What the hell am I doing?
SHHHHHHHHHHHHH! It's a secret. Uh, no, it's not. I'm still figuring out my long term plans. For now, I can tell you that I am working on an *interim* project with a certain insanely awesome videoblogger. We should post it next week.
For now, check out this beautiful entry by Ironic1. Ironic1 always left very insightful comments on the RB comment board. Enabling those kind of connections is what makes videoblogging so freaking outta control amazing to me.
I've learned a lot and continue to learn from Robert Scoble (both on and offline-- and whether he knows it or not) about how to build a strong relationship with my viewers/friends. He's nailed that, in my opinion. I hope to continue communicating with all of you just as he communicates with his audience.
For now, check out this beautiful entry by Ironic1. Ironic1 always left very insightful comments on the RB comment board. Enabling those kind of connections is what makes videoblogging so freaking outta control amazing to me.
I've learned a lot and continue to learn from Robert Scoble (both on and offline-- and whether he knows it or not) about how to build a strong relationship with my viewers/friends. He's nailed that, in my opinion. I hope to continue communicating with all of you just as he communicates with his audience.
posted by Amanda @ 10:02 AM
79 Comments:
At 11:02 AM,
Ironic1 said…
Um, wow, thanks. Right back atcha.
(I still think these word verification codes look like elder gods from cthulhu - "vnifw" this time.)
At 11:02 AM,
k said…
poop?
At 11:34 AM,
DRPAULO.COM said…
ironic1, "rnxqiel" here.
Amanda,
We shall be waiting... I will prepare you some stuff from Brazil.
Cheers,
At 12:01 PM,
Daniel said…
I still think these word verification codes look like elder gods from cthulhu...
(Could we possibly be long lost brothers, I1?)
Rock on, Amanda. Can't wait to see it!
At 12:03 PM,
genMark said…
Amanda,
I am a new fan of yours. Didn't catch Rocketboom till the end. You are pretty impressive, and only 24? Wow!
Ironic1, that was a nice "best of" list.
At 1:06 PM,
Please Craiger... Don't hurt em! said…
Wha' happened?
Boy, you take your eyes off the bloggosphere for two seconds and your whole world turns upside down. Amanda! I can't believe you're not going to be on Rocketboom anymore... (I know, old news right?) Two days of the new gal and I must say... You'll be missed. Your show introduced me to the world of podcasting, blogging and really to the larger picture of what the internet can be. Thank you for creating a culture and showing the world that we can expect something better! I know I speak for everyone when I say that we look forward to seeing you again soon, be it online or on TV. I hope you make it to LA sooner than later! Good luck and thanks again!
- Craiger
SLC,UT
At 1:27 PM,
YakkYakkJay said…
Yakkyakk.com is still waiting for you to come visit our Santa Monica Podcasting Studio. Check out our site and Production Page. LA IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE AT, so head on down and check it out.
http://yakkyakkjay.blogspot.com/
At 1:30 PM,
charlie maravilla said…
hello amanda, they say that you are going to take the world from hollywood hills, what the hell you are going to do if they give you a paper where you have to kiss with tom cruise??? he will probably eat onions before....so big is the new enormous for you now, i hope i see you in a movie soon amanda!!!! :))
At 1:37 PM,
Jon Bonnell said…
So, is it time for CongdonBoom? Look I've got a camera I can loan ya. It's an XL1S, but that means its got firewire capability.
What say we put together a site to get you back on the air? I can get the bandwidth/storage from some partners.
('uomhbhsh' for me. How'd you guys get such small verifications?)
At 1:41 PM,
Lennonfan said…
Dear Amanda,
I too recently lost my job so I can empathize with you.
I saw your replacement today and well while I'm sure she's a nice person, she's now Amanda!
You were a delight to watch and I really got a kick out of your sense of humor.
I also saw a video blog from some "gentleman" from 1938.com and he said some really tacky things about you. This guy showed no class.
Well, sorry for the lengthy comment. I hope to see you doing your thing again. You are very good at it and you are not just a pretty face. You make people laugh and that means a lot with things the way they are in this world.
Your beautiful and very funny. What a great combination!!!
Lennonfan
At 1:43 PM,
Jon Bonnell said…
What say we all put together a site to Amanda back on the air, eh? As was pointed out, a video blog can be run from freakin' anywhere as long as you got internet access and a video camera.
