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Today’s Premieres
ESPN: 30 for 30 at 8:30p
FX: Mayans M.C. at 10p
Netflix: Battle Kitty
Sundance Now: Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders
The Weather Channel: Pattrn at 12p
Today’s Finales
ABC: black-ish at 9p
A&E: Storage Wars at 9:30p
ID: Crime Scene Confidential at 9p
PBS: Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. at 8p
IN THE NEWS
Media outlet Infowars has filed for Chapter 11 protection in Texas. The company said it has spent up to $10 million on legal fees and costs related to lawsuits over comments made by its founder, conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, and other employees who have repeatedly called the 2012 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School a hoax. Two other companies connected to Jones, IWHealth and Prison Planet TV, have also filed for bankruptcy protection.
May 2 will be Chris Licht’s first official day as Chairman and CEO of CNN – and his last day on Twitter, he announced (via Twitter) on Monday. “Twitter can be a great journalistic tool, but it can also skew what’s really important in the world,” wrote Licht. “I’m logging off & looking forward to working with the incredible team at CNN.” Licht, former executive producer for “The Late Show,” is replacing Jeff Zucker.
Daytimer “The Talk” has been renewed for season 13. Current hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, Jerry O’Connell, Natalie Morales and Sheryl Underwood will all be along for the ride.
Investors reached a $14.75 million settlement in a securities lawsuit against Les Moonves and CBS Corp. (now Paramount Global). The suit claimed that the company made false and misleading statements or omissions that caused the stock to trade at artificially inflated prices until sexual misconduct allegations against then-CEO Moonves were made public. CBS argued it was not obligated to share allegations of sexual misconduct.
Kids Street announced it almost doubled its distribution this month based largely on Comcast moving the channel up to its Digital Starter Package. The channel expansion coincides with the acquisition and launch of seven new shows.
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ESPORTS & GAMING BRAND ACTIVATION
2022 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
Wednesday, May 4th , 10:00am ET
The agenda is live and we are three weeks out. Have you requested your pass yet?
REQUEST MY FREE PASS
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PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Peacock ordered a five-episode second season of “Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem,” to drop daily from July 11-15. The season will include past and present stars of the daytime soap.
“Ugliest House in America” landed a six-episode second season order from HGTV. This time around, host Retta will hit the road to look for ugly vacation homes. “Everyone loves a good laugh and this show is full of them,” said Betsy Ayala, SVP, Programming & Development, HGTV.
Tattoo artist Katrina “Kat Tat” Jackson (“Black Ink Crew”) signed a first-look, development and executive producer deal with Paramount to develop and executive produce content in collaboration with her production company, Enigma Entertainment Group.
Disney+’s “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” has been renewed for a second season, which will include guest stars Chance the Rapper, Gabrielle Union, Normani, Leslie Odom Jr., Anthony Anderson, Dominique Dawes, Gabby Douglas, Laurie Hernandez, Jane Lynch, Holly Robinson Peete, Maury Povich, Storm Reid, Courtney B. Vance and Lana Mendoza. The season one finale of the Disney Television Animation series begins streaming Wednesday, April 20.
Group Effort Initiative has partnered with Netflix to expand underrepresented communities’ access to career opportunities. “We started the Group Effort Initiative a little less than two years ago to create a pipeline for underrepresented voices in our industry. Its growth has exceeded our wildest expectations and it could not have succeeded as it has without the unwavering support of Netflix,” said Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, who launched GEI. “We thank Scott Stuber and the entire team for their commitment to inclusion. We won’t let you down.”
Netflix has ordered an animated series and a videogame based on the Exploding Kittens card game. Tom Ellis (“Lucifer”), Abraham Lim (“The Boys”), Lucy Liu (“Elementary”), Ally Maki (“Wrecked”), Mark Proksch (“What We Do in the Shadows”) and Sasheer Zamata (“Woke”) are featured voices in the show from Bandera Entertainment.
