Name Tales

By Simon Owens

There are thousands of brand names, store names, products, and just “things” that are named after people. So in each episode of my podcast I’ll give you the back story to a recognisable produc

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FAQs about Name Tales:

How many episodes does Name Tales have?

The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.

Name Tales episodes:

August 17, 2026Ep 048 Dr Grape
This doctor thought wine was the best medicine. Was he right?

This episode thanks to Sammy and Jay who have their own smash hit nostalgia podcast "The 80s Montage"

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 [email protected]

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.
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7min
August 13, 2026Ep 047 John Paul's Cool Idea
John Paul had a cool idea about food preservation. But he had no idea where it would take him.

This episode made possible thanks to Paul. Thanks so much for your support.

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 [email protected]

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.
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7min
August 09, 2026Ep 046 Not a Tinsmith
His angry father wanted him to stop his little projects and concentrate on his tinsmith job. It's a good thing he didn't.

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

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 [email protected]

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.
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7min
August 05, 2026Ep 045 Two Boys and a Shed
Two young boys with big ideas started in a small shed with barely any room.

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 [email protected]

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.
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August 01, 2026Ep 044 Harris' Sweets
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

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 [email protected]

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.
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6min
July 28, 2026Ep 043 Draper Simcha
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

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 [email protected]

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.
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7min
July 24, 2026Ep 042 Smaller Stories 3
Some short stories about names you know super well.

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 [email protected]

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.
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6min
July 20, 2026Ep 041 The Root Beer Stand
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.

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 [email protected]

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.
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6min
July 16, 2026Ep 040 The Three Apothecarists
Three brothers learn chemistry, then educate and dominate the world

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 [email protected]

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.
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6min
July 12, 2026Ep 039 Fusijaro Yamauchi
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 [email protected]

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.
...more
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FAQs about Name Tales:

How many episodes does Name Tales have?

The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.