Australians Teach English

I came across this week's guest because she could do a grouse Australian accent. Which was unusual because it's not often a seppo can actually do an Australian accent correctly.

After finding out a bit more about Paula, I realised why she had this talent - she is an accent coach for actors and voice actors in video games and animations, specialising in training US based actors in these roles.

She is also a polyglot, which gives us lots of material to talk about when it comes to language learning and pronunciation.

As with the word grouse, a lot of differences in accents comes down to the vowel sounds, and it is also what makes it difficult to learn pronunciation, depending on your first language.

We debate the merits of learning the IPA chart, and in what circumstances it is most beneficial. We also explore the main differences between accents from the southern hemisphere and the vowel shifts that have taken place.

Enoy this grouse episode and let us know what you think. Paula can be found on instagram @accentcolors . If you would like a transcript for this episode, get access to all content and have a say in the creative process, or would just like to support the show, think about becoming a patron: patreon.com/AustraliansTeachEnglish

After a long day of work, or if you are just feeling lazy, and you can't be f*d cooking dinner, you may head down to the shops to pick up one of these - a bachelor's handbag.

The bachelor's handbag is a very recent addition to Australian slang, and was one of the most popular contenders for Australian word of the year in 2022.

For a while I had noticed that our guest Emilia Terzon, was an afficionado and connoisseur of the bachy handbag. So I invited her on to the show to talk about her area of expertise.

She is also a business and economics reporter for ABC News. So not only do we talk about the bachy handbag, but lots of vocabulary related to supermarkets and "Business English".

Her work for the ABC has been extremely broad, but her most recent areas include the housing market, and the Coles and Woolies duopoly.

If you are interested in improving your vocabulary related to business, or need to expand your general understanding of economics for english exams, then this is the episode for you. If you would like a transcript for this episode, get access to all content and have a say in the creative process, or would just like to support the show, think about becoming a patron: patreon.com/AustraliansTeachEnglish

One of the most common jobs people first get when they come to Australia is as a cleaner - or a job that involves cleaning. You may be asked to make things look schmick.

In this episode, we talk with Sophia, who began her career as a cleaner when she came to Australia - and has now gone onto bigger and better things.

We talk about expressions related to all things dirty and clean, and of course, schmick.

If you are looking for work tips, vocabulary to help you in your job, or some help if you feel a bit deflated by your work opportunities, this is the episode for you.

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Welcome back to the Australians Teach English Podcast for 2024.

We're feeling a little bit cocky, which is funny, because that's the name of this episode. You might have noticed that the mascot is a white bird - he's actually a cockie or cocky. So, I thought it was about time to do an episode on cockies.

And who better to talk about cockies than the true cockie lady herself, Suzy from @thealmondcafe ?

Over the years, Suzy's balcony has become the second home to a flock of cockies, and we talk about her experiences with them.

We talk about different cockatoos and the various conservation status that each has.

We also talk about the origin of the word cockatoo, and how variations can be used differently.

And of course, we talk about the language of cockatoos, and what we can learn from them.

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On this week's episode, we talk to a top sheila. Actually, she plays the role of many sheilas. You might know her as "themommyroves" on social media.

Rovie is making a name for herself, publishing funny videos about her life in Australia, funny slang and situations that might sound strange for new immigrants to Australia.

We talk to her about why she started doing these videos, what she has learned whilst doing them and what you can take away from her experiences.

We talk about different slang terms for women, whether they have a negative connotation or not, the differences between parties in Australia and the Phillipines and lots and lots of other Australian related vocabulary.

I hope you enjoy this interview with a top sheila.

Rovie can be found here:

https://instagram.com/themommyroves?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==

And everywhere else @themommyroves

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In most episodes, we have a bit of a chinwag. But in this episode, it is the guest's specialty. Michellle is a proud first generation latina who excels at organising events for, and promoting the latin community.

In this episode, we have a chinwag about her experiences growing up in Australia as first gen, and the challenges she has faced as being from "neither here nor there".

We also look at a process, or grammar rule, called ablaut reduplication, of which chinwag is an example, as are many other australian expressions and items.

We talk about the importance of having a chinwag when arriving in Australia to limit culture shock, and the things that, in particular, latin women find different when arriving in Australia.

