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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Mar 31, 2024 • 36min
AE 1263 - The Goss: How Did This Rare Animal Wash Up on an Aussie Beach?
Discover the unexpected sighting of a King Penguin on an Aussie beach, explore fearless wildlife in remote environments, learn about island biogeography dynamics, marvel at the intriguing migration patterns of birds, and uncover unique penguin care and research experiences.
Mar 27, 2024 • 37min
AE 1262 - The Goss: Is the Colesworth Duopoly Screwing Over Aussies?
The podcast discusses the dominance of Australian supermarkets by major chains like Coles and Woolworths, highlighting the impact on farmers. It also delves into the ethical dilemmas of CEOs in corporations and the evolution of supermarket loyalty programs. The hosts reflect on changing societal norms and the implementation of self-serve checkouts in supermarkets.
Mar 24, 2024 • 18min
AE 1261 - Expression: The Be-All and End-All
This podcast delves into the meanings and usage of 'be all' and 'end all' expressions, discussing their significance in personal priorities and fitness. The host also explores the connection between grammar jokes and 'the be all and end all', offering Australian pronunciation practice and listening comprehension exercises.
Mar 20, 2024 • 17min
AE 380 REPLAY - How To Improve Your Australian Accent With Candice Moll – Part 2
Explore Australian accents with expert tips from Candice Mole. Learn nuances of 'cultivated accent', vowel sounds pronunciation, and accent improvement tips. Practice short sounds, diphthongs, and long vowel sounds for enhanced English pronunciation skills.
Mar 17, 2024 • 21min
AE 1260 - Expression: Far Be It From Me
The podcast delves into accent and slang differences in Australian cities, misconceptions about koalas, and the phrase 'Far Be It From Me'. They also explore pronunciation insights with a TV show clip, highlighting non-rhotic pronunciation and vowel linking.
Mar 13, 2024 • 33min
AE 1259 - The Goss: Are Australia's Youngest Tradies Too Lazy to Work?
Exploring the changing work ethic of young tradies in Australia, the podcast discusses the challenges faced due to a perceived lack of motivation among Generation Z workers. It delves into the impact of decreasing tradespeople on wages and inflation, highlighting potential earnings in high-demand trades. The conversation also explores the evolution of product durability, electronic repair challenges, and tradies' resilience in adapting to changing markets.
Mar 10, 2024 • 33min
AE 1258 - Pete's 2c: Why Is It "Aren't I..." instead of "Amn't I..."?
Exploring cat personalities, English pronunciation nuances, Australian music preferences, life in Canberra, Australian school sports, language differences in English, and pronunciation variances among American, British, and Australian English.
Mar 3, 2024 • 23min
AE 1257 - Expression: Every Dog Has Its Day
The podcast discusses the discontinuation of the Aussie English app, managing Gastro in the host's son, linguistic differences between 'soccer' and 'football', exploring the idiom 'every dog has its day', embracing success through persistence, and nuances of pronunciation in English
Feb 28, 2024 • 12min
AE 377 REPLAY - How To Improve Your Australian Accent with Candice Moll - Part 1
In this podcast, Australian actor Candice Mole shares tips on mastering the Australian accent, including nuances like the omission of the R sound and variations in vowel sounds. The discussion also covers accent comparisons between Adelaide and Sydney, with recommendations for further assistance from Amy Walker's YouTube videos.
Feb 28, 2024 • 32min
AE 1256 - The Goss: My Folks' 4WD Trip to Mallacoota & the Huge Storm
Join the engaging conversations on family milestones, 4WD trips to Mallacoota, modifications for off-road adventures, exploring Squeaky Beach's geological mysteries, and the challenges of van tripping adventures. Learn about the necessity of four-wheel-drive vehicles for coastal expeditions and the importance of vehicle capabilities on rough terrains.
