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3 episodes with tracy clark
3 episodes with tracy clark
3 episodes with tracy clark
Tracy Clark discovered that two simple words - "let's play" - consistently transformed her stressed, visionary clients by shifting them from fear into a creative, exploratory mindset. Rather than frivolous activity, play represents a powerful leadership state built on intense curiosity, radical open-mindedness, and proactive experimentation. Tracy emphasises that effective leadership starts with self-leadership, using her "tree model" where visible strategy and actions (the trunk) must be supported by deeper roots of mindset and self-concept to weather storms. Practical applications include challenging assumptions by asking "what if that's not true?", entering meetings with questions rather than answers, and creating psychological safety for team co-creation. For skeptics, play isn't about ping pong tables but about removing the "straight jacket" of limitations to use your whole brain - logic plus intuition, imagination, and creativity - ultimately slowing down to speed up through better ideas and breakthrough solutions. Connect with Tracy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyclarkcoach/ Website: https://tracyclark.scoreapp.com/ ########## If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian at: julian@julianrobertsconsulting.com You can buy my book "Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Building Resilient Teams" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DFTYN2Y2 ##########
"Great leadership is about extracting the potential from others"A brilliant dive into playfuness and leadership and how they can together help us to grow scalable and impactful businesses. Tracy and I have fun exploring how leaders can unlock untapped potential within themselves and their teams. A general lack of understanding of the impact leadership has influences performance - multipliers in the ecosystem and (accidental) diminishers in the ‘egosystem', with huge blind spots. After all, leadership is about leading yourself first.Discovering the power of playfulness, self-awareness, and challenging limiting beliefs to drive growth can create a multiplier effect in leadership. Tracy and I go through actionable insights for founders and leaders seeking to transform their approach and scale their businesses effectively.Tracy shares her experience, insights and stories from working with founders and leaders across the world. The main insights you'll get from this episode are : - After successfully scaling an international business – involving enormous highs and lows and major challenges – the realisation that insufficient attention had been paid to the people was a pivotal moment.- Subsequent ‘treasure hunt' in the world of coaching was based on asking: what helps people move to the next level and unlock latent potential? Settled on the field of leadership after reading about Liz Wiseman's multipliers and diminishers.- General lack of understanding of the impact leadership has - multipliers in the ecosystem and (accidental) diminishers in the ‘egosystem', with huge blind spots. After all, leadership is about leading yourself first. - Leadership of self is crucial, and at different levels, e.g. self-awareness of what we do and think. Like a tree: the trunk is the strategy and actions; the invisible roots are the mindset and thinking, giving rise to the concept you hold of yourself (that influences your actions).- The multiplier mindset is about extracting, expanding and leaning into possibility. Tracy has distilled six indicators of success:· deep-rooted clarity· conviction as the rocket fuel for challenges· commitment to deepen resourcefulness· trust as the invisible ingredient for belonging, productivity and momentum· courage to look inwards· playfulness (intense curiosity, radical open-mindedness, proactive experimentation) to dissolve fear and amplify the multiplier mindset.- While developing the leadership scorecard, it was vital to intuitively include playfulness and get others to lean into it; to foster courage to overcome negative stories and a fear of failure; to look for alignment with vision and values (i.e. authenticity).- The scorecard process is a continuum as opposed to a journey and the model works at different levels, starting with looking in the leadership mirror and understanding the feedback, also from others.- Leaders must take ownership of the type of leader they want to be (as opposed to the vision) and also seek to bring out the best in others, often by staying quiet, asking questions and listening to the answers.- Effective leaders give people space to reveal their (hidden) treasures and create psychological safety to permit playfulness. The ‘zone of genius' is not static
What if the secret to high-impact leadership wasn't just about strategy—but something deeper, more magical? In this episode, Amy is joined by award-winning leadership coach Tracy Clark. Together, they talk about the six key indicators of leadership success (including a surprising one: playfulness
Tracy Clark is an award-winning Leadership and High-Performance Coach with over 25 years in commercial business. She served as Managing Director and Board Member for the international oil and gas events business she and her brother owned, increasing profits by 450% over five years and leading to an 8-figure sale.During the interview, we discuss…why play is important for growth and scalingpractical ways to integrate playfulness into decision-makinghow playfulness influences team dynamicshow play can counteract burnoutbarriers to bringing play into leadershipGet in touch after the interview…Website: https://tracyclark.londonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyclarkcoachYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tracyclarkcoachingClaim your free gift!We're giving away a one-year membership to the world's #1 business book summary service for leaders! Our gift will help you stay on top of the latest ideas, decide which books to read next, and engage your teams.To get your gift:Leave a rating or review on your favorite listening channel.Take a screenshot of your review.Share the screenshot on LinkedIn, and mention either “Allison Dunn” or “Deliberate Directions” and the “Deliberate Leaders Podcast”.=============Allison DunnExecutive Business CoachDeliberate Directions + Executive Business Coaching + Training Center3003 W Main Street, Suite 110, Boise ID 83702(208) 350-6551Website https://www.deliberatedirections.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisondunnPodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deliberate-leaders-podcast-with-allison-dunn/id1500464675
In the episode 234 of IDEAS+LEADERS podcast I am speaking with Tracy Clark about playfulness in leadership.Tracy Clark is an award-winning Leadership and High-Performance Coach with over 25 years in commercial business. She served as Managing Director and Board Member for the international oil and gas events business she and her brother owned, increasing profits by 450% over five years and leading to an 8-figure sale.Connect with Tracy here: Tracy Clark – Leadership, Business and Multiplier Mindset CoachThank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq. _________I'd love to connect with you! You can find me, Elena Paweta, the host of IDEAS+LEADERS podcast on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elena.paweta/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-paweta/
Marie Sutro joins host Pam Stack for a rapid fire Q&A session about everything and nothing!