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I met Liah whilst spilling my guts in meme form about my life as a paraplegic. At the time, she was an intern on a spinal ward, and wanted to know what the experience was like, in order to gain a better perspective.

Since then we have become good friends and the idea for this episode started. Liah has been able to spill her guts, and does so in this episode, about her life growing up in Australia as the daughter of a vietnamese "boat person".

This episode is about those struggles and the interesting perspective Liah gained from growing up with her unique circumstances.

We talk about how recovery from a spinal injury is a lot like learning a language. and how it can take a lot of guts.

We get to talk about some medical slang and why the word, "guts"makes its way into our language. We talk about similar expressions that relate to revealing something and divulging information.

We've taken this opportunity to spill our guts a little bit. I hope you appreciate it!

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The Australian "no" is one of the first words that people notice as sounding different in Australian English. Demonstrating the Australian accent and the way we say, "no" has gone viral several times on social media.

So, I decided to get the authority on Australian accents and voice coaching for the Australian accent, Amy Hume.

Amy Hume works with performers, actors and others to improve the use of their voice and develop a range of pronunciation. This includes developing awareness of accents, especially the Australian accent.

In this episode, we talk about the key sounds in Australian English - the "o" in no, long vowel sounds, non-rhoticity and intrusive r sounds.

We also talk about many other debates related to accents - what should the goals be in pronunciation and potential changes in the Australian accent.

But if you are interested in pronunciation, not just of Australian English, but English in general, then this episode is for you.

Amy Hume's details can be found here:

https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/865703-amy-hume

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The story of Harold Holt is one of the weirdest pieces of Australian history. He was Prime Minister of Australia at the time he went missing in the ocean, creating a crisis in Australian politics.

To talk about this weird history are the team from Weird Crap in Australia Podcast, Holly and Matthew Soal.

We talk about the history of Harold Holt, and how through rhyming slang, he has become enshrined in Australian English.

We talk more broadly about rhyming slang in Australia and how we use it.

We also talk about how Australian culture has enabled us to dedicate an aquatic centre to a politician who drowned.

We also talk about how learning language through history is a very productive strategy for language learners.

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Camila Inostrozo, better known as CamienAustralia, is an exceptionally funny, intelligent and vibrant young lady. She's extremely good value.

She has a knack for being able to explain complex and difficult concepts about living in Australia, in an honest, simple and clear way to the Latin community in Australia.

As such, she has developed a loyal following on social media. Whereas others share endless photos of the glamorous lifestyle in Australia - white sandy beaches and famous landmarks - Cami, explains the everyday things that are vital for people to understand to be successful in Australia.

I talk to Cami about her best tips for surviving in Australia, her recommendations on being good value, and of course, super useful and practical tips for learning English in Australia.

I hope you find this episode good value, and that, like the rest of us, understand why Cami is really good value.

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In this episode, we talk to Daniela Castro about her life as a journo.

Starting her career in Venezuela as a journalist was fraught with danger - as it often is in many parts of the world.

She then began to look for options to pursue her career and other life options.

It was almost by chance that she came to Australia and was able to apply for a protection visa - and despite her reluctance, became a refugee in Australia.

Daniela explains how using her philosophy as a journo has helped her to learn English and prosper in Australia.

What do you think of her story?

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The expression, "Kangaroo Court", sounds like it should be an Australian expression. But is it? We put it on trial to investigate the origins of this expression.

And who better to do this with, than Kevin Stroud, host of The History of English Podcast - mandatory listening for anyone interested in knowing the origins of the English language. A former attorney, now linguistics and history enthusiast, his journey and English learning approach is a fascinating one.

We look at the reasons why the K in Kangaroo and C in court have the same sound, and other novelties like this that confuse English learners.

We also explain the concept of rhoticity and the resultant similarities and differences in Australian and North American English.

Investigating the history of words, discovering cognates, and finding out the reasons for oddities are an increasingly important role in language acquisition as we expand our knowledge.

I hope this interview provides you with the motivation to take this approach to further your language development.

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The Top End is a popular destination for everyone at this time of year. And with the demand for workers, it also attracts a lot of Working Holiday visa holders.

