Are We Living in a Computer Simulation? ~ Jim Elvidge – Video


Are We Living in a Computer Simulation? ~ Jim Elvidge
redicecreations.com http http://www.theuniversesolved.com Are We Living in a Computer Simulation? ~ Jim Elvidge March 13,2008 Jim Elvidge author of "The Universe Solved" discusses the possibility that our reality (the universe) is programmed or that we #39;re living in a simulation. Is the concept of the Matrix possible? If we #39;re not in a simulation then how far away are we from creating our own simulated reality? Jim Elvidge Bio An expert in complex computational systems, with over 20 years of research in cosmology, quantum mechanics, philosophy, anomalies, and futurism, Jim Elvidge presents a theory of reality so perfect, so powerful, that it explains all known scientific and cultural anomalies. Why is the universe so perfectly designed to support life and matter? Why does life feel like it is accelerating? Why do people see UFOs? Is there life after death? "So I would have to conclude that we are not biological willing participants but rather spiritual entities occupying an advanced machine somewhere in the universe" Jim Elvidge ARE YOU LIVING IN A COMPUTER SIMULATION? - Nick Bostrom http://www.simulation-argument.com 10000000000000000 calculations per second http://www.japantimes.co.jp New Tools For Rewriting The Code Of Life, Enables Creating Artificial Life Forms nanopatentsandinnovations.blogspot.com The Dynamic Unity of Reality http://www.spaceandmotion.comFrom:cosmiccontinuumViews:27 3ratingsTime:59:27More inEducation

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Let’s Roleplay Fallout 3. Episode 28 – Video


Let #39;s Roleplay Fallout 3. Episode 28
This is the story of Nathan Moore, a 19 year old vault dweller navigating the irradiated wasteland. This is an ironman playthrough, with a focus on role playing from the first person perspective. I #39;ll happily answer any questions in the comments section. [Keywords: Let #39;s Play, Fallout 3, Bethesda, RPG, Role Playing, Infernocanuck, Post-apocalyptic, Retro-futurism, video game ]From:infernocanuckViews:29 2ratingsTime:22:38More inGaming

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Singularity Summit 2012: the lion doesn't sleep tonight

By Razib Khan | October 15, 2012 10:07 pm

Last weekend I was at the Singularity Summit for a few days. There were interesting speakers, but the reality is that quite often a talk given at a conference has been given elsewhere, and there isnt going to be much value-add in the Q & A, which is often limited and constrained. No, the point of the conference is to meet interesting people, and there were some conference goers who didnt go to any talks at all, but simply milled around the lobby, talking to whoever they chanced upon.

I spent a lot of the conference talking about genomics, and answering questions about genomics, if I thought could give a precise, accurate, and competent answer (e.g., I dodged any microbiome related questions because I dont know much about that). Perhaps more curiously, in the course of talking about personal genomics issues relating to my daughters genotype came to the fore, and I would ask if my interlocutorhad seen the lion. By the end of the conference a substantial proportion of the attendees had seen the lion.

This included a polite Estonian physicist. I spent about 20 minutes talking to him and his wife about personal genomics (since he was a physicist he grokked abstract and complex explanations rather quickly), and eventually I had to show him the lion. But during the course of the whole conference he was the only one who had a counter-response: he pulled up a photo of his 5 children! Touch! Only as I was leaving did I realize that Id been talking the ear off of Jaan Tallinn, the lead developer of Skype . For much of the conference Tallinn stood like an impassive Nordic sentinel, engaging in discussions with half a dozen individuals in a circle (often his wife was at his side, though she often engaged people by herself). Some extremely successful and wealthy people manifest a certain reticence, rightly suspicious that others may attempt to cultivate them for personal advantage. Tallinn seems to be immune to this syndrome. His manner and affect resemble that of a graduate student. He was there to learn, listen, and was exceedingly patient even with the sort of monomaniacal personality which dominated conference attendees (I plead guilty!).