Marie Sutro joins host Pam Stack for a rapid fire Q&A session about everything and nothing!
Rep. Tracy Clark has a list "whys" on her decision to serve in the General Assembly. Two of the three issues that motivated the Guilford County freshman Democrat are the most divisive in politics, but she's optimistic that she can find middle ground, especially with those in her freshman class. Also, the House drops a Helene package a week after Governor Stein proposes his. Next up is the Senate and hopefully Congress. An unsubstantiated rumor circulates, celebrating a NC Supreme Court decision, #TOTW, and more. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, and the NC Healthcare Association.
Thanks to Tracy's 25 years' experience as the Managing Director and Board Member of the CWC Group, an international oil and gas events business that won two Queen's Awards for International Trade, she knows how tough it can be to be a leader and not fulfil all of your potential. That's why years ago she decided to go on a discovery journey of her own and emerged from it with greater clarity on what she wanted and how she could get it – deliberately. Knowing the level of mastery it gifted her and how greatly this experience affected her, she decided she wanted to become a catalyst for change for other leaders like herself; that's when she became a Leadership, Business and Multiplier Mindset Coach to founders, CEOs and their leadership teams who are aspiring to disrupt their industries, multiply their impact and create a fulfilling life. Since then, Tracy has successfully supported founders in feeling a new sense of purpose and vitality whilst they have created bolder visions, become impactful leaders, built high performance, high trust teams and multiplied their profits. Links: http://www.tracyclark.london/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyclarkcoach/ Timestamps: [2:00] What kind of business coaching do you do? [4:50] You don't know what you don't know [7:00] What can really good coaches do to convey their message about what the client is going to experience? [16:05] If you had a magic wand for your business, what would you fix about it? [20:00] How you learn by playing [22:00] What have you come across in the workplace about losing our ability to use our imaginations? [24:55] Strategic thinking losing the logic [26:20] Where are you taking your coaching business besides the book? [29:20] If you business had a personality how would you describe it or who would it be? #tricres #businesscoaching #kickassculture #businesscoachtraining #sme #consulting #businesscoaching #businessconsulting Find the whole podcast at: https://tricres.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to Tricres! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX0EUHMC2CckN6amdXL2F3Q?sub_confirmation=1 If you're a coach or consultant, subscribe to hear our podcasts and see how we coach clients. If your passion is about making it happen for SMEs you need to listen to our podcast to see business coaching in action! Join our family and community of business coaches & consultants. ---------------------------------- Want to join us for our next Intake Session to learn about how to become a business coach? Find out more and sign up for our free event here: https://readytojoinbrilliantbusinesscoaches.scoreapp.com
Send us a textDo you feel safe enough to play at work?What if the secret to better leadership, breakthrough ideas, and stress-free decision-making was as simple as playing?In this episode of Lead with Levity, Dr. Heather Walker sits down with high-performance coach Tracy Clark to explore how intense curiosity, radical open-mindedness, and proactive experimentation can shift leaders out of stress mode and into their most creative, strategic thinking.Tracy shares how two simple words—"Let's play"—can break through tension, unlock fresh solutions, and create a culture where teams thrive. We also dig into the Multiplier Mindset, why so many leaders unknowingly stifle innovation, and how small shifts in the way you ask questions can lead to massive breakthroughs.If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to unlock the full potential of your team (or yourself), this episode is for you.
