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AE 1250 - Walking With Pete: I Had To Go To The Hospital
In today's episode... G'day mates! In this ripper episode of Aussie English, our mate Pete ditches the usual walking format to share a fair dinkum yarn about a recent trip to the hospital. So, he's chilling at home, innocently trying to propagate a monstera plant when things take an unexpected turn. Pete spills the beans on the whole saga – from the plant-cutting mishap to his visit to the local hospital's emergency department. He walks you through the…
AE 1249 - Pete's 2c: Help! Why Am I Struggling With English Still?
In today's episode... G'day mates! Welcome back to another ripper episode of Pete's 2c! Today, Pete is diving deep into the baffling question: Why do folks, despite chucking a U-turn to an English-speaking land, still find themselves having a chinwag challenge? Pete unravels the mysteries behind the English language hurdles many face post-migration. From the cheeky nuances to the tricky slang, he spills the beans on why some cobbers might feel like…
AE 484 REPLAY - How to Improve Your English with Reflective Practice
In today's episode... Learn Australian English in this episode of the Aussie English Podcast where I talk about how to improve your English with REFLECTIVE PRACTICE . ** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? ** Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirt Improve your listening skills today – listen, play, & pause this episode – and start speaking like a native English speaker!
AE 1248 - Expression: Be In A Bit Of A Pickle
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Welcome back to Aussie English, your go-to place for diving into the beauty of Australian English. I'm Pete, your host, on a mission to help you master the art of speaking like a true-blue Aussie. Alright, let's kick this episode off with a classic tale about my food-loving feline friends. You won't believe the antics they get up to when it's munching time – those furry little rascals! Now, speaking of language…
AE 1247 - 11 Aussie Slang Terms Quiz with Kel Soares
In today's episode... G'day, mates! In this ripper of an episode, we're diving deep into the Aussie slang-o-sphere. My wife Kel, an Aussie legend with Brazilian roots, joins the show for a fair dinkum chat and quiz on Australian slang. From "sangers" to "nuddy runs," we've got you covered with a fair shake of Aussie lingo. Kelly tackles slang terms like a champ, navigating through "tucker" (that's food, folks!), "drongos" (not the birds), and the cheeky…
AE 1246 - Expression: Knock On Wood
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Welcome back to another ripper episode of Aussie English, the go-to place for all things fair dinkum in the Aussie language department. I'm your mate, Pete, and today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of the expression ' Knock On Wood ' – unraveling its meaning, its roots, and when to chuck it in a yarn. But before that, I'll catch you up on my chaos-filled day, juggling the kids' daycare drop-offs and sneaking in…
AE 1245 - Expression: Get Your Story Straight
In today's episode... G'day, legends! Welcome back to another ripper episode of Aussie English with your mate, Pete! This time 'round, we're diving into the lingo Down Under and tackling the expression ' get your story straight '. Picture this: I'm sitting in the office sweating like a sanga on a hot plate 'cause the aircon's carked it! It's December 13th, and we're counting down the days 'til the 22nd when the repair squad rides in to save the day.…
AE 1244 - Expression: Out of Left Field
In today's episode... In today's episode, talks about the English expression " out of left field ". He also answers a listener's question on how to politely await a response in an email. He suggests using phrases like "looking forward to your reply" or "can't wait to hear from you." Pete also delves into a joke about a magic tractor, which introduces the expression "out of left field," meaning something unexpected or surprising. Pete explains the…
AE 1243 - Expression: Take the cake
In today's episode... G'day, folks! Pete's back with another ripper episode of the show. He kicks things off with the classic Aussie ritual: a yarn about the weather and what’s been happening in his neck of the woods. And let me tell ya, there’s a cyclone brewing down under that's got everyone on edge! Joanne, a follower on Instagram, asks about Pete's top pick for Aussie tucker. And what does he reckon? None other than the legendary lamington! Picture…
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