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    Mile High FI Podcast

    Real talk about Financial Independence and life after corporate jobs. Doug Cunnington and Carl Jensen talk about FI, lifestyle, side hustles, health, and anything on their minds. Plus, they interview experts and non-experts interested in the FI lifestyle. It’s raw, candid, pretty much like you get to sit in on a private conversation.

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    Backpacking, Beer, and Global Adventures after FI - Jackie & Jacob | MHFI 285 Sep 16, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with Jackie and Jacob, a couple who left their W2 jobs to pursue Financial Independence and extensive travel adventures. They discuss traveling in South America, living a minimalist lifestyle, navigating challenges of geo-arbitrage, and how they manage finances while optimizing for travel & embracing flexibility. They also share financial mistakes they’ve made along the way while providing tips & advice for others who may want to follow a similar path in life.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep

    Want to order MHFI stickers/temporary tattoos or create your own custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • Connect with Jackie & Jacob:
      • Get Lost Blue blog
      • Get Lost Blue YouTube
      • Instagram
    • Get Lost Blue favorite YouTube videos:
      • “Extreme hiking in ARGENTINA, PATAGONIA region – Nahuel Huapi National Park outside of Bariloche”
      • “Colorado Beer! Brewery crawl in LONGMONT on a rainy night.”
    • David on MHFI 277, “Early Retirement Nightmare: Retiring Into a Bear Market”
    • JL Collins, “The Simple Path to Wealth”
      • Kindle
      • Hardcover
      • Paperback
      • Audiobook
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

    Brought To You By:

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    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    3:20 Discovering Financial Independence

    9:39 Embracing FI & making changes

    15:36 Flexibility & dealing with uncertainty

    23:26 Mindset adjustments

    28:08 Backpacking adventures

    34:43 Mistakes & lessons learned

    38:11 Reverse robbed

    46:39 Blogging & YouTube

    53:33 Brewery visits & Mexican residency

    58:01 Decumulation in early retirement

    1:03:59 International travel tips & advice

    1:08:41 Soundcheck – Longmont brewery crawl


    Retire Often: Mastering the Art of Mini Retirements - Jillian Johnsrud | MHFI 284 Sep 09, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with Jillian Johnsrud about all-things mini retirement including preparation, challenges, and key insights. They explore how to test what retiring might look like through sabbaticals and mini retirements, touch on the importance of adapting to a new lifestyle, and address common issues that arise, such as maintaining productivity and managing professional identity post-retirement. Jillian also offers practical tips from her new book ‘Retire Often’ and discusses the importance of being prepared for the emotional and practical adjustments that come with early retirement.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
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    Links

    • Connect with Jillian:
      • Retire Often Website
      • Book Purchasing Link
      • Free Opt-In Worksheets:
        • Planning
        • Negotiating
    • Afford Anything, “Mini-Retirements Are the New Early Retirement – with Mom of Six, Jillian Johnsrud”
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

    Brought To You By:

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    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    1:11 Journey to early retirement & work-life balance

    9:52 Testing retirement

    14:15 Challenges of early retirement

    20:24 Professional identity & personal value

    29:29 Not as important as you think

    33:57 The Messy Kitchen

    38:51 Importance of rest & avoiding burnout

    43:15 Retire Often

    48:28 Soundcheck – Walking challenge


    Mr. Money Mustache Defines Cheap vs. Frugal (Live CampFI) | MHFI 283 Sep 02, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with a variety of guests at CampFI Rocky Mountain Week 1.5 including Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache), Kristen Knapp (FI Friends Travel), and camp attendees Amanda, Tyler, & Roxanne. Pete & Kristen delve into the distinction between being cheap and frugal, sharing personal anecdotes and philosophies. The conversation shifts into other topics such as partner dynamics amongst FI couples, challenges & rewards of embracing frugality, and the power of community building & relationships.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

