California Historical Radio Society

The Living New Deal Speaking Event
2024-08-11 01:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join CHRS and Professor Richard Walker talking about the Living New Deal project, a research project and online public archive documenting the scope and impact of the New Deal on America. Richard will talk about the legacy of the New Deal and the Living New Deal project to map all New Deal public works and artworks, most of which are still around – a Lost Civilization hiding in plain sight. Richard will provide a few choice examples here in the East Bay to illustrate.
Saturday, August 10, 3:30-5:30 PM at Radio Central.
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"All You Can Eat Radio Buffet" & Swap Meet
2024-08-17 09:00 - 13:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet 8/17/24.
Also, CHRS will host the “All You Can Eat Radio Buffet.” One price gets you in the gate and then take all you can haul!
Saturday, August 17- 9:00-1:00 PM
Swap meet 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
All You Can Eat Radio Buffet
10:00 AM Gates Open
10:00-11:00 $30
11:00-12:00 $20
12:00-1:00 $10
Pay one fee and take all you can haul!

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SFAF hosts Michael Fremer at CHRS
2024-09-14 11:00 - 18:00
The San Francisco Audiophile Foundation will be hosting speaker Michael Fremer at CHRS for two sessions, 10-1 and 2-5. Come be entertained by the most famous name in the vinyl and turntable review world. There will be a fee associated with this event.
From SFAF:

Michael Fremer is back and he’s Mad!

Saturday, September 14, 2024
Two Sessions: Morning 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM & Afternoon 2:00 PM unitl 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Don’t miss our new bonus and exclusive offers listed below

Mad about vinyl that is… It’s been a few years since Michael’s last visit, so we have a lot to catch up on. Micheal is currently the editor of The Tracking Angle and editor at large at The Absolute Sound. He has been a champion of vinyl since the beginning of time. He is one of the world’s foremost experts on analog playback. Fremer has also been a professional comedian, a voice actor (Animalympics, Felix the Cat: The Movie), and supervised the Academy Award-nominated soundtrack to Tron.

He can now add record producer to his CV. He and co-producer Robin Wyatt have released Rufus Reid Presents Caelan Cardello. He’s now working on his second album. This album is in collaboration with Patrick Leanard called “It All Comes Down to Mood” featuring Tony Levin on bass, with Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre on guitar & Ian Anderson on flute. It’s mixed by Kevin Killen (U2 etc.). Patrick co- produced “Amused to Death” with Roger Waters. Michael will be bringing a pre-release copy to play for us.

Michael is famous for his candor and is open to any and all questions. He always brings some special sonic treats and unique and eye-opening stories.

Special Bonus for All Attendees: First access to purchase records from the recently donated KFOG record collection

We have been organizing the amazing collection of records that have been donated to the Audiophile Foundation. We will present the first curated selection for purchase at reasonable prices at the event. There will be some high quality pressings and unique offerings available.
Exclusive Offer for Non-Members!

Register for this event and receive a FREE 12-month Audiophile Foundation membership!
Here’s what you’ll get:
– Full access to our website and forums
– Exclusive discounts from Manufacturers
– Receive discounts for Foundation events
– Connect with other members of our community
How it works:
1. Register for the event
2. Receive a unique coupon code
3. Redeem your code for a free one-year membership
Don’t miss out! Explore our Membership Benefits page for more perks.
Important Details:

This offer valid for new members only
Coupon codes are non-transferable
Coupon codes will be sent via email after September 14, 2024
Coupons must be redeemed by October 14, 2024

This is a not to be missed event. There are morning and evening sessions available.

Morning Session Sign Up
Afternoon Session Sign Up

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Cracking the Enigma: The Secret Battlefield of WW2
2024-09-20 18:00 - 20:00
Description of talk:
WW1 was the first war to use radio, which was an enormous advantage on the battlefield. But the weakness of existing manual ciphers meant every country now had their secret messages broken by the enemy! This vulnerability was the driving force for the invention of more advanced machine ciphers and was the beginning of crypto warfare. The Enigma machine was invented during this time and was the first cipher device to use electricity. So, radio was directly responsible for the resulting explosion of crypto warfare, which continues to this day.

