Minisode: Get Out of Florida with Chelsea + Catherine

Summary

Dear Chelsea – Minisode: Get Out of Florida with Chelsea + Catherine

Podcast: Dear Chelsea (iHeartPodcasts)
Episode Date: July 3, 2026

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Episode Overview

In this minisode, hosts Chelsea Handler and Catherine Law tackle listeners’ questions with their signature mix of humor and heartfelt advice. The main theme centers on major life transitions and imposter syndrome, as they encourage listeners to embrace change, let go of self-doubt, and trust in their ability to adapt and thrive. The episode focuses primarily on giving advice to a caller considering a big move out of Florida, as well as supporting a newly promoted manager grappling with imposter syndrome.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

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1. Listener Letter: Signs from the Afterlife

(Starts at 04:26)

• Context: A listener named Cindy writes in to share how a previous episode featuring psychic medium Laura Lynn Jackson helped her connect with her late father.
• Catherine reflects on Laura Lynn Jackson’s universal appeal:

  “She is a savior. She just has given us a new way to... She’s just so wonderful, such a soothing, calming presence in my life.” (04:34, Catherine)

• Cindy’s Story:
  • After her father’s passing, Cindy asked for a sign (bright yellow raincoats) and received several such signs, including connections to a Bobby Darin song special to her family.
  • The experience brought comfort and a sense of connection beyond death.
• Chelsea’s reaction:

  “Oh, that’s so beautiful.” (06:42, Chelsea)

• Catherine adds:

  “I love that it was like different ways that he showed her that he was showing up and he was still there.” (06:44, Catherine)

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2. Main Caller: Should I Move to Charlotte?

(Starts at 10:43)

• Caller Kira’s Question:
  • She and her husband (both self-employed, no kids, one large dog) contemplate moving from Tampa, Florida to Charlotte, NC.
  • Kira fears being financially dependent on her husband while rebuilding her personal training business in a new city.
  • She’s nervous the move won’t happen if they don’t act now.

Advice from Chelsea and Catherine

• Chelsea’s immediate advice:

  “You gotta get out of Florida, girl.” (11:51, Chelsea)

  • Both hosts encourage the move, praising Charlotte’s vibrancy and opportunity.

• On financial dependence:

  • Catherine suggests proactive planning and communication:

    “I think it’s a conversation that you have to have about the move.” (14:03, Catherine)

  • Chelsea reassures that temporary dependence can motivate growth:

    “That’s going to be a good motivator for you to build your business when you get to Charlotte.” (12:13, Chelsea)

  • The hosts recommend creating a joint fund for shared expenses, easing the stress of separate finances during the transition.

• On maintaining independence:

  • Catherine: “Go with an open mind that you’ll be willing to take on a couple of people... just until you are ready to have your business be as robust as you imagine it to be.” (13:04, Catherine)

• On growing an online business:

  • Both suggest transitioning some in-person clients to virtual training and using social media to attract new clients locally and beyond.

    “Everyone’s doing that too, for sure. And you can even encourage them by being like, oh, it’ll be like slightly discounted or whatever, you know what I mean?” (16:13, Katherine)

• Encouragement:

  • Chelsea and Katherine offer strong support for taking the leap:

    “Yeah, get to North Carolina. That’s where it’s at.” (16:57, Chelsea) “North Carolina it is.” (16:55, Katherine)

• Memorable moment:

  • Katherine, tongue-in-cheek:

    “My goal is to get everyone to leave Florida.” (17:06, Katherine)

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3. “Shot in the Arm” Question: Manager with Imposter Syndrome

(Starts at 20:39)

• Tara’s Dilemma:
  • Newly promoted manager struggles with self-doubt and imposter syndrome because she lacks a college degree, despite a strong work ethic and good reviews.
• Chelsea’s reassurance:

  “Tara, easily you belong here.” (21:28, Chelsea)

• Catherine reframes the story:

  “I think the biggest misconception is that anyone gives a shit about college or where you went to college once you’re in business. Like, you’re already in the career. All you need is—the proof is in the pudding.” (21:31, Catherine)