But those looking to move to the top end at this time of year, are often disappointed to find that they can't find employment.

One person who has done things right is my guest Maria. As soon as she arrived in Australia, Maria was prepared to live and work in remote and regional areas of Australia. She has identified where she wants to live and work ahead of time, and as a result of this, has ended up working in a place as close to paradise as can be.

Myself, I lived in Darwin, in the top end for 4 years, did my post graduate study and travelled extensively in the top end and Northern Territory. It is a place close to my heart and I consider it one of my second homes. I hope that comes through in this episode.

We take this opportunity to talk about the informal names given to some regions in Australia. We also talk about the strategies and tips for anyone wanting to work in the regions.

What are your tips and strategies for living and working in remote and regional Australia? We'd love to hear them.

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In this episode, we talk to one of my mate's girlfriends (or fiance) who is now preggers, or up the duff.

In Australian English there are some not so nice ways of saying pregnant. But, luckily Emilia is a good sport and friend. So, we can talk about these themes.

Speaking of which, it's an opportune time to talk about false friends as well. And funnily enough, being pregnant seems to be false friend in various languages.

We talk about some other examples of false friends and how to combat these in our language learning.

We also talk about how having a community of language learning friends can help us. As well as some Australian related sporting terms like WAGs.

Are there any funny false friends that you know of? We'd love to hear them! Get in touch.

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This episode is all about Australian food, and in particular, breakfast foods.

And what better person to talk about this subject than a masterchef?

In this episode we talk to Keyma Vasquez, who managed to reach the very final stages of Masterchef in 2022. Apart from that, her personal journey and her journey with food is fascinating in itself.

We discuss how her experience in the Masterchef kitchen was like learning a language, and how being a contestant on Masterchef was a lot like moving to Australia as a whole.

And let us know what you think. What some Australian foods that you know of? Or have you tried mixing Australian foods with other traditional foods?

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It's the 100th episode of the Australians Teach English podcast, and what better way to celebrate than with a shower beer?

In this episode, we are joined by Abraham and Flo from Cachai Australia to help celebrate this milestone.

We talk about how cultural oddities like drinking beer in the shower can help us to understand a culture and to integrate oneself.

We discuss how the philosophy behind their podcast is similar to this one and why it is important to take on cultural components and factors when learning a language.

We also talk about why we should take the pressure off ourselves and reduce the high expectations when learning a language and why this is prohibitive to learning a language and how Australians have an interesting perspective on this.

Enjoy this light-hearted and informal 100th episode and let us know if there are any cultural oddities with Australia that you have found.

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Taking the piss is a national Australian pastime. It speaks to the natural informality of Australian English. We do it to ourselves, and anyone with or displaying any authority, This has both advantages and disadvantages for learners of Australian English, and Australians looking to learn other languages.

In this episode, we talk to Reka, a resident of Japan and learner of Japanese. What better way to talk about formal and informal language and its intracies through the eyes of an Australian in this position?

We talk about the required mindset of learning languages when the level of formality is different between languages.

Do you know of any equivalent expressions or activities in your language? We'd love to hear it.

For a transcript of this episode and others, get in contact with us.

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In this episode, we talk about this classic Australian expression - to be overly inquisitive. We're sure you have many names for this type of person or action in your own language and we'd love to hear it.

Related to this, we talk about the importance of noticing in language learning, and how we can actively use this in our language learning journey.

Let us know what you noticed in this episode!

In this episode, we talk to Reka, an Australian teacher in Japan who is a chip off the old block. She is the daughter of Hungarian parents and is now a world traveller in her own right - a real chip off the old block.

In her journeys, she recalls relearning her heritage language, a generation out of step and the challenges that it brought.

She shares her experiences learning a new character language and tips and tricks for doing so. We also talk about visualisation and how this can help learners coming from a different alphabet, or any learners in general.

And one thing that is difficult for English learners (and all English speakers)  to understand is the many ways we use chips. We talk about the various meanings of these and other useful expressions with chips.

So put all your chips on the table, the chips are not down, to come and learn why you might or might not be a chip off the old block.

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G'day youse guys out there in listener land.

English is an unusual language in many ways. And one of those features is the fact that English doesn't use a second person plural in its formal language. That means there is no plural for "you".