Barbara Peters in conversation with Tracy Clark and Barbara Nickless
You can find Tracy Clark on social media on Instagram @tpclark2000 and on her website www.tracyclarkbooks.com/ For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. We are also on Instagram @perksofbeingabookloverpod and on FB Perks of Being a Book Lover This week we have a Remix episode and catch up with Tracy Clark, who we interviewed in Season 8 (episode 161) about her first Harriet Foster novel titled Hide. Her most recent title, number 3 in the series, is called Echo, and it came out Dec 3. We chat with her about this book, as well as the Harriet Foster book she is currently writing. We caught her on a writing day in which Harriet Foster was not cooperating. Then you will hear some of our conversation with Tracy back in 2023 when Harriet Foster first arrived on the scene. Books Mentioned In This Episode 1- Hide by Tracy Clark 2- Echo by Tracy Clark 3- Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys 4- Her Name is Knight series by Yasmin Angoe 5- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 6-The Ninja's Oath (Lily Wong series) by Tori Eldridge 7- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 8- Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens 9- David Copperfield by Charles Dickens 10- American Fever by Dur e Aziz Almna Authors mentioned: 1- Sarah Paretsky 2- Sue Grafton 3- Agatha Christie 4- Valerie Wilson Wesley 5- Barbara Neely
You can find Tracy Clark on social media on Instagram @tpclark2000, on FB at Tracy Clark and on her website tracyclarkbooks.com/ For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. We are also on Instagram @perksofbeingabookloverpod and on FB Perks of Being a Book Lover This week we have a Remix episode and catch up with Tracy Clark, who we interviewed in Season 8 (episode 161) about her first Harriet Foster novel titled Hide. Her most recent title, number 3 in the series, is called Echo, and it came out Dec 3. We chat with her about this book, as well as the Harriet Foster book she is currently writing. We caught her on a writing day in which Harriet Foster was not cooperating. Then you will hear some of our conversation with Tracy back in 2023 when Harriet Foster first arrived on the scene. Books Mentioned In This Episode 1- Hide by Tracy Clark 2- Echo by Tracy Clark 3- Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys 4- Her Name is Knight series by Yasmin Angoe 5- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 6-The Ninja's Oath (Lily Wong series) by Tori Eldridge 7- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 8- Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens 9- David Copperfield by Charles Dickens 10- American Fever by Dur e Aziz Almna Authors mentioned: 1- Sarah Paretsky 2- Sue Grafton 3- Agatha Christie 4- Valerie Wilson Wesley 5- Barbara Neely
Bestselling author Tracy Clark and Deborah J Ledford discuss ECHO from her award-winning Detective Harriet Foster thriller series set in Chicago. Two murders, 30 years apart, is the next challenge for Harriet and her team as they piece evidence together that links the killings. Harriet's personal life is no less harrowing as she struggles off the clock to prove the perpetrator responsible for the death of her first detective partner. Tracy and Deborah discuss hard-hitting police procedural, ECHO, and the Chicago settings that bring Harriet's journey to life. https://tracyclarkbooks.com/ - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tracy-Clark/author/B075FC4K9C https://deborahjledford.com - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMFS7WLW
Bestselling author Tracy Clark and Deborah J Ledford discuss ECHO from her award-winning Detective Harriet Foster thriller series set in Chicago. Two murders, 30 years apart, is the next challenge for Harriet and her team as they piece evidence together that links the killings. Harriet's personal life is no less harrowing as she struggles off the clock to prove the perpetrator responsible for the death of her first detective partner. Tracy and Deborah discuss hard-hitting police procedural, ECHO, and the Chicago settings that bring Harriet's journey to life. https://tracyclarkbooks.com/ - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tracy-Clark/author/B075FC4K9C https://linktr.ee/deborahjledford - https://deborahjledford.com - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMFS7WLW
Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button. You can find Sharon Short at her website, www.sharonshort.com and on Instagram at @sharongshortauthor. This week we have a Remix episode and catch up with Sharon Short, who we initially interviewed about her historical mystery novels which she wrote under the pen name Jess Montgomery. She has a new stand alone mystery suspense out titled Trouble Island that was inspired by a very interesting family story. You will first hear our most recent chat with her just a few weeks ago and then we will replay our original conversation with her back in the Spring of 2022 talking about her Kinship series. Just a note that next week we will have another REMIX episode, this time with award winning mystery writer Tracy Clark whose most recent in the Detective Harriet Foster series came out Dec 3 titled Echo. The Washington Post has just named it one of their top mysteries of 2024. Books Mentioned In this Episode: 1- Trouble Island by Jess Montgomery 2- The Widows by Jess Montgomery (Kinship series) 3- The Echoes by Jess Montgomery (Kinship series) 4- Shit Cassandra Saw by Gwen Kirby 5- Deer Season by Erin Flanagan 6- How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America by Clint Smith
Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button. You can find Sharon Short at her website, www.sharonshort.com and on Instagram at @sharongshortauthor. This week we have a Remix episode and catch up with Sharon Short, who we initially interviewed about her historical mystery novels which she wrote under the pen name Jess Montgomery. She has a new stand alone mystery suspense out titled Trouble Island that was inspired by a very interesting family story. You will first hear our most recent chat with her just a few weeks ago and then we will replay our original conversation with her back in the Spring of 2022 talking about her Kinship series. Just a note that next week we will have another REMIX episode, this time with award winning mystery writer Tracy Clark whose most recent in the Detective Harriet Foster series came out Dec 3 titled Echo. The Washington Post has just named it one of their top mysteries of 2024. Books Mentioned In this Episode: 1- Trouble Island by Jess Montgomery 2- The Widows by Jess Montgomery (Kinship series) 3- The Echoes by Jess Montgomery (Kinship series) 4- Shit Cassandra Saw by Gwen Kirby 5- Deer Season by Erin Flanagan 6- How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America by Clint Smith
