Best Wscr Am Podcasts (2023)

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Kathy Mattea 29:49

5h ago29:49

29:49

In this conversation with Kathy she shares a little about her European tour, the stories behind some of her biggest songs, along with her journey as an artist and it shaped her.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Lee Greenwood 19:13

7d ago19:13

19:13

In this conversation Lee tells us all about working with his producer Jimmy Bowen, some of his favorite songs from the album he was working on, along with some of the sentimental value of his song "God Bless The U.S.A." and how deeply he feels about it.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Crystal Gayle 21:21

14d ago21:21

21:21

In this conversation with Crystal she shares the importance of her family in her life, a little bit on her relationship with her sister Loretta, and shares with us the production process for some of her songs.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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T. Graham Brown 15:24

21d ago15:24

15:24

Here in this conversation with T. Graham we learn about his start as an artist, his musical influences growing up, along with one of his biggest influences in his career, and his belief in persistence.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Barbara Gaines and Rick Kogan 45:01

24d ago45:01

45:01

Arts in Chicago: Remaining Relevant Barbara Gaines, founder and recently retired Artistic Director of Chicago Shakespeare Theater, has been instrumental in bringing outstanding stage productions to Chicago for 37 years. Beginning in 1986, with an inaugural performance on a pub’s roof top in Lincoln Park, Barbara's creativity, intelligence and hard …

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Ronnie Milsap 50:29

28d ago50:29

50:29

In this conversation with Ronnie he tells us a little about how he gets his #1 songs, his focus on capturing a song correctly, his feelings on Chet Atkins, along with his experience communicating with the sighted world.By Lee Arnold

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Fr. Michael Pfleger 47:41

1M ago47:41

47:41

Violence in Chicago - Do We Want a Solution or a Band-Aid? Father Michael Pfleger of St. Sabina parish has long been an impassioned voice against injustice in its many forms in our city and our nation. He will address what Chicago must do to stem the tide of gun violence that so stubbornly afflicts our city. Father Pfleger has consistently spoken o…

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Gene Watson 20:07

1M ago20:07

20:07

In this conversation with Gene he tells us the importance of keeping traditional country alive, talks about how his fans motivate him, some stories behind a few of his biggest songs, and even a little about his hobby working on cars.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Randy Travis 46:29

1M ago46:29

46:29

This weeks conversation features Randy Travis he talks about the process he went through working with some of his music idols, how he likes to relieve his stress, his thoughts on the cultural flow of country music, along with the type of role model he wants to be.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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K.T. Oslin 47:57

2M ago47:57

47:57

In this conversation with K.T. we get personal with her career goals, her approach to writing songs, thoughts on the relationship between men and women, along with stories about her biggest hits.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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John Anderson 18:56

2M ago18:56

18:56

In this episode John shares a little bit of his musical influences with us, some stories behind some of his favorite songs, along with his thoughts on his legacy as an artist.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Faron Young 22:43

2M ago22:43

22:43

In this conversation with the "Singing Sheriff" we get his opinion on coming up in country music today, he tells us about the people that helped him along the way, along with his highest points in country music.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Ray Price 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

In this conversation with the beloved singer Ray Price he tells us about his relationship with Hank Williams, his return to country music, and tells us about his feelings on his controversy along with his wishes for his career.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Clint Black 31:22

4M ago31:22

31:22

In this episode with Clint Black talks about his excitement and surprise around his music nominations and accolades, gives some incite into the difficulty of songwriting, he mentions the relationship he has with his peers, and he even shares some personal thoughts.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Mike Mulligan: Co-host of the Mully and Haugh show on WSCR 670-AM 43:05

5M ago43:05

43:05

Sports in our changing culture: Why we still lavish faith, hope, and love on America’s second religion Certain questions in sports have more serious ramifications than the ever-popular “How ‘bout dem Bears?” Consider the meteoric rise of sports gambling, or the now acknowledged risk of severe brain injuries in football. Not to mention the middle cl…

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Charlie Daniels 19:58

5M ago19:58

19:58

In this conversation with the legendary country star Charlie tells us a little about the struggles of touring, his thoughts on the roots of Southern Rock, also his thoughts on the state of the music industry and country music especially.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Rodney Crowell 23:37

5M ago23:37

23:37

In this episode with the dynamic country star Rodney discusses winning his first grammy, his collaborations with his wife, how playing with Emmylou Harris changed his career as an artist, along with his thoughts on artists covering his own songs.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Lorrie Morgan 24:50

