Melhores podcasts sobre Explainer (2024)

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What exactly are the European elections all about? 27:10

3d ago27:10

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On 7 June, you'll have the chance to vote in the European elections - but what exactly will the end result be? For the latest in a special series of episodes, The Journal's Muiris O'Cearbhaill and European Movement Ireland CEO Noelle O'Connell join us to look at how the election process works, what exactly an MEP does, and how you should decide on …

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What next for Iran after the death of the country's president? 30:53

8d ago30:53

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DCU's Paola Rivetti, an expert in Middle East politics, joins us to look at the fallout from the death of Iran's president in a helicopter crash last week. What role did he play in Iranian society? What does the succession process look like - and is there any scope for a more moderate leader?The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing…

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By Noteworthy: Are young people with psychosis getting the help they need? 26:28

11d ago26:28

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Presenter Maria Delaney is joined by News Correspondent Órla Ryan who has been leading our year-long ‘Falling Through the Cracks’ investigation into young people with psychosis, which was supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland in partnership with Headline, a Shine programme. They're also joined by Consul…

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Climate-related emergencies are on the rise but how are we dealing with them? 33:17

17d ago33:17

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Over recent years, Europe has seen a rising trend of severe weather - some of which can be linked to climate change. This means an increasing need for authorities to respond to life-threatening situations. That's where the European Union’s Department for Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO), providing support to countries wher…

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7: Ep 007 - AI - Art, Science, & Espionage. 9:39

17d ago9:39

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In this episode of The Explainers, we check out some exciting developments in the world of AI - the good, the great, and...the creepy?Por The Explainers

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Episode 17: Rainbows 44:14

17d ago44:14

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In episode 17, Shane and Dave explain the surprising science of rainbows. Can you touch one? Does everyone else see the same rainbow that you see?

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What is Ireland’s history with the European Union? 39:17

24d ago39:17

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We're joined by Dr Barry Colfer, director of research at the Institute of International and European Affairs (IIEA), to look back on everything from Ireland's nascent relationship with Europe in the 1970s to the country's treatment during the bailout in the 2010s.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable jour…

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What is the council’s new transport plan for Dublin city? 20:24

1M ago20:24

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We're examining the details of the Dublin Transport Plan to examine its aim and how it will achieve that, as well as the overall reaction. We're joined by Brian Caulfield, transportation professor and Head of the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at Trinity College Dublin, to see what the impacts could be.The Explainer i…

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How does sentencing work in Ireland? 21:52

1M ago21:52

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We're joined by Paul McCutcheon, a professor of Law at the University of Limerick to examine how exactly sentencing works. What factors do judges take into account? What guidance do they rely on? And how is that some judges deliver sentences that look very different to those of their peers?Por The Journal

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What does a major review tell us about trans healthcare? 28:23

1M ago28:23

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Trans healthcare and a dearth of services for trans people have been in the news lately on the back of a major review of UK services. Assistant News Editor Valerie Flynn joins us to explore its findings - and with the care it needs, as it is vulnerable children at the heart of this healthcare story. What did the report say about treatment options l…

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By Noteworthy: Why are our peatlands still being exploited? 24:30

2M ago24:30

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Susan Daly talks with Noteworthy's Steven Fox and German reporter Swantje Furtak about the lack of preservation of bogs in Ireland and Germany. These were part of an extensive cross-border investigation with reporters based in Germany and Italy.Steven focused on actions by two State companies — Coillte and Bord na Móna — and looked at the planting …

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S12 E12 Death Row Representation on the Cheap 19:47

2M ago19:47

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Innocence clinic director Craig Trocino looks at flat fees for capital crime representation. Recorded April 11, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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The State inquiry into the Bill Kenneally case - what have we learned so far? 37:00

2M ago37:00

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The Journal's Eoghan Dalton speaks to Laura Byrne about the State inquiry into the abuse of prolific child abuser, Bill Kenneally. It is examining how State agencies and organisations handled reports of his crimes from the 1980s onwards. During his appearance, Kenneally was unrepentant, causing upset to those in attendance, including his victims. S…

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Episode 16: ChatGPT 32:45

2M ago32:45

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In episode 16, Shane and Dave explain how GPTs work. GPTs are a type of large language model, and the most famous is ChatGPT.

