Best The Nerd Council Podcasts (2025)

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Season 7: Episode #007 - "THINK, MARK!" 1:30:36

13d ago1:30:36

1:30:36

This week on The Nerd Council, we’re diving into all three seasons of Invincible, breaking down the most jaw-dropping moments, standout character arcs, and the show's evolving themes. From the iconic train scene and Omni-Man’s brutal betrayal to the chaos of the Mark War and the blood-soaked battle with Conquest, we explore how Mark Grayson has gro…

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Season 7: Episode #006 - Gaming On The Big Screen Gone Wrong 1:49:23

22d ago1:49:23

1:49:23

What Is The Best Video Game Movie Adaptation? In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we look at the best and worst video games adapted to film and TV! From Super Mario to Castlevania, The Last of Us to Uncharted - what video game has had the best adaptation? We discuss what it takes to make a great video game adaptation and what has caused ma…

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USDN Interview w/ Bobby Campbell – Tales of the Illuminatus #2 1:32:57

25d ago1:32:57

1:32:57

USDN Interview w/ Bobby Campbell – Tales of the Illuminatus In this exciting episode of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN) podcast, we're diving deep into the world of conspiracy theories, secret societies, and mystical elements with Bobby Campbell, the mastermind behind the Tales of the Illuminatus comic book. Hosted by your Chairman, we…

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Game of Thrones: S3 | EP3 "Walk of Punishment" 51:13

24d ago51:13

51:13

In EP 63 of the Dancing with Dragons Podcast, Minwa and Tony dissect how The power dynamics in Westeros shift dramatically as characters face life-altering moments that challenge their identities and force tough decisions. We travel to Riverrun for a Tully funeral, watch scheming in King's Landing, and witness pivotal moments in the journeys of Jon…

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Season 7: Episode #005 - Hollywood's Creative Decline 1:46:31

1M ago1:46:31

1:46:31

Has Hollywood Officially Run Out of Ideas? In this episode of The Nerd Council, we dive into the never-ending cycle of reboots, legacy sequels, and live-action remakes—is Hollywood out of fresh ideas? From Robocop to Matrix Resurrections and Coming 2 America, we break down some of the most infamous failed attempts at reviving old franchises. We als…

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USDN Interview w/ Bruno Catarino | Scinematic Figments Kickstarter Preview 1:09:42

1M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

USDN Interview w/ Bruno Catarino | Scinematic Figments Kickstarter Preview Link to the KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/redwulfcomics/scinematic-figments-a-scifi-anthology-with-a-cinematic-feel?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=scinematic%20figments&total_hits=3 Welcome to the United States Department of Nerds (USDN) – where we’re…

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Game of Thrones: S3 | EP2 "Dark Wings, Dark Words" 50:55

2M ago50:55

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In EP 62 of the Dancing with Dragons Podcast, Tony & Minwa discuss the Stark children facing new challenges while key alliances and rivalries form across the Seven Kingdoms. We discover the true depth of Joffrey's monstrosity through Sansa's confession to Lady Olenna, and witness Catelyn's heartbreaking admission about Jon Snow. Bran meets Jojen an…

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Season 7: Episode #004 - Can't Get To Paradise from Atlanta 1:50:08

2M ago1:50:08

1:50:08

In this jam-packed episode of The Nerd Council, we dive into the latest in nerd culture! We break down Paradise on Disney+, the upcoming sci-fi thriller starring Ray Fisher and Ben Affleck—could this be Fisher’s big post-Justice League moment? Then, we tackle Captain America: Brave New World and the state of the MCU—will this be the film to reignit…

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USDN Presents Cobra Kai Never Dies 1:25:40

2M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

Hello there, welcome to the United States Department of Nerds and your ultimate destination for all things Cobra Kai Season 6, Part 3! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest action-packed twists, character arcs, and emotional moments that have us all on the edge of our seats. From the final showdown between the Iron Dragon and Cobra Kai to t…

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Game of Thrones: S3 | EP1 "Valar Dohaeris" 1:03:55

2M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

For episode 61 of Dancing with Dragons, we unpack the significance of "Valar Dohaeris," the premiere of Season 3 of Game of Thrones. We explore how this episode reshapes character dynamics, introduces new alliances, and intensifies the stakes in Westeros. Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_Reviews F…

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Whispers of Power: Varys Unveiled 52:43

3M ago52:43

52:43

Varys’ journey from a beggar in Lys to a powerful figure in Westeros raises questions about the true nature of power and loyalty. We explore his complex motivations, relationships, and the moral ambiguities of his character throughout the episode. Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_Reviews Follow Mi…

