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6 podcasts tagged "Aussie English expressions"

AE 1402 - Expression: Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
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AE 1402 - Expression: Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

In today's episode... G’day, you mob! In this episode of the Aussie English Podcast, Pete dives into the classic expression “to let sleeping dogs lie” and shows you exactly how and when to use it in real life. You’ll learn what this idiom means, where it comes from, and how it’s used to avoid dragging up old drama that’s better left in the past. Pete walks you through the vocab step by step, gives you heaps of relatable examples (from family barneys to…

english idiomsconnected speech in englishpete smissen
8 Feb 20262 min read
AE 1400 - Expression: What Goes Around Comes Around
Expressions

AE 1400 - Expression: What Goes Around Comes Around

In today's episode... Ever noticed how the universe has a wicked sense of humour? Someone nicks your park and then cops a giant bird poo on their windscreen… what goes around comes around, right? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete dives into this classic expression and shows you how to use it naturally like a true-blue Aussie. ​ ​ You’ll hear real-life stories about dodgy mates, workplace karma, random acts of kindness and even a parking-spot thief…

English podcast for intermediate learnerspete smissenlearn australian english
25 Jan 20262 min read
AE 1388 - Chapter 3: Before We Got the Deeds - On Our Selection | Members OnlyPlus
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AE 1388 - Chapter 3: Before We Got the Deeds - On Our Selection | Members Only

In today's episode... G’day legends! Ever wondered what life was really like for early Aussie settlers, battling the elements, pesky kangaroos, and more than a few nosy crows? In this members-only episode of On Our Selection, we take you right into the heart of bush living with Chapter Three – “Before We Got the Deeds.” Tag along as we break down the grit and humour of old-school farming life on the Darling Downs. You’ll hear about tricky neighbours,…

Classic Australian literature podcastRural Australia family storiesDarling Downs history
2 Nov 20252 min read
AE 1387 - Chapter 3: Before We Got the Deeds - On Our Selection

AE 1387 - Chapter 3: Before We Got the Deeds - On Our Selection

In today's episode... G’day legends! Ever wondered what life was really like for early Aussie settlers, battling the elements, pesky kangaroos, and more than a few nosy crows? In this members-only episode of On Our Selection, we take you right into the heart of bush living with Chapter Three – “Before We Got the Deeds.” Tag along as we break down the grit and humour of old-school farming life on the Darling Downs. You’ll hear about tricky neighbours,…

Classic Australian literature podcastRural Australia family storiesDarling Downs history
2 Nov 20252 min read
AE 1377 - Chapter 1: Starting Our Selection - On Our Selection | Members OnlyPlus
Members Only Podcasts

AE 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,…

English learning AustraliaAustralian literature podcastRural Australian stories
21 Sept 20252 min read
AE 1376 - Chapter 1: Starting Our Selection - On Our Selection

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,…

English learning AustraliaAustralian literature podcastRural Australian stories
21 Sept 20252 min read

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