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Three generations of Christian Women
share their thoughts about
different issues and aspects of life.
Also Introducing the Creative Christian segment of the Inspirations podcast.
August 2010
Creative Christians- Dr. Suz and visualizing your creativity
Dr. Suz talks with Bridgette and Christiana, about visualizing and embracing your creativity, the difficulties and helpful suggestions. Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore.
(Inspirations_Creative Christians 0073 14 minutes)
July 2010
Creative Christian- Tips and Tricks for writers with Sandy Tritt
Writer Sandy Tritt shares tips and tricks for writers, along with the writer's prayer. Host Bridgette Mongeon
(Inspirations_Generations 0072 30.25 minutes)
Creative Christians- Creative Angst and Dr. Suz
Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore talk to Dr. Suz about creative angst and how to welcome it, use it and transform it into glorifying God. Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore.
(Inspirations_Creative Christians 0071 17.13minutes)
Inspirations/Generations Barbara's Journal The Fruit of the Spirit
The hosts talk about the fruit of the Spirit as they read from Barbara's Journal. Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore. (Inspirations_Generations 0070
25.57 minutes)
June 2010
Creative Christians- Susan Sparks- comedian and minister
Christian Comedian and Baptist minster Susan Sparks talks about laughter, comedy and creativity.
Host Bridgette Mongeon (Inspirations_0069 Creative Christians 13.40 minutes)
Creative Christians- An Introduction to Dr. Suz
Meet Dr. Susy Caroll, an expert in the field of intelligence and Creativity. She joins the Creative Christian podcast as a regular guest.
Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore.(Inspirations_ 0068 Creative Christians 13.40 minutes)
Creative Christians- How to make money as a freelance writer
Janice Hanna Thompson is back sharing some tips on making money as a freelance writer. Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christian Sizemore. (Inspirations_0067
Creative Christians 23.41 minutes)
May 2010
Inspirations_ Generations Interview with Janice Hanna Thompson
Author Janice Hanna Thompson talks about her Christian books and her generations of faith.
(Inspirations_Generations 0066 17.13minutes)
Creative Christians- Should I self publish?
Are you thinking of self publishing? Here is a great resource to help you sort through the details. Hosts Bridgette Mongeon and Christina Sizemore Interview Mark Levine, the author of, "The Fine Print on Self-Publishing."
(Inspirations_Generations 0066 17.13minutes)
Inspirations Mother's Day Happy or Hurting
In honor of Mother's Day, and in memory of the co hosts mother and grandmother Barbara Ingersoll, who passed away last year, we are rebroadcasting this Mother's Day podcast. Ironically it was about not having your rmother on Mother's Day. May the Lord be with everyone who has lost someone. We miss you Barbara Ingersoll. (Inspirations_0029
Creative Christians 18.04 minutes)
April 2010
Inspirations- First Year of Marriage
Host
Bridgette Mongeon and Christina Sizemore talk about the first year of
marriage, working with youth and those things surrounding Christina's
Generation.
