31 Best UK Mental Health Podcasts
UK Mental Health Podcasts
Here are 31 Best UK Mental Health Podcasts worth listening to in 2026.
Export Contact List1. All in the Mind
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The show on how we think, feel and behave. Claudia Hammond delves into the evidence on mental health, psychology and neuroscience.
Host Claudia Hammond
Producer/Network BBC Radio 4
Email ****@sussex.ac.uk
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Dr Emma Russell, Dr Pete Olusoga +4 more
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2. The Richard Nicholls Mental Health Podcast
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To inspire, educate and motivate you to be the best you can be. Learn about tackling mental health problems like Anxiety and Depression as well as simple tips to understand the world better, in a down to earth and genuine way with the Best Selling Author and Psychotherapist Richard Nicholls.more Host Richard Nicholls
Email ****@richardnicholls.net
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 743 Avg Length 8 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
3. Mental Health Monday
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'The home of the UK's conversation about mental health' Journalist Mick Coyle has been normalising conversations about mental health since 2017. His guests offer no-stigma, no-judgement conversations and insights from their own lived experience. More than 350 episodes are available to listen to for free. Don't suffer in silence, join the conversation. Signposting services in each episode. Winner - Commercial Radio News Special 2026 Winner - Commercial Radio News Coverage 2022 Winner - Commercial Radio Best News Special 2022 Winner - Mind Media Radio Programme 2018 & 2019more Host Mick Coyle
Email ****@bauermedia.co.uk
Location England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 1/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
4. 'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast
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These podcasts are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in child and adolescent mental health. They bridge the gap between rigorous research and practical application, featuring expert discussions on mental health. Each episode highlights cutting-edge studies offering insights into findings, and implications for practice. The series caters to clinicians, researchers, and those interested in mental health. Available on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, it's an accessible way to stay informed about advancements in the field...more Host Dr. Umar Toseeb
Producer/Network The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Email ****@acamh.org
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Professor Tamsin Ford, Professor Jean Francois Trani +28 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 73Facebook 39.9KTwitter 27.8K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
5. Lively Minds, the UK Mental Health Podcast
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Lively Minds is a monthly podcast about mental health challenges that go beyond the ebb and flow of the everyday. Led by people with lived experience, the show looks at how developing an understanding of our mental health influences how we address the challenges we face.Episodes are released on the first Friday of each month.Find out more at www.anyamedia.net/livelymindsmore Hosts Will Sadler, Ellie Page
Producer/Network Ellie Page & Will Sadler
Email ****@anyamedia.net
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Olivia Dieterich, Matt Ottley +2 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 109 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
6. Nip in the Bud® Podcast - The children's mental health charity
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We are Nip in the Bud® Nip in the Bud is a charity that works to recognise and respond to children's mental health needs. We believe that early intervention is key to supporting children. Alis Rocca is an education consultant and coach, having been a teacher and a head teacher in the UK for over 20 years. As a charity, Nip in the Bud works with mental health professionals of the highest standing to produce FREE short evidence-based films, podcasts and fact sheets to help parents, educationalists and others working with children to recognise potential mental health conditions...more Producer/Network Nip in the Bud Children's Mental Charity
Recent Guests Christine Walsh, Andy Tolly +6 more
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
7. MQ Open Mind
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MQ Open Mind looks at the science behind mental health and its potential to transform lives. The show digs deep into the cutting-edge research taking on mental illness and speaks to the people it could help. Hear conversations on a range of different conditions, from depression and anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar. Brought to you by the mental health research charity, MQ: Transforming Mental Healthmore Producer/Network MQ Mental Health Research
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dr Catherine Harmer, Dr Daisy Singla +13 more
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 29 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
8. The Talking Tradesman
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Raising mental health awareness throughout the uk building trades and beyond. Proving insight, knowledge and entertainment on a subject that needs attention and action.
Producer/Network Russell Payne
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Recent Guests Lewis Coomber, Jacob Butchoff +18 more
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 94 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
9. The YODPOD
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Welcome to the YODPOD where we dive into honest, thought-provoking conversations with wellbeing experts, professional athletes, industry leads and healthcare professionals. Hosted by Tom Mitchell, former England Rugby 7s Captain and Olympic Silver Medallist, the YODPOD offers practical, actionable insights into the world of mental health and wellbeing — designed to inspire change and normalise the mental health conversation across healthcare...more Producer/Network You Okay, Doc?
