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Learning How To Tune In + Discover Self-Acceptance from 2020-09-23T11:00

This episode is all about you getting to know your body and how it moves. It will begin with a short talk and then be followed by 2 Yoga Asana's that I will take you through step-by-step showi...
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7 Benefits of Yoga for a Punk from 2020-09-16T13:00

Get ready for next years' festival season 🤞 with these 7 benefits of yoga for a punk!
Followed with a 15-minute Kundalini Yoga inspired class which you can access at https://yogapunx...
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Conscious Punkism, Conformity Culture and why anxiety is not the villain from 2020-09-09T12:00

A 20-minute talk on what Conscious Punkism and Conformity Culture are and why anxiety is not the villain. Followed by a loving-kindness meditation.
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Recap of Yoga Punx Unite Season 1 from 2020-08-20T21:00

A recap of the last 14 episodes of Yoga Punx Unite.

👉watch these episodes and participate in the accompanying classes here: from 2020-07-25T09:00
Sometimes in life, it feels like everything falls apart. And while it is important not to just brush it off, or to wallow in it, it is important to acknowledge what you're having to deal wi...
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3 Steps To Free You From Negative Self-Talk from 2020-07-18T09:00

Do you find it feels like more effort to think positively?

You may even feel like negative self-talk is ruling your mind.

Anxiety can certainly bring on negative self-talk. Partic...
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Are We In Control Of Our Decisions from 2020-07-01T11:00

A 15-minute talk to look at how we make decisions, how we're influenced, and the importance of setting boundaries. This talk is followed by a 15-minute yoga class that will leave you feeling g...
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The difference between fear, stress + anxiety from 2020-06-22T12:00

It’s kind of hard to break down the differences between fear, anxiety and stress in one sentence. But here is my attempt, to just give you an overview before I go into detail.

Fear is a re...
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The Vagus Nerve(s) and the Autonomic Nervous System from 2020-05-26T10:00

The communication between our organs and brain are via the Central Nervous System. Within this, we have our Autonomic Nervous System.
Our Autonomic Nervous system is part of the nervous sy...
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3 Meditations to Master your Mind and why they work from 2020-05-16T14:00

Do you feel trapped in the vicious cycle of thought and behaviour patterns? Are your thoughts controlling your life?
It’s really not uncommon, and very easy to get sucked into.
E...
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How to use Yoga Poses to ease feelings of stress and anxiety from 2020-05-07T10:00

Now many of us know that the way the anxiety manifests can be different depending on the person and the type of anxiety they are experiencing.
For me, the security of being in my own home ...
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Finding balance from a place of uncertainty from 2020-04-28T20:00

In this pandemic, lockdown and social distancing are affecting us all differently. In this talk, I cover how to use the breath to find balance, and why it works.
A 15-minute talk followed ...
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How to avoid a sucky meditation practice from 2020-04-28T20:00

A 15-minute talk on the different types of meditation practice and what's more important, consistency, or length of practice. Followed by a 15-minute meditation.

If you’d like to join...
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Cathartics, DIY and Sound Development with Steve Lowry of LITFO from 2020-04-21T09:00

In this episode of the Yoga Punx Unite podcast, I chat with guitarist and vocalist of Laughing in the Face Of, Steve Lowry, about their upcoming release ‘Here Lies Ordinary’. We also dive into how...
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Emotion and Thought from 2020-04-21T08:00

Emotion plays a big role in our decision making. As humans, we are meaning-making machines and will put meaning behind what happens in life.

If you’d like to join the live recording of Yo...
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What is Power? from 2020-04-20T12:00

For a long time I’d play the victim. When anything went wrong I’d think ’why me’ and in some cases proceed to cry. I felt helpless.
I’ve spent most of my life trying to battle with anxiety...
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