This is a REPLAY episode from our Holiday gift buying guide from 2023. We will be back next week with a REMIX episode with former guest Tracy Clark who has a new mystery you won't want to miss. This week we chat with our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller, from Carmichael's Bookstore. Each November we let her do the heavy lifting and share books that have come out and might be good choices for your holiday shopping. If you would like to check out Carmichael's Bookstore Holiday Book Gift Guide, you can find it online at www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/ Website- www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod FaceBook - Perks of Being a BookLover. To send us a message, go to our website and click the Contact button. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister 2- Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan 3- Foster by Claire Keegan 4- So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan 5- Let us Descend by Jesmyn Ward 6- Fraud by Zadie Smith 7- Armor of Light by Ken Follett 8- Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett 9- Julia by Sandra Newman 10- 1984 by George Orwell 11- Reformatory by Tananarive Due 12- Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead 13- A Haunting on the Hill by Elizabeth Hand 14- The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson 15- West Heart Kill by Dann Mcdorman 16- The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett 17- The Appeal by Janice Hallett 18- The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett 19- Stalking Shakespeare by Lee Durkee 20- They Flew by Carlos Eire 21- Waiting for Snow in Havana by Carlos Eire 22- Wild Girls by Tiya Miles 23- The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl 24- Late Migrations by Margaret Renkl 25- Watership Down (graphic novel) by James Sturm and Joe Sutphin 26- Watership Down by Richard Adams 27- Energy Follows Thought by Willie Nelson 28- World Within a Song by Jeff Tweedy 29- Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros 30- Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros 31- Starling House by Alix E. Harrow 32- Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree 33- Legend & Lattes by Travis Baldree 34- World Central Kitchen Cookbook by Jose Andres 35- Every Cook, Every Kitchen by Feed Louisville 36- Oldest Louisville by Kevin Gibson 37- Always Moving Forward by David Jones and Bob Hill 38- Back Page by Byron Crawford 39- Fathers by Richard Taylor 40- From the Heads of the Hollers by Shelby Lee Adams 41- Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson 42- Lewis Sinclair and the Gentlemen Cowboys by DMS Fick 43- Rabbit Heart by Kristine S. Ervin 44- My Dark Places by James Ellroy 45- Shot in the Heart by Mikal Gilmore 46- Tom Lake by Ann Patchett 47- The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride 48- The Man who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Rescued his Career and Revived our Holiday Spirits by Les Standiford 49- Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva 5 Star Read Recommended by Fellow Book Lover Casey @Caseys_reads 12 Months To Live by James Patterson and Mike Lupica Movie and Series Mentioned: - CODA (2021) - Apple + - Bodies (2023) - Netflix
This is a REPLAY episode from our Holiday gift buying guide from 2023. We will be back next week with a REMIX episode with former guest Tracy Clark who has a new mystery you won't want to miss. This week we chat with our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller, from Carmichael's Bookstore. Each November we let her do the heavy lifting and share books that have come out and might be good choices for your holiday shopping. If you would like to check out Carmichael's Bookstore Holiday Book Gift Guide, you can find it online at www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/ Website- www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod FaceBook - Perks of Being a BookLover. To send us a message, go to our website and click the Contact button. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister 2- Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan 3- Foster by Claire Keegan 4- So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan 5- Let us Descend by Jesmyn Ward 6- Fraud by Zadie Smith 7- Armor of Light by Ken Follett 8- Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett 9- Julia by Sandra Newman 10- 1984 by George Orwell 11- Reformatory by Tananarive Due 12- Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead 13- A Haunting on the Hill by Elizabeth Hand 14- The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson 15- West Heart Kill by Dann Mcdorman 16- The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett 17- The Appeal by Janice Hallett 18- The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett 19- Stalking Shakespeare by Lee Durkee 20- They Flew by Carlos Eire 21- Waiting for Snow in Havana by Carlos Eire 22- Wild Girls by Tiya Miles 23- The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl 24- Late Migrations by Margaret Renkl 25- Watership Down (graphic novel) by James Sturm and Joe Sutphin 26- Watership Down by Richard Adams 27- Energy Follows Thought by Willie Nelson 28- World Within a Song by Jeff Tweedy 29- Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros 30- Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros 31- Starling House by Alix E. Harrow 32- Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree 33- Legend & Lattes by Travis Baldree 34- World Central Kitchen Cookbook by Jose Andres 35- Every Cook, Every Kitchen by Feed Louisville 36- Oldest Louisville by Kevin Gibson 37- Always Moving Forward by David Jones and Bob Hill 38- Back Page by Byron Crawford 39- Fathers by Richard Taylor 40- From the Heads of the Hollers by Shelby Lee Adams 41- Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson 42- Lewis Sinclair and the Gentlemen Cowboys by DMS Fick 43- Rabbit Heart by Kristine S. Ervin 44- My Dark Places by James Ellroy 45- Shot in the Heart by Mikal Gilmore 46- Tom Lake by Ann Patchett 47- The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride 48- The Man who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Rescued his Career and Revived our Holiday Spirits by Les Standiford 49- Mr. Dickens and his Carol by Samantha Silva 5 Star Read Recommended by Fellow Book Lover Casey @Caseys_reads 12 Months To Live by James Patterson and Mike Lupica Movie and Series Mentioned: - CODA (2021) - Apple + - Bodies (2023) - Netflix
Feminist writers Tracy Clark-Flory and Amanda Montei join Sarah and Miranda for Part 2 of our discussion on relationships between men and women (listen to Part 1 here). We talk about the post-election landscape of gender relations — including the rise in both misogynistic rhetoric interest in boycotting men. Is this a gender war or a war on women? Is feminism responsible for the young male Trump voter? What do men and women owe each other, and what do we do with the men in our lives? Links:* Sophie Kemp on Gen Z Men (LA Review of Books) * Jia Tolentino on the Gender Wars (The New Yorker) * The Warrior Mamas Who Elected Trump: Why Tradwife Ideology Continues To Matter (via In Pursuit of Clean Countertops) * Blue Marriage and The Terror of Divorce by Anne Helen Petersen * A feminist utopianism : Sophie Lewis argues against the 'fatalism' of both 4B and heteropessimism, and calls for a collective movement built on solidarity. (via TCF Emails ) * It's not the economy. It's the misogyny. (via Mad Woman) * The “Your Body My Choice” movement This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit motherofitall.substack.com/subscribe
