Best Deanna Ley Podcasts (2025)

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"You Cannot Use Someone Else's Map To Find Yourself." 10:06

13d ago10:06

10:06

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, invites you to break free from the belief that someone else’s path will lead you home. With the powerful quote “You cannot use someone else’s map to find yourself,” Deanna explores the cost of following systems, plans, and rules that were never designed for you in the first place. Wh…

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ML334: Matt Ley (Leader & Author) 34:42

8h ago34:42

34:42

Matt Ley is a dynamic speaker, consultant, and coach who champions the concept of Fulfillment ROI—the powerful idea that when the value created exceeds the energy invested, we unlock fulfillment and sustainable success. Whether he's working with executives, teams, or entire organizations, Matt helps reduce energy drains and elevate value-driven res…

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"Everything is Figureoutable." 10:20

20d ago10:20

10:20

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, offers truth, encouragement, and a bold permission slip—all wrapped in a powerful mindset: “Everything is figureoutable.” Inspired by Marie Forleo’s words and grounded in Deanna’s lived experience, this episode is a reset button for anyone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of w…

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ML333: Jennifer Swanson (CEO of Tuckpoint.com) 30:16

21d ago30:16

30:16

Jennifer Swanson is the Founder and CEO of Tuckpoint Advisory Group, a collective of digital transformation experts helping world-class organizations integrate digital technology into all areas of their business, significantly improving how they operate and customer experiences. More Info: Tuckpoint Advisory Group Sponsors: Master Your Podcast Cour…

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"Purposeful Progress Equals Peace." 13:25

27d ago13:25

13:25

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, invites you into a conversation that may just change the way you define peace. This isn’t the kind of peace you wait to find once life calms down—it’s the kind you create, step by step, through aligned, intentional action. With her quote, “Purposeful progress equals peace,” Deanna sh…

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ML332: Deanna Jones (Leader @DeannaJonesNow.com) 38:35

1M ago38:35

38:35

Deanna Jones is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in sales and operations roles. Her career includes a 25-year tenure at Cisco Systems, where she transitioned to her authentic self in 2019. She serves as the President of the Harmony LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and is an active member of t…

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"Not All Who Wander Are Lost." 14:23

1M ago14:23

14:23

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, invites you to release the pressure of needing a perfectly mapped-out path and instead embrace the sacred unfolding of your own journey. With the iconic quote, “Not all who wander are lost.” by J.R.R. Tolkien, she explores how wandering isn’t failure—it’s forward motion with faith. D…

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ML331: Vera Cherepanova (Author & Leader) 43:31

1M ago43:31

43:31

Vera Cherepanova is the Executive Director of Boards of the Future, a global non-profit advocating for increased representation of ethics and compliance professionals on corporate boards. She is also the founding partner of Studio Etica, a boutique consultancy advising companies worldwide on corporate ethics and compliance programs. Vera serves on …

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"Contentment Isn't Settling – It's Savoring." 12:43

1M ago12:43

12:43

"Contentment Isn’t Settling – It’s Savoring." | Episode 23: WORDS MATTER In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, invites you to pause and challenge the belief that contentment means settling. With her original quote, “Contentment isn’t settling – it’s savoring,” she explores how chasing The Next can quietly rob us of The N…

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“No One Owes Me Anything.” 14:58

2M ago14:58

14:58

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, shares one of her most freeing, hard-earned truths: “No one owes me anything.” This isn’t about bitterness—it’s about liberation. When you stop waiting for apologies, acknowledgment, or validation, you start reclaiming your energy, your presence, and your peace. Rooted in the lens of…

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"Disappointment Is The Price We Pay For Trying To Control What We Can’t." 15:54

2M ago15:54

15:54

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, shares one of the most transformative tools she teaches: The 3 Buckets. Inspired by Doug Lennick’s powerful framework, this life-changing concept helps listeners reclaim their peace, presence, and personal power. With her original quote - "Disappointment is the price we pay for tryin…

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"Nothing Is Impossible, The Word Itself Says I'M POSSIBLE." 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

In the final episode of this seven-part WORDS MATTER podcast series on CONFIDENCE, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, brings it all home with the most powerful pillar—I DID. Anchored by Audrey Hepburn’s unforgettable quote, "Nothing is impossible, the word itself says I'M POSSIBLE," Deanna revisits each step—I CAN, I WILL, I MUST, I AM, I DID—and wra…

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"Confidence Comes From Not Always Being Right, But From Not Fearing To Be Wrong." 9:30