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S12 E11 The Armorer and the Actor 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

Criminal law expert Tamara Lave opines of the killing on the movie set. Recorded March 27, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Everything you need to know about how the EU works but were too afraid to ask 33:56

2M ago33:56

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The European Union has a massive but often unseen impact on our day-to-day life here in Ireland. Despite that, how exactly it all works can remain a bit of a mystery for a lot of people. John O’Brennan, a professor at the Department of Sociology at Maynooth University, leaves the Brussels jargon to one side and focuses on what the core institutions…

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S12 E10 Criminalizing Homelessness 26:32

2M ago26:32

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Homeless law expert Stephen Schnably drills into a case going to the Supreme Court. Recorded March 27, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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What happens when people need medical attention in Ukraine? 21:53

2M ago21:53

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Thousands of people in need of critical medical care but unable to access it in Ukraine have been sent to other EU states for treatment in a mammoth operation known as Medevac. On this week's episode, supported by the European Union’s Department for Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, we look at how this is organised and the impact it…

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S12 E9 Tumult in Haiti 15:07

2M ago15:07

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As the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere prepares for a transitional government, violence is spreading to wealthier enclaves, where bodies riddled with bullets lay in the streets. Haiti expert Irwin Stotzky, author of three books on Haiti, discusses the chaos.Por University of Miami School of Law

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What next for Leo Varadkar, Fine Gael, and Ireland? 30:39

2M ago30:39

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We're joined by our Deputy Editor Christine Bohan and Assistant News Editor Rónán Duffy to look at the shock resignation of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Did it really come out of the blue? And who is best placed to take up the mantel? What will his legacy be?The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in …

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Episode 15: DNS on the Internet 59:12

3M ago59:12

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In episode 15, Shane and Dave explain the Domain Name Service, which is how your web browserfigures out the IP addresses to use for domain names like google.com

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S12 E8 The Inadequacies of Self Defense Laws 19:45

3M ago19:45

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U.S. laws criminalize survivors of gender-based violence. Caroline Bettinger-Lopez, who led the Obama and Biden administrations efforts to address, dives into where we are and were we are going, Recorded February 29, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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How is Ireland planning to legislate on assisted dying? 17:58

3M ago17:58

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An Oireachtas Committee is set to recommend that the Irish government introduce laws to allow for assisted dying and euthanasia under certain strict criteria. It follows an in-depth consultation period on the matter. This week, The Journal's Stephen McDermott tells host Laura Byrne about what the committee is recommending and what we can expect to …

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What challenges are Irish troops facing in an unstable Middle East? 22:50

3M ago22:50

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We're joined by News Correspondent Niall O'Connor, who has just returned from the contested Golan Heights where he visited the Irish peacekeeping mission there. He shares the day-to-day activity of the troops and examines what the future of Irish peacekeeping might look like.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to v…

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S12 E7 SCOTUS Takes on Trump 19:27

3M ago19:27

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The U.S. Supreme Court will hear the former president's claim of immunity from charges that he sought to overturn the 2020 election results, throwing the 2024 elections into chaos. Constitutional expert Frances Hill clears the air. Recorded February 29, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Episode 14: Alexa 46:09

3M ago46:09

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In episode 14, Shane and Dave explain how Alexa works. Alexa is the most popular householdvoice assistant. Find out how Alexa works on the inside!

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Why was the FAI in front an Oireachtas committee again? 30:08

3M ago30:08

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Fiery appearances before Oireachtas committees are all the rage these days, and the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is no stranger to them. What are the latest revelations? What do they say about the future of the FAI? We're joined by Gavin Cooney, sportswriter and podcast host with The 42, to explore why the organisation is making headlines …

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By Noteworthy: Why is our history falling into the sea? 31:22

3M ago31:22

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Susan Daly speaks to Noteworthy's investigative journalist Patricia Devlin about her latest dive into threats to our monuments and heritage sites. Also joining the podcast is Ian Lumney, heritage officer with An Taisce.Por The Journal

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S12 E6 Russia's Deportation of Ukraine's Children 17:09

3M ago17:09

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Tens of thousands of Ukrainian children have been abducted by Russia since the invasion in February 2022. Bernard Perlmutter, founder of Miami Law's Children and Youth Law Clinic, weighs in on the efforts to have the children returned. Recorded on February 20, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Everything you need to know about the March referendums 32:18

3M ago32:18

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On 8 March, the public is being asked to have their say in two separate votes - the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment. But are up to speed on what exactly they're about? We're joined this week by News Correspondent Órla Ryan, Political Editor Christina Finn, and Assistant News Editor Rónán Duffy to delve into everything you need to know.The E…

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S12 E5 Words Matter 13:06

3M ago13:06

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Several Supreme Court and Court of Appeals cases have hinged over the use of words and punctuation. Jill Barton, director of Miami Law's Legal Communications and Research Skill, writes about writing. Recorded February 13, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Why is measles on the rise again? 18:32

4M ago18:32

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Dr Scott Walkin, a GP in Co Mayo and the Irish College of General Practitioners’ lead for infection control, explains the impact of low uptake of the MMR vaccine, how sick measles can make you, and shares some crucial advice for parents of young children. So far in Ireland there have been several suspected cases of measles but at the time of record…

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S12 E4 Let's Play Antimonopoly 14:44

4M ago14:44

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As today's guest, antitrust expert John Newman recently wrote, the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice "have been on a tear. Recorded on February 6, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Episode 13: Telecommunications part 5, reliable communication with TCP 1:05:37

4M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

In episode 13, Shane and Dave explain how the internet ensures that data is delivered betweencomputers reliably and in order.

