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Why the Future Needs Compassionate LeadershipIn this powerful episode of In the Line of Fire with Saraj, I speak with Shreyaa and Esha Venkat — founders of NEST4US, a global youth-led nonprofit movement creating impact across hunger, education, climate action, mental health, community service, and social empowerment.What started from a simple desire to serve others as young children evolved into a global movement powered by thousands of volunteers, partnerships, leadership programs, and social impact initiatives across communities.This conversation goes beyond leadership titles and achievements. It explores:purpose-driven leadership,compassion with action,youth empowerment,building communities,social responsibility,mental well-being,collaboration,and creating meaningful impact in a rapidly changing world.At a time when the world is facing uncertainty, disconnection, and rapid transformation, this episode is a reminder that the future will not only need intelligent leaders — it will need compassionate leaders.Real Leaders. Real Talks. Real Insights.

In this episode of In the Line of Fire with Saraj, Prasad Bhamidipati shares powerful insights on leadership, AI, transformation, passion, healthcare innovation, and the future of work.From building empowered teams to reimagining industries through AI-first thinking, this conversation explores how leaders must adapt, evolve, and lead in context.Prasad also shares the vision behind CuraWay.ai — an AI-powered healthcare platform designed to improve access to quality healthcare globally through technology, empathy, and intelligent matching.Key themes include:• Passion-driven leadership• AI-first business transformation• Learning and unlearning• Future-ready organizations• Human-centered innovation• Leadership in times of disruption• Skills required for the next generationA deeply insightful conversation for CEOs, CXOs, founders, professionals, and future leaders navigating the age of AI.Hosted by Saraj.Real Leaders. Real Conversations. Real Insights.

Responsibility First. ALWAYS. | Leadership in the Age of AI | Vadheesh BudramaneIn a world being reshaped by AI, speed, and constant disruption, leadership is no longer about position—it's about responsibility, clarity, and the ability to act in context.In this episode of In the Line of Fire with Saraj, we bring you a powerful conversation with Vadheesh Budramane, Founder & CEO of AlgoShack.Through the lens of the Five Dimensions of leadership, this discussion goes beyond theory into real, experience-led insights—how leaders think, make decisions, build organizations, and navigate uncertainty at scale.

The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: An Inch an HourWhat does a song about slow-moving things sound like at 150 BPMs? Apparently, it sounds like this. jD and the panel dig deep into 'An Inch an Hour' — track 11 from "Day for Night," one of the most layered records The Tragically Hip ever made, and one that keeps revealing new angles the harder you look.This week's panel is three returning panelists who somehow decided it was okay to come back: Ian from Maple Ridge, Duxoop from Toledo, and Tom from New York. Together they pull apart the glacier metaphor hidden inside a riff that rips, chase down the Springside Park reference (the water there is the colour of tea, and yes, that matters), debate whether the f-bomb in verse two is the reason this song never cracked radio, and reckon with what it means to let a record this good gather dust at the back of the shelf.Duxoop brought the research. Tom did the math — and the math checks out. Ian brought the imagery of Gord on a tour bus, watching the world fly past at highway speed, throwing a finished book over his shoulder. There's a Trudeau reference in there, a possible Mr. Dressup callback, and a punk rock moment in the second line that you'll never unhear once it's pointed out.This one also opened with a shoutout to everyone who showed up — virtually, physically, spiritually — for An Evening for Sara J. The $5,000 goal was set. By all accounts, it was cleared. The abacus is back from the shop. More on that as the numbers land.Also: Ian's tribute band, Gift Shop, has four shows coming up in BC this spring and summer — including an August 20th night in Vancouver marking ten years since the final show. Worth your time. Worth the ticket.PanelistsIan from Maple Ridge, BC — Frontman of Gift Shop, a Tragically Hip tribute band based in British Columbia. Catch them at Club 240 in Crescent Beach (April 18), the Roxy in Vancouver (May 1), Shaw Deep Cove Theatre in North Van (June 27), and the Hollywood Theatre in Vancouver (August 20). Tickets and info at giftshophipband.ca.Duxoop from Toledo, OH — A founding member of this community who found the TTH Podcast Series by typing 'Tragically Hip' into a podcast app and stumbling onto Fully & Completely. He rebuilt his YouTube playlist from scratch — over 500 songs, every solo project, every side door into the catalogue. Find it at Chronologically Hip.Tom from New York — Two for two on "Day for Night" episodes, and deeply committed to sitting with a record properly before showing up. He owns the half-speed remaster and he'll tell you why that matters.Song DetailsAn Inch an Hour — Track 11, "Day for Night" (1994)Produced by Mark Howard, Mark Regan, and The Tragically HipReleased September 19, 1994Live debut: Molson Park, July 1, 1994 (jD was there)Last played: January 20, 2013Ended at #57 on the TTHTop40 CountdownPlayed approximately 43 times total over the band's career — tied for 98th with 'Pretend'Tonight's version came from the "We Are the Same" tour acoustic setSource: setlist data and catalogue info drawn from Hipbase and HipMuseum. Hat tip to both.Next WeekPush shuffle. We're talking Throwing off Glass from "In Violet Light," 2002. A record that is — by all available evidence — having a genuine second life right now. We'll get into it.podList 7 — The Classics — Submissions Open NowpodList 7 is underway. The theme is the classics — songs from the 1987–1995 era, spanning the debut EP through "Day for Night." Send your submission (your pick, your reason) to jd@tthpods.com. Drop date is May 15, 2026. Submission form at podlist.tthpods.com.Subscribe to Yer LetterYer Letter is jD's monthly letter to the community. Not a newsletter. A letter. If you want to know what's happening at the network before it goes anywhere else — episodes, events, fundraising milestones, the stuff that doesn't make it to the feed — this is the place. Sign up at subscribe.tthpods.com.Support the CauseAn Evening for Sara J raised money for Sara J's fight with breast cancer. The GoFundMe is still live. If you've got it to give, give it. Link at fundraising.tthpods.com.The TTH Podcast Series has raised almost $40,000 for the Downie Wenjack Fund, The Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research, and CAMH. This community is the reason.Find UsSubscribe, share, rate, and review at home.tthpods.com. Join the community at community.tthpods.com. Drop jD a line at jd@tthpods.com.#TheTragicallyHip #DayForNight #TTHOnShuffle #GordDownie #TragicallyHip #TheHipAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

