Run It Up the Flagpole and See Who Salutes

Run It Up the Flagpole and See Who Salutes. The Hub Radio Show for Monday January 2, 2017. View the completely new playlist for 1-2-17 (CLICK HERE)

Allen Toussaint, Andrew Bird, Angel Olsen, Carl Broemel, Cass McCombs

The name of the holiday comes from the English language expression, run it up a flagpole and see if anyone salutes it, which means putting new ideas and ventures to test and to see if they gain acceptance and popularity, just like a flag would have respect by people saluting it.

Twelfth Annual Holiday Hub

Twelfth Annual Holiday Hub. The Hub Radio Show for Monday 12-19-16. View the completely yule playlist (CLICK HERE)

Kacey Musgraves, Langhorne Slim, Jack Skuller, Deep Sea Diver

Sometimes you just need a break from traditional holiday music. I mean, that 1000th repeat of “Jingle Bells” or “The Christmas Song” can make you lose your enthusiasm faster than getting a lump of coal in your stocking. So in the spirit of extending your holiday cheer (which is the only thing that lets you tolerate Aunt Edna for the entire family holiday party, am I right?), here are the funniest and oddest novelty holiday songs that are sure to brighten your day!

Festival of Unmentionable Thoughts

Festival of Unmentionable Thoughts. The Hub Radio show for Monday December 12, 2016. View the completely hush hush playlist for 12-12-16 (CLICK HERE)


Dr. Dog , Jim James, American Football, Matt Pond PA, Teen Suicide

Today is the National Festival of Unmentionable Thoughts! As we go about with our busy lives, stop for a moment and consider how you can make a difference in another person's life.

Go For A Ride

Go For A Ride. Hub Radio Show for Monday November 21, 2016. View the completely mobile playlist for 11-21-16 (CLICK HERE)

Slaughter Beach, Dog , Slothrust, Car Seat Headrest, Parquet Courts, Sleigh Bells

While the origins of this made-up holiday are unknown, we can safely assume that it encourages people to get out of the house and take a ride. Go For a Ride Day is the perfect excuse to explore parts of your neighborhood and town that you have never seen before or to take a long, aimless road trip across the state or country

Loosen Up, Lighten Up

Lighten Up, Loosen Up. The Hub Radio Show for Monday November 14, 2016. View the completely chill playlist for 11-14-16 (CLICK HERE)

El Vy, Jim James, Rogue Wave, Matt Pond PA, Pavo Pavo

To celebrate today, start by letting go of those things causing unnecessary stress. Start the day by not worrying about being late for work. If you must, take things in your own time, drive casually without rushing through traffic and, if someone cuts you off – just laugh it off and continue on your journey. Today you should let go of the things that normally drive you up the wall – let it slide and be free of the pain and worry – even if it is just for one day.

I Got Nothin'

I Got Nothin'. The Hub Radio show for Monday November 7, 2016. View the completely hirsute playlist for 11-7-16 (CLICK HERE)

Jim James , Lambchop, Piers Faccini, Pavo Pavo, Slaughter Beach, Dog

The truth is, people don’t remember most conversations, so it’s useless having something great to say every time it is your turn to talk. Instead, you have to practice speaking without thinking. This lets you relax and enjoy conversations more because you now just say whatever “feels” right.

Halloween 2016

Halloween. The Hub Radio Show for Monday October 31, 2016. View the completely spooky playlist for 10-31-16 (CLICK HERE)

American Football, Teenage Fanclub, Hiss Golden Messenger, The Jayhawks, Wilco

Straddling the line between fall and winter, plenty and paucity, life and death, Halloween is a time of celebration and superstition. It is thought to have originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off roaming ghosts.