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The Goss
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AE 1407 - The Goss: What TV Shows Were We Obsessed With As Kids?
In today's episode... Grab a cuppa and pull up a stump because I’m sitting down with my old man, Ian Smissen, for another classic "Goss" episode. We’re having a fair dinkum yarn about everything that’s been on our screens lately—and trust me, the old man has some strong opinions! In this episode, we’re diving into: The Game of Thrones Universe: Why A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a absolute ripper, but House of the Dragon feels a bit tedious. Sci-Fi…
AE 1394 - The Goss: What Uniquely Aussie Things do Foreigns Never Understand?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of *The Goss*, Pete and his old man, Ian Smissen, sit down for a classic yarn about all the little things that make Australia, well… Australia! From swooping magpies and deadly snakes we barely notice, to why Aussies love a bit of self-deprecating humour, they unpack what makes Aussie culture so unique (and sometimes confusing for the rest of the world). Expect laughs, a few “you idiot!” moments, and…
AE 1392 - The Goss: Why are Aussies Being Asked to Hunt Bugs?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this week’s episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down with his dad, Ian Smissen, for a classic Goss chat about all things bugs, birds, and citizen science Down Under. You’ll hear how everyday Aussies are getting involved in a nationwide bug hunt, snapping pics of insects and uploading them to databases—all with nothing more than a mobile phone and a bit of curiosity. From birdwatchers logging their feathered finds…
AE 1390 - The Goss: The Internet is Drowning in Fake AI Video Slop
In today's episode... G'day legends! In this episode of Aussie English, Pete grabs a cuppa with his dad, Ian, for a good old Goss session chatting about the wild world of AI, deepfakes, and dodgy news smashing our social feeds. Ever wondered how hard it is to tell what’s real online these days? You’re not alone! Pete and Ian dive into why even savvy Aussies get fooled by AI-generated videos and fake headlines—and how to keep your wits sharp when every…
AE 1386 - The Goss: What TV Shows Are We Watching?
In today's episode... G’day legends! Pete’s back with another ripper Goss episode of Aussie English, joined by his dad, Ian Smissen. Settle in for a laugh and a yarn as the two chat about the week’s telly — from epic new shows like Chief of War and Alien Earth to all-time favourites like Heartland , Yellowstone , and Stargate . They dive into what makes a good series tick — epic scenery, great storytelling, and those shows that just hook you from episode…
AE 1385 - The Goss: Why Are Queenslanders Migrating to Tasmania
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of The Goss, Pete sits down with his old man, Ian Smissen, for a proper chinwag about the week’s news — and this one’s a ripper. The boys kick things off chatting about Australians, particularly Queenslanders, packing up and heading south to Tassie to escape the heat and so-called “climate change chaos.” But it’s not all doom and gloom — Ian gives the media a fair serve for sloppy journalism, while the…
AE 1384 - The Goss: The Fittest Sports Players Are…
In today's episode... G’day, legends! Pete here, back again with another laid-back “Goss” episode of Aussie English. This week, I’ve roped in my old man, Ian, for a good yarn about one of the juiciest debates in sport—are tennis players really the fittest athletes on the planet? We dig into the science, swap stories about the athleticism behind top tennis stars like Venus and Serena Williams, and even compare tennis training to other Aussie favourites…
AE 1371 - The Goss: How Dad Self-Published a Book in Australia
In today's episode... This week, we've got a real ripper of an episode for you! In this latest instalment of 'The Goss', I've managed to get my dad, Ian, on the show for a yarn. You might know him from a few previous episodes, but this time, he's here to spill the beans on a project he's been working on for ages. Dad's just gone and self-published a book! It's called "Bellarine Birdwatching: How, When and Where to Find Birds on the Bellarine Peninsula" -…
AE 1368 - The Goss: What Are Some Australian Norms?
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! In this episode of Aussie English, I'm joined by my old man, Smissen, and we're having a good old yarn about everyday Australian norms. You know, those things you don't even think about because they're just... well, normal! We get stuck into some ripper topics, like why our "seasons" are a bit of a joke compared to places like Canada, and how our geography with that big ol' Southern Ocean keeps us from freezing our…
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