Moving Along

Belinda Coker (SoulTreader.com), a New Zealand-born Australian currently based in the UK, redefined her life through hiking and travel. Her mission is to get women over 50 outdoors and into the wilderness. 

Belinda recounts early solo overland travel through Southeast Asia and India, volunteering on a solar power project in Ladakh, later working in Japan, and eventually entering corporate life and raising three children. 

During the 2020 pandemic she realized she’d lost her adventurous self, bought hiking boots, joined a Meetup hike with very fit older hikers, and committed to maintaining health and adventure while advocating for trail safety, proper gear, and group hiking. 

She describes a recent near-hypothermia incident on the Canary Islands GR131 when unexpected cold rain and cloud cover forced an emergency exit. She also discusses Europe’s hut-to-hut culture versus wild camping, New Zealand’s extensive trails and huts, and her post-corporate house-sitting work via The House Sitting Collective, including a listener discount code HSTRAVEL.

00:00 Moving Along - ep. 36 - Belinda Coker

00:21 Introduction to Belinda Coker

03:08 The Big OE - Overseas Experience - from Tauranga, New Zealand

06:07 India and Volunteering on the Solar Power Project in Ladakh

06:50 From India Home to Australia

08:04 Look in the Mirror

09:37 One Hike Was All It Took

11:25 Hiking: Where to Start 

13:24 Buying Your First Pair of Hiking Boots

14:46 Near-Death Experience in the Canary Islands

21:10 Free Resource about Safety for Hikers

22:05 Hut-to-Hut, Inn-to-Inn Hiking

23:43 Hut Culture

25:06 Getting into the Wilderness for Women

27:13  House-Sitting

31:56 Benefits of House-Sitting

34:36 The House Sitting Collective - Special Promo Code for Listeners

Contact Belinda Coker:

Soul Treader – Belinda’s website

https://soultreader.com/

https://soultreader.com/hike-it-right/

(Hike It Right. - Free Resource  - 78 Pages of Health, Safety & Hygiene on the Trail)

The House Sitting Collective

https://housesittingcollective.com/

Discount Code for 10% off all House Sitting Courses  - HSTRAVEL

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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Artist David Deighton was born in Paris and began traveling Europe and the world at age 14. After years of nomadic exploration, he and his wife decided to settle down in Santa Fe in the Southwest United States. 

He installs his unconventional “art experiment,” called Triptych Dialogue, in national parks across the United States and beyond. It is part of his mission to rekindle social connections face-to-face, to seek civility and to resist the digital echo chamber. 

In fact, he first tried the experiment of bridging the political divide using social media. Not only was it an uncivil arena, he was “shadow banned” and even received death threats from across the boundaries he was trying to cross. 

That’s when he knew the only way to find common ground was through words, and in person, by asking three questions and listening. He admits that even starting the conversations is not easy, even with the tool of a microphone in hand. 

Each conversation ends with a question about “one word” that represents and encapsulates the participant’s thoughts in the interview. It is these words that form a kind of lyrical underpinning to the videos and to the project itself. 

David posts videos on YouTube of his interactions with strangers at the Triptych Dialogue art installations. At the national parks, David asks his three questions of Americans visiting and tourists from around the world, who are drawn to the beauty of the national parks, particularly the Grand Canyon.

Fans of the New Mexico landscape will appreciate David’s ventures to Pecos National Historical Park, White Sands National Park, Carlsbad Caverns and even the Roswell Courthouse. 

David also substitute teaches in the Santa Fe public school system and discusses his successful use of the same technique--three questions followed by the "one word" capper--with his students. 

When we spoke, David was on his way to Colombia to take the Triptych Dialogue art experiment to another continent and see what civility he could find there. 

To see the yearlong social media experiment David ran, check out Triptych Dialogue on Instagram:

instagram.com/triptych_dialogue

To see the ongoing Triptych Dialogue videos, check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@triptych-dialogue

More about Servas: https://servas.org/

Contact David Deighton

YouTube: 

https://www.youtube.com/@triptych-dialogue

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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Renae Ninneman, founder of Beyond Tourism (goingbeyondtourism.com), helps travelers prepare culturally for international travel and moving abroad.  

Born in a Dutch enclave in western Michigan, Renae explains how living in Seoul, South Korea for a year teaching English without cultural preparation led her to focus on “below the iceberg” cultural expectations. Travelers often dismiss discomfort as “it’s the culture,” Renae says, instead of naming and exploring what’s happening and seeking a human connection. Stereotyping and ethnocentrism often play a role.  

