Best Tara Bixby Podcasts (2024)

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159. Dr. Ari Calhoun: A much needed conversation about childhood vaccines. 1:03:33

3h ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Dr. Ari Calhoun is a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in neurodevelopment and pediatric neuropsychology. Her expertise lies in perinatal and early development optimization, emphasizing prevention in neurodevelopmental health. Recognizing the complex relationship between the immune system and neurodevelopment, she co-founded the Vaccine Empowerment …

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158. Marilyn Sanders: How childhood trauma and lack of safety shapes a child's nervous system. 59:00

3d ago59:00

59:00

Today, Dr. Marilyn Sanders is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about the impact trauma has on a child's developing nervous system. Dr. Sanders is a board-certified pediatrician, neonatologist, author, scholar, and educator. She provides clinical care for critically ill newborns, infants, and young children at Connecticut Childre…

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157. Caitlin Murray: An honest conversation about motherhood. 55:40

2d ago55:40

55:40

Today, the hilarious Caitlin Murray is joining me on the show to discuss all things motherhood. Caitlin is a humorist, writer, podcaster, future author, mother of three, wife of one, and voice behind the wildly popular Instagram account Big Time Adulting. We're talking about... What Caitlin does to maintain her sanity How she navigated her son’s ca…

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156. Dr. Jodie Skillicorn: Healing depression without medication. 53:09

16d ago53:09

53:09

Hey, friends! Today the brilliant Dr. Jodie Skillicorn is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation on how you can holistically heal depression. Dr. Skillicorn is a holistic, integrative psychiatrist and author of Healing Depression without Medications: A Psychiatrist's Guide to Balancing Mind, Body, and Soul. She integrates conventional…

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155. Brigid Titgemeier: The impact diet and lifestyle has on mental health. 1:05:16

23d ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Today the beyond brilliant Brigid Titgemeier is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about the impact diet and lifestyle has on our mental health. Brigid is a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Entrepreneur, professor, and Mom who is on a mission to help you use food to create health. She is the CEO and Founder of Being Funct…

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Minisode: I don't want to die on this hill. 32:45

28d ago32:45

32:45

Join me in today’s minisode as I process through why I’m changing my narrative, why I’m leaning towards the grey, what I want you to know, and why I don’t want to die on “this” hill. Happy listening!!

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154. Kate White: How the birthing process impacts the nervous system and how birth trauma left me in a state of freeze. 1:16:46

1M ago1:16:46

1:16:46

In today’s episode, I’m going deep… and I get a little emotional. You ready?! Today, the wonderful Kate White is hanging out with us to help me unpack my birth trauma and to also help you gain insight into how labor and delivery impacts the birthing parent’s nervous system. Kate is an award-winning educator and an advanced bodyworker. She is traine…

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153. Anna Goldfarb: Navigating modern friendships. 57:37

1M ago57:37

57:37

I’m excited to share today’s conversation with you because I’m currently navigating a season where I crave friendships and I like to think I’m not alone. Today the fabulous Anna Goldfarb joins us on the podcast to help us understand why we need a new approach to navigating friendships in a time when it’s so easy to shed them. Anna is a journalist, …

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Minisode: If we're going to be friends, you need to know this about me. 26:04

1M ago26:04

26:04

Consider this an emergency (spontaneous) minisode where I let it alllll out. Sparked by the wild comment section of an Instagram post and the even wilder loss of followers (something I'm actually grateful for), I'm sitting down with you here to process it... I'm also sharing with you what you need to know about me if we're going to be friends. Enjo…

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152. Ozan Varol: How to escape conformity, ignite creativity, and awaken your genius. 59:01

2M ago59:01

59:01

Are you ready to escape conformity, ignite creativity, and awaken your genius? If yes, than you're in the right spot. Today the brilliant Ozan Varol is hanging out with us to help you do just that. Ozan is a rocket scientist turned award-winning professor and bestselling author. He is one of the world’s foremost experts in creativity, innovation, a…

