New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Podcast
191 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn depth discussion of the weekly New Yorker Caption Contest as well as interviews with Cartoonists and former Contest winners.
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Intro/Outro music created and performed by Chris Nesja.
Podcast logo designed by Dan Nesja with artwork by Shannon Wheeler.
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Episodes
Episode 68 - Matt Diffee
July 21, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Matt Diffee. We discuss how he got into cartooning, the caption contest, his twenty year career and why he (mostly) stopped submitting to The New Yorker. We also discuss his art style and how cartoons have changed over the years. visit his website to see his work and purchase his books. www.matthewdiffee.com/books On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #807 Finalists for contest...
Episode 67 - Drew Dernavich is Back
July 06, 2022 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBOn this week's episode, Drew Dernavich is back to discuss what he's been up to and shares the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a knight guarding a sand castle in Contest #806. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #808 and the current Contest #810. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 66- Alex Gregory
June 30, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist and Hollywood screenwriter Alex Gregory. We discuss his career in cartooning, the caption contest, and why he stopped submitting to The New Yorker. We also discuss his career as a screenwriter and his experience winning an Emmy for his work on HBO's Veep as well as the new project he's working on. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #805 Finalists for contest #807 Current Ne...
Episode 65- Lawrence Wood
June 23, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBOn this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We discuss his recent third place position in the New Yorker Caption Contest which increases his record to 13 times as a finalist. We also discuss this week's finalists and current cartoon for the New Yorker Caption Contest. Finally, we talk about the changes to the Cartoon Stock caption contest now that there's a $1,000 cash prize. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 65- Lawrence Wood
June 23, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBOn this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We discuss his recent third place position in the New Yorker Caption Contest which increases his record to 13 times as a finalist. We also discuss this week's finalists and current cartoon for the New Yorker Caption Contest. Finally, we talk about the changes to the Cartoon Stock caption contest now that there's a $1,000 cash prize. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 64 - Ellis Rosen
June 15, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ellis Rosen. We discuss his career in cartooning, the cartoon contest, "SEND HELP!", his recent book collaboration with Jon Adams and the origins of “Ned”, who we hope to see more often in the New Yorker! You can check out some of Ellis's cartoons at his website: https://ellis-rosen.format.com Vin was unable to join us for our interview with Ellis, but he does join us for… … Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning c...
Episode 63 - Adam Sacks
June 09, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Adam Sacks. We discuss his time-consuming drawing process, how he broke into the New Yorker and selling his first cartoon. We also talk in detail about his recent cartoon in the caption contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #802 Finalists for contest #804 Current New Yorker Contest #806 Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 62 - Bob Mankoff And The $1000 Cartoon Caption Contest
June 01, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Mankoff. Bob was the New Yorker Cartoon Editor from 1997 to 2017. He currently runs CartoonStock, the world's largest online database of cartoons for licensing, products, and original art. On June 7th, CartoonStock will be starting a new Caption Contest in which the winning caption will receive a one thousand dollar cash prize! We talk to Bob about that contest on this episode. You can find out more about the contest here: https://www....
Episode 61 - Bob Staake
May 25, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Staake. Bob is an illustrator, author and New Yorker cover artist for some of their most well-known and iconic covers. We discuss his unlikely start into the illustration world and some of the inner workings of how New Yorker covers come to be. We also discuss his passion for cartooning, writing children's books and much more. You can find out more about Bob at his website: www.bobstaake.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... ...
Episode 61 - Bob Staake
May 25, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Staake. Bob is an illustrator, author and New Yorker cover artist for some of their most well-known and iconic covers. We discuss his unlikely start into the illustration world and some of the inner workings of how New Yorker covers come to be. We also discuss his passion for cartooning, writing children's books and much more. You can find out more about Bob at his website: www.bobstaake.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... ...
Episode 60 - Lars Kenseth
May 19, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Writer and Animation Artist, Lars Kenseth. We discuss his career in cartooning and how he developed his “Weeble” people style. We also take side trips into politics, creepy clowns and intimate relations with whiteboards. And you can find out more about lars at his website: https://www.larskenseth.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #799 Finalists for contest #801 Cu...
Episode 59 - Mike Twohy
May 11, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and Author Mike Twohy. We discuss his path into The New Yorker, writing cartoons for Charles Adams, and his thoughts on being the very first cartoon in the caption contest, as well as how that came about. We also discuss his children's books and his goal to become a satisfied cartoonist. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #798 Finalists for contest #800 Current New Yorker Contest ...
Episode 58 - Wayno
May 04, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Syndicated Cartoonist, Wayno. We discuss his cartooning pursuits at The New Yorker, Nickelodeon, Entertainment Weekly and many other magazines as well as his own comic strip Bizarro. We also discuss his band where he plays the harmonica and sings for The Red Beans & Rice Combo. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #797 Finalists for contest #799 Current New Yorker Contest #801 Send us questi...