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Interview with Comic Book Creator Bruno Catarino - Discussing His New Kickstarter Project "Bereavement" 54:43

3M ago54:43

54:43

Interview with Comic Book Creator Bruno Catarino - Discussing His New Kickstarter Project "Bereavement" Description: In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the talented comic book creator Bruno Catarino to talk about his exciting new project, Bereavement, which is currently live on Kickstarter! Bruno takes us behind the scenes of this emotion…

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USDN Presents The Hottest Shows Wrap Party 2:13:32

3M ago2:13:32

2:13:32

Come along as we close the book on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and James Gunn's first entry into his first chapter, Gods and Monsters with DC's Creature Commandos. I have a all-star cast joining me on this episode to include Bill Bodkin (PopBreak), Amanda Rivas (PopBreak) and our newest member of The Council of Nerds, Randy Allain (Media-Lit). We have…

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Tales of Dunk and Egg 35:51

3M ago35:51

35:51

The episode explores the upcoming spin-off series "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," focusing on the adventures of Dunk and Egg amidst the backdrop of Westeros. Minwa and Tony discuss the show's character-driven narrative, humor, and potential impact while addressing fan concerns about the absence of large-scale battles and dragons. Support the show…

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MARVEL STUDIOS X-MEN Produced by Russos? | Rumor Rundown 55:25

3M ago55:25

55:25

Are the Russo Brothers producing Marvel Studios’ X-Men film? Or is this a LIE? Welcome back to another episode of New Rockstars’ Rumor Rundown, where we review all the rumors, gossips, and unconfirmed scoops that plague the world of nerdy fandom! In this episode, Brandon Barrick and Jessica Clemons look at the future of Marvel Studios’ Mutant Saga …

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SPIDER-MAN 4 (2026) Cast Confirmed + Black Panther Recast? | Rumor Rundown 56:58

3M ago56:58

56:58

Spider-Man 4! A New T’Challa! Cynthia Erivo as STORM? We need a RUMOR RUNDOWN! Welcome to the first-ever episode of a new series from New Rockstars called RUMOR RUNDOWN. On this show, the hosts of New Rockstars review the various scoops and rumors being circulated on the internet about the biggest upcoming titles. How do these rumors begin? Is ther…

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Dancing with Dragons Q & A: VOL II 1:00:46

3M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

What's the secret behind the enduring fascination with Game of Thrones, and how do the characters we love—or love to hate—shape its legendary status? Join us as we kick off 2025 and season 3 of Dancing with Dragons with a bang, celebrating Minwa's birthday and exploring the intricate web of character dynamics and plot twists that make Game of Thron…

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Season 3 Trailer 1:29

4M ago1:29

1:29

Dancing With Dragons: Season 3 Trailer 🐉 Minwa and Tony let you in on everything you can expect from them on the podcast this year - including coverage on the next spinoff show (A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms), their continuation of their GoT watch along and deep dives, and more. It’ll be a fun year, so stay tuned! Support the show Follow Dancing w…

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Final Dance of 2024 55:22

4M ago55:22

55:22

On the latest episode of Dancing With Dragons, our hosts Minwa and Tony have a little holiday fun, looking back on the podcast’s highlights of 2024 and their own favorite episodes of Dancing with Dragons, while hinting at what you can expect from us in 2025. They also discuss the latest ASOIAF related news and George RR Martin saying he might never…

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USDN Presents Down The Witches Road 1:40:25

4M ago1:40:25

1:40:25

The Chairman and Council Member Amanda Rivas from The Popbreak and The Socially Distanced Podcast are discussing the hottest shows out to include Creature Commandos, Skeleton Crew and you'll get our .02 on Agatha All Along.By USDN_Chairman

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USDN Presents Cobra Kai s6 pt 2 1:08:16

5M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

We are discussing part two of the sixth and final season of Cobra Kai. #shorts #USDN #podcast #nerds #DFPN #datfeelin #chairman #CobraKaiBy USDN_Chairman

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Small Council Draft 1:28:31

5M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

On the Dancing with Dragons podcast, our hosts Minwa and Tony draft their own Small Council, with special guest Tommy from @my_nerdy_obsessions! We each put together who we would pick to have by our side if we each were on the Iron Throne. We also chat with Tommy about GOT, HOTD, and the books. Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instag…

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Season 7: Episode #003 - Gaming On My Mind 1:28:38

5M ago1:28:38

1:28:38

Gaming has always been an area of contention when it comes to how beneficial or harmful it can be, so we decided to sit down and talk about all the ways gaming has helped us, how it has been impactful (and in some cases harmful) to our mental state and what can be done to ensure gaming is a force for good. And course expect your dose of nerdy news …