Merck Foundation has launched their first-ever TV program, “Our Africa by Merck Foundation.” This show covers social and health issues in Africa.
Ramon Rodriguez (“The Affair”) will star in ABC drama pilot “Will Trent.” Rodriguez will also serve a a producer on the 20th Television project, based on the book series by Karin Slaughter about a special agent of the Georgia Bureau of Investigations.
NEW & RETURNING SERIES
Season two of HLN’s “Sex & Murder” premieres Sunday, April 24 at 10p. First up: The case of a former police officer also known as the “Wisconsin Suitcase Murderer.”
VH1’s “Unfaithful: Caught in the Act,” helping suspicious lovers catch cheating partners, makes its debut Monday, May 16 at 10p. Tami Roman (“The Real World”) hosts. The new reality show follows the season 10 premiere of “Basketball Wives” 8p, and the season two bow of “Couples Retreat” at 9p.
New series premiering on Magnolia Network next month include “The Retro Plant Shop with Mikey and Jo,” starring Joanna Gaines and her sister, Mikey McCall (Friday, May 20) and “Rooms We Love,” centered on interior designers showing off inspirational room (Friday, May 27).
Rob Mariano gets real again, this time in “Boston Rob Does Beantown,” premiering Thursday, April 21 on Hearst Television streamer Very Local. Mariano has appeared six times on “Survivor” and competed twice on “The Amazing Race.” In his new weekly series, the reality mainstay takes viewers on a tour of his hometown.
COMING UP
Turner Sports’ next installment of live golf event series “Capital One’s The Match” will feature a foursome of NFL quarterbacks: Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers versus Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. The 12-hole event airs on TNT Wednesday, June 1, with coverage beginning at 6:30p.
STREAMING
Genius Brands International will offer a dedicated Kartoon Channel! on The Roku Channel, further expanding the channel’s presence on the streamer. “As we begin rolling out the new Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse, we’re excited to share that in less than two years we are fully distributed in the US,” said Genius Brands’ Jon Ollwerther, President, Kartoon Channel!.
UPFRONT CALENDAR
April 19: SeeHer SheFront (virtual)
April 25: FETV (Empire State Building, NYC)
April 26: Disney Storyteller’s Showcase (invite-only);
May 2-6: IAB NewFronts
May 2: NBCUniversal/Peacock NewFront
May 3: Samsung Ads at 9a (Samsung 837, NYC), Roku at 11:30a (Caldwell Factory, NYC)
May 5: Canela Media at 1p (virtual) and CincoDeFront at 5:30p (NYC)
May 16: NBCUniversal (Radio City Music Hall, NYC); Telemundo (Ziegfeld Theater, NYC); Fox (Skylight, NYC)
May 17: Disney (Basketball City at Pier 36, NYC); YouTube Brandcast at 8p; Univision (Javits Center in NYC)
May 18: Paramount (Carnegie Hall, NYC); Warner Bros. Discovery (Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, NYC)
May 19: The CW (New York City Center Theater, NYC)
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2022 SPORTS MEDIA AWARDS: Congratulations to the Winners!
This morning, we celebrated the best in class in the sports media community at the Sports Media Awards, held at the New York Athletic Club. Check out all of this year’s winners and All Stars!
Many thanks to our sponsor: Bally Sports
SEE THE WINNERS
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RATINGS
HGTV’s “Unsellable Houses” delivered its highest-rated season premiere ever on April 12 with a .69 Live+3 rating among P25-54 and a .96 among W25-54. The season three debut attracted 3.6 million total viewers.
Saturday’s USFL game drew 2.9 million average viewers for its NBC/Fox simulcast, according to Nielsen Fast Nationals. The new league will play a 10-game schedule, with games airing on Fox, NBC, or Peacock, as well as fuboTV.