In Part 1 of our jam-packed conversation with feminist writers Tracy Clark-Flory and Amanda Montei, Sarah and Miranda attempt to unpack why this has been such a big year for examining sex in hetero-marriage, the specter of patriarchy haunting all of our marital beds, and whether or not good sex is possible anymore in a hetero-marriage. Links:* Amanda Montei's “Can a Sexless Marriage Be a Happy One? Can a Sexless Marriage Be a Happy One?” in the New York Times Magazine* Liars by Sarah Manguso* All Fours by Miranda July* Tracy on The Endless Repetition of Heterosexuality* Want by Gillian Anderson* Anne Hathaway's The Idea Of You * Nicole Kidman's Babygirl* Ester Perel* Tracy Clark-Flory's fabulous newsletter, TCF Emails and her book, Want Me.* Amanda Montei's fabulous newsletter, Mad Woman, and her book, Touched Out. Culture Recs:* Lisa Taddeo's Three Women and the related television series* Brian Jordan Alvarez This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit motherofitall.substack.com/subscribe
When Pepsi's overly philosophical rebrand launched in 2009, it was a real head scratcher for average consumers and design aficionados alike. While their 125th anniversary provided an opportunity for change, how do you even begin to rebrand such a global company like Pepsi? In this masterclass on playing the long game, Mauro Porcini, Chief Design Officer at Pepsico, tells the story of how he and his team across 17 Pepsi design centers executed a rebrand 10+ years in the making.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @achangeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
When EA Sports and FIFA parted ways in 2023, there was just one minor problem: the popular soccer video game's brand was entirely wrapped up in the FIFA name. Nils Leonard, Co-Founder of Uncommon Creative Studio, shares how he and his team approached creating a FIFA-less brand that honored the video game's 30-year legacy while positioning the brand to thrive for another 30 years and beyond. But would the new brand play well under pressure?To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @achangeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
Twitter's overnight transformation into X is still a mystery. What would cause a brand to take such extreme measures as to shed its identity completely? And what lessons, if any, can we take from this massive Change of Brand? Co-hosts Blake Howard and Tracy Clark go head to head in our first ever Debate of Brand®. Also, industry experts Armin Vit, editor and writer behind Brand New, and Jason Cieslak, President at Siegel+Gale, weigh in on the controversial rebrand. To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @achangeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
With their rising success and a cult-like following, Reddit had ambitions of enhancing their global presence. But would the desire for change push too far for fans? And would their beloved mascot, Snoo, become a casualty? Natasha Jen, Partner at Pentagram, demonstrates how it's possible for a quirky brand to grow up while still keeping its charm.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @achangeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
The cannabis industry is basically the Wild West. In an emerging market, how do you execute a rebrand for a dispensary while juggling state-by-state regulations and varied public perception? Gavin Hurrell, Creative Director at Turner Duckworth, shares how he and his team approached their work for RISE, a growing retail dispensary leading the movement to democratize cannabis.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @achangeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
In 2023, we saw Eddie Bauer and Johnson & Johnson retire their widely recognizable script logo for a basic sans serif type, causing a sweep of panic in the design community. Are all script logos doomed? To find out whether this is an actual trend, we consulted type experts James Bowie, Fast Company contributor and sociologist at Northern Arizona University who studies trends in logo design and branding, as well as James Edmondson, Type Designer and Founder of OH no Type Co.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
You thought your clients were tough? Try having a branch of the military as a client. To combat their brand and recruitment challenges, the U.S. Army enlisted the help of Siegel+Gale, a partner within Team DDB. Matt Egan, Managing Director, Strategy and Jason Miller, Creative Director at Siegel+Gale, share how they handled an intimidating room full of generals to deliver the Army's 2023 rebrand.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
LG is an electronics giant with one of the most instantly recognizable logos. But with decades of brand equity in their smiling icon and “Life's Good” tagline, how do you signal a shift in the marketplace without throwing away everything you've built? David Stevens, Executive Strategy Director and Tom Carey, Senior Creative Director at Wolff Olins share how they approached bringing “the face of the future” into the future.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, brief-in by Dee Boyle, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffries, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
Once F1 was acquired by a mass media company in 2017, they faced a crossroads that many legacy brands face: How can they honor their storied past while attracting a new, more global audience? In our most requested episode yet, we're zooming in on verbal identity with Mike Reed, Co-Founder and Executive Creative Director of Reed Words, in the driver's seat.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffires, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
After Glassdoor's acquisition of Fishbowl in 2023, they enlisted the help of Deanna German, Creative Director at Koto, and her team to reposition them as more than just a workplace insight platform, but a place for community conversation. The catch: Glassdoor requested an open design process, meaning Koto would share design concepts with the public early and often. How can you have such a wide range of feedback and still move forward with work you believe in? This episode may be about transparency, but you're just going to have to listen for yourself to get the full story.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Created by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by ATAM Audio, fact-checked and coordinated by Jill Jeffires, produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Stephanie Kim.