  • Shares her own experience of succeeding without a degree, viewing it as an advantage.
• On mental reframing:

  “Whatever negative thought... there is an opposing thought and connotation you can have about it. And that can be positive. You just have to kind of choose that.” (22:30, Catherine)

• Final pep talk:

  “Go with God.” (22:41, Chelsea) “Godspeed.” (22:44, Catherine)

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Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• “She’s given the world... such a soothing, calming presence in my life.” (04:39, Katherine, on Laura Lynn Jackson)
• “I never regretted not getting married, but I always was a little sad that I never got to have that dance with him.” (05:55, Cindy’s email, read by Katherine)
• “You gotta get out of Florida girl.” (11:51, Chelsea Handler)
• “Go with an open mind that you’ll be willing to take on a couple of people... Just until you are ready to have your business be as robust as you imagine it to be.” (13:04, Katherine)
• “How do I wrap my head around being comfortable asking my husband to pay for my ancillary things? Hair, shopping, the stuff that... aren’t necessities.” (13:33, Kira)
• “I think it’s a conversation that you have to have about the move, right?” (14:03, Katherine)
• “North Carolina, it is.” (16:55, Katherine)
• “My goal is to get everyone to leave Florida.” (17:06, Katherine)
• “I think the biggest misconception is that anyone gives a shit about college... once you’re in business... the proof is in the pudding.” (21:31, Katherine)
• “Whatever negative thought... there is an opposing thought and connotation you can have about it. And that can be positive. You just have to kind of choose that.” (22:30, Katherine)

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Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment | |--------------|--------------------------------------------------| | 04:26 | Listener letter on afterlife signs | | 10:43 | Caller Kira: Moving from Florida to Charlotte | | 13:04 | Discussion: Financial independence and planning | | 16:50 | Tips on growing online personal training | | 20:39 | Quick advice: Imposter syndrome |

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Takeaways

• Embrace Change: Don’t let fear hold you back from making a move or pursuing a new life chapter—trust your ability to rebuild and thrive.
• Financial Conversations Matter: Open, honest dialogue about money and planning ahead as a couple can ease transitions.
• Own Your Value: Whether you have a degree or not, your track record, work ethic, and lived experience are proof you belong.
• You’re Not Alone: Feelings like imposter syndrome and doubt are universal, but they don’t define you.

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For advice from Chelsea, write to [e-mail]. Find Chelsea on social media @ChelseaHandler and Katherine on TikTok @LashKadaBra.

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Transcript

[Chelsea Handler]

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[Katherine]

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[Chelsea Handler]

dates for the High and Mighty tour. In June, I will be in Hyannis, Massachusetts and then two shows in Nantucket. In August, you can find me in Red Bank, New Jersey, Montclair, New Jersey and Calgary. That's Canada. In September, I will be in Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York City, Philly and New Haven, Connecticut. October is Atlanta, Baltimore, Saginaw, Michigan, Pittsburgh, Toronto, Boise, Idaho and Spokane. And then in November, I'll be in San Francisco. I'm coming to Salt Lake City, Austin, Houston, Dallas, babies, I'll be there. And then in December, I am closing out my tour in Denver and Vancouver. So get your [e-mail] for the high and Mighty tour.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine. Dougie, come over here. Hi Chelsea.

Come over here, Dougie.

Chelsea, I have this isn't an update from a caller, but it is a letter regarding our Laura Lynn Jackson episode from a listener.

Oh, thank God for Laura Lynn Jackson. She really is savior. She is a savior.

She just has given us a new way to.

Yes, she's given the world. She's just so wonderful, such a soothing, calming presence in my life.