Ok, a computer helps, so does a studio, but, Amanda, you don't want to go the way of dodo, do you?
I have some partners that can probably help with the site/bandwidth and, frankly, I can donate a camera for a while (its an XL1S, not new, but it is miniDV with firewire).
Heck, you can always pick one up at Circuit City on their 30 day money back return policy.
At 1:48 PM,
Brandon said…
Amanda,
You are always welcome at The "Schlenkie" Report. And I don't mean a job or anything serious like that. I just mean if you ever come up with an idea for a video blog I will gladly host it. Remember you are always welcome!
At 1:59 PM,
J Anderson said…
As so many people say: "You are Rocketboom"
Frankly, Ironic1 is right - leave it to the historians and let's all move on.
At 3:33 PM,
jetin said…
You're great! If I gave you a really big rock will you marry me? Jets
At 3:49 PM,
Vic said…
Amanda you're only 24! I always thought you were a wee bit older, but not by much.
So did you catch the latest new RB show? I didn't want to say the actual show, but I was curious. Andrew makes a terrible actor and that childish skit he did at the begining of thurs. day show was uncalled for.
Don't worry amanda, their new host will never be a replacement for you! But this won't bring you down, it'll only make you stronger. And your next show will be bigger and better than RB will ever be.
At 4:23 PM,
jockgeek said…
Amanda, you're fantastic! You've made quite a name for herself & helped to make RB what it is.
I applaud you for sticking up for herself. You and RB were destined to outgrow each other, and this path allows the most opportunity for growth for everyone involved.
Keep up the great work, Amanda!
At 4:25 PM,
JuanFalla said…
I'm glad to sense a new positive tone about your future! Nice to know you're workign with someone which will be up and running soon. Can't wait to see it.
At 4:50 PM,
WO7 said…
Amanda...you can leave Drew a nice gift by selling your 49% to Dick Cheney.
At 5:57 PM,
berggrp said…
Can't wait to see your new entry next week. We all miss you.
At 6:15 PM,
Counsel said…
Amanda - good deal. Another joint project.
Y'all get a written agreement, huh? Yes, I know he's awesome. So was the last guy. A writing helps everyone remember what is said and eliminates most of the controversy. Get it in writing, k?
And you probably warrant an agent. If not now, then soon.
D
At 6:17 PM,
G' said…
The 22MB ipod-formatted MSNBC clip can be downloaded from
http://rapidshare.de/files/25779134/AmandaonScarbourough.mp4.html
it's just the only place I have public space
At 7:17 PM,
Foolish King said…
amanda,
Looking forward to your next venture.
Perhaps you could make a living being a guest vblogger on all of our vblogs. It would be like a badge of honor to have you grace our vblogs. Oooh better yet, in a way to help the world, you could do a monthly ebay auction.... 1/2 the take goes to a charity and the other half goes to you. Philanthropy and VBlogging...
At 8:43 PM,
Mike Johnston said…
Amanda,
You should do a guest appearance on "Ask A Ninja" and discuss ways of "fixing Rocketboom".
That would be flippin' histerical!!!!
Just My 2 cents
Can't wait for the "new" stuff. ;)
At 9:48 PM,
tangerine said…
Thank you, Amanda, for keeping us informed.
Looking forward to your next adventure!
At 10:14 PM,
Robert Kern said…
Hi Amanda,
I just wanted to add my support for you, for what you've done, what your doing, and gonna do. I've watched Rocketboom almost everyday this year, and im going to miss your smiles!
God bless,
Robert
At 10:43 PM,
BionicBuddha said…
Great post. I like the Ironic tribute, it was well done.
www.bionicbuddha.com
At 11:25 PM,
Carl Weaver said…
You wrote:
"a certain insanely awesome videoblogger"
See, Amanda, you just let the secret out. Now everyone will know it's me you are working with.
At 11:57 PM,
DesertDon said…
What I find appealing about you, Amanda, is your determined search for your own evolving edge - the edge of your own nascence. Happy Journey, Amanda, where ever you take yourself.
At 12:51 AM,
WrongwayStoryteller said…
Yeee-haaa! Thanks Amanda for enabling me to actually watch that MSNBC video... note that the problem isn't just "the suckfest that is IE", it's also that MSNBC requires Media Player 10 (they are only up to version 9 for Macs), and version 10 incorporates DRM... as I was saying, roadblocks and toll collectors...
