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- Blast From the Past Jan 29 2005 February 15, 2022Dan and Guido go over in-season produce of the day as well as health news from early 2005.Country of Origin Labeling, Food Labeling, RFIDs, OSO sweet Onions, Tangerines, Desert Artichokes, Peruvian Mangoes, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: The Queen of the Kiwifruit and other Specialties January 15, 2022Dan the Produce Man and Guido the Gardener with Guest Frieda Rapoport Caplan Exact date unknown - the early 2000s --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Have Yourself a Scary Little Christmas and a Creepy New Year! December 28, 2021Creepy Santa, Pickled Zucchini, Cigar Smoking Paperboys, Kelsey Printing Press, Mel's Bowling Alley. Dan the Produce Man shares a wild story of his pre-produce days as a paperboy in Alameda California --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast From the Past Series at PW Market Dec 2, 2003 December 17, 2021Dan and Guido broadcast Live at the legendary PW Market in Castro Valley California. PW Markets, now closed, was a good old-fashioned high-end grocery chain established in the 1940s and closing in 2010. Dan and Guido broadcast from right inside the produce department. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Vegan Seafood? October 25, 2021Registered Dietician, Food Technologist, and Author Nancy Berkoff joins Dan and Guido with fantastic information on Nutrition for the elderly, Also how long can we keep fresh smoothies in the refrigerator before they lose their nutritional value? The origin of Soy Milk and Rice Milk and Vegan Seafood. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: October 23, 2004. October 19, 2021Blast from the Past: October 2004. Dan and Guido cover winter squashes that were starting to trend, early organic Satsuma Mandarins, Black Twig Apple and interviews from Produce Marketing Association’s 2004 Fresh Summit. Also, Miracle Berries, Pink lemons and Purple dragon Fruit. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Squirrely Pumpkin October 10, 2021Dan and Guido discuss the "Lucky Pear," Asian Pears, Honeynut Squash, French and Italian Prunes, Guido gives Dan some advice on keeping the squirrels from eating his pumpkins. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Late Summer Fruit and Winter Garden September 20, 2021Dan and Guido go over some late summer fruit and Guido the Gardener gives tips on planting a winter garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Rough on the Outside, Soft on the Inside. June 14, 2021It's California Avocado Season, in fact, it's California Avocado Month! Jan DeLyser from the California Avocado Commission joins Dan and Guido to inform us all about the creamy goodness of avocados. From the most popular variety to older varieties and even a new variety. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- How Many Produce Items Are in Your Refrigerator? May 30, 2021Patrick Kelly (The Produce Industry Podcast) joins Dan the Produce Man™ for a conversation on fresh produce consumption. Do produce industry people eat what they sell? What’s new with the FlavorWave App and The Produce Industry App? Also a bonus clip at the end, a Produce Pair Promo for 2003, how many of these folks […]Dan Avakian
- "Organic Produce is the Gateway To All Other Organic Foods" May 24, 2021Dan the Produce Man and Ron Pelger (filling in for Guido) welcome Matt Seely from the Organic Produce Network. Topics include pricing of organic produce, consumer awareness, and trends, the growth of organic produce over the years, where organic produce is headed and a lot of other good tidbits! Tune In and Turn On! --- […]Dan Avakian
- Our Produce is Tops! May 10, 2021Dan and Guido welcome Jeff Cady - Director of Produce and Floral at Tops Friendly Markets and 2020 Produce Retailer of the Year! Jeff shares insight on what Makes Tops different from other retailers especially in the online arena, stories from the early days and where produce is heading in the future. --- Send […]Dan Avakian
- Try It! April 22, 2021Karen Caplan from Frieda's Specialty Produce joins Dan and Guido to discuss her latest book: Try It! How Frieda Capland Changed the Way We Eat! Also, Turmeric benefits, purple sweet potatoes, Dragon Fruit with flavor, Outer Space Produce and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Championing Fresh Produce in Our Lives April 18, 2021Nate Montgomery The Produce Champion shares stories of the giant produce market in Guadalajara, importing and exporting fresh produce, and taking advantage of our local crops. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Bring It On Home! April 8, 2021Laura Mcintosh from PBS Bringing It Home joins Dan and Guido with tips on what’s in season now… and a sneak preview on the start of the California cherry season just a few weeks away! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- The Specialty of Specialty Produce! April 1, 2021Bob Harrington from Specialty Produce in San Diego joins Dan The Produce Man and Guido The Gardener for a conversation on exotic fruit and veggies as well as the significant roles of small family farms. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- 30 Days of Produce March 23, 2021Eric Patrick from Grant Hunt Co. joins Dan and Guido to discuss and enlighten us on his personal 30 Days of Produce challenge and how we can take the challenge ourselves. Are you up to it? It's easier than you think, join us to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- HealthBeet March 6, 2021Weight Loss Coach Amy Roskelly from Healthbeet healthbeet.org shares her journey of struggles in life to finally come up with the perfect weight loss plan. Amy discusses "Mindful Portion Control," Balanced Nutrition without eliminating any food groups, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Mushrooms, Mangoes, Roots and Goodies, This day in Produce Pair History February 22, 2021Blast from the Past Series. The Produce Pair Radio Show on the Univeral Talk Network Feb 22, 2003. John Garrone from Hazel Dell Mushroom farm joins Dan and Guido for Mushroom Talk. Dan ad Guido cover mangoes, root veggies and other goodies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Produce Life with Brent Erenwert February 16, 2021Brent Erenwert from Brothers Produce and Houston Cold Storage joins Dan and Guido to discuss the current state of the fresh produce world and how he has managed his companies through the Corona Virus scourge. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