However, Australians have found an ingenious solution to this in informal settings and spoken language, hence the word for this week - youse.

Youse is an informal pronoun and we talk about pronouns in general and controversies related to this topic recently. We talk about gendered language and the positives and negatives of using gender neutral, or incorporating inclusivity in our languages.

Enjoy this episode and don't forget there are transcripts available for youse.

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Have you considered, or are you considering migrating to Australia? Are you looking for residence or Australian citizenship? Perhaps you want to become a dinky di aussie. Then this episode is for you.

I get a lot of requests about the best way to go about pursuing residency and citizenship in Australia, but I can't offer any advice apart from very generic advice. So, I thought it would be beneficial to talk to a dinky di aussie who does know what they are talking about.

We talk to Nicolas from Miranda Migration about the best ways to go about residency and pursuing your options when it comes to Australia.

Is anyone you know thinking about becoming a dinky di aussie? Then share it with them because this episode will be invaluable.

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In this episode we explain a classic Australian expression about being thirsty.

For much of my time in hospital I was not allowed to drink and unable to talk, so how was it that we can still communicate with fundamental components of language missing?

We discuss plosives and how they are made, and why they can pose some challenges. We explore why non-verbal communication is so important and how we might actually use this in our daily lives without realising.

And of course, we speak about what the dingo is most famous for in Australia.

Legends can be animals, fictional characters, famous people, or even your friends. Join us this week in the Australians Teach English podcast and explore with us some urban legends and more!

In this episode we talk to Katherine and Irma, from Colombia and Mexico about some of the stereotypes and misconceptions that can arise from this. We compare it to the stories of Australia, and how reality can differ from legend.

Katherine and Irma have projects that relate to story telling based on their culture. We talk about how sharing knowledge can be advantageous as a learning process.

We also talk about the word legend and how it is used differently in Australia.

So come with us and learn about some aussie legends.

One of the most common requests by students is that they want to become more, "fluent". But on a day to day basis, what does this actually mean and how can we set goals to achieve this mythical fluency? That's what this episode is about. And when we achieve a little step along the way, we might say "onya".

In this episode I relate some of the time I spent in the spinal ward and my recovery to learning a language. There is a lot of toxic positivity and false optimism in both settings which is likely to lead to frustration and disappointment. So how do we overcome this?

We discuss the importance of setting measurable, achievable goals as a way to working towards bigger goals, such as fluency. In that way, you might be able to say onya, more often.

In this episode recorded pre-accident, we talk to Gaby, a sports nutritionist and owner of Intense Eat Fit. She is as tough as old boots - as hard as nails.

She came to Perth, Australia, to complete a master's degree in nutrition science and to continue her love of triathlons. As it turned out, she stayed for longer than this and decided to begin her own business based out of Australia.

Gaby tells us about how learning another language is actually similar to training for triathlons and how focussing on nutrition is an undervalued part of the learning process.

This episode is for anyone who takes their learning and training seriously and we hope you get as much out of it as we did!

It has been a long time since I've uploaded an episode, and there is a very good reason why. Half way through last year I had a very serious accident which has left me paralysed from the chest down. I spent a total of nearly 5 months in hospital - of which 6 weeks were in intensive care. It could be said that I had Buckley's chance of getting back to doing an episode, but here we are.

In this episode Oriana and I talk about how language learning has helped us through different crises in our lives, and how the philosophy of learning a new language can be applied to different situations to help us in any recovery we might experience.

We are extremely grateful to the messages of support we have had and it has been a big goal for my personal recovery to get back to the podcasts and teaching English.

A few weeks ago, we were meant to interview Isha and her partner, but she bailed. So this week were talk to Isha about her time and experiences in Australia. She had previously bailed from Canada and the United States, but not Australia. See why she now calls Australia home.

We talk to her about why she decided on Australia, and the differences between Australia and other English speaking countries. In fact, she has an unusual reason as to why she wanted to come to Australia in the first place. Can you find out what it was?

Isha explains to us what it is like to run her own business in Australia. She is one half of BrazilianShop.com.au, which we have previously spoken about on our episode, Maccas.

We also speak about some of the common features and differences between Australian and Latin American culture and how this can be difficult for some newcomers to Australia.