I hope you don't actually go to L.A., though... too many posers out there. Stick to NYC or Boston.
At 4:22 AM,
dan said…
You make me wish I were 24 again. Oh, and had a studio and video gear and were insanely attractive.
Looking forward to whatever's next....
At 7:03 AM,
www.belyrics.com said…
Amanda,
wellllll, thats impresive.... waiting for further news :-)
www.belyrics.com
At 7:24 AM,
Silversprite said…
Hi Amanda,
You say on your website you do ski-ing, hiking and travelling. Suggest you take a break and head out here to the Outer Hebrides (archipelago of islands off the west coast of Scotland). Far from the madding crowd; it's a good place to chill out and get your head back in order.
Oh, btw we also have some of the best beaches in the world.
Plenty of hiking and travelling; no ski-ing here tho' :-)
At 8:02 AM,
Launi said…
I was shocked to see that you were not on my Tivi yesterday when I went to catch up on your show
I wish you all the luck and hope that you get back on the iTube soon.
At 8:26 AM,
Sherpa said…
Amanda,
I know you are not the cold hearted one, BUT there is a business opportunity here. After seeing the first two episodes of the new RB I think that the advertisers are going to be looking for a better use of their money. You have the whole world/blogophere/net/media is watching you.... Put this to go use...
I wish you the best.
At 8:47 AM,
Alf Bae...... said…
Amanda,
Love from Korea. Of course, South.
At 10:30 AM,
Rocky (aka Greg) said…
Bring back Kate Winkle I say.....
At 12:15 PM,
Carmi said…
I hope you continue to stay the course, Amanda. Something tells me you'll always manage to find a way to make lemonade from lemons.
No one ever said evolving an entirely new medium would be easy. Thankfully, we have you to help lead the way.
At 12:29 PM,
Bill Duncan said…
Hi Amanda, just ran across this story in Canada's National newspaper, The Globe and Mail. Thought you and the readers might enjoy it.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20060714.wxweb14/BNStory/Entertainment/home
Best wishes
Bill
At 1:01 PM,
Ironic1 said…
MSNBC interview on YouTube. It was only a matter of time, as I informed MSNBC in my letter to them...
"I have to use IE to watch your videos? Are you nuts? You just lost a potential viewer. I was going to your site to see the Amanda Congdon interview, but never mind. Do you really want to limit your viewership in this way? It seems very proprietary and very old media. Not a very smart web strategy.
I'll stick with Firefox, thank you. Perhaps you haven't noticed, but the web is moving toward inclusivity, not exclusivity. I'm sure I'll be able to see this interview converted over and on YouTube in about, oh, I'd guess any minute now. Tell your advertisers that.
Sincerely,
Ironic1
http://ironic1.com"
And the cthulhu elder god of the day is... kquhpjsv.
At 1:16 PM,
me said…
Would you hurry up and get something up already, I'm suffering from daily amanda withdraw :)
Can't wait till next week!
At 2:17 PM,
Ben said…
Amanda, I first stumbled upon RB, via Tivo, and last week I was definatly shocked to see no episdoes downloaded. Being a tech savy person, I first checked all my connections... Is Tivo on? Is it connected to the Wi-Fi? Is it downloading data? All yes... confusion persists. With my work schedule I had not had time to view RB online. Today I took a break during lunch and caught up on my RB, to find the sad news. RB was a great show, but it won't be the same without you. I look forward to seeing you soon. Class of '99 Rocks!
At 3:30 PM,
xorrox said…
As everyone else is offering to lend you cameras, studios, cheers, and praise, I can understand your frustration....
"What about a real job?!" you might ask....
I know, your resume doesn't show any cleaning or cooking skills, but I am willing to take the risk. The maid position is yours if you want it. I am even willing to give you the title "VP of Cleaning!"
How about it.....okay, this should not be said, but I guess on-line you never know....so....this is a joke...
cheers, praise, and all that jazz...
At 5:16 PM,
Jonos Rust said…
wow you're famous amanda topshaker in the rankings, CONGATULATIONS! I got a Blab site!
