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Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters cover

Fluke

Brian Klaas

Mentioned 5 months ago

The BOB & TOM Show - January 27, 2026

Reverend White was reading from the book of Luke to a drunk trucker who was about to be baptized.

Reverend White was reading from the book of Luke to a tall drunk trucker about to puke he had John 316 memorized, trying to dry his ass out to get him baptized.

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Unbecoming a Parent: Unlocking YOUR theological perspective through parenting the RIGHT way cover

Unbecoming a Parent

Dr. Adam Russo

Mentioned 6 months ago

The BOB & TOM Show - January 21, 2026

Tom received this book from the actor Bill Glass, who portrays Dr. Rick in the Progressive commercials, and he found it very funny and relatable to his own parental behaviors. The book contained tips on things to throw away, like miscellaneous buttons and old user manuals, and general advice on not interfering with things like thermostats.

He says, Tom, remember, you don't work here. And he says, I'm here for you one page at a time. This is great.

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Landman Season 2: Death, Drama, and the Texas Oil Wars: A Complete Review of Tommy Norris’ High-Stakes World in the Explosive Second Season cover

Landman Season 2

Ronald Hatcher

Mentioned 7 months ago

The BOB & TOM Show - December 4, 2025

This podcast segment advertised a podcast series called Landman, which detailed the biggest oil boom in history in the Permian Basin of West Texas. The story covered roughnecks, billionaire wildcatters, and wannabe dreamers.

Check out the podcast that inspired Taylor Sheridan's latest series, Landman, There's a stretch of road in a real rich region of West Texas, This region of West Texas, known as the Permian Basin, is in the midst of the biggest oil boom in history.

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The Big Book of Airplanes (DK Big Books) cover

The Big Book of Airplanes (DK Big Books)

DK

Mentioned 1 year ago

B&T Extra: Frank Caliendo, Willie G's birthday

There was a terrific book discussed regarding the making of the movie Airplane, focusing on how the writers insisted the actors remain serious while handling the comedy.

There's a terrific book about the making of the movie Airplane Okay And about how they had to tell these guys No, we want you to be serious They didn't want them to be We're handling the comedy here You guys be really serious

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The Terror Factory: Tenth Anniversary Edition cover

The Terror Factory

Trevor Aaronson

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - October 3, 2024

The speakers mentioned a new analysis of the 1845 ill-fated expedition where the crew of the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror all died in pursuit of the Northwest Passage. DNA analysis of remains identified cut marks consistent with cannibalism on Captain James Fitz James' jaw, suggesting officers were also consumed.

We have a new record, but the way they achieved this record is they put a parachute on it.

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Don't Stand So Close to Me cover

Don't Stand So Close to Me

Eric Walters

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - October 2, 2024

It was described as an interesting book about touring with Sting, highly recommended for fans of The Police or Sting.

There's a really interesting book about sting written by a guy who was a guitar player. It's called something like, I think it's called Please Stand So Close To Me or something. It's about touring with sting. If you're a big police fan or sting fan, I'd highly recommend it.

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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Empty Nesters: 101 Stories about Surviving and Thriving When the Kids Leave Home cover

Chicken Soup for the Soul

Jack Canfield

Mentioned 1 year ago

B&T Extra: Comedian Chad Daniels

Chad Daniels discussed his comedy special, which was titled 'Empty Nester' and focused on his life after his son got married and his daughter went to college, along with having a girlfriend visit.

And Chad is featured on Netflix. And he just told the really touching story about helping his father steal a car inadvertently.

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What a Fool Believes: A Memoir cover

What a Fool Believes

Michael McDonald

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - September 30, 2024

A listener in Kentucky said that they read this book after the show interviewed the author. They highly recommended it, saying it was a great read that was hard to put down.

I took the time and I read the book What a Fool Believes by Michael McDonald after you guys interviewed him. Thanks for the recommendation. Great read. I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend it.

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The Noom Kitchen: 100 Healthy, Delicious, Flexible Recipes for Every Day cover

The Noom Kitchen

Noom

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - September 25, 2024

Noom's first cookbook, containing 100 healthy recipes, was mentioned as being available for purchase.

And check out Noom's first ever cookbook, The Noom Kitchen, for 100 healthy and delicious recipes to promote better living. Available to buy now wherever books are sold.