And I also think like the way she talks about the afterlife or what's beyond the veil is very accessible no matter what you believe. Like my dad, I gave him a copy of each of her books a year or two ago when we first had her on and he loved her and he comes from like a very Christian background, but he, he's like this all fits with what I already believe. You know, like this fits with the Christian faith. That fits with people who don't have a fit. You know, it's. It's very accessible, I think, to a lot of people. But Cindy says, I recently listened to Laurelin Jackson on your podcast, and it hit hard. I had no idea I was crying until I got to my office. My dad passed away a few months ago on his 82nd birthday, and so much of what you both talked about resonated with me. I was especially moved to realize I could ask for a sign rather than just wait for one. Over Christmas, I took a little yellow fisherman figurine from my dad's office without knowing why I like to say it chose me. Staring at it, I asked my dad to send me bright yellow raincoats as my sign. That same night, two strangers crossed my path in bright yellow coats.

[Chelsea Handler]

Wow, she says.

[Katherine]

This is New York City. People don't wear yellow. The yellow coat kept coming until it clicked. The song I had added to his Last day playlist was 18 Yellow Roses by Bobby Darin. That was the song he danced with my sisters to at their wedding. I never regretted not getting married, but I always was a little sad that I never got to have that dance with him. I had just told my sisters the whole story and was coming through Penn Station when another yellow coat crossed my path and I had to stop and take a picture. Before all this, I had gotten tickets to the musical just in time. I went for Jonathan Groff, not making the connection to Bobby Darin. In the show, they rework the song a little bit and cut the line that says 18 yellow roses. Will Wilton die someday? But a father's love will never fade. But I still felt it all so deeply. Thank you for hosting Laura Lynn and inspiring this much needed chain of events. Cindy.

[Chelsea Handler]

Oh, that's so beautiful.

[BetterHelp Ad Narrator]

I know.

[Katherine]

I love that it was like different ways that he showed her that he was showing up and he was still there.

[Chelsea Handler]

Here's something wild. Women go through massive changes in their bodies, and somehow we're just expected to deal with it quietly. No roadmap, no real conversation, and definitely no one explaining what's actually happening. And that's why I really like what Vella is doing. They' helping change the conversation around women's health in a way that feels honest, modern, and long overdue. Bringing together science, intimacy, wellness, and the real experience of being in your body. Because it's not just here's a product, it's understanding why things change, how your body evolves. And what you can actually do to feel more connected to yourself again. And I think that matters because when women understand their bodies, they stop feeling confused and start feeling empowered. What Vella is creating feels radical, but honestly, it should have existed a long time ago. Vella, understand your body, Reclaim what's next available now. Visit vellabio.com Listen, I have access to

[Katherine]

the top dermatologists, high end treatments, beauty experts, all of it. But what's interesting in those circles is that the conversation has shifted. Now the talk is about extending the longevity of youthful looks way before more invasive options and the latest science from the Mayo Clinic proceedings plus Stan

[Kira (Caller)]

Only

[Katherine]

do we know now that visible aging happens in bursts. One day you look and feel like yourself and the next, well, no. But we also know that the way our skin looks is a mirror to our overall wellness. That's why people in the industry are talking about Exosomes as the most innovative solution to younger, firmer looking skin. Plated is one of the brands that really stands out. Their Exosome technology has won countless beauty awards as well as innovation awards including Time Best Invention. Plated has over 10 peer reviewed clinical studies data showing remarkable results on real people in just weeks. Plated is clinically proven to reduce the visible signs of aging and deliver younger, brighter and firmer looking skin. This is more than skin care. It's a cosmetic treatment in a bottle. Visit platedskinscience.com let's be honest.

[Chelsea Handler]

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[Devato Ad Narrator]

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[Chelsea Handler]

Do learn about Devato visit devato.com or call 1-877-844-8872.

[Katherine]

Well, our caller today is Kira. So Kira says. My husband and I live in Tampa, Florida. We're both self employed with companies that mostly work for us to live anywhere we'd like. My husband was born and raised in Tampa and hasn't really lived anywhere else. I've lived in several cities up and down the east coast and I'm starting to get the itch to make another move. He's fully on board with this and we've been considering a move to Charlotte, North Carolina. Florida is, well, Florida. The heat and humidity are starting to wear on us and we just want to mix it up. But here we are just a few days from our lease ending and I'm getting cold feet. My biggest hang up is that when I said our businesses mostly work for us to live anywhere. I do get about 50% of my income from in person personal training clients. I'm already financially supported by my husband and this would make me almost entirely dependent on him. We're in our 40s with no kids but we do have 120 pound Great Pyrenees. Ideally I'd like to grow more of my online health coaching services to make this move a bit more confidently, but I'm scared that if we don't pull the trigger now, we just won't ever do it. Thanks so much and can't wait to hear what your take is on this hopefully win win situation. Kira.