Episode 58 - Wayno
May 04, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Syndicated Cartoonist, Wayno. We discuss his cartooning pursuits at The New Yorker, Nickelodeon, Entertainment Weekly and many other magazines as well as his own comic strip Bizarro. We also discuss his band where he plays the harmonica and sings for The Red Beans & Rice Combo. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #797 Finalists for contest #799 Current New Yorker Contest #801 Send us questi...
Episode 57 - Liam Francis Walsh
April 21, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBThis week’s podcast features Liam Francis Walsh. We talk with Liam about his upcoming graphic novel, “RED SCARE”. Due out on May 3rd. We also talk about his cartoons, life in general and why New York City water is the best water in the world. You can find and order his book from his website: http://liamfranciswalsh.com/index.html I’ve already pre-ordered my copy! On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #796 Finalists for contest #798 Curr...
Episode 56 - David Sipress
April 13, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and Author David Sipress. We discuss his early days of being interested in New Yorker cartoons at the young age of six and his long path of eventually selling his fist cartoon to the magazine. We also discuss some of his most well known cartoons, his thoughts on the caption contest, and his new memoir What's So Funny? You can find out more about David and purchase his book on his website: www.davidsipress.com On Part 1 of the epis...
Episode 55 - Charlie Hankin
April 06, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Writer and Actor Charlie Hankin. We discuss how he broke into cartooning and share our favorite cartoons of his. We also discuss two of the webseries he co-created called God Cop Great Cop and New Timers which both can be found on his website below. Finally, we discuss his writing and acting career and current experience working in a writing room with Seth Macfarlane. And you can find out more about Charlie at his website: www.ch...
Bonus Episode - Paul Nesja Morning Show Interview
April 03, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.51 MBOn this short bonus episode, we replay an interview Paul Nesja did with Wisconsin Public Radio's Morning Show to discuss his five New Yorker Caption Contest finalist placements in the past three years.
Bonus Episode - Paul Nesja Morning Show Interview
April 03, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.51 MBOn this short bonus episode, we replay an interview Paul Nesja did with Wisconsin Public Radio's Morning Show to discuss his five New Yorker Caption Contest finalist placements in the past three years.
Episode 54 - Liza Donnelly
March 31, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and author Liza Donnelly. We discuss “Very Funny Ladies”, her recent book devoted to the New Yorker women cartoonists. We also discuss her own career as a very funny lady! Her work has been featured on CNN , CBS News, The New York Times and many other media outlets. She has also delivered a popular TED talk that has been translated into 38 languages and viewed over 1.4 million times. You can order Liza’s book here: https://www.oblon...
Episode 53 - Brian Hawes and Seth Roberts
March 23, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonists Brian Hawes and Seth Roberts. Brian and Seth chat with us about working as a team to develop cartoons and share how their partnership came about. We also discuss their long and interesting path breaking into The New Yorker as well as the other work they're collaborating on. And, of course, we discuss their recent cartoon in the caption contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest...
Episode 52 - Lonnie Millsap Returns
March 17, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this week’s episode, we’re joined again by New Yorker Cartoonist Lonnie Millsap. Lonnie discusses his thoughts on the winner for his cartoon (our own Paul Nesja!) in Caption Contest #791. He also sticks around to discuss the Finalists for Contest #793 and this week’s Contest #795 Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 52 - Lonnie Millsap Returns
March 17, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this week’s episode, we’re joined again by New Yorker Cartoonist Lonnie Millsap. Lonnie discusses his thoughts on the winner for his cartoon (our own Paul Nesja!) in Caption Contest #791. He also sticks around to discuss the Finalists for Contest #793 and this week’s Contest #795 Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 51 - Farley Katz
March 09, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Farley Katz. Farley is the former Assistant Cartoon Editor of the New Yorker where he was gatekeeper for The New Yorker Caption Contest. We discuss in detail his role as Assistant Cartoon Editor and his process for selecting the finalists. We also discuss his career in cartooning, advertising and writing. On part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Finalists for contest #792 Current New Yorker Contest #794 Send us questions or com...
Episode 50 - Christopher Weyant
March 03, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined again by cartoonist Christopher Weyant. Chris shares with us the origins and original caption for his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a man hovering with butterfly wings in Contest #789. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #791 and the current Contest #793. You can purchase Chris' new book "This is Not Enough (You Are Not Small Book 6) on amazon www.amazon.com/This-Not-Enough-Small-Book-ebook/dp/B097MPSFDS Send us questions or commen...
