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The idea of “the common good” has a rich history within the Christian church. It’s the notion that, as we pursue Jesus in our lives and in the lives of others, we are fulfilling God’s purposes for His creation. This pursuit can be messy. It means rolling up our sleeves and creating space for hard conversations about real issues that impact our lives. Things like parenting, marriage, finances, politics, art, and culture. On The Common Good, Brian From creates space to have these conversations, to sit with the big questions that we all have, to sometimes disagree, but to always look for the chance to create common good, by following after Jesus. Brian welcome listeners to join them in these conversations, to bring their own questions, hopes, and struggles, and to ultimately share in a journey to see God’s design for all of us fulfilled.

The Common Good


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    4.9 from 29 ratings Listeners of The Common Good Podcast that love the show mention: daily, guys, topics, show, work, listening, great, ian and brian.


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    The Common Good Podcast hosted by Ian and Brian is an exceptional show that brings positivity and meaningful conversations into the lives of its listeners. With its diverse range of topics and guests, including local church pastors, the show offers a unique perspective on various issues and explores how they impact ministry. It is a fantastic companion to the weekdaily routine, providing a balance of topical discussions, thought-provoking insights, and moments of humor. I highly recommend this podcast for anyone looking for a relevant and engaging listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of The Common Good Podcast is the insight it provides into current events from a Christian perspective. Ian and Brian skillfully delve into topics that are often overlooked by mainstream media but are crucial in understanding the world we live in. Their discussions offer a deep level of analysis and thoughtfulness that can be difficult to find elsewhere. Additionally, the inclusion of local church pastors as guests brings an added layer of authenticity to the conversations, making them even more relatable and impactful.

    While The Common Good Podcast has many positive attributes, there is one aspect that some listeners may find less appealing. Recently, there has been a plan to break up segments into separate podcasts, which can make it challenging to follow along seamlessly. This change may disrupt the flow and cohesiveness of the overall listening experience for those who prefer full episodes. However, it's worth noting that this issue could potentially be resolved by returning to just the full episodes format.

    In conclusion, The Common Good Podcast is an outstanding show hosted by Ian and Brian that provides listeners with positivity, insightful conversations, and thought-provoking analysis. It stands out among other media sources as it explores topics often overlooked while offering Christian perspectives on current events. Although there might be some drawbacks like segment separation in recent episodes, overall, this podcast is highly recommended for its relevance, entertainment value, and ability to stimulate meaningful reflection in its audience's lives.



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    A School Shooting Like Yesterday Can Only Be Summed Up In One Word... Evil

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 50:53


    College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 The Gospel Coalition on X: "Christ on Every Page: How the Book of Jonah Points to Jesus " / X David French on X: "I don't know a single person who thinks prayer is "enough." But it is indispensable. This is why we pray (I wrote this after the Covenant shooting): https://t.co/pX86Lo4c6h https://t.co/RuScRNB5Es" / X When Will Meta Stop Trying to Hurt Children? Derek Radney on X: "Keller’s thirdwayism was never about some middle way, rather he was showing that the gospel brings about a way that is different from, transcends, and cuts across both wrong ways." / X Gavin Ortlund on X: "To know that your sins are forgiven, and love Jesus for forgiving them, provides hope and focus for each day." / X Louie Giglio on X: "The Holy Spirit isn't looking for extraordinary people, He's looking for anybody who would say to Him, 'Fill me and do through me things that I cannot do on my own.' https://t.co/iLWE9ZvQ0q https://t.co/NkcTsmeglB" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam Holz with Plugged In reacts to the Taylor Swift engagement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 10:36


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    Alistair Begg talks about his new book "God of the Ordinary: A Study in the Book of Ruth"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 18:46


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    Why Uncomfortable Togetherness Mattered

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 42:53


    Dan White Jr. on X: "https://t.co/oH6xN8HTtu" / X The Gospel Coalition on X: "I Miss the Pews: Why Uncomfortable Togetherness Mattered " / X NoSkoZone on X: "Coach Prime reaction to the news of Shilo Sanders being cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers https://t.co/UD7tNs2uyF" / X Cracker Barrel on X: "We thank our guests for sharing your voices and love for Cracker Barrel. We said we would listen, and we have. Our new logo is going away and our “Old Timer” will remain. At Cracker Barrel, it’s always been – and always will be – about serving up delicious food, warm https://t.co/C32QMLOeq0" / X Daily Devotions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Galen Ryman, Lead Pastor at First Nazarene Church in Lemont, IL

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 11:05


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    Jeff Dodge, Author of "Gospel 201"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 10:35


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    Joannie DeBrito, with Focus on the Family gets ready for the start of the school year

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 11:35


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    Drawn to Songs About God's Faithfulness Over Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 42:40