(Inspirations_0064 Generations 26 minutes)
Creative Christians- Creativity Through "Mother Loss"
Three Creative women- host Bridgette Mongeon, author Nancy Wesson and photographer and author Megan Cutter talk about their creativity after "Mother Loss" Nancy Wesson is author of " Moving your Aging Parents-Fulfilling their needs and yours before, during and after the move." Megan Cutter is author of "Chrysalis Colors of the rainbow: A Journey Through Mother Loss." (Inspirations_0063 Creative Christians 23.41 minutes)
Inspirations_ Generations Transformation after "Mother Loss"
Host Bridgette Mongeon, author Nancy Wesson, and Author and Photographer Megan Cutter talk about the empowering transformation of "Mother Loss". Nancy Wesson is author of " Moving your Aging Parents-Fulfilling their needs and yours before, during and after the move." Megan Cutter is author of "Chrysalis Colors of the rainbow: A Journey Through Mother Loss." (Inspirations_Generations 0062 28.12 minutes)
March 2010
Inspirations_ Generations Stuck in the Middle
Author Barbara McVicker shares tips on helping when you are caregiving for your parents. She talks about her book "Stuck in the Middle- Shared Stories and Tips for Care Giving your Elderly Parents. (Inspirations_Generations 0061 35.29 minutes)
Creative Christians- It is all fun and games
Author Tim Walsh talks about his great book, "Timeless Toys." Together the hosts and Tim laugh about different aspects of play and creativity, as well as the history of some of our favorite games. (Inspirations_0060 Creative Christians 43 minutes)
Creative Christians- Inteview Scott Hamilton
Olympic gold medal winner, author and entertainer, Scott Hamilton talks about the 2010 Olympics, his upcoming show on the Biography Channel, and book “The Great Eight.” Always an entertainer the podcast is filled with laughter and optimism as he shares information about how he beat cancer and a brain tumor. How does he feel about doing his famous back flip at 51? Does he do it on his television show? Listen to this entertaining Creative Christians interview sponsored by God’s Word Collectibles. (Inspirations_0059 Creative Christians 48 minutes)
February 2010
Generations- Tips on Finaces, An interview with author Danny Kofke
The financial theme continues in an interview with author Danny Kofke about hints from his book, "how to Survive and Perhaps Thrive on a Teacher's Salary." (Inspirations_0058 Generations 46.38 minutes)
Generations-Teaching our Children About Finances
How can we teach our children about money? There is a great resource in this interview with author Theresa Reitz as she talks about her book, "The Money Tree: A Financial Book for Children." (Inspirations_Generations_0057 34.39minutes) Generations- Barbara's Journal- Hearing wisdom and the power of words.
The two hosts share from Barbara's journal about hearing wisdom and the power of our words. (Inspirations_ 0056 Generations 14.43 minutes)
January 2010
Creative Christians- Interview with Dennis Welch
Dennis Welch returns as he talks about his own creativity. The two hosts and Dennis talk about publicity, marketing, social marketing and the projected trends of Creative Christians. (Inspirations_0055 Creative Christians 51 minutes)
"Rich People Shop Here"
Generations continue as author Dennis Welch shares the humorous and touching story of the influence of his mom and her life ministry in his book, "Rich People Shop Here." (Inspirations_Generations_0054 27 minutes) Creative Christians- Raising Creative Children
The Hosts ask the questions, How can I help my child be creative? Bridgette Mongeon an Christina Sizemore share as they explore Chris' own creative upbringing and practical things to do to help your own child explore their creativity as well as how to discover their learning styles. (Inspirations_ 0053 Creative Christians 59 minutes)
December 2009
New Years, Traditions and Symbols
The Year winds down as the two hosts take a look back on the past, and reflect on the last year of creating the Inspirations/Generations Podcast and the Inspirations Creative Christians Podcast. (Inspirations_Generations_0052 21.32 minutes)
Grief and Loss
For some the holidays can be very difficult s they work through their grief and loss of a loved one. The two hosts share the process that they have gone through for their own loss of their co host, mother and grandmother Barbara Ingersoll and the tips for helping others work through the pain of the holidays. (Inspirations_Generations_0048 20.46minutes) Traditions and Symbols of Christmas
There are many traditions of Christmas- The two hosts share their own tradition of the upside down Christmas Tree and the history behind some of the common traditions and symbols of Christmas. (Inspirations_Generations_0047 21.45 minutes)
November 2009
Creative Christians-Interview with Author and Actor Susan Isaacs
Creative Christians Podcast continues in an interview with Author and Actor Susan Isaacs. Susan shares her disappointments in her creative Christian journey as well as her revelations. Anyone who wonders where God is in their creative journey should listen. (Inspirations_0049 58.24 minutes)
Book Review "Angry Conversations with God."
Susan Isaacs shares her stories behind her new and humorous book "Angry Conversations with God- A Snarky But Authentic Spiritual Memoir." (Inspirations_Generations_0048 30 minutes) Creative Christians-Helpful Insight and Tips from Christian Business Manager Michael Smith.
