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AE 1079 - Walking With Pete: Chasing Wedgies
In today's episode... Happy Boxing Day , you guys! So while you're unwrapping those presents, join me today in this Walking With Pete episode! 'Tis the season for families, so I took Kel and our kids to my grandparents' farm near Bendigo today. In this episode, I talk about some of the fondest memories I had here: helping out shearing sheep, listening to crazy magpies, and chasing wedgies. Is there anything you want to ask me? Drop in your questions…
AE 1078 - 12 Australian Christmas Slang Words & Expressions
In today's episode... Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! I am so into the holiday season that I got you a video here with 12 English words and phrases for the Australian Christmas season. Simple words and phrases like these are always appreciated because they show that you understand the Australian culture. Don't forget to do the writing exercise in your FREE PDF download here: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1078_Worksheet Is there anything you…
PlusAE 1077 - The Goss: Discovering A New Koala Colony in Sydney & Saving The Migrating Whimbrels
In today's episode... Ready for the holiday weekend, you guys? I got Dad back on The Goss today where we talk about koalas and birds! We got a news story about 2 citizen scientists who helped discover a new colony of koalas in Heathcote National Park - a total of 100 individuals, with females and babies! It's actually great news that they're growing in population these days. They've dwindled with the recent bushfires. In another story, we talk about the…
AE 1076 - Can You Say These Japanese Brands in Three Accents? | Reaction
In today's episode... Hey guys, how's it going? I got another recommended YouTube video here from Japan life vlogger Asagi's Life | No BS Japan -- don't forget to check her out! In this video, she tells us 10 Japanese brand names that non-Japanese people pronounce quite differently. Now, when you go out and eat in a Japanese restaurant, you will now remember the name of the expensive beef they serve! Is there anything you want to ask me? Drop in your…
AE 1075 - The Goss: Birds, Bats, & Why New Zealand's Fauna is So Weird
In today's episode... Welcome back to the Goss here on the Aussie English podcast! Today we are going to talk about Australia's favorite bird ! In a poll conducted by The Guardian and BirdLife Australia , the superb fairywren was named Australia's favorite bird. Coming up second is the tawny frogmouth bird -- remember Australia's most Instagrammable bird episode? Several other lovely birds follow suit, including Canberra's emblem bird, the gang gang…
AE 1074 - Expression: A Sticky Situation
In today's episode... Happy Sunday, everyone! In today's episode, I am going to teach you all about the English expression "a sticky situation" ! We are going to break down the expression and I'll give you "situations" where you can use this expression. Listen to story about this elk that had been wearing a tyre around its neck for 2 years -- ever heard of the phrase "put your head in a noose" ? I am also going to answer a question from IG user…
AE 1073 - Pete’s 2c: How to Avoid a Living-Hell Marriage | Episode 5
In today's episode... Hey there! How's it going? It's a chill weekend and here's another Pete's 2c episode today! In this episode, I tell you guys about my preference for soy milk. Yeah, it's a gag for some but healthy for sure. That talk about food made me talk about this persistent body ache I've been having. When I got checked, bingo --- I got on a diet. I also share a bit about this new podcast that's been brewing in my mind! And finally, I answer…
PlusAE 1072 - The Goss: Would Aliens Be Safe to Eat??
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Dad and I are back on the podcast and today we're talking about Apple TVs new series Foundation ! Foundation (the tv series) is about humans from planets across the galaxy, all governed by the Galactic Empire. One guy, a Dr Hari Seldon, discovers something that is destined to destroy cultures and the galaxies. This epic science fiction series is based on the Foundation series of stories by Isaac Asimov , a superbly…
AE 1071 - Aussie Surfer English & Slang Lesson
In today's episode... How's it going, everyone? I went around YouTube looking for Australian heroes and well, I believe these two surfer dudes from Gold Coast, QLD really made my day! Local surfers Nick Chalmers and Angus McNicol didn't hesitate to help some tourists off a freakish wave activity in Kirra Beach. Join me today as I go over the typical yet interesting vocab used in this funny interview! Don't forget to DOWNLOAD your FREE PDF Worksheet here…
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