Best Bryan Lefelhoc Podcasts (2025)

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Darlene and Samir Rashed: Choosing Commitment Over Emotion…On Purpose 42:56

4d ago42:56

42:56

Purpose under pressure means having the guts to stick to what you’re made for, instead of giving in to the easy path or the short road. When things get dicey, do you stand strong? It matters in business, and it matters at least as much in marriage. What choice will you make when the going get’s tough? In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host…

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Mike Parry: All In on Career Education…Under Pressure 34:42

12d ago34:42

34:42

Career Education is interesting because it seems so pigeonholed. Isn’t career education what school in general is all about? Yet, career education is funded differently, received and perceived differently by parents and students, and separated from public and private schools in general. Still, despite the stigma and the odds, career education is bo…

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Jon Parrish Peede: Answering the Call…On Purpose 45:48

18d ago45:48

45:48

When we’ve reached the pinnacle, are we necessarily done? Or is it ok to take another leap, take on another challenge, and work to deliver excellence again? Is it ok? I think for life’s successful individuals, it’s not just OK. It’s a way of life. When life calls, we need to be prepared to answer the call. There is a reason, and that may just be yo…

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Nick Kyriazis: Something From Nothing: The Market 42 Story…On Purpose 20:45

26d ago20:45

20:45

We see the empty field, or the abandoned storefront, and perhaps we wonder…”What if?” Then, maybe we see a realtor’s sign in front of that same space, and perhaps we wonder…”Could I?” You see, every one of us dreams. Some of us make dreams come true. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies w…

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Lena Wilson: Hard Work and Fast Success…on Purpose 26:44

1M ago26:44

26:44

When you see a product on the store shelves, do you ever think about what it took to make that happen? Do you think about the family behind the business and the challenges they’ve overcome together. Do you think about the future in front of the business and what it will take to keep that product in demand? Or do you simply chalk it up to “overnight…

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Bill Montgomery: Local Listener Funded Christian Radio…Under Pressure 29:50

1M ago29:50

29:50

There’s a lot of money out there in the broadcasting world, maybe a little bit of fame to chase. There are easier ways to spend your days, perhaps than others. It is true, that doing the right thing isn’t always the easy thing. Yet, those who do their work on purpose, believing in a higher calling and a larger responsibility, rarely choose the easy…

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Debbie Boehmke: Doing Business with a Servant’s Heart…On Purpose 36:07

2M ago36:07

36:07

The overwhelming purpose stated by guests on this show is a desire to help people. It’s the stated purpose in almost every show, of almost every guest. But that looks different for each of us. Sometimes, we see one way to help others, and we think that is the only way. If we aren’t helping in that direction, well, are we helping? That was the press…

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Jessica Cliff: All In and On Purpose…Under Pressure 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

Freedom. It’s what entrepreneurs want, right? To do their own thing, on their own mission, with their own purpose. But freedom has its price. Less time. Tight cash flow. Circumstances beyond control. Nobody said freedom is easy. But it’s the driving force that brings entrepreneurs to do whatever it takes to get it. And to do it again and again. In …

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Jason Sanders/The One J Sun, Esquire: Wrestling The Dream…Under Pressure 47:30

2M ago47:30

47:30

If someone told you they wanted to be a Professional Wrestler, what would you say? Now, what do you really think? I'll leave that response to you. While you're figuring it out, check out this episode of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast. Dreams come true if we have the guts to go after them! Jason Sanders does...and he's living the dream as The On…

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Chef Todd Whitman: Cooking Up Recovery and Redemption…On Purpose 41:40

2M ago41:40

41:40

If you think you've got it down, you probably do. But if you think you can't battle back, you're wrong. People who have been as low or lower than you have done it, and our guest this week is proof. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies speaks with Chef Todd Whitman, the executive chef at S…

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Katy Spicer: The Myth of Work Life Balance…On Purpose 30:56

4M ago30:56

30:56

In this final episode of Season 6 of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies, welcomes Katy Spicer, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Reserves, a commercial litigation attorney, and an aspiring entrepreneur. She's also a Mom! Thus the Work/Life Balance focus for our show! Katy shares her journey o…

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Doug Whittington: Selling on Purpose…Under Pressure 38:32

4M ago38:32

38:32

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies, talks sales success and strategies with Doug Whittington, a partner at Sandler by the Ruby Group. They explore how Sandler Training methodologies have shaped Doug's approach to sales, emphasizing the significance of being a trusted advisor rather than…

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Billy Francis and Dan Lawson: Making Christmas Merry for Everyone…on Purpose 29:49

4M ago29:49

29:49

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder and owner of Bryan Media Strategies discusses the mission and impact of the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Ashland, Ohio, with Major Billy Francis and Dan Lawson. They explore the Kroc Center's role in providing essential services to the community, especially during the holiday …