2M ago9:30

9:30

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, wraps up her powerful six-part confidence series with the most transformational pillar of all—I DID. While confidence begins with belief (I CAN), moves into action (I WILL), deepens through purpose (I MUST), and aligns with identity (I AM), it’s ultimately sustained through one thing…

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ML330: Dr. Amrita Subramanian (Author & Leader) 46:29

2M ago46:29

46:29

Dr. Amrita Subramanian is a former Fortune 500 VP who has devoted 22+ years of her career to helping organizations thrive amid crises. Currently, she teaches at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on post-traumatic growth through the pandemic. As the world faced COVID, the first collective trauma/crisis disruption in modern-day history, Amrita…

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"The Words That Follow I AM Follow You." 12:26

3M ago12:26

12:26

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores the fourth pillar of self-confidence: I AM. While belief (I CAN), action (I WILL), and commitment (I MUST) create momentum, true confidence becomes effortless when your identity aligns with your actions. Deanna dives deep into how the words we use to define ourselves shape o…

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ML329: Dr. Greg Stewart (Leader & Author) 39:16

3M ago39:16

39:16

Dr. Greg Stewart lives in Rockwall, TX and is currently a full-time telehealth counselor, executive coach, and consultant. He has a BA in Organizational Leadership (Cornerstone U), a Master of Divinity (Grand Rapids Theological Seminary), a MA in Counseling (GRTS), and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision (Regent U). His dissertation was Th…

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"When Your WHY Is Big Enough, You Will Find Your How." 13:37

3M ago13:37

13:37

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores the third pillar of self-confidence: I MUST. While belief (I CAN) and action (I WILL) are crucial, they are not enough on their own. To sustain confidence and commitment, your actions must be deeply rooted in a WHY that is unshakable. Deanna shares a powerful personal story …

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ML328: Jeff Skipper (Leader & Author) 29:43

3M ago29:43

29:43

Organizations around the world struggle to implement dramatic change. That’s where Jeff Skipper comes in. An expert in accelerating change, Jeff guides corporate leaders to plan and implement successful change initiatives. Leaders discover how to ignite engagement, convert grudging compliance into deep commitment, and realize their strategic goal. …

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"You Are What You Do, Not What You Say You'll Do." 11:36

3M ago11:36

11:36

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, continues her powerful self-confidence series by introducing the second pillar: I WILL. Building on last week’s foundation of belief (I CAN), this episode focuses on turning belief into action—because confidence doesn’t come from intentions, it comes from PROOF. Deanna explores the t…

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"Whether You Think You Can Or Think You Can't, You're Right." 13:03

3M ago13:03

13:03

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, continues her self-confidence series by diving into the power of belief. Inspired by Henry Ford’s iconic quote—"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right."—this episode explores how our thoughts shape our reality, drive our actions, and ultimately determine our s…

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"Confidence Comes From Keeping The Promises You Make To Yourself." 11:21

3M ago11:21

11:21

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, kicks off a brand-new series on self-confidence—what it is, how we lose it, and how to build it back stronger than ever before. Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. And at the core of that process is self-trust. When you consistently keep the promises…

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"Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy." 10:09

4M ago10:09

10:09

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, dives into the double-edged nature of comparison and its impact on our mindset. While comparison can fuel growth and inspiration, it can just as easily steal our joy when it becomes a measure of our worth. Deanna unpacks how comparison, amplified by negativity bias, can leave us feel…

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ML327: Laurie McGinley (Founder of ViaLucent.com) 34:03

4M ago34:03

34:03

Laurie McGinley is just MAGIC. She leads world changers through the fears that prevent you from waking up and walking around in your dreams. She has been obsessed with how humans make transformations for the last 34 years and has been up and down this path many times; she'd start the journey at night, holding a baby, in a rainstorm, with an armful …

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"Happiness Is A Journey, Not A Destination." 10:51

4M ago10:51

10:51

In the final episode of this special four-part WORDS MATTER series on FOCUS, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores the powerful distinction between happiness and joy. With the widely embraced quote, “Happiness is a journey, not a destination,” she challenges the traditional mindset of chasing happiness through external achievements and instead …

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"I Have Not Failed. I've Just Found 10,000 Ways That Won't Work." 10:36

4M ago10:36

10:36

In the third episode of this special four-part WORD MATTER series on FOCUS, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, redefines failure as a stepping stone to growth with Thomas Edison’s quote: “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” Deanna explores how shifting our perspective on failure allows us to view setbacks as opportunities…

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ML326: Tony Martignetti (Leader & Author) 28:09

