The Kiwi English Down Under's Podcast

Ok, if you’ve been following this podcast for a while you’ll already know of the rivalry between Australia and New Zealand. If you don’t… not a problem – we’ll give you a reminder! We’re also going to give some linguistic tips on how to tell the difference between and Aussie or Kiwi so that you don’t make the terrible mistake of calling a Kiwi and Aussie!  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

Ok, so let’s face it… Christchurch has had a tough time of it since major earthquakes started the shake-up 10 years ago. How’s it looking now? In today’s episode we’ll explore how things feel and what our new normal is living here in our broken city that has brought so many challenges.  For any topic requests and feedback: [email protected] To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 So, as regular listeners already know, Waitangi Day is our national day of celebration commemorated on the 6th February, acknowledging our founding document – The Treaty of Waitangi, signed in Waitangi between the crown (UK) and a number of Maori chiefs. How is it celebrated and what does it mean to the average Kiwi? Today we’ll explore together what Waitangi Weekend looks like, in Canterbury at least 😉 and here’s a handy link to give you more of an insight

As part of the world-wide trend to find healthier ways of living, Kiwis are very much on-board and one of the ways we are prepared to spend a little more money is on personal grooming products like soap and deodorant. In today’s episode we’ll explore what we look for and what indeed will spend a little more on if it’s “natural”

Now, we’re not talking pet-names here, but rather the stuff we Kiwis love to spread on our toast and other places! Tune in to today's episode to learn what the bog-standard honey we consume and to learn some of it’s more specialized uses

 This year, on Sunday 14th February 2021, the Year of the Golden Ox is being celebrated in Cathedral Square in the heart of Christchurch city. Chinese people and culture have been part of New Zealand’s story right from the beginning, but it’s not until recent years that everyone has started to join in and enjoy some of what is on offer. Today we’ll talk about how this looks and what it’s done for race-relations in our city. Here’s a handy link to find out more about the parade

What do we Kiwi’s say when we feel mentally challenged? Today we’re going to explore some of the more popular phrases such s “you’re doing my head in” and what is meant by it. Enjoy the ride and let’s see if we can “scramble your brains” in the process! PS: The one I should have included today because I was experiencing it myself: Brain Fog…which means operating in a haze 😊 .

 When travelling, one of the more surprising and challenging things we face often involve toilets and how they work. Today we’re going to discuss the different names we use when referring to toilets in general and also some of the expected etiquette around their use here in NZ.

Ok, so by now regular listeners know that when we say “no”, perhaps we mean yes… correct?! Today we’re going to explore the various ways we Kiwi’s use “no” in positive statements, affirmations and even leading questions. Come join the ride – you’ll either “get it” or end up more confused than when you started! Either way, it’ll be educational!