The Kings Beat Podcast

<p>ESPN 1320‘s Kings Insider James Ham Fox, 40‘s Sean Cunningham and The Kings Pulse Podcast’s Brenden Nunes bring you the latest on the Sacramento Kings. With more than 30 years of combined experience covering of the team, the trio pull back the veil on one of the most dysfunctional franchises in professional sports.</p>

De'Aaron Fox scores 60, Kings fall to Minnesota in first NBA Cup game

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes of The Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include De’Aaron Fox’s career night in a loss to Minnesota, DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis join Malik Monk on the sideline, Orlando Robinson cleared for action and another episode of the Business of Basketball centered around the 2024-25 rookie class. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-17
01:20:32

De'Aaron Fox dealing with finger issue, Kings approach the 10 game mark

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes of The Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings' wins over the Trail Blazers and Jazz, Keon Ellis back in the rotation, Kevin Huerter finding his stride, DeMar DeRozan as advertised, Domantas Sabonis dominating the competition, as well as another episode of the Business of Basketball focused on whether the McDermott moves was the Kings' last before the start of the regular season. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-10
01:25:42

Kings get back to .500 with pair of wins, venture out on the road

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes of The Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings' wins over the Trail Blazers and Jazz, Keon Ellis back in the rotation, Kevin Huerter finding his stride, DeMar DeRozan as advertised, Domantas Sabonis dominating the competition, as well as another episode of the Business of Basketball focused on whether the McDermott moves was the Kings' last before the start of the regular season. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-31
01:11:39

Kings give up 21-0 run in fourth, fall to 0-2 on the season

Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings' 0-2 start, LeBron James turning back the clock, Keon Ellis left out of rotation and Kevin Huerter's misleading +/-. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-27
01:34:08

Kings trade away Jalen McDaniels, add sharpshooter Doug McDermott to roster

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes of The Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the addition of Doug McDermott, the subtraction of Jalen McDaniels, a recap of the Kings' latest preseason losses, some positives as well as another episode of the Business of Basketball focused on whether the McDermott moves was the Kings' last before the start of the regular season. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-16
01:04:52

Kings start preseason 0-2, but there is plenty to glean from losses

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include an updated injury report, Kings drop their first tow preseason games, takeaways from the play of Isaac Jones, Mason Jones, Colby Jones and Boogie Ellis, are their defensive concerns and another episode of the Business of Basketball focused on questions from then audience. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-13
01:34:52

Kings roll through training camp, prepare for upcoming preseason schedule

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings' first five days of training camp, injury updates, is there still a competition at the shooting guard spot with Kevin Huerter sidelined, DeMar DeRozan is the star of camp and Malik Monk seems to really love Sacramento. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-06
01:14:32

Kings set for media day, release training camp roster for 2024-25 season

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Karl-Anthony Towns trade to the New York Knicks, Kings injury updates heading into Monday's media day, training camp rosters announced and another episode of The Business of Basketball where we take questions from the audience. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

09-28
01:26:07

DeMar DeRozan's book released, De'Aaron Fox heads to China with Steph Curry

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the release of "Above the Noise," DeMar DeRozan's new book that was released this week. The DeRozan discussion led into a larger thread about current and former Kings and their stories off the court, including DeMarcus Cousins, Skal Labissiere and Darnell Jackson. We wrapped up the show with an episode of The Business of Basketball, where we fielded questions from the audience about the upcoming season. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

09-15
01:26:44

Kevin Huerter cleared for workouts, Domantas Sabonis to star in new Netflix series

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the latest on Kevin Huerter's shoulder recovery and what his absence could mean for the Kings, as well as a discussion on Domantas Sabonis' upcoming Netflix series. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

09-05
01:05:01

Kings kick tires on veteran free agents, continue offseason workouts

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings holding workouts for veteran free agents, Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Huerter meet up in SoCal and a Business of Basketball segment centered around where Huerter fits in this season. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

08-24
01:08:06

Orlando Robinson gets solid guarantee, Lauri Markkanen officially off table

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the addition of Orlando Robinson, Lauri Markkanen officially off the table, Team USA heading to gold medal game and another episode of The Business of Basketball centered around whether the Kings should be scouting the Olympics for talent. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

08-10
01:18:56

Kings fill 15th roster spot, but are they done building out the roster?

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include Kings' addition of Boogie Ellis, projecting starting lineups and rotations two months before training camp, did Kings change their window of success with DeMar DeRozan signing and another edition of the Business of Basketball centered around the team's handling of G League and two-way players. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

08-02
01:13:56

Takeaways from Summer League, Kings add Orlando Robinson

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include Kings coaching additions, Orlando Robinson joins the squad, a recap of Las Vegas Summer League and a deep dive into the trade that brought DeMar DeRozan to Sacramento. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

07-25
01:19:17

Kings still searching for right trade, quiet in free agency

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the churning rumor mill with the Kings linked to both Brandon Ingram and Lauri Markkanen, Kings first round pick Devin Carter lands in Sacramento, what to make of the Davion Mitchell/Sasha Vezenkov trade and another episode of The Business of Basketball centered around whether the Kings will make a big move or not. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

07-02
01:24:13

Domantas Sabonis changes his number, Sasha Vezenkov just wants to play

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include some more information on Sasha Vezenkov situation, TRey Lyles gets an invite to Team Canada, Domantas Sabonis changes his number and an episode of The Business of Basketball centered around Brian Windhorst comments aimed at Luka Doncic following Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

06-15
01:30:40

With Mike Brown's extension complete, focus shifts to draft, trades and free agency

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include Mike Brown's extension with the Kings, the media battle between Adrian Wojnarowski and Shams Charania, draft intel is scarce in Sacramento, and an episode of The Business of Basketball centered around what Brown's extension means for the rest of the offseason. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

06-07
01:14:41

NBA legend passes, Kings coaching situation is getting complicated

Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the passing of NBA legend Bill Walton, and update on Mike Brown’s contract situation, what have we learned from watching the Western and Eastern Conference Finals, and some questions from the audience. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-27
01:30:53

Kings linked to multiple bigs, rumor mill already heating up

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include NBA playoffs biggest surprises, Kings being named dropped with both Jonas Valanciunas and Jarrett Allen, Mike Brown’s contract situation should be a no brainer and an episode of The Business of Basketball about Malik Monk’s upcoming free agency and how it ties to the team’s decision on Brown.  Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-19
01:11:24

Keegan Murray set to represent Kings at NBA Draft lottery

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. The Kings Beat merchandise shop: https://thekingsbeat.myshopify.com/ Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe Want to advertise on The Kings Beat Podcast? We're taking sponsorship inquiries: https://airtable.com/shrEpprMxX1AF1U6U Link to Prize Picks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KI... Password: KINGSBEAT #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

05-12
01:13:57

Kenneth Harris

Kings need to bench Mitchell!

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Aaron Pullano

Well done my friends. Love it.

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