His angry father wanted him to stop his little projects and concentrate on his tinsmith job. It's a good thing he didn't.

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Two young boys with big ideas started in a small shed with barely any room.

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*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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Their fruit and veg business was going fine until he added sweets to the store...

This episode made possible thanks to Shannon at Pets On Pots - She handpaints a picture of your pet on to a potplant. www.instagram.com/pets_on_pots

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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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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He came to Australia from Russia and couldn't even speak the laguage.

This episode made possible thanks to Renee at StepAhead Finance. 0421 636 041 or check out stepaheadfinance.com.au

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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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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Some short stories about names you know super well.

This episode made possible thanks to Superfan David.

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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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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He threw it all away to set up a nine seat root beer stand. It worked out well.

This episode made possible thanks to Superfan David.

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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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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Three brothers learn chemistry, then educate and dominate the world

This episode made possible thanks to Superfan David.

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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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

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He made playing cards.... Then this happened.

This episode made possible thanks to Superfan David.

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

Other projects of mine...

*** Check Out @BertNewtonClips on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook

*** Follow my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@SimonOwensRadio where I post classic Bert Newton Show moments and old Tv ads from the 80s & 90s

*** check out my other podcasts

• NOT TALKING FOOTBALL where I interview former champion AFL players - but not about their football careers.
• COMPILATION CONVERSTATIONS where I interview celebrities about their favourite Compilation Albums
• FAVOURITES where I interview celebrities about their careers

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.