Best Michigan Engineering Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Why Hydrogen ft. Tarek Abdel-Baset of FORVIA 14:59

3d ago14:59

14:59

The discussion between electrification and hydrogen is less about which one is superior and more about where one best fits within the larger mobility ecosystem. While it's common to default to electrification for passenger cars, we may only be scratching the surface of what hydrogen can offer for larger vehicles. Tarek Abdel-Baset, Director of Busi…

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From ADAS to Automated Vehicles ft. Frantz Saintellemy of LeddarTech 18:38

27d ago18:38

18:38

In early 2025, LeddarTech and its LeddarVision perception solution were selected by a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer for model year 2028 vehicles. LeddarVision was chosen after a comprehensive evaluation by this customer, who determined its performance, scalability, and efficiency were ideal for a multi-modal sensor system with both camera…

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Would You Trust a Self-Driving Car? ft. Greg Brannon of AAA 16:20

2M ago16:20

16:20

According to an annual survey conducted by AAA since 2016, most Americans are wary of self-driving cars. While few trust the notion of riding in an autonomous vehicle, it's not the same for ADAS features. In AAA's 2025 study, nearly 80 percent said that prioritizing safety system advancements should be a top technology initiative for automakers. Gr…

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Getting Everyone Home Safe ft. Paul McGlone of Seeing Machines 25:09

2M ago25:09

25:09

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 1.19 million people die annually in traffic crashes. Between 20 and 50 million more suffer non-fatal injuries, with many incurring a disability. According to the WHO, drivers using mobile phones are roughly four times more likely to be involved in an accident. While numerous risk facto…

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"And Now You're World-Class" ft. Scott Tobin of Envorso 13:47

3M ago13:47

13:47

If software will define every vehicle in the world, how do we create software that provides a world-class experience? How do we harness the promise of new software innovations to drive engagement, excitement, and brand loyalty among a new generation of car buyers? Scott Tobin, CEO of Envorso, joins Carl Anthony on AutoVision News Radio to discuss e…

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An Audio Tour of the 2025 Detroit Auto Show 16:00

3M ago16:00

16:00

More than 30 brands set up shop during the 2025 Detroit Auto Show at the Huntington Place, where the bustling showfloor also hosted four indoor vehicle experience tracks. Meanwhile, the Mobility Global Forum provided those in automotive with an in-depth look at the latest developments across the industry. AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony tak…

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Intellectual Curiosity & Containers ft. Benjamin Lyon of Aptiv 30:34

4M ago30:34

30:34

Whether our vehicles are clean or cluttered, spotless or in disarray, they carry the people we care about most. While there is no substitute for defensive driving, intelligent and intuitive Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) can be a helpful companion for mindful motorists. If software-defined cars represent the future, what will it take to …

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Inside The Artistic Engine of CGI ft. Faruk Heplevent of The Scope 23:07

5M ago23:07

23:07

Visual assets are one of the most important deliverables as OEMs prepare to launch their latest models. As the saying goes, we only get one chance to make a good first impression—these words are especially true during those critical moments when the curtain is lifted, and the world sees that shiny new vehicle for the first time. Whether on stage du…

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An Audio Tour of the Autoworld Museum 22:44

5M ago22:44

22:44

Mechanic Ghislain Mahy (1907-1999) would see his dream of a living history museum realized when the Autoworld opened its doors on July 1st, 1986, in Brussels, Belgium. Alongside sons Hans and Ivan, Ghislain would restore about 1,000 vehicles throughout his life, 200 of which were incorporated into the Autoworld on its opening day. In this special e…

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Step Into Power ft. Marley Devergilio of AWAF 11:11

6M ago11:11

11:11

In late October 2024, the Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation (AWAF) held its annual Step Into Power event. Attendees met the latest AWAF scholarship recipients and heard a Q&A presentation from Aruna Anand, President and Chief Executive Officer for Continental Automotive North America. During the event, Marley Devergilio, Membership Board Chair…

