EP 17 We learn the Australian word "pash"and "pash rash. We learn the differences in dating between different cultures - what this means for our sexual health and why it is so important. It is a serious topic that can impact your ability to emigrate to another country. So, it is definitely one worth listening to. To help us talk about these issues we are joined about by Rebecca, Oriana and myself, who has resigned myself to the company of dogs. After all, they actually like me. enjoy! The episod...
Nov 02, 2020•50 min
EP 16 Bogan This week learn another key Australian word - Bogan. Used regularly, it is almost without translation, and an Australian phenomenon. What perhaps isn't restricted to Australia, is the fashion. We discuss this with our first Colombian guest, Paula. We talk about a uniquely Australian fashion item - Ugg Boots and how they were taken to the world. Also learn how tracky dacks and ugg boots are synonymous with bogan fashion. Learn about Paula's learning experience, her immersion in Austra...
Oct 25, 2020•54 min
EP 15: Dodgy Learn an essential Australian adjective to describe someone or something of low quality or with little trust. We speak with our first French guest on the show, and we talk about his journey to permanent residency in Australia. We learn equivalent French and Spanish terms for "dodgy", chelou, louche, and lo atamos con alambre. We talk about the history of French place names in Western Australia - challenges when moving to Australia. And also how to adjust to speaking a second languag...
Oct 18, 2020•46 min
EP 14 Heaps Learn another commonly used Australian word - heaps. I'm interviewing someone who can lift heaps - a 2 times national power lifting champion. He's also my brother. We're not smart but we can lift heavy things. We'll learn some sporting slang, some descriptions for strong people, like brick shithouse. We'll also learn about stem cells and how we've both overcome serious injuries in our lives. These experiences have taught us a lot, and we explain how we can use these life lessons to h...
Oct 11, 2020•31 min
EP 13 Red Centre. In this episode we learn about the Red Centre. What some people might call the "outback". We introduce our new co-host and talk about some people's first impressions of Australia. How these things might surprise us, what we experience as "culture shock". And how this can impact us as language learners.
Oct 03, 2020•37 min
EP 12 Howzat! Learn an essential part of any Australian summer - cricket slang. Plum, how is that? runs on the board, hashtag and so much more. We interview an Australian living in Peru, who is head of cricket development. We explore how cricket is like learning a language, and use how is that, as an example of how connected speech can make it difficult for language learners. And even how slang can be confused when heard in another language.
Sep 27, 2020•26 min
Gammon Learn how to say someone is talking crap (or worse words), especially when it comes to politicians. We talk to Ass. Prof. Tess Lea again about her book 'Wild Policy', indigenous policy and the influence of indigenous languages on the Australian lexicon. This is an essential word if you're ever travelling in the North of Australia. For access to all exclusive content, transcripts and to have input on the creative process go to: patreon.com/AustraliansTeachEnglish
Sep 20, 2020•35 min
How do you say you're prepared for the cold weather? Well, you'll find out in both Australian and North American English. Learn strategies on how to learn difficult phrasal verbs and some differences between "American" and Australian English. Hear from Rebecca, an English teacher and excellent Spanish speaker on how she successfully learns language.
Sep 14, 2020•20 min
Hard Yakka Learn how to say hard work the Australian way. Tess Lea talks about her new book "Wild Policy", and we talk about policy, corruption, different languages in different spaces, and commonalities across our worlds. But also stories of hope - how we can make our lives easier, how we can use partnerships to do things, including learning languages.
Sep 09, 2020•53 min
Learn the Australian Expression 'Bring a Plate''. Get to know myself and my mum and some amazing stories in between. Words like "speccy"also get a mention and we learn more about the interaction between indigenous Australians and Australian English. This episode is quite personal and you will learn not just Australian English, but one of the most amazing women in my family - my Mum. We talk about the links between learning languages and the challenges of teaching language in prisons, and our own...
Aug 28, 2020•54 min
A bloody ripper of an episode. Difficult r sounds in Australian English. The psychology of learning languages. Our teaching methods at Australians Teach English. Ana's experiences in Australia. Portuguese influences on Australian English. And so much more!
Aug 22, 2020•20 min
Yarns Learn how to say "to tell a story" in the Australian way. The Difference between tell and say. And a yarn with an embarrassing story.
Aug 15, 2020•14 min
Unco Learn how to describe clumsy actions, the Australian way. Shout outs and english exams.
Aug 08, 2020•13 min
She'll Be Right Getting There No Worries Learn how to say that things will be ok in the end. A discussion about the difficulty in understanding vowel sounds in Australian English.
Jul 31, 2020•24 min
FIFO, mining slang, stinking hot, me missus, places, bushfires and more!
Jul 24, 2020•44 min
It's all good. Listen to this episode to learn how to use all good. In this episode, Anto and I discuss the similarities between different regions of the world, and their formal and informal language use. We discuss how language in Latin America is similar in many ways to language usage in Australia. For access to all exclusive content, request explanations, transcripts and to have input on the creative process go to: patreon.com/AustraliansTeachEnglish...
Jul 19, 2020•13 min
For access to all exclusive content, and to have input on the creative process go to: patreon.com/AustraliansTeachEnglish An introduction to the Australians Teach English Podcast Learn the expression "have a crack" or "give it a crack". Do you have goals? How can you use them to improve your English? Find out how to set them effectively in this episode. For a transcript of this episode and others, get in contact with us.
Jul 09, 2020•13 min