At the conference I had a press pass, but generally I just introduced myself by name. But because of the demographic I knew that many people would know me from this weblog, and that was the case (multiple times Id talk to someone for 5 minutes, and theyd finally ask if I had a blog, nervous that theyd gone false positive). An interesting encounter was with a 22 year old young man who explained that he stumbled onto my weblog while searching for content on the singularity. This surprised me, because this is primarily a weblog devoted to genetics, and my curiosity about futurism and technological change is marginal. Nevertheless, it did make me reconsider the relative paucity of information on the singularity out there on the web (or, perhaps websites discussing the singularity dont have a high Pagerank, I dont know).

I also had an interesting interaction with an individual who was at his first conference. A few times he spoke of Ray, and expressed disappointment that Ray Kurzweil had not heard of Bitcoin, which was part of his business. Though I didnt say it explicitly, I had to break it to this individual that Ray Kurzweil is not god. In fact, I told him to watch for the exits when Kurzweils time to talk came up. He would notice that many Summit volunteers and other V.I.P. types would head for the lobby. And thats exactly what happened.

There are two classes of reasons why this occurs. First, Kurzweil gives the same talks many times, and people dont want to waste their time listening to him repeat himself. Second, Kurzweils ideas are not universally accepted within the community which is most closely associated with Singularity Institute. In fact, I dont recall ever meeting a 100-proof Kurzweilian. So why is the singularity so closely associated with Ray Kurzweil in the public mind? Why not Vernor Vinge? Ultimately, its because Ray Kurzweil is not just a thinker, hes a marketer and businessman. Kurzweils personal empire is substantial, and hes a wealthy man from his previous ventures. He doesnt need the singularity movement, he has his own means of propagation and communication. People interested in the concept of the singularity may come in through Kurzweils books, articles, and talks, but if they become embedded in the hyper-rational community which has grown out of acceptance of the possibility of the singularity theyll come to understand that Kurzweil is no god or Ayn Rand, and that pluralism of opinion and assessment is the norm. I feel rather ridiculous even writing this, because Ive known people associated with the singularity movement for so many years (e.g., Michael Vassar) that I take all this as a given. But after talking to enough people, and even some of the more naive summit attendees, I thought it would be useful to lay it all out there.

As for the talks, many of them, such as Steven Pinkers, would be familiar to readers of this weblog. Others, perhaps less so. Linda Avey and John Wilbanksgave complementary talks about personalized data and bringing healthcare into the 21st century. To make a long story short it seems that Aveys new firm aims to make the quantified self into a retail & wholesale business. Wilbanks made the case for grassroots and open source data sharing, both genetic and phenotypic. In fact, Avey explicitly suggested her new firm aims to be to phenotypes what her old firm, 23andMe, is to genotypes. Im a biased audience, obviously I disagree very little with any of the arguments which Avey and Wilbanks deployed (I also appreciated Linda Aveys emphasis on the fact that you own your own information). But Im also now more optimistic about the promise of this enterprise after getting a more fleshed out case. Nevertheless, I see change in this space to be a ten year project. We wont see much difference in the next few I suspect.

The two above talks seem only tangentially related to the singularity in all its cosmic significance. Other talks also exhibited the same distance, such as Pinkers talk on violence. But let me highlight two individuals who spoke more to the spirit of the Summit at its emotional heart. Laura Deming is a young woman whose passion for research really impressed me, and made me hopeful for the future of the human race. This the quest for science at its purest. No careerism, no politics, just straight up assault on an insurmountable problem. If I had to bet money, I dont think shell succeed. But at least this isnt a person who is going to expend their talents on making money on Wall Street. Im hopeful that significant successes will come out of her battles in the course of a war I suspect shell lose.

The second talk which grabbed my attention was the aforementioned Jaan Tallinns. Jaans talk was about the metaphysics of the singularity, and it was presented in a congenial cartoon form. Being a physicist it was larded with some of the basic presuppositions of modern cosmology (e.g., multi-verse), but also extended the logic in a singularitariandirection. And yet Tallinn ended his talk with a very humanistic message. I dont even know what to think of some of his propositions, but he certainly has me thinking even now. Sometimes its easy to get fixated on your own personal obsessions, and lose track of the cosmic scale.

