Gord Downie and the Tragically Hip as Canadian icons

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Channel: Q with Tom Power · 2016 · Entertainment

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On the heels of sad news about Gord Downie, this week's Pop Culture Panel explores Canada's affection for the frontman and his band the Tragically Hip.

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