4M ago28:09

28:09

As a leadership advisor, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker, Tony Martignetti combines over 30 years of business and leadership experience with an insatiable curiosity. His aim is to elevate and transform leaders, and equipping them with the tools to navigate change and unlock their true potential. Before becoming the founder and Chief …

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"Where Focus Goes, Energy Flows." 10:59

4M ago10:59

10:59

In the second episode of a special four-part WORD MATTER series on FOCUS, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, unpacks Tony Robbins' transformative quote: "Where focus goes, energy flows." Deanna explores how what we focus on expands and how our energy follows the direction of our attention. Through relatable examples, neuroscience insights, and practi…

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ML325: Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole (Leadership Coach & Author) 29:27

4M ago29:27

29:27

Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole is Director and F. Duke Perry Endowed Professor of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University, widely known for her academic and practical expertise in women’s leadership. A leadership coach and author of the award-winning textbook Women and Leadership, Lisa overcame many stereotypes as a first-generation college graduate …

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"Detach From The Outcome. Attach To The Progress." 11:38

5M ago11:38

11:38

In the first episode of a special four-part WORD MATTER series on FOCUS, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores her own transformative quote: “Detach from the outcome. Attach to the progress.” Deanna dives into the struggle of being outcome-obsessed and shares how letting go of rigid expectations can open doors to unexpected joy and new opportun…

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ML324: Dr. Sylvia Rohde Liebenau (Founder of SMART Power Method) 40:34

5M ago40:34

40:34

Dr. Sylvia Rohde Liebenau is an EMCC-accredited senior executive coach with 30 years of experience, known for helping C-Suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers excel in today’s fast-paced and complex world. She founded the SMART Power Method, a revolutionary approach that empowers leaders to achieve greater impact with ease. Sylvia’s client…

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"You Are Most Powerfully Positioned To Serve The Person You Once Were.” 12:00

5M ago12:00

12:00

Your story has the power to transform lives. In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, reflects on Rory Vaden’s powerful quote: “You are most powerfully positioned to serve the person you once were.” Deanna shares her deeply personal journey of transformation, from a moment of self-reflection to creating the NO SUGAR! NO FLO…

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ML323: Richard Atherton (Co-Founder of First Human) 25:32

5M ago25:32

25:32

Richard Atherton is the Co-Founder of FirstHuman (firsthuman.com), where he’s on a mission to help CEOs, leaders, and top executives hit leadership breakthroughs with a human-first approach that prioritizes happiness, empowerment, and communication. FirstHuman has worked with standout clients like Adidas, Volkswagen, Heineken, PwC, UNICEF, and the …

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“The Magic In New Beginnings Is Truly The Most Powerful Of Them All.” 8:47

5M ago8:47

8:47

Every ending is an opportunity for a fresh start. In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, dives into Josiyah Martin’s inspiring quote: “The magic in new beginnings is truly the most powerful of them all.” As we reflect on the end of one year and the beginning of another, Deanna reminds us that new beginnings don’t have to …

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“Dreams Come True When Desire Transforms Into Action.” 11:36

6M ago11:36

11:36

Dreams are powerful. They ignite hope, inspire imagination, and open our hearts to what’s possible. But dreaming alone isn’t enough. In this episode, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, unpacks Napoleon Hill’s timeless quote: “Dreams come true when desire transforms into concrete action.” Deanna shares her personal process for turning dreams into real…

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ML322: Melanie Bell (Co-Founder of Strategic Piece) 21:32

6M ago21:32

21:32

Melanie Bell is the Founder of Leaders Who Fiction, an online book club and community that offers a unique way for people to acquire and develop leadership qualities through reading and discussing novels. On this fast-growing platform, leaders meet on the last Wednesday of each month for intellectual, business-oriented conversations centered around…

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"No One Is Coming To Save You." 11:42

6M ago11:42

11:42

Taking ownership of your life is the key to freedom and transformation. In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, unpacks the powerful quote: “No one is coming to save you.” She shares how embracing responsibility for your health, healing, and happiness can help you move beyond blame and waiting—and into action and growth. D…

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"I Grow Through What I Go Through When I Choose To." 8:13

6M ago8:13

8:13

Growth doesn’t just happen - it requires a choice. In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, shares the personal evolution of one of her most meaningful quotes: “I grow through what I go through when I choose to.” Deanna dives into how adding “when I choose to” transformed the quote from passive to powerful, emphasizing the …

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"Change The Way You Look At Things" 8:12

6M ago8:12

8:12

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores the profound impact of perspective and how shifting the way we look at things can change everything. Inspired by Wayne Dyer’s quote, “Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change,” Deanna shares a personal story about overcoming frustration and spirali…

