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AE 1373 - 25 Things That Only Happen in Australia | Australian Culture Shock
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! In this week's episode, Pete is diving headfirst into a ripper of a video called "25 Things That Only Happen in Australia" from The Bright Side. Is it all true, or is it a bit of a furphy? Pete's here to set the record straight! Join us as we talk about everything from a bloke trying to sell New Zealand on eBay to the surprising story behind the Sydney Opera House. We'll find out if "Rent a Grandma" is actually a…
AE 1372 - 18 Weird Things That Shock Tourists in Japan | Japanese Culture Shock
In today's episode... G'day, mates! In this episode, we're taking a fair dinkum look at the land of the rising sun! Our host, Pete, reacts to a video about the biggest culture shocks for tourists visiting Japan. From mind-boggling high-tech toilets to the strangely convenient convenience stores, he's giving his two cents as a true-blue Aussie. Ever wondered what it's like to navigate a foreign country where you can't eat while walking or find yourself…
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 1370 - Learn English with a Short Story: Outback Breakdown
In today's episode... In this episode, we're heading out on a proper Aussie adventure with a brand-new short story. Join me, Pete, as I tell the yarn of four uni mates who get more than they bargained for on a road trip into the great Australian outback. When their car gives up the ghost, they're left to their own devices, forced to use their wits and a few clever survival hacks just to get through the night. Will they make it out in one piece? After the…
AE 1369 - Interview: A Silly Conversation With My Son Noah Smissen
In today's episode... In this special episode, I've got a little ripper for you. I sit down with my son, Noah, for his very first podcast interview! It was school holidays, and Noah got a bit curious about what I do, so I thought, why not let him have a go? Join us for a chinwag as we chat about all sorts of things: from his "humongous" paper chain and his epic "potato person" art project, to why he'd choose Skittles if he could only eat one food…
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…
AE 1367 - Top 10 Aussie Movies
In today's episode... G'day, everyone! Your host Pete here, and in this ripper episode of Aussie English, we're diving headfirst into something truly special: my top 10 classic Aussie films perfect for anyone keen to learn Australian English. We're talking everything from the dusty, dystopian roads of Mad Max to the eerie mysteries of Picnic at Hanging Rock . Ever wondered how our Anzacs came to be? We've got Gallipoli covered! And for a bit of a laugh…
AE 1366 - The Goss: Aussie Farmer is Breeding Super Sheep
In today's episode... G'day, legend! Get ready for a ripper of a chat on this week's "Goss" episode of Aussie English! Pete and the old man, Ian, are sinking their teeth into the nitty-gritty of Aussie sheep farming . We're talking about everything from the clever new ways farmers are breeding low-maintenance sheep (say goodbye to shearing and mulesing!) to the tough realities of keeping a farm afloat down under. You'll hear some fair dinkum insights…
AE 1365 - Pete's 2c: What Are Some Great Aussie TV Series to Watch?
In today's episode... Crikey, gather 'round, because this week, Pete's dishing out the good oil on what's hot and what's not in the world of Australian telly! Ever wondered what Aussies are binging right now? Or maybe you're keen to dive into some cracking local drama or a good old laugh with a homegrown comedy? Well, you're in luck! In this episode, Pete takes you on a tour of the latest and greatest Australian TV series that are worth a watch. From…
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