Episode 49 - E. S. Glenn
February 24, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Everett (E. S.) Glenn. Everett talks with us about his career in cartooning and how he got his start with the New Yorker. We also discuss the captions for his cartoon in Contest #788. Along the way we diverge into talking about living in Berlin and Europe, fashion and the meaning of the word “chill”. You can find out more about Everett on his Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/ev_glenn/?hl=en You can also buy his Unsmooth co...
Episode 48 - Mark Parisi
February 16, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist Mark Parisi . We open the show discussing how Mark became interested in cartooning and breaking into the industry. We also discuss his successful syndicated comic strip, Off the Mark, and some of his most well known viral cartoons. Later, we select a winner for our own caption contest that Mark drew for our podcast listeners. You can find Mark's caption contest cartoon on his facebook page www.facebook.com/offthemarkcomic You can learn ...
Episode 48 - Mark Parisi
February 16, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist Mark Parisi . We open the show discussing how Mark became interested in cartooning and breaking into the industry. We also discuss his successful syndicated comic strip, Off the Mark, and some of his most well known viral cartoons. Later, we select a winner for our own caption contest that Mark drew for our podcast listeners. You can find Mark's caption contest cartoon on his facebook page www.facebook.com/offthemarkcomic You can learn ...
Episode 47- Tom Toro Returns
February 09, 2022 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined once again by cartoonist Tom Toro. Tom shares with us the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a couple packing archaic inventions in Contest #787. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #789 and the current Contest #791. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 47- Tom Toro Returns
February 09, 2022 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined once again by cartoonist Tom Toro. Tom shares with us the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a couple packing archaic inventions in Contest #787. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #789 and the current Contest #791. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 46 - Pia Guerra & Ian Boothby
February 03, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonists Pia Guerra and Ian Boothby. Pia and Ian talk with us about how they work together as a team to come up with their cartoons and about their past work in comic books (and Mad Magazine!). You can find out more about Pia and Ian (and buy the books mentioned in the podcast) at their website here: http://www.hellkitty.com You can also find their ongoing cartoon “Mannequin on the Moon” here: https://www.gocomics.com/mannequin-on-the...
Episode 45 - Drew Dernavich
January 27, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined once again by cartoonist Drew Dernavich. Drew shares with us the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a piano in front of a saloon in Contest #785. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #787 and the current Contest #789. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 45 - Drew Dernavich
January 27, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBOn this week's episode, we're joined once again by cartoonist Drew Dernavich. Drew shares with us the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a piano in front of a saloon in Contest #785. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #787 and the current Contest #789. Send us questions or comments to: [email protected]
Episode 44 - Larry Wood
January 19, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBOn this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by frequent finalist, Larry Wood. We discuss the recent winner, finalists, and current cartoon for this week's New Yorker Caption Contest. We also discuss submitting obvious captions, low hanging fruit, and what makes a good caption. The contests we discuss are The winning caption for New Yorker Contest #784 Finalists for contest #786 Current New Yorker Contest #788 Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail...
Episode 43 - Dave Blazek
January 13, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 85.8 MBOn this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by cartoonist Dave Blazek. We open the show discussing Dave's interesting path into cartooning at the ripe age of 43. We then discuss his successful syndicated comic strip, Loose Parts, and his recent efforts trying to break into The New Yorker. Later, we select a winner for our own caption contest that Dave drew special for podcast listeners. You can find Dave's drawing on his facebook page Dave Blazek | Facebook. Finally, we discuss....
Episode 43 - Dave Blazek
January 13, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 85.8 MBOn this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by cartoonist Dave Blazek. We open the show discussing Dave's interesting path into cartooning at the ripe age of 43. We then discuss his successful syndicated comic strip, Loose Parts, and his recent efforts trying to break into The New Yorker. Later, we select a winner for our own caption contest that Dave drew special for podcast listeners. You can find Dave's drawing on his facebook page Dave Blazek | Facebook. Finally, we discuss....
Episode 42 - Four Time 2021 Finalist Nicole Chrolavicius
December 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBOn this week’s episode we’re joined by the most winningest captioner of 2021 for The New Yorker Caption Contest, Nicole Chrolavicius. Nicole discusses her impressive 4 captions which landed her finalist positions this past year. We also share tips and strategies for success in cartoon caption contests. Finally, we discuss… The winning captions for New Yorker contest #782 Finalists for contest #784 Current New Yorker Contest #786 Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontest...