Michael Smith of Michael Smith and Associates http://michaelsmithandassociates.com talks about managing Christian artists and gives some hints and suggestions to those wanting to get noticed in the business. An incredible interview with a man of incredible integrity. Michael Smith and Associates represents- Jaci Valsquez, Salvador, GoFish, Brad Stine, Aaron Wilburn, The Lads, Yancy, Tyler Dodds and the God Men conferences as well as Right Minded Records and Pure Blue Record Labels. (Inspirations_Generations_0047 44.46 minutes)
October 2009
September 2009
Creative Christian Interview- Strand of Pearls
Kellie Copeland Swisher has been a creative Christian her entire life— working at Kenneth Copeland Ministries, making movies, developing children’s curriculum and her recent creative endeavor of Blue Grass Gospel singing group Strand of Pearls. In this interview she shares her thoughts on creativity and her inspiration. (Inspirations_00043 55.47 minutes)
Walking Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death
Kimberly Rose Carolan author of “Walking through the Valley of the Shadow of Death” shares with us some of her suggestions when coming to terms with death and grief. The two hosts share their stories as they too “walk through the valley. (Inspirations_0042 39 minutes)
Beginning to Read Barbara's Journals
The generational podcast continues as the two hosts talk about the journals of their mother/grandmother and their affect on their lives. Barbara continues to minister to others and her family through her own written words. Once again the women find that the Holy Spirit talks through and to each generation. (Inspirations_0041 22minutes)
August 2009
Memorial Service for Barbara Ingersoll
In loving memory of Barabara Ingersoll 1935- 2009. The memorial service was planned by Barbara many years before her death. It was held at The Tabernacle in Orchard Park New York. Those sharing were Tommy Reid, Rev. George Walsh, Rev. Don Hamlin from New Covenant Tabernacle, pastor JoAnn, and daughter Bridgette Mongeon. Music and song by Judy Zygmunt and Sr. Johnice." (Inspirations_0040 67 minutes)
What Happens at Death?
This podcast talks about the unusual circumstances or visits that Barbara had in the hospital from those relatives that had gone on before her. The experience of helping Barbara transition from this world to the next was an incredible experience. Her daughter and granddaughter share some of the wonderful spirit lead moments before Barbara’s death and how God had the entire experience in his hand.
In loving memory of our co-host, mom and grandmother Barbara Ingersoll. On August 17th, 2009 Barbara Ingersoll went to be with the Lord. She will be greatly missed, however her ministry and this podcast continue with her many years of journals. (Inspirations_0039 27 minutes)
An Interview With Ruth Graham
Author and Speaker Ruth Graham shares her thoughts about her newest book, "In Every Pew Sits a Broken Heart." No one is exempt from pain. It does not matter who your parents are. An intimate look into life and healing. (Inspirations_0038 43 minutes)
July 2009
Creative Christians- interview with actor, speaker and award winning author Donna VanLier
This is the first podcast of a new series called Creative Christians. Here we will interview many different individuals on their creativity process, their faith and the struggles and inspiration. The first creative Christians Segment is with Donna VanLiere Speaker, actress and award winning author. (Inspirations_0037 43 minutes)
Finding Grace
How do you get out of the desert or receive the blessing that God has in store for you? Donna VanLiere, award winning author of several books including the book, "Christmas Shoes" which was made into a television movie, shares her thoughts and experiences that brought her to the point of writing her new book, "Finding Grace." (Inspirations_0036 35 minutes)
God's Faithfulness
God’s faithfulness can have far reaching affects. The women talk about specifics of God being faithful and the trickle down affect. Can we stand in the way of God’s faithfulness? Give a listen to find out. (Inspirations_0035 25 minutes)
June 2009
Learning About Grace
Hosts Bridgette Mongeon, Barbara Ingersoll and Christina Sizemore discuss Grace. What is it? How do we get it? (Inspirations_0034 20 minutes)
Learning Refusal Skills and Boundaries
Teaching children and students refusal skills is an essential element that assists them with setting boundaries and will help to protect them from such things as teen pregnancy and drug use. Do you know refusal sills? Do your children? Bridgette and Christina interview Pam Mullarkey author of "All Teens Destined for Greatness" and CEO of SOS (Save Our Students) Project. http://wwww.projectsos.com Pam share her tips and teaching techniques as well as the resources available to parents and schools. (Inspirations_0033 41 minutes)
Abstinence- A Real Life Story- A Good Thing
Christina Shares her experience with abstinence, her commitment at the age of 14 and how she managed abstinence to the age of 24 and marriage. The women talk about the difference in the generations and how to encourage and expect abstinence in our children. "Abstinence is so worth it!" (Inspirations_0032 35 minutes)
May 2009
Death of Parents and a Christian Jewish Friendship:
Death is inevitable, but no one wants to go through the process of losing their mom or dad. It is part of being in the "sandwich" generation and Bridgette shares her recent experience of holding the hand of her best friend that as she sits in ICU, and then the death of her friend's mom. Jewish traditions of death and burial and the connection between Bridgette and her best friend, who is Jewish are discussed.