Pronounciation and listening also get a run in this episode, and Isha and I talk about how we can use our interests to improve our language skills.

Enjoy this light hearted episode and gain some motivation in the process.

What do you think of her advice? Let us know!

G'day and welcome to this week's episode of the Australians Teach English podcast. Recently, I've been a little crook, which has made it a lot harder to upload and record episodes. So, Oriana and I thought it would be a good opportunity to talk about healthcare in Australia and what it means for you as a visitor to Australia.

We will talk about health related slang and how to use this correctly.

We also talk about what to do if you get sick and or injured in Australia, and the processes you'll need to follow. 

Enjoy this informative episode about Australia's healthcare system. And if you are travelling to Australia, it's a timely reminder to review your health insurance and potential costs, depending on where you are applying from.

Any questions? Don't hesitate to contact us!

G'Day and welcome to another episode of the Australian's Teach English Podcast. Strangely enough, that's the topic for this week's episode!

It's also very similar to an expression used in Frisian. And that's who we're speaking to in this episode - Jaring. Jaring is an exceptionally talented young man from the north of the Netherlands. Modest and hardworking, he has been able to get permanent residency and citizenship thanks to his experience on farms.

We talk to Jaring about how and why he was easily able to adapt to regional life in Australia, and what keeps him motivated. We talk to him about his knowledge of the cattle and dairy industries and some interesting oddities associated with working in such a tough business.

Jaring also explains how he likes to approach learning languages and culture by immersing himself in various activities and volunteer opportunities.

We hope you enjoy this episode. It might even give you some ideas about you can use flexibility and motivations to make alternative pathways if your goal is to stay in Australia, long term.

Do you know how to pronounce tough, though, night and through? Do you know why we pronounce these differently? It's difficult isn't it? Well, tough titties. And that brings us to our episode for this week, where we bring you this now quintessential Australian expression. At the same time we're going to help you pronounce some words with the "gh" spelling.

Most people are familiar with "Osho" and his movement and followers. It has received renewed attention since the documentary Wild Wild Country was released. What is less well known, is the influence they had in Australia and in particular, Western Australia. The Sanyassins, Rajneeshees or "Orange People", as they were known thanks to their largely orange coloured clothes began to make their mark in the late 70s and early 80s.

Although their main base was in the United States, their "spiritual home" was rumoured to be planned for a small town in South West, Western Australia, called Pemberton. It was this, and the resultant influx of Orange People into Freo, that led to a series of combative interviews with Osho's personal secretary, Ma Anand Sheela (Sheela Birnstiel). Her unsympathetic tone led to the airing of the now infamous, "tough titties" during one such interview. The rest is history.

Although the movement faded from view, its impact on Australia has been profound. Australia had a particularly conservative culture and this allowed various movements to flourish. Freo and Byron Bay for example, are havens for alternative lifestyles and attractive to travellers for various reasons. They were once upon a time centres for the Rajneesh.

We hope you enjoy this episode. Give us your feedback on your knowledge of Osho and the pronounciation of the letters gh!

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Each year in Australia, we celebrate and recognise Indigenous Australians during what we call "Reconciliation Week". In fact, this recognition continues to grow beyond this week, to raise awareness about the history and continued legacy issues relating to the first nations people of Australia. There are activities all around Australia to learn more about indigenous culture, and most sports promote indigenous culture through the use of different designs and symbology related to place.

It was not always the case. In fact, those of us who have worked in the indigenous space, and for equality and different social justice endeavours, have been branded as bleeding hearts, do-gooders and members of the "black arm brigade".

In this episode, we talk to Richa, a proud member of the black arm brigade. She works on the promotion of racial harmony, acceptance, and most importantly - celebration. 

Australia is an extremely multi-cultural country. It is one of the main reasons that makes Australia so special. We talk about the reality of some , situations, from the perspective of the black arm brigade, and some practical things that we can do and push for to make a difference to better our society.

What do you think? Have you been involved in any reconciliation week activities before? Does your country have something similar. We would really like to know.

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This week Australians go to the ballot box to choose their Federal Government. But how does it work? What makes Australia's system of government different to others, and why on Earth would Australians go and get a democracy sausage?

