Best Juan Rivas Podcasts (2025)

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"Offbeat" - Joseph "Joe" Madrid - TRIO Upward Bound Alum 1:08:14

3d ago1:08:14

1:08:14

What does it mean to give back? This week on Let's Talk TRIO, we sit down with Joseph “Joe” Madrid, a TRIO Upward Bound success story now working as the Academic Services Coordinator at Clovis Community College. Joe takes us through his inspiring journey: from his own college aspirations to his current role empowering future TRIO students. Tune in …

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"Ambitious" - Christina Sebastian - TRIO Student Support Services (Dallas College) 52:55

2M ago52:55

52:55

Let's talk about real college life! We're chatting with an incredible student from Dallas College who's juggling academics, leadership, and everything in between. Christina Sebastian joins the Let’s Talk TRIO podcast to share her experience as a student and participant. Listen in as Christina shares about her involvement with TRIO Student Support S…

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“Dedicated” - Paulia D. Williams - TRIO Staff 1:08:36

2M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Ever wondered what drives someone to dedicate their career to empowering first-generation college students? This episode answers that question with Paulia D. Williams, the award-winning Gamecock Guarantee Coordinator at USC. Discover the personal story behind her passion for TRIO, and find out what it means to be recognized as the 2024 Dennis A. Pr…

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"Curious" - Jamie McDowell - TRIO Alum 1:08:48

2M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

This week's guest is Jamie McDowell! A graduate student at Colorado State University studying Student Affairs in Higher Education, Jamie is also a proud first-generation graduate and TRIO alum of the ACE program. She's a Provost Fellowship research recipient, Spirit of ACE award winner, and undergraduate woman leader nominee. Tune in to hear Jamie'…

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SPECIAL FEATURE: NOSOTROS Education Center - Lisa Retamozo 1:20:36

2M ago1:20:36

1:20:36

This is a paid partnership episode by our sponsor, NOSOTROS Education Center. While the episode showcases our sponsor's services, we believe that the episode also contains valuable information relevant to the TRIO community (free webinars, resources, and more). Lisa Retamozo, Director and Founder, is on the podcast to share upcoming workshops on: T…

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"Focused, Persistent, and Relentless" - The TRIO Upward Bound Staff at the University of Montana 2:39:44

2M ago2:39:44

2:39:44

Changing lives, one student at a time. Meet the dedicated TRIO Upward Bound team at the University of Montana-Missoula on this episode of Let's Talk TRIO. Xavier Xtravaganza, Jonathan Carter, and Dannette Fadness reveal what drives them to support students on their path to higher education and share inspiring stories from the front lines. Community…

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Hey Friend! Catching Up with Daniela Garcia - TRIO Alum 58:55

3M ago58:55

58:55

What happens when a TRIO student becomes a TRIO leader? Find out on this episode of Let's Talk TRIO! We catch up with Daniela Garcia, now Director of Upward Bound at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell, to hear how TRIO impacted her life and how she's now paying it forward. It's a story of transformation you won't want to miss. A heartfelt thanks…

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Opinion Piece on the Attempt to Freeze Federal Programs by Juan Rivas 6:53

3M ago6:53

6:53

Juan's opinion on the attempt to freeze the budgets of many federal programs which could have potential affects on TRIO. This move by the Trump Administration was blocked by a federal judge and, ultimately, the administration rescinded the memo. To support the work and mission of TRIO, make a donation to the Council for Opportunity in Education (CO…

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Movies, Books, Politics, and Reflection! 1:37:47

3M ago1:37:47

1:37:47

In this SEASON FINALE of The Fifth Dimension Podcast, our co-hosts discuss movies they are looking forward to seeing this year, books they have read, insight into politics, and they offer up some reflection as we look ahead to 2025. This episode features responses from our listeners who have engaged on our polls and questions over on our social med…

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“A Mariposa Abroad” - Nelsy Montes-Romero - TRIO Student Support Services 1:16:29

3M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

SEASON 6 FINALE! Hear from Nelsy Montes-Romero, a current TRIO Student Support Services participant at California State University-Monterey Bay. Nelsy joins us to share her inspiring journey, including her academic progress, exciting personal experiences, and how TRIO is supporting her on her path to success. A heartfelt thanks to our individual su…

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"Resilient" - Michael Dillard - TRIO Upward Bound Alum 1:25:12

4M ago1:25:12

1:25:12

From Poverty to the World Stage: Michael Dillard, a TRIO Upward Bound alum, shares his incredible journey. This 'accidental' diplomat, author of "Accidental Success," reveals how education transformed his life. Learn how TRIO Upward Bound helped him navigate college, discover his passion for finance, and ultimately, find his voice on the global sta…

