Every week we revisit the Fully Completely archives to listen back to Greg and jD's thoughts on the song of the week.

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Welcome back! This week on The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown, jD is joined by special guest Greg LeGros, the original host of Fully & Completely, to reveal song #33 in your definitive list of the best TTH songs. (No spoilers here—you’ve got to listen to find out!)

Together, they explore this track's emotional and musical depths, its place in Canadian music history, and why it resonates deeply with superfans. Along the way, Greg shares his Hipstory, reflecting on his love for albums like Road Apples and Day for Night and the band’s enduring ability to redefine themselves with each decade.

💬 What’s in this episode?

• [1:01] The magic of Gord Downie’s “four-dimensional” performances

• [9:12] Why Day for Night became a turning point for superfans

🎤 A CALL TO ALL FANS!

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🎉 Don’t Miss the Wrap-Up Party! 🎉

🗓 Date: October 4th, 2025

📍 Location: Toronto

🎟 Tickets: $20

Join us for A Celebration of The Hip for ALS! Featuring:

• A live band performing iconic tracks by The Tragically Hip

• A silent auction with exclusive memorabilia

• The grand finale of The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown!

✨ All proceeds go to the ALS Society of Canada. Get your tickets now and celebrate Canada’s greatest band while supporting an important cause!

🎤 Calling All Podcasters and Hip Fans! 🎤

We’re looking for contributors to PodList 6! Share your best takes on songs originally written by The Tragically Hip. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned garageband, I want to hear from you!

👉 Submit your entry, bio, and socials to: tthtop40@gmail.com

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Every week we revisit the Fully Completely archives to listen back to Greg and jD's thoughts on the song of the week.

Another week, another epic bunch of stories! 🕊️ This week, jD is joined by Tyler from Etobicoke for a lively, nostalgic trip down Hip memory lane. As we celebrate 40 years of The Tragically Hip, Tyler shares his journey with Canada’s legendary band, from early MuchMusic moments to upstate New York road trips and unforgettable live shows. We’re diving deep into stories of fandom, reflections on the band’s evolution, and those magical Gord Downie lyrics that still hit home.

Whether you’re a Day for Night devotee, a Road Apples road-tripper, or someone who discovered The Hip late in the game, this episode’s for you. 💥

🔥 Episode Highlights & Timestamps 🔥

• [2:28] – Tyler’s origin story: Stoney Creek, summer school, and a Road Apples cassette that changed everything. 📼

• [7:44] – The first live show: Thanksgiving weekend in Albany, 1998 — road trips, rowdy hotels, and Gord’s on-stage heroics. 🚗🎤

• [17:45] – The emotional power of Day for Night and how albums transport us back to our 20-year-old selves. 🕰️💿

• [32:19] – Analyzing The Hip’s We Are the Same era and the layered brilliance of their late-period songs. 🎶🔍

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🗓️ Mark Your Calendars! We’re hosting A Celebration of The Hip for ALS on October 4th, 2025! Tickets are just $20, and all proceeds go to the ALS Society of Canada. Let’s celebrate The Hip’s legacy and support an amazing cause. ❤️

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Welcome to a brand-new weekly short from The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown! Every Friday, we’ll drop a quick episode to prep you for the Sunday Evening Jam live stream—your weekly destination for all things related to The Hip.

🔥 This Week: The Rerank Wank! 🔥

Hosts jD and Sarah Jay are shaking things up this Sunday by taking a fresh look at the first six songs announced in the Top 40 Countdown—but with a twist. We’ll be re-ranking them in our preferred order, and we want YOU to play along in the live chat!

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Every week we revisit the Fully Completely archives to listen back to Greg and jD's thoughts on the song of the week.

🎉 Celebrating 40 Years of The Hip! 🎉

This week on The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown, jD is joined by Bill in Kingston for an episode full of stories, memories, and classic magic by the boys. We’re celebrating four decades of Canada’s beloved band by sharing fan experiences, concert stories, and those unforgettable moments that make The Tragically Hip more than just a band — they’re a way of life.

Bill dives into how The Hip became part of his DNA and what makes their music so timeless. Whether it’s tape-trading treasures, road trips to legendary shows, or that electric feeling of seeing Gord Downie live, this episode is a tribute to the power of the band that continues to move us.

🔥 Episode Highlights & Timestamps 🔥

• [2:55] – Bill’s first Hip experience: Hockey, Led Zeppelin, and discovering Canada’s band. 🏒🎸

• [9:15] – Road trips, bootleg tapes, and meeting Gord Downie — an unforgettable fan journey. 🚗💿

• [17:15] – How a wedding in St. Catharines turned into a TTH love story. 💍🎶

• [28:52] – Gord’s poetic lyrics and those dreamlike images that make every song open to interpretation. 📜🎤

🎟️ Don’t Miss This! 🎟️

🗓️ A Celebration of The Hip for ALS – Join us on October 4th, 2025, for our wrap-up fundraiser! Tickets are just $20, and all proceeds go to the ALS Society of Canada. Let’s celebrate the legacy of The Hip and make a difference. ❤️

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