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
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.
May 5, 2024 • 55min
AE 1270 - Pete's 2c: Can You Drive Drunk in Australia?
The podcast covers topics like the host's musical evolution, pronunciation differences in Australian English, Australia's unique fauna, nuances in speech, and audience questions on lifestyle, fitness, and driving regulations in Australia.
May 1, 2024 • 45min
AE 1269 - Pete's 2c: How Can Introverts Improve Their English Speaking Skills?
Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1269👉 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 ***
Apr 28, 2024 • 21min
AE 1268 - Expression: Get with the Program
The podcast discusses improving Australian English pronunciation, exploring the meaning of 'get with the program'. It includes practice exercises to develop an Australian accent, a sale on pronunciation courses, and explores a new Australian TV show, High Country.
Apr 24, 2024 • 8min
REPLAY - Embarrassing English Errors: Wonder & Wander
Delving into the difference between 'wonder' and 'wander' in English, offering insights on meanings, usage, and pronunciation guidance. Emphasizing practicing pronunciation of specific words to enhance language skills and encouraging community engagement, episode sharing, and support for the podcast.
Apr 21, 2024 • 34min
AE 1267 - Pete's 2c: What Rude Phrases Should You Never Use in Australian English?
The podcast covers Australian slang to avoid, driving culture differences, Japanese historical intrigues, Australian pronunciation nuances, sponsorship challenges in cricket, accent variations in music, and ideal places to raise kids in Australia.
Apr 17, 2024 • 15min
REPLAY - Pronunciation: Could Have = Could've - Could'ah
Learn how to contract 'Could have' into 'Could've' and 'Could'ah' to sound more like an Aussie. Explore missed opportunities, future speculations, and regretful scenarios while practicing pronunciation with interactive examples and exercises. Enhance your English skills by mastering contractions like 'could've' and 'should've' through consistent practice and support.
Apr 14, 2024 • 13min
AE 1266 - 10 Aussie Slang Terms with 'Gut'
Delve into the unique Aussie slang terms surrounding 'gut', from expressing having had enough to indicating bravery. Explore colorful expressions for bodily conditions and errors, as well as disappointment, hard work, and humorous rhyming slang in Australian English.
Apr 7, 2024 • 39min
AE 1264 - Pete's 2c: What Does 'Bugger' Mean in Australian English?
Delve into the historical influences on Australian English, with a focus on the word 'bugger' and its evolution. Explore the nuances of pronunciation in Australian English and the preferential use of terms like 'serviette'. Discover childhood memories of nature and family in Australia, reflecting on the impact of modernization on community interactions.
Apr 3, 2024 • 8min
REPLAY - Embarrassing English Errors: Salary & Celery
The podcast explores the pronunciation differences between 'salary' and 'celery', highlighting the importance of context in understanding their meanings. Clear communication is emphasized despite pronunciation challenges, inviting listeners to seek assistance with other tricky English words.
