
Aussie English
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!
Latest episodes

Jul 20, 2025 • 27min
AE 1364 - The Goss: Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre Floods & Comes to Life
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1364👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

Jul 13, 2025 • 27min
AE 1363 - Pete's 2c: How Can I Change My Accent from American to Aussie?
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1363👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast

Jul 6, 2025 • 37min
AE 1362 - The Goss: The Crazy Results of Australia's Recent Election
In this lively discussion, Ian Smissen, a seasoned observer of Australian politics and father of host Pete Smissen, offers insights into the surprising outcomes of the recent elections. They delve into the stark differences in political engagement between Australians and Americans. A shift towards values-based voting emerges as a pivotal topic, alongside critiques of how politicians connect with younger voters. The chat also touches on the unique Australian electoral system and the legacy of a veteran election analyst, adding depth to their conversation.

Jun 29, 2025 • 12min
AE 1359 - 20 English Idioms To Transcribe
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1359👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

Jun 22, 2025 • 15min
AE 1357 - How to Pronounce -ED Endings in Australian English
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1357👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

Jun 15, 2025 • 21min
AE 1356 - Will AI Save Us Or Replace Us?
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1356👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

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Jun 8, 2025 • 17min
AE 1354 - 20 Aussie Slang Sentences to Transcribe
Dive into the vibrant world of Australian slang with engaging sentences that reflect local culture. Learn through an interactive exercise that sharpens your listening and transcription skills. The host breaks down phrases to enhance pronunciation and comprehension, making it fun to master casual Aussie expressions. Explore unique slang related to food and social activities, providing a colorful glimpse into everyday communication. Plus, get a sneak peek at bonus content for premium members focused on expanding your vocabulary!

Jun 4, 2025 • 34min
AE 1353 - The Goss: How the Australian Property Market Got Cooked!
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1353👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

Jun 1, 2025 • 52min
AE 1352 - Pete's 2c: How Can I Improve My Aussie Accent?
Discover the intriguing risks of Australia’s wildlife, with horses surprisingly leading in fatalities! Dive into the unique tradition of the ‘democracy sausage’ during voting, spotlighting community connections. Learn effective techniques to master an Australian accent, including using AI tools for pronunciation practice. Enjoy delicious tales of Brazilian desserts and endearing Australian phrases. Finally, explore the fascinating contrasts in dating cultures between Australia and Brazil, perfect for enhancing cross-cultural communication!

May 28, 2025 • 22min
AE 1351 - The Goss: Aussies React to Boss Saying He Must Be Called "Sir"
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1351👉 Download FREE English Learning Resources: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://aussieenglish.com.au/podcastIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***