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Welcome to the ACB Radio Community Podcast, home to content from ACB sponsored community events. Our community is growing and we want everyone to find their place in it. From technology to the kitchen, from hobbies and sports to exercise and meditation, and timely discussions to formal presentations, we now have a place to share, learn, and grow. Although most social events will not be shared on this feed, all topic driven content will be, and we invite everyone to take part in this ACB community.

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    20250525 ACB Membership Focus call

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 43:58


    20250525 ACB Membership Focus call Originally Broadcasted May 25, 2025, on ACB Media 6   The "Membership focus" speaker was Janet Dickelman, ACB Convention Coordinator. Janet told all participants how to access all the ACB convention activities-both virtual and hybrid. Participants learned about what's happening this year and asked questions.   Sponsored by: ACB Membership Committee     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250525 Sunday Night Shellin'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 60:41


    20250525 Sunday Night Shellin' Originally Broadcasted May 25, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Cindy LaBon and Diane Ducharme every other Sunday for a discussion about all things Shells - it could be peanut shells, seashells but mostly BlindShells. Cindy and Diane love answering questions so bring lots to the discussion.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250523 Its Play Time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 42:26


    20250523 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250523 A Blind View

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 59:26


    20250523 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bel as she spoke with members of ACB's Voting Task Force and learned about some of the changes affecting the membership   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250523 In Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 60:20


    20250523 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured a  point-counterpoint between former New York Congressman John Leboutillier and Newsmax columnist John Gizzy   Sponsored by: Branco Events     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250523 Learning Blind Tech with Desiree Renee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 56:14


    20250523 Learning Blind Tech with Desiree Renee Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2025, on ACB Media 5     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250522 Claim Your Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 53:50


    20250522 Claim Your Happiness Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2025, on ACB Media 5   A monthly interactive presentation based on the book Happy for No Reason; a self-help model lead by Darian Slayton Fleming, Certified Happiness Trainer.   Sponsored by Embrace Happiness     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250522 I Love Braille

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 61:58


    20250522 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2025, on ACB Media 5   On the fourth Thursday of every month, I Love Braille had some fun activity related to braille.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250521 Office Space-Its a G suite thang

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 52:13


    20250521 Office Space-Its a G suite thang Originally Broadcasted May 21, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Beginning this week, Office Space turned its sites (see what we did there) on the Google Suite and all of the productivity apps available. Participants tuned in to see what we covered first!   Sponsored by: ViperTech Training     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250520 Homophones with Mary Haupt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 58:26


    20250520 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants learned the correct uses of "B A L L" and "B A W L" and "B E R T H" and "B I R T H."       Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250520 Herbies Community Cooking CornerOriginally Broadcasted May 20, 2025, on ACB Media 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 62:27


    20250520 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Peanut Butter Balls Presented by Malissa. An ingredients list was provided on the call. I take requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo.   Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email the ACB Cooks Find the Cooking Corner on Youtube   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250519 Sports Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 59:32


    20250519 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted May 19, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250519 AAVL and ACB Mental Health Committee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 54:53


    20250519 AAVL and ACB Mental Health Committee Originally Broadcasted May 19, 2025, on ACB Media 6   Pam Shaw and Debby Green joined us and had some fun. Mind your mental Health in your Golden Years.   Sponsored by: Alliance On Aging and Vision Loss     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250517 Basic iPhone class

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 56:03


    20250517 Basic iPhone class Originally Broadcasted May 17, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, participants joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250517 Blindness Prematurity Call one-year anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 58:18


    20250517 Blindness Prematurity Call one-year anniversary Originally Broadcasted May 17, 2025, on ACB Media 5   We turned one! Participants celebrated and shared—were there other preemies or sighted siblings in your family? Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250517 Community Unmuted

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 55:20


    20250517 Community Unmuted Originally Broadcasted May 17, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode, we answered your tech questions!   Sponsored by: Club Unmute Access Unmute Presents Podcasts     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250516 Its Play Time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 38:51


    20250516 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 16, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250516 In Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 58:52


    20250516 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 16, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured Lisa Busch, author of the memoir Close Calls: Voices of Love and Fear   Sponsored by: Branco Events       Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250515 I Love Braille

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 63:38


    20250515 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 15, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This month's polestar, Melissa Hudson, shared her experience with learning and using braille. Melissa has been a lifetime braille user.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250514 Office space