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Ron Jones: The Search for Identity…Under Pressure 29:51

5M ago29:51

29:51

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies, speaks with Ron Jones, a national account manager at Delavan Spray Technologies. Ron shares his journey of faith, identity crises, and the pressures of life that have shaped his purpose. He discusses the importance of finding meaning beyond career rol…

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Gerald Engelhart: Building and Rebuilding a Business…Under Pressure 32:50

5M ago32:50

32:50

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies, speaks with Gerry Engelhart, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Automated Print and Promo. Gerry shares his journey from being an accountant to owning a printing business, discussing the challenges he faced, the importance of sales training, and…

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John Liebler: On Fear, Adrenaline, Failure and Success…Under Pressure 34:35

5M ago34:35

34:35

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, owner of Bryan Media Strategies, engages with John Liebler, founder of RSC Insights, who shares his unique perspective on business growth, motivation, and the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. John discusses his self-identified role as a "Swiss Army Knife of Business", emphasizing the…

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Good Deeds, Big Dreams and Cranked Up TV…on Purpose 39:28

5M ago39:28

39:28

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies talks with Scott Donley and Phil Garrett from Good Deed Entertainment as they prepare to go live with the launch of their new streaming service, Cranked Up TV. There is pressure when it comes to going toe to toe with the big boys in the streaming indus…

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Stacy Schiemann: Doing the Right Thing...On Purpose 29:21

6M ago29:21

29:21

In this episode of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies engages with Stacy Schiemann, the Executive Director of the United Way of Ashland County. They discuss the pressures and challenges faced by nonprofit organizations in fundraising and community support. Stacy shares insights on the importan…

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Monica Grays: Bearing a Teachers Heart…Under Pressure 32:44

6M ago32:44

32:44

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc of Bryan Media Strategies speaks with Monica Grays, a dedicated teacher and founder of the Second Semester Consignment Shop in Cleveland, Ohio. Monica shares her journey in education, and the challenges teachers face as they work to do their difficult but important jobs. The key outcome…

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Savings Hearts and Saving Lives…On Purpose 35:15

6M ago35:15

35:15

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies discusses the critical role of AEDs in saving lives with David Fritzsche, founder of SaveHeart by Heart Nation. They explore the challenges of placing AEDs in public spaces, the regulatory landscape, and the entrepreneurial pressures faced by David in …

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Dr. Chad Burton: The Emergency is Now…On Purpose 32:28

6M ago32:28

32:28

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc of Bryan Media Strategies talk with Dr. Chad Burton, an emergency physician turned healthcare consultant, to discuss the complexities of the American healthcare system. They explore the challenges patients face in understanding emergencies, the need for proactive healthcare solutions, a…

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The Unexpected Journey to Purpose…Under Pressure 29:04

6M ago29:04

29:04

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies talks with Tristan Griffin, founder of Farming with Friends, a nonprofit community farm dedicated to employing individuals with disabilities. Tristan shares his journey from law school to coaching and eventually to establishing a farm that emphasizes r…

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Sharon Johnson: Random Acts of Kindness…on Purpose 38:02

7M ago38:02

38:02

This is Episode #1 of Season 6 of the Purpose Under Pressure Podcast! In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc of Bryan Media Strategies speaks with Sharon Johnson, the owner of Natural Soap Lab and founder of the charity Never Give Up, Never Quit. Here's the deal. We don't know what people are going through when we come up on…

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Aubrey and Aaron Bates: Work and Life in Balance…On Purpose 36:23

9M ago36:23

36:23

Yes, "life" comes first. But what does that even mean? Life balance requires equal, superhuman effort to keep both sides working. Family can’t take a backseat to work. And your work can’t suffer from inattention. It’s a real problem that too many brush aside as impossible to accomplish. That’s why I’m proud to introduce you to Aaron and Aubrey Bate…

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Mackenzie Rossero: A “New Day” Everyday, Live and Local…Under Pressure 31:18

9M ago31:18

31:18

Running live television is expensive, challenging, and stressful. That’s why fewer and fewer outlets are doing it. Enter Mackenzie Rossero, of New Day Cleveland at Fox 8 in Cleveland. She’s helping put together a two-hour live show, with live guests, with a live clock, every day in one of this country's most storied local broadcasting cities. Let’s…

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Ginny Telego: Resilience, Leadership and Horses…Building a Business On Purpose. 31:11

9M ago31:11

31:11

Sometimes, you’ve just got to get back up on the horse. Easier said than done, I think. Some people have nothing to lose. And some people have lost everything. There is a big difference, and there are big lessons to be learned. Ginny Telego, President and CEO of Collaboration Partners, shares her story of persistence in the face of devastation, and…

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Doug Reynolds: Brewing Big Dreams and Downtown Vitality…Under Pressure 31:18