Tracy Clark-Flory's journey with performative sexuality began at the age of 12, when she ventured into AOL chat rooms, seeking to discover what men wanted sexually. In her memoir, "Want Me: A Sex Writer's Journey into the Heart of Desire," Tracy details her personal sexual exploration through the maze of mainstream feminism and hyper-sexualized media, where she grappled with the conflicting messages dictating her sexual identity. It wasn't until her tenure as a sex journalist and the dawn of deeper relationships that she unearthed a profound truth: there's no universal formula for male desire. This revelation sparked a profound shift, leading her to prioritize her own sexual fulfillment.Join Erin and Tracy for a conversation spanning the portrayal of sexuality in media to the complexities of sexual experiences, including orgasms and the performance of desire, as we explore:The clash of feminism and hyper-sexualization in media and its impact on young women's journey to self-discoveryThe pressure women face to conform to performative standards of desirability for menFeminist theory's role in untangling society's conflicting messages about sexualityExposing the myths surrounding pornography and the importance of media literacy.Faking orgasms and how to pursue genuine pleasure The intersection of motherhood and sexuality, and the liberating journey towards self-awareness and acceptance that comes with ageOUR GUEST: Tracy Clark-Flory is a journalist, essayist, and author of the memoir “Want Me: A Sex Writer's Journey into the Heart of Desire”, an NPR best book of the year. Clark-Flory has written for Cosmopolitan, Elle, Esquire, Glamour, The Guardian, and The Washington Post. She is a former senior staff writer at Jezebel and Salon. Her work has shown up in the Best Sex Writing anthology and she has been called “one of the best journalists of our generation writing about sexuality.” She writes a weekly newsletter on sex, feminism, motherhood, and pop culture at tracyclarkflory.substack.com.Want more Tracy? Find her online at https://www.tracyclarkflory.com/ and tracyclarkflory.substack.com. Follow her on Instagram @tracyclarkflory Read her book Want Me: A Sex Writer's Journey into the Heart of DesireWant more Hotter Than Ever? Find us and episode transcripts online at www.hotterthaneverpod.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on:Instagram: @hotterthaneverpod TikTok: @hotterthaneverpod Youtube: @hotterthaneverpod Facebook: @hotterthaneverpod Follow Hotter Than Ever wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode! We'd love to hear what you think about the show - tell us what stories are resonating with you by writing us a...
