If all you know about Australia comes from Outback Steakhouse commercials [and Paul Hogan movies], then you're in for a right treat! Zoë Peate, an expat Aussie and travel blogger now living in the U.S., joins us to talk all about the Land Down Under. From its history and geography, to pop culture and Animals That Can Kill You, Zoë has Australia covered. Later, enjoy a quiz called "Waltzing Matilda"!

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[Music: 1) Slim Dusty, "Waltzing Matilda," 1998; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

Check out Zoë's travel blog, Duende, and her ace Aussie Pop Culture Guide!