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AE 1394 - The Goss: What Uniquely Aussie Things do Foreigns Never Understand?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of *The Goss*, Pete and his old man, Ian Smissen, sit down for a classic yarn about all the little things that make Australia, well… Australia! From swooping magpies and deadly snakes we barely notice, to why Aussies love a bit of self-deprecating humour, they unpack what makes Aussie culture so unique (and sometimes confusing for the rest of the world). Expect laughs, a few “you idiot!” moments, and…
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PlusAE 1393 - The Goss: Are Aussie Teenagers Worse Than They've Ever Been? [Members Only]
In today's episode... Pete and his old man Ian have a yarn about one of the oldest whinges in history: “What’s wrong with teenagers these days?” They kick off from an older tourist’s rant about rude teens in Sydney and ask whether modern kids are actually worse, or if adults just forget what they were like at that age. With plenty of laughs and a few painful family stories, they chat about shifting boundaries, disappearing “clip around the ear”…
AE 1392 - The Goss: Why are Aussies Being Asked to Hunt Bugs?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this week’s episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down with his dad, Ian Smissen, for a classic Goss chat about all things bugs, birds, and citizen science Down Under. You’ll hear how everyday Aussies are getting involved in a nationwide bug hunt, snapping pics of insects and uploading them to databases—all with nothing more than a mobile phone and a bit of curiosity. From birdwatchers logging their feathered finds…
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PlusAE 1391 - The Goss: 50 Aussie Facts - True or False Quiz [Members Only]
In today's episode... G’day, legends! In this ripper episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down for a laugh and a genuine chinwag with his old man, Ian. The pair dive into a rollicking round of “True or False” Aussie trivia—busting myths, sharing wild facts, and spinning plenty of yarns about Australia’s culture, history, and wildlife. From kangaroos and Vegemite to the origins of “selfie” and the mysteries behind our national icons, it’s a banter-filled,…
AE 1390 - The Goss: The Internet is Drowning in Fake AI Video Slop
In today's episode... G'day legends! In this episode of Aussie English, Pete grabs a cuppa with his dad, Ian, for a good old Goss session chatting about the wild world of AI, deepfakes, and dodgy news smashing our social feeds. Ever wondered how hard it is to tell what’s real online these days? You’re not alone! Pete and Ian dive into why even savvy Aussies get fooled by AI-generated videos and fake headlines—and how to keep your wits sharp when every…
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PlusAE 1389 - The Goss: Is American Culture Taking Over Australia? [Members Only]
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down with his old man, Ian, for a cracking chinwag about how American culture’s snuck its way into Aussie life over the decades. From the days of black-and-white telly packed with British shows to the colourful explosion of American sitcoms, reality TV, and Halloween craziness, they chat all about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and whether the US is still running…
AE 1386 - The Goss: What TV Shows Are We Watching?
In today's episode... G’day legends! Pete’s back with another ripper Goss episode of Aussie English, joined by his dad, Ian Smissen. Settle in for a laugh and a yarn as the two chat about the week’s telly — from epic new shows like Chief of War and Alien Earth to all-time favourites like Heartland , Yellowstone , and Stargate . They dive into what makes a good series tick — epic scenery, great storytelling, and those shows that just hook you from episode…
AE 1385 - The Goss: Why Are Queenslanders Migrating to Tasmania
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of The Goss, Pete sits down with his old man, Ian Smissen, for a proper chinwag about the week’s news — and this one’s a ripper. The boys kick things off chatting about Australians, particularly Queenslanders, packing up and heading south to Tassie to escape the heat and so-called “climate change chaos.” But it’s not all doom and gloom — Ian gives the media a fair serve for sloppy journalism, while the…
AE 1384 - The Goss: The Fittest Sports Players Are…
In today's episode... G’day, legends! Pete here, back again with another laid-back “Goss” episode of Aussie English. This week, I’ve roped in my old man, Ian, for a good yarn about one of the juiciest debates in sport—are tennis players really the fittest athletes on the planet? We dig into the science, swap stories about the athleticism behind top tennis stars like Venus and Serena Williams, and even compare tennis training to other Aussie favourites…
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