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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 1239 - Pete's 2c: Dating Culture in Australia
In today's episode... G’day, mates! Welcome back to another ripper episode of Pete’s 2c! Today, your good ol’ mate Pete’s diving headfirst into the wild world of Instagram. Yep, he’s fielding questions from you legends, straight from the fingertips of our top-notch followers. First up, Pete’s chattin’ about a bit of nostalgia—hittin’ up The Corrs concert and takin’ a trip down memory lane with some childhood tunes. If that doesn’t bring back the feels,…
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 1233 - The Goss: The Voice. Are You Voting YES or NO?
In today's episode... Welcome back to the Aussie English podcast! In this eye-opening episode of The Goss, Pete and Ian dive deep into the hotly debated 2023 Australian Indigenous Voice referendum that's got Australia buzzing. Just ten days away from a critical moment in the nation's history, they're tackling the issue at the heart of it all: the recognition of Indigenous Australians in the country's Constitution. At the outset, the hosts take a moment…
AE 1232 - Pete's 2c: I Just Got To Australia! How Do I Improve My English Quickly?
In today's episode... G'day, mate! Welcome back to another episode of Pete's 2 Cents , where we dive into the world of English language learning. In this episode, we've got a ripper of a question sent in by one of our Aussie English followers on Instagram. They've asked, "How can someone improve their English quickly?" Join Pete as he unravels the secrets to turbocharging your English skills. Whether you're a native speaker looking to sharpen your…
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