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What is life like in Turkey, one year after the earthquakes? 32:30

4M ago32:30

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We're joined by our Senior Producer Nicky Ryan, who has just returned from Turkey, and Diego Cupolo, editor-in-chief of the Turkey Recap newsletter, to look at the situation on the ground one year after the devastating earthquakes.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has been the ai…

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S12 E3 Charging Parents for the Crimes of the Child 27:53

4M ago27:53

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Michigan parents Jennifer and Jason Crumbly are being tried for a school shooting committed by their son. Criminal law expert Scott Sundby looks at the crime and the impact. Recorded February 1, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Power sharing returns to Stormont - how did we get here? 23:53

4M ago23:53

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Power sharing in the north has been stalled for two years due to the DUP's reluctance to participate. With the absence of any Stormont Assembly, Northern Ireland's public services have suffered. There are many political challenges ahead. But this week, DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson announced that the party’s executive had come to an agreement and vo…

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S12 E2 Progressive Prosecutors Fight Back 20:56

4M ago20:56

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspended two popular and elected progressive state attorneys, who promptly filed suit. Innocence Clinic Director Craig Trocino tracks the two cases. Recorded January 23, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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Is power sharing in Northern Ireland finished? 27:13

4M ago27:13

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Power sharing talks at Stormont have been going on for some time without ever reaching an agreement, taking its toll on the population. The culmination of this was a mass strike last week, where thousands of workers took to the streets in what’s been dubbed the largest strike in the North for 50 years. We're joined journalist and author - and curre…

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S12 E1 The Changing Face of Legal Education 12:15

4M ago12:15

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Major changes are coming to legal education, with JD-Next offered as an alternative to the LSAT and the NextGen bar exam, a shorter test focusing on eight foundational concepts and principles. Miami Law Dean David Yellen weighs the pros and cons. Recorded on January 17, 2024.Por University of Miami School of Law

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6: Ep 006 - Ozempic: a cheat code for weight loss? 15:52

5M ago15:52

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Ozempic, or how a treatment for diabetes became a cheat code for weight loss, and made a company worth more than the country it’s from.Por The Explainers

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Why did the US and the UK start bombing Yemen - and who are the Houthis? 30:13

5M ago30:13

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This week, we're looking at everything about Yemen that might have flown under the radar in recent years with Dr Elisabeth Kendall, the Mistress of Girton College at Cambridge University and an Arabist and middle east specialist. Who are the Houthis? What do they want? Why did the UK and the US act together against them? How has the world barely no…

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How exactly can you get some money back from Revenue? 35:10

5M ago35:10

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Marian Ryan, consumer tax manager with Taxback.com, joins us on this week's episode of The Explainer to demystify the world of income tax returns, statements of liability, and the Revenue website. She lays out why it's worthwhile for all PAYE workers to sniff around their tax return, and outlines the main tax refunds people are entitled to but ofte…

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Episode 12: Telecommunications Part 4, the internet! 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

In episode 12, Shane and Dave continue explaining the saga of telecommunications. Computer networks! How the technologies work that power the internet.

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Our favourite explanations of 2023 18:53

5M ago18:53

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Our team pick their favourite moments from the podcast in 2023.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has been the aim of The Journal for a decade. You can contribute to ensure we can keep questioning, investigating, debunking, explaining and informing at www.thejournal.ie/contribute/…

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The ups and downs of Irish politics in 2023 - and what does 2024 hold? 44:10

5M ago44:10

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We're joined in studio by our Political Correspondent Christina Finn and Political Reporter Jane Matthews to dissect the year that was, and to look at what 2024 what bring. Who were the political winner and losers? What was the most important legisilation passed? We also analyse how likely it is that an election will be called in the new year, and …

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Episode 11: Explaining Computers Part 2 53:25

5M ago53:25

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In episode 11, Shane and Dave continue explaining computers. This is the 2nd part in ato-be-determined-length saga.

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Ireland at the Golden Globes - who is nominated, and what are their chances? 28:14

6M ago28:14

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Author and arts journalist Aoife Barry takes us through the history of the awards as well as the familiar faces who are up for Best Actor. We also explore what is next for Murphy, Scott, and Keoghan, and what the Golden Globes mean for next year's Oscars.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in…

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Has the COP28 deal really ended the reign of fossil fuels? 25:34

6M ago25:34

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Will the new international plan to tackle climate change really achieve anything? Ou reporter Lauren Boland explains what the COP28 deal means, the drama of the last-minute agreement, the likelihood of it actually having an impact.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has been the ai…

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5: Ep 005 - Aliens and world governments - what's going on? 15:32

6M ago15:32

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“Aliens Working With The US Govt?!” is an entirely normal Tuesday lunchtime guilty pleasure video, if that is your wont. But UFOs and aliens have never been addressed seriously by governments and mainstream news outlets. Until now. Seetal explains why things may be a bit different this time around.Por The Explainers

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