At 6:13 PM,
atomicelroy said…
amanda,
if you remember your vlog about art with a lower case a...
you've just become... amanda.
"you should be diggin it while it's happening, cause it just may be aone shoot deal" FZ.
cheers!
El Roy.
At 7:22 PM,
Walt Bennett said…
Well, Amanda, the new host doesn't suck, of course Rocketboom has a lot of buzz right now so many people are noticing that she doesn't suck, and you will soon not be missed on that site.
I hope you settle on your next move soon, while you are still remembered.
At 7:24 PM,
MorissLess said…
Amanda,
You are in the drivers seat so to speak and we are all just following. I know some amazing things are in the future for you! The new "Britisher" they got to continue RB is not even worth mentioning. You have all of our hearts and minds.
Best of luck!
morisles (more is less)
At 7:26 PM,
Molecular Turtle said…
really like the blog keep up the good work. Also a fan of introverted extroverts, i wrote the book:)
At 8:05 PM,
Truthmister said…
You really should ad googles adsense to your blog. You will make money with this. I am currently running sites making money only from adsense: www.amithefox.com is one of many.
At 8:33 PM,
EVO! said…
Naughty, naughty Andrew! Seems like a fairly bad move to dictate the life of another... C'mon, it is after all the Internet, which is accessable... oh, uh... EVERYWHERE!
Just admit it, you'll miss Amanda's physical presence. That's really it, isn't it??
G'luck Amanda, your fans at evobox wish you the best!
At 9:01 PM,
Antonio Howell, M.D. said…
I think what happened to you was awful. I wish you the best.
As Sinatra says, "the best revenge is MASSIVE success"
http://drhowell.net/
At 9:08 PM,
The Villager said…
I tried, but I just don't enjoy the show without you. Good luck, Amanda - I'm sure I'll see you pop up again online somewhere. Thanks for livening up my iPod....
At 9:42 PM,
HSTRIP said…
Dear Amanda,
Sorry to see you leave the show.
There was a small spark in time where you reigned supreme in the V-Blogosphere and where actually on the verge of greatness. Andrew Baron is a simple minded idiot. Not because of any thing you accused him of, but rather that he chose to destroy rather then exponentially create. Any other media mogul who is successful has franchised the hell out of success. Examples: Law and Order, CSI, American Idol. The formula is: duplicate and make more, not destroy and rebuild. I’m sure the masses would have loved Rocketboom West Coast and Rocket Book East Coast. We could have kept our love affair going with you Amanda, and welcomed your NYC replacement, rather than a comparative disappointment. It seems to me that Andrew lacks the self confidence to relinquish control, I don’t now how old he is, but a more mature person realizes that to manage grander scales, requires delegating old loved tasks to others. Managers with business experience get this and learn to not only to accept it, but embrace it and welcome the challenges that the higher positions presents.
I have been in a similar situation with 5 people sharing equal portions of a video production company that had no money. We called it “The Modern Edge (Alternative Music News)”. It was MTV with a brain. It was great while it lasted, we went to concerts and night clubs for free, got back stage to meet and interview different music bands (Smashing Pumpkins, Morrissey, Mick Jones, Crowded House, APB just to name a few). Then, just when the Fox network got serious about some funding, everyone got greedy, insecure and possessive. It blew up, much like Rocketboom is doing right now.
On the other hand, maybe this is all a PR stunt that is designed to draw attention to Rocketboom in the mainstream media and will eventually lead to Rocketbooms EAST and WEST. Then, Andrew would not be the idiot I accused him of being, but rather an evil genius. second only to Carl Rove. I hope I am right and this is just a PR stunt, ANDREW!!! HINT HINT (even if it not, you can pretend this was you idea all along) HINT HINT.
Good luck Amanda, I’ll keep my eye out for your future successes.
At 10:36 PM,
Mark said…
Just found out about your site from Alexa.
I must say that you created a great site here!
At 1:41 AM,
Jake F. Emerson said…
You may have lost your 49%, but you have 110% of the talent. Keep on truckin.
Your fan,
Jason in Austin
At 2:48 AM,
Simon Kong said…
aww . this suxs ' big time
just loaded RB after a few weeks away and there is some gammy english girl do mock ups ' I thought it was going to be a trick show . .but no.
I look forward to your new projects Amanda and wish you all the best.