Renae contrasts differing expressions of kindness and friendliness in the U.S. compared with Germany and Latvia, and direct versus indirect communication, describing her approach as a mix of research and experience. She earned certification in the Cultural Intelligence Model (with four CQ dimensions, including CQ strategy for preparation and in-the-moment awareness and follow-up reflection).  

The conversation touches on travel for missionary work, her parents’ initial opposition to South Korea and their later visits. She advises travelers to start with self-reflection on their own cultural values, then identify differences in others and, finally, to adapt behavior, noting that “kindness” does not always translate across cultures.

Renae shares some revealing stories of her own learning process, including a humiliating workplace gaff while she was working in the U.S. on refugee resettlement and the damage her collegial relationship suffered because of it.  

Nearly arrested for jaywalking, she recounts a frightening incident in South Korea where she was confronted by a stranger, police were called, and she narrowly escaped what could have been a dire situation.  

Timestamps

00:00 Moving Along  

00:35 Introduction to Renae Ninneman

01:00 Beyond Tourism

02:16 Teaching English in South Korea

04:06 Cross-Cultural Disconnects

08:42 The Cultural Intelligence Model - Cultural Intelligence as a Skill  

10:58 Cultural Intelligence Skills for Business Travel

12:25 Growing Up in Western Michigan's Dutch Community

14:38 Learning the Language

15:32  Cross-Cultural Competence and the Most Humiliating Moment

20:11 When Being Direct Has Its Advantages

20:57 Direct and Indirect Communication Styles

22:45 Where to Start When Preparing to Travel or Move to Another Country

27:16  Kindness as a Universal Language?

29:22 Almost Arrested in Korea

35:15 Contact Renae and Going Beyond Tourism

Resources

Beyond Tourism

https://goingbeyondtourism.com

The Cultural Intelligence Center, https://culturalq.com/  

The Culture Factor Group, Helsinki, https://www.theculturefactor.com/  

Geert Hofstede (1928 – 2020), https://geerthofstede.com/  

Erin Meyer, The Culture Map

David Livermore, Digital and Divided

Contract Renae Ninneman, founder of Beyond Tourism:  

[email protected]  

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

LINKS:

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In this episode of Moving Along, Christi Cassidy interviews Scott Kirk, CEO and founder of Visas.pt, a company that assists people looking to move to Portugal with visa and immigration services. Scott discusses the exponential growth of their online community, which includes 2.4 million monthly visitors to their Facebook groups, including Moving to Portugal and Living in Portugal.

Contrary to popular belief, Portugal is not becoming overrun with Americans moving to Portugal, and Scott offers words of wisdom for respecting the Portuguese culture and ways to fit in.  

The conversation delves into Scott's own adventurous background stemming from his family's travel history, leading to his extensive global travels and eventual settlement in Portugal.  

Scott also provides detailed insights into the process and nuances involved in moving to Portugal, addressing various visa types for retirees, digital nomads, entrepreneurs and others, economic considerations, real estate market dynamics and scams to watch out for.  

Often called the “Gateway to Europe,” Portugal is a welcoming country and gay-friendly. Still, Scott emphasizes the importance of responsible immigration and cultural integration.  

Scott offers practical advice for those considering relocating and details the pathway to dual citizenship, currently a five-year process that may soon become a 10-year process. The discussion highlights not only the challenges and benefits of moving to Portugal but also Scott's personal motivations and experiences that shaped his journey.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Scott Kirk

02:35 Island Boy in Victoria, British Columbia

04:05 Digital Nomad in Remote Brazil

06:28 Why Portugal?

08:47 Founding Visas.pt

11:38 Is Portugal Getting More Expensive?