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Photogenic- strenous yet novelty – Video


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Instrumental by Mobb Deep she heard a whisper outside her box, went to the living room baracaded by locks, it was the fortress of density and flox, by the time there was room to notice, her awareness sat afraid and pine cones came to dress her in benevelonce, but somehow the dragon was the prince, the princess a lioness and a white picket fence, the earnest to not doubt nor remove the sneps within their ribbons, a robin came by and with her anscestry lie, the corruption must not devor for the favor, but there was an alphabet without numbers, but in order an order an anthology and a borders, she went to the book store and I found someone elese to speak with and tell my hearts regret too, by the time we noticed that anything was freedom, it was time to go back to visit her and the bocx, every simple lectrue electrified and the dignity scribbled it #39;s scrutiny with an envelope and stampede label the hourglass fell beneath a shutter of crayolas and by the strendous libidos the hormonal shot the natural, scientific isn #39;t it, the way boasters remind themselves and the way crayons draw, but the madest curtain was the one never opened, so the shock of it all told the whole story, but left out the most clear responses, somehow the princess became awed by the odd square and the dragon prince became a system of produced shares, the whole I might give you what you want but there are things outside the box, how can such abrical solutions repent to such allegore dellusion? In case the ...From:antscribesViews:3 0ratingsTime:05:31More inEntertainment

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Parkour Free Running Fail Compilation 3 parkour Free Running can be really dangerous so train proper and rested. Avoid trying stuff that is too big of a jump for your current level. Pun intended. Parkour (French pronunciation: #8203;[pa #641; #712;ku #641;]) (abbreviated PK) is a training discipline that developed out of military obstacle course training. Practitioners aim to move from one place to another, negotiating the obstacles in between. The discipline uses no equipment and is non-competitive. A male practitioner is generally called a "traceur", a female a "traceuse". Developed by Raymond Belle, David Belle, Sbastien Foucan and other members of the original Yamakasi group, parkour became popular in the 1990s and 2000s through a series of documentaries and films featuring these practitioners and others. According to Williams Belle, the philosophies and theories behind parkour are an integral aspect of the art, one that many non-practitioners have never been exposed to. Belle trains people because he wants "it to be alive" and for "people to use it". Chu Belle explains it is a "type of freedom" or "kind of expression"; that parkour is "only a state of mind" rather than a set of actions, and that it is about overcoming and adapting to mental and emotional obstacles as well as physical barriers. A newer convention of parkour philosophy has been the idea of "human reclamation". Andy (Animus of Parkour North America) clarifies it as "a means of reclaiming what it means to be a human ...From:durianriderViews:1 0ratingsTime:01:24More inComedy

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Arsenic Old Lace: Behind the Scenes
Working with this cast was an experience I couldn #39;t begin to imagine. Coming from a wide variety of social circles I think we all felt a freedom to be ourselves, and that freedom isn #39;t one that you get often in high school. By far, you guys are the most incredible cast and crew I #39;ve worked with. All I have to say: I might not be a Brewster but I sure wish I still was. Music: Anna Sun - Walk The MoonFrom:concon4j116Views:5 0ratingsTime:03:14More inFilm Animation

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Nov. 10, 2012 Johnny Achi from AA4Syria on KPFK Radio views about Al Jazeera – Video


Nov. 10, 2012 Johnny Achi from AA4Syria on KPFK Radio views about Al Jazeera
Arab Americans for Syria representative Johnny Achi on KPFK Radio Freedom Now show discussing the latest events in Syria, Al Jazeera #39;s negative inciteful rhetoric, and misrepresentation of the facts, played a very negative roll in the Syrian crisis. All the different opposition not condemning crimes and act of violence by other oppositions Muslim Brotherhood and Al-Qaeda committing atrocities against pro government civilians. #1593; #1590; #1608; #1604; #1580; #1606; #1577; #1575; #1604; #1593; #1585; #1576; #1575; #1604; #1571; #1605; #1610; #1585; #1603; #1575; #1606; #1604; #1604; #1583; #1601; #1575; #1593; #1593; #1606; #1587; #1608; #1585; #1610; #1575; #1580; #1608; #1606; #1610; #1593; #1588; #1610;From:Arab AmericansViews:0 0ratingsTime:08:31More inNonprofits Activism