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Dancing on the Edge: A Journey of Living, Loving, and Tumbling through Hollywood cover

Dancing on the Edge

Russ Tamblyn

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - September 25, 2024

A book about Russ Tamblyn's life was mentioned and highly recommended by a speaker.

I just read Russ' book, I highly recommend it, Dancing on the Edge.

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Rusty Bed Springs Notebook: A fun 120-page blank notebook with a fake cover cover

Rusty Bed Springs Notebook

Notable Notebooks

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - September 20, 2024

It was mentioned as a book featuring U.P. Knightley.

We had some books yesterday featuring U.P. Knightley. That's a book called Rusty's Bed Springs.

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Sliding Down the Banisters of Life

Basil Jay

Mentioned 1 year ago

The BOB & TOM Show - September 20, 2024

Tom Griswold mentioned it was his favorite book by Peter Burns.

And my favorite is one of yours. I believe it's a, is it sliding down the banister by Peter Burns?

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The Forever Dog Life: 120+ Recipes, Longevity Tips, and New Science for Better Bowls and Healthier Homes Cover

Rodney Habib

The Forever Dog Life

120+ Recipes, Longevity Tips, and New Science for Better Bowls and Healthier Homes

The book was mentioned in passing as a source for a reference to the 'bangers and mash' dish.

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Do you know what that is? What is it? Do you know what breakfast is? You got your baked beans your tomato slice You have no idea what's going on well and I did I know that bangers and mash I know that...

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

The book was mentioned in passing as a source for a reference to the 'bangers and mash' dish.

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Do you know what that is? What is it? Do you know what breakfast is? You got your baked beans your tomato slice You have no idea what's going on well and I did I know that bangers and mash I know that from reading the Keith Richards book and mushy peas.

A Vote Is a Powerful Thing Cover

Catherine Stier

A Vote Is a Powerful Thing

Kinky Friedman, a mystery novelist and musician, wrote a book about Charles Whitman, the University of Texas sniper who committed mass murder.

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He also had the ballot of Charles Whitman

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

Kinky Friedman, a mystery novelist and musician, wrote a book about Charles Whitman, the University of Texas sniper who committed mass murder.

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He also had the ballot of Charles Whitman

Armadillos & Old Lace Cover

Kinky Friedman

Armadillos & Old Lace

Kinky Friedman had a book called "Armadillos and Old Lace".

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He has a book called armadillos and old lace

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 28, 2024

Kinky Friedman had a book called "Armadillos and Old Lace".

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He has a book called armadillos and old lace

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6) Cover

Lori Ryan

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6)

The book was mentioned and it was described as being written by Michael McDonald.

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Just read his book called If That's What It Takes

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 27, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 27, 2024

The book was mentioned and it was described as being written by Michael McDonald.

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Just read his book called If That's What It Takes

The Grapes of Wrath Cover

John Steinbeck

The Grapes of Wrath

The podcasters joked about Moby Grape's band name by saying that the band could have gone with "Dicks of Wrath" instead of "Moby Grape" after looking at the two books in their high school library and grabbing "Grapes of Wrath" and "Moby Grape".

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We got it! They could have gone with Dicks of Wrath. That would have been fun. Dicks of Wrath.

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 26, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 26, 2024

The podcasters joked about Moby Grape's band name by saying that the band could have gone with "Dicks of Wrath" instead of "Moby Grape" after looking at the two books in their high school library and grabbing "Grapes of Wrath" and "Moby Grape".

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We got it! They could have gone with Dicks of Wrath. That would have been fun. Dicks of Wrath.

They could have gone with Dicks of Wrath. That would have been fun. Dicks of Wrath. I do like that. That does sound like a good name.

My Gun is Quick Cover

Mickey Spillane

My Gun is Quick

The podcasters briefly referenced "My Gun is Quick" by Claude Balls, a book they remembered.

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I saw that book by Claude Balls. Oh, that's right.

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 26, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 26, 2024

The podcasters briefly referenced "My Gun is Quick" by Claude Balls, a book they remembered.

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I saw that book by Claude Balls. Oh, that's right.

Give Them Lala Cover

Lala Kent

Give Them Lala

Lala Kent and her friends share everything on 'Give Them Lala'. This book was mentioned in relation to a podcast hosted by Lala Kent.

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You met Lala Kent on Vanderpump Rules. Now Lala and her friends share everything on Give Them Lala.

— Episode: B&T Extra: Our New Olympic Theme

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Episode: B&T Extra: Our New Olympic Theme

Lala Kent and her friends share everything on 'Give Them Lala'. This book was mentioned in relation to a podcast hosted by Lala Kent.