An Evening For Sara J - The PodcastPatrick Downie doesn't show up to talk about the band. He shows up to talk about his brother.That's what made An Evening for Sara J - a community fundraiser held April 11, 2025 at the Firkin on Yonge in Toronto - something a little different. Patrick joined jD on stage in front of a room full of Hip fans, and what followed was one of the most honest, warm, and quietly moving conversations this network has ever put to tape. No press junket. No talking points. Just a brother talking about a brother - and what it means to carry that forward.They got into the weight of curating Gord's legacy, the Downie Wenjack Fund, what it felt like to go from being taken care of to doing the taking care of. Patrick talked about the Dirty Three, about Gord's deep punk rock heart, about the new Gord Downie and the Sadies and the Conquering Sun record - eight tracks from 2014, Gord at full speed, letting it all go. They talked about 'Are We Family?' and what family actually meant in that house, with that clock on the wall and that pattern on the tape. And they talked about Buffalo. Obviously.This one is different. You'll know it when you hear it.About Patrick DowniePatrick Downie is the younger brother of Gord Downie and a tireless steward of Gord's legacy - through the Downie Wenjack Fund, through the ongoing archival releases, and through showing up to rooms like this one when it matters. He is, as he put it himself, still taking care of his brother.Resources & LinksJoin the community at community.tthpods.comSupport the Sara J GoFundMe at fundraising.tthpods.comThe Downie Wenjack Fund: downiewenjack.caGord Downie and the Sadies and the Conquering Sun: Live at Six O'Clock - available nowMore from The Tragically Hip Podcast Series at home.tthpods.comConnectFacebook: community.tthpods.com | Instagram: @tthpods | YouTube: youtube.com/@tthpods | Email: jd@tthpods.com#TheTragicallyHip #GordDownie #InGordWeTrust #TheHip #TragicallyHip #GordFuckingDownieAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: 'The Luxury''The Luxury' sits in the middle third of "Road Apples" and somehow that's exactly where it belongs. Track four of twelve. It doesn't announce itself. It doesn't demand anything from you. It just settles in - dark, jazzy, a little snarling - and waits to see if you're paying attention. Turns out, a lot of people are.This week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, jD is joined by three first-timers - Paul from Columbus, Jamie from LA (by way of Montreal, for the record), and Eric from Toronto, who also happens to shred guitar in Forever Hip. Three rookies. One song. Zero consensus on where it ranks on "Road Apples." All the consensus in the world on 'The Last Recluse.' So there's that.The tale of the tape: 'The Luxury' comes from "Road Apples," released February 18th, 1991, and recorded at Kingsway Studios in New Orleans - Daniel Lanois' personal studio. Produced by Don Smith. Live debut: March 1st, 1991 at the Town Pump in Vancouver. Final performance: August 10th at the Air Canada Centre - the middle show of the Man Machine Poem Tour. It ranked #67 out of 169 songs on the TTHTop40 Countdown.The conversation goes deep:Jamie breaks down a single melodic note change Gord made on the chorus - from the studio recording through the Roxy in May '91 all the way to "Live Between Us" in '96 - and how that one shift changed the song's emotional register entirely. Eric reads the lyrics as a vignette: a man fresh out of prison, hiring company for the night, seeing a colour TV and soft water as genuine luxuries. Paul connects the song to the fire at his cottage near Tobermory, a Crown Royal in hand, just letting it sit. They get into the "fleur-de-lis" line, the Playboy reference, the lyric flip on "why are you partial to that Playboy con," and Gord's famous "song about a man walking down the street shaking a banana" intro on "Live Between Us." There's also a live chat shoutout to Duxoop Douglas for the New Orleans connection. Very good, yeah.The live shuffle at the end of the episode lands on 'An Inch, An Hour' from "Day for Night." Next week.Paul from Columbus is a lifelong Hip fan from Columbus, Ohio - and the guy who connected the July 1st, 1992 Molson Park poster to the raffle happening this Saturday at An Evening for Sara J. Bada bing.Jamie from LA - originally from Montreal, where his love for The Hip was first forged at camp in '89 via a mixtape with 'New Orleans Is Sinking' and '38 Years Old' on it - is heading to Toronto at the end of the month to perform in the cast of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish with English supertitles at the Elgin Theatre. May 25th to June 7th. Go see it.Eric from Toronto plays guitar in Forever Hip, who are performing this Saturday at An Evening for Sara J at the Firkin on Yonge. Patrick Downie will be there. Two sets of all your favourites and that song you're thinking of right now. Yes, that one.Resources & References'The Luxury' - "Road Apples" (1991), Kingsway Studios, New OrleansProduced by Don Smith | Released February 18th, 1991Live debut: March 1st, 1991 - Town Pump, VancouverFinal performance: August 10th - Air Canada Centre (Man Machine Poem Tour)TTHTop40 ranking: #67 of 169 (source: TTHTop40 Countdown, 2025)"Live Between Us" (1996) - the version that changed the song for JamieLive at the Roxy, May 1991 - early live recording referencedLive at Metropole, October 1998 - referenced in conversationSetlist data: Hipbase | setlist.fmAn Evening for Sara J - This Saturday, April 11th The Firkin on Yonge, 207 Yonge St, Toronto. Doors 7 PM. Featuring Patrick Downie and Forever Hip. Tickets at tickets.tthpods.com. Every dollar raised goes directly to the cause.Next episode: 'An Inch, An Hour' from "Day for Night." Live stream, 8 PM. Be there.Join the community at home.tthpod.com @tthpods | youtube.com/@tthpods | jd@tthpods.com#TheTragicallyHip #TTHOnShuffle #RoadApples #GordDownie #TheHip #CanadianRockPodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to In the Line of Fire with Saraj – CEO/CXO Series.Today, I have the privilege of hosting one of the world's foremost authorities on leadership and human behaviour—Richard Boyatzis.A pioneer of resonant leadership and the science of sustainable, desired change, his work has influenced leaders across corporates, academia, and institutions globally.In this conversation, we explore what it truly takes to lead with impact in today's complex and evolving world.”#Leadership #ThoughtLeadership #CXO #BusinessLeadership #GlobalLeadership #ExecutiveLeadership #CorporateLeadership #HumanBehaviour #EmotionalIntelligence #ResonantLeadership #SustainableChange #AcademicLeadership #HigherEducation #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfWork #SarajUnleashingTalent #InTheLineOfFire

What does it really take to build circular, sustainable, and future-ready cities?In this episode of In the Line of Fire with Saraj – CEO/CXO Series, I speak with Tarak Sahay, Founder & CEO of ZWC Solutions, a global expert in circular economy, zero waste, and net zero strategies with over 29 years of experience across India, West Africa, and Southeast Asia.Driven by the mission to turn waste into opportunity and cities into circular ecosystems, Tarak shares deep insights on:Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) and industrial waste minimizationDecentralized wastewater reuse and water-positive systemsEco-innovation in sanitation and citizen engagement platformsCarbon capture, carbon accounting, and circular city advisory