9M ago31:18

31:18

Trailblazers do one thing well. They blaze their own trail. Anyone can walk down a clear path. It takes courage, confidence, and maybe a little bit of "crazy" to pave a way where few have dared to tread. Doug Reynolds, co-owner of Uniontown Brewing Company, shares his journey of opening a brewery and restaurant in downtown Ashland, Ohio. Despite th…

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Pete and Doug Cooper: Brewing Something Good...On Purpose 39:39

9M ago39:39

39:39

Business really can change lives. For employees, suppliers and their families in a cycle of influence. When it's about you, it's easy. When it's about others, it throws a wrench in the system. Goldberry Roasting Company in Ashland buys coffee beans from farmers in Mexico. That's not rare. They buy them for more than the farmers want to sell them fo…

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Karin Reale: Selling Worldwide and Staying Local...On Purpose 30:47

10M ago30:47

30:47

Family business doesn't always stay small. As you grow, the pressures rise, the expectations and opportunities multiply. If you're not careful and if you're not grounded...the pressure can take over the purpose. Karin Reale, CFO and owner of Goosefoot Acres, shares the story of Dandy Blend, a caffeine-free herbal beverage and coffee alternative, st…

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Mark Akins: Resilience, Belief, Positivity and Determination...Under Pressure 45:32

10M ago45:32

45:32

Mark Akins is the first "second chance" guest on Purpose Under Pressure. The first episode saw him picking himself up from the bottom after a failed suicide attempt. This episode takes place a year later, and finds Mark accomplishing the very things he said he'd do with his second chance. Mark is now a three time author, a public and motivational s…

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Shaw Rader: Building a Future for Your Company and Your Community...on Purpose 28:25

10M ago28:25

28:25

In a small town, everyone knows your name and your work. That is its own kind of pressure if you're the kind of guy or the kind of business that accepts the responsibility. Shaw Rader and Simonson Construction are those kinds of guys. The Purpose Under Pressure podcast is brought to you in partnership with Sandler by the Ruby Group, serving sales p…

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Pt McManamon: Taking the Hard Road...On Purpose 37:02

10M ago37:02

37:02

Starting over is never easy. It's not comfortable. It can be scary. And when you're leaving a good thing to start something new, there's no guarantees. Sounds like pressure, right? But for Pat McManamon, Senior Partner at Sandler by the Ruby Group in Jacksonville Florida, staying safe and protected in that comfortable corporate world was the pressu…

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Scott Harris: Leading Others to Their Purpose...On Purpose 39:13

11M ago39:13

39:13

A near-death experience will change things. A second near-death experience changes everything. When you're living a life far from your purpose, God has a way of getting your attention. He got Scott Harris' attention in a big way, and now Scott lives his life to serve others and to lead them to find a purpose of their own. The Purpose Under Pressure…

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James Collins: Bringing Purpose on the Front Lines and the Home Front...Under Pressure 38:27

11M ago38:27

38:27

You might think it would be harder behind enemy lines leading a team of Marines than it is to build a successful business and raise a thriving family. And in reality, I still think it is. But our guest James Collins has done both, and he'll tell you that Marine life is simple. It's the chaos of homeland life that provides the pressure. Learn from o…

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Chris Tunnell: Standing up for Justice...Under Pressure 38:27

11M ago38:27

38:27

Summary: When your job is public, you take a lot of heat. Especially when societal values, privacy, and the rights of others make the truth seem murky. Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney deals with these pressures every day in a quest for justice that satisfies the rule of law, and not what people think should happen, regardless of viewpoint and p…

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Rick Hart: Building an Engine to Help Kids Across the Country...On Purpose 27:08

11M ago27:08

27:08

Rick Hart, CEO and founder of Jump Start Sports, shares his journey of starting a mission-driven business that benefits the lives of children through sports. He discusses the challenges of expanding the business while staying true to the mission and the recent decision to franchise the company. Rick emphasizes the importance of finding franchisees …

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Jim Smith: Living a Hall of Fame Life...on Purpose 35:16

1y ago35:16

35:16

We know what the champions look like. Legends, Masters, the Best of the Best of the Best. But what about you? Where do you rank? Can you persevere? Jim Smith, Content Manager with The Pro Football Hall of Fame has. In multiple roles, in different industries, he plays to win. His message: "Whatever you're doing, whatever the challenge, against all o…

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Deanna Russo: Persistence and Personality on Social Media...On Purpose 34:13

1y ago34:13

34:13

News flash: Social media is here to stay! Yet, as business leaders, it can be frustrating, overwhelming, seemingly controversial and scary. So, some leave it for others. Deanna Russo, a LinkedIn strategist and owner of Leverage Up, dove in and learned LinkedIn out of necessity to differentiate herself in her sales role. Now, she teaches what she's …