[Chelsea Handler]

Hi Kira.

[Kira (Caller)]

Hi.

[Katherine]

Hi.

[Chelsea Handler]

Hi. You gotta get out of Florida girl.

[Katherine]

Even though your tan is lovely.

Yeah, Charlotte's where it's at. Charlotte's.

[Chelsea Handler]

Gorgeous.

[Katherine]

I just came from Charlotte.

[Chelsea Handler]

I had a show there.

[Katherine]

It was really, I mean I've been there a bunch of times. That is a happening, bustling, cool place to be. Durham, Raleigh, Charlotte, that whole area. You're going to like it and you're going to build up a clientele and you're going to do your online thing and you're going to be fine. I Like, that you're concerned about being financially dependent on your husband. But like, that's going to be a good motivator for you to build your business when you get to Charlotte. Yeah, I see. There's so many new people. Just think of it this way. There are so many new people moving to Charlotte in the same way that you're moving to Charlotte that there is such an appetite for your business. Like, you already have a built in like, influx of people coming your way. Think of it that way.

Yeah. And Charlie's like, it's so young and vibrant and like there's great restaurants, things

to do and you want to personally train while you build your online presence.

[Chelsea Handler]

Right.

[Katherine]

You said you want to continue personal training.

[Kira (Caller)]

Ideally, most of my. I would like for my business to mostly be entirely online with a handful of. I reserve my, my in person time for the people that I really and truly love and want to spend my time with.

[Katherine]

Yeah, that's what my trainer Ben says. He has like five clients he sees these days. Yeah, but I understand that. But yeah. Well, then until you have it where you want it, your online business, I think go with an open mind that. So that you're not so financially dependent on your husband. Like, go with an open mind that you will be willing to take on a couple of people, you know, a few clients a couple times a week. Just until you are ready to have your business be as robust as you imagine it to be.

[Kira (Caller)]

So then if we were to make this move in three months, and I spend six months, eight months, however long, working my way up to being more financially stable on my own, how do I wrap my head around being comfortable asking my husband to pay for my ancillary things? Hair, you know, shopping, the stuff that, you know, aren't necessities.

[Katherine]

Do you guys not have combined finances? You have like separate finances?

[Kira (Caller)]

We have separate.

[Katherine]

Okay.

Well, I think it's a conversation that you have to have about the move. Right? Like, have you had any financial conversations about moving?

[Kira (Caller)]

We definitely have. It's just, it's a personal thing for me. He has never held anything over my head. He has never made me feel feel bad. He's always been very supportive of me. But it's a personal thing where I just feel more comfortable being a little bit more financially independent.

[Katherine]

Sure, sure.

[Chelsea Handler]

Yeah.

[Katherine]

One way that you guys could do this is to like, if you have totally separate finances, one way that you could do it is to have like basically a, like housing needs fund, like a third fund where you both put a percentage in every Month. And, you know, after the move, it's going to be mostly him for a while. But I mean, personal maintenance and that kind of stuff like that is also, like, that is a need, right? That's like something that both of you need. It's not like you're going out and like spending a bunch of money on jewelry or clothes or whatever. It's like something that you actually need. So that would be a conversation to maybe have about, like, maybe we have a third fund for, for the time being. And like, as we go on, we both put the same percentage of our income into it and so that, like, it evens out more over time.

And I do think that, like, since you are so headstrong about it and not being reliant on him, like, I think you should commit to picking up your business and starting it in Charlotte. Like, when you get there, even planning ahead in certain ways and reaching out to different gyms or wherever, you can kind of work people out or, you know, figuring out ways to actually make money when you get there. Until that, until you have the online business that you envision, you know, just don't throw that away just because, like, you have an option to work. That's your work. That's what you do. So even though that you might not want to be doing that, like, you know, forever, full time, I think for this period of time, look at it as like an incremental period of time where you are going to continue to do it until you get your business online working the way you want it.