The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: Train OvernightThis week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, jD pulls 'Train Overnight' from "Music @ Work" - the twelfth track on the eighth album, a deep cut that earned exactly zero votes in the TTHTop40 fan-sourced countdown, landing in the company of only four other songs in The Hip's entire catalogue with the same distinction. 'Luv, sic,' 'Goodnight Josephine,' 'Sherpa,' and 'Are We Family.' That's the list. Five songs. Out of everything they ever recorded.The panel doesn't agree on what to make of 'Train Overnight.' And that's exactly what makes this episode worth an hour of your time.Kirk from Chino is the only panelist who saw it live - twice, in San Francisco and LA on the same tour. He noticed seven people on stage his first time seeing The Hip. A keyboard player, a female vocalist who occasionally played percussion. That was his frame of reference for what this band was. Greg from Tacoma - who first heard The Hip on the same Seattle radio station that broke Nirvana, spent two years thinking the song was NRBQ, then proceeded to do guerrilla marketing for the band across the Pacific Northwest for the better part of a decade - brings the long-distance devotion that makes American Hip fans a particular breed of formidable. Mike from Toronto was there from the very beginning. Jake Gold handed him a wristband at a Day for Night-era surprise show at the Horseshoe. Queen and Spadina. Nine in the morning. 300 people that night. He asks the question the whole panel keeps circling back to: if 'Train Overnight' had been on the first record, would The Hip have been The Hip?The conversation moves through Gord's lyrical genius - specifically the line about apologizing like an old dictator might, which Greg calls one of those Gordism nuggets just buried in the song - through the bass work of Gord Sinclair (part McCartney, part Geezer Butler, all chug), through what it meant to be an American doing guerrilla marketing for a band most of your country had never heard of, and through the generational divide the Shuffle keeps surfacing: "Music @ Work" as exit point for one wave of fans and as entry point for another. Kirk came in through this record. Mike came in at the Horseshoe in '87. Greg found them in 1989. Same band. Three completely different doors.Greg puts the whole arc into something sharp near the end: Day for Night as the blue period, the hangover after the nineties. Trouble at the Henhouse as the rosy-fingered dawn coming up the next morning. Phantom Power as the bright of day. And "Music @ Work" as a prism - every colour at once. The first record where they had 5,000 crayons instead of 64. You've got to love it.Next week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle: 'I'm a Werewolf Baby.'GuestsKirk from Chino - A returning Shuffle panelist and musician, Kirk came to The Hip through the later catalogue and has been going back to the beginning ever since. He saw 'Train Overnight' live twice on the same tour - San Francisco and LA. He's a co-host on Discovering Downie and plays in a cover band called The Darryls (his name is Larry). He has a solo album in the works and a debut live performance booked in San Diego, May 2. Follow him at Kirk Lane Music on Facebook and Instagram.Mike from Toronto - A first-timer on the Shuffle and a lifelong Hip fan who was there from the very beginning - the Horseshoe, the Alma Combo in '87, a Day for Night-era surprise show where Jake Gold gave him the wristband. His go-to record is "Day for Night." He listens to every album start to finish on long drives. He also recommends Ryan Davis Roadhouse Band - playing the Horseshoe in June.Greg from Tacoma - Another first-timer, Greg has been a Hip devotee since he heard them on the radio in 1989 - or thought he did, until he spent two years believing the song was NRBQ. His go-to record is "In Between Evolution," and Tacoma is name-checked in the 'Tacoma Narrows Bridge' lyric, which he notes with appropriate pride. He put a record out at 60. He is in the Tacoma, Washington area and has a crew of five who all attend Hip shows and all play in bands at least partially influenced by The Hip.Links & ResourcesSubmit to podList 7 - covers from The Tragically Hip EP through Day for Night: podlist.tthpods.comAn Evening for Sara J - Saturday, April 11, Firkin on Yonge, Toronto: tickets.tthpods.comDiscovering Downie (referenced by Kirk): available on all podcast platformsKirk Lane Music: Facebook and Instagram https://hadeesmarket.bandcamp.com/album/missives-at-the-turnhttps://www.youtube.com/@HadeesMarketTimestamps00:00 - Pre-show promo: Joe from Forever Hip on An Evening for Sara J 01:37 - jD opens The Tragically Hip On Shuffle 02:27 - Introducing Kirk from Chino, Mike from Toronto, Greg from Tacoma 04:32 - Go-to Hip records: "Live Between Us," "In Between Evolution," "Day for Night" 09:05 - Mike's Horseshoe stories - from '87 to the Day for Night surprise show 12:26 - The reveal: tonight's song is 'Train Overnight' from "Music @ Work" 16:32 - Panel reacts after listening 17:02 - Greg on the Gordism nugget - apologizing like an old dictator might 23:51 - Mike: was "Music @ Work" a chapter closing or a door opening? 27:40 - The zero-votes revelation: only five songs in the entire catalogue 31:52 - Kirk saw it live. Twice. San Francisco and LA. 32:04 - jD on Paul Sinclair's bass line sounding like a chugging train 32:15 - Greg: McCartney, Geezer Butler, all over the song 34:01 - Kirk on guerrilla marketing for The Hip in California 37:00 - Mike: the only time he saw The Hip in the US was New York, 2012, NHL lockout 48:16 - Greg: the colour palette theory - 64 crayons to 5,000 49:55 - jD calls shuffle for next week 54:10 - Next week: 'I'm a Werewolf Baby'

In this episode of “In the Line of Fire with Saraj” – CEO/CXO Series, Saraj speaks with Ed Cohen on leadership in today's evolving business context.Anchored in the Five Dimensional Leadership Pathways™, the conversation explores how leaders develop personal mastery, lead teams effectively, drive business outcomes, and build future-ready organizations.Ed shares practical insights on leadership thinking, decision-making, and performance—offering valuable takeaways for leaders at all stages of their journey.

The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: 'Vapour Trails'Episode Date: March 19, 2026Panel: Ryan from Toronto • Patrick from Toronto • Adam from TampaIntroThere's nothing uglier than a man hitting his stride - and there's nothing better than a panel that doesn't agree on what that line even means.This week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, jD pulled ‘Vapour Trails' from “Phantom Power” - track eight of twelve from The Tragically Hip's sixth studio record, produced by Steve Berlin, recorded at The Bathhouse in Bath, Ontario, and released July 14, 1998. It was a promo CD single that never got a video. It ranked #72 on the TTHTop40 Countdown. And for a song that lives in the shadow of ‘Bobcaygeon' and ‘Poets' on the same record, it had absolutely no problem holding its own for an hour of live discussion.So there's that.About This Episode‘Vapour Trails' is a road song. Or a loneliness song. Or a song about Gord watching Mexican farmworkers from a highway somewhere in rural Ontario and being moved enough to write it down. It might be all three at once - which is, of course, exactly how Gord Downie worked.jD is joined this week by Ryan from Toronto - a first-timer on the show and a veteran podcaster whose ear for music analysis makes itself known immediately - alongside returning panelists Patrick from Toronto and Adam from Tampa, both of whom came loaded with research, opinions, and very strong feelings about the back half of the “Phantom Power” discography.What followed was one of those conversations that starts with bass and drums and ends somewhere near ephemeral, the Canadian spelling of vapour, and whether Rob Baker was playing a Rickenbacker. Coming UpNext week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, jD hits shuffle again - and this time it landed on ‘Train Overnight.' Three new panelists. Wednesday night. 8 PM. You know the drill.An Evening for Sara JBefore you go - An Evening for Sara J is happening Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Firkin on Yonge, 207 Yonge Street, Toronto. Doors at 7:30 PM, live podcast at 8, Forever Hip takes the stage at 9.Sara is one of our own, and this whole night is for her. There's a live podcast with Patrick Downie, a 50/50 draw, a raffle, and every dollar raised goes to Sara's GoFundMe. Go to tickets.tthpods.com to get yers now!Early Bird tickets are $20 - and they won't last. After March 25, it's $25 general admission or $30 at the door.Stay ConnectedFacebook Community: community.tthpods.comInstagram: instagram.com/tthpodsYouTube: youtube.com/@tthpodsEmail: jd@tthpods.comGet Yer LetterWant Hip news, album anniversaries, episode recaps, fundraising updates, and early previews delivered straight to your inbox every month? Subscribe to Yer Letter - the official community newsletter of The Tragically Hip Podcast Series. When you sign up, you'll also get a free copy of The Complete Hip Discography v6.0 - every studio album, every solo record, every side project across all five members of the band.Subscribe here: subscribe.tthpods.comThe Tragically Hip On Shuffle is part of The Tragically Hip Podcast Series - Est. 2018. New episodes every Wednesday at 8 PM ET, live on YouTube and Facebook!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, forty years ago, a historic recording was made in Kingston, ON..... Join me, Sara J, as we dive deeper into all this and more, including an in-depth look at Davis Manning, who was more than just the sax player in The Hip. The Copper Penny Project by DATC Media — coming soon. Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/yuqwyDaaTUw?si=zOHEVqDVD5DWgDhm Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/