Shareablee Top 10 Streaming Shows for the week of April 11
Program, Platform, Total Actions, Total Content, Actions per Content, Fans & Followers
Stranger Things (Netflix), 4.8m, 14, 340,472, 27.1m
Bridgerton (Netflix), 2.6m, 32, 82,065, 3.3m
Umbrella Academy (Netflix), 2.3m, 12, 191,869, 4.8m
Euphoria (HBO Max), 2m, 3, 654,277, 9.4m
Get Organized With The Home Edit (Netflix), 987k, 43, 22,947, 6.4m
Top Boy (Netflix), 368k, 16, 23,003, 551k
The Wilds (Prime Video), 231k, 18, 12,841, 209k
Nanatsu No Taizai (Netflix), 230k, 86, 2,677, 1.1m
The Grand Tour (Prime Video), 206k, 7, 29,433, 6.1m
Trailer Park Boys (Netflix), 204k, 43, 4,737, 3.1m
Broadcast Nielsen Ratings for Friday, April 15
Show, P2+ 000s, (A18-49)
ABC: Shark Tank 3.74 (0.5), 20/20 2.32 (0.3)
CBS: Come Dance with Me 2.05 (0.2), Blue Bloods 2.81 (0.2)
CW: Charmed 0.31 (0.1), Dynasty 0.26 (0.0)
FOX: WWE Friday Night Smackdown 2.14 (0.5)
NBC: Blacklist 2.85 (0.3), Dateline 4.00 (0.5)
Telemundo: Exatlon 0.73 (0.3), Hercai: Amor Venganza 1.02 (0.2), Pasion Gavilanes 0.57 (0.2)
Univision: Soltero Con Hijas 1.21 (0.4), Mi Fortuna es Amarte 1.37 (0.4), Madre 1.55 (0.4)
Source: Nielsen live + same day time period averages
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Tischen Franklin has joined 160over90 as Executive Creative Director. Franklin comes from Uniworld Group, where he was Group Creative Director of Design.
IN MEMORIAM
Actor and club owner Rio Hackford died following an undisclosed illness. He was 51. Hackford’s television credits include “The Mandalorian” and “Underground,” among others.
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This Day in History
1775 – The American Revolution began in Lexington, MA.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
Which future “Friends” star appeared in the series finale of “Newhart” (1982-1990)? Lisa Kudrow. Kudos to: Randall Bosley-Studio Talent Group/Santa Monica, CA; Heather Allen-WWE Corporation/Stamford, CT; Craig Kallin-PwC/Orlando; Andrew Goldman-Grooveee/NYC; David Rubinsohn-American Public Television/Boston; Dan Whitford-WTTW/Chicago; John Kukla-KDFW/Dallas; Ken DuBow-Access Entertainment/LA; Sandy Spiegel/Chicago; David Westberg-SAG-AFTRA Credit Union/Burbank; Tom Moore-Kalt Productions/LA
Today’s Trivia Question
How many children did Carla have when “Cheers” (1982-93) began, and when the show ended? (Email [email protected] with your answer and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone. Unofficial rules: a limit of four answers per time zone.)