The Nazis used the Enigma in WW2 and had the utmost confidence in the secrecy of their messages, despite evidence of enemy codebreaking. The story of Allied codebreaking during WW2 is a story of innovation, intrigue, and deception. The success of cracking the Enigma was kept secret for 41 years, until 1974, despite tens of thousands of people working on the effort in the UK and US. This secrecy is especially incredible for us living in the age of the internet, WikiLeaks, and Edward Snowden. Over 35,000 Enigma machines were manufactured, but only 400 exist today.
Ralph Simpson Bio:
Ralph Simpson worked in the computer industry for 32 years, working for IBM and Cisco Systems. He started as a systems engineer for large mainframe computers and held a variety of technical and management roles, including authoring an IBM Technical Manual on redundant systems. He retired as Senior Director for Service Strategy at Cisco Systems, with responsibility for 2,500 engineers.

Ralph is now retired and volunteers at History San Jose and the Computer History Museum. He wrote a book on cipher history called, Crypto Wars: 2000 Years of Cipher Evolution. He is also an avid collector of cipher machines, which you can see on his website, CipherHistory.com.
Authentic and working German Enigma machine from 1941 & Ralph Simpson in his “home museum”

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CHRS at West Is Best
2024-09-29 15:00 - 18:00
CHRS will be at the West is Best Alameda event. Contact Kim Brickman to volunteer.
kim@chrsradio.org
https://www.westalamedabusiness.com/west-is-best

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CHRS at Alameda Pride
2024-10-05 12:00 - 17:00
Join CHRS as a booth vendor for the Alameda Pride event.

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From Palace Hotel to the Pacific: The Rise of Maritime Coastal Radio Station KPH
2024-10-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on October 11, 2024 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to learn about the Rise of KPH.

The history of Maritime Coastal Radio Station KPH is also the history of the development of radio communications.
KPH started as station “PH” at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco in 1905 and as radio communications technology developed the station followed that advancing technology until technology itself put KPH out of business.
This history presentation will be provided by Bill Ruck. Bill is a member of the Maritime Radio Historical Society and is active in keeping this station on the air.
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Bill Ruck Biography
Bill Ruck is a Third-Generation Native San Franciscan and has always been interested in radio, starting in grade school with the proverbial crystal set. He graduated to his father’s Hallicrafters SX-42 and quickly became a SWL staying up all night. He served in the U.S. Navy as an AT2. While still on active duty at NAS Alameda he started hanging out at radio stations including KJAZ.
After his active duty, Bill attended the adult Radio-TV Class at John A. O’Connell Vocational School in San Francisco. He became the Assistant Instructor until Proposition 13 eliminated adult programs. He began working at KFOG as Engineering Manager in 1978. KFOG later added KNBR; and later more stations. He also helped put KUSF on the air including assembling a composite 3 kW FM transmitter from parts. Bill has always been interested in the history of radio. When recruited to join the KPH Project there was little arm-twisting involved because one of Bill’s high school friends worked there in the 70’s and they would hang out at the KPH receive site in Point Reyes.
He has been a member of the Maritime Radio Historical Society for almost 20 years which operates, maintains, and interprets historic Maritime Coastal Station KPH. Today Bill still is active in broadcast radio, radio communications, and radio history.
Bill is a Fellow of the California Historical Radio Society in Preservation and inducted into the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame. He is a member of CHRS, IEEE, SBE, AES, and AWA. He is the Chair of the Northern California Frequency Coordinating Committee.
Bill in front of the PW-15 Transmitter