This week on the show, Sara J. is sharing a bit of personal news and a health update. Support: https://gofund.me/87d861182 Listen to the BBC Sounds Eras five-part podcast series with Phil Collins: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eras/id1703570820 Not Dead Yet: The Autobiography — Phil Collinshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Not+Dead+Yet+Phil+Collins+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20 I always encourage checking your local library first — borrow, explore, and support your community! For those who want to own a copy, I've included Amazon links to grab your favourites. Northern Wish - A Canadian's Perspective on Music: https://www.northernwish.com/category/genesis/ Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://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 Want to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact-%26-collab-with-us/ola/services/something-on-guest-spot

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In this episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, Sara J. dives deep into the life and career of Phil Collins—from his formative years, to Genesis, to his groundbreaking solo work, and beyond. We explore the stories behind In the Air Tonight, his collaborations with legends like Eric Clapton, his commercial dominance alongside artists like Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson, and the unforgettable Live Aid performance that cemented his place in music history.Sara also shares personal memories of seeing Phil live as a kid, highlights his autobiography Not Dead Yet, and invites listeners to weigh in: which era of Phil Collins do you remember most—Genesis, solo hits, or even the Tarzan soundtrack?Join us for a deep dive into a career that has truly soundtracked our lives.Listen to the BBC Sounds Eras five-part podcast series with Phil Collins: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eras/id1703570820Not Dead Yet: The Autobiography — Phil Collinshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Not+Dead+Yet+Phil+Collins+autobiography&tag=saraj08-20I always encourage checking your local library first — borrow, explore, and support your community! For those who want to own a copy, I've included Amazon links to grab your favourites.Northern Wish - A Canadian's Perspective on Music: https://www.northernwish.com/category/genesis/Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportJoin the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact-%26-collab-with-us/ola/services/something-on-guest-spotInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfrYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_ehThe CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPO

In this third episode of Something On, Sara J switches things up and brings you a streamlined music news rundown—this time dropping directly into your podcast feed.The big story this week: the release of “Generation” from Gord Downie, The Sadies, and the Conquering Sun – Live at 6 O'Clock, arriving February 27. Sara breaks down what to expect from the live album, why the Discovering Downie podcast is an essential companion listening, and how this project captures Gord at his electrifying best.She also covers:The latest from The Hip on Shuffle (including her recent appearance on the “Fire in the Hole” panel and a killer unreleased 1997 live cut from Rock am Ring)New content from School of HipA deep dive recommendation into Phantom AcousticsHighlights from Gord Downie's birthday celebrations in Buffalo, including standout performances by The Strictly HipA special audio clip from Craig (Discovering Downie / Gift Shop) recorded at a Gord birthday tribute showPlus, in the DATC Media world, Sara shares details from the latest episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, featuring Brady Callan of Cancon_eh. They talk Canadian music culture, Finger Eleven, Nickelback's love-to-hate legacy, Richard Beland's photography, desert island albums, music books, vinyl collecting, and the formative power of live music.Whether you're here for The Hip, Gord's solo work, or the broader Canadian music community, this episode is packed with news, recommendations, and celebration.Be sure to stick around to the end for a special audio clip—and check the show notes for all links mentioned.Something On will return April 14th with a live guest episode. Follow DATC Media everywhere to stay in the loop.The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/The Hip Archive: https://thehiparchive.com/Compilations.shtmlFollow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportJoin the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact-%26-collab-with-us/ola/services/something-on-guest-spothttps://exclaim.ca/music/article/gord-downie-the-sadies-and-the-conquering-sun-detail-new-album-live-at-6-o-clock?fbclid=IwY2xjawP5vaRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtwCXmVMzM7vLpzCM-6hzLrAh_120iNDOgpQC7L9SGQMQbgKJDOuHkWJpSws_aem_f6CzTIEhSX3kchynW-N7ygGord Downie, The Sadies, And The Conquering Sun - Watch the video, stream, and pre-order the vinyl: https://gorddownie-thesadies-andtheconqueringsun.lnk.to/general?fbclid=IwY2xjawP5uTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlvcl6zoaoV1a1GHs6LYFtvTe8crtP9QXIo4qeXMGziQ4k9h3kcy8USnXQaW_aem_dcncjgatDWz7jps2NAuDuQhttps://www.thestrictlyhip.comThe Tragically Hip Podcast Series:https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetragicallyhippodshttps://www.youtube.com/@tthpodsSchool of Hip:https://shows.acast.com/school-of-hip/episodes?fbclid=IwY2xjawP6rXFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIVFZRNTZUbENveUtKUWM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhGL5TekThY2hCljXS6Mr7rKoZR-1PkDWcdE7t0VC7MbO4VAqezCHftoFu-C_aem_HR64UYDASY-zzVJ5Err5Zwhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579698875642Gift Shop: https://www.youtube.com/@giftshopbandhttps://www.instagram.com/giftshophipband/https://www.giftshophipband.ca/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGntzinftzqji-1m8FeJBE1YCQjNTmMTrNIdn3UZmoXxz-QbGAP50ZYtWciD4w_aem_K5RQEDvoV2yoePbB5fU0ugInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfrYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_ehThe CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPO

This week on the show, fresh off celebrating two years of creating digital content for his page Cancon_eh, Sudbury, Ontario native Brady Callan sits down with host Sara J to talk about the inspiration behind creating a page dedicated to highlighting and celebrating iconic Canadian music—and Canadian culture more broadly.Brady shares the artists and bands he's had the pleasure of sitting down with, including an intimate conversation with Finger Eleven about touring with Ozzy Osbourne, recorded just weeks after Ozzy's passing. He also reveals who's still on his bucket list to interview.Sara reflects on growing up with easy access to Canadian content from Buffalo, NY, seeing bands for free in the city, the advantages of living in a border town, and the alternative music day festivals of the early 2000s.Brady dives into the Cancon playlist he's built on Spotify (link in show notes), his creative plans for 2026, the history behind the Cancon_eh name, and a breakdown of Canadian Content (CanCon) guidelines.The two reminisce about Richard Beland's Toronto gallery event last October and share their favourite photos from his incredible collection.Brady walks us through his lifelong love of music—what shaped him, the bands that built his musical foundation, the first music he ever bought, his most prized albums, his elusive “white whale” vinyl, and other standout pieces from his collection. He relives his iconic first concert and other unforgettable live music moments, speaks on the importance of supporting local musicians and venues, and shares some deep Canadian music history surrounding The Townhouse Tavern.And we talk about Nickelback - how their music left an imprint on his memory those cold early mornings on the way to hockey practice, and a distinctly Canadian perspective on the love-to-hate them.Brady also reveals his desert island albums, favourite music books (plus a recommendation for Sara), what music he's currently “married to,” playing drums, and the Freaks and Geeks scene that perfectly sums up his childhood—jamming in the basement, collecting drums, and wanting to learn any instrument he could get his hands on… including an accordion from Germany dating back to the mid-1930s, gifted to him on Christmas morning when he was 18.Find this week's guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancon_eh/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14UyoATZkcz/?mibextid=wwXIfrYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cancon_ehThe CanCon Playlist: https://bit.ly/4r92PPODonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportJoin the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWebsite: https://www.roughgaugellc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGaugeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roughgauge.llcShare your feedback: https://forms.gle/6ow1bYwtLveFmGGu8The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/Something On- https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=lDK8vz-5NNvluQXwHave you worked with DATC Media? Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/atJri2DMrnZ6szBD9Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1The DATC Media Podcast Network: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcasts-1Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

In this episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, host Sara J is sharing a few of her favourite reads — the books that have inspired, moved, and shaped her love for music and storytelling. From legendary rock biographies to iconic novels, these picks give a behind-the-scenes look at the artists we love, the stories behind their music, and the moments that defined an era.Tune in, get inspired, and discover your next favourite read.I always encourage checking your local library first — borrow, explore, and support your community! For those who want to own a copy, I've included Amazon links to grab your favourites.