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"Resilient" - Dr. Renee Delgado-Riley - TRIO McNair Alum from the University of New Mexico 2:08:06

4M ago2:08:06

2:08:06

In this episode: Dr. Renee Delgado-Riley, TRIO McNair Alum from the University of New Mexico and Director of Research and Assessment within the Office of Student Life at the University of Oregon. Dr. Delgado-Riley is on the podcast to share her TRIO journey, being an alum of the TRIO McNair program, her interest in research, and so much more. A hea…

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"Outgoing" - Cove Johnson - TRIO Upward Bound Participant at the University of North Dakota 52:46

4M ago52:46

52:46

In this episode: Cove Johnson, TRIO Upward Bound participant and TRIO Talent Search alum from the University of North Dakota. Cove is on the podcast to share her TRIO journey, interests in high school, potential career paths, and so much more. A heartfelt thank you to our individual supporters: Dr. Jamie Motley Dr. Ryan Barone Dr. Jeff Nepute Angel…

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The Holiday Episode! 1:25:30

4M ago1:25:30

1:25:30

After recovering from their post-election hangover, Kurt and Juan return to discuss...what else? MOVIES! Listen as Kurt and Juan discuss movies that use the Holidays as part of their setting. Should you consider it a Holiday movie? Listen as both co-hosts make the case for their favorite movies. Other topics include Thanksgiving recap, looking ahea…

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"Inspired" - Dr. Lydia Perez - Director of TRIO Programs 1:35:15

4M ago1:35:15

1:35:15

In this episode: Dr. Lydia Perez, Director of TRIO Programs at Mesa Community College and TRIO Alum. Dr. Perez is on the podcast to share her TRIO journey, her path to college (which started with attending a football game!), pursuing a doctoral degree, and receiving the Walter O. Mason Jr. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportun…

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"Empowering" - Natalie DeMarco - TRIO McNair Participant 1:12:10

5M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

In this episode: Natalie DeMarco, Researcher and Participant of the TRIO McNair program at Montana State University-Bozeman. Natalie is on the podcast to share her TRIO journey, her path to college, joining TRIO McNair, and more. Listen as Natalie talks about her experience being a TRIO participant, participating in research opportunities, establis…

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"Boisterous" - Kellyann Weber - TRIO Upward Bound Director 2:06:30

5M ago2:06:30

2:06:30

In this podcast episode: Kellyann Weber, TRIO Upward Bound Director at Clovis Community College in New Mexico. Kellyann is on the podcast to discuss how she followed her current path to TRIO as a career. Kellyann shares what initially got her to go to college and how her interests evolved over time. Listen as Kellyann shares her educational and pro…

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"Determined" - Celestina Munoz-Bryant - TRIO SSS Director 1:58:55

5M ago1:58:55

1:58:55

In this podcast episode: Celestina Munoz-Bryant, TRIO Alum and TRIO Student Support Services Director at the University of Southern Indiana. Celestina is on the podcast to talk about her TRIO journey. From joining a TRIO program to now leading as a director for TRIO Student Support Services. Listen as Celestina shares her educational and profession…

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"Determined" - Daniel Krhin - TRIO Director and Financial Instructor 1:29:52

6M ago1:29:52

1:29:52

In this podcast episode: Daniel Krhin, Director of TRIO at Ripon College and Financial Instructor. Daniel is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Daniel shares his experience in college, overcoming adversity and self-doubt, serving TRIO programs, and teaching students how to better think of the…

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The Post-Election Show: What Did We Learn? 1:33:39

6M ago1:33:39

1:33:39

After months of buildup, endless campaign ends, and infinite October surprises … we have finally arrived at the Post-Election Show! Join our co-hosts, Kurt and Juan, as they offer up their observations of the 2024 Presidential Election. Listen as they discuss, deconstruct, analyze, as they seek to answer the question: “So, what did we learn?” Be su…

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"Multi-Potentialite" - Jennifer Franco - TRIO Staff and Entrepreneur 1:51:36

6M ago1:51:36

1:51:36

In this podcast episode: Jennifer Franco, Entrepreneur, Board Member for several non-profit organizations, and TRIO staff. Jennifer is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Jennifer shares her experience in college, the challenges of being a single mother, going to college as a non-traditional s…

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"Ambitious" - Mercy Herrera - TRIO Alum 1:50:31

6M ago1:50:31

1:50:31

In this podcast episode: Mercy Herrera, TRIO Alum of the McNair Program. Mercy is the Founder and Lead of Equip Academy of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Mercy is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Mercy shares her experience in college, her experience in education, starting a new charter school,…

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"Passionate" and "Meticulous" - Melinda and Seferino Gurule - Former TRIO Staff Members 1:58:36