13:05 Prato do Dia - Plate of the Day

14:49 Beach Life

15:53 Blue Flag Beaches in Portugal

17:48 Gateway to Europe

20:04 Requirements for Retiring to Portugal on a D7 Visa

22:29 Healthcare in Portugal

24:08 Cost of Living in Portugal

24:32 Buying a Place in Portugal

27:09 Schengren Shuffle

27:55 The Golden Visa

28:33 Requirements for the Pathway to Dual Citizenship in Portugal

31:11 Rainbow Connection: Gay-Friendly Portugal

32:20 Taxes in Portugal

32:58 Non-Retirement Visa Options for Portugal

34:12 Starting a Business in Portugal - The D2 Visa  

34:41 Visas for Highly Qualified Skilled Individuals and Students

36:04 Digital Nomads in Portugal

37:06 Scams to Beware of in Coming to Portugal

41:32 Mistakes People Make in Emigrating to Portugal

Resources

https://visas.pt

https://rainbowconnection.pt

Living in Portugal Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/expatsinportugalqa

Moving to Portugal Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/movingtoportugal2.0

For a free consultation and to contact Scott Kirk: https://visas.pt/contact.php 

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

LINKS:

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Dr. Jeffrey Barnes, also known as Dr. Disneyland, delves into the enchanting history and life lessons of Walt Disney. Dr. Barnes, an author and professor, shares his unique experiences growing up as a military child, his transformative journey to Disneyland and his eventual deep dive into Walt Disney’s remarkable story of resilience and creativity.  

Author of The Wisdom of Walt and Life Lessons from Walt, Dr. Barnes muses on the evolution of Disney parks, the impact of storytelling and the current business challenges and strategies of the Disney brand.  

He is blunt in his assessment of the Jimmy Kimmel incident with ABC and Disney+ and doesn’t shy away from discussing Disney’s corporate leadership and post-pandemic pricing strategies. “Not consumer-friendly, not family-friendly,” he says.  

Dr. Barnes also shares personal anecdotes and powerful insights on creativity, overcoming obstacles and the enduring magic of Disney that continues to inspire generations. Tune in to explore the rich tapestry of Disney's legacy and how its lessons can be applied in everyday life.

Books by Dr. Jeffrey Barnes

The Wisdom of Walt

Life Lessons from Walt

Contact Jeff Barnes and find links to buy his books at his website: https://thewisdomofwalt.com

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Disneyland

04:02 Memorable Family Vacations - The Land of Oz and Disney World

05:21 Loving Disney World and the Comedown on First Visit to Disneyland

07:29 Walt's Story

10:37 Reinterpreting Disney World as an Adult

14:20 Bucket List Disney Parks Around the World

14:57 How Jeff Likes to Travel

16:29 How did the book come to be?

18:59 Diagnosed with life-threatening brain tumor

21:37 Second Brain Tumor

22:11 Is Disney for the Wealthy Only?

24:52 Post-Pandemic Pricing at Disney

25:40 Disney Corporate Leadership

27:38 Disney, Bob Iger and Jimmy Kimmel

31:11 Disney as Reflection of American Society Through the Decades

38:53 Roy Disney and Financial Restraints

41:32 Advice for Visiting Disney the First Time

43:49 How the Magic Is Made

45:27 Leadership Lessons from Walt

47:27 Consulting at Disney

Places Mentioned

Disneyland

Disney World

Storybook Mansion  

Riverside, California

Florida Panhandle

Orlando, Florida

Boone, North Carolina

Kansas City

Los Angeles

Griffith Park

Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disney Seas

Disneyland Paris

Euro Disney

Glendale

Fort Huachuca

Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

St. Petersburg, Florida

Marceline, Missouri

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

LINKS:

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Sylvina Lanusse, a mixed-media artist and host of Walking for Inspiration, takes us on an engaging journey across continents and through the layers of her rich artistic process. From the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires to the tranquil shores of Vancouver Island, Sylvina has woven her love for the ocean and nature's elements into every piece of art she creates. Her recent Italian adventure adds yet another color to her palette, as she shares how the Vatican's marble floors sparked her creativity. Sylvina's story is not just about art, but about the emotional landscapes of migration, the bittersweet nature of farewells and the surprising connections formed along the way.

In this episode, we also explore the poignant themes of immigration and belonging. Sylvina opens up about how a generous benefactor changed the trajectory of her life, enabling her to study abroad and refine her artistic voice. We delve into the heartache of losing her parents, of losing her canine companion Polo and the intricate feeling of having multiple homes across the world. Art emerges as a sanctuary for Sylvina, a space where creativity transcends geographical borders and offers solace amid life's upheavals.  

Silvina reflects on how the spontaneity of migration has shaped her path, leading her to find stability and opportunity in Canada—it’s a story of resilience, creativity and connection.

