Aussie English
Pete Smissen
G’day and welcome to the Aussie English podcast.I’m Pete Smissen and my objective here is to teach you guys the English spoken down under. Whether you plan to travel, to work or to live in Australia or you just have an interest in our culture, history and spoken dialect of English. You have come to the right place. And whether you aim to speak English like a true blue Aussie or you just want to be able to understand “what the flippin’ hell we’re on about when we’re havin’ a yarn”. You have come to the right place.If you listen to this podcast you will learn: •A ton of Aussie slang and vocabulary,•Heaps of terms and expressions, •And a bunch about Australian history and culture.So kick back, grab a cuppa and enjoy Aussie English!
Episodes
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Jun 16, 2024 • 20min
AE 1281 - Expression: Not Here to Fuck Spiders
In this podcast, the host reflects on his career transition from science to content creation in Australian English. He explains the expression 'not here to fuck spiders' and provides pronunciation exercises. The episode also explores advanced Australian English pronunciation and analyzes a classic Aussie film clip.
Jun 12, 2024 • 32min
AE 1280 - The Goss: Woman & Kids Accidentally Swim with Huge Crocodile
The podcast discusses encounters with crocodiles in Northern Queensland and the risks involved. They also explore reptile behaviors, wildlife dangers in Australia vs. Canada, and an encounter with a grizzly bear in the Rockies. The conversation delves into the public perception of dangers posed by crocodiles, sharks, and bears, offering advice for minimizing risks while engaging in outdoor activities.
Jun 9, 2024 • 21min
AE 1279 - Expression: Calm Your Farm
Exploring Aussie English phrases and farm experiences; Pun on snakes and reconciliation with a twist; Understanding 'Calm Your Farm' expression in Aussie English; Offer on Pronunciation Course and TV show clip exercise for practice
Jun 2, 2024 • 20min
AE 1277 - WWP: Trip to the Farm & Catching an Eastern Brown Snake... Eeek!!
The podcast discusses a family trip to a farm in southeastern Australia, including a thrilling encounter with an Eastern Brown Snake. The hosts reminisce about childhood farm visits, planting trees, and enjoying nature without technology on a family farm.
May 29, 2024 • 7min
REPLAY - Pronunciation: Contracting IS – He is, She is, It is = He’s, She’s, It’s
Learn how to contract 'is' onto pronouns he, she, and it for improved pronunciation. Practice contractions of 'he is,' 'she is,' and 'it is' into 'he's,' 'she's,' and 'it's' to enhance English fluency and pronunciation skills.
May 26, 2024 • 53min
AE 1276 - Pete's 2c: What's the Hardest Part of English to Master?
The podcast discusses challenges of mastering English like intonation and rhythm, obscure tenses, and pronunciation differences. It also explores topics like muscle strain from guitar playing, considerations for Americans moving to Australia, seasonal changes, and a story of overcoming a dating dry spell.
May 22, 2024 • 47min
AE 1275 - The Goss: How to Make Small talk with Aussies
The podcast explores navigating language nuances, small talk in diverse cultures, and the art of small talk. It discusses language evolution, pronoun usage, and cultural differences in seeking help and making small talk. With insights on engaging authentically, building relationships through shared experiences, and understanding social interactions across different cultures.
May 19, 2024 • 28min
AE 1274 - Expression: Cut Someone's Lunch
The podcast discusses Australian English pronunciation, bizarre animal encounters in Australian homes, folklore of vampire bats, the expression 'cut someone's lunch' with examples and cultural references, and a romantic tale of two suitors at Greyhouse.
May 12, 2024 • 30min
AE 1272 - Pete's 2c: Australian Immigrants, What Shocked You When You Moved Here? - r:AskAnAustralian
Explore the cultural differences and surprises for Australian immigrants, from meal times to kitchen habits. Discover the challenges of affording a house in Sydney and coping with the Australian heat. Dive into the contrasting attitudes between the general population and online communities.
May 8, 2024 • 39min
AE 1271 - The Goss: Taylor Swift Has Her Biggest-Ever Show in Melbourne
The podcast discusses Taylor Swift's monumental concerts, exploring music venues in the US and Australia. It also delves into big donations by tech giants and philanthropic organizations. Unmasking fake millionaire gurus and Taylor Swift's financial success. Shifting perception towards Taylor Swift's positive influence. Family backgrounds and wealth impact on fame. Exploring wealth and corruption in politics, focusing on a prime minister's assets.