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The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- WK25 - COOKING SUMMER FRUIT W/ CHEF NICHOLAS KALE - EP47 June 24, 2022In this episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S w/ Dan the Produce Man we chat with Self Made Bay Area Chef Nicholas Kale - Join Dan and Nicholas with tips on cooking and prepping summer fruit and veggies! Elote Street Pizza, Korean Cheese Corn, Fermented Blueberry Corn? Yup! And Compressed Watermelon Salad! Have you […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- TOP 5 Fastest Growing VEGGIES on the MENU w/ Mike Kostyo of Datassential - EP201 June 20, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick are bringing you Epsiode 2 in this series talking about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing Veggies today? […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK24 - 200TH EPISODE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP46 June 17, 2022This Week's Fresh From the Field Fridays is The Produce Industry Podcast's 200th episode! Patrick joins Dan to celebrate with Summer Fruit Salad, Wax on Apples, Summer Navel Imports, Sweet Corn, Patrick's Fluffy Omelets, and of course, Happy Father's Day to to all! COME JOIN US AS WE HAVE FUN ON OUR 200TH EPISODE!!! FANCY […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Get Stuck with Stephanie Stuckey - EP199 June 13, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast we bring back our LIVE-Session with Stephanie Stuckey! In this LIVE-STREAM we chat with Mother, Entrepreneur, Businesswoman, former Politician, and CEO of Stuckey's Corporation. Stephanie Stuckey is on her way in rebuilding her families brand being 3rd generation owner while teaching her kids the importance of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK23 - TWO DAYS AWAY FROM SUMMER ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP45 June 10, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce man Avakian and we’re a week and two days away from Summer!!!! Dan tells us how to peel tomatoes without diluting the flavor, a great tip for marinating tomatoes and adding to pizza. Tips on buying Boysenberries, blackberries apricots corn! Get […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Top 5 Growing Fruits w/ Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassential - EP197 June 6, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick discussing a bit about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant menu trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing fruit today? We are going to count […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK22 -GATEWAY TO SUMMER FRUIT ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP44 June 3, 2022In this week's Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan the Produce Man Avakian covers the Gateway to Summer Fruit! Royal Blenhiem Apricots, Bing Cherries, Peaches, Pluots, Plumcots, Apriums, Nectarines and more! It's summertime baby! This week Patrick is in Palm Dessert at the West Coast Produce Expo checking out all the new and innovative […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Bo Jackson KNOWS plant-based products with Jackson and Partners - EP195 May 30, 2022On this Memorial Day Holiday on The Produce Industry Podcast we chat with the legendary Bo Jackson about plant-based products, West Coast Produce Expo, and the future of Jackson & Partners, LLC. As a young boy growing up in Alabama, Vincent “Bo” Edward Jackson, developed his love for food alongside his mother cooking in the […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK21 - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP43 May 27, 2022In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man and Patrick Kelly, we get ready for the Memorial Day weekend and what's on the menu? Can you believe that June is literally just a few days away and BBQ season has begun!!!! Dan brings you jam packed info on what […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Bringing it home from Fruit Logistica Berlin w/ Juanita Gaglio of AgTools - EP193 May 23, 2022In this week's episode on The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back Juanita Gaglio of Ag Tools, Inc. and Fancy/Title Sponsor. Juanita is back from Berlin after she had a jam packed schedule at Fruit Logistica and folks, she is ready to spill the greens on what is happening! There was a […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK20 - DAN AND PATRICK ARE BACK TOGETHER ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP42 May 20, 2022In this week's episode on Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan and Patrick they talk summer kick off items, juicing, and kabobs! On this day May 20th - 46 years ago Dan walked into a produce stand and never looked back! Today teamed up with Patrick Kelly on Fresh From The Field Fridays having […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- First-ever Keto-Certified, Sugar-free, Plant-based pudding by Simply Delish w/ Martin Pamensky - EP191 May 16, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring you Martin Pamensky of Simply Delish! Now, imagine a tasty, power-packed chocolate treat that you can feel good about sharing with your kids - Guilt Free. Simply Delish is at the forefront of making clean and tasty ready-to-enjoy treats for the whole family. Simply Delish offers […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK19 - CHILLIN IN FRESNO, CA ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP41 May 13, 2022On this week's Fresh From the Field Fridays Dan the Produce Man is live in the field, in the table grape vineyard and citrus groves of Benzler Organic Farm in Fresno California with third generation farmer "T" Benzler saying goodbye to the legendary Benzler Organic Grapes. Why is "T" pulling them out? Also new citrus […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Accelerate Innovation through Technology with Rob Rastovich of ThingLogix - EP189 May 9, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Rob Rastovich the CTO of ThingLogix, a low-code platform built on AWS, Google, and Azure to accelerate innovation and system development, reduce cost and risk, and deliver future-proof applications. We learn about Rob's passion and the love he has for […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK18 - HEALTHY FAMILY PROJECT W/ AMANDA KEEFER ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP40 May 6, 2022In this weeks episode on Fresh From The Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian chats with Amanda Keefer from Healthy Family Project. Amanda joins Dan the Produce Man for a conversation about Produce For Kids, families, military families, single folks with a whole lot of tips and ideas for getting the whole family […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Everything is BIGGER & BETTER in TEXAS at Viva Fresh Expo 2022 - EP 187 May 2, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly he goes to Viva Fresh Trade Expo for the first time and ventures out to see what this event has to offer. Let’s take a glimpse through the eye of Patrick as he walks the Gaylord Texan reviewing the show as well as interviewing […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK17 - LOVE IS IN THE AIR ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP39 April 29, 2022In this weeks episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man Avakian and it's springtime love! Fresh Garbanzo Chick Peas in the pods, New Crop California Snap Peas, English Peas, Cherries, Coachella Corn, and Rhubarb! Can you believe it is the last Friday in April and soon enough it will be […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Content is King w/ Creative Vibez Only's Jihoon Kim and Joel Daily - EP185 April 25, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring CONTENT to the table. Creative Vibez Only, CEO Joel Daily and President Jihoon Kim join us for a creative conversation talking about videography, choreography, building and representing your brand and that they are filming TRADE-SHOWS in The Produce and Supply Chain Industry. Learn a bit […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK16 - It's a Spring Thing on FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP38 April 22, 2022In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan Avakian - It's A Spring Thing, and it ain't no fiddlin' around! Dan The Produce Man shares Spring Onions and Spring Garlic, Ramps and Fiddlehead Ferns! Get 'em while you can! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Clean Eating Challenge by Viva Fresh - EP183 April 18, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat for our second time with Jen Velasquez, Director of Marketing of Full Tilt Marketing and Chair Woman of the Clean Eating Challenge. Jen and Patrick talk about this weeks show Viva Fresh and speak to a couple participants that were involved in […]The Produce Industry Podcast
Listen to the Latest Produce Pair Podcast
The Produce Pair
- Blast From the Past Jan 29 2005 February 15, 2022Dan and Guido go over in-season produce of the day as well as health news from early 2005.Country of Origin Labeling, Food Labeling, RFIDs, OSO sweet Onions, Tangerines, Desert Artichokes, Peruvian Mangoes, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: The Queen of the Kiwifruit and other Specialties January 15, 2022Dan the Produce Man and Guido the Gardener with Guest Frieda Rapoport Caplan Exact date unknown - the early 2000s --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Have Yourself a Scary Little Christmas and a Creepy New Year! December 28, 2021Creepy Santa, Pickled Zucchini, Cigar Smoking Paperboys, Kelsey Printing Press, Mel's Bowling Alley. Dan the Produce Man shares a wild story of his pre-produce days as a paperboy in Alameda California --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast From the Past Series at PW Market Dec 2, 2003 December 17, 2021Dan and Guido broadcast Live at the legendary PW Market in Castro Valley California. PW Markets, now closed, was a good old-fashioned high-end grocery chain established in the 1940s and closing in 2010. Dan and Guido broadcast from right inside the produce department. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Vegan Seafood? October 25, 2021Registered Dietician, Food Technologist, and Author Nancy Berkoff joins Dan and Guido with fantastic information on Nutrition for the elderly, Also how long can we keep fresh smoothies in the refrigerator before they lose their nutritional value? The origin of Soy Milk and Rice Milk and Vegan Seafood. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: October 23, 2004. October 19, 2021Blast from the Past: October 2004. Dan and Guido cover winter squashes that were starting to trend, early organic Satsuma Mandarins, Black Twig Apple and interviews from Produce Marketing Association’s 2004 Fresh Summit. Also, Miracle Berries, Pink lemons and Purple dragon Fruit. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Squirrely Pumpkin October 10, 2021Dan and Guido discuss the "Lucky Pear," Asian Pears, Honeynut Squash, French and Italian Prunes, Guido gives Dan some advice on keeping the squirrels from eating his pumpkins. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Late Summer Fruit and Winter Garden September 20, 2021Dan and Guido go over some late summer fruit and Guido the Gardener gives tips on planting a winter garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Rough on the Outside, Soft on the Inside. June 14, 2021It's California Avocado Season, in fact, it's California Avocado Month! Jan DeLyser from the California Avocado Commission joins Dan and Guido to inform us all about the creamy goodness of avocados. From the most popular variety to older varieties and even a new variety. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- How Many Produce Items Are in Your Refrigerator? May 30, 2021Patrick Kelly (The Produce Industry Podcast) joins Dan the Produce Man™ for a conversation on fresh produce consumption. Do produce industry people eat what they sell? What’s new with the FlavorWave App and The Produce Industry App? Also a bonus clip at the end, a Produce Pair Promo for 2003, how many of these folks […]Dan Avakian
Listen to Fresh From the Field Fridays
The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- WK25 - COOKING SUMMER FRUIT W/ CHEF NICHOLAS KALE - EP47 June 24, 2022In this episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S w/ Dan the Produce Man we chat with Self Made Bay Area Chef Nicholas Kale - Join Dan and Nicholas with tips on cooking and prepping summer fruit and veggies! Elote Street Pizza, Korean Cheese Corn, Fermented Blueberry Corn? Yup! And Compressed Watermelon Salad! Have you […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- TOP 5 Fastest Growing VEGGIES on the MENU w/ Mike Kostyo of Datassential - EP201 June 20, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick are bringing you Epsiode 2 in this series talking about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing Veggies today? […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK24 - 200TH EPISODE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP46 June 17, 2022This Week's Fresh From the Field Fridays is The Produce Industry Podcast's 200th episode! Patrick joins Dan to celebrate with Summer Fruit Salad, Wax on Apples, Summer Navel Imports, Sweet Corn, Patrick's Fluffy Omelets, and of course, Happy Father's Day to to all! COME JOIN US AS WE HAVE FUN ON OUR 200TH EPISODE!!! FANCY […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Get Stuck with Stephanie Stuckey - EP199 June 13, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast we bring back our LIVE-Session with Stephanie Stuckey! In this LIVE-STREAM we chat with Mother, Entrepreneur, Businesswoman, former Politician, and CEO of Stuckey's Corporation. Stephanie Stuckey is on her way in rebuilding her families brand being 3rd generation owner while teaching her kids the importance of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK23 - TWO DAYS AWAY FROM SUMMER ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP45 June 10, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce man Avakian and we’re a week and two days away from Summer!!!! Dan tells us how to peel tomatoes without diluting the flavor, a great tip for marinating tomatoes and adding to pizza. Tips on buying Boysenberries, blackberries apricots corn! Get […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Top 5 Growing Fruits w/ Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassential - EP197 June 6, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick discussing a bit about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant menu trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing fruit today? We are going to count […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK22 -GATEWAY TO SUMMER FRUIT ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP44 June 3, 2022In this week's Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan the Produce Man Avakian covers the Gateway to Summer Fruit! Royal Blenhiem Apricots, Bing Cherries, Peaches, Pluots, Plumcots, Apriums, Nectarines and more! It's summertime baby! This week Patrick is in Palm Dessert at the West Coast Produce Expo checking out all the new and innovative […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Bo Jackson KNOWS plant-based products with Jackson and Partners - EP195 May 30, 2022On this Memorial Day Holiday on The Produce Industry Podcast we chat with the legendary Bo Jackson about plant-based products, West Coast Produce Expo, and the future of Jackson & Partners, LLC. As a young boy growing up in Alabama, Vincent “Bo” Edward Jackson, developed his love for food alongside his mother cooking in the […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK21 - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP43 May 27, 2022In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man and Patrick Kelly, we get ready for the Memorial Day weekend and what's on the menu? Can you believe that June is literally just a few days away and BBQ season has begun!!!! Dan brings you jam packed info on what […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Bringing it home from Fruit Logistica Berlin w/ Juanita Gaglio of AgTools - EP193 May 23, 2022In this week's episode on The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back Juanita Gaglio of Ag Tools, Inc. and Fancy/Title Sponsor. Juanita is back from Berlin after she had a jam packed schedule at Fruit Logistica and folks, she is ready to spill the greens on what is happening! There was a […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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