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From Cybersecurity to In-Cabin Experiences: Reuters Automotive USA 2024 Recap 8:02

6M ago8:02

8:02

Reuters Automotive USA 2024 united over 100 expert speakers and 700 senior and executive-level attendees at the Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. In addition to the collaborative roundtables, a breaking news day with fireside chats, and over a dozen hours of networking time, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony made his home on the Blue Stag…

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Automotive Ethernet & The OPEN Alliance ft. John Simon of Intrepid Control Systems 22:47

7M ago22:47

22:47

Immersive infotainment and navigation systems, robust powertrains and propulsion technologies, and autonomous vehicles are pushing the envelope regarding current bandwidth and data capacities. When we consider the "vehicle of tomorrow," what is the solution for the automotive industry when such data capacities reach their threshold? John Simon, Pro…

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Building Blocks of Mobility ft. Tom Rucker of Magna International 19:52

8M ago19:52

19:52

In September 2024, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony attended a Tech Day hosted by Magna International in Troy, Michigan. During the outing, Magna innovations like ClearView and EtelligentCommand showed why creativity is one of the essential brushstrokes when painting the picture of the "future of mobility." Tom Rucker, President of Magna's P…

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From Computer Labs to Charging Stations ft. Elaina Farnsworth of SkillFusion 24:29

9M ago24:29

24:29

Since 2018, there has been $160 billion in investment dollars linked to electric vehicles in North America, based on data from the Center for Automotive Research (2024 CAR Book of Deals). For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure. Like how consumers think nothing of a gas…

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CAR MBS 2024 Unplugged 36:58

9M ago36:58

36:58

The Management Briefing Seminars, organized by the Center for Automotive Research, bring together the industry's brightest minds and boldest ideas for an action-packed week. With its 2024 theme of Engage, Embrace, and Embark, attendees heard from some of the automotive industry's most dynamic decision-makers on impactful topics like electrification…

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2024 Hagerty Study Finds Gen Z Loves Driving, Gravitating Towards Collector Cars 7:32

9M ago7:32

7:32

Hagerty's 2024 Future of Driving survey indicates a growing interest in collector cars among younger generations. Nearly 80 percent of Gen Z respondents said they either love or like driving, while social media, film, and video games continue to serve as popular gateways into automotive culture. AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony shares key fi…

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Living Your Purpose Statement ft. Anne Partington of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations, University of Michigan 25:20

10M ago25:20

25:20

If we had only a handful of words to define the trajectory of our lives, what words would we choose? Inspired by her parents, who immigrated to the United States, and her years as a mechanical engineer, Anne Partington, Managing Director of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan, encourages us to find those few spe…

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What Keeps Automotive Leaders Awake at Night? ft. Alan Amici of CAR 27:11

10M ago27:11

27:11

In this special episode of AutoVision News Radio, Carl Anthony teams up with Jan Griffiths, founder of Gravitas Detroit and host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, for an in-depth conversation with Alan Amici, President and CEO of the Center for Automotive Research (CAR). Discussing the need for a cultural shift in the automotive industry to match …

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The Joy of Solving Complex Challenges ft. Krishna Govindarao of LightMetrics 7:43

11M ago7:43

7:43

As part of AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024, we welcomed a number of industry thought leaders as part of our AutoVision News LIVE broadcasts from the exhibition floor. One such expert was Krishna Govindarao, co-founder and Head of Product at LightMetrics. While at AutoSens and InCabin, Krishna talked with AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony about …

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Inside The KD7251 ft. Rubén Pérez-Aranda of KDPOF 10:38

11M ago10:38

10:38

As part of AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024, we welcomed a number of industry thought leaders as part of our AutoVision News LIVE broadcasts from the exhibition floor. One such expert was Rubén Pérez-Aranda, co-founder and CTO of KDPOF. During AutoSens and InCabin, Rubén helped AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony better understand the KD7251 for a…