Email ****@youokaydoc.org.uk
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Kate Beed
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 23Facebook 1.3KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 10.6K Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
10. BUILT4US PODCAST- By Construction Workers, For Construction Workers.
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📢 BUILT4US PODCAST 🎙️ An Honest Space Built By and For Construction Workers.🛠️ This isn't just a podcast — it's a community.💪Let's build something stronger together.👉 Follow us on:📸 Instagram: @built4uspodcast🎧 TikTok: @built4uspodcast▶️ YouTube: @built4uspodcast🎙️ Spotify / Apple Podcasts: BUILT4US PodcastFacebook: Built4us Podcast 💥TRIGGER WARNING- This is an honest space for open and meaningful conversations on mental health...more Email ****@gmail.com
Recent Guests Vish, Clive +4 more
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
11. The Good Mental Health Podcast
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Welcome to The Good Mental Health Podcast - where we share inspiring interviews about mental health, psychology and well-being. From specialists to real-life cases - each holds key insights, evidence-based knowledge, research, free resources and hope. Please could you kindly rate and review the podcast, thank you. Wishing you good health and happiness, from the Human Givens Institute https://www.hgi.org.uk/Stay informed - sign up to our newsletter: https://www.hgi.org.uk/news/subscribe-our-newslettermore Producer/Network Human Givens Institute
Email ****@humangivens.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Lynn Beattie
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 29Facebook 13.9KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 13.9K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
12. How to Stay Sane in an Insane World (Shed Talks)
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Life is unpredictable, messy, and, at times, completely insane. So, how do we stay afloat? Hosted by Jeremy Thomas —renowned speaker, author, mental health advocate, and all round survivor—this podcast dives into the real, unfiltered stories of resilience, recovery, and what it truly takes to maintain mental well-being in a chaotic world. Having faced his own battles with bipolar disorder and addiction , Jeremy brings both lived experience and hard-earned wisdom to every conversation. Each episode features fascinating guests —bestselling authors, musicians, industry leaders, athletes, and mental health experts—who open up about their struggles, triumphs, and the lifejackets that helped them through...more Producer/Network Blue Baltic Entertainment Ltd
Email ****@jeremythomastalks.co.uk
Location Wincanton, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 10Facebook 201Twitter 158Instagram 749 Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
13. Mind and Deen
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Ayeesha and Hana; two wellbeing practitioners in the UK come together to share their thoughts and experiences on navigating mental health as a Muslim in today's world. This podcast was started with the hopes of opening up conversation around linking wellbeing and islam amongst youth in the muslim community. We often find that youth struggle to view concepts of mental health in line with islamic and south asian values. We are here to change that. We hope that by sharing our expereinces and insights; that youth can view mental health as the holistic and relatable concept that it is.more Producer/Network Hana and Ayeesha
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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14. CalmGrowth UK
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Welcome to the CalmGrowth UK podcast! We explore mental health and community wellbeing through both lived experience and professional practice. Drawing on cultural and neurodivergent perspectives, we share personal stories alongside insights from counsellors, therapists, and lived-experience advocates. We aim to reduce jargon and promote open conversations! If you're a client, counsellor, psychotherapist or just curious about self-care, wellbeing or mental health then join us.Be kind to yourself. Grow through what you go through & see you next time @ www.calmgrowth.orgmore Producer/Network Corey Yu