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House Velaryon 40:52

5M ago40:52

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On the Dancing with Dragons podcast, Tony and Minwa begin a new journey diving into the rich histories of the Westerosi families in A Song of Ice and Fire, starting with the ancient House Velaryon - from their Valyrian origins all the way to the events of House of the Dragon and even Game of Thrones. They discuss Corlys Velaryon and other interesti…

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GOT on the Big Screen? 41:57

6M ago41:57

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In a new episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony discuss the rumoured new movie set in the world of Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, and A Song of Ice and Fire. They consider potential story ideas and what the fans want to see most on the big screen. Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_R…

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USDN Presents I'm Your Boogeyman 1:39:14

6M ago1:39:14

1:39:14

We are discussing our favorite Boogeymen.By USDN_Chairman

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Unaired Pilot of Game of Thrones 49:47

6M ago49:47

49:47

In a new episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony share the story of the lost, unaired original pilot of Game of Thrones. They discuss the showrunners’ ups and downs during the process, from important recastings to major story changes and even minor details. Learn how they overcame ‘massive problems’ (as quoted to them), in order to create w…

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Season 7: Episode #002 - The 2024 Anime Landscape 1:42:34

6M ago1:42:34

1:42:34

*NOTE: We faced some technical difficulties with this episode so the audio will not be the quality you are used to. We hope you still enjoy this episode* 2024 has had it's highs and lows when it comes to anime, and with 2 months left in the year there is still plenty to look forward to, and be disappointed by. We take a look at shows that kept us w…

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The Night's Watch 59:54

7M ago59:54

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-In the latest episode of the podcast, Tony and Minwa dive into the history of one of the most important and iconic locations in Westeros, the Wall, and those who guard it - The Night’s Watch. There’s more than meet’s the eye to the ancient landmark and the strong Westerosi defense force… including an insane story from the books we’d love to see as…

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USDN Presents: Terminator Zero and Nerd News 1:53:04

7M ago1:53:04

1:53:04

We are discussing our thoughts on Terminator Zero and Nerd News from around the globe.By USDN_Chairman

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USDN Presents: The Boys Finale and Cobra Kai s6 pt 1 2:41:14

7M ago2:41:14

2:41:14

We are discussing our thoughts on The Boys Finale and part 1 of Season 6 of Cobra KaiBy USDN_Chairman

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George R.R. Martin and his Blog 1:09:09

7M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

George R.R. Martin, our beloved author of everything in the world of Westeros, recently made headlines with a controversial blog post where he criticizes certain elements of House of the Dragon Season 2. In the podcast episode, Tony and Minwa discuss the post and what it could mean for the future of HOTD, as well as other blog posts of his and what…

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Season 7: Episode #001 - Back Again... Again? 56:16

8M ago56:16

56:16

...If we go on a break again, it will be shorter! We promise! But we are back to bring you news, views, commentary and conversation on everything nerdy! We are The Nerd Council: your home for all things nerd culture! POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil WEBSITE: https://www.thenerdcouncil.co.uk SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://www.twitter…

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USDN Presents: Deadpool and Wolverine (Spoiler Edition) 1:35:29

8M ago1:35:29

1:35:29

We are discussing our thoughts on the team up of the Century, Deadpool and Wolverine.By USDN_Chairman

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Let us Dance with Dragons! 1:01:06

8M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Join Minwa and Tony as they mark a major milestone - their 50th episode! To celebrate, they're shaking things up by answering engaging listener questions and turning the tables on each other with some fun and revealing queries. Get ready to discover new sides of the hosts as they share their favorite desserts, current TV obsessions, and even their …

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"The Queen Who Ever Was" HOTD S2 | EP8 1:32:06

9M ago1:32:06

1:32:06

The finale of House of the Dragon Season 2 is here! Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, sees our character on the brink of war. Rhaenyra and Daemon finish up Team Blacks’ business at Harrenhal and rally their armies, Jace meets the Dragonseeds, and Alicent makes an offer Rhaenyra can’t refuse. Though fans were disappointed by the episode, there’s a …

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USDN Presents: The Acolyte Finale 1:35:24

9M ago1:35:24

1:35:24

We are discussing our thoughts on The Acolyte Finale.By USDN_Chairman

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"The Red Sowing" HOTD S2 | EP7 1:03:03

9M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

The penultimate episode of House of the Dragon Season 2 is here! Episode 7, The Red Sowing, delivers on the spectacle expected from a penultimate episode and finally raises the stakes for Team Black. Rhaenyra meets the Dragonseeds, unclaimed dragons find new riders, and Daemon finally finishes up business at Harrenhal. Minwa and Tony dissect the ep…