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151. Ruby Warrington: It’s okay to question whether or not you want kids. 54:54

2M ago54:54

54:54

Today the fabulous Ruby Warrington is hanging out with us to chat about why it’s okay for women to decide that being a mother just isn’t for them. Ruby is a British-born author, editor, and creator of the term Sober Curious. Author of the 2018 book Sober Curious, and podcast of the same title, her work has spearheaded a global movement to reevaluat…

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150. Corey Keyes: How to feel alive in a world that wears us down. 46:11

2M ago46:11

46:11

Are you languishing? No idea what languishing is? No worries, the wonderful Corey Keyes is here to break it all down for you. Corey Keyes is professor emeritus of Sociology at Emory University and a member of the prestigious international MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Successful Midlife Development and Aging. He has participated in sever…

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Minisode: See you in September 15:12

3M ago15:12

15:12

Hey, friends!! I wanted to update you on the podcast, my status, my plan, and all that good jazz. Chat more with you soon. P.S. Miss you!

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Minisode: Why I hit pause on the podcast AGAIN. 10:20

5M ago10:20

10:20

I know. I suck! I paused the podcast again (for good reason). Hit play and find out why I hit pause, when I'll be back, and where I'm hanging out in the meantime. ...and if you want to hang out in the coziest corner of the internet and be part of a courageous community, come hang out with me in substack. Till next time, biggest hugs.…

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149. Emily Ballesteros: A Much Needed Conversation About Burnout 53:01

6M ago53:01

53:01

Are you struggling with burnout (I mean who isn’t, right?!)? If you’re nodding your head yes, you most definitely want to hit play on today’s episode of the courageously.u podcast. Today the fabulous Emily Ballesteros is joining us on the show to talk about all things burnout and what you can do to prevent and manage burnout in today's busy world. …

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148. Dr. Nicole Amoyal Pensak: All Things Maternal Mental Health 54:42

6M ago54:42

54:42

Today we are creating a much-needed conversation about maternal mental health with the wonderful Dr. Nicole Amoyal Pensak. Dr. Pensak is a clinical psychologist, author, and mother. Trained at Harvard and Yale, Dr. Pensak provides empirically-based treatment that is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of her clients. She is certified in Postpartum …

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147. Kimberly Shannon Murphy: Hope and Healing After Childhood Sexual Abuse 51:06

6M ago51:06

51:06

Hey, friends! Today the courageous (and kick-ass) Kimberly Shannon Murphy is joining us on the show. Kimberly’s a leading Hollywood stuntwoman who has served as a double for numerous A-list actresses, performing in 133 feature films and television shows, including Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Captain America, Bird Box, The Hunger Games, Salt, Eup…

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146. Cameron Rogers: An Honest Conversation About Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Motherhood 56:48

7M ago56:48

56:48

Today's guest is the fabulous Cameron Rogers. Cameron is the founder and host of the Conversations with Cam podcast (formally known as Freckled Foodie & Friends), the voice behind Fill Your Cup over on Substack, a mental health advocate, and a momma to two little boys. In today’s episode, we chat about… How pregnancy and postpartum impacted Cameron…

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Minisode: I need you to get curious 14:12

7M ago14:12

14:12

Listen in as I process my thoughts and feelings with you regarding why I need you to get curious. Word of warning... The audio quality isn't the best because I recorded on a voice memo (through bluetooth) while driving to work. However, the message is still important, so I hope you find this helpful. Feel free to share this with anyone you think wo…

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145. Elise Loehnen: The Price Women Pay to Be Good 1:06:39

7M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Today’s guest is the wonderful Elise Loehnen. Elise is a writer, editor, podcaster, momma, horse whisperer, and serious book lover. She’s the host of the Pulling the Thread podcast, which is a podcast focused on pulling apart the stories we tell about who we are—and then putting those threads back together. She’s also the author of the instant New …