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PRODUCTION HR & STAFFING MANAGER >>
TOP NY PRODUCTION COMPANY/NYC: Being the employee contact for HR, creating a recruitment plan, and maintaining production health care benefits as well as other tasks. Act as a consultant to managers and staff regarding policies and procedures. A bachelor’s degree and 4+ yrs experience in human resources at a senior-level in the entertainment production industry are required. Full info HERE (3/3)
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT
COX MEDIA
PHOENIX, AZ
Identifies and calls on new prospects using multiple sources of sales leads to interest them in benefits of advertising with Cox Media. Meets with prospective to assess their advertising needs. Builds an effective consultative relationship with clients, advertisers, and the agencies that represent them. 2 yrs of exp. in Media Sales environment. Full info HERE (5/2)
DIGITAL MARKETING ANALYST
COX MEDIA
BATON ROUGE, LA
Provide weekly pacing reports & updates to the digital team and sellers. Execute analysis of campaign strategy, assessment of creative results, & determine actionable results based on data. Deliver white glove service to top tier clients & oversee, monitor pacing reports & provide recaps on a weekly & monthly basis. 2 or more yrs of exp req. Full info HERE (5/2)
ADVERTISING SALES ASSOCIATE
COX MEDIA
BATON ROUGE, LA
Build/maintain great relationships with customers. Develop advertising campaigns to achieve our client’s marketing goals. create customized presentations and proposals and participate in sales pitches. Develop relationships by repping Cox at local business networking and charity events. 1+ year of experience in related field. Full info HERE (5/2)
MEDIA SALES COORDINATOR >>
IMPULSE MEDIA SALES/NY: Assist with activities between sales staff and station and agency clients by performing the following duties: Preparing avails, proposals, processing sales orders; corresponding with station traffic department contacts, negotiating make goods with agency buying teams. Full info HERE (5/2)
MEDIA SALES PLANNER >>
FUSE MEDIA/NY: Develop customized plans and presentations for Ad Sales clients. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a fast-growing business with future growth opportunities. Full info HERE (4/29)
SR. DIRECTOR, DIGITAL MEDIA >>
THE YES NETWORK/STAMFORD: This position is responsible for overseeing the content across all of YES Network’s digital platforms, including YESNetwork.com, social platforms, YouTube, and the YES App. Full info HERE (4/29)
SALES ASSISTANT – NATIONAL
UPtv
NYC
Provides full support and manages day-to-day maintenance of all accounts for the Ad Sales team by performing the following duties. Full info HERE (4/28)
SALES PLANNER
UPtv
NYC
Develops media proposals and works directly with Account Executives and Pricing & Planning. Full info HERE (4/28)
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER >>
LAUNDRY SERVICE – AMAZON PRIME VIDEO ACCOUNT/LA: Developing and posting content for Amazon Prime Video social, communicating with internal teams and clients. Craft original posts, create assets and capitalize on trending moments. Full info HERE (4/28)
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER >>
LAUNDRY SERVICE – AMAZON MUSIC ACCOUNT (REGIONAL MEXICANO)/LA OR REMOTE: Social Media Manager for one of our music and streaming clients, with a focus on Regional Mexicano communities. Must be fluent in both spoken and written Spanish. Develope and post content for social channels. Full info HERE (4/28)
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER >>
LAUNDRY SERVICE – AMAZON MUSIC (PODCASTS)/LA OR REMOTE: Craft original posts and engaging with podcast listeners, creating assets to capitalize on trending moments in culture, and ideating innovative approaches that’ll make your content shine. Full info HERE (4/28)
MARKETING DIRECTOR >>
ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA SEARCH/CHARLOTTE: Responsible for website and digital content initiatives. The Director of Distribution Marketing is responsible for all affiliate/distribution marketing activity. Full info HERE (4/28)
TRAFFIC BILLING COORDINATOR
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE
This position will serve as a conduit between Linear Sales, Traffic and the Accounting Department. Previous invoicing experience is a must, and the ability to work in a fast pace environment. Strong communication skills via phone and email are both required. Full info HERE (4/28)
PAID MEDIA MANAGER
PLAYON! SPORTS
ATLANTA
Day-to-day mgt, optimization, & scalability of existing, paid, customer-acquisition channels, as well as the discovery & implementation of new channels. Exp w/ Facebook advertising, SEM, programmatic display & direct media buys. Full info HERE (4/28)
