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Aug 24 2014

Interview with Xtine

Xtine is a 23-year old model residing in San Diego, California.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

I have been a professional model since 2011. I take the professionalism of my day job as a TV producer and I blend it with each modeling gig. I have a special respect for timeliness and hard work. Born in Phoenix, AZ, currently I am a freelance model in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties, as well as Dallas, Texas. I have been known to successfully fill the part of any needed character role, from hair shows to any and every kind of fashion or editorial-style shoot. Though I shoot several times a week, I also work full time as a producer at One America News Network. I hate sleep and I love politics and fashion!

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I began attending random TF shoots in 2009. I did not morph the modeling into a job until I was serious about doing it. Now, it’s an actual career. What so many new folks don’t understand is that true modeling is a form of acting. You can’t just stand there and look pretty for the camera… You’ve got to work, bitch!

Xtine wearing a black dressWhat are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

I structure my life around my passions. As long as you follow what you love doing — and you work hard enough — you can almost dance through the world of goals with a blindfold. This method has taken me to great places in life.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

I model 3 to 5 times a week. Because of my diversity, I can fulfill most, if not all, roles needed. I am 6′. I’m very leggy, and I love to bend and pose. I do art, bodypaint, fashion, glamour, hair and makeup, lingerie and runway modeling.

Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

Because I’m cautious, all of my modeling experiences have been positive. This career has also had an unintended effect: I’m now the most confident girl you will ever meet. I’ve also had the pleasure of meeting and networking with some real, genuine artists. I’ve enjoyed mingling with so many great minds.

Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

My first career is in the media; my second is, obviously, modeling. I have met many photographers who are also in the same field as I. During my time modeling, I’ve come to realize how important reputations are in any career; the world is so small, you can’t afford to be a jerk!

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

There should be more redheads in this industry.

Xtine naked with a blanketDo you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

I was blessed with an obnoxiously fast metabolism. Though I eat relatively healthy, I have two rules: 1) Don’t diet. 2) Experience, have fun with food. That said, I appreciate my craft beer. Each day I average 1 to 3 beers a day, typically over dinner. I love Thai, Japanese, and Filipino cuisine. I always vie for spicy, seafood, curry, pork… preferably all of the above in one dish! My day of running around begins at 3:30am each day, so, although I do not work out traditionally, I get plenty of activity through being always on the go.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

Before becoming a TV producer, I worked as a producer in conservative talk radio at a couple major stations in Southern California.

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

I wouldn’t like to change anything about myself, I would only like to become an improved, nicer version of what I am already.

What is the one talent you wish you possessed?

I wish I were musically inclined or talented. If you are, you are greatly blessed.

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Aug 10 2014

Interview with Carol Lisherness

Carol Lisherness is a 25-year old model residing in San Francisco, California.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

My name is Carol Lisherness and I’m from Houston, Texas. Although I am a born and raised Texan, I’m a first generation American: My family is originally from Havana, Cuba.

I am a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Advertising with a Business Foundations Certificate. At the moment though, I am taking a “sabbatical” of sorts from desk work to pursue a possible career as a model. To supplement my income, I do promotional modeling work, which is super fun, pays well, and in a way does use my degree; I call it front-line advertising!

In my spare time, I have a close relationship with my couch and love watching TV marathons! I also enjoy reading, scrapbooking, and working on arts and crafts; I’m so exciting aren’t I?!

I am a proud Air Force wife; Because of my husband, I’ve had the opportunity to move out of Texas and explore the United States! We have lived on the beach in Biloxi, Mississippi and we now live in Northern California. We enjoy exploring NorCal by visiting state parks and going camping!

Carol Lisherness wearing a wornout tshirtWhen, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I started modeling my senior year of college. I’ve always enjoyed taking pictures. I have a horrible memory, so I documented almost everything through photos! I take every opportunity to work with photographers in order to learn, grow, and get a variety of images for my portfolio.

What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

My goal is to be remembered. I want to leave a lasting impact so that years from now, when people look back, they will remember me.

I don’t quite consider myself a model just yet. I have done some amazing things throughout this career and have been published quite a bit, but it’s just not enough. When I make it big and make the “big bucks,” I’ll then consider myself a model!
In 5 to 10 years, I hope to be established and starting my family. My biological clock is ticking!

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

When I was living in Houston, I was shooting nonstop! But since moving, things have slowed a bit, but it’s picking up as I network and work with new photographers!

