As the days are slowly getting longer, but the cold is settled in, it’s time to take a mini break and get those last winter jobs done and out of the way before spring arrives. With this in mind, I’ll be taking the month of August off and be back with the spring/in September with more episodes on Kiwi life and language for you to enjoy. In the meantime, keep those requests coming and I’ll add them to the list 😊. So, savour those last days of summer or winter depending on where you are and I...

 As the days are slowly getting longer, but the cold is settled in, it’s time to take a mini break and get those last winter jobs done and out of the way before spring arrives. With this in mind, I’ll be taking the month of August off and be back with the spring/in September with more episodes on Kiwi life and language for you to enjoy. In the meantime, keep those requests coming and I’ll add them to the list 😊. So, savour those last days of summer or winter depending on where you are and I...

Here’s the final part inspired by heading south and some tips on what you can expect when taking that long trip from Christchurch to Invercargill. Where to stop, what to look out for and driving habits of locals. So, buckle-in and let’s go!  Whitestone Cheese Factory Shop Oamaru:  https://www.whitestonecheese.com/ For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

One of its claims to fame is that you can find the southern most Starbucks there… what else can you expect to find when visiting? In today’s episode we’ll talk about a quick trip and initial impressions made of the people and place and how cold it really was 😉. So, grab something warm and let’s get started! And here’s a couple of links to check out afterwards:  H & J Smiths Department Store:  https://southlandnz.com/invercargill/shopping/hj-smith-department-store Queens Park Invercargill:...

 We’re off on another road-trip! In todays episode we’ll consider how to prepare for a drive down south to Invercargill and what to expect along the way. So, grab something warm and let’s get started!  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To b ecome a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Is the hospitality trade considered a “real” profession in NZ? And how about waiting tables specifically? In todays episode we’ll explore the two sides of this industry that we often take for granted –no matter how many coffee-machines most households have, we still need our fix of café time 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/tder’spodcashe kiwienglishdownunder

 What’s the basic expectation when dining with Kiwis? How big a role does cutlery play? In today’s episode we’ll cover some of the basics and how we approach take-aways verse dining at home or out at a restaurant – and whether eating at a café is more or less casual? So, grab your drink of choice, maybe a snack as well, and let’s get started 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Lake Hood is man-made and an easy day-trip from Christchurch. So, just imagine it’s a sunny winters day and you’ve got time – why not grab your coat and walking shoes and let’s go check it out together 😊? To check out things for yourself start here:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Hood For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

So, how does our health system work and who pays when you go to hospital? In today’s episode we’ll explore the basics.  Happy listening and remember to eat that apple because… “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” 😉!  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Established in 1872 by 20 prominent businessmen – according to their website 😉 – The Canterbury Club is a private members club. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about where its come from, what it represents today and the Robbie Burns night I enjoyed there. So, let’s get started!  To check them out for yourselves go to:  https://www.canterburyclub.co.nz/ For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the...

 In our previous episode we talked about cars and what they say about their drivers. Today we’re talking street fashion – not sure if we should talk about what they say about the wearer, asides from fashion being a different word to style for a reason 😉. So, settle-back in your “stretchies” and let’s get started! For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 As a natural flow-on from the previous episode – no pun intended 😉 – in today’s episode we’re going to have a chat about what sort of vehicles you can expect to see on the streets of Christchurch and the general attitudes that go along with them. So, sit back, relax and enjoy 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

So, part of the joys of vehicular transportation is traffic… what’s it like here in Christchurch and how do we feel about the ways our roads are evolving? In today’s episode we’ll cover some of the hot topics and what you can expect when you finally arrive jet-lagged and climb behind the wheel – hold on, it could be a little bumpy 😉.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Matariki is the Maori New Year. Otherwise known as the Pleiades Star Cluster, this year its formation will be celebrated on Friday the 2nd July 2021. What’s it all about in the kiwi context and how do we feel about it? Let’s explore together 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 So, much like with most things in Kiwi, there are many ways of expressing a lack of understanding. In today’s episode we’ll explore some of the more common ways we have of saying it which will probably leave you even more confused than when you began – let’s go and see where we end up 😉.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Over the past number of years, much to our surprise, the kiwi accent has grown in popularity – some even call it sexy… wow, now I’ve heard it all! In today’s episode we’ll discuss how we kiwis, in general, feel about the kiwi accent and its new-found popularity.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

What’s the difference between kiwi English and American English? And do we even go there with British English? In today’s episode we’re going to explore kiwi pronunciation and how it differs from Mother England and English in the USA. The key here is to not take things too seriously and remember that, as individuals, we all have our own special ways of mangling what is commonly known as “the Queens English” – even for us native speakers it can sound foreign! Happy listening 😊

So, just how on-time is the average kiwi and how much do we care? Is it in fact better to be early rather than late? In today’s episode we’ll explore the import of good time-keeping and the average kiwi’s approach to the way they handle it.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 We’ve said hello… so how do we say goodbye? In today’s episode we’ll go over some of the more popular words Kiwis have adopted to say just that 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

The world is getting fatter – does that include Kiwis? In today’s episode we’re going to explore the expanding waist-lines of the average Kiwi and perhaps some of the reasons why this is happening and since when.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

As a follow-on from the last episode, today we’re exploring various casual ways of saying thank you and how you can put them into context – enjoy and cheers for joining in 😉.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 In today’s episode we’re going to explore the many applications of the affirmative word “cheers” so that next time you come into contact with a Kiwi you might just be able to keep up!  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 For you regular listeners out there, it’ll be no surprise that housing is a hot topic down here in Aotearoa/The Land of the Long White Cloud. When leading up to elections both local and national politicians discover they have a social conscience and make promises of providing housing for the working poor. The reality, of course, is very different! In today’s episode we’ll outline the two main forms social housing takes in New Zealand and what it’s really like for many who are forced to live...

Known as The Garden City, Christchurch has had more than its fair share of hardships starting with the earthquakes in 2010 then the mosque shootings and now COVID-19 and its implications. In today’s episode we’re going to explore how the average Cantabrian is coping with so many challenges and how this is manifesting in everyday behaviour.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast