Hi kids! Today's secret word is HATE. We cover the best of the pop-punk (yikes), the worst of the nu-metal (double yikes), plus some omissions (yay!). Also: Nico sings a lot, there's an extended discussion on Hot Topic, we try to get a definition of adult contemporary, and we make a bold prediction about 2018! Plus-plus: an accidental preview of next month's best of 2017 episode!