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144. Dr. Richard Schwartz: You Are the One You’ve Been Waiting For 55:58

7M ago55:58

55:58

I'm back and couldn't think of a better guest to help me kick off my return than Dr. Richard Schwartz. Dr. Richard Schwartz is hanging out with us to discuss all things internal family systems and to help you understand why you’re the one you’ve been waiting for. In today's episode, we talk about... What internal family systems looks like The role …

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Minisode: My Postpartum Experience 42:16

8M ago42:16

42:16

I'm back (at least I think I am). Man, have I missed you!! After a year away, I'm so excited to be back. In today's minisode, I'm sharing my postpartum experience. Man, did it kick my butt! I'm talking about navigating postpartum during a season when I already struggle with seasonal depression, the horrific anxiety that sank in as soon as the sun s…

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Minisode: We Need to Normalize Hard 19:48

1y ago19:48

19:48

Hey, friend! Today we're chatting about why we need to normalize hard and stop expecting people to "suck it up." If you've ever felt alone in a struggle or are navigating a hard season of life, this episode is for you. When you're ready, hit play, and I'll be waiting for you inside today's minisode. Biggest hugs!…

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Minisode: Why I Went MIA.... 18:17

1y ago18:17

18:17

Well, hello, friend! It's been a hot minute since I've shown up here. In today's minisode, I'm discussing why I went mia from the courageously.u podcast. If you're curious, go ahead and hit play, and I'll be waiting for you inside today's minisode. Biggest hugs!

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143. Tara Schuster: Simple Practices to Heal Your Soul 57:18

1+ y ago57:18

57:18

Tara Schuster is an author, contributor to InStyle, The New Yorker, and Forbes, among others, and former vice president of talent and development at Comedy Central. Her latest book, Glow in the F*cking Dark, is a guide to healing your deepest wounds, getting off your “good enough” plateau, and creating the spectacular life that you most desire. We'…

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142. Morganne Skinner: Endometriosis Awareness 44:25

1+ y ago44:25

44:25

March is endometriosis awareness month, and If you know me, you know I’m passionate about women’s hormonal health. That’s why I invited the wonderful Morganne Skinner onto the show to help me spread more awareness about endo. Morganne Skinner is a registered nurse, freelance nurse writer, and fertility awareness educator. Her experience with endome…

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141. Deb Dana: Introduction to Polyvagal Theory 1:03:21

2y ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Today Deb Dana is hanging out with us to chat all things Polyvagal Theory. Deb Dana is a clinician, consultant, author, and speaker who specializes in complex trauma. Her work is focused on using the lens of Polyvagal Theory to understand and resolve the impact of trauma and in creating ways of working that honor the role of the autonomic nervous s…

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140. Scott Stossel: My Age of Anxiety 58:50

2y ago58:50

58:50

Today Scott Stossel is helping me create a conversation around anxiety and psych meds. You might recognize his name if you watched the Netflix documentary Take Your Pills: Xanax as he was featured in it. Scott is the National Editor of The Atlantic, the author of My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind and Sarge: The …

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139. Chris Kresser: The Impact Nutrient Deficiencies Have On Mental Health 1:03:49

2y ago1:03:49

1:03:49

Did you know that most Americans are deficient in several essential vitamins and minerals - vitamins and minerals that can help improve your mental health? Today the brilliant Chris Kresser is hanging out with us to discuss the role nutrient deficiencies play in mental health and what we can do about it. Chris is the co-founder of the California Ce…

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138. Donald Altman: A Story of Hope, Healing and Renewal 52:47

2y ago52:47

52:47

Today the wonderful Donald Altman is hanging out with us to discuss his newest book, Travelers - a story about overcoming grief while finding hope, healing, and renewal. Donald Altman is a psychotherapist, Award-winning writer, international workshop trainer, former Buddhist monk, and past Vice-President of The Center for Mindful Eating. In today's…