Email ****@calmgrowth.org
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
15. Breaking Down, Breaking Down.
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This is a podcast with the primary focus being on male mental health. Started by two guys based in the West Midlands in the UK, who became friends working through similar mental health difficulties, and figuring out how to fight back against pre-conceptions.Expect honest open discussion, guests, insight and food for thought. No medical advice, and of course always seek emergency help if you need it. You're not alone.more Producer/Network Online Home of Wil Vincent
Email ****@wil-vincent.co.uk
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16. Brew & Chat
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Brew & Chat is a relaxed, no pressure conversation over a brew, focused on life, mental health and lived experiences, hosted by ANDYSMANCLUB.ANDYSMANCLUB is a UK based men's suicide prevention charity offering free, peer-to-peer support groups nationwide and online. The charity exists to end the stigma surrounding men's mental health and to support men through the power of conversation.We created this podcast as another way for people to access support - meeting them where they are, through honest conversations that feel familiar and approachable.Grab a brew and join us for a chat...more Producer/Network ANDYS MAN CLUB LIMITED
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
17. Square Pegs Presents... PD²
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PD² with Square Pegs is a database of testimony for all the people with a label, or diagnosis of personality disorder who have experienced prejudice and discrimination at the hands of the services whose goal it is to support us.This is a continuation of the work we started with the National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health, the NCCMH, which is part of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the United Kingdom, to challenge the prejudice and discrimination experienced by people with a label, or diagnosis of personality disorder.To be clear, the conversations in the podcast do not reflect..more Producer/Network Chris Young
Recent Guests Daniel, Kevin +3 more
Avg Length 84 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
18. Chats from the Country Lane
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Chats from the Country Lane is a calm, honest podcast where I share reflections on men's mental health, identity, and finding balance in everyday life.Inspired by quiet walks through the Devon countryside with my dog, Draco, each episode is a space to slow down, breathe, and talk about the things men don't always say out loud — from relationships and running, to belonging and the search for peace.I'm Feyi Disu — a Nigerian living in the UK — and this podcast is my way of making room for honest conversations that remind us we're not alone, no matter where the lane leads.more Producer/Network Feyi Disu
Email ****@icloud.com
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19. Curious About Therapy
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Curious About Therapy presents conversations with therapists and others working to support people in their mental health and personal growth. It promotes a better understanding of mental health issues, psychotherapeutic ideas and a explore how we manage mental health issues as a society. The podcast is based in Brighton, UK.The creator is Maurice Pigaht, a psychotherapeutic counsellor based in Brighton: www.mauricepigaht.commore Producer/Network Maurice Pigaht, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Coach
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20. Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health
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Best Health Podcast 4 years running at The People's Choice Podcast Awards ?Mental was created by Bobby Temps to break down mental health stigma and discrimination. Joined by special guests, the podcast is a safe space to hear honest and insightful mental health interviews in the hope listeners will feel more empowered to continue the conversation with others.Every other Thursday we delve into a factor in mental health and how to better manage it. You'll also better understand different conditions from first-hand experience, with inspiring guests and surprising statistics...more Host Bobby Temps
Email ****@icloud.com
Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 284Facebook 2.6K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
21. Manup! UK Men's mental health podcast
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UK Men's mental health podcast with Andy Richardson, Tommy Danquah and guests. Aiming to get men talking about mental health more.
Hosts Andy Richardson, Tommy Danquah
Producer/Network Andy Richardson and Tommy Danquah
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Reviews 31Facebook 356Twitter 1.1KInstagram 1.7K Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
22. Let's Talk: Mental Health
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Hi. Welcome to Let's Talk: Mental Health, where we get together with different people and experts to chat about mental health. We all have mental health, and we can all experience mental health problems. So, on this podcast we explore the topics that can affect how we think and feel.more Host Bethan Buswell
Producer/Network Mental Health Foundation
Email ****@mentalhealth.org.uk
Location United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 106Facebook 345.3KTwitter 260.3KInstagram 230.3K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
23. sidekick stories
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The sidekick stories podcast is a platform for people to share their stories to reduce the stigma around mental ill-health and encourage more people to speak out. The show features raw, honest conversations with guests about their mental health journey.We are a charity creating tools, organising information and encouraging positive conversations about mental health. Download our free sidekick app, connect with us on Instagram and join the community. sidekick. boost your mental wellbeing. https://sidekick.org.uk/more Producer/Network sidekick community
Email ****@sidekick.org.uk
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 100Twitter 150Instagram 2.1K Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
24. Changing MENtality
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Conversations, stories and interviews on the topic of men's mental health. Hosted by a group of male students, sharing their own experiences to help eliminate stigma, raise awareness, and signpost others to finding the help they need. Created in association with Student Minds and funded by Comic Relief.more Producer/Network Changing MENtality
Email ****@studentminds.org.uk
Location United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 6Facebook 88Twitter 108Instagram 201 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
25. Mental Health UK Podcast
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We're all about connecting people with the tools they need to manage their mental health. Whether you're on the move, in the kitchen, or just need a screen break - our podcasts are a great way to tune into some great life hacks from our guests and colleagues in house.more Producer/Network Mental Health UK
Email ****@mentalhealth-uk.org
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Apple Reviews 1Facebook 56.4KTwitter 12.5KInstagram 40.9K Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
26. HypnoSOS - Hypnosis for better mental health. Mini sessions to relax, recharge, and restore.
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Short, effective hypnosis sessions to improve your mental health and well-being, designed to give you a boost, some relief from stress or anxiety, and help you if you're struggling to cope. The sessions use evidence-informed hypnotherapy techniques designed to promote calm, emotional regulation, and psychological resilience. Each episode is just long enough for you to take time out to listen to it whenever you want and wherever you are, without disturbing your routine. Ursula James has been a clinical and medical hypnotherapist and hypnotherapy trainer for 30 years...more Host Ursula James
Email ****@ursulajames.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 271 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
27. The Royal College of Psychiatrists Podcast
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The Royal College of Psychiatrists: improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.
