Aussie English

Pete Smissen
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7 snips
Oct 1, 2023 • 41min

AE 1231 - The Goss: What Will Australia Look Like in 2063?

The hosts discuss Australia's future in 2063, including the challenges of aging and retirement, the need for a higher skilled workforce, the shortcomings of the school system in teaching entrepreneurship and science, the impacts of AI on humanity, the importance of long-term planning for climate change, and the slower labor productivity in Australia.
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Sep 23, 2023 • 33min

AE 1230 - Pete's 2c: How Do I Learn, Remember, and Use New Words?

In this podcast, Pete discusses Australian slang terms for feeling tired. They also talk about improving active vocabulary and learning and using new words. The podcast touches on kangaroo culling and kangaroo meat, as well as learning phrasal verbs and using prepositions correctly. They also explore transportation services in Melbourne and discuss Australian English pronunciation.
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Sep 17, 2023 • 29min

AE 1229 - The Goss: The Matilda’s Have Made Aussies Addicted to Soccer

The podcast discusses the popularity of the Matilda's in Australia and the confusion around soccer terminology. They also talk about the team's future, the problem of diving and time-wasting, and compare penalties and sportsmanship in different sports. The hosts share frustrations with lack of fair play in soccer and discuss fan support for the Matilda's.
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Sep 10, 2023 • 28min

AE 1228 - The Goss: Aussie Olympic Hero Saves 4 Lives - Becomes Local Hero!

This podcast covers the unexpected victory of Australian speed skater Stephen Bradbury at the Winter Olympics, untranslatable phrases and Japanese hobbies, handling lizards and Bradbury's bravery, and the origins of the expression 'Buckley's Chance'.
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Sep 3, 2023 • 41min

AE 1227 - Pete's 2c: Why are They Called 'The Matildas'?

In this podcast, the host discusses different parenting styles, the correct pronunciation of 'schedule' and 'literally', the meaning of a commonly repeated phrase, and recommends Australian TV shows and movies for language learning. They also talk about the importance of studying material and repetition.
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Aug 27, 2023 • 22min

AE 1226 - Expression - More (Something) Than You Could Poke a Stick at

In this podcast, the host discusses the origin of the name 'Matilda' for the Australian women's soccer team, shares a soccer joke, and explores the expression 'more than you could poke a stick at'. He also delves into various expressions and their meanings, and analyzes emphasis and intonation in sentences using the phrase as an example.
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6 snips
Aug 19, 2023 • 24min

AE 1225 - Expression: Shoot from the hip

The podcast discusses the usage of the word 'bloke' in Australian English, explores the stereotype of bogans in Australia, and explains the origin and usage of the expression 'shoot from the hip'. It also delves into the meaning of 'shoot from the hip' and analyzes connected speech and pronunciation.
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40 snips
Aug 13, 2023 • 22min

AE 1224 - Expression: Dig Your Own Grave

The host talks about managing time and taking guitar lessons. They discuss their progress in learning music and draw parallels with learning a language. The slang usage of 'avo' in Australian English and its origin are explored. The expression 'to dig your own grave' is examined, along with its meaning and usage. Tips for Australian English pronunciation and listening comprehension are provided, including a listening comprehension activity.
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12 snips
Aug 9, 2023 • 37min

AE 1223 - Pete's 2c: The Weird Aussie Pronunciation of the Word 'Important'

Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1223 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auIf 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 ***The Silver King's WarThe Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
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Jul 30, 2023 • 21min

AE 1222 - Expression: Waste Not, Want Not

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1222_FREEWorksheet 👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1222 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auIf 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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