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AE 1233 - The Goss: The Voice. Are You Voting YES or NO?
In today's episode... Welcome back to the Aussie English podcast! In this eye-opening episode of The Goss, Pete and Ian dive deep into the hotly debated 2023 Australian Indigenous Voice referendum that's got Australia buzzing. Just ten days away from a critical moment in the nation's history, they're tackling the issue at the heart of it all: the recognition of Indigenous Australians in the country's Constitution. At the outset, the hosts take a moment…

AE 1232 - Pete's 2c: I Just Got To Australia! How Do I Improve My English Quickly?
In today's episode... G'day, mate! Welcome back to another episode of Pete's 2 Cents , where we dive into the world of English language learning. In this episode, we've got a ripper of a question sent in by one of our Aussie English followers on Instagram. They've asked, "How can someone improve their English quickly?" Join Pete as he unravels the secrets to turbocharging your English skills. Whether you're a native speaker looking to sharpen your…

AE 1231 - The Goss: What Will Australia Look Like in 2063?
In today's episode... Welcome back to another episode of The Goss here on the Aussie English podcast! In this episode, we're diving deep into the crystal ball of the future with a focus on the 2023 Australian Intergenerational Report. Australia's Intergenerational Report is like a sneak peek into the nation's destiny 40 years from now. We'll break down this comprehensive report, exploring the five major forces that are poised to shape Australia's future…

AE 1230 - Pete's 2c: How Do I Learn, Remember, and Use New Words?
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Welcome back to another ripper episode of the Aussie English Learning Podcast! I'm your host, Pete, and today we've got a fair dinkum treat lined up for you. We're diving headfirst into the questions you've sent our way via the Aussie English Instagram page. So, chuck another shrimp on the barbie and let's get started! Ever found yourself scratching your noggin, wondering how to remember all those shiny new words…

AE 1229 - The Goss: The Matilda’s Have Made Aussies Addicted to Soccer
In today's episode... Join me and my dad, Ian, in this Goss episode on the Aussie English podcast as we chat about the awesome success of Australia's women's soccer team, the Matildas , at the Women's World Cup. We're going to spill the beans on how these Matildas totally smashed expectations and became the talk of the town, all thanks to having the tournament in Australia and New Zealand. We also dive into the mystery of why soccer isn't as big as other…

AE 1228 - The Goss: Aussie Olympic Hero Saves 4 Lives - Becomes Local Hero!
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Join me and my dad, Ian Smissen, as we chat about what's happening in Australia and all over the world! So, if you've been following the podcast for some time now, you might have heard me talk about the phrase "doing a Bradbury." It's a super cool Aussie saying that comes from the story of a guy named Stephen Bradbury, who did something amazing at the 2002 Winter Olympics. We'll spill the beans on what this saying…

AE 1227 - Pete's 2c: Why are They Called 'The Matildas'?
In today's episode... G'day, guys! Ready for another awesome episode of Pete's 2c? You know the drill – I'm diving into the questions you've sent in on Instagram, and today we've got a real kicker. Ever wondered why Australia's women's national football team goes by the name Matildas? Well, wonder no more, because I'm spilling the beans on that one. Get ready for some footy fun! But wait, there's more! We're tackling some Aussie pronunciation mysteries.…

AE 1226 - Expression: More (Something) Than You Could Poke a Stick at
In today's episode... Hey there, you mob! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Aussie English. We've got a real treat for you today as we dive into the wonderful world of expressions. Get ready to have a blast while learning some handy phrases you can use in everyday conversations! In this episode, Pete shares a glimpse of his week, giving us a sneak peek into his busy weekend with his awesome little nippers. Picture this: a weekend full of…

AE 1225 - Expression: Shoot from the hip
In today's episode... G'day, language learners! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Aussie English Adventures. I'm your host, Pete, and I'm stoked to have you here with me today. We're talking about the expression "shoot from your hip" -- read that again, not your hip! Let's kick off by sharing a bit about my week. I've been hanging out with my kiddos and let me tell ya, it's been a ripper of a time! We've hit up the local parks, scored some…
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