"

You met Lala Kent on Vanderpump Rules. Now Lala and her friends share everything on Give Them Lala.

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6) Cover

Lori Ryan

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6)

It was mentioned that Michael McDonald's autobiography is called *If That's What It Takes*. It was also said that Paul Reiser is in it, but not very much, which made the speaker happy because they don't like Paul Reiser.

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I am listening to Michael McDonald's autobiography called *If That's What It Takes*

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Li...

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Live from Os...

It was mentioned that Michael McDonald's autobiography is called *If That's What It Takes*. It was also said that Paul Reiser is in it, but not very much, which made the speaker happy because they don't like Paul Reiser.

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I am listening to Michael McDonald's autobiography called *If That's What It Takes*

It says it's also with Paul Reiser but good news Paul Reiser is not in it very much

That's not nice

Don't like Paul Reiser

Everyone Poops (Taro Gomi) Cover

Taro Gomi

Everyone Poops (Taro Gomi)

The speaker referenced a children's book called *Everybody Poops* when discussing the topic of defecation.

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Everybody poops. It's go time. Is that what they say? Enjoy the go.

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Li...

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Live from Os...

The speaker referenced a children's book called *Everybody Poops* when discussing the topic of defecation.

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Everybody poops. It's go time. Is that what they say? Enjoy the go.

Marvel - I'm Ready to Read with Spider-Man - Interactive Read-Along Sound Book - Great for Early Readers - PI Kids Cover

PI Kids

Marvel - I'm Ready to Read with Spider-Man - Interactive Read-Along Sound Book - Great for Early Readers - PI Kids

The speaker referenced the comic book character *Spider-Man* when discussing the white streak of hair of Jonah Jameson.

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Remember the editor in *Spider-Man*?

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Li...

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Live from Os...

The speaker referenced the comic book character *Spider-Man* when discussing the white streak of hair of Jonah Jameson.

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Remember the editor in *Spider-Man*?

He's got that white streak.

Right, I could have that.

You might have that down there.

What if?

Then you could have Peter Parker.

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6) Cover

Lori Ryan

If That's What it Takes (The Sumner Brothers Series Book 6)

The autobiography of Michael McDonald was mentioned, and the podcast host was happy that Paul Reiser was not featured heavily in the book.

"

I am listening to Michael McDonald's autobiography Called If that's what it takes

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Li...

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 14, 2024 - Live from Os...

The autobiography of Michael McDonald was mentioned, and the podcast host was happy that Paul Reiser was not featured heavily in the book.

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I am listening to Michael McDonald's autobiography Called If that's what it takes

It says it's also with Paul Reiser But good news, Paul Reiser is not in it very much So that made me very happy

That's not nice

Butt Seriously: The Definitive Guide to Anal Health, Pleasure, and Everything In Between Cover

Dr. Evan Goldstein

Butt Seriously

The Definitive Guide to Anal Health, Pleasure, and Everything In Between

Dr. Evan Goldstein, nicknamed "The Bottom Whisperer", released a new book called "Butt, Seriously" which is a guide for engaging in backdoor activities in an intimate manner. It covers standard care and routine procedures like hemorrhoid treatment and prostate exams, but also includes cosmetic procedures like anal bleaching and Botox treatments for the anus, which Dr. Goldstein calls a "game changer".

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A proctologist nicknamed The Bottom Whisperer Has released a new book Dr. Evan Goldstein Said his new book I demand you tell me right now How you found this story

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 12, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 12, 2024

Dr. Evan Goldstein, nicknamed "The Bottom Whisperer", released a new book called "Butt, Seriously" which is a guide for engaging in backdoor activities in an intimate manner. It covers standard care and routine procedures like hemorrhoid treatment and prostate exams, but also includes cosmetic procedures like anal bleaching and Botox treatments for the anus, which Dr. Goldstein calls a "game changer".

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A proctologist nicknamed The Bottom Whisperer Has released a new book Dr. Evan Goldstein Said his new book I demand you tell me right now How you found this story

The book officially titled But B-U-T-T Seriously Is how to guide for engaging in Shall we say Backdoor activities in an intimate manner In the Washington Post

The goal for me has always been The betterment of the bottom A double entendre for both The butt itself and the person whose Butt is an avenue for pleasure It's currently available for sale On e-book, audio book And paperback formats

He's a champion of using Botox on the anus A procedure he frequently refers to As a game changer I don't know how it changes But I'm not sure In addition to standard care And routine procedures Such as hemorrhoid treatment And prostate exams Goldstein also performs Cosmetic procedures And offers anal bleaching We've talked about that many times Christie, did you ever have the roids?