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Dawning of the Inferno – Awaken feat. Andrew Baena (2012) – Video


Dawning of the Inferno - Awaken feat. Andrew Baena (2012)
Lyrics: Awaken Welcome to a cruel and unjust awakening. I said wake the fuck up, and accept the treachery. Breath in the filth of these inbreed pigs that attempt to hold control amongst us all. They promise us peace and hospitality. But we receive deception, war, and hostility. Choke on your tongue some more and feed us lies. It #39;s wretched scum like you why our civilization dies. Corruption. Destruction. Dissention. Abomination. Emerge from this hell that we suffer in. Ascend with your self righteousness, And taste your cravings of revenge. Watch them tremble as we unify, and scream as our demons arise. Slaughter them all. Amputation. Mutilation. Torment all, for they have chosen Ruptured skulls and dismembered organs. I smash his face over and over. Fingers gouged within eye sockets. Fractured jaw, broken nose I slice him open from head to toe, No feelings left but Satisfaction. The aroma. This sensation. The taste. Feel my anguish. Inhale, Exhale, now take this in. Fuck your world and fuck your laws My free will shall not be controlled by you Fuck your world Fuck your laws I #39;d rather die with my freedom, Then live under control of you http://www.facebook.com Like us on Facebook : http://www.facebook.com Guest Vocalist Andrew Baena of Galactic Pegasus at 1:39. http://www.facebook.com Free Download:From:DawningoftheInfernoViews:17 1ratingsTime:04:36More inMusic

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Apps Plus Comms- Mass Effect Part 18- Leaves Citadel, for people who want to avoid all that bullshit – Video


Apps Plus Comms- Mass Effect Part 18- Leaves Citadel, for people who want to avoid all that bullshit
http://www.apps-plus.blogspot.ca A democratic run of the original Mass Effect for Xbox 360. Commentator: Lorl Co-commentators: Hatok, Urdon, The Cake Loving Artist In this episode: Freedom... no wait, never mind Facebook: http://www.facebook.com Twitter: twitter.com Blip: blip.tv Buy this game: http://www.amazon.com Mass Effect is owned by Bioware, a subsidiary of Electronic ArtsFrom:AppsPlusBlogViews:0 0ratingsTime:13:24More inGaming

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Detained Italy editor "escapes" to push for press freedom

ROME (Reuters) - The editor of an Italian newspaper was re-arrested on Saturday, police said, after he intentionally violated the terms of his house detention to draw attention to the issue of press freedom.

Alessandro Sallusti, editor-in-chief of Il Giornale, a newspaper owned by the family of former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, was sentenced to 14 months in September for a libellous article in 2007, when he was at another newspaper.

His case has become a cause celebre in the media because parliament had been considering a law that would have toughened jail sentences and sanctions for journalists convicted of libel.

Sallusti said he intentionally violated the terms of his house arrest when he left his home to bring attention to continuing dangers to press freedom.

He said he wanted to make a "political provocation".

He was later returned to house arrest and faces a new trial for evading custody.

Italian journalists had scheduled a one-day strike last week but called it off after receiving assurances that the law would be modified.

(This story was corrected to make clear Senate did not approve the law)

(Reporting by Philip Pullella; Editing by Sophie Hares)

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Freedom Credit Union Is Now Offering Emergency Relief Loans

Following the credit union motto of People helping People, Freedom Credit Union is happy to be able to make available to their members an Emergency Relief Loan for those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

(PRWEB) November 30, 2012

Freedom Credit Union has dedicated two million dollars to offer members in need of making repairs due to the recent storm. Members can borrow up to $1,500 at 3.99% APR* over an 18 month period. Applications for these Emergency Relief Loans will be accepted until December 31st of this year or until $2 million dollar threshold is reached.