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, PUBLIC RELATIONS >>
INTERACTIVE ONE/NYC AND TEMPORARILY REMOTE: This position strategizes and implements publicity plans that generate positive trade press and consumer coverage of the publisher and its assets. Full info HERE (4/28)
MANAGER, INTEGRATED MARKETING >>
iOne DIGITAL/NYC AND TEMPORARILY REMOTE: The primary focus will be to help craft sales strategies and creative solutions in response to RFPs, RFIs and general sales. Full info HERE (4/28)
VICE PRESIDENT, CROSS-PLATFORM CLIENT SERVICES >>
iOne DIGITAL/NYC AND TEMPORARILY REMOTE: This role will be charged with successfully managing and developing long-term cross-platform accounts with top-tier clients and agency partners. Full info HERE (4/28)
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE >>
CHICKEN SOUP for the SOUL/NYC: Generating new business and hitting sales goals while developing client and agency relationships. Success in the emerging OTT / Advanced TV video streaming space, requires a nimble, consultative seller, with access to key client and agency media decision-makers, and a clear understanding of pipeline management and prospect list development. Full info HERE (4/26)
LOCAL SALES MANAGER >>
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP/INDIANAPOLIS: Provides leadership for the broadcast/digital sales teams. Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion, and termination of account executives and sales assistants. Develops and executes sales strategies which result in exceeding revenue targets in local, new business and digital revenue. Minimum five years of media sales experience. Full info HERE (4/26)
THE DIRECTOR OF SALES
CIRCLE MEDIA
REMOTE (PREFER NYC, CHICAGO, NASHVILLE)
Responsible for selling general advertising of our Linear network for year over year growth of our advertising sales projections. Source, create, and maintain relationships, as well as execute contracts for our Linear/Cable/VOD networks. Use of qualitative sales packaging and the drive to meet/exceed sales goals is a top priority. Full info HERE (4/25)
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE
Proven track record of success with strategic programming initiatives, preferably experience launching a new linear/VOD network. Lead the programming and scheduling of our network including live events. Create quarterly grids, promo plans, develop stunts, graphic and secondary event requests and review all on air plans for the network. Full info HERE (4/25)
TRAFFIC BILLING COORDINATOR
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE
This position will serve as a conduit between Linear Sales, Traffic and the Accounting Department. Previous invoicing experience is a must, and the ability to work in a fast pace environment. Strong communication skills via phone and email are both required. Full info HERE (4/25)
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER, ON-AIR PROMOTIONS
YES NETWORK
STAMFORD, CT
Ideation for scripts, pitches, brainstorming sessions, and 360-degree marketing campaigns. Overseeing all aspects of assigned projects including screening footage, acquiring media assets, writing scripts, VO sessions, and edit sessions. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in assisting/writing/producing for sports television networks or media companies. Full info HERE (4/25)
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER, COMMERCE
A+E NETWORKS
NYC or REMOTE
Engineering team manager to develop and launch high quality services in support of web, mobile, and television products. 5+ years of technology experience developing and maintaining APIs and backend services with min 1 year of leadership. Strong knowledge of JavaScript, React and Node. JS. Full info HERE (4/25)
DAILY ENTERTAINMENT VIDEO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
theGrio
LOS ANGELES
Experienced in research, pitching ideas, reporting, and coordinating logistics for field production are major responsibilities. Pull video assets including SOTs and Vos, clear footage and provide breaking news support. Manage archives, have a firm understanding of rights and clearances, and thoroughly track sources of material for licensing. Full info HERE (4/22)
COPY EDITOR
theGrio
ATLANTA, LA, NYC, WASHINGTON DC
Read text for grammatical, typographical and factual errors, upholding the highest level of grammar, usage and accuracy. Confirm final drafts are free of errors. Ensure the writing is easy to read and fits the editorial style of the platform. Confirm theGrio’s original news stories and aggregated stories are accurate and meet journalism standards. Full info HERE (4/22)
ASSIGNMENT EDITOR
theGrio
ATLANTA, WASHINGTON DC, LA, NYC
