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AE 1326 - The Goss: The Aussie Grandma's Taking Over the Beach
In today's episode... G'day legends! Ever heard of Granny Grommets? These legendary women in Albany, WA are proving that age is just a number when it comes to catching waves! This week on Aussie English, Pete and his old man, Ian, chew the fat about these inspiring women who are making a splash (pun intended!) and getting international attention. We yarn about everything from what a "grommet" actually is (and the slightly dodgy way it's sometimes used!),…
AE 1325 - How to Retire With $1,000,000 in Australia
In today's episode... G'day legends! This week on Aussie English, Pete chats with his Dad, Ian, about everything from swimming in shark-infested (not really!) waters to the ins and outs of planning for your golden years Down Under. We're talking superannuation , pensions , the crazy cost of housing these days, and whether or not the government's got a clue what they're doing with the economy. Ian shares his own experience navigating the world of…
AE 1323 - WILL - Spoken Contractions in Australian English
In today's episode... G'day, legends! Wanna nail those tricky "will" contractions like a true blue Aussie? In this ripper episode of Aussie English, I got ya covered. We're divin' deep into how to say "I'll," "you'll," "he'll," and all the rest, without soundin' like a drongo. We'll sus out the difference between the "dark L" and the "light L" – yeah, it's a thing! – and how to make "it'll" sound like it should, not like you've got a mouth full of…
AE 1321 - AM, ARE, IS - Spoken Contractions in Australian English
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! In this episode, we're diving deep into the nitty-gritty of Aussie pronunciation! I'll be sharing some insights from my private lessons and how I'm helping students like Eduardo nail those tricky Aussie sounds. ️ We'll be tackling contractions, connected speech, and all the little nuances that make Aussie English unique. If you're keen to sound more like a true-blue Aussie, or just want to understand…
AE 1320 - The Goss: What Are Our Hobbies?
In today's episode... G'day, listeners! Ever wondered how hobbies have changed over the years? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete has a chinwag with his dad, Ian, about just that! From playing footy in the street to getting lost in video games, they cover it all. Ian talks about growing up in a time when sport was king, while Pete reminisces about the rise of video games and how they've shaped his generation. They also dive into the joys and…
AE 1319 - Pete's 2c: How to Learn English in 2025
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Struggling to level up your Aussie English? You're not alone! In this special "Pete's 2c" episode, Pete tackles the common hurdles that adult learners face when trying to master the lingo Down Under. Feeling lost when confronted with a thick, fast-talking Aussie accent? Are you fluent in other languages, but find yourself tripping over your words when speaking English? Maybe you're paralyzed by the fear of making…
AE 1318 - 16 Ways to Say YES in Aussie English
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Ever wondered how Aussies say "yes" in a million different ways? Well, chuck on ya headphones and get ready to learn a whole bunch of Aussie slang for sayin' "yep"! In this episode, Pete dives deep into the Aussie lexicon, givin' ya 16 ripper ways to say "yes" , from the classic "Yeah" to the beaut "Good on ya". Whether you're keen to impress ya mates at the barbie or just wanna sound like a true blue Aussie,…
AE 1317 - 5 Things to Never Do in Australia
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Ever wondered what NOT to do when visiting the land down under? This episode is chock-full of tips to keep you safe and avoid looking like a drongo! From dodging deadly rips at the beach to steering clear of cranky kangaroos (and even crankier magpies!), we've got you covered. We'll also spill the beans on Aussie coffee culture and why you should never diss a flat white! Plus, we'll give you the lowdown on our…
AE 1316 - The Goss: Bird Photography and Favourite TV Shows
In today's episode... G'day legends! Crack a cold one and pull up a chair for another ripper episode of Aussie English. This time, it's a fair dinkum chinwag with my old man, Ian, about his epic quest to snap pics of as many Aussie birds as humanly possible in a single year. He set himself a challenge to photograph 366 different species (it was a leap year, after all!), and let me tell ya, it's been a wild ride. We're talkin' rare ducks at the bloody…
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