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 58:30


    20250514 Office space Originally Broadcasted May 14, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Welcome to Office Space! The place to learn about using your Windows PC with Tyson Ernst, access technology instructor for the state of Washington.   Sponsored by: ViperTech Training   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250514 Cowboys & Ranch recipe swaps

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 31:38


    20250514 Cowboys & Ranch recipe swaps Originally Broadcasted May 14, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants shared their favorite recipes which you might find on a chuck wagon at our next recipe swap. Tell us what you think Cowboys would like whether they are out on the range or back at the ranch! If you don't have a recipe to share, no worries, just come and say hi!     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250513 Pitch Fast and Elevate Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 71:26


    20250513 Pitch Fast and Elevate Yourself Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This was a hands-on and engaging session with Jeff Bishop and Zelda Gebhard, members of the ACB Board of Publications. We learned and practiced strategies on how and when to express our opinions in public spaces while being respectful. We learned and practiced putting together our personal Elevator Pitches. Be brave — it's all for fun!   Sponsored By: ACB Next Generation     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250513 Homophones with Mary Haupt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 55:57


    20250513 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This week, we concentrated on "A L L O W E D" and "A L O U D" and "B R E A D" and "B R E D."   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250513 Games to Play with Lady A!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 57:17


    20250513 Games to Play with Lady A! Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250513 Herbies Community Cooking Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 59:52


    20250513 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This time: Chicken Fried Steak with gravy and scrambled Eggs. If you Cook along, you need the following: FOR THE CHICKEN FRIED STEAK: 1 1/2 cups whole milk 2 large eggs 2 cups of all-purpose flour 2 tsp. seasoned salt Black pepper 3/4 tsp. paprika 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 3 lb. cube steak (tenderized) Kosher salt 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil 1 Tbsp. butter FOR THE GRAVY: 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour 4 cups of whole milk 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt Black pepper If you wish to do the scrambled eggs, then extra eggs for that. I take requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo.   Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email the ACB Cooks Find the Cooking Corner on Youtube   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250512 Bookability

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 59:06


    20250512 Bookability Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as they answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended their book lists to infinity and beyond. Please also join the announce-only Bookability list by sending a blank email to: bookability+subscribe@groups.io     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250512 Sports Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 59:00


    20250512 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250511 Sunday Night Shellin'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 59:05


    20250511 Sunday Night Shellin' Originally Broadcasted May 11, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Cindy LaBon and Diane Ducharme every other Sunday for a discussion about all things Shells - it could be peanut shells, seashells but mostly BlindShells. Cindy and Diane love answering questions so bring lots to the discussion.       Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250510 Basics with BITS - Open Forum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 57:04


    20250510 Basics with BITS - Open Forum Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This time, it was an Open Forum, where we asked our participants what topics you would like presented on Basics With BITS. We want to hear from you, so bring us your thoughts and ideas, and help us learn how to better serve the needs of our community.   Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Specialists     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250510 Handy Around the House

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 36:01


    20250510  Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Need help with small home repairs like fixing outlets, installing smoke detectors, or squeaky doors? Participants join us each month to share DIY tips and tricks with other handy members of the ACB Community. Let's tackle those everyday fixes together!   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250509 Its Play Time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 50:40


    20250509 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250509 A Blind View – More Than Meets the Eye

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 55:58


    20250509 A Blind View – More Than Meets the Eye Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   **Participants joined Bel for an uplifting conversation about how we show the world who we are beyond blindness. From music lovers and comedians to leaders and storytellers, we explored the many ways blind individuals express their personality, challenge assumptions, and share their full selves. Come ready to reflect, share, and celebrate what truly makes you . **     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250509 In Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 57:33


    20250509 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Jean Marcley, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and Standup Comic Sponsored by: Branco Events Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250509 Travel Ready - From Home to Hotel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 58:16


    20250509 Travel Ready - From Home to Hotel Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Whether planning for the upcoming ACB convention or a weekend get-away, join us for an hour of sharing travel tips and tricks to get you ready. Topics included: finding flights, efficient packing, asking for help, acclimating to unfamiliar surroundings, budgeting, and stretching every dollar, staying organized in your temporary abode, and utilizing the tools we have available to us. Be sure to bring your travel nuggets along to share as well.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250509 Pathways with Patty - Low Tech No Tech Asks Hey Casey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 48:04