Manage the assignment and publishing of stories about Black people across America. We are seeking a reliable self-starter to work alongside a shift-based team to manage stories that are accurate, authoritative, and indispensable. Experience in journalism and an ability to work in a breaking news environment is required. Full info HERE (4/22)
DAILY AGGREGATION WRITER
theGrio
ATLANTA
Write accurate aggregations of about six to eight 400-600 word stories daily significant news stories. Craft original, engaging headlines, and ledes that arrest and audience. Source appropriately licensed photos to accompany stories, government agencies, Associated Press, Getty, Adobe Stock, public domain repositories, and other institutions. Full info HERE (4/22)
DAILY NEWS WRITER
theGrio
ATLANTA
Write a daily story with original reporting each day covering the Black experience domestically. Stay up to date on relevant trends, stories and experiences that impact Black Americans. Coordinate story parameters with Managing Editor. Strong knowledge of current events. Research and craft stories in a way that resonates with our audiences. Full info HERE (4/22)
LINE EDITOR
theGrio
ATLANTA, WASHINGTON DC, LOS ANGELES, OR NEW YORK
Veteran journalist who has leveraged skills acquired as a print or digital beat or enterprise reporter to transform into a seasoned news editor. Support the well-being, rights, livelihood, protection, joy, financial security, and success of Black people. Coach writers, edit aggregated and original copy, and provide options for sourcing images. Full info HERE (4/22)
INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER
theGrio
ATLANTA, WASHINGTON DC, LOS ANGELES OR NEW YORK
Cover stories about Black people across America. Develop and research investigative stories, with a particular emphasis on data reporting. Creative self-starter to break journalism stories that are accurate, authoritative, and indispensable. Experience in investigative reporting and an ability to work in a breaking news environment is required. Full info HERE (4/22)
AD OPERATIONS MANAGER >>
FUSE MEDIA INC/GLENDALE, CA: Work with a cross functional team spanning sales, business intelligence, and digital operations to traffic direct sales and programmatic digital advertising campaigns in a timely manner to ensure client expectations are exceeded. 3+ years’ experience in Data Analysis/Ad Operations/Media Buying in the digital advertising industry. Full info HERE (4/21)
VP, BRAND MARKETING
CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKS
LA, CA
Manage strategy and execution of 360º consumer marketing campaigns for Crown Media’s linear and SVOD initiatives. Will collaborate cross functionally and manage external media, creative & promotional agencies while leading internal team. Bachelor’s Degree in related field, 12+ yrs marketing experience within entertainment required. Full info HERE (4/21)
VP, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKS
LA, CA
Accountable for oversight, development and execution of highly impactful D&I strategic initiatives, as well as identifying individual, group and organizational development needs; the VP is instrumental in aligning enterprise training and D&I partnership opportunities with business strategies and cultural initiatives. Full info HERE (4/21)
SALES DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE >>
MEDIAOCEAN/NYC, CHICAGO: Find and screen potential customers and have a strong understanding of the sales process, excelling at researching leads, starting new relationships, and setting our sales team up for success. Have the ability to showcase our offerings in a compelling way. 1-3 years of professional work experience preferred. Full info HERE (4/20)
ACCOUNT MANAGER FOR CLIENT SERVICES – DEAL MAKER >>
MEDIAOCEAN/NYC/EAST COAST: Execute a coordinated account plan for driving growth and adoption of Mediaocean solutions. Maintain a regular cadence of on-site visits to consult end users, identify and address business needs and challenges. Act as a trusted advisor and partner with customer contacts. 3+ years of experience in client services or consulting. Full info HERE (4/20)
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TUESDAY APRIL 19
ABC: Judge Steve Harvey, black-sh [f], black-ish: A Celebration, To Tell the Truth
CBS: FBI, FBI: International, FBI: Most Wanted
CW: Superman & Lois, Naomi
FOX: The Resident, Name That Tune
NBC: Young Rock, Mr. Mayor, This Is Us, New Amsterdam
PBS: Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr. [f], Rise of the Nazis, Frontline
Telemundo: Exatlon Estados Unidos, Hercal: Amor y Venganza, Pasion de Gavilanes
Univision: Soltero Con Hijas, Mi Fortuna es Amarte, Madre |
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