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    Explore "talkbuster" with insightful episodes like "THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #47 - Alan Payne - Alaska Franchise Owner - Author Built to Fail - 2021_0309", "THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #44 - Troy Rachey - Video Universe - 2021_0208", "THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE 43 - Josh Dickson - Australia Blockbuster - 2020 1221", "THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #42 - Zeke Kamm - Writer - Producer - The Last Blockbuster - 2020_1215" and "THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #41 - SAVETHEVIDEOSTORE - Family Video - Derek Dye - 2020_1207" from podcasts like ""TheChippaMadeThis Podcasts", "TheChippaMadeThis Podcasts", "TheChippaMadeThis Podcasts", "TheChippaMadeThis Podcasts" and "TheChippaMadeThis Podcasts"" and more!

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    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #47 - Alan Payne - Alaska Franchise Owner - Author Built to Fail - 2021_0309

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #47 - Alan Payne - Alaska Franchise Owner - Author Built to Fail - 2021_0309
    !!! HUGE GUEST ALERT !!!
     
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #47
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.

    In this episode I am BEYOND HONORED to be joined by ALAN PAYNE, Author of Built to Fail:  The Inside Story of Blockbuster's Inevitable Bust.

    Alan has been credited with building the most successful Blockbuster Franchise in United States, with a career that spanned several CEOs and eventually outlived Blockbuster Corporate.  Alan has seen it all and could be the ONLY person qualified enough to tell the true story of the rise and fall of Blockbuster.

    Having only ever worked for corporate stores, I was amazed to hear how differently the franchises were able to run and now long to go back in time and work for one of Alan's stores!

    Fans of the film THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER will recognize Alan as the owner of the 2nd to last Blockbuster in the USA, in Alaska.  The closing of this store and the Australia store made the Bend, OR store the LAST STORE IN THE WORLD.

    This could be my favorite interview I have ever done.  I am so honored that Alan was able to lend me some of his time for this discussion, I hope you all enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it.

    Thank you for making it a Talkbuster night, or day, or whenever you are listening.  Please BE KIND, REWIND.

    You can purchase Alan's book here:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/57118855/get_a_copy

    Built to Fail: The Inside Story of Blockbuster's Inevitable Bust by Alan Payne

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #44 - Troy Rachey - Video Universe - 2021_0208

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #44 - Troy Rachey - Video Universe - 2021_0208
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #44
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, I am honored to be joined by Troy Rachey, manager of Video Universe in Robbinsdale, MN.  A VIDEO STORE THAT IS STILL OPEN!!!
     
    Troy shares stories about working at this relic of yesteryear and discusses the stores owner, Scott Prost and his commitment to running a successful video rental store all these years.
     
    When I started this show I thought it would be nothing but past tense stories, but every time I speak to someone who still works in a functioning video store it brings me right back and puts a great big smile on my face.
     
    Enjoy!

    Video Universe Website:  https://www.videouniversemn.com/

    Video about the owner of Video of Universe: tinyurl.com/334lso2x

     

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE 43 - Josh Dickson - Australia Blockbuster - 2020 1221

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE 43 - Josh Dickson - Australia Blockbuster - 2020 1221
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #43
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, I am honored to be joined by Josh Dickson.  Josh lives in Australia and has the honor of being the furthest away interview I have ever done up to this point!  Also, he literally was talking to me from the future!  It was Saturday where I was and Sunday where he was!
     
    Josh was a frequent customer and friend to the employees of the Last Blockbuster in Australia.  He shares his personal experiences with Blockbuster and also discusses the differences and similarities in the experiences of Americans and Australians.
     
    Upon closing, this store made the Bend, OR store the last in the world!
     
    This was a fascinating interview and I am excited to share it with you all!
     
    Enjoy!

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #42 - Zeke Kamm - Writer - Producer - The Last Blockbuster - 2020_1215

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #42 - Zeke Kamm - Writer - Producer - The Last Blockbuster - 2020_1215
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #42
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    THIS IS NOT A DRILL! HUGE, AWESOME, AMAZING, CAN'T BELIEVE THEY SAID YES GUEST ALERT!!!
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by ZEKE KAMM, Writer and Producer of THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER Documentary.
     
    THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER can be ordered on SPECIAL EDITION BLU-RAY / DVD COMBO from THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER STORE in BEND, OR:  https://bendblockbuster.com/product/last-blockbuster-movie-pre-order/
     
    THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER is available for rent / purchase DIGITALLY starting on 12/15/2020!!!
     
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    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
     
     
     
    Twitter:  @LastBlockDoc
     
    Other notable works from Zeke Kamm:
     
    - Dexter's Laboratory - Writer 10 episodes
    - The Powerpuff Girls - Writer 2 episodes
    - The Weird Al Show - Writer 5 episodes
    - Giving Seth MacFarlane a ride to Blockbuster that one time in college.