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    • Essentials for Sleep

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    Links

    • CampFI
    • Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache
    • MUSTACHIANISM – The Music Video!
    • Kristen Knapp/FI Friends Travel
    • NoCo/SoCo Mustachians
    • Roxanne/FinanceRox
    • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
      • Kindle
      • Hardcover
      • Paperback
      • Audiobook
    • ChooseFI Local Groups
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    3:16 Cheap vs. frugal

    11:07 Getting out of the cheap mindset

    16:54 Amanda – First CampFI experience

    24:10 Amanda – Partner dynamics & power of community

    30:29 Tyler – SoCo Mustachians

    35:26 Tyler – FI meetups

    41:48 Roxanne – Journey to Lean FI

    49:50 Roxanne – Stand-up comedy

    53:37 Soundcheck – Roxanne’s stand-up set


    Mr. Money Mustache: Tesla, Health at 50, Passions & Projects [bonus] MHFI 282.5 Aug 29, 2025
    Show notes

    Mr. Money Mustache joins me to answer YOUR questions. It’s part 2 so if you missed part 1, check it out from July 18, 2025. If you dig the show, see ways to support mile high FI since we’re ad-free.

    Questions… [time stamps below]

    What have you changed your mind on?

    Is Pete still Snowbirding to Arizona in the winters down to cul-de-sac? And was that an experiment or a permanent thing? What’d you learn from the experience?

    At age 50 plus, what are you focusing on for your health and fitness besides biking and eating healthy?

    What things are you working on these days that light you up?

    What’s your current stance and practice on charitable giving?

    MMM charitable links:

    • Notes on Giving Away my First $100,000
    • How to Give Money (and Get Happiness) More Easily

    Do you wish you lived a less frugally when you were younger?

    What’s the biggest project that you’ve taken yourself and how did that go? And any advice for people that wanna do more repairs and improvement projects on their own?

    Asked During the Conversation

    Can you imagine working for someone else again? Or why not? (Doug to Pete)

    Are there any other electric cars that are worth considering? (This was part of Neil’s longer question about buying a Tesla.)

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    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

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    Want to order MHFI stickers/temporary tattoos or create your own custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    00:00 Welcome to the Mile High Five Podcast 00:30 Introversion vs. Extroversion: A Personal Journey 02:59 The Power of Mental Framing 05:36 Snowbirding to Arizona: Pete’s Experience 09:04 Health and Fitness at 50: Weight Training and More 11:15 The Benefits of Cold Plunges and Saunas 17:27 Sleeping Tips: Earplugs and Vulnerability 21:42 Current Projects and Passions 26:08 The Tesla Controversy: To Buy or Not to Buy? 27:36 Tesla: The Ultimate Hybrid 27:59 Understanding Tesla Beyond Elon Musk 28:59 Real-Life Tesla Ownership Experience 30:00 The Appeal of the Model Y 31:55 Frugality and Lifestyle Choices 37:50 Charitable Giving and Volunteering 41:51 Balancing Hard Work and Leisure 45:39 DIY Projects and Personal Growth 47:52 Final Thoughts and Future Plans


    Is $1.7M Enough To Retire? … It’s Not So Simple… [rebroadcast] | MHFI 282 Aug 26, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug and Carl chat with listener Steve to review his plans for early retirement. Steve discloses his financial background, asset allocation, and current expenses, including a net worth of about 1.7 million dollars. The group addresses retirement projections along with potential risks of retiring in a down market and the importance of having a contingency plan. Beyond money, they talk about the psychological and lifestyle adjustments that come with early retirement, including how to fill one’s time meaningfully, potential lifestyle changes, and the importance of staying engaged and balanced.

    Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI episode 098

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep

    Want to order MHFI stickers/temporary tattoos or create your own custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    3:54 Background & discovering FIRE

    6:55 Steve’s financial situation

    12:38 Separate finances

    21:36 Considerations for withdrawing money

    28:35 Exploring hobbies & passion projects

    35:52 Community & networking

    44:32 Soundcheck – Shaving


    Reflecting On 15 Months Of Early Retirement - Elizabeth | MHFI 281 Aug 19, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with his wife Elizabeth about her first year (and few months) of retirement while answering questions from the Facebook group. They also discuss a post from Instagram called “The 6 Luxuries of Life”.