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Steve Spinelli: Creating a Culture of Excellence...on Purpose 34:19

1y ago34:19

34:19

When you ask someone to tell you about their business, you anticipate hearing the task they perform or the service they provide. Steve Spinelli, owner and President at Uni Pro Painting doesn't start there. He'll tell you that what his business does is create a place for people to thrive, and for employees to become the very best they can be. When y…

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Jason Reynolds: Deciding to Stand Up or Run Away...Under Pressure 30:38

1y ago30:38

30:38

Some people ignore pressure and push on recklessly against all odds. Some people fold at the slightest hint of trouble. And some, like Jason Reynolds, Chief Training Officer and Owner at Sandler by the Ruby Group, embrace Pressure, and they dance with it. Pressure can motivate and inspire you to accomplish bigger things than you ever thought possib…

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Jay Allred: Fighting for Local, with only Democracy at Stake...on Purpose 39:13

1y ago39:13

39:13

There is no question that the media will take sides. In a world where money talks, then whatever drives the money is what will be said. That means big money and big media get to make the rules, and that leaves the local folks behind. Local newspapers are a dying breed. And local radio has long been swallowed up. Jay Allred, CEO of Source Brand Solu…

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Henry Boggs: Building a Business by Jumping First then Building the Wings...On Purpose 34:53

1y ago34:53

34:53

In Business, you have to have a plan. But you also need to plan for when the original plan goes sideways. Henry Boggs, President of Concept Manufacturing, LLC wanted to build something special. Something that meets his desire for transparency, ethics, and promises kept. But pressures come along, and they throw you off track. That happens, and then …

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Brent Williams: Riding the Wave Where it Takes You...Under Pressure 41:57

1y ago41:57

41:57

Life happens while you are making other plans. Brent Williams, Director of Technical Services for Advantage Innovations, had plans for his life that did not include where he ultimately landed. Sound familiar? What happens when change happens? You have two choices. You can lie down and let the wave crash over you. Or...you adapt, you reset, and you …

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Tracey Bradley: Helping Veterans Transition into a Civilian World...Under Pressure 31:29

1y ago31:29

31:29

Veterans have sacrificed all for our country. We thank them. We honor their service. But when it comes to making the transition out of the military into civilian life, it's harder than we think, and tougher than we know. Imagine being a leader in your unit, successful and respected. Then, with a final salute, they seek work, respect and dignity in …

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Christina Walbolt: Whatever it takes to protect your family...under Pressure 34:43

1y ago34:43

34:43

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, we talk with Christina Walbolt, Owner of REcademy Real Estate Coaching about what a mom will do when her back is against the wall. We all know they fight...but Christina took that fight to the extreme, and built a career and business for herself that helped her to make sure her family never goes without ag…

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Silas Hite: Leaving the Comfort Zone to Make Dreams Come True...On Purpose 33:32

1y ago33:32

33:32

People tell you you can do anything you want to do. But it's not that easy. And the comfort zone, where good enough is good enough, can steal the ambition to make dreams come true. Emmy Winning Composer and Musician Silas Hite joins the Purpose Under Pressure podcast. Working with his famous relatives in the music industry, Silas had it made. But h…

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The Medina County Juvenile Detention Center/Ron Stollar and Megan Milliken: Second Chances...On Purpose 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

32:01

Kids make mistakes, and sometimes they are big ones. When you break the law, there are consequences. But most of these kids are broken, due to family, drugs and societal pressures. They need a second chance. Megan Millikin and Ron Stollar are going above and beyond at the Medina County Juvenile Detention Center. They aren't just sentencing these ki…

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Melanie Miller: Standing up for What is Right...Under Pressure 34:22

1+ y ago34:22

34:22

Most of us look at politics and wish it could be different. Ohio State Representative Melanie Miller decided to do something about it. She believes in God, in doing the right thing, and isn't afraid to govern and make policy from that position. In fact, she relishes the opportunity. Learn about what a freshman politician has to stand up for, and ag…

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Jeff Kinzbach: Rock and Roll, Radio and the Road...On Purpose 32:22

1+ y ago32:22

32:22

Jeff Kinzbach likes to win, and knowing how to please his radio audience is how he did it. For 18 years, he ruled the roost at "The Buzzard" WMMS as host of the Jeff and Flash show. But times changed, the industry changed, and the pressures mounted. If "Purpose" means doing it your way, then "Pressure" is every other path. Jeff talks about what he …

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Ashley Powell and Tracy Ruffin: Moms on a Mission...Under Pressure 32:33

1+ y ago32:33

32:33

When jobs and commitments must come first...then you need two firsts. Because family always takes the lead. Ashley Powell and Tracy Ruffin are family. They are also driven, community-minded leaders in their own organizations, in their churches, in their jobs, who have a dream not just for themselves and their communities...but for their children. T…

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