1979 was a year of seismic shifts — in sports, politics, and pop culture. In this solo “Throwback Thursday” edition, Shane revisits the events that shaped a generation, from the WHA-NHL merger that launched Wayne Gretzky into superstardom to the political upheaval that defined Canada and the world.

Dive into the moment Joe Clark became (and quickly ceased to be) Prime Minister, the chaos of the Iran hostage crisis, and the blockbuster films that filled theaters — including The Amityville Horror and Star Trek: The Motion Picture. This episode blends memory with history, offering a reflective journey through one of the most formative years of the late 20th century.

Originally aired on2025-10-30