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Stan Bunger Book Signing Event
2024-10-25 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on October 25, 2024 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM.
Meet Stan Bunger and be the first to get a signed copy of his newly released book, “Mornings with Madden.”
Mornings with Madden: My Radio Life with an American Legend- by Stan Bunger
An intimate and freewheeling portrait of John Madden through the NFL legend’s own words
John Madden is synonymous with football. He was the television face and voice of the nation’s most popular sport, the namesake of its best-selling sports video game, and the man with the highest career winning percentage of any NFL coach.
​Despite his international fame, there was a side of Madden known only to those who listened to morning radio broadcasts in the San Francisco Bay Area. That’s where Madden grew up, lived, and died. It’s where for decades he found joy in a daily chat with his hometown radio station: a chance to unwind, tell stories, and impart his own brand of wit and wisdom.
In Mornings With Madden, Stan Bunger—the man most often on the other side of the mic—illuminates this larger-than-life figure, drawing upon memories of more than fifteen years of daily broadcasts, backed up by thousands of recordings of those conversations. Readers who adored Madden’s football acumen and quirky personality on NFL broadcasts will get to know the father, husband, bad golfer, dog owner, lover of roadside diners, and philosopher whose personality dominated our radio chats.
Featuring moving reflections alongside Madden’s own words, this is a treasure trove of wry observations, self-deprecating humor, clear-eyed thinking about sports and society, and the “Maddenisms” that endeared the legendary coach to millions.
Join CHRS welcoming Stan on October 25 from 6-8 PM. This event is free to the public, but please RSVP here so we will have enough books available for those who wish to purchase a copy.

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Radio Repair Workshop
2024-10-26 10:00 - 15:00
We are offering a basic radio repair workshop. If you are interested in participating please email Denny Monticelli to be added to the waitlist.
dennis.monticelli@gmail.com

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War of the Worlds Listening Event
2024-10-26 15:00 - 16:15
Join us on October 26, 2024 from 3:00-4:15 PM at the California Historical Radio Society for a special Halloween event! Step back in time and experience Orson Welles’ legendary 1938 broadcast of War of the Worlds just as listeners did more than 80 years ago. Gather around an authentic vintage console radio and be transported to the era of classic radio drama. Hear the broadcast that captivated and terrified a nation, surrounded by the nostalgic sound of a beautifully restored radio. Perfect for Halloween, this immersive event will leave you with a thrilling sense of history and mystery. Popcorn will be provided. Don’t miss this unique journey into radio’s golden age!

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1 on 1 Interview with Brian Copeland
2024-11-08 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on November 8, 2024 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Brian Copeland.
We are excited to continue our 1 on 1 interview series with actor, comedian, radio talk show host, playwright, and author, Brian Copeland. He will be interviewed by award winning radio and television journalist, Rosie Lee Allen. Join us not only for an interview, but also to purchase a signed copy of Brian’s new book. We hope to see you there.

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Vintage Electronics Sale and Swap Meet
2024-11-09 09:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale 11/9/24.
Saturday, November 9- 9:00-1:00 PM
Swap meet 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
No sales before 9:00 AM
For questions email
rachel@chrsradio.org

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CHRS hosts El Cerrito High School
2024-11-13 11:00 - 14:00
CHRS will be hosting the students of El Cerrito High School for a tour and to record on our equipment! If you would like to volunteer to help give tours please contact Kim Brickman. Time is TBD.

kim@chrsradio.org

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San Francisco Audiophile Foundation Holiday Party
2024-12-08 15:00 - 18:00
CHRS reserved for the SFAF Holiday Party.
More information to come.

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CHRS Holiday Party
2024-12-14 11:30 - 13:30
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on December 14, 2024.
The annual CHRS Members Holiday Party is scheduled for December 14. This potluck event will include great food, community, and a general membership update from the Board of Directors. Visit Radio Central and see what’s new.

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3D Printing Demonstration
2025-01-11 13:15 - 14:00
Discover the exciting possibilities of 3D printing in this introductory demonstration. Perfect for beginners, this session will explore the basics of 3D printing technology, including how digital designs are transformed into physical objects. This class will demonstrate a 3D printer, software, materials, and techniques, offering an understanding of the process and its potential applications for CHRS members. Whether you’re simply curious or considering diving into 3D printing yourself, this demonstration is an excellent way to get started. This class is free for members, but please RSVP here or send an email to rachel@chrsradio.org to reserve your space.

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SFAF Presents: Linkwitz Audio & Playback Design Presentation
2025-01-11 15:00 - 17:00
Join us at the California Historical Radio Society building in Alameda, CA, to hear a presentation with Andreas Koch, DSD pioneer and renowned founder of Playback Designs, and Dr. Frank Brenner of Linkwitz Lab.
Andreas and Frank will assemble a super system with a Playback Designs reference digital front end, and the latest Linkwitz Lab LX521.4MG “The Reference” speakers powered with the all analog PowerBox 6pro NCore precision LX521 active crossover and amplifiers.
Will this be the best digital sound you have ever heard?