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #41 - SAVETHEVIDEOSTORE - Family Video - Derek Dye - 2020_1207

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #41 - SAVETHEVIDEOSTORE - Family Video - Derek Dye - 2020_1207
    #SaveTheVideoStore
     
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #41
     
    On this episode I am honored to be joined by DEREK DYE, Senior Brand Manager at Highland Ventures, LTD - Parent Company of FAMILY VIDEO!!!
     
    Derek and I discuss FAMILY VIDEO and their #SaveTheVideoStore campaign which is focused on giving their remaining 200+ stores in the Mid-West of the United States a boost during the pandemic.  We also discuss video rental over the years and how FAMILY VIDEO managed to survive when stores like BLOCKBUSTER, HOLLYWOOD VIDEO and other chains died out.
     
    Enjoy!!!
     
     
    Twitter: @FamilyVideo
     
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/FamilyVideo
     

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SE #7 - SANDI HARDING #4 - LAST BLOCKBUSTER AIRBnB - DOC PREMIERE - 2020_0813

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SE #7 - SANDI HARDING #4 - LAST BLOCKBUSTER AIRBnB - DOC PREMIERE - 2020_0813
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SPECIAL EDITION #7
     
    SANDI HARDING - GM OF THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER VIDEO ON THE PLANET - BEND, OREGON - #4
     
    BLOCKBUSTER AIRBnB UPDATE!!!
     
     
    In this episode, Chris is honored to welcome back Sandi Harding, GM of the Blockbuster Video in Bend, Oregon to discuss how things have been going at the store.
     
    Recently it was announced that The Last Blockbuster would be offering local residents the chance to stay overnight in the store through AirBnB!  This announcement, along with a tweet from the official BLOCKBUSTER VIDEO twitter account (the first in 6.5 years, what's the late fee on that check-in?) resulted in BLOCKBUSTER trending across all media!
     
    Sandi is here to discuss this AirBnB announcement as well as discuss the premiere of The Last Blockbuster Documentary!!!
     
    Twitter:  @BlockbusterBend
     
    Also on Instagram and Facebook.
     
    Or... if you are in the area you can visit:
     
    211 NE Revere Ave
    Bend, OR 97701
     
    If are interested in buying any of their merchandise and other information:  https://bendblockbuster.com/
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #35 - Stefan - 2020_0622

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #35 - Stefan - 2020_0622
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #35
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    On this episode, I am honored to be joined by Stefan, a movie geek and Blockbuster fan.  Chippa and Stefan have a great geeky conversation about Blockbuster, Video Stores and Movies.
     
    Enjoy!!!
     
    @scream4ever1
     
    Stefan is a recurring guest on the Diva Dailies Podcast as well:  https://divadailiespod.simplecast.com/

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #26 - Joshua Shaffer - DisneyGuy - 2020_0224

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #26 - Joshua Shaffer - DisneyGuy - 2020_0224
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #26
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by Joshua Shaffer, Disney Geek, author of Discovering the Magic Kingdom, PR Manager for Tinker Bell, creator of awesome Disney pins, owner of an in-home movie theatre and ex BLOCKBUSTER EMPLOYEE!!!
     
     
     
     
     
    Josh and I had a great discussion about Blockbuster, Disney, his books and other geeky topics.  Enjoy!
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
     
     

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #24 - Nick Collins - Nostaglia Video - 2020_0203

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #24 - Nick Collins - Nostaglia Video - 2020_0203
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #24
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by Nick Collins, creator of NOSTALGIA VIDEO.  Nick built a video store in his basement, which was the subject of this viral youtube video that has been making the rounds the last couple of years:
     
     
    Nick and I had a great discussion about his video collection, the creation of Nostalgia Video and the various items he sells through their website.  A particular favorite of mine are the customVHS cassettes for new films, where all you have to do is transfer your copy onto them and then you can have a film like KRAMPUS the way it was meant to be seen - with tracking lines!
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A (NOSTALGIA VIDEO) TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
     
     
     

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #23 - Shamim Dana - #1 Blockbuster Fan - 2020_0120

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #23 - Shamim Dana - #1 Blockbuster Fan - 2020_0120
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #23
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by a true fan, collector and great guy Shamim Dana.  I refer to Shamim as Blockbuster Video's #1 fan!.  We met on facebook through a mutual interest in Blockbuster Video.  Shamim connected me with alot of the folks I have had on this show.
     
    We discuss Shamim's history with Blockbuster Video, including his various pieces of Blockbuster memorabilia.  We also discuss his signed poster of COMIC BOOK:  THE MOVIE, which has over 1000 signatures, including the staff at Blockbuster Bend:  The Last Blockbuster in the world.
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - LIVE SHOW - Salem, MA - Main Podcast Audio - 2019_0824

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - LIVE SHOW - Salem, MA - Main Podcast Audio - 2019_0824

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - LIVE SHOW - Salem, MA - 2019_0824

    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.

    This is a very special episode, the professionally recorded audio of the MAIN PODCAST from the LIVE RECORDING we did in Salem, MA in August 2019.