I do all types of photo shoots except nude and fetish work. I’ve recently started doing some behind the scenes videos which have been fun to watch! I think most people enjoying seeing my bikini work, but I like to be versatile and do a little of everything.

Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

I’ve had so many amazing experiences throughout this chapter of my life: I’ve represented Havana, Cuba at Swimsuit USA International Model Search in Mexico for the last 2 years, and I’m hoping to go back this year! I’ve also represented Houston, Texas at Tropic Beauty World Finals in Las Vegas this year.

One of the worst experiences I’ve had though? Being groped during a shoot. Oh and being pushed to do something I don’t want to do. If I say no, it means no. You’re not going to get a good picture out of me if I’m uncomfortable, so why push me?

Carol Lisherness having an ice cream in a bikiniHave you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

I’ve actually had the opportunity to fly an airplane during a shoot! I have a huge fear of flying, but I’m so glad I took the opportunity!

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

I am on a mission to redefine the current standard of beauty. I’m all natural: No fake eyelashes, no hair extensions, no fake nails, no breast implants, nor surgical work of any kind; just makeup and me. What you see is what you get. It’s so frustrating seeing these fake women who are so popular. I want to be able to say, I made it without getting all that work done.

Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

At the moment, I mostly focus on eating clean. I’m human, so I sometimes slip, but when I do I can’t wait to get back on track. I focus on eating minimally processed foods. That means no microwaveable meals, no chips, cookies, etc, just fresh fruits and veggies and as minimally enhanced meats and eggs that I can find. It can be hard because that weeds out a lot of food, but I don’t want those chemicals in my body. I make sure to read labels very carefully. If the list is too long, it’s out. If I can’t recognize ingredients, it’s also out. I also try to eat small meals throughout the day and snack on wholesome treats when I get hungry in between meals. Oh and I avoid fast food like the plague!! If I have to eat out, I choose the most wholesome looking thing on the menu. I honestly believe that diet is 80% of being fit.

My number one tip? Give yourself 2 weeks of eating super, super clean. After those 2 weeks if you eat any “junk food,” you will feel it. I get sick, bad skin, even rashes if I eat something superbad! Even more motivation to eat clean! But also, don’t beat yourself up if you indulge in a craving. Just don’t binge! Enjoy indulging and then get on track!

Carol Lisherness topless white backgroundPlease share something people don’t know about you.

I have a huge obsession with Transformers! My car is decked out in Autobot gear! Autobots roll out!

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

Yes. There’s a lot about myself I wish I could change. I feel like my nose is too big, and that my thighs could use some toning up, but honestly, I wish I could change how other people view beauty more. I want people to appreciate my type of beauty.

Do you have any fears or phobias?

Roaches. Omg roaches. I can handle spiders: I’ve even been bitten by one and sent to the hospital, but they don’t scare me one bit. Hell I’ve even played with a tarantula! I like snakes: I had an ex-boyfriend that had a pet snake that I liked playing with. I should have kept it honestly. I think rats are the cutest pets! I’d love to get one if they weren’t a little messy and hard to train. But roaches? They send me running. I don’t care if it’s dead, I’m out. My way of killing them? Burning down the house. I wouldn’t touch one with a 10 feet pole.

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Jul 15 2014

Interview with Samantha Jax

Samantha Jax is a 24-year old model residing in San Jose, California.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

Hey everyone! I’m Samantha Jax. My real name is Samantha Jacqueline Fisher- Lewis, but its so darn long I prefer Samantha Jax. I was born in Los Gatos in California but moved into San Jose where I was raised. My mother was a single mother of three girls and we all have different dad’s. My mother struggled with a drug addiction so my sisters and I were sent to live with our grandparents for a few years.

Samantha Jax in a pink veil by the poolI feel that my struggles as a child has helped me become a remarkable individual. I feel I have a lust for life and a goal to try to make the world a more loving and accepting place.

I have many hobbies and they seem to change weekly. Some days I decided I’m going to be a painter and pant a beautiful scene of a mountain. Then the next week I decided I’m going to ride dirt bikes and try to beat all the boy’s. For some strange reason I’m one of those people that are good at almost everything. I can sing and dance, I do ballet and workout, I paint and ride dirt bikes, and also like to model and act.

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

When I was a child I always wanted to be the center of attention, my mother used to call me Varoka from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory because she said I was such a drama queen.
Throughout my childhood I would get compliments from my mothers friends or people in town saying how pretty I was and they suggested I should be an actress or model.