CHAPTERS 

[00:00:34] Introduction to Silvina Lanusse

[00:02:11]  Early Life and Family Background

[00:04:31]  Beach Memories and Sensory Experiences

[00:07:51]  Walking for Inspiration and Artistic Sensitivity

[00:09:58]  Travel Adventures and Cultural Connections

[00:15:45]  Benefactor's Support and Artistic Journey

[00:19:41]  Finding Community Through Art

[00:22:11]  The Art Is My Lifeline

[00:26:26]  The Bond with Polo

[00:28:14]  Coping with Loss

[00:29:30]  Walking for Inspiration

[00:31:10]  Shaped by Migration

[00:34:38]  Choosing Canada Over the U.S.

[00:37:35]  Embracing the Artist's Life

[00:39:09]  Reflections on Immigration

[00:42:56]  Connecting with Silvina

Contact Silvina: @silvinalanusseart  

Website: https://www.silvinalanusseart.ca/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silvinalanusseart/  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silvinalanusseart  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@silvinalanusseart  

Walking for Inspiration – Silvina's video podcast on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@silvinalanusseart 

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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Chip Walter, celebrated science journalist and author, National Geographic documentary filmmaker and former CNN bureau chief, embarked on an awe-inspiring journey with his wife, Cyndy, crafting a once-in-a-lifetime global expedition amid the turbulence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 720 days, they achieved the extraordinary feat of traveling around the world sans jets, spanning 125,000 miles across six continents and 41 countries through a medley of transportation modes, including buses, ferries and even camels. Chip shares tales from his adventurous childhood in Pittsburgh, where his curiosity and love for exploration first took root, and how these passions eventually led him to a career in journalism.

Selling their home to embrace a nomadic lifestyle, Chip and Cyndy’s odyssey began in Newfoundland and took them through diverse landscapes, from the American West to Baja, to Santa’s Workshop in Finland and the deserts of Morocco, to Egypt, South America and on to Antarctica. What began as a fluke is now a comprehensive chronicle in 37 journals and a blog, Vagabond Adventure (vagabond-adventure.com), filled with videos, photos, postcards and near-daily posts. These experiences serve not just as travel logs but as reflections on the pressing issues of our time, such as climate change. A firm believer in the power of storytelling, Chip brings to light the urgency for advocacy and action.

Travel, in its purest form, serves as a transformative force, a theme Chip passionately elaborates. Immersing themselves in varied cultures and societies over two years, Chip and Cyndy discovered the profound ability of travel to break down racial barriers, expand one’s worldview and instill humility. Chip articulates with vivid anecdotes how true engagement with the world cultivates not only appreciation but also a deeper understanding of humanity. This episode promises to inspire listeners to step out of their comfort zones and explore the tapestry of unfamiliar cultures, enriching lives while making us more interesting and compassionate individuals.

Chip’s blog:

https://vagabond-adventure.com/

Find out where Chip and Cyndy are now at Polar Steps:

https://www.polarsteps.com/

Chip's books and more:

https://chipwalter.com/ 

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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Paul Island and Benef Verell, two co-hosts of the travel podcast Rhythm & Roam, share their stories about travel, relocation and how they came to start their own podcast with their friend Trecia Cooke.  

How did Paul and Benef get the travel bug? Benef recounts her Midwest upbringing and how family trips, mostly within the region, laid the groundwork for her future wanderlust. It wasn't until she joined the military, in an unexpected journey to West Point, that her travel experiences truly expanded, igniting a lifelong passion for exploring new places. Similarly, Paul reflects on his childhood travels that were mostly confined to the New York tri-state area and Florida.  

From there we explore the intricate ways in which family, culture and unexpected paths influence travel and career choices. Paul recalls how his older sister's dreams of London inspired further exploration and a career in the military, expanding his own travel horizons. We touch on the cultural roots that influence aspirations, such as Paul’s Jamaican and British connections, and Benef’s Afghan roots. The conversation offers insights into the interplay of family influences, cultural backgrounds, and how these elements shape unexpected life paths.

The conversation turns to the impact of cultural diversity and identity on travel experiences. Benef and Paul share their encounters with stereotypes, “traveling while Black and biracial,” and the cultural expectations they’ve confronted while traveling and living abroad.  

Laced with humor and canny insights, their stories highlight the importance of understanding and adapting to cultural differences, the benefits of solo travel and the unique travel styles that lead to memorable journeys. 