Some bands don't just play a venue — they belong to it.In this episode of Dropped Among This Crowd, host Sara J. explores one of the most sacred relationships in rock history: The Allman Brothers Band and the Beacon Theatre. What began as a short run of shows in 1989 evolved into a decades-long tradition that transformed March in New York City into something legendary.Inspired by the book One Way Out: The Inside History of the Allman Brothers Band by Alan Paul, this episode dives into how the Beacon became more than a stage — it became a home, a ritual, and a gathering place for fans from around the world.This isn't just a history lesson. It's a story about what happens when a band and a room truly listen to each other.

This week on the show, host Sara J is continuing a listener-favorite format with another deep dive into unforgettable moments in music history—this time spanning January 16–22.From the opening of the legendary Whisky A Go-Go on the Sunset Strip to Eric Clapton's iconic MTV Unplugged session, the birth of Mötley Crüe, and the formation of Bad Company, this episode explores a week packed with defining rock moments. We also revisit infamous and unforgettable events like Ozzy Osbourne's bat-biting incident, Neil Young's solo debut, Buddy Holly's final apartment recordings, and the Beach Boys beginning work on “Wouldn't It Be Nice.”Plus, we celebrate music birthdays from legends like Sade, Janis Joplin, Dolly Parton, Paul Stanley, Questlove, Steve Perry, and more—while also remembering Glenn Frey and David Crosby.Part rock history, part cosmic coincidence, and part personal reflection (including a birthday shout-out close to home)Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportJoin the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWebsite: https://www.roughgaugellc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGaugeTicTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roughgauge.llcShare your feedback: https://forms.gle/6ow1bYwtLveFmGGu8The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/Something On- https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=lDK8vz-5NNvluQXwHave you worked with DATC Media? Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/atJri2DMrnZ6szBD9Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1The DATC Media Podcast Network: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcasts-1Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

DATC Media Presents: Something On - A new bi-weekly news show, live on Tuesdays on YouTube with the first episode airing this Tuesday, January 6 at 7pm Eastern hosted by Sara J!The show explores the latest music news through the lens of The Hip, creating space for tribute artists, adjacent acts and projects, creators, and fellow storytellers to join the conversation!Our first guest is Jeremy Hoyle, lead singer of ‪The Strictly Hip‬, who will be joining us to talk about the band's January residency at the iconic Babeville in Buffalo, NY.Originally aired live on YouTube 1/6/2026. Watch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=xJ3Zd79aqDwtvB-Thttps://www.thestrictlyhip.com/tour-date-testhttps://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/Be a guest on the show: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/something-on-guest-spotSchool of Hip: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579698875642https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CJYao4rHc/Listen on all podcast platformsTTH Podcast Series: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1006200856215552https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571367462332Listen on all podcast platforms

It's the first episode of 2026, and Sara J is back in your feed with a holiday recap and reset energy heading into the new year. Sara also pulls back the curtain on what's been cooking behind the scenes at DATC Media, including exciting updates on The Copper Penny Project and a preview of Something On — a brand-new bi-weekly live news show premiering January 6th at 7 PM on YouTube.The Copper Penny Project: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/Something On- https://www.youtube.com/live/FQS9KZXazBc?si=lDK8vz-5NNvluQXwDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportJoin the community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWebsite: https://www.roughgaugellc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGaugeShare your feedback: https://forms.gle/atJri2DMrnZ6szBD9Want to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

The Copper Penny Project, an immersive multi part mini series diving deep into the formative years of The Tragically Hip and the legend of The Copper Penny recording.Join me, Sara J, and my cast of super fans as we explore stories, music and history with those who were there."Good Music Never Goes Out of Style."The Copper Penny Project coming soon.Follow on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecopperpennyproject/

Sara J. is getting nostalgic with a look back at 2025!From a rundown of the captivating guests she's welcomed to the show, to the launch of the RoughGauge featured artist series, the addition of two new photographers to the DATC Media team, and the company's expansion to an international presence—this year has been full of milestones.She also reflects on a year-in-the-making event that turned out to be even more meaningful than anticipated, and gives a sneak peek at what's coming in 2026 from DATC Media and the many projects she's involved with.This episode is the perfect way to cap off an iconic year!

"No one's gonna die, it's just art"This week, host Sara J welcomes Loveland, CO–based psychedelic indie rock band Satellite Pilot to the show. Joined by Cody (bass), Amy (guitar, synth), Sierra (keys, harp), and Alex (guitar, vocals) — with a shoutout to Jared on drums — the band sits down to talk all things Satellite Pilot as they gear up to release their first EP, 2 furreels 2 true, out December 12th.They dive into the creative process, favorite tracks, what it's like bringing these songs to life on stage, the story behind the cover art, and so much more.The conversation kicks off with the current lineup sharing their history with the band, how they came together organically, and the unexpected little community of fans that's blossomed in Wichita, Kansas.From there, each member opens up about what it means to be part of the “ever-expanding energy machine” that is Satellite Pilot — and how the project fuels their own creative worlds, including the music they make outside the group.Then, the band gives a look at what's coming in 2026: their first-ever live release, To Live to Dazzle, recorded at Dazzle — Denver's beloved jazz club. Plus, plans to record a lot more, drop a run of singles, and hit the road for shows that stretch “beyond.”A real look at a band building momentum on their own terms.(Songs heard in this episode: 2 Furreels 2 True & It Takes Hawaii'll) More from this week's guests:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/satellite_pilot/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SatellitePilotYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@satellitepilothttps://linktr.ee/satellitepilotSatellite Pilot at The Roxy Theatre (Denver, CO) 8/30/25 - FULL GALLERY on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/satellite-pilot-137811407?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkOther projects mentioned in this episode:https://www.instagram.com/herviscera/https://www.instagram.com/a.m.pleasureassassins/https://linktr.ee/ampleasureassassins?utm_source=linktree_profile_share https://ampleasureassassins.com/https://www.instagram.com/paradiseovertime/https://linktr.ee/paradiseovertime?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

The Sunday Evening Jam — your all-things-Tragically-Hip live hang — is back and now available right here in this feed!Hosted by Sara J from DATC Media, with special co-host Craig Rogers from Discovering Downie, this episode covers Craig's recent shows with his band Gift Shop, community check-ins, updates, and a peek at what's next for our live hangs.(Originally aired live on YouTube on November 30th, 2025)If this is your first time hearing the Sunday Evening Jam here—welcome! We're glad you're joining us and can't wait for you to be part of the Sunday night vibe.Watch: https://youtu.be/rQdtFnXDup4?si=FYkwhiIbQGO8FmEvMore from Craig on Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast hosted by Sara J - Episodes 302, 303, 304 & 305Canadian Alternative Playlist:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/canadian-alternative/pl.u-DdANNBet9G60ESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6biwSrIHlYFrUuxghJja20?si=lGpBxUfSSP--d2w11vsDNA&pi=M384ATmqRFCcuSeven Canadian Bands You Should Know Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00FQHAEeZcxMW9RvD3mJze?si=rWR_heCGTVWuqM91ah1Jzw&pi=l-V8Ox9WRLKF8https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/7-canadian-bands-you-should-know/pl.u-76oNN7MupDMvLGift Shop: https://www.giftshophipband.caDiscovering Downie Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/gorddowniepod/The Tragically Hip Podcast Series: https://www.instagram.com/tthpodseries/https://www.facebook.com/share/1DTRpKTJHS/?mibextid=wwXIfrThe Final Tour: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsEJpV6gLgRFzE65OcpAcrEWZkW9MnmDP-5h-kW6aI_u93mw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn2k6nfFZ2KYUXV2FlkGxg1r7v1o_IcOiNGT5ISiaejFjqt6ugJGIBqK9l9Hg_aem_PFMcLJ2GLU10t0Mn-AAlVQDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

