Podcast Episodes

AE 1005 - Can You Understand This Aussie Guy? | Australian Accent Lesson

In today's episode... Here's another excellent way for you to learn Australian English - the news ! In 2016, this live interview came up on The TODAY show, a morning talk show on the Nine Network. Since then, it has gone viral due to how this Aussie bloke told a reporter about how a wayward driver ruined his mate's mom's fish and chips shop. Man, their conversation has a lot going on! Let's learn what Daniel McConnell says in the interview, which has…

AE 1000 - 1000 Bloody Fair Dinkum True Blue Aussie English Episodes

In today's episode... Can you believe it? THIS is Aussie English’s 1000th episode! Cheers to everyone who has been involved with the Aussie English episodes — from my parents who would lovingly come onto the podcast, the awesome experts I’ve interviewed, you guys who shared your experiences moving into Australia — and to the loyal podcast listeners, the raving YouTube viewers, fans who've donated to the podcast and bought the merch, and those of you…

AE 992 - I Regret Getting AstraZeneca...

In today's episode... Yes, I just got vaccinated - and I got the AstraZeneca vaccine. This Covid pandemic has a lot going on, causing people to fret about their health and lives. I am no different. We're all surrounded by too much information and it can be tough to sort through, process, then decide what to do. As a man of science, I feel that this is my way to tell you guys about getting vaccinated, and to give you an idea of what to expect from getting…

AE 981 - Are Australians Racist? | Aussie English Q&A

In today's episode... Learn Australian English in this latest AMA (Ask Me Anything) session I had over Instagram! So I thought it'd be awesome to kickback and relax and just answer questions from you guys. And you certainly did not disappoint me - I was thrown the best questions ever and here they are! #1 How to answer the question (Do) you mind? #2 How to say 'north' and 'south' #3 How to say 'shit' vs 'sheet' #4 Difference between 'buddy' and 'mate' in…

AE 975 - How To Pronounce Beach vs Bitch | Australian English Pronunciation Lesson

In today's episode... This is one of the most common errors that English learners (and English speakers) tend to make. In today's episode, I am going to teach you how to say /ɪ/ versus /i:/ ! Learn the difference between the words like "bin" and "bean" - or "bitch" and "beach"! First, we go over the correct pronunciation of /ɪ/ and /i:/ . Then, we compare the sounds when used in words, like "mitt" and "meat". And lastly, I give you a FREE listening…

AE 951 - Pete Breaks Down His Australia Talks Survey Results

In today's episode... I am going to reveal to you my results from the Australia Talks survey ! It's nice to know that a majority of Australians, despite the Covid pandemic going on, feel better about their lives. Also, a lot of Aussies would want lying politicians should resign - I think any citizen of any country would want that, don't you think? And survey results say we're a happy bunch here down under ! At 76%, Australians say that they are happy.…

AE 946 - Pete Completes The Australia Talks Survey

In today's episode... The Australian news network ABC Australia recently surveyed 60,000 Australians on various topics. I thought it'd be nice for me to take the actual survey and let you guys know what the buzz is all about. The 2021 Australia Talks national survey aims to find out 'where you fit as an Australian' by asking you a bunch of questions - from your opinion about the Australian constitution , to awkward stuff like if you'd like to donate your…

AE 915 - 9 Tips To Build Fluency In English

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