The Tragically Hip Podcast Series

The Tragically Hip Podcast Series.
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A Series of Podcasts devoted to Canadian supergroup, The Tragically Hip.

  1. The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - You're Everywhere

    19H AGO

    The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - You're Everywhere

    The Tragically Hip On Shuffle — “You’re Everywhere” (In Between Evolution) Episode Summary Welcome to the very first episode of The Tragically Hip On Shuffle — a weekly live-streamed conversation where host jD and a rotating panel of fans spin the wheel, land on one randomly selected Tragically Hip song, and discuss, debate, and dissect it from every angle: lyrics, themes, musicality, album context, and the personal connection that makes Hip fandom feel like home. For the premiere episode, the shuffle lands on “You’re Everywhere” from In Between Evolution (2004) — a loud, sharp, post-9/11-era record produced by Adam Kasper that captures The Tragically Hip in full rock-and-roll form. From the opening riff to the vocal urgency in the chorus, this track becomes the perfect test case for what this series is all about: thoughtful takes, layered interpretations, and the shared realization that there’s rarely one “right answer” in Gord Downie’s writing. Panelists this week include: Tim (Columbus, Ohio) — co-host of the long-running music podcast Dig Me Out, and a proud defender of deep cutsRyan (Victoria, BC) — frontman of Nautical Disaster, a Tragically Hip tribute band, with a vocalist’s ear for emotional deliveryJustin (Vermont) — longtime Hip fan and Discovering Downie alum, bringing album-level context and a sharp eye for lyrical subtext Together, the panel explores why “You’re Everywhere” feels both deeply personal and uncomfortably political, how In Between Evolution balances big guitars with uneasy undercurrents, and why this song—despite being lesser-played live—hits with the kind of emotional pressure that grows louder the longer you sit with it. And yes: the episode also features the first official On Shuffle tech gremlin moment, a brief detour to the green-room snack table, and a laminated birthday card signed “No.” So there’s that. In This Episode The On Shuffle format: one random Hip song, one hour, zero forced takesFirst impressions of “You’re Everywhere” and why the groove is deceptively simpleThe vocals: urgency, desperation, and that “live-in-the-can” feelLyrics + themes: layered meaning, media saturation, democracy, identity, and memoryThe line “when I reel my Irish in” — and why it can mean 10 different thingsAlbum context: where “You’re Everywhere” sits in the In Between Evolution tracklist and why it works as a centerpieceRare live sightings: an early “workshopping” version with a different working title and lyricsProducer talk: Adam Kasper (Pearl Jam, Soundgarden connections) and how the Hip chose heavyweight producers across erasThe show’s mission: The Hip as refuge, ritual, and community hang Key Quotes “There are no wrong opinions. There are no wrong takes. But my hope is there will always be a moment.”“It’s a simple song structure… but it’s how they play it.”“Gord layers ideas — the subtext can run through the entire album.” Featured Song “You’re Everywhere” — The Tragically Hip Album: In Between Evolution (2004) Next Week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle The shuffle chooses the next track live at the end of the episode. Next episode song: “Leave” from In Violet Light 🕗 Live Wednesday at 8:00 PM ET About the Panelists Tim (Columbus) Co-host of Dig Me Out — a long-running podcast featuring album reviews, interviews, and roundtables spanning 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond, with a special love for the underappreciated gems. Ryan (Victoria, BC) Frontman of Nautical Disaster, a Tragically Hip tribute band. Also a community-builder: the band helped raise $5,000 for their local food bank through a fundraiser show. Justin (Vermont) Longtime Hip fan and Discovering Downie collaborator. Also involved in Vermont motorsports projects including the Vermont Motorsports Hall of Fame. Where to Watch + Follow Watch the live stream (and replays): youtube.com/@tthpods Subscribe for weekly episodes of The Tragically Hip On Shuffle and more from The Tragically Hip Podcast Series. SEO Keywords The Tragically Hip, The Tragically Hip podcast, The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, You’re Everywhere, In Between Evolution, Gord Downie lyrics, Adam Kasper producer, Canadian rock podcast, music commentary, song breakdown, lyric analysis, album deep dive, Hip community, live stream music podcast, In Between Evolution track list, Tragically Hip deep cuts, Rob Baker guitar, Paul Langlois, Gord Sinclair, Johnny Fay Tags #TheTragicallyHip #TheTragicallyHipOnShuffle #YoureEverywhere #InBetweenEvolution #GordDownie #CanadianRock #MusicPodcast #LyricAnalysis #AlbumDeepDive Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 3m
  2. Episode 102 — Up To Here (1989)