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"Smallfolk" HOTD S2 | EP6 1:03:43

9M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

In the 47th episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony dive into their discussion on House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 6, 'Smallfolk'. They kick off the conversation by addressing the disappointment some fans have expressed regarding the season's progression. The hosts then tackle a plethora of questions before delving into a detailed reca…

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"Regent" HOTD S2 | EP5 53:49

10M ago53:49

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The latest episode of HOTD sees our characters deal with the aftermath of pivotal battle at Rook’s Rest. Alicent braces for the future and Aemond as regent, Rhaenyra appoints a Hand of the Queen as Jace embarks on a solo mission, and Daemon’s visions get even more frustrating and intense at Harrenhal. It’s an episode that differs from the source ma…

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"The Red Dragon and the Gold" HOTD S2 | EP4 1:09:26

10M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

House of the Dragon had one of its biggest episodes to date. Episode 4 of Season 2 features our first ever bonafide dragon-on-dragon fight as Team Blacks and Team Greens meet head-on at a pivotal clash at Rook’s Rest. Leading up to the battle, Rhaenyra returns to Dragonstone and Alicent puts Aegon in his place. At Harrenhal, Daemon is being haunted…

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"The Burning Mill" HOTD S2 | EP3 1:06:16

10M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

In Episode 3 of Season 2, Team Blacks and Team Greens address a battle in the riverlands with Daemon and Criston heading to Harrenhal, while Rhaenyra sets out on a risky final attempt at making peace. Minwa and Tony discuss & recap the episode, including the underlying depth of the episode seen through Heleana and Alicent, as well as Daemon’s mysti…

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"Rhaenyra the Cruel" HOTD S2 | EP2 58:59

10M ago58:59

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In Episode 2 of Season 2 of House of the Dragon, Rhaenyra gets a new title as she is blamed for the death of Prince Jaeherys Targaryen. We see our beloved Team Blacks are weakened by this and a rift between Daemon and Rhaenyra. Meanwhile, Team Greens are busy mourning, pointing fingers, coming up with a disastrous plan, and annoying Minwa and Tony …

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USDN Presents: The Acolyte plus News 2:15:54

11M ago2:15:54

2:15:54

We are discussing our thoughts on The Acolyte and nerd news from around the interwebs.By USDN_Chairman

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"A Son for a Son" HOTD S2 | EP1 1:09:35

11M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

House of the Dragon is back! Season 2’s premiere episode dropped and Minwa and Tony immediately got to work breaking down the ‘magnanimous’ episode that had so much to offer. We explore Rhaenyra’s heartbreaking grief and Team Blacks major decision, while Minwa expresses her frustration with Team Greens and Tony spots all the hidden Easter eggs. Sup…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP10 "The Black Queen" 1:32:09

11M ago1:32:09

1:32:09

Our House of the Dragon Season 1 Recap comes to an end with an in-depth discussion of the season finale, ‘The Black Queen’. Joining us for the discussion is past guest host & friend Shandra AKA FilmForager on Instagram and host of the Fellowship of The Mic podcast. Together, Minwa, Tony, and Shan discuss the catastrophic events that lead Rhaenyra &…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP9 "The Green Council" 1:02:17

11M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

The penultimate episode of season one of House of the Dragon is all Greens, as they make the pivotal first official move that kicks off the oncoming war. Special guest & friend Louis returns to the podcast to discuss the episode and its most crucial moments. Follow Louis on Instagram: Louloureviews Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on In…

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USDN Presents: To Me My X-Men 2:28:57

11M ago2:28:57

2:28:57

Hosted by: USDN_JeffyJeff and The Council of Nerds (Rob-Chantel Gibbons and we'll introduce a new Council Member) We are discussing all things X-Men '97 (Spoilers).By USDN_Chairman

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP8 "The Lord of the Tides" 57:11

11M ago57:11

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In one of House of the Dragon’s most emotional episodes, the Blacks and the Greens reunite in King’s Landing with the succession of Driftmark up for debate. Viserys’ deteriorating health is another focus of the episode, getting the characters and the hosts, Minwa and Tony, all emotional. Support the show Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Fol…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP7 "Driftmark" 49:45

12M ago49:45

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The House of the Dragon episode Driftmark is a game changer for the show’s characters seeing impactful reunions between estranged characters and frightful, gripping altercations. Daemon & Rhaenyra are at a loss… at start the episode, that is. Alicent lets out her feelings. And Aemond’s daring risk to claim Vhagar angers the rest of the kids. Suppor…

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