Producer/Network RCPsych
Email ****@rcpsych.ac.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dr Glenn Roberts, Professor James Scott +20 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 26 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
28. Afiniki's HAPPINESS OVER STRESS Podcast
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Real talk about reducing stress, living productive and happy lives, while protecting our mental health. No fancy editing or scripting, just honest conversation for a better life. Dr Afiniki Akanet is the author of Power and Praise, Life Without Coffee (Choosing Happiness Over Stress), Money & Mental Wellbeing, Fortitude and other inspirational books. Afiniki is also a practicing UK doctor (GP/family doctor) and the founder of Forte, Charity for Inspiration. Feel free to get in touch via Afiniki.co.uk #DrMMW #HappinessOverStressmore Producer/Network Dr Afiniki Akanet
Email ****@afiniki.co.uk
Location Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Recent Guests Dr Olutosin Awoyemi, Dr Soumitri Charkraborty +11 more
Apple Reviews 1Facebook 1.1KTwitter 254Instagram 820 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
29. No Man's an Island
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No Man's an Island explores men's mental, physical and emotional health through honest and grounded conversations. Hosted by UK psychotherapist Chris Hemmings and US clinical psychologist Dr Jett Stone, the show brings together voices from therapy, research, advocacy, politics, music and education to discuss what really shapes men's lives today.Powered by Men's Therapy Hub the UK's first directory connecting male clients with qualified male therapists the podcast challenges the idea that men don't create healthy, healing spaces for one another...more Producer/Network Men's Therapy Hub
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Armor, Dr Sarah DiMuccio +7 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
30. RMN Behaving Badly
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A topical, political and occasionally nonsensical podcast about mental health nursing in the UK.
Producer/Network RMN Behaving Badly
Email ****@outlook.com
Location United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Reviews 15Facebook 369Twitter 1.5KInstagram 127 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
31. Happy Place
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Fearne Cotton talks to incredible people about life, love, loss, and everything in-between as she reveals what happiness means to them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Host Fearne Cotton
Email ****@findyourhappyplace.co.uk
Location Northwood, England, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1M+
Recent Guests Nafessa Williams, Shauna Tiffany +44 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 17.9KFacebook 1.2MTwitter 5.6MInstagram 3.9M Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Since Mar 2018 Get Email Contact
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| Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Podcast Episodes | Gender | Twitter Handle | Twitter Followers | Location | |
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| Claudia Hammond | Host | bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006qxx9/episodes/downloads | 212 | Female | @claudiahammond | 18.4K | United Kingdom | |
| Richard Nicholls | Host | 184 | Male | @richardnicholls | 24K | Nuneaton, United Kingdom | ||
| Mick Coyle | Host | audioboom.com/channels/4899194-mental-health-monday | 252 | Male | @mrmickcoyle | 5.4K | United Kingdom | |
| Dr. Umar Toseeb | Host | audioboom.com/channels/4939688 | 365 | @umartoseeb | London, United Kingdom | |||
| Will Sadler | Co Host | spreaker.com/show/lively-minds-the-mental-health-podcast | 96 | Male | @wsadlertweets | 340 | Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom | |
| Ellie Page | Co Host | spreaker.com/show/lively-minds-the-mental-health-podcast | 96 | Female | @stillillok | 488 | Manchester, United Kingdom | |
| Bobby Temps | Host | audioboom.com/channels/5001061 | 182 | Male | @bobbytemps | 422 | Ireland | |
| Andy Richardson | Co Host | soundcloud.com/user-388168587 | 60 | Male | ||||
| Tommy Danquah | Co Host | soundcloud.com/user-388168587 | 60 | Male | Tallinn, Estonia | |||
| Bethan Buswell | Host | shows.acast.com/5ef8e468fbb57f46fc4dee2a | 108 | Female | London, United Kingdom | |||
| Ursula James | Host | 113 | Female | |||||
| Fearne Cotton | Host | play.acast.com/s/happy-place | 412 | Female | @fearnecotton | 6.4M | London, United Kingdom |
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