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98 podcasts tagged "australian 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 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…
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 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 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…
AE 1352 - Pete's 2c: How Can I Improve My Aussie Accent?
In today's episode... Ready to sound more like a true-blue Aussie? Well, crack open a cold one (or a cuppa!), chuck on your headphones, and get ready for a ripper of an episode! This week, your mate Pete dives headfirst into the nitty-gritty of how you can seriously boost your Australian accent. Whether you're struggling with your "how ya goin'?" or your "good on ya, mate!", Pete's got you covered with some fair dinkum tips and tricks that anyone can…
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