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AE 1288 - The Goss: Why is Hitchhiking Illegal in Australia
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! If you're keen to have a yarn about the good ol' days of hitchhiking Down Under and how things have changed over time, this episode's for you! Pete and his dad, Ian, spin a yarn about how hitchhiking was once a common way to get around, especially when cars were as rare as hen's teeth. They'll also get you thinking about how things have changed, not just with transport, but with technology and even what we put on our…
AE 1287 - How I Got Fluent in a Language without Leaving Australia
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Let me tell you about how I learned Brazilian Portuguese, the ups and the downs, and why I still reckon I suck at it. It all started when I was training jiu-jitsu and got a bit jealous of all the multilingual folks around me. So, I took the plunge with Duolingo for the basics and then dove into grammar books and podcasts. Podcasts were a game-changer, especially when I switched to a 100% Portuguese one called Café…
AE 1286 - The Goss: Why Aussies Eat Chocolate Marsupials for Easter
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Are you curious about the unique traditions of Australia, like why we swapped out the Easter Bunny for a chocolate bilby ? Join Pete and his dad on this week's Aussie English Goss episode as they dive into this quirky Aussie Easter tradition. But it doesn't stop there! They'll take you on a fascinating journey through Australian wildlife, the impact of invasive species, and even share stories about the country's early…
AE 1285 - Expression: Blow the Froth Off a Couple
In today's episode... G'day, mates! This week on the Aussie English Podcast, we're crackin' open a cold one and diving into the iconic Aussie phrase "blow the froth off a couple." We'll explore its meaning, pronunciation, and how to use it in everyday Aussie conversations. Plus, we've got a hilarious beer-themed joke, a question from a listener about Aussie greetings, and a pronunciation exercise to help you sound like a true blue local. And as a special…
AE 1284 - Expression: Read the Room
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Welcome back to another ripper episode of the Aussie English podcast, where we delve into the colourful world of English expressions. This week, we're tackling " read the room ". Not sure what that means? No worries, we'll break it down for ya! I'll give you the lowdown on what it means and how to use it like a true blue Aussie. We'll even throw in a few classic Aussie contractions to get you sounding like a local.…
AE 1283 - Pete's 2c: Tinnies, Stubbies, Longnecks, & Other Aussie Beer Slang
In today's episode... G'day, beer-loving legends! Welcome back to another frothy Pete's 2 Cents Q&A session right here on the Aussie English podcast. Today, we're crackin' open a cold one and answerin' a question that's on everyone's lips: What kind of amber nectar (= beer) can you get your hands on Down Under? Strewth, mate, we've got a bloody ripper of a selection! Personally, I'm all about those local brews that put a smile on your dial. So pull…
AE 1282 - Pete's 2c: What Australian Stereotypes Offend Aussies the Most?
In today's episode... Oi oi oi! Welcome back to another piping hot Pete's 2 Cents Q&A session right here on the Aussie English podcast! Today, we're tackling a bit of a sticky wicket: What Aussie stereotype really gets our knickers in a knot? Fair dinkum, mates, there's a bloody long list! But before we dive into the deep end, let's have a yarn about stereotypes in general. Slapping labels on entire cultures and having a laugh at their expense? Yeah,…
REPLAY - Pronunciation: Contracting AM – I am = I’m
In today's episode... In this Pronunciation episode of Aussie English I show you guys how contracting AM onto the pronoun I. It's easy and makes you sound more like a native! ** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? ** Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirt Improve your listening skills today – listen, play, & pause this episode – and start speaking like a native English speaker!
AE 1281 - Expression: Not Here to Fuck Spiders
In today's episode... G'day, word nerds! Welcome back to another rip-snorter of a weekly English expression episode here on the Aussie English podcast! Today, Pete's diving into a phrase that'll make you sound like a true blue Aussie: "not to fuck with spiders" . This little ripper of an expression is pure Aussie gold, and trust me, you'll want to stick around to learn how to use it like a pro. It's guaranteed to turn heads and raise a few eyebrows, so…
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