Stories from The Hip

Sara Jachimiak

Stories From The Hip is a home for conversations, reflections, and creative projects inspired by The Tragically Hip. This feed features episodes from The Copper Penny Project along with replay editions of Something On and other content highlighting the artists, storytellers, and communities connected through the band’s music. * Sponsorship opportunities available. Email: sara@datcmediacompany.com for more information *

  1. Oct 29 ·  Bonus

    Buffalo GEDFest 2026 - THE EVENT!

    Here it is, folks! The inaugural Buffalo GEDFest event! Recorded live at The Caz on October 21st, 2026. Video available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@datcmediacompany8281 * SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 16TH 2027, BUFFALO GEDFEST YEAR TWO! * ------ 🎶: THE STRICTLY HIP: https://www.thestrictlyhip.com/ 💖 DONATE DIRECTLY: https://givebutter.com/gedfest-buffalo-vje1zp/donate 🏡 ENTER TO WIN COTTAGE STAY: https://sundanceofblantyrelodgegedfestbuf.cheddarup.com 💗 SUPPORT THE CAUSE: Learn more about BCN of WNY at bcnwny.org 📲 FOLLOW ALONG ON SOCIAL: • Instagram: @buffalogedfest | @gedfest_official | @datcmediacompany • Facebook: GEDfest Buffalo | GEDfest Official | DATC Media ----------- Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/ Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Now a member of the Boneless Podcasting Network! Check out their library of shows: https://bonelesspodcasting.com/

    Buffalo GEDFest 2026 - THE EVENT!
  2. Oct 27

    Finding Purpose in the Unexpected: Bringing GEDFest to Buffalo

    This week on the show, I'm getting personal and raw about an incredible, whirlwind past year. It all started with a simple Instagram scroll that led me to GEDFest. From there, life took some massive, unexpected turns—including bringing the event to the U.S. for the very first time, navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, and seeing how every single piece of this journey ultimately tied into a greater purpose. Despite major and minor pivots along the way, it turned out to be the most seamless event I’ve ever put together. Tune in as I break down the story behind GEDFest Buffalo, the resilience it took to bring it to life, and why this chapter means so much to me. Key Takeaways & HighlightsThe Spark: How a chance discovery on Instagram led to getting involved with GEDFest and planting its roots in the United States.Navigating the Unexpected: Opening up about my breast cancer diagnosis and how facing life head-on shifted my perspective on this event and its mission.The Power of Community: Why the inaugural U.S. event—benefiting the Breast Cancer Network of WNY—came together so seamlessly, proving that when you're aligned with your purpose, things fall into place.Embracing the Pivots: Lessons learned on rolling with the punches, managing large-scale events, and trusting the process.  Video from the event available this Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@datcmediacompany8281 * SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 16TH 2027, BUFFALO GEDFEST YEAR TWO! * ------ 🎶: THE STRICTLY HIP: https://www.thestrictlyhip.com/ 💖 DONATE DIRECTLY: https://givebutter.com/gedfest-buffalo-vje1zp/donate 🏡 ENTER TO WIN COTTAGE STAY: https://sundanceofblantyrelodgegedfestbuf.cheddarup.com 🎟️ VENUE WEBSITE: thecazbuffalo.com 💗 SUPPORT THE CAUSE: Learn more about BCN of WNY at bcnwny.org 📲 FOLLOW ALONG ON SOCIAL: • Instagram: @buffalogedfest | @gedfest_official | @datcmediacompany • Facebook: GEDfest Buffalo | GEDfest Official | DATC Media 🐟: Swim Drink Fish: swimdrinkfish.ca Swim Guide: theswimguide.org 🌊: Waterkeeper Alliance: waterkeeper.org Biinaagami: biinaagami.org Mark Mattson on Substack: waterkeepermark.substack.com 💜 The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund: https://downiewenjack.ca/ Article mentioned in this episode: https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/a-report-from-the-gord-downie-tribute-event-gedfest/#google_vignette ----------- Follow DATC Media: https://datcmediacompany.com https://www.facebook.com/datcmedia https://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/ Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/ Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.com Book a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcast Follow Sara J: https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/ https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/ Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/support Join the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/gift Now a member of the Boneless Podcasting Network! Check out their library of shows: https://bonelesspodcasting.com/

    Finding Purpose in the Unexpected: Bringing GEDFest to Buffalo

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Stories From The Hip is a home for conversations, reflections, and creative projects inspired by The Tragically Hip. This feed features episodes from The Copper Penny Project along with replay editions of Something On and other content highlighting the artists, storytellers, and communities connected through the band’s music. * Sponsorship opportunities available. Email: sara@datcmediacompany.com for more information *