Then the women talk about gaining wisdom and as we grow and as we gain experience we help the generations that come after us. The three women share their own reflections and experiences. (Inspirations_0031 35 minutes)
Having a Bad Day or Week? Is it the Devil or Just Life? :
Do you feel you are having a bad day or week, is everything going wrong? Chris talks about a run of bad events after her wedding. Is it the devil or just life? The three hosts discuss how to get through those difficulties, how to make it through trials and tribulations. How can you be content in these difficult times and how can you help others who are going through something similar. (Inspirations_0030 33 minutes)
Mother's Day- Happy or Hurting:
Mother’s Day brings many different things to many different people. Yes, for most people it is happy, but what about those who have lost their parent or child? What about those who no longer have a relationship with their child or parent, how do you get past that? The women share their experiences and how to work through some of the difficulties of Mother’s Day. (Inspirations_0029 18 minutes)
April 2009
Generations-God Blesses Abundantly:
The listening family of the Generations podcast has followed along with our lives. In July 08 Chris talked about the new stage she was entering as she became engaged.
She also talks, in past podcasts, about meeting her boyfriend’s mother who would one day be her mother in-law. You also may recall hearing about her engagement and another podcasts talks about what premarital counseling is like. Today we celebrate with her as she tells us how God answered so many prayers in her wedding celebration. (Inspirations-_0028 26 minutes)
Communication- Premarital Counseling:
The different generations share their thoughts on what premarital instructions was like at the time of their marriage. Christina shares the different aspects of her premarital counseling as well as a review On Bob Phillips book, “How Can I Be Sure?” (Inspirations_0027 19 minutes)
No Stress Here...Right!:
No generation or person is immune to stress. It comes throughout the generations. The key is, knowing how to handle the stress. Each woman shares her thoughts. (Inspirations_0026 119 minutes)
March 2009
Lent not lint:
Bridgette and Christina talk about the Holy days of Lent and what they mean.
(Inspirations_0025 13.36 minutes)
Self Aware, Modeling, Masks, Self Esteem and Suicide:
Self Aware, Modeling, Masks, Self Esteem and Suicide. With guest counselor, Jeane Malnati (Inspirations_0024 34.36 minutes)
Epiphanies:
God teaches each woman, tailoring his spiritual enlightenment to the stages of their lives. (Inspirations_0023 18.20 minutes)
February 2009
Lost Love:
The woman talk about the Jewish ritual of mourning-sitting Sheva. Barbara shares the loss of “the love of her life” just before Valentines Day. (Inspirations_0022 13.02 minutes)
Interview with Dr. Gary Chapman:
Author and minister Gary Chapman speaks to Christina and Bridgette about his books, The Five Love Languages, The Five Languages of Apology, The Five Love Languages for Singles, and God Speaks Your Love Language. (Inspirations_0021 31 minutes)
Love- Speak my Language:
The woman discuss their “love language,” as described in Gary Chapman’s book The Five Love Languages. (Inspirations_0020 16 minutes)
January 2009
Praying for “The Want To”:
Disappointments happen in each generation. The women talk about praying for what Bridgette refers to as “The Want To.” (Inspirations_0019 15 minutes)
The Daniel Fast:
Christina and Bridgette interview author and Daniel Fast blogger, Susan Gregory. (Inspirations_0018 27 minutes)
Happy New Years:
The women talk about New Year’s resolutions, fasting, and prayer, as well as the different chapters in their lives. (Inspirations_0017 24 minutes)
December 2008
Christmas Traditions:
The three hosts share their Christmas traditions. From the usual cookies and recipes, to events like the upside down Christmas tree, along with fun traditions for children. (Inspirations_0016 22 minutes)
The Gift of God’s Word:
An intimate look behind some of the personal stories involved in creating the God’s Word sculptures, and the special gifts that have been given by the hosts. (Inspirations_0015 16 minutes)
Creativity:
Taking a break from the five part series all three women get together and talk about how to encourage creativity in your children and yourself. Barbara states, “You are never too old.” (Inspirations_0011 26 minutes)
September 2008
There were no podcasts posted in September due to the devastation in Houston, Texas by Hurricane Ike. We’re grateful for the protection of the manufacturer facilities and the artist’s home and studio.