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"One Day At A Time" 5:55

6M ago5:55

5:55

In this episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, explores the powerful phrases “One day at a time” and “One step at a time”. These simple yet profound reminders help us stay present and focused while encouraging small, meaningful actions that create progress. Deanna introduces her daily reflection practice - ACE the Day - as a way …

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"Don't Look Back. You're Not Going That Way." 7:07

6M ago7:07

7:07

In this debut episode of WORDS MATTER, Deanna Ley, The Catalytic Coach, unpacks the common quote, “Don’t look back. You’re not going that way.” While moving forward is essential, she explores the value of looking back—not to dwell, but to reflect, honor the journey, and appreciate the growth, lessons, and strength that have shaped each listener tod…

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ML321: Dr. Gail Golden (Author & Leader) 30:44

7M ago30:44

30:44

Dr. Gail Golden provides strategic advice and coaching to reveal what’s really going on, so leaders can make rapid, accurate decisions to create breakthrough change. Drawing on her unique cross-background perspective, Gail helps senior executives and professionals, executive leadership teams, and organizations hit peak performance. As a licensed ps…

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ML320: Steve Cadigan (Author & Leadership Expert) 46:20

8M ago46:20

46:20

Steve Cadigan is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch, and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees. As one of the most provocative global thought leaders on the future of wo…

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ML319: Elliot Kallen (Leader & Author) 36:33

9M ago36:33

36:33

Elliot Kallen is a #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author of DRIVEN: How to Elevate Your Success as an Entrepreneur, a book that provides invaluable insights, lessons, and strategies on how to succeed as a leader and entrepreneur. He has amassed a wealth of leadership experience over four decades running several companies he founded, including Prosperity Fi…

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ML318: Catherine Allen & Ed Offterdinger (Leaders at AO People Partners) 46:56

10M ago46:56

46:56

Catherine Allen and Ed Offterdinger are the Co-Founders of AO People Partners, a conscious leadership and people development firm that helps create successful, world-benefiting businesses. They have a combined 50+ years of experience working collaboratively with elite business and nonprofit leaders to successfully scale their business and mission o…

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ML317: Steven Shenbaum (Founder of GAME ON NATION) 34:42

11M ago34:42

34:42

Steve Shenbaum is the founder of Game On Nation, a nationally recognized communication firm that employs game dynamics and improvisation to teach high-performance teamwork as well as communication, story-telling, public-speaking and presentation skills. Game On Nation provides authentic and down-to-earth courses, keynotes, and custom training progr…

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ML316: Aslak De Silva (CEO of Selfly Store) 28:17

12M ago28:17

28:17

Aslak De Silva has nearly 20 years of experience as a practitioner and instructor of Han Moo Do martial arts, competing in about 100 full-contact fights and winning the World Championship gold medal in Michigan, USA, in 2000. Martial arts has taught him the importance of leaders being life-long learners and coaching others. Aslak is the CEO of Self…

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ML315: Luke Van Der Veer (Founder of WRC) 23:02

1y ago23:02

23:02

Business coach and SEO expert, Luke Van Der Veer is the Founder of Website Rental Coaching (WRC), a digital agency that trains people to earn through the rank-and-rent website business model and find a better work-life balance. WRC financially empowers clients by teaching them skills in SEO, lead generation, and client sourcing to build high-rankin…

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ML314: Eisha Armstrong (Co-Founder of VECTERIS & Author) 33:06

1y ago33:06

33:06

Eisha Armstrong is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Vecteris, where she works with B2B companies to productize their services. As part of this work, she advises executives on how to transform their cultures and processes to allow product innovation to flourish. She is the author of the best-selling book Productize: The Ultimate Guide to Tur…

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ML313: Brian Van Korn (Author of HEALTHCARELESS) 34:00

1+ y ago34:00

34:00

Brian Van Korn is the author of HEALTHCARELESS, a true story of a very special man whose life was suddenly and forever changed by a rare disease. Dealing with a severe backache for three days, he was taken to an emergency room. For five grueling months his world, his dignity, his very self was stripped away. Trapped in a system that all too often i…

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ML312: Watchen Nyanue (CEO of I CHOOSE THE LADDER) 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

29:16

Watchen Nyanue is the Founder and CEO of I Choose the Ladder, an employee development and retention agency that helps Fortune 500 execs develop and retain their high-performing Black women talent. She and her team have worked with top companies like Nike, McDonald's, Best Buy, and Walgreens, empowering countless women to conquer imposter syndrome, …

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