Episode 41 - The Year In Review With Larry Wood
December 24, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBOn this week's episode we invite the all time contest winner, Larry Wood, onto the podcast to discuss this last year's New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contests. We take a deep dive into what we liked and didn't like and what surprised us. We were all very disappointed that we did not win more often! (There's always next year!) There was no contest this week, but we will review the current contests in next week's podcast. Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 40 - Jason Adam Katzenstein
December 17, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Jason Adam Katzenstein. Jason talks with us about his career in cartooning and breaking into Mad magazine and The New Yorker at an impressively young age. We also talk about his book Everything is an Emergency and Jason shares his experiences growing up with and managing OCD. On part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker Contest #781 Finalists for contest #783 Current New Yorker Contest #785 Send ...
Episode 39 - Victoria Roberts
December 10, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist Victoria Roberts. Victoria Talks with us about her career in cartooning and her many other creative outlets. We also touch on the current state of the cartoon marketplace and where it may be going. We were also joined in the discussion by Victoria's three dogs who were often quite vocal in their opinions on the subject. Victoria also talks about a book she wrote about her family, called "After The Fall". The book is available at Amaz...
Episode 38 - Emily Flake
December 01, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist and writer Emily Flake. Emily talks with us about cartooning for The New Yorker as well as writing for their Shouts and Murmurs. She also talks about her process for writing books and performing stand up comedy. Finally, she talks with us about starting her own humor writing residency. The link for that residency as well as Emily's personal website can be found below. www.stnells.com www.emilyflake.com On Part 1 of the episod...
Episode 37- Drew Dernavich is Back
November 25, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBOn this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re joined again by New Yorker Cartoonist Drew Dernavich. Drew discusses his thoughts on the winner for his cartoon in Caption Contest #778. He also sticks around to discuss the Finalists for Contest #780 and this week’s Contest #782 Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 36 - Jessica Ziegler
November 18, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Jessica Ziegler. Jessica is the daughter of cartoon legend Jack Ziegler and she is also the Marketing Director of the CartoonStock. Part of her role at the CartoonStock is managing their popular caption contest and we talk with her in detail about that contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest #777 Finalists for contest #779 Current New Yorker Contest #781 Send us questions or com...
Episode 36 - Jessica Ziegler
November 18, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Jessica Ziegler. Jessica is the daughter of cartoon legend Jack Ziegler and she is also the Marketing Director of the CartoonStock. Part of her role at the CartoonStock is managing their popular caption contest and we talk with her in detail about that contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest #777 Finalists for contest #779 Current New Yorker Contest #781 Send us questions or com...
Episode 35 - Michael Maslin
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Michael Maslin. Michael talks with us about breaking into the New Yorker and what he's seen and learned during his 45 years with the magazine. He also shares his drawing style, how he comes up with cartoon ideas, and his thoughts on the Caption Contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest #776 Finalists for contest #778 Current New Yorker Contest #780 Send us questions or co...
Episode 34 - Christopher Weyant
November 04, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist Christopher Weyant. Chris talks with us about his cartooning career, his thoughts on the caption contest, offers caption writing tips and discusses collaborating with his wife on children books. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest #775 Finalists for contest #777 Current New Yorker Contest #779 Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]
Episode 33 - Paul Karasik Returns
October 27, 2021 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBOn this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re joined by cartoonist Paul Karasik. We talk in detail about Paul’s pirate cartoon in the recent New Yorker Caption Contest #774 and the interesting back-story behind it. Paul then sticks around with us to discuss the finalists for contest #776 and the current New Yorker Contest #778 Paul’s patreon page that we discuss during the podcast can be found in the link below https://www.patreon.com/paulkarasik/ Send us questions or comments to : ...
Episode 33 - Paul Karasik Returns
October 27, 2021 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBOn this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re joined by cartoonist Paul Karasik. We talk in detail about Paul’s pirate cartoon in the recent New Yorker Caption Contest #774 and the interesting back-story behind it. Paul then sticks around with us to discuss the finalists for contest #776 and the current New Yorker Contest #778 Paul’s patreon page that we discuss during the podcast can be found in the link below https://www.patreon.com/paulkarasik/ Send us questions or comments to : ...
Episode 32 - Felipe "Feggo" Galindo
October 21, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBOn part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist Felipe "Feggo" Galindo. Feggo talks with us about his cartooning career and the struggle of overcoming the language barrier after moving from Mexico to NYC and breaking into the American cartoon market. He also shares with us his style for coming up with gag ideas, collaborating with Caption Contest Enthusiast Larry Wood and his artwork outside of The New Yorker magazine. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning capti...
Episode 31 - Larry Wood Redux
October 13, 2021 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBOn this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re joined once again by New Yorker Caption Contest record holder Larry Wood. Larry discusses his thoughts on the winner for Caption Contest #772. He also expresses his opinions on the rest of the current New Yorker contests, #774, #775 and #776. And because that’s not nearly enough contests, we also talk about the his latest commentary for the CartoonStock contest. Send us questions or comments to : [email protected]