Aroha
.simon
ps. next time get a contract.
At 8:55 AM,
Maychic said…
Hey Amanda:
I saw your blog website at Alexa and clicked and it brought me to your site.
I don't know what it is about. I tried to go to your regular website to know who you're but it was not loading.
So, I am still wondering who you're?
http://maychic.com/sitemap.htm
At 9:36 AM,
Bill Bittner said…
Amanda,
I must admit I am a late comer to the RB and am sorry to hear that the two creators have had a falling out.
It is obvious that you have a lot of talent and have really mastered the requirements for successful communications. Why not take a pause and use some of the time you have now to provide a public service. It seems that with all the strife around the world that a good lesson on better communication could benefit us all.
Best wishes in whatever you plan.
At 10:49 AM,
Masao.S said…
Dear Amanda,
There are a lot of fans of you also in Japan.The questionnaire that decides "The Queen of podcast" now is done.
http://podcast-j.net/archives/2006/06/podcast_queen_entry_index.html
*An old image is used...
It ends on July 25.
It wishes the first place.
Thanks,
Masao.S
At 2:10 PM,
Karl said…
Amanda,
I don't read blogs, nor do I watch them. But I did somehow end up on Rocketboom, and it was fab. Can't say I 'loved' it, but I DID love your enthusiasm (please ignore my poor spelling, I was raised by word processors). Put on or not, your enthusiasm is edible. Enough so that I joined this blog thingy just to say , groovy dude.
You see, I have a sister, and like you she is very attractive, and also like you she is very intelligent and educated at diploma and degree levels (not to mention a masters in hooking my friends errr). but to cut to the point, I hate it the way some people comment on her like she's just a pretty face .
So yea ..umn thats it. Screw the 49% rock boom't. I say strap on the balls, and keep that pretty face high. Hot chicks that are eduacted , thats fab.
Umn,all the best then.
bye
At 2:11 PM,
popwhore said…
Amanda,
I'm a fan of your blog it makes me think of the adventure you've set out on. Fascists don't often require leisure class poses... Brillant
xxx
http://www.popwhoremedia.com
At 3:09 PM,
ocean said…
I just heard the bad news. Amanda, we all love you and will forever miss your amazing RB productions. You taught us so much: about the stock market in Nigeria, the memorial of Wounded Knee, how robots dance like humans, and most importantly, how as humans, we ought not take life more serously than ourselves. Through tough times and easy ones, you helped us get through and move on. You have made us laugh and now with your exit from RB, you have made us cry. Happy times and sad, you were, are, and always will be a part of our lives. We hope and pray that in your next job, where ever it may be, you continue toenlighten and inspire us and that that job likewise will continue to enlighten and inspire you. Amanda, for the rest of your life, be blessed and serve as a blessing to all who know you.
At 11:09 PM,
Ironic1 said…
I've been thinking a lot about the nature of new media in lieu of Amanda's departure of RB. I've posted some thoughts with the provocative title Why the New Media is the Domain of Progressives including a link to Amanda's MSNBC interview. It is a work in progress. Feedback is encouraged.
At 1:14 AM,
polyergos said…
I feel like we were dating, and you saw my star wars collection and dumped my sorry ass. i.e., sad.
good luck with everything though!! don't listen to the negative comments posted above (i only saw one, and felt I should write this).
the majority of your fans will support you in anything you do from now on. keep shaking...
At 3:31 AM,
Jason Heath said…
We miss you, Amanda. I'll eagerly await whatever new projects you undertake. Go Northwestern! (music alumn 1998)
At 6:03 AM,
Gauisus Speculaas said…
Hey. Bummer. Going straight from here to set up a Google Alert for your name. I unsubbed Rocketboom yesterday after seeing the Casual Friday show, which left an aching void in my jones for Amanda. I'm sure Ms. Conan is quite capable, but she's just no...well...you...
Perhaps one will see you in Second Life (a long-ago RB was my intro to that weird and lovely place), and perhaps one will see you somewhere available and spirit-enhancing again soon in RL. Cheers, good person, and best of the best to you.
At 6:52 AM,
Richard Akintokun said…
Your blog looks awesome and with a lot of interesting stuff on it.
I found it interesting to read and was captivated by it.
