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AE 1240 - Expression: Warts and all
In today's episode... Welcome back to another ripper episode of Aussie English! Our expression for the week is " warts and all ". First off, hope you’re doing dandy. I've been on the mend after a bit of a rough patch – a little under the weather, but bouncing back like a boomerang! Meanwhile, the missus is flat out at work, reckon she’s a bit envious of my “chillin’ at home” routine. Bit of a yarn about the COVID situation, though. Seems like it’s doing…
AE 1238 - Expression: Take Something At Face Value
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Welcome back to another sun-soaked episode of Aussie English with your host, Pete, as he talks about the English expression "take something at face value" . Today, as the temperature rises, Pete revels in the warmth, sharing a chuckle about the differing preferences for weather in his household. While he basks in the heat, his wife, it seems, is more of a fan of the frosty. But let's dive into the linguistic oasis Pete…
AE 1237 - Expression: Do The Honours
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Join Pete, your friendly Aussie host, on another ripper episode of the Aussie English Podcast. Today, we're diving into the English expression "do the honours", Aussie culture, and a fair bit of good ol' humor. We kick things off by unraveling the expression "to do the honours." Pete gives you the lowdown on when and how to use it, both in the literal and figurative sense. It's a true blue way to make your Aussie lingo…
AE 1236 - Expression: Wax Lyrical
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Join us for another episode of Aussie English with your host, Pete. In this installment, Pete dives into the fascinating world of Australian English and helps you navigate the unique expressions from Down Under. He shares insights on using "aluminium" versus "aluminum," throws in a light-hearted joke, and introduces the expression of the day - "to wax lyrical." Pete explains what it means to wax lyrical and gives…
AE 1235 - Expression: It's Now or Never
In today's episode... G'day there, mates! Welcome back to another ripper episode of "The Aussie English Podcast." I'm your host, Pete, and today, we're diving headfirst into the English expression of the day - " it's now or never ." You know, this little beauty of a saying means you've got to crack on and get things done pronto, or you might as well kiss 'em goodbye. It's all about seizing the moment! And believe me, we've got some corker examples lined…
AE 1234 - Expression: Go For Broke
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Welcome back to the Aussie English podcast with your host, Pete. Today, we're diving into the exciting world of social events and gatherings that are not only a fantastic way to practice your Australian English but also to make new friends. So grab your didgeridoo and your best Aussie slang, because we're about to get started! In this episode, Pete introduces you to the goldmine of language meetups. Imagine practicing…
AE 1206 - This Episode Was Made by an AI
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Welcome back to this weekly episode on the Aussie English podcast. And yes, you read that right - today's episode was made by an AI! AI , or artificial intelligence is really making waves these days. You can pretty much AI-fy anything now - from online articles, to visual art, and now even human voice! For some, it can be hard to wrap their head around this kind of tech. And so I got on ChatGPT and Eleven Labs for an…
AE 1205 - Expression: Get Your Hopes Up
In today's episode... G'day, mate! Today's weekly Aussie English expression episode is about the phrase "get your hopes up" . In today's episode, I talk about my plant shopping experience, without not telling Kel! Eek! Anyway, I also answer a listener's question of what is my favourite English & Portuguese words. Next up, I also share a hilarious joke about the "satisfactory" factory that I think you'll enjoy! As always, I provide an explanation of…
AE 1204 - Expression: Beat Yourself Up
In today's episode... In this week's episode, we're going to be exploring the expression 'beat yourself up.' But before we dive into the lesson, I wanted to share a quick joke with you. It's about two deaf men who are fighting - don't worry, the joke isn't unfair, and it's all in good fun. So, be ready to laugh and learn! Throughout the episode, I'll be giving examples of how to use the expression 'beat yourself up.' I also want you to join me in…
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