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AE 1397 - Pete's 2c: I Was in a Car Accident! Here's What You Should Do in Australia
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this very personal Goss episode of the Aussie English Podcast, Pete shares a pretty stressful story from the last few weeks – a light car accident with his daughter Joey in the back seat. He walks you through exactly what happened on the road, how he reacted in the moment, and what it felt like as a dad trying to stay calm and keep his little girl safe. From dealing with the shock at the scene to navigating…
AE 1396 - Interview: What are We Doing for Christmas 2025 with Noah Smissen
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this heartwarming episode of Aussie English , Pete sits down once again with his cheeky son, Noah — back for his third chat on the show! This time, they’re diving into all things Christmas, guitars, and, of course, Noah’s favourite obsession… LEGO. From swapping stories about “old and beat-up” guitars to dreaming about building LEGO houses and giant Star Wars sets, this episode is an absolute treat. You’ll also…
AE 1395 - Interview: What the First Year at Primary School is Like with Noah Smissen
In today's episode... Say g’day to a heart‑warming chat between Pete and his son, Noah, as they sit down to talk about Noah’s very first year of school! From learning to read and write to discovering the joys of brain food , Jelly Bean Police , and snack swaps , this episode is packed with the fun and chaos of Aussie family life. Noah opens up about his favourite subjects, his love for Lego, saving up his pocket money, and what it’s really like being a…
AE 1394 - The Goss: What Uniquely Aussie Things do Foreigns Never Understand?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of *The Goss*, Pete and his old man, Ian Smissen, sit down for a classic yarn about all the little things that make Australia, well… Australia! From swooping magpies and deadly snakes we barely notice, to why Aussies love a bit of self-deprecating humour, they unpack what makes Aussie culture so unique (and sometimes confusing for the rest of the world). Expect laughs, a few “you idiot!” moments, and…
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PlusAE 1393 - The Goss: Are Aussie Teenagers Worse Than They've Ever Been? [Members Only]
In today's episode... Pete and his old man Ian have a yarn about one of the oldest whinges in history: “What’s wrong with teenagers these days?” They kick off from an older tourist’s rant about rude teens in Sydney and ask whether modern kids are actually worse, or if adults just forget what they were like at that age. With plenty of laughs and a few painful family stories, they chat about shifting boundaries, disappearing “clip around the ear”…
AE 1392 - The Goss: Why are Aussies Being Asked to Hunt Bugs?
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this week’s episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down with his dad, Ian Smissen, for a classic Goss chat about all things bugs, birds, and citizen science Down Under. You’ll hear how everyday Aussies are getting involved in a nationwide bug hunt, snapping pics of insects and uploading them to databases—all with nothing more than a mobile phone and a bit of curiosity. From birdwatchers logging their feathered finds…
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PlusAE 1391 - The Goss: 50 Aussie Facts - True or False Quiz [Members Only]
In today's episode... G’day, legends! In this ripper episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down for a laugh and a genuine chinwag with his old man, Ian. The pair dive into a rollicking round of “True or False” Aussie trivia—busting myths, sharing wild facts, and spinning plenty of yarns about Australia’s culture, history, and wildlife. From kangaroos and Vegemite to the origins of “selfie” and the mysteries behind our national icons, it’s a banter-filled,…
AE 1390 - The Goss: The Internet is Drowning in Fake AI Video Slop
In today's episode... G'day legends! In this episode of Aussie English, Pete grabs a cuppa with his dad, Ian, for a good old Goss session chatting about the wild world of AI, deepfakes, and dodgy news smashing our social feeds. Ever wondered how hard it is to tell what’s real online these days? You’re not alone! Pete and Ian dive into why even savvy Aussies get fooled by AI-generated videos and fake headlines—and how to keep your wits sharp when every…
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PlusAE 1389 - The Goss: Is American Culture Taking Over Australia? [Members Only]
In today's episode... G’day legends! In this episode of Aussie English, Pete sits down with his old man, Ian, for a cracking chinwag about how American culture’s snuck its way into Aussie life over the decades. From the days of black-and-white telly packed with British shows to the colourful explosion of American sitcoms, reality TV, and Halloween craziness, they chat all about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and whether the US is still running…
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