    4D AGO

    Episode 102 — Up To Here (1989)

    Fully & Completely: Redux Episode 102 — Up To Here (1989)A presentation of The Tragically Hip Podcast Series Hosted by jD and Greg LeGros If Episode 101 was the band trying to get hired, Up To Here is the band showing up like: we’re already the headliners, you just don’t know it yet. Released in September 1989, The Tragically Hip’s first full-length LP is the moment where the sweat and swagger of the EP turns into something sturdier — a vibe, a sound, an identity. This is the record that made the country start paying attention in a different way. Not “hey, that bar band is pretty good,” but “oh… this is our band.” We set the scene: Mulroney still running the country, the first Grey Cup at the SkyDome (and yes, the Rough Riders/Roughriders nonsense is as chaotic as it sounds), and a pop-heavy musical world where Repeat Offender, Milli Vanilli, Paula Abdul, and even Dr. Feelgood are moving units like it’s a national sport. Meanwhile, the underground is brewing — Sonic Youth, the weirdos starting to kick the door open — and out of Kingston comes this bluesy, barroom, don’t-overthink-it-just-turn-it-up record that somehow becomes a diamond-certified Canadian classic. We talk about why Up To Here connects with everybody — the Queens Pub crowd, the farm-town beer crowd, the “I only know four Hip songs but I know them perfectly” crowd — and how certain tracks became bigger than the band itself. There’s a whole New Orleans is Sinking tangent involving Crown Royal, Lake Ontario, and one of the most wholesome cross-cultural Canadian moments imaginable. This album is loaded. Side A is basically a greatest hits package. But we also dig into the deeper stuff: the early emergence of Gord’s strange, slippery cadence; the way the band’s confidence jumps from the EP to this like it got shot out of a cannon; and the idea that every Hip album has at least one track that quietly points at what comes next. Up To Here is where the lesson plan gets real. In This Episode The cultural and musical landscape of 1989 (Mulroney, pop domination, the underground brewing)Why Up To Here hit everywhere in Canada — bars, cottages, dorms, and car stereosThe leap in identity from the EP to a full-on signature sound“New Orleans is Sinking” as a national anthem (and as a live-performance launchpad)Gord Downie’s early “how-the-hell-do-you-sing-that” cadence taking shape (“38 Years Old”)The record’s “top-heavy” track sequencing — and why it worksDeep-cut advocacy hour: “Every Time You Go” gets its flowersThe “DNA track” theory: one song per album that hints at the next recordListener callout: What’s your Up To Here moment?Album Discussed Up To Here (1989) Produced by Don Smith A barroom-recorded, road-tested, diamond-certified cornerstone. Time Capsule Tracks jD’s pick: 38 Years OldGreg’s pick: Opiated What’s Next Next week, we keep moving — and you can already feel the band getting sharper, stranger, and more themselves. The evolution is in motion. Listen & Subscribe Fully & Completely: Redux is available wherever you get your podcasts. 📲 Follow The Tragically Hip Podcast Series on Instagram: @tthpodseries 💬 Join the Facebook Group and hang with like-minded Hip fans ✉️ Reach jD: tthtop40@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    57 min
  3. Episode 101 — The Tragically Hip EP (1987)

    JAN 5

    Episode 101 — The Tragically Hip EP (1987)

