NEW EPISODE #13 – WATCH: 3 MINUTE HISTORY CANADA – The 1979 Oil Shock That Toppled a Government

3 Minute History Canada  serves up the roller-coaster.

This week’s episode dives into the 1979 Iranian Revolution oil shock — prices doubled, Joe Clark’s minority government collapsed after nine months over an 18-cent gas tax, and Pierre Trudeau staged a stunning comeback — while Canada’s “Canadian Caper” heroes saved U.S. diplomats in Tehran.

Created by historian and energy analyst Tammy Nemeth, each three-minute episode blends vivid storytelling, rare visuals, and the real human grit behind the headlines.

Watch the 1979 Second Oil Shock episode now and subscribe for weekly drops:

https://www.youtube.com/@3MinuteHistoryCanada 

You can find more in-depth stories related to the video at Three Minute History on substack: https://threeminutehistorycanada.substack.com/

Questions or interview requests? Reach Tammy at [email protected]

Perfect for sharing with your team — Canada’s energy story, explained in minutes.

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