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The Aussie English Podcast
Fancy speaking like a true Aussie?
Learn advanced English anywhere, anytime with the Aussie English Podcast. Download on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and start your journey to sounding like a dinkum Aussie!
- Immerse yourself in real Aussie conversations and pick up the lingo.
- Get the hang of our unique slang, expressions, and that classic Aussie accent.
- Learn about Aussie culture and history for a well-rounded understanding.
- Improve your pronunciation and fluency with every episode.
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Can Australia Use Genetic Warfare to Get Rid of Fire Ants?
CSIRO scientists are testing RNA bait to silence red imported fire ants! Hear Pete break down genetic pest control and English phrasal verbs on Aussie English.
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Would You Be Buried in a Coffin Grown From Fungi?
Australia's first mushroom coffin was buried in NSW! Hear Pete break down mycelium tech, green burials, and key English idioms on Aussie English today.
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How Did Australia Nearly Miss This Asteroid?
Asteroid 2026 RW1 was tracked before atmospheric entry in WA! Hear Pete break down space precision, citizen science, and English verbs on Aussie English.
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Can Hunger Trick a Detection Dog?
Does hunger change how dogs sniff? Hear Pete break down a scent detection experiment, false alarms, and English phrasal verbs on Aussie English today.
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What Was a Tasmanian Devil Doing in Western Australia?
Tasmanian devil fossils found at Juukan Gorge in the Pilbara! Hear Pete break down ancient human-devil history and English idioms on Aussie English today.
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Would You Live On This Tropical Island For Free?
Rent-free living on Queensland's Middle Percy Island! Hear Pete break down island caretaking, off-grid trade-offs, and English idioms on Aussie English today.
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Unlock 1000s of phrasal verbs by learning the key concepts behind them.
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Rapidly improve your English listening comprehension with real English discussions.
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Master Australian English pronunciation and communicate clearly and with confidence.
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Improve your spoken English by learning the most common contractions native speakers use.
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What My Students Say
“I've been an Academy member for almost a year. Pete teaches in a fun and effective way — he really knows how language learning works. I share a new Aussie joke every week with my colleagues and they always ask for more!”
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“I joined the Academy after struggling with Australian accents at the airport. Thanks to Pete's clear explanations on pronunciation and connected speech, my listening has improved greatly. It's also a wonderful way to learn Australian culture along the way.”
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“The Aussie English Academy has been a foundation for me in Australia. Pete helps us understand how Aussies really speak — fast and contracted. I once couldn't understand 'boh of wah' (bottle of water). Now I get everything. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”
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“Aussie English completely changed how I approach language learning. Pete's natural style made it easy to pick up real expressions and connect with Australian culture in a way no textbook ever could.”
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“After 6 months in the Aussie Classroom, my English and pronunciation improved a lot and my listening skills were greatly enhanced. If you want to speak great English, give it a try — the results will surprise you!”
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“I've been an Academy member for almost a year. Pete teaches in a fun and effective way — he really knows how language learning works. I share a new Aussie joke every week with my colleagues and they always ask for more!”
Zinnia
China
“I joined the Academy after struggling with Australian accents at the airport. Thanks to Pete's clear explanations on pronunciation and connected speech, my listening has improved greatly. It's also a wonderful way to learn Australian culture along the way.”
Ninh
Vietnam
“The Aussie English Academy has been a foundation for me in Australia. Pete helps us understand how Aussies really speak — fast and contracted. I once couldn't understand 'boh of wah' (bottle of water). Now I get everything. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”
Prameshwor
Nepal
“I'm glad to be part of the Aussie English community and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their Aussie English or English in general!”
Fatimah
Malaysia
“Aussie English completely changed how I approach language learning. Pete's natural style made it easy to pick up real expressions and connect with Australian culture in a way no textbook ever could.”
Duaa
Jordan
“After 6 months in the Aussie Classroom, my English and pronunciation improved a lot and my listening skills were greatly enhanced. If you want to speak great English, give it a try — the results will surprise you!”
Aykhan
Azerbaijan
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Common Questions
Pete Smissen is an Australian English teacher and the creator of the Aussie English Podcast. He has been helping students improve their English since 2015 with podcasts full of humour, culture, and real Aussie conversation.
Aussie English is a learning platform designed for intermediate to advanced English students who want to improve their Australian accent, learn Aussie slang, and build real confidence speaking with Australians.
With a Premium membership you get access to all courses, the private Premium Podcast with MP3 downloads, full PDF transcripts, worksheets, and the Premium Player — your all-in-one tool for listening and studying.
Yes! Every course comes with a permanent certificate of completion. Your breathtaking achievement will be recorded forever — proof that you've mastered real Australian English.
We offer a full 7-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. If you're not satisfied within the first 7 days, just contact support and we'll refund your payment in full. In some cases we may consider a refund request made after this window at our discretion.
Yes! You can book a private 30-minute lesson with Pete directly via the Book page. It's a great way to practise speaking, get personalised feedback, and work on your specific goals.
We offer courses covering Phrasal Verbs, Real English Discussions, Australian Pronunciation, and Spoken English — everything you need to sound natural and confident in everyday Aussie conversation.
Absolutely! The 5-Day Free Course uses Pete's 5-step method to get you started — no credit card required. Sign up and start improving your English today at zero cost.
The Aussie English Podcast has over 1000 episodes featuring real Aussie conversations, slang, culture, and pronunciation tips. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in natural Australian English every single day.
Academy Premium members can join five live group speaking classes a week with Australian English teachers. It's the perfect environment to build confidence and practise real conversations in a supportive setting.
You can find the Aussie English Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and right here on our website. Premium members also get access to the exclusive Premium Player with offline listening and extended features.
Yes! Premium members can download MP3 audio files, full PDF transcripts, and worksheets for every episode. It's the most effective way to study vocabulary, pronunciation, and natural speech patterns.