It should be noted that the same Linkwitz Lab LX521.4MG model that will be used at our event was featured in an article published by The Absolute Sound, “Addressing Issues with Audio Believability: An Experiment”. The experiment seeks to explore issues that can occur along the entire path of the recording chain to your ear/brain.
This in-person event is open to Audiophile Foundation members and the public. Registration is required. This event is limited to 40 seats, so register early to secure your reservation.
Carpooling is recommended.
To anyone who needs a ride or can provide one: Members can visit our Event Rideshare Forum to arrange a ride to the event. Non-members can email Contact@audiophilefoundation.org, and we will put you in touch with other attendees in your area.

Register Today

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Mastic Center Tour
2025-01-13 10:00 - 12:00
Come help docent while the Mastic Seniors take a tour of CHRS. There will be about 40 visitors touring CHRS. Reach out to Rachel, rachel@chrsradio.org or Kim Brickman, kim@chrsradio.org to begin training as a docent or to take a group yourself.

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An Evening with Terry McGovern
2025-01-24 18:00 - 20:00
We are excited to continue our Living History series with Terry McGovern. Terry McGovern is a dynamic and accomplished performer whose career spans radio, television, film, stage, and voice acting. Known for his versatility, Terry began his film career with George Lucas, providing voices for THX1138 and delivering the iconic line “These are not the droids we’re looking for” in Star Wars. He also appeared in American Graffiti and played memorable roles in Mrs. Doubtfire and Nine Months. On television, he was a guest star on popular shows like Cagney and Lacey, Happy Days, and Newhart, and a regular on CBS’s Charlie and Company. As a voice actor, Terry brought to life the beloved character Launchpad McQuack in Disney’s DuckTales and Darkwing Duck, among many other projects. Terry will discuss the devolution of radio, how to appear to be consistently in a good mood for fun and for profit, and surviving Don Sherwood.
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on January 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Terry McGovern. Doors open at 6:00 for light hors d’oeuvres and mingling, then Terry begins at 6:30. There will be time for questions at the end. Donations greatly appreciated.

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Swap Meet and Electronics Sale
2025-02-08 08:00 - 12:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM, sales open at 9:00 AM
2/8/25

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Cataloging Day
2025-02-08 09:00
The Great Room is reserved for collection cataloging.

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Beginners Radio Repair Class
2025-02-08 10:00
**NOTE CHANGE OF TIME TO 10:00 AM**

Reach out to Denny Monticelli at dennis.monticelli@gmail.com to register for the class.
CHRS wants to share our knowledge with you, especially our newer members.

When: Saturday Feb 8, 9AM to 3PM (4PM at the latest). Lunch provided.
Where: The Shop at the Museum, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda

Cost: Free!

Requirements:
1) You must be a paid up member of CHRS.
2) Your coach will contact you ahead of time with some reading material, assessing your experience level and ask you what you hope to get out of the class.
3) You will take and pass a Safety Quiz at the very beginning of class.

What to expect: Have fun! Receive one-on-one instruction on the ins and outs of bringing an All American Five (AA5) radio back to life. Alternatively you may bring your own radio if your coach approves the set as a good training vehicle. Learn about tubes, capacitors, resistors, likely failure modes, replacing parts, and how to properly solder. Learn how to curse when a hot piece of solder splashes on your hand. Your individual coach will tailor the class to fit your needs, your own experience level.

Dennis (Denny) Monticelli
Board Director: Education

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1 on 1 Interview with Don Bleu
2025-02-14 18:00 - 20:00
In 1968, after an early career in Minnesota and North Dakota, the True Don Bleu became a rising star at KDWB, the powerhouse Top 40 station in the Twin Cities, where he entertained listeners for a decade. His success in Minneapolis-St. Paul propelled him to the iconic KHJ in Los Angeles, and in 1980, he made his way to the Bay Area, joining 99.7 KYUU as its morning personality in 1981.
Over the years, Don has earned numerous accolades, including being named National Adult Contemporary Air Personality of the Year twice by Radio & Records Magazine. Beyond radio, he became a familiar face on television, hosting The Gong Show and programs for the Discovery Channel and HGTV. In 1982, he won a Northern California Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Commentary/Analysis for his record review segments on Evening Magazine on KPIX-TV.
Don delighted his listeners as “Bleu in the Morning” on Star 101.3 FM, sharing his signature humor, legendary Bleu-per calls, and infectious energy with fans every morning.
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on February 14, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Don Bleu. Doors open at 6:00 for light hors d’oeuvres and mingling, then the interview begins at 6:30. There will be time for questions at the end.

