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The Origin and Naming of Pubs
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36:30 - 45:10 (08:39)

Pubs were named based on their clientele or with references to historical or literary figures. They were not necessarily named after the decorative items present within.

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This podcast episode discusses the origin of pub names in the UK, which were often derived from historical events or objects that were found within the establishment, catering to literate people who knew the significance of the name.
36:30 - 38:11 (01:40)
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British Pub culture
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This podcast episode discusses the origin of pub names in the UK, which were often derived from historical events or objects that were found within the establishment, catering to literate people who knew the significance of the name.

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The Origin and Naming of Pubs
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The Delightful History of Pubs
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Stuff You Should Know
The Puritans frowned on pubs with names that might be seen as taking God's name in vain, leading to a change in some of the pub names in England during that time.
38:11 - 39:38 (01:26)
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England
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The Puritans frowned on pubs with names that might be seen as taking God's name in vain, leading to a change in some of the pub names in England during that time. Some pubs still contain 13th-century caves used for seating today.

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The Origin and Naming of Pubs
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The Delightful History of Pubs
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Stuff You Should Know
Pubs in the UK were often named after the clientele they served or the monarch in power to show loyalty.
39:38 - 42:37 (02:59)
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Pubs
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Pubs in the UK were often named after the clientele they served or the monarch in power to show loyalty. Examples include The Carpenter's Arms for carpenters and The Cat and Fiddle or Katharina Fidelis for Queen Catherine of Aragon.

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The Origin and Naming of Pubs
Episode
The Delightful History of Pubs
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Stuff You Should Know
Bill reminisces about his love for playing darts back in the day and expresses disappointment about the current trend of soft tip electronic games.
42:37 - 43:28 (00:51)
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Darts
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Bill reminisces about his love for playing darts back in the day and expresses disappointment about the current trend of soft tip electronic games.

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The Origin and Naming of Pubs
Episode
The Delightful History of Pubs
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Stuff You Should Know
The co-host mentions his friend Justin, who is one of the best Dart players in the region, and also Melissa's wine store called Dombe juice in Kirkwood, Atlanta.
43:28 - 45:10 (01:41)
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Dart, Wine shop
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The co-host mentions his friend Justin, who is one of the best Dart players in the region, and also Melissa's wine store called Dombe juice in Kirkwood, Atlanta. Apparently, the wine shop originated from the name of English archers who shorted their arrows and drew targets on oak casks to keep their marksmanship skill going.

Chapter
The Origin and Naming of Pubs
Episode
The Delightful History of Pubs
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know