    Questions answered:

    • James C – How has the amount of time you spend managing your finances changed since retirement?
    • Michael H – How did you get so lucky to end up with Doug? What would you tell another wife that is similarly worried about lack of regular paychecks? Did April’s quick downturn scare you?
    • Sheila A – Does Elizabeth think she should have quit even earlier?
    • Todd N – Anything she would have done differently in the past 6 months?
    • James T – What did Doug say or what life changes convinced you to take the plunge?
    • Seth E – What are some of the unexpected benefits that’s she’s experienced since retiring?
    • Cait Y – Are you enjoying your time or do you miss the structured work week?
    • Diania – How do you manage so much time together? Or do you have enough independent interests that you have enough space from each other?

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses, including his beloved shade umbrella? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep
    • Shade Umbrella

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    Links

    • Elizabeth on MFHI episode 212
    • Dr. Amy Shah, “The 6 Luxuries of Life”
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    5:20 Question – Managing finances

    9:20 Question – April’s downturn

    14:44 Question – Lack of regular paychecks

    18:44 Question – Quit sooner or done anything different?

    23:00 Question – Unexpected benefits of retiring

    31:19 Question – Doing one thing a day

    35:27 Question – Managing time together

    41:19 The 6 luxuries of life

    45:31 Rushing vs. control over time

    51:11 Soundcheck – Victor


    Issues With "Die With Zero" & Small-Cap Value - Karsten Jeske (Big ERN) | MHFI 280 Aug 12, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with Karsten Jeske (aka Big ERN) about his journey to early retirement, living frugally yet enjoying luxuries like travel, and the balance between saving & spending effectively. Karsten provides his thoughts on the book “Die With Zero”, analyzing its advice on spending & saving in retirement, and highlighting potential issues within its financial recommendations. He also addresses the controversial topic of investing in small-cap value stocks and analyzes historical performance. And of course, Doug & Karsten chat about a delicacy called asparagus.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep

    Need custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • Connect with Karsten:
      • Early Retirement Now blog
      • Twitter/X
      • Facebook
    • Early Retirement Now, “How useful is the “Die With Zero” retirement approach? – SWR Series Part 60”
    • Early Retirement Now, “Can we increase the Safe Withdrawal Rate with Small-Cap Value Stocks? – SWR Series Part 62”
    • Early Retirement Now, “Small-Cap Value Stocks: Diversification or Di-WORSE-fication?
    • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
      • Kindle
      • Hardcover
      • Paperback
      • Audiobook
    • Paul Merriman
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    10:34 Underspending & estate planning

    16:35 Early retirement & time bucketing

    22:30 Analysis of Die With Zero spending formula

    30:52 Cherry-picking data

    37:46 (Increased) spending in retirement

    46:02 Exploring small-cap value stocks

    53:04 Diversification or Di-WORSE-fication?

    1:02:22 Future plans

    1:07:28 Soundcheck – Parallel foods


    You Should Spend More (Probably) - Frank Vasquez | MHFI 279 Aug 05, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with Frank Vasquez from the Risk Parity Radio Podcast about his extensive investing experience while offering insights into balancing life after achieving Financial Independence. Frank discusses the importance of intentional spending, significance of meaningful relationships, psychology behind saving and spending, how to diversify investments to secure a sustainable future, and giving back. Doug & Frank also dive into a listener’s question about managing financial decisions during market volatility.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep

    Need custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • Risk Parity Radio Podcast
    • Fundamentals of risk-parity style investing:
      • Episode 1 (Introduction)
      • Episode 3 (History and Development of Risk Parity)
      • Episode 5 (History and Development of Risk Parity)
      • Episode 7 (Three Principles)
      • Episode 9 (Choosing Investments)
    • The Father McKenna Center
    • Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll)
    • Frank’s 10-Year Mortality Probability Chart
    • David on MHFI episode 277
    • Early Retirement Now, “Using Gold as a Hedge against Sequence Risk – SWR Series Part 34″
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    5:32 Asparagus vs. brussel sprouts