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137. Dr. Paul Bloom: Introduction to Psychology 53:52

2y ago53:52

53:52

Class is officially in session! Dr. Paul Bloom is hanging out with us on the show to discuss his new book Psych, The Story of the Human Mind, which is a book he built around his Yale introduction to psychology course. In today's episode, we talk about... - Why he wanted to turn his class into a book - Why he calls psychology a young science - What …

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Minisode: I Need You to Slow Down and This Is Why 12:09

2y ago12:09

12:09

Hit play to hear why I think so many people are struggling with their mental health today. I talk about when the Jetsons met the Flintstones, why your nervous system is freaking out, and what you can do to help it feel safe. P.S. Love this minisode? Feel free to share it with a friend who would benefit from hearing it. 🤩…

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136. Dr. Seth Gillihan: Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 59:03

2y ago59:03

59:03

Are you ready to overcome negative thinking, discover deep healing, and find lasting peace? If you’re nodding your head yes, then this episode is for you. Dr. Seth Gillihan is a practicing psychologist, author, former professor, and podcast host of the Think Act Be podcast. He is the author of multiple books on mindfulness and CBT, with his latest …

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Minisode: Why Resting Is Productive 5:33

2y ago5:33

5:33

Do you feel lazy when you rest? Do you feel like you always have to be productive? If you can relate, this minisode is for you, my friend! Hit play, and I'm going to tell you why it's time to change your definition of productivity. P.S. Love this minisode? Feel free to share it with a friend who would benefit from hearing it. 🤩…

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135. Sadie Sutton: Persisting Through Teenage Depression and Anxiety 51:39

2y ago51:39

51:39

Today the courageous Sadie Sutton is hanging out with us on the show to share how she navigated her mental health as a teen. Sadie is a 19-year-old psychology student at the University of Pennsylvania. After receiving a year and a half of intensive treatment for severe depression and anxiety, and since fully recovering from severe depression and an…

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Minisode: Do This the Next Time You Feel Anxious or Agitated 3:39

2y ago3:39

3:39

Anxiety and agitation are signs that your nervous system has shifted into a sympathetic state of fight-or-flight, and stress hormones are now flowing in your body. Sihing is a fantastic way to shift your nervous system out of a sympathetic state and back into a ventral state of calm. If you're new to nervous system work, you want to be in a ventral…

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134. Dr. Joanna Moncrieff: Debunking the Chemical Imbalance Theory 55:43

2y ago55:43

55:43

Today the fabulous Dr. Joanna Moncrieff is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about all things psychiatric medications. If you’re on meds or are considering getting on meds, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Moncrieff is a psychiatrist, researcher, professor, and best-selling author. She is a professor of Critical and Social Psyc…

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133. Jenna Hollenstein: Intuitive Eating for Life 1:01:14

2y ago1:01:14

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Ready to get off the diet roller coaster? Jenna Hollenstein is hanging out with us today to discuss how mindfulness can deepen and sustain your intuitive eating practice. Jenna is a nutrition therapist, meditation teacher, and author of five books. Her work combines intuitive eating, trauma-sensitive mindfulness, Polyvagal theory, and other embodie…

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132. Stuart Sandeman: The Power of Breath 1:04:29

2y ago1:04:29

1:04:29

Stuart Sandeman is hanging out with us inside Episode 132 to talk all things breathwork. Stuart is a globally recognized breathing expert, performance coach, and author. He is the founder of Breathpod, which helps individuals and groups reach their full potential through the power of breathing. We talk about... - Why controlling your breath is impo…

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131. Donna Jackson Nakazawa: Helping Girls Thrive in an Era of Increased Anxiety and Depression 1:03:12

2y ago1:03:12

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Donna Jackson Nakazawa is hanging out with us to discuss how we can help girls thrive in an era of increased anxiety and depression. Today’s conversation is more important than ever because in case you didn’t know, girls are more prone to depression and anxiety than ever before and Donna’s here to help you understand the science of why this is. Don…

