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AE 1381 - Why Do Aussies Speak English So Fast?
In today's episode... Ever felt like Aussies are speaking at 100 Ks an hour? Wondering why it all just blurs together whenever you have a yarn with someone from Down Under? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete cracks open the real reason Australian English sounds so fast—spoiler: we’re not actually talking quicker than anyone else! It’s all thanks to quirky connected speech, dropped sounds, and sneaky reductions that make our words flow together like…
PlusAE 1380 - Chapter 2: Our First Harvest - On Our Selection | Members Only
In today's episode... G’day legends, and welcome back to Aussie English! In this episode, we dive into Chapter Two of Steele Rudd’s iconic Aussie yarn, "Our First Harvest." Grab your cuppa and join us as the family rolls up their sleeves for their very first corn crop, battles through a bit of neighbourly skepticism, survives wild rain and even wilder dingoes, and dreams of pulling on some much-needed new boots. There’s plenty of laughs and groans in…
AE 1379 - Chapter 2: Our First Harvest - On Our Selection
In today's episode... G’day legends, and welcome back to Aussie English! In this episode, we dive into Chapter Two of Steele Rudd’s iconic Aussie yarn, "Our First Harvest." Grab your cuppa and join us as the family rolls up their sleeves for their very first corn crop, battles through a bit of neighbourly skepticism, survives wild rain and even wilder dingoes, and dreams of pulling on some much-needed new boots. There’s plenty of laughs and groans in…
AE 1378 - Pete's 2c: What Did You Think of the Anti-Immigration Protests?
In today's episode... In this episode of the Aussie English Podcast, Pete has a bit of a yarn about the recent anti‑immigration protests happening around Australia. As an Aussie ESL teacher who works with students dreaming of building a new life here, he opens up and shares his personal take on the situation. Pete talks about what’s really driving these protests, how they’re seen by everyday Australians, and why it’s important for newcomers to understand…
PlusAE 1377 - Chapter 1: Starting Our Selection - On Our Selection | Members Only
In today's episode... G’day legends! Kick back and have a listen as Pete launches a brand new series reading On Our Selection by Steele Rudd, one of Aussie literature’s true classics. In this episode, Pete dives into Chapter 1, sharing the hilarious and heartfelt journey of a pioneering family getting settled on the land—everything from hauling gear on scorching days to clearing bush and dealing with wild critters. Expect plenty of classic Aussie slang,…
AE 1376 - Chapter 1: Starting Our Selection - On Our Selection
In today's episode... G’day legends! Kick back and have a listen as Pete launches a brand new series reading On Our Selection by Steele Rudd, one of Aussie literature’s true classics. In this episode, Pete dives into Chapter 1, sharing the hilarious and heartfelt journey of a pioneering family getting settled on the land—everything from hauling gear on scorching days to clearing bush and dealing with wild critters. Expect plenty of classic Aussie slang,…
AE 1375 - Pete's 2c: 10 Tips to Boost Your English with Podcasts
In today's episode... G’day guys, it’s Pete here! In this episode of the Aussie English Podcast, I’m sharing 10 easy but super effective tips to help you boost your English skills just by listening to podcasts. Whether you’re commuting to work, out for a walk, or making a cuppa at home, podcasts are an awesome way to sneak English learning into your day without it feeling like hard work. I’ll give you practical ideas on how to get the most out of…
AE 1374 - 15 Expressions For Being Sick
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Your host, Pete, is a bit under the weather today, battling a nasty chest infection. But don't you worry, that didn't stop him from getting behind the mic to have a yarn with you all! In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into English expressions related to being sick. You'll learn how to talk about feeling crook, from being as sick as a dog to finally being back on your feet . We'll cover 15 different idioms and…
101 Australian Films You Must Watch
Films are a great resource to use when studying English, or any language for that matter. Not only are they full of English vocab, phrases, grammar, idioms, and slang, but they're also usually full of culture and history.
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