6M ago1:58:36

1:58:36

In this podcast episode: Melinda and Seferino Gurule, former TRIO staff members for different institutions and currently serve two different institutions of higher education. Melinda Gurule - Success Coach and Advisor for the University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO) Seferino Gurule - Academic Advisor for Colorado State University Online (Fort …

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The Halloween Episode! 1:10:44

6M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

In this episode of The Fifth Dimension Podcast: The Halloween Episode! Listen as our co-hosts, Juan and Kurt, talk about their memories of Halloween and discuss scary movies. What makes scary movies so compelling? Are there hidden meanings behind these movies? What do our co-hosts think about this genre? Listen in and let us know what you think on …

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"Optimist" - Kamakshi Velamuri - TRIO SSS Student @ NCCU 1:26:56

6M ago1:26:56

1:26:56

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Kamakshi Velamuri, TRIO Student Support Services participant at North Carolina Central University and CEO and Founder of Universal Vidya. Listen as Kamakshi shares her educational journey, her path to TRIO SSS at NCCU, and founding her own non-profit organization. Hear Kamakshi's wonderful story about perseveranc…

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"Ambitious" - Emmanuel Lopez - Director of the Latinx Resource Center 1:29:09

7M ago1:29:09

1:29:09

In this podcast episode: Emmanuel Lopez, Director of the Latinx Resource Center at Governors State University. Emmanuel is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Emmanuel shares his experience in college, the challenges and barriers facing first generation professionals, and so much more. A HUGE …

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"Persistent" & "Dynamic" - Yo TRIO! x Let's Talk TRIO - E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams 2:09:06

7M ago2:09:06

2:09:06

In this special edition of Let's Talk TRIO: A TRIO Podcast Crossover! Yo TRIO! x Let's Talk TRIO. Juan interviews E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams, hosts of the Yo TRIO! podcast. E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams talk about the Yo TRIO! podcast, their own educational and professional journey, thoughts about the TRIO programs, and so much more. Listen to Yo TRIO! …

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"Passionate" - Sam Blanco III (SB3) - COE Board Chair and Associate Director for Pre-College TRIO Programs 1:40:43

7M ago1:40:43

1:40:43

In this podcast episode: Sam Blanco III (SB3), TRIO Alum and Associate Director of Pre-College TRIO Programs at the University of California-Davis, and former Board Chair for the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE). Sam is on the podcast to share his educational journey, professional career, and personal life. Listen as Sam talks about mento…

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"Try-er" - Catalina Arana Mendoza - TRIO Alum 1:23:15

8M ago1:23:15

1:23:15

In this podcast episode: Catalina Arana Mendoza, recent graduate of Eastern New Mexico University (Spring 2024), TRIO Alum, and podcaster. Catalina is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Catalina shares about her life experience, experiences in college, preparing for college, opportunities while …

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"Motivated" - Dr. Christopher Baca - TRIO Staff 1:01:15

8M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

In this podcast episode: Dr. Christopher Baca, TRIO Staff with Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell's TRIO Educational Opportunity Center. Dr. Christopher Baca is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Dr. Baca shares about his own experiences in higher education, preparing for college, pursuing a …

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"Goofy" - Jasper Wojtach - TRIO Alum 1:32:59

8M ago1:32:59

1:32:59

In this podcast episode: Jasper Wojtach, TRIO Alum of Student Support Services and Transitional Advisor for SUNY-Ulster. Jasper is on the podcast to share their educational, personal, and professional journey. Listen as Jasper shares their college experience, identifying their career, challenges they've had to overcome, serving TRIO, and so much mo…

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Sideline Stories 1:15:40

8M ago1:15:40

1:15:40

Luis, Juan, and special guest Eric L. talk sports, NBA, and more.By Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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"Persistent" - Sandra Carmona Jobe - TRIO Staff and Consultant 1:23:19

9M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this podcast episode: Sandra Carmona Jobe, graduate of the University of Arkansas in Little Rock, TRIO staff member, and consultant. Sandra is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Sandra shares about her own experiences in higher education, preparing for college, transitioning to a professional…

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"Inquisitive" - Laquanna Sledge - TRIO Student Support Services Staff 1:33:39

9M ago1:33:39

1:33:39

In this podcast episode: Laquanna Sledge, former TRIO Student Support Services staff member at Halifax Community College (North Carolina), PhD student at Liberty University, and Director of Institutional Research at Halifax Community College. Laquanna is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Laquan…

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"Megalomaniacal" - Micah Autry - Motivational Speaker, Enterpreneur, and Author 1:20:09

9M ago1:20:09

1:20:09

In this podcast episode: Micah Autry - motivational speaker, entrepreneur, published author, finance coach, and media producer. Micah is on the podcast to discuss his personal journey, educational path, and how he became an entrepreneur. Listen as Micah shares about attending college, his experience as an entrepreneur, working with large brands, an…