Applying for an Emergency Relief Loan from Freedom Credit Union offers many benefits. With flexible underwriting, quick approval, and funding made available into the Members Freedom account, the Member will finally be able to take a break from the hardship of the storm. Freedom Credit Union prides itself on taking care of its Members and understanding the individuals who need help with a Philadelphia home loan. No two Members needs are the same, and Freedom understands this. Freedom Credit Union and its employees feel a sense of pride that members trust them to be a resource in a time of need.

About Freedom Credit Union:

Freedom Credit Union has been a trusted financial partner in the Philadelphia area since 1934. They are a not-for-profit organization offering better rates, lower fees, and helpful service accompanied with expert advice. Membership is available for individuals as well as businesses and other organizations.

For more information regarding Freedom Credit Union visit https://www.FreedomCU.org

*Offer valid until December 31st, 2012 or until $2 million dollar threshold is reached. Freedom Credit Union reserves the right to terminate the promotion at any time. Applicants must be a Member prior to application date. Member cannot be in the process of filing bankruptcy, have previously defaulted on a Freedom loan in the past, or currently be delinquent on a Freedom loan. New money only and cannot be combined with any other loan. Repayment must be made through automatic transfer from Freedom Account. *3.99% APR is a fixed rate for all approved applicants regardless of credit score. Repayment of $1,500 borrowed over 18 months is $86.13 per month.

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Freedom Specialty Insurance Company Celebrates Its Five-Year Anniversary

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Freedom Specialty opened its doors in New York, New York, in 2007. In that short period of time, the company has become a premier specialty liability carrier with three regional offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Chicago and direct written premium of more than $250 million in 2012. Most importantly, Freedom Specialty has built steadfast partnerships with their customers.

What Freedom Specialty has accomplished in five years is just the beginning. Under the guidance of Craig Landi, senior vice president, the company will continue to grow and diversify to address the needs of the specialty liability market including product expansion in Surety, Cyber, EPL, Fiduciary, Fidelity and a variety of new programs. Freedom Specialty will also continue to offer the decisiveness, responsiveness, and solutions brokers and program managers need for their insureds, including an innovative mix of proven products.

"Our success depends on our customers' success," Craig said. "And were excited to be here for our customers now and in the future."

The company expresses appreciation to their customers for their business over the last five years and looks forward to continued success.

About Freedom Specialty

Freedom Specialty Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Scottsdale Insurance Company, represents a wealth of experience in specialty liability insurance, and provides specialized expertise, dynamic problem-solving, and decisive responsiveness to the needs of their clients. Backed by Nationwide and an A.M. Best A+XV rating, the companys financial strength and stability allows it to serve as a vanguard in specialty liability lines.

Visit http://www.freedomspecialtyins.com to learn more, or call Craig Landi at 212-329-6901.

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Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 13) – Video


Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 13)
Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 13) Stand up against abuse of power, abuse of trust, bullying, institutional racism, ethnocentrism, illegal discrimination, viewpoint discrimination, workplace mobbing, constructive discharge, blacklisting, blackballing, gang stalking/cause stalking, conspiracy against rights, ambient abuse, eugenics, kangaroo courts, selective prosecution, dog whistle politics, harassment, gaslighting, intentional infliction of emotional distress, malfeasance, misfeasance, nonfeasance, administrative manipulation, undue influence, malicious compliance, fraud, cults, cult mind control, behavior modification, group narcissism, group think, statism, collectivism, fascist Christianity (Dominionists), astroturf groups, front groups, homophobia, xenophobia, classism, pathological personality disorders (people of the lie), counseling malpractice, toxic parents, Machiavellianism, man-hating feminism, obscurantism, doublespeak, obfuscation, circumlocution, loaded questions, thought-terminating cliches, pretexts, conflicts of interest, classism, and more!From:ActivismOfCareViews:6 0ratingsTime:14:57More inNonprofits Activism