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130. Michael Slepian: Everything You Need to Know About Secrets 31:54

2y ago31:54

31:54

Did you know that on average, people keep as many as thirteen secrets at any given time? Today Michael Slepian is hanging out with us to discuss all things secrets. Michael studies the psychology of secrets and how keeping secrets affect variables that govern social and organizational life. He’s also a professor at Columbia Business School, author …

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Minisode: One Thing to Do to Make Your Time Richer 11:32

2y ago11:32

11:32

I don't know about you, but I feel like there's not enough time in the day to do all the things I want to do. If you feel like you're in the same canoe as me, this is an episode you'll definitely want to hit play on. Inside today's minisode, I'm sharing my favorite practice on how to be more efficient with your time while also making it richer. If …

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129. Melissa Bond: Journey to the Edge of Madness 50:26

2y ago50:26

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Today’s guest is here to share how her struggle with unbearable insomnia led to an accidental descent into prescription benzodiazepine dependence. Melissa Bond is a narrative journalist and poet. In the years of her dependence on benzodiazepines, Melissa blogged and became a regular contributor for Mad in America. ABC World News Tonight interviewed…

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Minisode: How to Reduce Driving Anxiety 17:40

2y ago17:40

17:40

Do you struggle with driving anxiety? If you're nodding your head yes, this episode is for you, my friend! Inside this minisode, I'm sharing eight things that help reduce my anxiety when driving. Yup, even I experience anxiety when driving sometimes. If you loved these tips and you know someone who'd benefit from hearing them, please share this min…

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128. Dr. Robin Stern: Everything You Need to Know About Gaslighting 49:34

2y ago49:34

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Dr. Robin Stern is the go-to gaslighting expert. She’s a licensed psychoanalyst, speaker, author, and co-founder and associate director for the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. She’s also an associate research scientist at the Child Study Center at Yale. In 2007, Dr. Robin Stern published the critically acclaimed, The Gaslight Effect: How to…

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127. Dr. Christopher Palmer: The Brain Energy Theory of Mental Illness 1:05:13

2y ago1:05:13

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Dr. Palmer is a Harvard Medical School Physician, researcher, author, assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and consultant working at the interface of metabolism, metabolic disorders, and what we call mental disorders. In today's episode, we talk about... - Why Dr. Palmer believes mental health disorders are metabolic disorde…

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126. Dr. Glenn Schiraldi: How to Improve Your Self-Esteem 52:49

2y ago52:49

52:49

Dr. Glenn Schiraldi is an author, graduate of West Point, Vietnam-era veteran, and founder of Resilience Training International. He has served on the stress management faculties at the pentagon, the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, and the University of Maryland School of Public Health, where he received the Outstanding Teaching A…

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125. Brooke Siem: May Cause Side Effects 1:05:55

2y ago1:05:55

1:05:55

Brooke Siem is a speaker, author, award-winning chef, and Food Network “Chopped” Champion. She was among the first generation of teens to be medicated with antidepressants. After spending half her life—and her entire adult life—on antidepressants, she wondered: Who might I be without them? Six years after taking her last antidepressant and now full…

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Minisode: Why It’s Important to Explore the Root Cause 5:51

2y ago5:51

5:51

Hey, friend! In today's minisode, I'm talking about why it's important to explore the root cause of your symptoms. If you find this minisode helpful, please share it with someone who'd benefit from listening. If there's a topic you'd like me to cover in a future minisode, don't hesitate to send me a DM on Insta. Biggest hugs, Tara…

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124. Dr. Cassie Holmes: Expand Your Time and Focus on What Matters Most 55:53

2y ago55:53

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Dr. Cassie Holmes is here to help you feel empowered with your time and to also help you design your hours to be more in alignment with what matters to you. Dr. Cassie Holmes is one of the world’s leading authorities on time and happiness. She is a social psychologist, author, researcher, and professor at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management. Her w…

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