6M ago24:50

24:50

In this conversation with Lorrie she talks about the struggles of a full time touring schedule, the passing of Keith Whitley and the toll on her family, along with what makes a popular artist in that era of country music.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Don Williams 31:07

6M ago31:07

31:07

In this talk with the Gentle Giant, Don goes into depth on one of his hit songs at the time, gives us a few of his thoughts on working with Bob McDill, and shares some of the special moments his songs have given him throughout his career.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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George Strait 23:40

6M ago23:40

23:40

In this conversation with the King of Country he gives us his thoughts about producing his first album, shared a little about his respect for Bob Wills, his time in the military, and tells us a little bit about what he's learned from working in the music industry.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Charley Pride 35:52

6M ago35:52

35:52

In this conversation with Charley, he tells us about his feelings on new artists, how he picks out great songs, share a little bit about his family relationships, along with his philosophies on life.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Vince Gill 27:27

7M ago27:27

27:27

In this conversation with this legendary artist, Vince tells us all about his duet with Reba McEntire, his new found hope in the Grammy's, one of his most meaningful songs on his record, and tells us about some of the most satisfying songs he's participated in.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Emmylou Harris 38:45

7M ago38:45

38:45

In this conversation with Emmylou she gives us her thoughts on traditional country, some stories on the 'Bluebird' album that she created with her husband, we talk a little about her relationship with Roy Orbison, she even tells us about one of her favorite songs in country.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Patty Loveless 13:53

7M ago13:53

13:53

Here in this conversation with one of the newest Country Music Hall of Fame members, Patty tells us a little about her journey in the music industry, the lessons she learned before making it big in Nashville, along with a little insight about some of her biggest inspirations.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Bob McDill 31:11

7M ago31:11

31:11

In this episode with the newly appointed Country Music Hall of Fame member, Bob tells us a little about his humble beginnings, his relationship with Don Williams, some of the stories behind his greatest hits, and tells us a little about his writing process.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Scott Turow: Practicing Lawyer and Bestselling Author 47:55

7M ago47:55

47:55

A lawyer first, an author second: A reflection on the development of the law in his lifetime and its impact on society and his books. For more than 30 years, Scott Turow has been fortunate to be a bestselling author.. Beginning with Presumed Innocent published in 1987 to his to his current legal thriller, Suspect, he has written 14 novels, all New …

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Dan Seals 22:29

7M ago22:29

22:29

In this conversation with Dan Seals he speaks on his inspiration for songs, his thoughts on his then upcoming trip to Bulgaria for their first election, the evolution of both his writing and musicianship, and speaks a little on his altruism in Tennessee.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Jerry Reed 27:45

8M ago27:45

27:45

Here in our conversation with the fabulous Jerry Reed he tells us a little about his early days, shares his feelings about recording with Elvis, his surprise over his music idols praise, and the details of one of his movies.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Dwight Yoakum 25:19

8M ago25:19

25:19

In this conversation Dwight gave us his very clear opinion on the commodification of country music, speaks on his genuine feelings on the fans, tells us a little about his rough ride in country music, along with the love and respect he has for his music and his peers.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Johnny Cash 22:59

8M ago22:59

22:59

In these conversations with the 'Man In Black' he goes over one of his prison concerts, speaks on his previous addiction to prescription medicine, along with the origins of the Highway Men, and his thoughts on country music and how artists should engage with the genre.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Larry Gatlin 25:52

8M ago25:52

25:52

In this conversation with the dynamo Larry, he shares intimate details on how he's crafted a few of his songs, tells us a little about his feelings on overcoming drug abuse, along with his new philosophy on life.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Sister Barbara Reid, OP: President of Catholic Theological Union 43:57

9M ago43:57

43:57

Sometimes it causes me to tremble: Let Lent lead us through our fears for the future of the church The Catholic Church in the US faces some daunting realities: falling attendance, suspicion of the institution, and young people who are opting out of religion altogether. How does Sister Barbara Reid, who heads up a school that trains seminarians and …

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Eddie Rabbitt 26:20

10M ago26:20

26:20

In this conversation with Eddie he tells us about his humble beginnings in Nashville, his passion for music that eventually brought him success, his wife Janine's knack for picking songs for him, along with the origins of a few of his songs.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Pastor Corey B. Brooks: Founder of New Beginnings Church and Project Hood 44:57