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Embracing A-PHY in Automotive ft. Daniel Shwartzberg of Valens Semiconductor 26:13

12M ago26:13

26:13

During AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024 in Detroit, Daniel Shwartzberg, Director of Business Development and System Solutions at Valens Semiconductor, joined AutoVision News Radio Host Carl Anthony for a discussion about MIPI A-PHY, the importance of that standard, and how the automotive industry can continue to leverage and embrace it. Daniel also sp…

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Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs 25:21

12M ago25:21

25:21

On Wednesday, May 8th, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony moderated a panel session on software-defined vehicles as part of SDV Social 2024 organized by Intrepid Control Systems. Carl was joined by three respected panelists: Colt Correa, Chief Operating Officer of Intrepid Control Systems; Paul Fleck, founder and CEO of Dataspeed; and Marty Gu…

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The Software-Defined Future of Automotive 21:58

12M ago21:58

21:58

On March 7th, 2024, AutoVision Radio host Carl Anthony moderated a webinar from Reuters Events called the Software Defined Future of Automotive. The webinar examined the topic from both a passenger and commercial vehicle perspective, the importance of merging hardware and software, and why organizational culture change is necessary for software-def…

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Spillover Effects ft. Dr. William J. Horrey of the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety 15:42

1y ago15:42

15:42

Raising speed limits on highways could lead to more crashes on nearby roads, according to research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. This "Spillover Effect" creates unintended safety hazards for local communities that might not be involved in the decision-making process to raise the posted speed limit on a nearby highway. Dr. William J. Hor…

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AutoCulture 2.0 ft. Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit 33:09

1y ago33:09

33:09

The automotive industry is experiencing a historic transformation at every level, from the manufacturing plant to the showroom. While new technologies will always push the boundaries of what is possible, do we believe the same about leadership? As a collective automotive industry that is accustomed to putting our faith in technology, do we believe …

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Automation as a Key Enabler ft. Juergen Daunis of understand.ai 16:33

1y ago16:33

16:33

When it comes to next-generation ADAS innovations and higher levels of vehicle automation, an almost infinite number of images and point-cloud frames must be annotated in a way that is fast, affordable, and at scale. Time, cost, and quality factor into this process and are among the primary challenges when realizing ADAS and automated driving funct…

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Cool Facts About The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona 11:12

1y ago11:12

11:12

On March 5th, 2024, Dodge debuted the Charger Daytona, the brand's first multi-energy muscle car. AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony provides an in-depth look at the Charger Daytona's spec sheet, including the importance of the STLA Large platform, the three-in-one architecture of the electric drive modules, and key features of the Hurricane e…

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The Girl With a Toy Plane ft. Jayada Pandit of KPIT 36:06

1y ago36:06

36:06

Jayada Pandit loved being on the manufacturing floor at her father's company in India. As a young girl, well before university, her passion for engineering was ignited by her father's side as she would rush to the factory after school. In adulthood, she later worked on patents with her father, still remembering the toy airplane he gifted her years …

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Connected Car Study Reveals Features Buyers Will Trade Personal Data For 6:47

1y ago6:47

6:47

While consumers may not understand all the jargon, quirks, and idiosyncrasies of the automotive industry, their interests are piqued once they have a basic definition of a connected car and its potential benefits. However, that interest only extends so far, as consumers view certain connected car features and capabilities as more valuable than othe…

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On Automotive Cloud 9 ft. Achyut Jajoo of Salesforce 26:48

1y ago26:48

26:48

Connected cars are forecasted to make up 95 percent of all vehicles on the road by 2030, with each one generating an estimated 25 gigabytes of data per hour – as much data as it would take someone to stream nearly 600 hours of music. How such data may be leveraged for new revenue channels through personalized, value-added features is a prime area o…

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DEI In The Shop & Showroom ft. Jennifer Lennox of AutoCanada 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