    John MacArthur's son shares father's final words to him, grows emotional during memorial service A Discouraging Compliment to Receive After Preaching - Eric Geiger – Eric Geiger, Author and Senior Pastor, Mariners Church Married man secretly wed again, got busted after second wife gave birth at hospital where first wife worked The Power of Redemption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kim Cantin, Author of "Where Yellow Flowers Bloom"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 9:08


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    What Do You Remember About the First Day of School?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 49:54


    Jamie Kennedy on X: ""Be a good person first" Some incredible life advice from Tommy Fleetwood. https://t.co/RkUBIbZw7e" / X Indian Christians Defiant Amid Death Threats and Raids - Christianity Today Greg Berge on X: "Eli Manning on youth sports: “I wanna ride with your dad on the car ride home.” That line says it all. Parents: the game ends when the whistle blows. The car ride home should build joy, not steal it. Be that parent. https://t.co/a7pnXO9SPd" / X Japanese city proposes two-hour daily limit for smartphone use The Gospel Coalition on X: "Accept God’s Invitation to Rest " / X The Biggest Planned Parenthood in the Country Is ClosingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    When You Play with Fire You End Up Burning It All Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 51:46


    Shams Charania on X: "Breaking: Malik Beasley is no longer a target of the federal gambling investigation conducted by the Eastern District of New York, his attorneys Steve Haney and Mike Schachter told ESPN. This potentially reopens free agency for one of the NBA's top shooters. https://t.co/elbC09hprW" / X How Judges Points to Jesus The Gospel Coalition on X: "The 4 Faces of America’s Nones " / X Good News for Parents Cracker Barrel shares plummet after pushback on new logo, brand refresh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ed Welch, author of "Fear Is Not a Sin, It Is A Call to Action"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 10:21


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    The Death of An Evangelical Icon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 49:45


    Dr. James Dobson, influential faith leader and advisor to five presidents, dies at 89 | Fox News Study suggests online religious services may be less effective than in person 'We Do Get to Heaven by Good Works'—Franklin Graham Corrects President Trump's Heaven Comment Evangelist Ray Comfort Calls the Sinner’s Prayer 'Unbiblical': 'It’s Not in Scripture' A Lifestyle of Continual Forgiveness | First15 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Josh Moody, Senior Pastor of College Church in Wheaton

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 18:25


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    The Implications of Being Made In The Image of Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 51:01


    All Aboard the Annual "Big Nude Cruise" from Miami 6 Implications of Being Made in the Image of God Dr. Derwin L. Gray on X: "Nearly half of U.S. Christians don’t attend church, State of the Bible finds "Nearly half of American Christians, 45 percent, have not attended church in the past six months, the American Bible Society said in its latest release from the 2025." https://t.co/IqQsAUKDRi" / X J.D. Greear on X: "We find hope by keeping our gaze on this glorious picture: Jesus reigns victorious, his mission will ultimately be accomplished, and his Word will triumph. https://t.co/BETohPsEbl https://t.co/iD38Rri8nr" / X Are we in a crisis of rudeness? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dan Ruta, Executive Pastor at Mission Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 11:02


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    How the Romans Road Changed the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 48:36


    Fascinating on X: "During World War II, a young American officer stepped away for a quick bathroom break, and when he returned, he discovered that another officer had taken his seat on the bomber he was supposed to board. Left behind, he had no choice but to catch another plane. The bomber he was https://t.co/TlUnLdRgEj" / X Roseanne Barr Says God Told Her to Post Tweet That Ended Her Career Ryan Burge

    Tim Badal with Village Bible Church in Sugar Grove, IL

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 11:21


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    Adam Holz with Plugged In Talks Movies and TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 10:37


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    Why Is Church Important?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 47:05


    China’s Quiet Revival, One Handwritten Bible Verse at a Time - Christianity Today Matt Smethurst on X: "“He deserved the peace; we deserve the punishment. But guess what? He gets the punishment, and we get the peace.” —@TimKellerNYC https://t.co/dE4dT6snTz" / X challies on X: "Flashback: ...we can have complete confidence that the One who invited us is waiting to receive us—that he who was welcomed to the side of his Father will most certainly welcome us in the same way. https://t.co/ZNoOrQ4PDh" / X Think Theologically See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What Is It Nats and Mosquitos Can Teach Us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 53:09


    The Mercy of Gnats (and Other Outdoor Discomforts) Ivy League-trained psychologist: ‘A parent’s job is never to make their kid happy’—what to do instead All Pro Dad on X: "

    Zach Mettler, Author at Daily Citizen for Focus on the Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 9:31


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    Frank Rooney, former US Ambassador to the Vatican

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 9:04


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    How Do We Figure Out the Will of God?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 51:16