This week on the show, Sara J. is joined by Alex Moore of Satellite Pilot, a psychedelic indie-pop band based out of Loveland, CO. We dive into the Denver & Fort Collins music scene—what makes it special, why authenticity matters, and how even in a crowded landscape, there's truly room for everyone.Naturally, we get into the heart of music community and the way sound connects people no matter the miles between them. We talk path markers in life, creative energy, tapping into self, and the frequency shift that happens when you're playing to a live crowd. Alex also shares the wild story of the massive snowstorm that hit on the night of their 10-year anniversary show… and how it transformed into an intimate evening with the “real ones.”Alex opens up about the roots of his musical passion—from being inspired by a musician father to watching his great grandma play piano and organ in church, to the moment he got his first guitar. He also tells a serendipitous story involving a piano and the day he was born - you know we love that around stuff around here!We dig into his eclectic musical influences, including his love for 60s rockers and the raw authenticity of hip-hop.Then it's all things Satellite Pilot—the ever-expanding energy machine. Alex walks us through the current lineup, the family inspiration behind the band's name, what they're working on now, and so much more!More from this week's guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/satellite_pilot/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SatellitePilotYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@satellitepilothttps://linktr.ee/satellitepilotSatellite Pilot at The Roxy Theatre (Denver, CO) 8/30/25 - FULL GALLERY on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/satellite-pilot-137811407?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

After taking a week to recap the magic and madness of Hulaween 2025, Karl Engelmann returns to the show for part two — and we pick up right where we left off. Karl dives into life at his restaurant and bar, Epic Catering/Mel's Place, including hosting the Cuddle Clouds album-release party on November 2nd.From there, the duo gets into the world of independent artists — releasing music across formats, the wild talent of mastering engineers (Karl insists they're “aliens”), and how his current project Cuddle Clouds ties into the broader web of creative work he's building. He walks us through the roots of the old-time bluegrass movement, what it means to help keep the tradition alive, and how playing upright bass has shaped him both creatively and professionally.They go everywhere: the impact of Hurricane Helene… leaf season in Western North Carolina... Arizona THC gummies… telepathy… and even the eternal question — did Pompeii have a house band? With Karl, it's never a dull moment, and part two is no exception.Part One: https://droppedamongthiscrowdpod.simplecast.com/episodes/a-conversation-with-multi-instrumentalist-karl-engelmann-part-oneCheck out the self-titled debut from Cuddle Clouds wherever you stream music, and read Sara J's full review on Patreon → patreon.com/datcmediacompanyMore from this week's guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuddlecloudsband/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581501368985https://www.instagram.com/epiccatering/https://www.facebook.com/epiccateringllchttps://www.e-entrees.comTheory One Productions: [https://www.theoryoneproductions.com/https://www.instagram.com/theoryoneproductions/https://www.facebook.com/theoryoneproductionsMulheron Banjos: https://www.mulheronbanjos.com/https://www.instagram.com/mulheron_banjos/Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

This week on the show, Sara J sits down with the one and only Karl Engelmann!An in-depth, no-stone-unturned conversation — but would you expect anything less when Karl comes to hang?We dive into his new creative project, Cuddle Clouds, with drummer Ben Kilmer and their self-titled debut album. Karl walks us through the tracks, the creative process, and the hilarious visual that pops into his mind when he explains the band name.And in true Karl fashion, we naturally veer off into aliens, UFOs, meteors, interstellar objects, Christmas albums, and even a wild story about his project Mother Vinegar playing a show at a strip club.Karl also shares his thoughts on the analog vs. digital debate, what bringing the upright bass into his repertoire has opened up for him (including the chance to play with three completely different bands), and how a trip to Sedona inspired both a track on the album and the full color scheme of the cover.And that's just part one.Hilarious, nostalgic, and packed with surprises — you're not going to want to miss it.

In her first solo episode in a while, Sara J. takes the mic to share the whirlwind that was Rocktober — a month packed with music, milestones, and meaning. From an event that marked the culmination of a year's hard work, to an impromptu adventure to the Away From Home Festival with her daughter, multiple border-crossing trips, finally seeing Steve Hackett live, and celebrating the exhibit opening of friend and iconic photographer Richard Beland — it's been a ride. Alongside major growth with the company and a wave of new content, Sara also takes a moment to reflect on the past 12 months — and the reminder that no matter what's happening in the world, music is always there.Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

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“There's always some genesis of it all.”Iconic music photographer Richard Beland is back for the conclusion of his conversation with Sara J, diving right into his latest and most ambitious project yet — Liss Gallery Presents: OUR IMMORTAL STARS Vol. 1, a six-week exhibition and photography book that captures decades of rock history.Richard walks Sara through the journey from the very beginning — meeting with gallery owner Brian Liss, reflecting on his first exhibit with the gallery, and what it means to stand among the photographers he once admired. He also shares the year-long process behind the 250-page book, featuring 200+ photos of over 180 bands and 27 short stories he wrote about the artists who shaped his personal and professional life.The two continue their conversation with stories from across Richard's incredible career, including:

“There could be world peace if everybody just went to rock concerts all the time.”This week on Dropped Among This Crowd, Sara J. welcomes world-renowned and iconic music photographer Richard Beland for a captivating two-part conversation that dives deep into music, memory, and the magic of live shows.In Part One, Richard takes us on a journey through his early years in a border town, where mischief and music first intertwined. From discovering his mom's record collection and obsessively tuning into Detroit radio, to finally getting permission to attend his first concert in 1983 — Richard traces the roots of a lifelong passion.He shares how flipping through rock magazines planted the seeds for his legendary photography career and recounts the moment that changed everything: bringing a Nikon camera to the Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty show at Rich Stadium in Buffalo on July 4th, 1986 — a day that set his creative path in motion.Sara and Richard also explore the welcoming spirit of the jamband community, his experiences as a devoted Deadhead (with over 150 shows under his belt), and his heartfelt journals filled with memories from the road. Along the way, Richard opens up about losing his father just three days after his 20th birthday — a pivotal moment that reshaped his connection to touring and storytelling through images.Plus, hear behind-the-scenes tales from his nearly 20 years as house photographer at Fallsview Casino, from shooting rising star Yungblud to an unforgettable (and hilariously awkward) photo session with Art Garfunkel — complete with a ten-minute apologetic voicemail he'll cherish forever.Get ready for a warm, nostalgic, and insightful conversation about the shows that shaped a career, the people who made it unforgettable, and how the power of live music can change a life.More from this week's guest:Website: https://richardbeland.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/richard.belandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14LapA4SrHW/?mibextid=wwXIfrLiss Gallery Presents: Richard Beland Our Immortal Stars Vol. 1: VIP Book Launch and Artist Reception: October 25th, 2025 - https://www.lissgallery.comListen to Richard on The Tragically Hip Top Forty Countdown (Song Number 4): https://kite.link/song4Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