    20250509 Pathways with Patty - Low Tech No Tech Asks Hey Casey Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Bridging the great chasm which separates the Disabled from the non-disabled. What can we as persons who are blind do to complete this mission? What types of information building blocks do you need to build such bridges in your life? Previously, we gathered to talk about our tech challenges. Many had questions. Now, Casey Mathews of Web Friendly Help is going to try to answer some of them. Sponsored by Web Friendly Help Join the Pathways with Patty Facebook group     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250508 Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage - What Does This Button Do?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 59:59


    20250508 Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage - What Does This Button Do? Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Have you ever felt overwhelmed when navigating the exhaustive list of menu options in the Settings app? Participants joined Bel and Rick as they took a closer look at some of these options and explained what they really mean.   contact the facilitator     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250508 Essential Oils with Hayley-Rest and manage stress

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 57:54


    20250508 Essential Oils with Hayley-Rest and manage stress Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   After just completing an intense week at our state training facility, I could not have done it without the support from my essential oils when it came to the rest, I needed to get through the day as well as to combat the moments of anxiety. Participants joined me in finding out just how I use them and how they may benefit them.   Email the facilitator     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250508 Vispero - Access settings in Microsoft Edge with JAWS

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 57:38


    20250508 Vispero - Access settings in Microsoft Edge with JAWS Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants learned how to access, search, and sync settings, plus manage important data in the Edge browser with JAWS   Sponsored by: Vispero     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250508 I Love Braille - "I have a question"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 60:12


    20250508 I Love Braille  I have a question Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants asked and answered braille related questions. This was quite an interactive session.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250508 Berl Colley Leadership Training - Things to know if considering board service

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 59:09


    20250508 Berl Colley Leadership Training - Things to know if considering board service Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 6   Serving on a board can be rewarding, but it also comes with important responsibilities. Participants joined the next Berl Colley Leadership Training as we talked with ACB Board Member Kenneth Semien Sr. about what board service really means and explored helpful resources for current and future leaders. Thinking about joining a board? Don't miss this!   Sponsored by: Berl Colley Leadership Training Committee     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250507 Harambee-What Black Motherhood Means to Me

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 53:03


    20250507 Harambee-What Black Motherhood Means to Me Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Black motherhood is a delicate balance of raising children to feel empowered while understanding the challenges of being Black in America. As Mother's Day approached, participants joined us as we shared what Black motherhood truly means.   Sponsored by: Harambee Alliance of the Blind Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250507 Office Space - A journey into the cloud

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 61:10


    20250507 Office Space - A journey into the cloud Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5   In this episode, we explored cloud storage options. Drop box, one drive and Google drive… Which option is easiest to use, best for housing and sharing your information, and which is the most secure.   Sponsored by: ViperTech Training   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250507 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 59:23


    20250507 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Participants joined the conversation with Chef Debra, the Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen, to learn about and share adaptive cooking tools and strategies for cooking safely, confidently, and independently in spite of vision loss.   Sponsored By: The Blind Kitchen Visit the Blind Kitchen on YouTube     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250506 Homophones with Mary Haupt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 54:32


    20250506 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined us for some friendly competition as we played the third and final session of our current game of "Homophone Bee."   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250506 Herbies Community Cooking Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 59:06


    20250506 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Garlic bread Pizza. If you cook along, you need the following: 1 loaf French baguette or Italian bread 1/4 C unsalted butter (melted) 4 cloves garlic minced 1 tsp dried Italian seasonings or oregano 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional-for a bit of heat) 1 Cup marinara sauce (store bought or homemade) 1 1/2 Cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 Cups of  grated parmesan cheese **toppings of choice (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell pepper, olives, onion, etc.) ** **fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish) ** Preheated oven at 375 Degrees Baking sheet Parchment paper or light cooking spray Knife Mixing bowl I take requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email the ACB Cooks Find the Cooking Corner on Youtube     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250505 Sports Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 59:46


    20250505 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250503 Basic iPhone class

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 59:46


    20250503 Basic iPhone class Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, participants joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250503 Demand Our Access

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 48:34


    20250503 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Jonathan discussed accessibility overlays and using AI in the testing of digital content for accessibility.   Sponsored by: Demand Our Access   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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    20250503 Blindness Prematurity Call

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 47:44


    20250503 Blindness Prematurity Call Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Do preemies have more health problems     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250503 Community Unmuted

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 58:00


    20250503 Community Unmuted Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode, we answered your tech questions!   Sponsored by: Club Unmute Access Unmute Presents Podcasts     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

    20250502 Its Play Time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 47:38


    20250502 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

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