August 2008
Accountability:
The women talk about who they are accountable to, and that accountability breeds responsibility. (Inspirations_0007 20 minutes)
Godly Girlfriends:
The three women talk about their Godly girlfriends and how to become one, along with how a Godly girlfriend can challenge you in your growth. (Inspirations_0006 22 minutes)
An update: The three women talk about the different places in their life. Chris looks at the pieces and wonders how they go together, Bridgette speaks on the sandwich generation, and Barbara reminisces about a high school reunion. (Inspirations_0005 19 minutes)
July 2008
How to know God’s Will in your life:
The three women talk about how to know God’s will in your life. Bridgette recites the book that she wrote for her daughter upon graduation called, God’s Will and God’s Way. (Inspirations_0004 20 minutes)
Celebrate Mothers:
The three generations of women discuss a mother’s affect on your life. Christina talks about meeting her potential mother in law for the first time. (Inspirations_0003 17 minutes)
Stages:
Graduating from college and starting a life on your own, giving away all of your belonging and entering assisted living, and the trying to help each generation be the best they can be. The women talk about their stages in life. (Inspirations_0002 28 minutes)
Through the Darkness Series, Testimony of Barbara Ingersoll
Through the Darkness Part 1:
Bridgette and Barbara begin their five part testimony on how alcoholism and drug addiction affects a family, and how God can heal and reach into the dark. (Inspirations_0008 23 minutes)
Through the Darkness Part 2:
Bridgette and Barbara continue their testimony. Barbara talks about being at her worst. Bridgette talks about being a child, seeking God, and having a revelation. (Inspirations_0009 14 minutes)
Through the Darkness Part 3:
Bridgette talks about being a child in an alcoholic home, and how she received hope in the night and confirmation that God was real. (Inspirations_0010 16 minutes)
Through the Darkness Part 4:
Barbara shares how she hit rock bottom with alcohol and prescription drugs, and then came to know the Lord. (Inspirations_0012 18 minutes)
Through the Darkness Part 5:
Bridgette and Barbara finish their five part journey, and share their experiences of accepting God as their Savior. (Inspirations_0013 14 minutes)
Planting Seeds and Residual Prayer:
Bridgette is reunited with a childhood friend who had a profound affect on her life as a child as well as the healing of her family. This podcast is a must to listen to, especially after listening to the five-part testimony of “Through the Darkness” by Bridgette and Barbara. (Inspirations_0014 39 minutes)
THE HOSTS
The Hosts of Inspirations/Generations podcast are: God’s Word Collectible sculptor, Bridgette Mongeon, along with her daughter, Christina Diliberto in Tulsa, and her mother, Barbara Ingersoll in New York.Three times a month they get together and share inspiration and hope with other women as well as interview some pretty remarkable guests. This podcast has something for every woman—no matter what her stage of life.
 Barbara Ingersoll- Year of birth 1935 —2009 Resides in Heaven
My goal is to reach out to other women where they are hurting. That through our experiences, they may gain strength and hope.
Barbara Ingersoll
Barbara is referred to on the podcast and by her listeners as "Gram." Her life is a testimony of the grace of God. In her early years, Barbara wrestled with a drug and alcohol addiction. At 30 she came to know the Lord while visiting Buffalo Christian Center with her daughter. Sobriety and spirituality was her new commitment. She documents those years prior to sobriety in a five part testimony "Through the Darkness," that she has recorded with her daughter, Bridgette. (See podcasts below). Together they share the spiritual bond that has been there all their lives.
After becoming sober Barbara had a great desire to help other women who were hurting. In fact, that has been her goal for 40+ years. She began her ministry by leading support groups for hurting women, and then learned there were more hurting women than one group could handle, and so she trained support group leaders.