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Beyond the Cinemaverse! 1:26:23

10M ago1:26:23

1:26:23

Luis, Juan, and Kurt talk about movies and more!By Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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Womp, womp, womp... 45:13

11M ago45:13

45:13

Luis and Juan take on retro video games, give NBA updates, discuss the controversy of a commencement speaker, cover congressional mayhem, and talk about police action against protestors.By Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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What's Up? 1:05:39

12M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Luis and Juan discuss TikTok, anime and show updates, campus protests, and various topics.By Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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The Doomsday Clock Revisited 1:13:41

1y ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Juan and Luis talk about the The Doomsday ClockBy Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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Across the Cinemaverse! 1:36:45

1y ago1:36:45

1:36:45

Juan and Luis discuss movies. Episode featuring special guest: Kurt Munz-Raper.By Juan Rivas, Luis Rivas

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"Inspiring" - Nelsy Montes-Romero - TRIO Student Support Services 1:24:30

1y ago1:24:30

1:24:30

In this podcast episode: Nelsy Montes-Romero, participant of the TRIO Student Support Services program at California State University-Monterey Bay. Nelsy is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Nelsy shares about attending college, her experience as a participant of the TRIO SSS program, and looki…

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"Inspiring" - Catherine Ybarra - TRIO Staff & Alum 1:29:18

1y ago1:29:18

1:29:18

In this podcast episode: Catherine Ybarra, TRIO Upward Bound Alum & TRIO Upward Bound Math/Science Director at the College of the Sequoias (CA). Catherine is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Catherine talks about being part of a TRIO program as a student then a staff member, her experience as …

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"Courageous" - Yosiah Davila - TRIO Alum 59:12

1y ago59:12

59:12

In this episode: Yosiah Davila, TRIO Upward Bound/Talent Search Alum of the Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell. Yosiah is on the podcast to share their personal and educational journey. Listen as Yosiah discusses their academic experience, discovering your own identity, how TRIO influenced their educational path, family support, starting their o…

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A Warrior Without Frontiers Part III - Amaris Lopez - TRIO Alumni 52:40

1+ y ago52:40

52:40

In this episode: Amaris Lopez, TRIO Student Support Services Alum from California State University-Monterey Bay. Amaris, three-time guest and friend of the podcast, returns to share life updates and discuss life overseas. Listen as Amaris discusses culture, life in a foreign country, teaching, and much more. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and spon…

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”Sister Thorough” - Kim Jones - President of the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) 47:09

1+ y ago47:09

47:09

THIS IS EPISODE #100 OF LET'S TALK TRIO! In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Kim Jones, President of the Council for Opportunity in Education. Kim is on the podcast to share her personal and educational journey, discuss educational access, the role of COE, and taking on the role of President of COE. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Ang…

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”Determined” - Lisa Retamozo - Founder & CEO of NOSOTROS Education Center 1:22:10

1+ y ago1:22:10

1:22:10

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Lisa Retamozo, the founder & CEO of NOSOTROS Education Center. Lisa is on the podcast to share her own personal, professional, and educational journey. Listen as she shares about going to college, working for TRIO programs, and founding NOSOTROS Education Center. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Ange…

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First Generation Day 2023 at Colorado State University (11/8/2023) 1:21:07

1+ y ago1:21:07

1:21:07

In this special episode of Let's Talk TRIO: The sounds of First Generation Day at Colorado State University. Listen as a multiple students and staff at CSU share their experience being a first generation student. Special Guest appearance with Dr. Ryan Barone within the podcast. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosar…

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”Unpredictable” - Danielle Pacheco - TRIO SSS Alum 1:30:18

1+ y ago1:30:18

1:30:18

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Danielle Pacheco, an alumni of the TRIO Student Support Services program of AIMS Community College, graduate of University of Colorado-Boulder, and University of Northern Colorado. Danielle is on the podcast to discuss her personal and academic journey, being a transfer student, her experience with the TRIO Stude…

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”Hopeful” - Elias G. Quiñonez - TRIO UB Alum 1:52:24

1+ y ago1:52:24

1:52:24

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Elias G. Quiñonez who serves as Manager of Student Life and Diversity at Colorado State University's College of Agriculture. Elias is on the podcast to discuss his professional journey and educational journey, his experience in TRIO Upward Bound, attending college, importance of family, and working at Colorado St…

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”Persistent” - Horacio Aceves - TRIO Alum & Upward Bound Staff 2:33:30

1+ y ago2:33:30

2:33:30

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Horacio Aceves, an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program and now UB staff Associate Director at Occidental College (CA). Horacio is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey, experience in TRIO Upward Bound, attending college, and serving the very program that assisted him whil…

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