Like every other aspect of automotive, the retail arm of the industry is undergoing immense change. Yet one constant remains for dealerships, no matter where they are located or which logos are on the building: it's the people business first, the car business second. Jennifer Lennox is the Vice President of People, Culture, and Learning at AutoCana…

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Safety Through Synchronization ft. Paul McGlone of Seeing Machines 23:18

1+ y ago23:18

23:18

Consumer trust is one of the most significant pieces of the ADAS puzzle. Although the value of consumer trust with regard to ADAS is well acknowledged, it's no less important, especially as technologies like DMS enter the picture. What is the link between consumer trust and the fully optimized synchronization of ADAS and DMS? When the external and …

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Risky Business Behind The Wheel ft. Dr. Rebecca Steinbach of the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety 15:36

1+ y ago15:36

15:36

Daily traffic volumes have rebounded from pandemic lows in 2020, but perhaps not surprisingly, traffic and pedestrian fatalities have risen in tandem. Maybe also not surprisingly, unsafe driving behaviors like speeding, texting, and operating under the influence continue to impact these statistics. Among the questions are why people engage in risky…

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Pushing The Needle Forward ft. Alisyn Malek of SkillFusion 22:50

1+ y ago22:50

22:50

As the world moves towards an electric vehicle revolution, the need for certified technicians to maintain the charging infrastructure is greater than ever. For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure. Like how consumers think nothing of a gas pump when they pull up, buildin…

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Low-Level Sensor Fusion ft. Pierre Olivier of LeddarTech 15:36

1+ y ago15:36

15:36

During Reuters Events Automotive USA 2023, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony went on a ride-and-drive demonstration with LeddarTech. While navigating downtown Detroit, LeddarTech engineers showcased the company's perception platform, specifically the low-level sensor fusion architecture. Following the demonstration drive, Carl talked with Pie…

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Time, Talent & Treasure ft. Joel Ayres of AACF 19:20

1+ y ago19:20

19:20

For most of his life, as far back as the late 1960s and early '70s, Joel Ayres has had a heart for addressing the needs of society. His passion for charitable work led him to serve on the board of organizations like the Heart Gallery of Sacramento and Big Brothers of Northeast Indiana. Today, Joel is the Executive Director of The Automotive Afterma…

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All-Wheel Drive & Sustainability ft. Ben DeLand of GKN Automotive 24:15

1+ y ago24:15

24:15

Vehicles with all-wheel drive can provide more traction and stability, but how exactly do these systems achieve that? In an oncoming era of electrification, what are the differences and synergies between traditional all-wheel drive systems for gasoline-powered cars and e-drive systems? When we see terms and phrases like torque transfer, traction mo…

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Can Drivers Become Too Comfortable With ADAS? 7:07

1+ y ago7:07

7:07

The latest body of research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that drivers who use ADAS features grow comfortable with the technology over time, but the degree of that comfort could raise potential concerns. In essence, drivers who engaged with common ADAS features began to lower their overall attention to the driving task as the stu…

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Cooperative Sensor Fusion ft. Jan Aelterman of Ghent University & imec 9:07

1+ y ago9:07

9:07

During AutoSens Brussels in September 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE at AutoSens interview series from the exhibition floor. As part of the interview series, we talked with some of the world's leading minds in ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology development from inside the warm and nostalgic embrace of the Autoworld Museum. One of o…

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Miniaturization, Stabilization & Shake Suppression ft. Colin Kwan of MEMS Drive 8:20

1+ y ago8:20

8:20

During AutoSens Brussels 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE interview series from the exhibition floor. As part of the interview series, we had the opportunity to talk with some of the world's leading minds in ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology development from inside the warm and nostalgic embrace of the Autoworld Museum. One of our g…

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For Engineers, By Engineers ft. Rob Stead of Sense Media Group 18:41