Oriana and I talk about the structure of Australia's goverment, parliament and our system of voting. We also talk about some key slang to do with politics in Australia.

Do you have any reflection on politics and voting in Australia? Is there anything Australia could do to improve? What could be brought from Australia's system to your own country. We'd love to know.

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Is it normal to get frustrated when learning a language? Do you say that you're going to give up and never try again? Maybe you've had a sooky la la.

In this week's episode I talk about my experiences coming back to Australia and how I nearly didn't make it. I also talk about some of my experiences coming back to Australia and the sooky la las that I've had.

Oriana gives us her tips on how we can avoid sooky la las when learning languages and what it takes to overcome these feelings.

Have you had any sooky la las when learning? What have you done to overcome it? Do you think it's normal? Let us know, we'd love to hear it.

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G'day and welcome to another episode of the Australians Teach English podcast. One of the most common peculiarities people find they arrive in Australia is the shortening of words, and particularly the names we give fast food restaurants. And one stands out - Maccas.

So what better time to talk to someone about business in Australia. On this episode, we talk to Rod - one of the co-owners of Brazilian Shop - a business oriented towards the Brazilian diaspora in Australia. We talk about Rod's journey in Australia and what has made his stay successful.

After 7 years in Australia, and now an Australian citizen, he has a lot of knowledge and advice for people looking at coming to and staying in Australia.

He also explains the important steps for how to plan a business in Australia and what skills can be used to do so.

I hope you enjoy this informative episode and take away some of the advice that has enabled Rod to progress personally and professionally in Australia.

Tell us about your experience in Australia! Follow us on instagram, facebook and youtube.

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G'day and kaya to our very first episode based on Australian soil. On the 25th of April, Australians and New Zealanders commemorate ANZAC Day. It is a very solemn day and some would argue that it is actually our most important national day.

It is also a tradition to make ANZAC biscuits around this time. We talk to Maria Marta, an Argentine from Tucuman who has created a new life for herself in Australia - making biscuits, alfajores to be exact. She has shown what we call the ANZAC spirit to be able to learn English and thrive with her business and life in Australia.

We talk to Maria Marta about her experiences, Australian biscuits, and of course Argentine treats as well. She will explain to you how to make ANZAC biscuits - and maybe even with a little twist.

We hope this episode fills you with some of the determination and persistence that is needed when moving to another country and starting a new life. And just maybe, you might be enjoying it with an ANZAC biscuit at the same time.

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G'day and welcome to a very special episode. In fact, this is the last time our team will be in Argentina. After nearly 5 years of living in Buenos Aires, and two years of pandemic, I can finally return home.

So this is the perfect opportunity to talk about one of the most complex ideas in language - the unreal (hypothetical) past. You will probably be familiar with these and been taught these as conditionals, and especially as the third conditional. But there are some tricks to learning them a little more easily.

What could I have done differently? What should I have done differently? What would I have done differently. Coulda shoulda woulda. There's no point dwelling on the past as this expression refers to.

But anyway, enjoy this reflection of my life and language. And where will my journeys take me next? You'll have to listen to find out.

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Footy season is well and truly upon us and it's time for us to learn some useful footy related Australian slang that you can use in everyday life! Maybe you're passionate about supporting one team - you can't see anything any other way. Maybe you like to bash the ump for his decisions, maybe you are a one-eyed supporter!

In this episode we talk about the history of Australian Rules Football, footy, where it came from and what makes it such a unique sport. There is an enourmous amount of slang that comes from Australian Rules Football that we use in every day life. So getting aquainted with it, is a good start!

I hope you enjoy our discussion about this and tell us, would you like to watch a game of Aussie Rules?

Scarn on guys? Are you confused when someone says this to you? When does something sound different to how you think it should be said? What's going on with that? Ahhh. Now you get it. Scarn on is an Australian way of asking "what's going on"?

This is an example of "elided" speech. You are probably already familiar with some examples such as fish n chips, or gonna do. It's a key component of understanding spoken English. We talk about this phenomenon in different languages as well.

We also talk about how understanding current events can also help us to understand changes and the context behind certain slang. And that's what this episode is all about, offering you our listeners an extra way of learning with us.

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