Now home bound, Barbara had thought the days of ministering were over. How could she minister if she could not physically get around? Today she does so from her fluffy marshmallow chair in her assisted living facility. Her frame is nearly swallowed by the chair as she talks on the phone passing on wisdom to her daughter and granddaughter, and then to all the listeners of the podcast.
Barbara loves to paint watercolors and is an avid journaler. She was very involved in Woman's Aglow in the 80's and 90's, and was even vice president of Woman's Aglow, Western New York Chapter. She has previously been a member of New Covenant Church in Tonawanda, New York and Full Gospel l Tabernacle in Orchard Park, New York . She now attends The Chapel at Crosspoint. when she gets a ride and her health permits.
On August 17, 2009 Barbara Ingersoll co host, mother and grandmother went home to be with the Lord. She will be greatly missed. Before going home her daughter and granddaughter assured her that this ministry would continue. Barbara journaled most of her life and with those journals the generational blessing of the podcast continues. Continuing in the ministry is a way for Bridgette and Christina to honor their mother and grandmother. Having her words, her pain, her faith in God to sustain her continue to help hurting women is also honoring Barbara Ingersoll. If you were helped by Barbara we would love to hear from you. So many lives were changed by her being on this earth. Please pass the word about her ministry. One of her last journal entries states, "I proclaim to all the earth and all powers and principalities that these are healing podcasts— no matter where you ar in your walk with the Lord... however far you have come in your journey." Barbara Ingersoll July 17, 2009 You can hear Barbara minister in most of first 38 podcasts.
 Bridgette Mongeon Year of birth 1960—Resides in Houston, Texas
It is the greatest desire of my heart that the Lord will use everything in my life, my past, my art, my writing, everything to help others, to inspire and give hope. Use us Lord.
Bridgette Mongeon
Bridgette is known as "The meat and cheese," or the sandwich part of the Inspirations/Generations podcast. Bridgette's strength comes from the grace of God that brought her through a childhood filled with alcoholism and drug abuse. Even though Bridgette left home at 16, she had a strong desire to improve herself and to heal the relationship between mother and daughter. Because she came to know the Lord in her teen she has always had a heart for the youth who are hurting.
She ministers to others through creative means. She sculpts portraits in bronze, and has sculpted many famous people, but her favorite thing to sculpt are posthumous sculptures. She enjoys the opportunity of co-creating with her clients, while assisting them through the grieving process. She writes for magazines and has been a coauthor of a couple of books and is presently working on several children's books. These children's book project are geared to her hearts desire of helping children to be emotionally and spiritually healthy. She is also the creator of the God's Word Collectible gift series, the sponsor of the Inspirations/Generations podcast. She lives in Houston, Texas with her husband, son, two dogs, and a pond filled with fish and her turtles. She has a strong desire to pass on hope, encouragement and inspiration to others which she does through the podcast as well as her other creative endeavors and speaking engagements.
She has been a member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church for 25 years, where she teaches Sunday school and sings and plays the guitar on the worship team. She has also been a worship leader at St. Mark United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas and frequented Congregations Beth Messiah .
Christina Diliberto- Year of Birth 1985 —Resides in Tulsa, Oklahoma
I love doing the podcasts. It's been a great way for me to grow closer to my mom and grandmother. My greatest hope is that we help one person. If we can help one person with our advice or experiences, I know I've done my job.
Christina Diliberto
Christina is the youngest of the inspiration/Generations podcast, but only in years, not in wisdom. She is a graduate of Oral Roberts University with a degree in Advertising and Public Relations. She could be referred to as a spiritual mutt, growing up she went to church with her mom at St. Alban's Episcopal Church on Sundays, visited Beth Messiah on Saturdays, and went to a youth group at Lyndale Assembly of God on Wednesdays. She attended Our Savior Lutheran School until the 8th grade where she was accepted into The High School For Performing and Visual Arts. She is marrying a fellow Oral Roberts University Alum William Siezmore. The two will be teaching during the school year and are praying about leading youth missions trips together for the summer months. In her spare time Chris pursues her photography, graphic desing and writing.
The podcasts can be found on the God’s Word website at http://www.godsword.net. From the God’s Word website you can downloaded and subscribe in iTunes. Here is a sample of the Inspirations/Generations Podcast.
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