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Solutions For Targeted Iindividuals (Part 12) – Video


Solutions For Targeted Iindividuals (Part 12)
Solutions For Targeted Iindividuals (Part 12) Stand up against abuse of power, abuse of trust, bullying, institutional racism, ethnocentrism, illegal discrimination, viewpoint discrimination, workplace mobbing, constructive discharge, blacklisting, blackballing, gang stalking/cause stalking, conspiracy against rights, ambient abuse, eugenics, kangaroo courts, selective prosecution, dog whistle politics, harassment, gaslighting, intentional infliction of emotional distress, malfeasance, misfeasance, nonfeasance, administrative manipulation, undue influence, malicious compliance, fraud, cults, cult mind control, behavior modification, group narcissism, group think, statism, collectivism, fascist Christianity (Dominionists), astroturf groups, front groups, homophobia, xenophobia, classism, pathological personality disorders (people of the lie), counseling malpractice, toxic parents, Machiavellianism, man-hating feminism, obscurantism, doublespeak, obfuscation, circumlocution, loaded questions, thought-terminating cliches, pretexts, conflicts of interest, classism, and more!From:ActivismOfCareViews:14 0ratingsTime:14:47More inNonprofits Activism

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Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 14) – Video


Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 14)
Solutions For Targeted Individuals (Part 14) Stand up against abuse of power, abuse of trust, bullying, institutional racism, ethnocentrism, illegal discrimination, viewpoint discrimination, workplace mobbing, constructive discharge, blacklisting, blackballing, gang stalking/cause stalking, conspiracy against rights, ambient abuse, eugenics, kangaroo courts, selective prosecution, dog whistle politics, harassment, gaslighting, intentional infliction of emotional distress, malfeasance, misfeasance, nonfeasance, administrative manipulation, undue influence, malicious compliance, fraud, cults, cult mind control, behavior modification, group narcissism, group think, statism, collectivism, fascist Christianity (Dominionists), astroturf groups, front groups, homophobia, xenophobia, classism, pathological personality disorders (people of the lie), counseling malpractice, toxic parents, Machiavellianism, man-hating feminism, obscurantism, doublespeak, obfuscation, circumlocution, loaded questions, thought-terminating cliches, pretexts, conflicts of interest, classism, and more!From:ActivismOfCareViews:10 0ratingsTime:14:57More inNonprofits Activism

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DON OBAMA AND THE MEDICAL MAFIA – Video


DON OBAMA AND THE MEDICAL MAFIA
TRUTH TALK NEWS host Howard Nema exposes the Affordable Care Act aka Obamacare and the historic rise of the medical mafia through socialized medicine. Founded in Germany in 1884 by Prince Otto Von Bismarck, socialized medicine was greatly influenced by the American eugenics movement to the absolute delight of the world #39;s uber elite. THE HISTORY OF EUGENICS: Elitist Sir Francis Galton founded and coined the term, "EUGENICS" in the 1880 prime;s. Galton studied the upper classes of Britain, and arrived at the conclusion that their social positions were due to a superior genetic makeup. Early proponents of eugenics believed that, through selective breeding, the human species should direct its own evolution. They tended to believe in the genetic superiority of Nordic, Germanic and Anglo-Saxon peoples; supported strict immigration and anti-miscegenation laws; and supported the forcible sterilization of the poor, disabled and "immoral". The American eugenics movement received extensive funding from various corporate foundations including the Carnegie Institution, Rockefeller Foundation, and the Harriman railroad fortune. In 1906 JH Kellogg provided funding to help found the Race Betterment Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. Soon after, in 1911, The Eugenics Records Office was founded by the renowned biologist Charles B. Davenport in Cold Spring Harbor, New York using money from the Harriman railroad fortune and the Rockefeller Foundation through the Carnegie Institution ...From:FREEDOMFIRSTFILMSViews:49 5ratingsTime:56:49More inEducation

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