The Bottom Whisperer he calls himself Well Maybe I'll get it for you for Christie If you met the Bottom Whisperer Would you be handing him a breath mint Right off the bat? So close Hey doctor, in case you lose your mind You have something in your mustache I know Christie has written A book about this I have?

The Smut Reader Coloring Book Cover

Letti Lustcraft

The Smut Reader Coloring Book

A book mentioned by Ali Breen during a segment of the Bob and Tom Show podcast called 'Sexy Time'.

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You got one of them smut books

— Episode: B&T Extra: Boyfriend Tricked Me To See I...

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A book mentioned by Ali Breen during a segment of the Bob and Tom Show podcast called 'Sexy Time'.

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You got one of them smut books

Sometimes a Great Notion Cover

Ken Kesey

Sometimes a Great Notion

It was mentioned as the title of a movie starring Paul Newman. It was mispronounced initially as "Sometimes a Great Nation."

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Well, Tom sometimes has a great notion, and he wants to chat.

— Episode: B&T Extra: Josh's Nickname

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Episode: B&T Extra: Josh's Nickname

It was mentioned as the title of a movie starring Paul Newman. It was mispronounced initially as "Sometimes a Great Nation."

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Well, Tom sometimes has a great notion, and he wants to chat.

See what he just did? Yeah, yeah. And then of course the movie started, Paul Newman, the man who has the same sunglasses that I have. How about that? I think I was in the theater getting ready to watch Sometimes a Great Notion,

Sometimes a Great Nation. Sometimes a Great Nation. USA.

TV Inside-Out - Flukes, Flakes, Feuds and Felonies - The backstage blunders, bloopers and blasphemy of celebrities in search of success (hardback) Cover

Randy West

TV Inside-Out - Flukes, Flakes, Feuds and Felonies - The backstage blunders, bloopers and blasphemy of celebrities in search of success (hardback)

The book contains backstage stories and information from 40 plus years of working in television.

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Flukes, flakes, feuds and felonies. It's got every crazy backstage story I've ever heard and researched from 40 plus years in the business.

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 7, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 7, 2024

The book contains backstage stories and information from 40 plus years of working in television.

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Flukes, flakes, feuds and felonies. It's got every crazy backstage story I've ever heard and researched from 40 plus years in the business.

You already know that, you know, the Merchants, if you will, for a better answer, you know, those two never got along as actors and that continued even past I Love Lucy's cancellation.

Turtles All The Way Down: Vaccine Science and Myth Cover

Anonymous

Turtles All The Way Down

Vaccine Science and Myth

There was a hilarious line about the quality of the water.

"

There's a hilarious line in John Green's book. Turtles All The Way Down whatever.

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 7, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for June 7, 2024

There was a hilarious line about the quality of the water.

"

There's a hilarious line in John Green's book. Turtles All The Way Down whatever.

Leaves of Grass: Unabridged Deathbed Edition with 400 Poems Cover

Walt Whitman

Leaves of Grass

Unabridged Deathbed Edition with 400 Poems

This was the work of Walt Whitman, who is best known for his collection of poems Leaves of Grass.

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1819 Walt Whitman Leaves of Grass very good very good

— Episode: Full Show Podcast for May 30, 2024

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Episode: Full Show Podcast for May 30, 2024

This was the work of Walt Whitman, who is best known for his collection of poems Leaves of Grass.

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1819 Walt Whitman Leaves of Grass very good very good

Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album That Defined the '70s Cover

Alan Paul

Brothers and Sisters

The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album That Defined the '70s

The episode references a book about the album 'Brothers and Sisters' by The Allman Brothers Band. The book is mentioned as having cool stories about the band's formation, and how Capricorn Records turned them down.

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Just reading a book about the great album Brothers and Sisters.

— Episode: B&T Extra: The Biting Toilet Mouse

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Episode: B&T Extra: The Biting Toilet Mouse

The episode references a book about the album 'Brothers and Sisters' by The Allman Brothers Band. The book is mentioned as having cool stories about the band's formation, and how Capricorn Records turned them down.

"

Just reading a book about the great album Brothers and Sisters.

It's great.

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