The Jersey Angle

EPISODE 10: Obsessed with NJ place names


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Do you think you know how your town gots its name? Well, the story could be complete BS, and Scott Salmon is here to set you straight.

Salmon has written a book entitled "Naming New Jersey: The Etymology of its Historical and Geographical Landmarks" which traces the origin of the names of more than 800 towns, landmarks and other spots. Brian and Mark sit down with him for a free-ranging Jersey nerdiest exploring the story behind everything from Hi-Nella to Ho-Ho-Kus.


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