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  • Ep 016 Yet Another Adolf
    2026/03/01

    This Adolf and his brother started a business together. But they ended up with two different companies


    This episode made possible thanks to podcast superfan David of Israel.. Thanks so much for your support David. I'm glad you're loving the podcast.


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    5 分
  • Ep 015 Mop Head
    2026/02/25

    Mop head started by selling car antennas from the back of his van. What he achieved was extraordinary


    This episode made possible thanks to Robyn at www.lastfarewell.com.au a funeral advocacy business. What a brilliant idea, check it out


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    5 分
  • Ep 014 Samuel and Alonzo
    2026/02/21

    Samuel and Alonzo left their jobs to branch out on their own... So what business did they create?


    This episode made possible thanks to alansdebtcollection.com.au call or text Alan on 0414781639 or email him alan@alansdebtcollection.com.au


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    Want to know what something was named after? Your story ideas and feedback are welcome – shoot me an email at nametalespodcast@gmail.com

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    6 分
  • Ep 013 The Harvester Suburb
    2026/02/17

    Here's how one man built a city and it wasn't named after him.


    This episode made possible thanks to Anonymous... You know who you are, and I appreciate your kindness


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    5 分
  • Ep 012 Smaller Stories 1
    2026/02/13

    Here's a bunch of shorter stories all rolled into one episode


    This episode made possible thanks to podcast superfan David of Israel.. Thanks so much for your support David. I'm glad you're loving the podcast.


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

    Donations can be as little as $1 and are one off donations. Not monthly


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    Want to know what something was named after? Your story ideas and feedback are welcome – shoot me an email at nametalespodcast@gmail.com

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    5 分
  • Ep 011 1600s Rock and Roll
    2026/02/09

    How does a farmer form the 1600s get remembered in modern times?


    This episode made possible thanks to www.lastfarewell.com.au. A great concept in arranging funerals. Thanks so much for your support


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    5 分
  • Ep 010 The Other Adolf
    2026/02/05

    This Adolf was a good guy and I reckon he has reached everyone in Australia


    This episode made possible thanks to Bob and Barb Tarlau from Los Angeles. Thanks so much for your support guys.


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

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    5 分
  • Ep 009 The First Earl of Leicester
    2026/02/02

    Who was the first Earl of Leicester, and what was named after him?


    This episode made possible thanks to Mark at www.oldcarradiosfixed.com.au Check out his handywork on Facebook. You'll be amazed.


    To advertise or support this podcast, head to buymeacoffee.com/nametales and make a small loose change donation.

    Donations can be as little as $1 and are one off donations. Not monthly


    Be sure to subscribe to the Name Tales Podcast and leave a review. It helps others to find the podcast.


    Want to know what something was named after? Your story ideas and feedback are welcome – shoot me an email at nametalespodcast@gmail.com

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    5 分