This week, we're welcoming some feminine energy to the mic with special guest Leah Naomi Singman — a Michigan-based musician, mother, and longtime friend of Sara J's.In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Leah opens up about navigating the male-dominated music industry, transforming life experiences into creative purpose, and what we hope our children learn by watching us chase our dreams. We dive into the beauty of live music communities, her deep love for music, and the magical presence of her grandmother's piano — shipped all the way from Argentina — that sat quietly in the living room throughout her childhood.Leah shares the surprising influence of the legendary Argentine hippie band Sui Generis, and how a Carole King cartoon musical left a lasting impression. From writing her first song at age eight, to picking up a guitar for the first time at Shabbat dinner, not allowing a janky guitar from a flea market to discourage her and learning classical guitar — her musical journey is as unconventional as it is inspiring.With her debut album set to release this November, Leah talks about the creative process, the serendipitous way she met her producer, and the multi-instrumentalist collaborators bringing her songs to life.

Sara J and jD are fresh off a Toronto adventure, swapping stories and laughs while gearing up for A Celebration of The Hip for ALS. We dropped some big reveals on silent auction items, checked in with the membersHIP, and gossiped about all things Hipland. With October 4th closing in, the energy was high, the chatter was loose, and the vibes were pure fan-forward. If you missed it live, grab a replay and hang out—it's like pulling up a stool with friends who can't stop talking about the band we love most.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

IntroHey friends, jD here. I'm coming to you a little heavy today — because I've just put the final “regular” episode of the Countdown to bed. It's all edited, all stitched together, and out of my hands now. And that's a trip. When I started this whole thing last August with nothing more than a wild idea, an abacus, and a bunch of fan lists, I had no clue what it would become. Now we're here — and damn, it feels equal parts surreal, emotional, and downright beautiful.This episode isn't just about ticking off another slot. It's about reflecting on the journey, the people I've met, and the stories that have come pouring out along the way. Somewhere along the line, it stopped being about the rankings and started being about us. About the community. About the way these songs stitch into our lives and memories. That's what's really hit me in the gut as I wrapped this one up.Next WeekOf course, this thing ain't really done. We've still got the live finale waiting for us — October 4th at The Rec Room in Toronto. That night we find out what stands tall at number one. The Strictly Hip will be there to blow the roof off. Tara Slone will be there. Richard Beland will be there. And most importantly, you can be there too. I want to see you in the room, repping your pick, belting it out, celebrating the band we all love.“Somewhere around episode two I realized — this was never really about the countdown at all. It was about the stories.”About the GuestThis one's a solo reflection, just me in your ears — but you'll hear shoutouts to so many folks who've carried me through: Sara J, the membersHIP, the Discovering Downie crew, and everyone who's shared their Hipstory along the way. You're all part of this episode.Get Involved

This week on the show Sara J. is joined by musician and podcast host Mark Hopkins for a wide-ranging conversation that's equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply human.They dive into everything — from the power of music and raw emotion to time itself, ghost stories from Salem, UFOs, and beyond.Mark shares how hearing Pearl Jam's Ten for the first time changed the trajectory of his life, the early influence of his siblings' eclectic music tastes, and the unwavering support of his father. A lifelong student of music, he reflects on the Baltimore music scene, playing with past guest Dan Wallace, and the endless joy of falling down music's rabbit holes, taking the things he loves along the way and adding his finger print to create his own musical "mad libs"They talk creativity's highs and lows, releasing three new songs in 2025, and the importance of pouring into yourself — including workouts (because yes, Sara loves her workouts).From interviewing Pearl Jam's first drummer to working remotely for Berklee College of Music while raising his daughter, Mark opens up about life, art, and staying connected to your 15-year-old self, even when you're “adulting.”Plus: his podcast At Home with Mark (Sara will be a live guest on Oct 28 at 6pm ET!), the magic of meeting your heroes, and why music lovers are all just a little bit like Swifties.More from this week's guest: https://linktr.ee/Markhopkinsmusic?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafQn7eUUTvuENftgU0gyBd8FB9xHD_D1J_ht2BcjYvKOTub1JnNBwtOJmR4mA_aem_aYJ3m08maMAIKlHuq7FYsgFalling Branch Farm Brewery Pumpkin Fest October 4th: https://www.fallingbranch.beer/events-calendar-1Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Curious about the October 4th Toronto event? https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreatorFollow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

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She had no notes, guys!!Sara J. hands over the reins to returning guest Craig Rogers for a special two-part mini-series. Craig kicks things off talking a bit about the CanCon laws and what sparked this series.From there, we dive into the first four bands on the list — and trust us, this is just the beginning.More From This Week's Guest:Gift Shop: https://www.giftshophipband.caDiscovering Downie Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/gorddowniepod/Introduce Yerself - Tribute Singers (Discovering Downie Bonus Episode - Craig sits down with the singers from Gift Shop (Ian) and the Almost Hip (Craig) to discuss their performances and what it's like to be in a tribute to The Hip)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discovering-downie/id1740810199?i=1000661217664https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tPxzLobp7lFhwzEYNwPul?si=BN-0_ybMQUWHlHyTae3O1AAnd on All Podcast Streaming PlatformsWindows '78:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dgLSNGgttqwpkOO6DnFGs?si=p8Ypp9MXQ5aBLY0_InaEHAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/windows-78/155673759Canadian Alternative Playlist:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/canadian-alternative/pl.u-DdANNBet9G60ESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6biwSrIHlYFrUuxghJja20?si=lGpBxUfSSP--d2w11vsDNA&pi=M384ATmqRFCcuSeven Canadian Bands You Should Know Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00FQHAEeZcxMW9RvD3mJze?si=rWR_heCGTVWuqM91ah1Jzw&pi=l-V8Ox9WRLKF8https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/7-canadian-bands-you-should-know/pl.u-76oNN7MupDMvLFind out more about the bands mentioned in this episode:Hey Rosetta:Kintsukuroi Official Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gu8HMFhITqwKintsukuroi Live Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MKajkDZqPYLive at CBC Music Fest - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiHE0jvYXuk&list=RDqiHE0jvYXuk&start_radio=1Ahead by a Century - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPTrmXvPFRU&list=RDCPTrmXvPFRU&start_radio=1Buck 65:Talking about working with Gord Downie - https://youtu.be/xN_CGw48nrE?si=Br7dj1CaA7fIFw41Bandits (live) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g2km_SQHdg&list=RD2g2km_SQHdg&start_radio=1Rich Terfry sample playlist from Drive radio show (CBC) - https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-259-drive/clip/d20250407-monday-april-7-2025Half Moon Run:Live at Massey Hall - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn4XSWao3eU&list=RDsn4XSWao3eU&start_radio=1Razorblade live - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTblmTlhKhE&list=RDsn4XSWao3eU&index=2Bruce Cockburn:If I Had a Rocket Launcher - (Live) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOjHior0RfU&list=RDnOjHior0RfU&start_radio=1If a Tree Falls - Official Video - https://youtu.be/ErS9HCh8GfE?si=i02FuzcpfBzjTCW_Donate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Curious about the October 4th Toronto event? https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreatorFollow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