    AOL is ending its dial-up service, disconnecting from the 1990's internet era - CBS News Christianity Today on X: "“The call for the church is not to figure out how to speak the grammar of TikTok,” writes @drmoore. “It’s to realize that our cultural grammars are shaping us, forming us, discipling us, right down to the questions we ask.” https://t.co/XtM0Gs76hR" / X challies on X: "Flashback: ...at its most basic level, the will of God for our lives is very simple. God wishes for us to be like him, which is to say, God wishes for us to be holy. https://t.co/Kj3kpn2JWB" / X Fascinating on X: "Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer reacts to the launch of Apple's iPhone in 2007. https://t.co/YA0Z98kGR1" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dave Harvey, author of "The Clay Pot Conspiracy"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 9:42


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    An Example of the Power of Forgiveness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 51:32


    https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45926495/beasley-subject-gambling-probe-evicted-apartment Jason Romano on X: "Wow! The power of forgiveness. I will shout from the rooftop until I die about the importance for all of us to live to forgive." / X Pastor returns to megachurch after being released from prison for $3.6M fraud conviction See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Do We Trust God's Plan For Our Lives?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 51:16


    The Truest Friend Stays with You at Rock Bottom Viewers horrified after doc about adult star Bonnie Blue, who slept with 1,000 men, airs on TV: 'Literal porn' One of the Greatest Challenges We Will Ever Face | Tim Challies Couple Worried as Both Develop Mysterious Symptoms—Then Comes Realization - Newsweek 'Gray Divorce' Is On The Rise, And Relationship Experts Think This Is Why See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Danger In Finding Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 46:42


    Don’t Misread Proverbs The Gospel Coalition on X: "‘Finding Yourself’ Is Harder Than You Think " / X Wall Street Apes on X: "This post got 136k+ Likes in under 24 hours. Younger Americans say they have no future “They tell us to stop eating out and rents $2,000 a month. Oh, save for retirement, and yet you can barely save for next week. Go buy a house, every house is half a million dollars” “I'm not https://t.co/tAsi8ouvsM" / X Greg Stier on X: "Evangelism is worship with skin in the game. It’s far easier to sing praises to God in a room full of believers than it is to declare his glory and story to resistant unbelievers. I wonder how many worshippers, who powerfully belt out praises to God in church, never share the" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Doug Jacoby talks about his new book "Amen and Amen"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 10:25


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    Kelsey McGinnis talks about Michael Tate, the Newsboys and the underbelly of Christian music

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 10:45


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    The Sign of a True Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 49:31


    The Truest Friend Stays with You at Rock Bottom Viewers horrified after doc about adult star Bonnie Blue, who slept with 1,000 men, airs on TV: 'Literal porn' One of the Greatest Challenges We Will Ever Face | Tim Challies Couple Worried as Both Develop Mysterious Symptoms—Then Comes Realization - Newsweek 'Gray Divorce' Is On The Rise, And Relationship Experts Think This Is WhySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Noah Brink, author of Jesus Above School

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 10:23


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    Why Government Support for Religion Doesn't Necessarily Mean Good Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 49:10


    Radioactive wasp nest found at site where U.S. once made nuclear bombs NRM84 on X: "The damage shown here is wild. https://t.co/ST0JSjecIt" / X Why government support for religion doesn’t necessarily make people more religious Tim Tebow on X: "To anyone who’s felt rejected or unworthy, God still sees you. He created you on purpose and for a purpose. https://t.co/QQM6xVS5c4" / X Divorce Rates Are Falling and Marriage Is Rising, Says Leading Researcher - Michael Foust | Crosswalk.com Sports Spectrum on X: "All of us will face trials and difficulties, losses and pains, in the course of our journey through life. Will we be willing to persevere and endure anyway? Will we continue to trust God and believe Him? Check out Friday's devotional. https://t.co/JgpzmR9vsC" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Iain Duguid, author of "Turning the World Upside Down"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 9:18


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    How Do We Find Moral Courage In This Day and Age?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 53:17


    New Jersey church threatened by eminent domain gets a reprieve – for now Cincinnati official sparks outrage over downtown assault Facebook remarks | Fox News Scott Sauls on X: "Ever notice how even after a full weekend off - or a long-anticipated vacation - we can still feel restless, anxious, and tired? Why does rest so often fail to restore us?" / X Russell Moore on X: "My conversation with David Brooks on finding moral courage in a soulless age (link below) https://t.co/CEWSmnplLj" / X Dane Ortlund: The Power of Believing God Will Never Love You Any Less - RELEVANT Living Pure in a Corrupting Screen Age | Desiring God Greg Laurie on X: "The Christian life is more than just saying a prayer, walking down an aisle, and receiving “fire insurance,” as it were. The Christian life is meant to be dynamic. It’s meant to be exciting. It’s meant to have a radical effect on the way you live, because Jesus Christ not only https://t.co/RT2xUsakly" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dr. Sharen Ford with Focus on the Family talks foster care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 9:45