When I got out of high school I got a chance to make this dream a reality when I signed up to a local Modeling school in Willow Glen, California called John Casablancas. During my schooling there I met other students with the same goal as me and with the classes we all were improving our skills and understanding of the industry. After i graduated from John Casablancas I signed up with an Agency Called MTM Agency that was ran by the director of John Casablanca school.

Samantha Jax in an artistic poseWhat are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

My personal goals right now is complete the 30 day squat challenge hahahaha, and finish school. But as for professional goal I would like to find a new agent and continue networking to maybe one day be in a fashion magazine.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

I model ever so often, it’s like I wont do any modeling gigs for a few months and then I’ll do ten modeling gig’s in two months. I’m not very organized with my time at the moment, but when ever i feel sexy and confident is when i am ready to shoot. Most of the work i do consists of photo shoots. I usually participate in implied nudity, glamour, Fashion, Commercial, artistic, group modeling and I have done about ten hair show for shampoo lines. I have done over a dozen fashion show’s for local designers but I’m too short to be a runway model 🙁

Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

Let’s save the best for last. My worst experience modeling I think was when I got scammed. I was looking through the casting portion of ModelMayhem and i sent a message to a photographer that said they were casting for a magazine in Europe. I received a message back from the photographer saying him and his team picked me to be their model. I was so excited and over come with happiness. The photographer said I would be paid 3,000 dollars to do the shoot and they would first send me the money in a money gram through UPS before the shoot. When I received the money gram I called the photographer to let him know I had received it, during our talk the man told me I would have to pay for the MUA and stylist with some of the money that was sent to me.

The man gave me the address to send the money gram. I went to my bank and deposited the $3,000.00a dollars sent to me and then took out the $700.00 to send to the MUA and stylist. Then a couple day’s later my bank called me and told me I had deposited a counterfeit money gram into my account. I tried to call the photographer to figure out what had happened and the phone was disconnected. That’s when i realized I had been scammed. They sent me a fake money gram worth $3,000 and then told me to send $700.00 to pay for stylist and MUA. They stole my money and I got in trouble with my bank.

My best experience was when a photographer from Texas flew out to San Jose just to shoot with me. I felt so special, he bought me lunch, I got to pick the location for the shoot, and I got enough money to buy my first car.

Samantha Jax in chainsHave you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

My most recent shoot I was sitting on a white chair with white fur and white flowers surrounding me. I doing an implied nudity shoot with a photographer I had worked with a couple times. It was a night to shoot and I was feeling skinny and sexy. But during my shoot the photographer points down towards my hoo haa and gave me this strange look. I looked down and dripping down my leg was blood. I jumped up and ran to the bathroom, mother nature had decided to grace me with her presences. I didn’t want to come out of the bathroom I was so embarrassed. We had to end the shoot early but I’ll never forget that horrible embarrassing moment.

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

If I could change anything about the modeling industry it would be photo shop. I honestly feel that photo shop gives people an unrealistic view on how models and actors look. I learned from one of my classes in college that only 9% of the women population in the world feel beautiful and I believe that photo shop will only make that number decrease more.

One more thing I would change is the pressure to be super skinny. I feel that if these products are trying to sell products to normal people why not put normal people in their commercials or magazine. Then people wouldn’t feel that only skinny people can wear that or only people with that type of body should buy it.

Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

I practice ballet and I’m in the processes of completing the 30 day squat challenge but other then that I don’t usually work out. I have always been at a healthy normal weight up in till three years ago after my high school boyfriend passed away I haven’t been able to put on weight. Right now I weight about 110 and I wish I was about 120.

Nutrition is always on my mind, I don’t count calories or carbs but I do try to stick with foods like fish or chicken with steamed brown rice and veggies. When I go out to eat I usually order a salad with some type of protein. I don’t believe people should do hard core diets or try to limit foods they love, however I do believe in moderation. Everything in moderation.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I can burp really loud and for a long time. When I was younger my mom would show me off at BBQ’s saying ” She doesn’t even have to drink a beer to burp loud”. I can sing the ABC’S up to the letter M in one burp. My cousin say’s i should videos tape myself burping and send it Tosh.O

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

If I could change anything about my physical appearance it would be eye color. I have a blend of brown and green eyes, but I would love to have all green eyes. If I could change anything about myself in general it would be to complete eliminate the feeling of jealous from myself. I hate feeling jealous, I feel it’s a useless feeling that makes you act on emotions that are usually just temporary , but the action you take while jealous usually are lasting.