Episode SummaryAs we close in on the Top 5, the conversations get heavier, funnier, and more personal. This week, jD welcomes Keith from Calgary—drummer, GEDfest founder, and long-haul Hip fan—for a ride through the moments that shaped his fandom. From the spark of discovery, to sweaty live-show floors that move as one, to building something new for the community with GetFest, Keith's stories capture the essence of what it means to belong to The Hip's orbit.About the GuestKeith first stumbled into The Hip through a mix of MuchMusic, Columbia House roulette, and the kind of tapes that never left your Discman. Decades later, he's still hooked—and now he's part of the engine keeping the flame alive. As the founder of GEDfest, Keith has helped create a multi-city tribute festival raising funds for cancer charities, proving that fandom can ripple outward into real impact.Why It MattersWhat starts with one song, one show, one memory—becomes a community. Keith's Hipstory is proof of how the band's catalogue doesn't just soundtrack our lives, but stitches them together with others. Whether it's a packed bar, a festival stage, or a room full of fans swapping stories, it's that shared electricity that keeps The Hip alive long after the amps are turned off.Episode HighlightsFirst sparks: the early singles and tapes that hooked a generationThe magic of the live show: when the floor moves as oneThe community connection: parallels between Hip fans and DeadheadsHow GEDfest grew into a cross-Canada event with charitable impactThe records and Gord solo cuts Keith is spinning right nowPull Quote: “It's not about us on stage—it's about the music, the memories, and how it transports people back to their own golden ages.”ClosingBig thanks to Keith from Calgary for the laughs, the memories, and the work he's doing to keep the spirit of The Hip alive through GEDfest. We're getting dangerously close to the Top 5—Song #5 drops next Monday. Got a Hipstory of your own? Send us a note or a voice memo—we'd love to share it on the show.Promos / CrosslinksSunday Evening Jam (Sundays 8pm ET): News, banter, and Hip chatter with Sara J & jDA Celebration of The Hip for ALS (Oct 4): Live finale + online silent auction supporting ALS Society of CanadaDiscovering Downie: A curated tour through Gord's solo catalogConnect with UsFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/tthtop40Instagram: @tthtop40Email: tthtop40@gmail.comWebsite: dewvre.com/tthtop40YouTube: youtube.com/@dewvre1974Meta Description (SEO, 160 chars):jD and Keith from Calgary unpack discovery, live-show magic, and building community through fandom—plus how GEDfest channels Hip love into real impact.SEO Tags: Tragically Hip podcast, The Tragically Hip Top Forty Countdown, Gord Downie, Hip fandom, Canadian rock podcast, Tragically Hip fan stories, GEDfestSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to the Shameless Brand. Here is a candid conversation hosted by Sara J. the shameless curator on the Sincerely Shameless podcast , featuring Brit.Chappell. Join me as I explore the lies we tell ourselves about purpose, the emptiness that comes from recreating someone else's life, and the terrifying freedom of finally asking: what do I actually want?IG: ShesooshamelessIG: Brit.ChappellWebsite: www.shamelessthebrand.com

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Hey there, welcome back to the Sincerely, Shameless Podcast. I'm Sara J, and today we're diving into three words that can either inspire you or make you want to hide under a blanket - purpose, process, and planning.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to have it all figured out, or if you've been stuck in the cycle of big dreams but no clear path forward, this one's for you. Because here's what I've learned: shame loves to whisper that you should already know your purpose, that you should have a perfect process, and that real people have detailed plans.But what if that's not how it actually works?Today, we're going to break down these three intimidating concepts into something much more human and approachable. We'll explore how to discover purpose without the pressure, develop processes that actually fit your life, and create plans that guide you instead of paralyzing you.Because the truth is, you don't need to have it all mapped out to start moving forward. Sometimes the best thing you can do is take the next right step.Feature: Adiyah Bell IG: @adiyahdani_xo

The wait is over—Sara J finally sits down with Craig Rogers: co-host of Discovering Downie & guitarist for Gift Shop (West Coast's ultimate tribute to The Tragically Hip)In typical DATC Pod fashion, this chat is so good it had to be split into two parts!In part one, Craig takes us through his musical journey (with his guitars as our guide)—from the influence of his father's own musical career, to grade six band and playing saxophone, to picking up a guitar and being sought out to play with his favourite band. He shares the perils of touring Canada, playing side stage at Lollapalooza '95, and his first G&L guitar.We also dive into the music that shaped him: the album that changed everything for him, why he thinks The War on Drugs is the best live band right now, and the time he had tickets to two shows at once. Plus, Craig recalls his first encounters with The Tragically Hip, gives us a peek into his fandom and explains how Gord Downie left him unsure what to think at first.And that's just part one. Buckle up—we're going deep.More from this week's guest:Gift Shop: https://www.giftshophipband.caDiscovering Downie Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/gorddowniepod/Windows '78:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dgLSNGgttqwpkOO6DnFGs?si=p8Ypp9MXQ5aBLY0_InaEHAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/windows-78/155673759Loaded Boards Longboard video mentioned in conversation: https://youtu.be/l7OpZ_XQzJI?si=EdWXEisd_Q-u63-PCanadian Alternative Playlist:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/canadian-alternative/pl.u-DdANNBet9G60ESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6biwSrIHlYFrUuxghJja20?si=lGpBxUfSSP--d2w11vsDNA&pi=M384ATmqRFCcuThe Friendly Giant Classic Vintage Children's TV Show: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL55KQG9TdrwYW3VxnIz9cNxTvsfGCHtks&si=ICBzpFN14UpsWamsDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Curious about the October 4th Toronto event? https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreatorFollow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

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On August 20th jD and Sara J opened up the live stream to commemorate the 9th anniversary of The Hip's last show. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

No single track, no script, no rules — just your weekly Hip hangout with jD & Sara J, this time joined by Adam in Florida and Jeff from Belleville. We covered a little of everything: Hip talk, fan stories, and a few tangents that may or may not survive the edit.We also touched on two standout fan perspectives from opposite ends of the map, proving that The Hip's reach is just as strong in the sunshine as it is north of the 401. Somewhere in between, there was laughter, light heckling, and the kind of shared stories that make you wish the night wouldn't end.Pull Quote: “It's not where you're from, it's who you sing along with.”

In the final installment of Sara J's conversation with jazz saxophonist Dan Wallace, the focus shifts to his band, The 11th Hour, and their phenomenal cover of Tool's "Sober." Dan also shares his aspirations for a live album and the story of his friendship with musician Marc Shapiro, who was the catalyst for Dan's guest spot here on the show.Dan shares his experiences in the Baltimore music scene, his college days in New Orleans, and gives props to the artists who influenced the musicians we love. He also explains why he believes Steely Dan stands the test of time (and would probably survive the apocalypse). Dan talks about his future plans, including an upcoming jazz album, before switching things up to embark on something new.And you won't want to miss the incredible story of how he may or may not have convinced Jeff Coffin to take the gig with The Dave Matthews Band full-time back in the summer of 2008.More from this week's guest:Sober (Tool) Dan Wallace and the 11th Hour: https://youtu.be/dH8GQyNB3Zc?si=RCG0J9EyPkxh_Lzc"Terms and Conditions" by Dan Wallace and the 11th Hour: https://youtu.be/gJeGfIIvPK8?si=4W8g1HVGPTiyPKqEDan Wallace and the 11th Hour, a playlist on SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/hSxKIkPHDHIZYXJXLXDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Curious about the October 4th Toronto event? https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreatorFollow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/