TL;DRA big, buzzy night. We roll into the Top 5 of the Countdown, swap Hipstories, announce Tara Slone for the Oct 4 live finale, unveil fresh silent auction items, and crank up the Hockey Night in Canada Raffle. Plus: Sarah J’s cosmic patio moment, Jeff drops by, and the chat goes full feels.
Tonight’s Vibe- “Bittersweet” as we near Song #1; the finale plans are locking in.
- Community energy is peaking—tickets are moving, and the auction list is getting spicy.
Big Announcements- Finale Format (Oct 4 @ The Rec Room, 7pm ET): Live episode exactly like the pod—guest Hipstory → Song reveal.
- Special Guest: Tara Slone will join us on stage.
- Music: The Strictly Hip — two sets.
- Photography Feature: Richard Beland shares iconic Hip shots.
- Tickets: Limited capacity. Don’t wait.
Silent Auction — New Reveals- Tragically Hip – CBGB RSD Pink Vinyl (hard-to-find gem)
- Artage Portrait Gift Certificate (~$3,000 value): pro sitting + 14” finished portrait
- Full auction runs Oct 1 – Oct 4 (11:30pm ET). Bid from anywhere.
Hockey Night in Canada Raffle (Leafs vs Oilers, Dec 13)- Prize: 2 seats — Section 104, Row 29, Seats 24–25 (Scotiabank Arena)
- Odds: Only 100 spots
- Price: 1 for $35, 2 for $65, 4 for $100
- Proceeds to ALS Society of Canada. (U.S. friends: your exchange rate is your friend.)
Song #6 Talk (No Spoilers)- Was it robbed? Jeff argues it’s his #1 live closer—“lights hit white, bass drops, crowd erupts.”
- Tribute-scene parallels to Deadhead culture: community, travel, jams, and those Gord rambles that turn songs into songs within songs.
Community Moments- Sarah J’s ‘universe wink’: walking out of a show, hears “New Orleans Is Sinking” from a 3-piece on a patio—cosmic timing, mozzarella sticks, and goosebumps.
- Guest drop-ins: Jeff (hockey & live-show lore) and Adam from Tampa (rankings spice).
- Paper tickets nostalgia, binder flex, and a gentle call for karaoke + worst-misheard-lyrics showdown.
Calls to Action- 🎟 Finale Tickets (Oct 4): Grab yours now—limited capacity.
- 🏒 Raffle Squares: Stack your odds for Leafs–Oilers.
- 🖼 Auction Preview: Start scouting; bidding opens Oct 1.
- 📨 Want to street-team in Toronto (Sept 20)? DM us to hand out flyers & hang.
CreditsHosted by jD & Sara J • Brought to you by NorthStar Bets.
Special thanks to everyone in the live chat for the laughs, memories, and momentum.
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