[Kira (Caller)]

Yeah, be a little bit more proactive and then also see what clients can come with me on Zoom as well.

[Katherine]

Right? Yeah, absolutely.

Everyone's doing that too, for sure.

And you can even encourage them by being like, oh, it'll be like slightly discounted or whatever, you know what I mean?

[Chelsea Handler]

But be proactive.

[Katherine]

Look in that area, like, where would you want to, you know, set up? Like, are you going to be able to set up a gym where you're going to have people come and train with you at your house? Or do you want to go and pay A gym? How do you reach out to that community? Is there something you can start doing online, social media wise, to attract clientele or even clientele from. If, you know, if you're talking about Zooms, you can make that like a wider berth, you know, and cast a wider net. That could be domestically, that could be internationally, that could be whatever you want it to be.

Does this all feel good? This feels like you've got marching orders and inspo for your. For your move.

North Carolina it is.

Yeah.

[Chelsea Handler]

Yeah, get to North Carolina. That's where it's at.

[Kira (Caller)]

Yeah. Awesome. Thank you guys so much.

[Katherine]

Bye.

[Kira (Caller)]

Bye.

[Katherine]

My goal is to get everyone to leave Florida.

Well, it's working for Kara.

[Chelsea Handler]

Okay, can we talk about how women's bodies change? And somehow no one ever gives us a manual? That's exactly why Vella exists. They're helping women understand what's actually happening in their bodies and giving them real tools to take control of it without confusion or silence. Because these changes are normal, but they're rarely explained in a real supportive way. And honestly, I'm. That feels long overdue. Bella, understand your body. Reclaim what's next? Available now. Visit vellabio.com Listen, I have access to

[Katherine]

the top dermatologists, high end treatments, beauty experts, all of it. But what's interesting in those circles is that the conversation has shifted. Now the talk is about extending the longevity of youthful looks way before more invasive options and the latest science from the Mayo Clinic Proceedings plus Stanford University. Not only do we know now that visible ag happens in bursts. One day you look and feel like yourself and the next, well, no. But we also know that the way our skin looks is a mirror to our overall wellness. That's why people in the industry are talking about Exosomes as the most innovative solution to younger, firmer looking skin. Plated is one of the brands that really stands out. Their Exosome technology has won countless beauty awards as well as innovation awards including Time Best invention. Plated has over 10 peer reviewed clinical studies data showing remarkable results on real people in just weeks. Plated is clinically proven to reduce the visible signs of aging and deliver younger, brighter and firmer looking skin. This is more than skin care. It's a cosmetic treatment in a bottle. Visit plated skinscience.com let's be honest.

[Chelsea Handler]

Most dogs are eating ultra processed food every day and we just accept it. Doug eats just food for dogs. Real 100% human grade food. And the number one vet recommended fresh dog food. And yes, the difference is obvious. Better digestion, more energy, way more excitement about dinner. If your dog deserves better and they do, just try it. Go to justfoodfordogs.com and get 50% off your first order. No code needed. This ad is brought to you by Vive Healthcare, the makers of Devato Dolutegravir lamivudine. Living with HIV do learn about Divato. Divato is a complete HIV treatment by prescription only for some people 12 and older. Your doctor will determine if Devato is right for you, no other complete HIV pill contains fewer medicines than Dovato. Most HIV pills contain three or four medicines. Divato is as effective with two medicines.

[Devato Ad Narrator]

It is unknown if Dovato is safe and effective if you have HIV and hepatitis B if you have Hep B. Don't stop Dovato without talking to your doctor as it may get worse or harder to treat. Don't take Dovato if you're allergic to its ingredients or taking dofetilide due to serious or life threatening side effects. If you have a rash or allergic reaction symptoms, stop Dovato and get medical help right away. Other serious or life threatening side effects include severe liver problems and lactic acid buildup. If you're female or obese, you may be more at risk. Tell your doctor about your medicines or supplements, medical conditions, liver or kidney problems, pregnancy, breastfeeding or planned pregnancy.