Holy Baby Bump, talk about the best sex of your life! In this week's story, journalist, essayist, and author Tracy Clark-Flory is eight months pregnant and the bigger her belly grows, the more distant she feels from her usual spank bank cravings. Should impending motherhood change her fantasies? In search of answers, Tracy interviews a whip wielding/childbearing dominatrix, a lactating cam model, and others who find being with child a powerful proposition. Her research - and a permanently plugged in Magic Wand - provide a new perspective on raging hormones, body image, and desire. #KnockedUp Song: ‘Dirty Little Secret' (Jefferson Bergey) About our Storyteller: Tracy Clark-Flory is a journalist, essayist, and author of the memoir Want Me: A Sex Writer's Journey into the Heart of Desire (Penguin, 2021), an NPR best book of the year. New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Traister called Want Me “intimate, challenging, and so very smart… a gift.” Peggy Orenstein, author of the New York Times bestseller Girls & Sex, called it “crucially important.” Clark-Flory has written for Cosmopolitan, Elle, Esquire, Glamour, The Guardian, and The Washington Post, to name just a few. She is a former senior staff writer at Jezebel and Salon. Her work has shown up in the Best Sex Writing anthology and she has been called “one of the best journalists of our generation writing about sexuality.” She writes a weekly newsletter on sex, feminism, motherhood, and pop culture at tracyclarkflory.substack.com. 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“Satisfaction comes from the character's journey,” according to one of Jeanne's favorite repeat guests (this is her third episode!), award-winning Chicago crime writer Tracy Clark. And what a journey Tracy takes us on in Fall, the second in her Harriet Foster thriller series, out now! She shares with Jeanne how she's still trying to find a way into Harriet's head after 2 books; why she's a pantser; what the key is to getting people to buy into a character; why the bad guy has to resonate as much as the good guy; and why she sometimes needs a hard hat and a pick ax when she sits down to write. Tracy Clark, a native Chicagoan, is the author of the award-winning Cass Raines Chicago Mystery series, featuring ex-cop turned PI Cassandra Raines, and the Detective Harriet Foster series, featuring Harriet Foster, a homicide detective with the Chicago Police Department. Two tough, smart, African American female characters working the mean streets of the Windy City. A multi-nominated Anthony, Lefty, Macavity, Edgar and Shamus Award finalist, Tracy is also the 2020 and 2022 winner of the G.P. Putnam's Sons Sue Grafton Memorial Award, as well as the 2022 Sara Paretsky Award, and is a proud member of Crime Writers of Color, Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime, and currently serves on the Bouchercon national board and the board of the Midwest Mystery Conference. Facebook: /tracyclarkbooks Twitter: @tracypc6161
In the quest for success, how often do we pause to consider the role of our true selves in shaping our destiny? Join us on Dreamcatchers for an enlightening episode with Tracy Clark, a transformative coach who journeyed from the high stakes of the oil and gas sector to the profound depths of personal coaching. Tracy's narrative is a testament to the power of identity in forging leadership and achieving personal greatness. Through the lens of quantum physics and the Enneagram, she offers insights into aligning one's essence with one's ambitions. This episode is a compelling exploration of self-awareness, promising practical wisdom for those ready to unlock their potential by embracing their authentic selves. [01:12 - 11:05] Tracy's Evolution from Business Leader to Coach Tracy recounts her career in the oil and gas events industry and the pivotal sale of her business Reflections on the journey of self-discovery and the realization of mindset and leadership's impact [11:06 - 18:53] The Power of Identity in Leadership The exploration of self-concept as the foundation of personal and professional transformation Insights into the role of identity in shaping leadership styles and organizational culture [18:54 - 26:59] Being vs. Doing: The Essence of Effective Leadership Discussion on the importance of aligning actions with core values and identity The concept of 'Being' before 'Doing' and 'Having' as a framework for authentic leadership [27:00 - 33:35] Unlocking Potential Through Playfulness and Awareness The significance of introducing playfulness into personal growth and leadership development Emphasizing awareness and presence as key to unlocking one's true potential [33:36 - 42:07] Quantum Physics and Shifting Reality Tracy delves into the principles of quantum physics as a metaphor for personal and leadership transformation The interconnectedness of energy, awareness, and identity in creating one's desired reality Key Quotes: "In the realm of possibility, embracing our energy and awareness opens the door to transformation." - Tracy Clark "Dreams become reality when we align our identity with our vision and values." - Tracy Clark Connect with Tracy! Website:tracyclark.london LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tracyclarkcoach LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Dreamcatchers is a welcoming group focused on personal growth rather than fitting into a specific demographic. It attracts a diverse crowd from various backgrounds and ages, united by the desire to achieve more. Learn more at https://exittoexcellence.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a compilation of two episodes of Noir at the Bar! Seattle ! Hosts Alan R. Warren, John Copenhaver & Joe Goldberg!Tonight's readers are John Copenhaver reading from his 'Hall of Mirrors, Connie Berry from her ' A Collection of Lies, Tracy Clark reading from her novel 'Fall', Joe Clifford reading from his' Say My Name', James Hannah reading his short story 'They Shall Take Up Serpents', and Rob Osler reading his 'Cirque Du Slay'!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tracy Clark, a native Chicagoan, is the author of the Cass Raines Chicago Mystery series, featuring ex-cop turned PaI Cassandra Raines. Tracy, a proud member of Sisters in Crime and Mystery Writers of America, is a lifelong South-Sider and roots for every Chicago team with equal enthusiasm. She is currently busy writing her next book. visit www.tracyclarkbooks.com Buy the book - https://bit.ly/3Ub2oqx Guest host Chery Head www.cherylhead.com
In this week's episode, Mike sits down with return guest and author, Tracy Clark, about her newest book, "Fall." --- Originally aired on December 19th, 2023.
We chat with Tracy Clark all about her book Fall, never having a plan, corruption in Chicago, and taking delight in her characters' misfortunes. Plus – Dave takes the heat, Laura is embarrassed in public, and Andrew can't pose. We also recommend: Out There by Kate Folk, The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer, … Continue reading Ep. 234 How To Take Delight In Your Characters’ Misfortunes With Tracy Clark
Two-time Sue Grafton Memorial Award-winner Tracy Clark introduces readers to FALL (Thomas & Mercer), a hard-boiled, page-turning thriller featuring Chicago Police Detective Harriet Foster, a Black woman in a male-dominated department who, with a new female partner, must stop a killer targeting Chicago aldermen.