    Fully & Completely: Redux Episode 101 — The Tragically Hip EP (1987) A presentation of The Tragically Hip Podcast Series Hosted by jD and Greg LeGros Class is officially back in session. In Episode 101, Fully & Completely returns as Fully & Completely: Redux, kicking off a weekly, album-by-album journey through the catalog of The Tragically Hip — starting where it all began: the self-titled 1987 EP. This episode takes us back to a pivotal year in Canadian history. Brian Mulroney is Prime Minister. The loonie replaces the dollar bill. Edmonton is the City of Champions. And in a music landscape dominated by The Joshua Tree, Appetite for Destruction, Sign o’ the Times, and Document, a sweaty, blues-rock bar band from Kingston quietly releases their first official recording. It’s not a masterpiece. It’s not fully formed. But it is the sound of a band just out of high school, road-tested, tight as hell, and figuring out who they might become. jD and Greg dig into the historical and musical context of 1987, the Canadian charts of the era, the bar-band DNA baked into this EP, and the early lyrical breadcrumbs that hint at where The Tragically Hip were headed. Along the way, they debate throwaway lines versus keeper lyrics, celebrate the power of live mythology, and agree — as most Canadians eventually do — that Highway Girl is the track that escapes the gravity of its origins. This is the starting point. The chalk outline. The sweaty stage at the Horseshoe before the arenas. And from here on out, it only gets deeper. In This Episode Why 1987 matters — culturally, musically, and politicallyThe Tragically Hip as a very good bar band (and why that matters)Blues rock, R&B roots, and early Stones influenceCanadian pop vs. underground grit in the late ’80sFirst signs of Gord Downie’s lyrical instinctsThe role of live performance in shaping Hip mythologyTime Capsule Track: Highway Girl Album Discussed The Tragically Hip (EP, 1987) Produced by Ken “Kenny” Greer Eight tracks. Under 30 minutes. A launching pad. What’s Next Next week, the tour continues with the next chapter in the evolution — more confidence, sharper songwriting, and the beginning of something unmistakably Hip. Listen & Subscribe Fully & Completely: Redux is available wherever you get your podcasts. Follow, subscribe, and settle in — we’re taking this fully and completely, one record at a time. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    41 min
  4. Merry Christmas 2025

    12/25/2025

    Merry Christmas 2025

    Happy Holidays from yer pal jD Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    5 min
  5. I Need Yer Hipstories

    10/28/2025

    I Need Yer Hipstories

    Hey folks, jD here. Give this episode a listen and then get cracking and submit and share your stories. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    3 min
  6. Introduce Yerself: Eight Years On.

    10/27/2025

    Introduce Yerself: Eight Years On.

    Celebrate this triumph with Justin, Craig, Kirk, and jD. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 12m
  7. Sunday Evening Jam - Live Stream October 14th

    10/22/2025

    Sunday Evening Jam - Live Stream October 14th

    Join jD and Sara J for a weekly gab fest focusing on all things The Tragically Hip! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    57 min
  8. The Abacus Files

    10/20/2025 · BONUS

    The Abacus Files

    Ever wonder what really happens when I “tabulate the results using an abacus”? This is The Abacus Files — eight straight minutes of pure, mystical nonsense pulled from the fever dream that is my creative process. A parade of psychic ferrets, deep-fried deep fryers, face bidets, kumquat bongs, and ceramic televangelists with spiderweb crowns — all gathered around one sacred desk to divine the true order of The Tragically Hip’s Top 40. It’s equal parts séance, satire, and studio detritus — a love letter to the absurd rituals behind the show. Somewhere between noir and nostalgia, math and magic, you’ll find The Abacus Files: a companion piece to chaos, and maybe the most honest thing we’ve ever done. So grab a candle that smells like nachos and regret. The spreadsheet gods demand tribute. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    8 min
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A Series of Podcasts devoted to Canadian supergroup, The Tragically Hip.

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  • Creator
    The Tragically Hip Podcast Series.
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    296
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dewvre podcasts and such. 2025
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    The Tragically Hip Podcast Series

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