    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    Patreon.com/TheChippa

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #17 - ALVIE TAYLOR - 2019_0830

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #17 - ALVIE TAYLOR - 2019_0830
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #17
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by Alvie Taylor, who is the creator of the "Remembering the Blue and Gold-Blockbuster" Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/Wow.What.a.difference/).  Alvie also worked at many different levels within the company.  Join us for a very in depth conversation about Alvie's time at Blockbuster.
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #13 - MATT LYNCH - SCARECROW VIDEO - 5/20/19

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #13 - MATT LYNCH - SCARECROW VIDEO - 5/20/19
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #13
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this Episode, I am honored to be joined by Matt Lynch, of Scarecrow Video in Seattle, WA, a non-profit video store / physical media archive boasting over 130,000 titles on Laserdic, VHS, DVD, etc. available for rent.
     
    @colonelmortimer
    @scarecrowvideo
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #12 - SCOTT - WOBURN, MA - 5/13/19

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #12 - SCOTT - WOBURN, MA - 5/13/19
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #12
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris is honored to be joined by his store manager from the Woburn, MA store, Scott.  Scott was also a guest on Episode #11 discussing when he and Chris worked in Salem, MA.
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #11 - SCOTT - SALEM, MA - 4/29/19

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #11 - SCOTT - SALEM, MA - 4/29/19
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #11
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris is honored to be joined by his store manager from the Salem, MA store, Scott. Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SE #3 - RYAN HARDING - ASM OF LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON EARTH - 2019_0408

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SE #3 - RYAN HARDING - ASM OF LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON EARTH - 2019_0408
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SPECIAL EDITION #3
     
    RYAN HARDING - ASM OF THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER VIDEO ON THE PLANET - BEND, OREGON
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris is honored to welcome Ryan Harding, ASM of the Blockbuster Video in Bend, Oregon.  The Bend Blockbuster has recently become the LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON THE PLANET.  Ryan and Chris discuss how Ryan, at 18 years old, was born right around the time Chris started working at Blockbuster.  They also discuss some of the current goings-on at Blockbuster Bend, the merchandise they have for sale and Ryan's trip to the UK to delivery a rental to the Dave Berry Breakfast Show.  Ryan also discusses his videography and photography, which can be found on his Instragram and Youtube pages.
     
    Store Twitter:  @BlockbusterBend
    Store Instagram:  BlockbusterBend
     
    Ryan Instagram:  Apollodoesnotfollow
    Ryan Youtube:  Apollodoesnotfollow
     
    Or... if you are in the area you can visit:
     
    211 NE Revere Ave
    Bend, OR 97701
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #10- 3/18/19

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #10- 3/18/19
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #10
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris welcomes back his friend Steve, who was the guest on episode #3, to discuss more about their time at blockbuster and other related topics.
     
    EROTIC! GORGEOUS!
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
     #RehireJamesGunn

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SPECIAL EDITION #1 - SANDI HARDING - GM OF LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON EARTH - 2019_0309

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SPECIAL EDITION #1 - SANDI HARDING - GM OF LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON EARTH - 2019_0309
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - SPECIAL EDITION #1
     
    SANDI HARDING - GM OF THE LAST BLOCKBUSTER VIDEO ON THE PLANET - BEND, OREGON
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris is honored to welcome Sandi Harding, GM of the Blockbuster Video in Bend, Oregon.  The Bend Blockbuster has recently become the LAST BLOCKBUSTER ON THE PLANET.  Sandi and Chris discuss what it's like to still work at a Blockbuster video and what it means to be the lone survivor of a store that meant so much to so many.
     
    Twitter:  @BlockbusterBend
     
    Also on Instagram and Facebook.
     
    Or... if you are in the area you can visit:
     
    211 NE Revere Ave
    Bend, OR 97701
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #9 - 2/21/19

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #9 - 2/21/19
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #9
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17). The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life. On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with. Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris welcomes his friend Tim, who worked for Blocbuster for many years prior to Chris showing up. Chris and Tim worked together at the Salem, MA store and is one of Chris' best friends.
     
    Tim is the creator and co-host of CINEMASPECTION, a movie podcast which Chris and Sarah have been guests on many times.
     
    TWITTER: @CINEMASPECTION @TimosaurusR
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
      
     #RehireJamesGunn 

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #6 - 10/21/18

    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #6 - 10/21/18
    THE TALKBUSTER PODCAST - EPISODE #6
     
    I worked at Blockbuster Video for almost 10 years, starting in 2001 (I was 17).  The memories I made and friends I met there are some of the best of my life.  On the Talkbuster Podcast I will discuss some of these memories with the coworkers and friends I shared them with.  Hopefully you will find it as interesting to listen to as we did living it.
     
    In this episode, Chris is joined by Hugh Campbell, a fan and publisher of independent movie reviews online. Hugh has an interesting take on the video rental industry, having worked for Game Crazy, the video game stores that existed inside of Hollywood Video Stores (one of Blockbuster's biggest competitors) during the height of the video rental craze.  I had never experienced a Game Crazy, so Hugh's stories were a first for me.
     
    Thank you for "MAKING IT A TALKBUSTER NIGHT... OR DAY!"
     
     
    You can find Hugh on twitter:
     
     
     
    #RehireJamesGunn 
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