The Centers for Disease Control now estimate that 1 in 13 children has a food allergy. While we do not precisely know why, doctors like Dr. Tracy Clark, a lead physician with the Food Allergy Institute, believe that environment, diet, early viral exposure, and antibiotics may play a significant role. Dr. Clark explains how to recognize overt and subtle allergy symptoms parents should watch for and explains the importance of having an action plan in place.socalfoodallergy.org
As a highly successful and ever-expanding company, the Minecraft brand began spawning major inconsistencies as it was built over time; brick by brick. But in 2022, they released a brand update that tidied up the logo system and individual identities for their ever-growing amount of sub-brands, extensions, and products. Harry Elonen, Senior Brand Manager for Minecraft at Mojang Studios, shares how he and his team regained control by refining the master design system.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
Despite being known as a B2C telecom giant turned dying star, Nokia's focus has been on developing B2B network technology for the past decade. For Nokia's first major rebrand in 45 years, it was crucial to be seen as the digital innovator they are, not the mobile phone company they were. In this episode, we talk to Lee Coomber, Creative Director at Lippincott, to learn how his design team righted the misperceptions of an enterprise legacy brand.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard, co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
Bolt, an online check-out platform, debuted its first brand refresh in 2023 and ended up sparking a larger conversation around originality. Are the logos being designed today really that new, or just an echo of something that has come before them? Arthur Foliard, Creative Director at Koto, shares with us how his team approached the risk of pursuing such a strong and simple idea, as well as the criticism after the fact.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.Link to Everything is a Remix (documentary mentioned in episode)
Despite being associated with cherished childhood memories, Baskin-Robbins began to feel frozen in time. Domestically the brand felt dated, but in international markets the line was out the door. Baskin-Robbins needed to create a signature that was strong enough to be global while domestically rebuilding the brand at a core level. But there was confusion around the timing - didn't they just debut a brand refresh a few months prior? We get the inside scoop on the 2022 rebrand from Ryan Brazelton, Chief Creative Officer at ChangeUp.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
A name change is one of the most extreme versions of change for a brand. So when travel company Scott's Cheap Flights decided to depart from the founder's namesake, people questioned why such a successful brand would bother with a name change at all. The 2022 rebrand was led by DesignStudio, and we're lucky enough to have Eric Ng, Executive Creative Director, and Andie Wexler, Senior Brand Strategist and Writer, as our tour guides for this deep dive into the project.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
Florence(Not so) lovingly referred to as the Florence Fiasco, the city of Florence, Alabama's 2022 rebrand often tops the list for the worst logo launch in recent history. But it's not just the logo that caused an uproar - the entire rebrand process became a local scandal full of lies, cover-ups and finger-pointing from city officials. Florence-native B.T. Harman, content strategist and creative guru, provides insight into the rebrand disaster and why it went so far south.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
Around 2020, Visa wanted to reposition their brand for the digital economy and become more purpose driven. However, this story is more about honesty and how direct an agency can be with a client. Rob Duncan, Partner and Creative Director at Mucho, shares that there is a right balance between being a straight shooter and choosing your battles for the sake of creating the best work possible.To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
Despite the success of selling over one million boxes of macaroni and cheese, Kraft wanted to position their signature pasta dish as a timeless comfort food for all people while creating a more contemporary look. In this episode, we catch up with Terry Sieting, Senior Designer at JKR to get the inside scoop on the Kraft Mac and Cheese 2022 packaging and brand identity refresh. To see the change of brand for yourself, visit achangeofbrand.com or follow us on Instagram @changeofbrand.Produced by Matchstic (matchstic.com / @matchstichouse), hosted by Blake Howard (@blakehoward), co-hosted by Tracy Clark, edited and scored by Landon Oseitutu, fact-checked by Jill Jeffries, written in part and produced by Brianna Belcher, and artwork by Rachel Jackson.
In this week's episode of the podcast, Candice is joined by journalist and author of, "Want Me," Tracy Clark-Flory, to talk about sex. Tracy shares how her mother's experience of being sent away for having a child out of wedlock inspired her to write shamelessly about sex, why she believes that liberation is a lie, and how her own beliefs about sex have evolved over the years.Tracy's story is both personal and relatable, and it offers a unique perspective on the way that we talk about sex in our society. She challenges us to think critically about the concept of liberation, and she offers a powerful reminder that our beliefs about sex are shaped by our experiences.This episode is sure to spark conversation and challenge your own assumptions about sex. So listen in and join the conversation!Tracy's Social Media:https://www.tracyclarkflory.com/https://twitter.com/tracyclarkfloryhttps://www.instagram.com/tracyclarkflory/Candice's Social Media:www.instagram.com/candiceking/www.instagram.com/asuperbloompod/www.tiktok.com/@itscandicekingUpcoming Guest:Claire Holt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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