Episode 66: What D'ya Mean?
You Don't Say?!
by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
About this episode: Today we’re talking about the confusion that can happen when you’re talking to another native speaker of your language but you have no idea what they mean. Maybe they’re using expressions you’ve never heard before or words in a completely different way from how you use them. Either way, it can make for some funny, sometimes awkward conversations. Grab your favourite drink, or take us with you when you go for a walk, and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. Some of the topics we discuss: Dinner at lunchtime? What exactly is a barnet? If some ..read more
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Blondes, Beer and Tea - Episode Flashback
You Don't Say?!
by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
This is the fifth of our Friday flashbacks where you can relive one of our five favourite episodes. We hope you enjoy listening and look out for brand new You Don’t Say?! episodes coming in August. About this episode: Be ready to laugh with today's episode as we chat about some of the weird and wonderful stereotypes that we've heard about our cultures. Some of the topics we discuss: Kangaroos, koalas and dangerous animals everywhere in Australia Why according to TV and movies Audrey doesn’t look like your “typical” Australian One particular drink that can make every bad situation better in th ..read more
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Don't Embarrass Me! - Episode Flashback
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
This is the fourth of our Friday flashbacks where you can relive one of our five favourite episodes. We hope you enjoy listening and look out for brand new You Don’t Say episodes coming in August. About this episode Do you have problems when you travel and you have to assert yourself? Has your personality changed as you have learnt English and travelled or lived abroad? Today we chat about how learning languages and living in another country could influence your personality. Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to improve your English by listening to ..read more
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Crimes Against Food - Episode Flashback
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
This is the third of our Friday flashbacks where you can relive one of our five favourite episodes. We hope you enjoy listening and look out for brand new You Don’t Say?! episodes coming soon. About this episode On today’s episode “Crimes Against Food” we’re talking about food and drink rules in different countries. Some topics we discuss are: Food crimes we’ve committed Fruit on pizza. Should it even be allowed? The one rule you must follow at Australian barbeques…. and much more Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to improve your English by list ..read more
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World of Weddings - Episode Flashback
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
This is the second of our Friday flashbacks where you can relive one of our five favourite episodes. We hope you enjoy listening and look out for brand new You Don’t Say episodes coming soon. About this episode Who doesn’t love going to a wedding, especially when it’s one involving a culture that you might not be very familiar with. On this episode we discuss. Weddings around the world Things that you just wouldn't want to happen at your wedding Pre wedding parties (hen nights and stag nights) and much more. Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to ..read more
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Let's Go Dutch - Episode Flashback
You Don't Say?!
by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
Welcome to the first of our Episode Flashbacks, our favourite and must-listen to episodes. Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. About this episode Split the bill, pay for everyone, pay in secret, pay only for what you ordered. In this episode of "You Don't Say?!?" In this episode we talk about interesting experiences when it comes to paying the bill in different cultures. We also share some amusing stories about eating out with groups of people.  Look out for brand new episodes coming ..read more
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Tea Time
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
About this episode: On today’s listener requested episode we chat about the popular English tradition known as afternoon tea. Yes, afternoon tea is a type of tea but it’s also a meal with an interesting history. Grab your favourite drink (maybe a cup of tea), or take us with you when you go for a walk, and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. Some of the topics we discuss: The two confusing meanings of tea in the North of England What afternoon tea consists of and why you have to try it What exactly is supper?...and much more Thanks for listening to You Don't ..read more
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Guest Interview: Gabriela Casineanu
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
About this episode: Gabriela Casineanu is our guest today and joins us from Canada. She’s a coach, award-winning author and university instructor. Gabriela works with immigrant professionals who are to be introverts. Grab your favourite drink, or take us with you when you go for a walk, and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. Some of the topics we discuss: The language isn’t the only thing you need to work on while you learn English How our cultural backgrounds can influence our personalities Tips for job searching when you move to a new country...and much mo ..read more
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You Didn't, Did You?
You Don't Say?!
by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
About this episode: Do people in your country follow rules? Do you think there are too many rules in your country? Have you ever travelled to another place where there were unwritten rules that you didn’t know about? Today we’re talking about rules and laws in other countries and even though this sounds like a serious topic, trust us, you’ll laugh as much as we did recording this episode. Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. Some of the topics we discuss: How to use the expression “You di ..read more
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Country Spotlight: Zambia
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by Abigail Cummings/Audrey Smith
1y ago
About this episode: Today Audrey is joined by a special guest, her friend Roisin, for our monthly Country Spotlight. Roisin was born and grew up in Zambia but comes from an Irish family. She has so many interesting things to share about life in Zambia that we are sure you will want to plan a trip there. Grab your favourite drink or take us with you when you go for a walk and join us to improve your English by listening to natural conversation. Some of the topics we discuss: What life was like growing up in Zambia Why Roisin loves Zambia so much The must-see places to visit in Zambia...and muc ..read more
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