LINKS

Rhythm & Roam

https://rhythmandroam.com/

Ireland episode with Paul and Benef

https://rhythmandroam.com/episode/the-ireland-trip-that-made-us-question-everything

Passport Knuckle Ride: Staying Sane While Traveling in a Crazy World (Pocket Travel Guide)

https://rhythmandroam.com/book

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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Sailing the world. It’s the adventure of a lifetime for Alison Gieschen, who has been sailing the high seas with her husband, Dan, since selling their New Jersey farm in 2017. Together they have traveled to 47 countries and four continents aboard their 43-foot sailboat, Equus. 

Alison Gieschen shares her journey from growing up in upstate New York and moving to North Carolina, to becoming an avid sailor inspired by early family vacations in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She recounts her serendipitous meeting with her husband, Dan, a three-time national sailing champion and Merchant Marine, and their decision to sail around the world. 

Throughout the podcast, Alison details their blue water sailing adventures, including their unexpected but fortuitous stop at the Galapagos Islands and their many challenges at sea. She also touches upon her emotional struggles, such as overcoming PTSD from a severe storm during their early voyages, and the significant role that fate and mentorship played in her sailing journey. 

Alison reflects on her sustained love for horses, drawing parallels between her past in competitive horseback riding and her current life aboard Equus. Alison recounts memorable destinations like the Azores—where a chance walk to town leads to a singular encounter with a cheesemonger—and Ireland, where she and Dan ended up housesitting in a Downton Abbey recreation on Bantry Bay during COVID. Throughout her travels, she is continually surprised and thrilled at the kindness of strangers. 

Additionally, Alison discusses the environmental and humanitarian issues associated with Chinese fishing fleets, emphasizing the need for awareness and action regarding their harmful practices.

Places mentioned in this episode:

Rhinebeck, NY

Red Hook, NY

Boston

U.S. Virgin Islands

New Jersey

New Bern, NC

Charlotte, NC

Tahiti, French Polynesia

Hiva Oa, Marquises, French Polynesia

Azores

Panama

Galapagos Islands

The Pacific Ocean

The Atlantic Ocean

Ireland

Bantry Bay, Ireland

St. Martin

Bermuda

More about the Chinese fishing boats:

Chinese fishing boats and forced labor, report from Al Jazeera English, Jun 20, 2024

Books by Alison include Riding the Waves of Reality, the nonfiction chronicle of their first four years of blue water sailing aboard Equus.

Alison's other books can also be found on Amazon. These are not affiliate links, just so you know. 

Connect with Alison and Dan:

Sailmates.org

Instagram: @sailmates_on_equus

Facebook: Alison Gieschen

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

LINKS:

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In this episode of Moving Along, host Christi Cassidy interviews Barry Maughan, a former chief of English to Africa for the Voice of America and the author of Beneath the African Sun (Outback, 2025). Barry shares his memoir and travelogue of living in Ethiopia during the early 1970s and his extensive journey with his wife, Suzanne, from Egypt to South Africa in a VW Combi camper bus named Bridget. The discussion also delves into his nearly 25-year career in Washington, D.C., his childhood in Australia, and the serendipitous events that shaped his life and travels. They explore the power of serendipity, the importance of embracing opportunities, and the value of travel (especially for children) in broadening one's perspective. Barry reflects on his significant journalistic experiences, including covering the fall of Emperor Haile Selassie and the devastating famine in Ethiopia, and his heartfelt insights on race, class and the role of family in African cultures. The conversation further touches on the vital role of the Voice of America in Africa and his concerns about its recent dismantling.

Bio

Barry Maughan is a lifelong writer and was an international broadcaster and journalist for more than forty years. During that time, he plied his trade on four continents, including stops in Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the United States. His major news coverages included the coup that overthrew Emperor Haile Selassie in September 1974, and the devastating drought and subsequent famine in Ethiopia’s northern province of Wollo. The last 24 years of his career were spent at the Voice of America in Washington, D.C., where he retired as chief of the English to Africa service. Since his retirement, Barry has kept busy writing about his extensive travels and life experiences. Find out more and contact Barry: https://barrymaughan.com

00:36 Introduction to Barry Maughan

01:46 Barry's Early Life and Love for Travel

08:07 The Serendipitous Meeting in Egypt

10:01 Exploring Egypt and Heading South

17:40 Life and Work in Ethiopia

23:35 Challenges and Adventures in Africa

28:35 Navigating Language Barriers in Ethiopia

28:56 The Petrol Station Dilemma

31:03 Travel Adventures in Kenya

32:43 Cultural Insights and Family Values in Africa

39:34 The Voice of America

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: [email protected]

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from Descript and Claude.ai.

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