Where is the weirdest place you’ve ever peed?

Once I was at a party with my best friends Rachelle, we were drinking Bacardi 151 and other things 🙂 My friend decided to stop drinking but I kept pouring her a shot of Bacardi 151 and then myself a shot. Rachelle kept saying no to the shots so I drink her shots and then my own. By the time I started to feel super sick I was 17 shots deep of 151, needless to say I was f**ked up. Rachelle helped me into the bathroom. I decided I had to pee and started to pull down my pants. When I attempted to sit myself on the toilet seat I missed and fell on the floor were my friend was standing. I guess I thought I was on the toilet because I proceeded to pee on my friends leg. We still laugh about it to this day.

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Jul 14 2014

Interview with Stella Jane – Retired Military Model

Stella Jane is a 22-year old model residing in Sacramento, California.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

Hey everybody! I am 22 years old and have been modeling for 5 years. I just moved back to Sacramento, California from Killeen, Texas where I served in the US Army as a combat medic. I also spent one year in Korea. I love my black lab, Scarlet. I am a huge family person which is made up of me, my two brothers and my mom and dad. I love fitness and hiking!

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I have been modeling for 5 years yet it has always been a passion of mine!

What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

I would love to get into acting, I am planning on taking acting classes within the next year. I also love the medical field and don’t want to stray away from that! So everything is up in the year and I am actually not quite sure what my future holds! I will never give up modeling though.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

I usually do shoots every other weekend if not every weekend. I have a heavy school/ work load so I typically just focus on keeping in shape on the week days.

Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

My best experiences that I have found in modeling is the fact that I travel. I love seeing different parts of the world. I especially enjoyed traveling around in Korea! The worst experiences would have to be unprofessional photographers.

Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

Every shoot I do is different and quirky! I can’t think of any time that wasn’t yet nothing completely pops out at me! The funniest shoot I did was Alice in Wonderlamd with 10 other people and I had the luxury of being Alice 🙂

Stella Jane in black and whiteIs there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

I would change how people perceive models, it is a difficult job and there should be more respect given. Also I would change how the modeling industry prefers super skinny and super tall models, every person is beautiful in their own special way.

Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

Hiking is my favorite thing in the world. I also love getting lost at the gym. It’s more than just a hobby it is essential for a healthy future. I also typically eat clean, I enjoy juicing, snacking on Greek yogurt, fruits, veggies etc but I hardly ever turn down a good burger.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I was on the expert rifle team when I was in the Army, out of over 400 people I was the only woman. I also received 5 Army Achievement Medals while I served.

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

There is nothing that I would change about myself other than maybe be more understanding and more trusting.

Have you ever gone without wearing underwear all day? Why & what did you do?

I actually hardly ever wear underwear, it is uncomfortable! Lol

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Jul 12 2014

Interview with Libertad Green – The face of Hawaiian Hula

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

Libertad Green is my real name. I am, effectively, the Face of the Hawaiian Hula on Google. If you Google “Hawaiian Hula,” one of the first few hits returned will be a thumbnail of me with a link to my “Hawaiian Hula dance” video on YouTube, which has almost two million views.

I am also one of the few women who has played the role of the Biblical Queen Jezebel in a live-action, feature-length film (Blast and Whisper).

As a model, I have been photographed by professional photographers from coast to coast, and stock photos of me have appeared on websites in various languages from around the world. In addition to dancing, acting, and modeling, I am a fashion blogger. Daily, I post pictures of myself in Outfits of the Day at libertadgreen.blogspot.com, and I am the founding Editor-in-Chief of an entertainment eZine in Los Angeles, California, LA Libertad (LALibertad.tk)

Libertad Green - Modeling red dress on a benchDo you have a nickname or artist pseudonym? Who came up with it and how?

I go by my real name, Libertad Green. However, because it is very unique, a lot of people assume it is a stage name.

As for nicknames, members of my immediate family have private nicknames for me, but I don’t appreciate it when people – especially people I just met or who don’t even know me – take it upon themselves to call me “Libby” or “Lib.” I appreciate formality, and like to be addressed a “Libertad” or “Ms. Green.” Some people who find Spanish difficult call me “Liberty.”