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    How Do We Grow Our Perspective On Heaven?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 51:40


    Catholic bishop resigns after falling in love with Satanic erotic fiction novelist Sean Feucht Accused of Mismanaging Millions in Ministry Revenue Man Arrested for Impersonating Ambassador of Made-Up Nations Americans spend nearly half their day online — whether it's work or play — 'eye-opening' poll shows Toddler bites cobra to death Man punched cougar to fend off attack, B.C. officials say Don’t Reduce Faithfulness to Neutrality: A Response to David French and Chip Gaines Experience: I found a stranger under my hotel bed | Life and style It’s a Package Deal See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Do You Have a Saved Soul But a Wasted Life?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 51:40


    Greg Laurie on X: "Has it ever occurred to you that you might have a saved soul but a wasted life? In other words, you have the assurance of Heaven, but you’re wasting your life here on earth. You’re not serving Christ to the fullest. Every person’s life is filled with opportunities to serve the" / X Christian Cancel Culture Strikes Again Awaiting Christ’s Return with Readiness and Faith What the ‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ Crowd Is Leaving Behind - RELEVANT Dreams crushed! Kids watch as Chuck E. Cheese mascot is arrested on credit card fraud charges | The Independent Daily Devotions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Danny Huerta, Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 10:41


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    When Waiting on God Feels Like It Will Never End

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 49:04


    Pastor on Stephen Colbert cancellation: 'God can do anything' | U.S. When Waiting on God Seems Like It Will Never End Coldplay Kiss Cam Controversy Involving CEO Leads Christians to Reflect on Hidden Sin and Integrity Instagram Church in a Time of Brain Rot She Spotted a Man with No Shoes Putting Boxes on His Feet and Immediately Jumped into Action How to Leave a Legacy of Faith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rich Garratano with Oriole Christian Assembly in Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 10:05


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    Adam Holz from Plugged In reacts to Superman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 10:36


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    Jill Marier, co-founder of Cassie's Care Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 9:46


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    Would Jesus Flip Over Tables Today?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 42:23


    Idaho murders trial live updates: Bryan Kohberger faces victims' families in sentencing hearing Good News! Science Backs Up a 4-Day Workweek COVID-19 May Have Aged People's Brains, Even If They Never Actually Caught SARS-CoV-2 Would Jesus Flip Our Tables? Julie Roys on X: "At least 21 Christians have been arrested in raids of house churches across Iran, reports nonprofit group @ArticleEighteen. Converts from Islam are especially targeted under the pretense of "national security," state experts in the region. https://t.co/8PDm0BcGIu" / X Brandon Lake Defends Jelly Roll Collaboration: “How Can We Reach People in the Dark If We Don't Go?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jackson Terkerst, author of "The Only Way Forward Is Back"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 9:41


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    Paul Butara with Focus on the Family talks about the IRS decision on Pastors and politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 9:38


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    Do We Still Expect God to do Amazing Things?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 49:24


    Thousands Worship at Greg Laurie's Harvest Crusade Massachusetts man wins 2 Powerball games worth $1 million each Preach to Yourself Who Won in the Supreme Court’s ‘Paxton’ Decision? Kids Newsboys Scandals Show Christian Music Has Few Moral Guardrails See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why Your Soul Needs the Song of Solomon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 51:24


    Rescue Shocked to Find Missing Cat in Michigan Who Belongs to Owner in Germany Your Soul Needs the Song of Solomon An Image of God for an Era of AI - Christianity Today What would the good Samaritan do today? Brad Wilcox on X: "1. A lot of speculation about infidelity since yesterday. Here are some important points about who (commits it), why (it matters) & how (to affair proof your marriage). First: Who cheats more, men or women? ✔️20% of men

    Glenn Stanton, Director for Global Family Formation Studies at Focus on the Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 9:55


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    Alvin Thomas with Life Application Ministries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:01


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    The Danger When We Demonize the Other

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 42:20


    Truth Course on X: "I am thankful to God: Pastor John MacArthur in his final sermon at Grace Community Church on November 24, 2024. https://t.co/sr5H9qFaxE https://t.co/RbsXR8lRTB" / X Chuck Todd on X: "The president of the United States attacking nearly half of his own constituents. The campaign never ends for him." / X Faith Means Getting in the Wheelbarrow | JD Greear Ministries If you love God, you will hate the things He hates Church trial of ACNA Bishop Stewart Ruch starts Monday The End of the Beginning See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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