Keep it up girl
At 1:34 PM,
Trevor said…
Rocketboom won't be the same without you, Amanda, but you have a huge following wherever you go!
At 4:12 PM,
themanagerchild said…
1d1. capital blog, really cool and open - now THAT'S NEW MEDIA.
2. dr katz is 'da bomb' - i watched the episode where the maid throws out bully this evening whilst i had some cake.
3. you weren't just the 'face of rocketboom' you were the only reason any of us watched it - it's a rare thing for such a casual approach to carry across as professional. the net neutrality ep was a absolute classic.
4. duckies!!!!
5. The only good thing about your replacement is the fact that she looks like my PA... ...but my PA can read aloud
At 4:49 PM,
Frank said…
You made it to "movers and shakers" as a "mover" on Alexa well done!
I am expecting this site to be a mover soon.. http://www.pdf-power-brand.com we have actually jumped more than your site.
You won't be there for long, but check it out... you are #1!!
http://www.alexa.com/site/ds/movers_shakers?lang=en
At 12:45 AM,
floatingtrem said…
You know Amanda, as much as I enjoyed you on Rocketboom, I always new you'd move on to something bigger and better.
I'm confident you'll be back, and doing something new and extraordinary.
So take some time off, relax, regroup, whatever, and then come back and hit us up with the next big thing!
At 1:34 AM,
Geoff said…
WOW #1 in the movers and shakers
Congrats
LOL Ironic I got vnzibcvp sounds like the russain god from cthulhu.
I agree - " What the hellam I doing?"
But I neeed a Coffee
At 9:49 AM,
HomeImprovementNinja said…
Sorry to hear about your being forced out. If I were you* I wouldn't take this lying down. Why should you forfeit your 49% if you left involuntarily? I think you should talk to a lawyer. And I don't mean a derivatives lawyer, like me. I mean a litigator. A mean one that lives in the basement and eats raw meat.
*actually, if I were you, I would pose for Playboy and marry a really rich and disgustingly old guy and wait for him to die. It worked for Anna Nicole.
At 11:12 AM,
ocean said…
Amanda, it's been way too long since we've heard anything from you. July 13 feels like a decade ago. Please post something just to let us know your still alive. It's becoming too unbearable without you.
At 2:58 PM,
J.W. said…
Vlogs dont succeed unless they're published regularly. Nothing truer.
I gotta Q I've been tossing like a dime:
When you communicate with us, its one to many, and we see a video of you (or we used to) and get a lot of insight into your character (whether its acting or not its still you). When we communicate with you, all you get is a comment, or an email, or a link maybe, and you get lots and lots of them.
What's it like having so many faceless names all trying to talk to you about the same thing at the same time?
It would overwhelm me, I think, trying to engage so many people that I know so little about. Were I in your position I would probably just respond & interact w my audience when I wanted to - which means that I'd only respond to a very select few comments and stop as soon as I got tired. Or if I were in a bad mood I wouldnt read or respond to any comments at all. Yet I do see you responding to people's comments, at least semi-regularly. You said you had 2 thousand emails, that seems like too many to read, frankly.
Human beings can't really handle maintaining hundreds or thousands of relationships with other people and doing something that approximates that has gotta b grating at times, especially when the content is mostly negative or critical. You aren't the 1st to ever be in that position but it would be cool to get your insight into the matter, supposing you have some, and also have the inclination, and the time.
Um...Just curious.
Whatever good luck as always still a big big fan who is hoping to accidentally bump into you while you're in CT.
At 3:17 PM,
wecheese.com said…
waouh ! can't wait Amanda chanel be started! Cheers !srfjyi
At 6:00 PM,
claudio said…
Amanda returns now!
At 9:05 AM,
Mad said…
I guess things change. I finally watched the new RB and well, I could barely sit through it. Probably my resistance to change, but maybe I just miss you and your wit. Wish I could take a break from making piles of pottery to go to Blogher, maybe next time. Meanwhile, what color would you like you new cup to be, to match your new set?
At 9:08 PM,
Spavis said…
you + ze = super duckie awesome time
<3
At 2:09 PM,
Romulus said…
IHNMTS except that you oughtta be on SNL. Hey... you could do Weekend Update. That would boost your career, just like it has for Denn-... er, Norm... uh, Kev--... er, David Spa-- uh, hmm, well, it would be a boost, ok?
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