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I heard the ads on the radio for some of those fake companies that make the rounds to different cities and have these huge open calls at hotels. I learned that most of those are scams, but eventually I found other resources for legitimate work.

What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

I would love to be a brand, and be my own boss. I want to travel the world, and make a living doing it. But hopefully all that happens even sooner!

How much do you typically charge for a photo-shoot?

My rates start at $20.00 an hour, and go up, depending on the location and length of the gig.

Libertad Green - Posing on rocksPlease tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

One of the best modeling experiences I ever had was as a model for Brides Against Breast Cancer while I was living in San Antoinio, Texas. I was chosen to appear on several local television stations, modeling wedding gowns. I was especially happy to model for something that is for a good cause, like BABC.

One recent bad experience is working with what I thought was a professional fashion photographer, and going on six months later, I have still not received a single photo from our trade shoot. I am embarrassed for him. I would have expected him to behave in a more mature and professional manner.

Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

Probably the most embarrassing experience was when I started my period during a bikini shoot. I must have had a horrified expression on my face because the photographer asked if I was okay; I said “yes,” and excused myself to take care of the situation, and then I got back to work.

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

Height, weight, and age standards. I think examples of everyone should be shown in this and all of the entertainment industry.

Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

I studied Olympic-style fencing for years. I also like playing badminton with my family, and of course, dancing. I would like to start eating even better, but my weakness is soda – especially Pepsi!

Please share something people don’t know about you.

It is not a secret, but it is something I think most people do not know: I never went to public school a day of my life. No pre-school, no kindergarten, no elementary or high school, and no college. I was taught at home by my parents, and we did not go through the typical, proper channels for home schooling. I lived my life from age five to eighteen in fear of be being taken away by Child Protective Services, and a couple of times we left home and lived on the road in our car because of that fear. Things have turned out well, though, and because of the great education I received by my parents, I have found I am smarter and stronger than a lot of people I meet that received the typical education required by the government. I have yet to meet another person that never went a day to school – not even kindergarten (traditional home schooling not included).
I also spent years without plumbing or electricity myself, getting water from a well with a bucket, and my father producing electricity for our house with a car battery.

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

Something else people might not realize about me: Since I was 11 years old, I have suffered from chronic back pain. If I could change anything, it would be to cure my herniated disk pain.

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Jun 17 2014

Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series 2014

This highlight video shows the best from the second stop of the 2014 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series, at gorgeous Possum Kingdom Lake in Texas on June 6-7. The divers plunged from 27 meters into Hell’s Gate Cove. 14 of the best cliff diving athletes in the world competed in the event, and this video highlights the top four dives along with awesome shots of Texas, the lake, and the many fans on hand for the event. Fans line the competition area in boats, rafts and jet skis, taking advantage of the fantastic summer weather and the amazing, top-level diving.

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Red Bull, an energy drink company known for their many sponsorships in extreme and action sports, takes divers through seven world-wide stops for its 2014 Cliff Diving World Series, including Cuba, Ireland, Norway, Portugal, Spain Brazil, and this stop in Texas. The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series was founded in 2009 and features the top talent and most promising newcomers in the sport. The four dives in the final round are featured in this video, Michal Navratil of the Czech Republic, Steven LoBue of the United States, Artem Silchenko of Russia and, the winner, Gary Hunt of the UK.

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The United States stop on the world tour takes place at Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County, Texas. Possum Kingdom Lake is a reservoir of the Brazos River and features two towering cliffs that m ark the entrance to a small cove, called Hell’s Gate, where the event took place.

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The video beings with some scenic and appropriate shots of Texas, to set the scene. At the ten second mark, the narrator sets up the event over shots of the beautiful lake and cove where the event will take place. At (0:15) we begin to see shots of the divers and the massive amount of fans who have arrived by boat to see the event. (0:30) brings us the first shots of actual dives, and we get a sense of the immensity of the 30 meter platform. (0:39) we see fourth place finisher Michal Navratil’s final round dive, which scores him a host of 9.5s and a 10. (0:46) is an interview with Navratil, where he says he is happy to score the 10. (0:51) is the American diver’s Steven LoBue’s dive, which earned him third place. His interview, and a slow-mo replay, follow. (1:24) is Artem Silchenko’s second place dive, and (1:33) is the final round dive of our event winner, Gary Hunt. At (1:40) we see shots of the other divers celebration, and then Hunt’s interview. The podium shot and more shots of the fans follow.

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