10M ago44:57

44:57

Rooftop Pastor works to break the cycle of violence, poverty and racism in Woodlawn Pastor Corey Brooks of New Beginnings Church and founder of Project Hood is leading the Woodlawn neighborhood as they create a safer place and give their children the tools to reach for a brighter future. Spending nearly a year on a Woodlawn rooftop, raising awarene…

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Gary Morris 18:55

10M ago18:55

18:55

In this talk with Gary he explains how songwriting saved his life, the very personal perspective he takes when writing, along with how some of his most famous songs came about.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Tanya Tucker 49:30

10M ago49:30

49:30

In this conversation with the dynamo, Tanya Tucker, she opens up a little about her hopes for her first child Presley, her experience growing up in the music industry, the first time she met Elvis, along with some of the stories behind her favorite songs.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Statler Brothers 43:51

11M ago43:51

43:51

In this conversation with the ever entertaining Statler Brothers we have a chat about their hit tv show, their start with Johnny Cash, Jimmy Fortune's path into the band, along with thoughts on their biggest songs and trying to make crossover hits.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Sally Blount: President & CEO of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago 46:55

11M ago46:55

46:55

A Wild Ride: How the Holy Spirit Propelled me from Business School to the Boardroom to Battling Poverty Heralded by her peers as a “natural change agent,” Sally Blount has made her mark not only in the corporate world but in the field of academia—she served as dean at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management for eight years. Her ability to pivot…

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Fr. John Kartje: Astrophysicist and Parish Priest 48:23

11M ago48:23

48:23

Rediscovering Awe and Mystery: What Science and Faith Can Tell Us This Advent Long before he became a priest, Chicago’s Father John Kartje was a scientist, getting a Ph.D. in astrophysics from the University of Chicago. What’s the one constant between these two vocations? “Both the scientist and the person of faith are always engaging with mystery,…

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Hank Thompson 35:13

11M ago35:13

35:13

Hank walks us through what country swing means to him in this conversation. We also learn about his opinions of country music at the time, discovering Wanda Jackson, his love for Oklahoma, along with his opinions on some of his closest peers.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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Dr. John Duffy, Clinical Psychologist and Best-Selling Author 45:08

11M ago45:08

45:08

Friday, November 4, 2022 12:00 PM 1:15 PM Union League Club Chicago (map) It's a Whole New Ballgame: Guiding Our Next Generation Through Anxious Times As depression rates increase dramatically, especially among teens and young adults, learn why it's important for everyone to understand what's happening. What young people face today looks nothing li…

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Billy Walker 25:30

11M ago25:30

25:30

In this conversation Billy tells us about his humble beginnings, his thoughts on the future of country music, along with stories behind some of his biggest songs.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Alabama 31:50

11M ago31:50

31:50

In our conversation with this superstar country band they open up to us about their feelings about their biggest songs, the strong connection they have with their fans, and staying true to their principles.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Conway Twitty 40:00

11M ago40:00

40:00

In this conversation Conway tells us in-depth about his strategy for crafting albums, his thoughts on the music industry, his friendly relationship with Loretta Lynn, and so much more.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Roger Miller 36:41

12M ago36:41

36:41

In this conversation Roger and his wife Mary discuss their involvement with "Big River" in detail. Along with Roger's process of writing songs for the show, his start in Nashville, the "golden days" in country, and much more.

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Tammy Wynette 49:50

12M ago49:50

49:50

Our conversation with Tammy gets personal as we dive into her personal relationships, outlook on the music industry, her favorite performances, and more.By Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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John Denver 43:01

12M ago43:01

43:01

In this conversation John Denver exudes compassion as he tells us about the love he has for his music, his fans, and his love for the people of the world. We also get to discover the origins of some of his most famous songs.

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First Friday Club of Chicago podcast

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#2210 - Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ 41:42

1y ago41:42

41:42

The First Friday Club welcomes Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ, founder of Homeboy IndustriesBy First Friday Club of Chicago

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Dolly Parton 34:45

1y ago34:45

34:45

In this conversation with Dolly we talk about how she got to recording some of her favorite songs, humanitarian efforts, and even her thoughts on songwriting. Get Dolly's new Greatest Hits Collection here: https://shop.dollyparton.com/products/diamonds-rhinestones-the-greatest-hits-collection-cdBy Lee Arnold

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Country Music Conversations with Lee Arnold

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Garth Brooks 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

In these early interviews with Garth Brooks, we get a glimpse into his very personal songwriting style, his genuine appreciation for his fans, and the true blue nature of one of country's most beloved stars.By Lee Arnold

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