    13:30 Evolution of the FI community

    20:28 Wellbeing & contemplating death

    27:06 Transitioning from saving to spending

    33:33 Spending money to improve relationships

    40:38 Experiences & building new friendships

    46:59 Importance of giving

    54:37 David’s financial journey

    1:03:31 Diversification

    1:11:05 Risk Parity Radio Podcast

    1:17:19 Soundcheck – Bitcoin


    Procrastination Podcast @ 10,000 ft (Mailbag) [rebroadcast] | MHFI 278 Jul 29, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug and Carl answer mailbag questions in this Taylor Swift-infused episode from Leadville, CO.

    Questions answered:

    • Does it ever get any easier to ride the market swings mentally?
    • How would you reallocate your investments if there were no tax implications?
    • What did Doug’s (and Carl’s) parents do right?
    • Do you wish you had taken a gap year or had a little more fun when you were young?
    • Experiences at CampFI?
    • Thoughts on imposter syndrome?

    Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI episode 177

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
    • Hiking & Outdoor
    • Essentials for Sleep

    Need custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • Brian Feroldi
    • David Baughier
    • NoCo Mustachians
    • FinTalks
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    7:21 The Taylor Swift situation

    13:39 Question – Riding the market swings

    21:21 Question – Investment reallocation

    27:26 Question – Parental influence

    31:46 Question – Taking a gap year

    38:14 Thoughts on CampFI

    43:39 Moving beyond FI

    47:11 Question – Imposter syndrome

    52:13 A perfect writing retreat

    59:10 Soundcheck – Leadville


    Early Retirement Nightmare: Retiring Into a Bear Market | MHFI 277 Jul 22, 2025
    Show notes

    Doug chats with David about his recent transition into retirement amidst a fluctuating stock market environment. David shares his decision to sell a significant portion of his portfolio near the market’s recent bottom, discussing the impact of market volatility on his investment decisions and the balance between seeking peace of mind and maximizing returns. He also shares reflections on market timing, portfolio allocation, the importance of planning and adapting to financial uncertainties, and adjusting to life post-retirement.

    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show? Follow the link to find out how: https://milehighfi.com/support/

    Need a fee only advisor? Nectarine is a network of financial advisors where you just pay for investing & planning advice. Advisors don’t manage your money, sell products, or earn commissions. https://milehighfi.com/nectarine

    Curious to know exactly what products Doug uses? Check out his Amazon lists below. *Affiliate links below, so if you buy something or spend money, we might earn a commission. That helps the show and doesn’t cost you anything extra. Thank you!

    • Guitar Accessories
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    • Essentials for Sleep

    Want to order MHFI stickers/temporary tattoos or create your own custom stickers? Of course you do! We ALL do! Order them here using our affiliate link so that we might earn a commission: https://www.stickermule.com/dougcunnington

    Links

    • Connect with David
      • Email: davidrmoser@gmail.com
      • LinkedIn
    • The New Yorker, “The Scold” (Mr. Money Mustache profile)
    • JL Collins, “The Simple Path to Wealth”
      • Kindle
      • Hardcover
      • Paperback
      • Audiobook
    • Morgan Housel
    • MHFI Facebook group
    • Doug’s site
    • Check out Producer Chris’s new blog: Epic Financial Journey

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    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

    Brought To You By:

    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

    Email the show: doug@milehighfi.com

    0:00 Introduction

    2:39 David’s financial journey

    6:50 Future plans & investment decisions

    13:06 This time is different

    19:28 Keeping cash on-hand & withdrawing

    27:53 Portfolio diversification

    32:34 Contingency plans & advice for others

    39:44 Life after retirement

    45:16 Soundcheck – Credit card points


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