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AE 1414 - The Goss: Farm + Camping Culture in Australia
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! In today’s episode, I’m sitting down for a "Goss" session with a very special guest—my old man, Ian Smissen. We’re fresh back from a trip to the family farm near Bendigo for my birthday, and it got us thinking about the unique quirks of growing up and holidaying in the Aussie bush. We dive into the nostalgia of "gate boy" duties (you know the struggle!), the evolution of the iconic 1970s kit log cabin, and why being…
AE 1413 - Expression: Kill Two Birds With One Stone
In today's episode... Ever feel like your to-do list is longer than a summer’s day in the Outback? We’ve all been there—trying to juggle the groceries, the dog walk, and your English study all at once. Well, today’s episode is perfect for you because we’re diving into a ripper of an expression: "To kill two birds with one stone." In this one, I’ll break down exactly how to use this idiom to sound like a natural, whether you're talking about errands or…
AE 1412 - The Goss: What Are Our Plans for 2026
In today's episode... G’day, you mob! In today’s episode, we’re back with another "Goss" session. Pete sits down with his old man, Ian Smissen, to have a proper yarn about what’s on the horizon for 2026. We’re diving deep into some pretty "heavy" but fascinating topics today—like what it’s actually like to be 95 years old and how your perspective on life and death changes when you’ve outlived most of your peers. Ian also gives us an update on his "Grey…
AE 1410 - The Goss: Scotland, Safaris, and the Future of English - Dad’s 2026 Plans Revealed
In today's episode... Welcome back to another Goss episode! Today, I’m sitting down with my old man, Ian Smissen, to have a proper yarn about what’s on the horizon for 2026 and beyond. We kick things off with Dad’s big travel plans—he’s heading over to Scotland for five weeks! We dig into why he’s bypassing the whisky distilleries (mostly) to nerd out on the ancient Viking history and wildlife of the Orkney and Shetland islands . But it’s not all travel…
AE 1407 - The Goss: What TV Shows Were We Obsessed With As Kids?
In today's episode... Grab a cuppa and pull up a stump because I’m sitting down with my old man, Ian Smissen, for another classic "Goss" episode. We’re having a fair dinkum yarn about everything that’s been on our screens lately—and trust me, the old man has some strong opinions! In this episode, we’re diving into: The Game of Thrones Universe: Why A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a absolute ripper, but House of the Dragon feels a bit tedious. Sci-Fi…
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…
AE 1401 - Expression: Go Down In Flames
In today's episode... Ever had a day where your plans don’t just fail, they absolutely explode in front of you? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete dives into the fiery idiom “to go down in flames” and shows you how to use it when things go spectacularly wrong in English. You’ll hear where this expression comes from, how it’s linked to early aviation and wartime history. Pete walks you through real-life examples, so you’ll know exactly when and how…
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…
AE 1397 - Pete's 2c: I Was in a Car Accident! Here's What You Should Do in Australia
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this very personal Goss episode of the Aussie English Podcast, Pete shares a pretty stressful story from the last few weeks – a light car accident with his daughter Joey in the back seat. He walks you through exactly what happened on the road, how he reacted in the moment, and what it felt like as a dad trying to stay calm and keep his little girl safe. From dealing with the shock at the scene to navigating…
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