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Alameda Architectural Preservation Society Tour
2025-02-22 14:00
The Alameda Architectural Preservation Society will be taking a tour of CHRS. Docents needed to help with tours. Additionally, this is a good event for any volunteers who would like to train as docents to come shadow and learn as well as helping with answering questions.

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Beginners Radio Repair Class
2025-03-01 09:00 - 15:00
We will be hosting a beginners radio repair class on 3/1. This class is already full, but if you are interested please reach out to Denny or Rachel.
rachel@chrsradio.org
Dennis.monticelli@gmail.com

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Women in Broadcasting Event- "He Said, She Said: Reality Check"
2025-03-15 11:00 - 13:00
The Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame commemorates Women’s History Month with our second annual women’s program titled, “He Said, She Said: Reality Check.” This year’s event will be held Saturday, March 15th at 11am at Scott’s Seafood Restaurant at Jack London Square in Oakland.

How have women changed the face of broadcasting? How have they navigated a male dominated field in which they had little power and influence and few, if any, advocates. How have women elevated their own progress in radio and TV? Which visionary managers championed women in those early years? And what are the experiences and challenges that women broadcasters face today?

Our panel includes Marcia Brandwynne, who has the distinction of being the first woman to anchor a local TV prime time newscast at KTVU Channel 2 in 1972. Marcia will be joined by decades-long ABC President and General Manager of KGO Radio Newstalk 810, Mickey Luckoff and current top-rated broadcaster, martial artist and cancer survivor Freska (Griarte) of KOIT and KBLX. Our host for the program is longtime TV and radio weather forecaster Roberta Gonzales of KTVU Fox 2 and formerly of KPIX-TV (Channel 5) and KCBS Radio.

Join us Saturday, March 15th for heavy hors d’oeuvres and no-host bar at Scott’s Seafood Restaurant at Jack London Square in Oakland. Mingling and food service begin at 11am. The one-hour program starts at 12pm. Underground parking is available at Jack London Square. The ferry dock is a short walk.

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MG Car Club Tour
2025-03-21 11:30
The MG Car club will be taking a tour of CHRS. This is a good event for any volunteers who would like to train as docents to come shadow and learn as well as helping with answering questions.

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Alameda Point Antiques Faire
2025-04-06 05:00
Join CHRS as we share bluetooth enabled radios with the community.
Reach out to rachel@chrsradio.org or kim@chrsradio.org to do outreach and demonstrate radios at the Faire. We will set up two shifts to do set up and the first half of the day and then the second shift will work the second half of the day and help with break down.

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John Schneider Speaking Event- Radio's First Decade, 1920-1929
2025-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on April 11, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to learn about Radio’s First Decade.
John Schneider will be speaking about Radio’s First Decade, 1920-1929 – How radio broadcasting grew from a hobbyist’s plaything to a nationwide communications and entertainment juggernaut.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. We will have hors d’oeuvres at 6, the talk will begin at 6:30 followed by audience Q&A.
John Schneider (W9FGH) graduated from San Francisco State University in 1972 with a degree in Broadcast Communications. While there, he wrote a thesis about radio broadcasting history, beginning his lifelong efforts of researching and writing on the topic. He worked for several radio stations in Michigan and California before entering the broadcast equipment field. In his 40-year career, he worked for manufacturers Sparta, McMartin and Broadcast Electronics and operated his own distribution company. He retired in 2015 after 7 years promoting HD Radio in Latin America for iBiquity Digital Corporation. John is a CHRS Fellow and winner of the 2010 “Doc Herrold Award”, the author of two broadcast history books (“Bay Area Radio” and “Seattle Radio”) and dozens of magazine articles. He maintains the web site www.theradiohistorian.org. He currently lives in Quincy, Illinois.

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Swap Meet and Electronics Sale
2025-05-03 08:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM, sales open at 9:00 AM

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