[Chelsea Handler]

Do learn about Devado. Visit devato.com or call 1-877-8448-872 okay, so

[Katherine]

our last little question here, and I think this is a quickie. She just needs a shot in the arm. Tara says Dear Chelsea, I was recently promoted to manager and while I'm proud of the accomplishment of I've been struggling with major imposter syndrome. I've always been known for my strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly. In every job I've had. I'm somehow the go to person and the one people rely on. But despite all that, imposter syndrome keeps creeping in the root of my insecurity. I don't have a college degree. I earned plenty of credits but never finished. I work for a large company and it's possible that many people around me don't know I'm a college dropout. I consistently receive exceeds expectations on my performance reviews and my colleagues see sing my praises. But I still worry that one day I'll be found out. How do I silence these negative thoughts and truly believe that I belong here even without a degree hanging on my wall?

[Chelsea Handler]

Tara easily you belong here.

[Katherine]

I think the biggest misconception is that anyone gives a about college or where you went to college once you're in business like you're already in the career. Like that's all you need is like the proof is in the pudding.

Not only in the career, but like this imposter syndrome. Everyone feels this way. We hear about this all day long, every day, every career. It doesn't matter what you are, like it's you belong there, you're there, you belong there. Like, it's not. Has nothing to do with like that. That's an old fashioned, like, lens to look at things about your education and how you got there. I never went to college either, and I'm exactly. Not that you need to for what I do, but like, it doesn't bother me. That's an advantage, actually, because I've lived more life, you know what I mean? I lived those four years where I would have been studying and I acted as an adult, like independent on my own. So you can just, you just have to change the filter with which you look through things and the lens with which you look through things and look at things as successful rather than as a detriment. Like, this is an advantage, not a disadvantage.

Yeah.

So whatever negative thought you have or kind of connotation you have about something, there is an opposing thought and connotation you can have about it. And that can be positive. You just have to kind of choose that.

Yeah. All right, Tara, go with God.

[Chelsea Handler]

Godspeed.

[Katherine]

If you want advice from Chelsea, write in to dearchelsea podcastmail.com Dear Chelsea is a production of I Heart Media. Follow Chelsea on All socials Chelsea Handler and find Katherine on TikTok LashKadaBra. Dear Chelsea is edited and engineered by Brandon Dickert Executive producer Kathryn Law. Find full video episodes and minisodes now on Netflix and get tickets to see Chelsea live@chelsea handler.com okay, can we talk

[Chelsea Handler]

about how women's bodies change? And somehow no one ever gives us a manual? That's exactly why Vella exists. They're helping women understand what's actually happening in their bodies and giving them real tools to take control of it without confusion or silence. Because these changes are normal, but they're rarely explained in a real supportive way. And honestly, that feels long overdue. Bella, understand your body. Reclaim what's next. Available now. Visit vellabio.com Listen, I have access to

[Katherine]

the top dermatologists, high end treatments, beauty experts, all of it. But what's interesting in those circles is that the conversation has shifted. Now the talk is about extending the longevity of youthful looks way before more invasive options. And the latest science from the Mayo Clinic Proceedings plus Stanford University. Not only do we know now that visible aging happens in bursts, one day you look and feel like yourself, and the next, well, no. But we also know that the way our skin looks is a mirror to our overall wellness. That's why people in the industry are talking about exosomes as the most innovative solution to younger, firmer looking. Skin plated is one of the brands that really stands out. Their exosome technology has won countless beauty awards as well as innovation awards including Time Best Invention. Plated has over 10 peer reviewed clinical studies data showing remarkable results on real people in just weeks. Plated is clinically proven to reduce the visible signs of aging and deliver younger, brighter and firmer looking skin. This is more than skin care. It's a cosmetic treatment in a bottle. Visit platedskinscience.com you want to advance your

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