1+ y ago18:41

18:41

AutoSens Brussels 2023 marked the end of an era as a new chapter unfolds for the world's leading exhibition on ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology development. The AutoSens and InCabin conferences will co-locate in 2024, first in Detroit in May 2024 and then in Barcelona in October 2024. "For many AutoSens and InCabin attendees, the Autoworld Mu…

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Small Cars, Big Dreams ft. Alex Polonsky of DAVG 26:19

1+ y ago26:19

26:19

The Detroit Autonomous Vehicle Group, or DAVG for short, is an open community built around the development of miniaturized self-driving cars. Drawing from his struggles in middle school after moving to the United States, DAVG founder Alex Polonsky has modeled the group into a safe space where tech enthusiasts can share ideas and learn from one anot…

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A New Era for Automotive History ft. Casey Maxon of The Hagerty Drivers Foundation 16:51

1+ y ago16:51

16:51

In an age of electrification, autonomy, and software-defined cars, when so much change is coursing through the collective automotive industry, what does it mean to preserve the history of the automobile? As we seek to build a better and more equitable world under the banner of future mobility, how can we safeguard the stories and experiences of tho…

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Passion in a Bottle ft. Mike Pennington & Tony D’Amato of Meguiar’s 23:05

2y ago23:05

23:05

Frank Meguiar, Jr. made his first bottles of furniture polish in 1901 with an egg beater, working at night to fill orders for the next day. By the 1960s, Meguiar's Mirror Glaze was the go-to choice for car manufacturers and dealerships, especially for auto show presentations. Mirror Glaze made show cars shine to the point where attendees asked wher…

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Building a Better World Through By-Wire ft. Daniel Barel of REE Automotive 19:42

2y ago19:42

19:42

If the "future of mobility" were an equation written on the marker board in a university math class, REE Automotive would solve it with creativity, ingenuity, and sincerity. Co-founder Daniel Barel and the REE team are more than familiar with the drawing board as they pursue a collective vision of building the ultimate customer-centric vehicle. In …

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Building a Complete Mobility Platform ft. Janine Ward of OFME 17:11

2y ago17:11

17:11

Michigan's Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, or OFME for short, was established in 2020 by an Executive Directive from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The office works across state government, academia, and the private sector to enhance Michigan's mobility ecosystem by supporting the startup and scale-up of emerging technologies an…

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Next-Generation Innovation ft. Jose Flores of Ancor Automotive 14:56

2y ago14:56

14:56

Every new car has one. Dealerships display them, buyers look them over, and enthusiasts even collect them. Window sticker design, printing, and fulfillment are among the specialties of Ancor Automotive, a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier of data management and label solutions. Now four decades strong, Ancor Automotive is looking to disrupt its ma…

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The Autonomy & Accessibility Toolkit ft. Edwin Olson of May Mobility 18:00

2y ago18:00

18:00

What does it take to build a safer and more sustainable city, one where public transportation empowers and enhances the lives of every citizen? Should autonomy play a role in facilitating this vision, what technological innovations are needed within the vehicle to ensure it operates at the highest levels of safety? Edwin Olson, CEO of May Mobility,…

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Inside a Universal Test System for EV Powertrains ft. Don Wright of Unico 13:38

2y ago13:38

13:38

Before the fastest, most luxurious EVs could turn heads on the street, a universal testing platform somewhere along the way helped bring them to life. For Don Wright, Vice President of Engineering at Unico, this is where the magic happens. During this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Carl and Don discuss Unico's Quantum Drive Platform, the V Model…

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AutoVision News Radio 2025 Trailer 2:44

2y ago2:44

2:44

Join AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony as he talks one-on-one with the industry professionals ushering in one of the most significant eras in automotive history. Previous guests in this trailer, by order of appearance, include: Jan Griffiths, founder of Gravitas Detroit, from the episode AutoCulture 2.0, posted on April 12th, 2024. Alex Polon…

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