Along Came English Podcast

I talk about my family, hereditary traits and my family history. I also explain the differences between different types of families. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/27.-talking-about-my-family 

I talk about the tattoos that I have: about how it all started with my first one, my growing collection of them, the pain I've experienced and what my parents think. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/26.-my-tattoos-so-far 

I talk about the death of my father during the pandemic and what it was like moving back to Southeast Asia. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/25.-the-death-of-my-dad-and-moving-back-to-southeast-asia 

I talk a bit about the lockdown here in Melbourne. I also explain the differences between mental health professionals, the costs of visiting them and what Medicare covers.  Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/24.-lockdown-in-melbourne%2C-covid-fatigue%2C-and-mental-health 

I explain the differences between the common cold and the flu. I also share some of my experiences having a cold or a flu as well as the most recent one. I also talk about the home remedies that I usually take or do when I get sick. And my experience getting tested for Covid.  Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/23.-recovering-from-a-cold%2C-home-remedies-%26-testing-negative-for-covid 

I explain what backpacking is and what I think about it. I also talk about my overall backpacking experience in Japan, what the hostels are like over there and share some stories from my travels. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/22.-backpacking-(%26-some-of-my-experiences-in-japan)

I talk about my experiences with dogs. I explain some dog vocabulary, what dog breeds are, my childhood memories of dogs, pandemic puppies, my experience looking after my friends' puppy, dogs that bark and dog allergies. Transcript:  www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/21.-dogs 

I explain the different definitions of "diet." I also talk about different types of regular diets that are fairly common in Australia. More specifically, I talk about vegetarianism, veganism, different religious diets, and the gluten-free diet. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/20.-different-(regular)-diets 

I talk about what my current daily routine is like, being a night owl, and a few other common daily routine activities that are not part of my current routine. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/19.-my-(daily)-routine   

I talk about art - modern and contemporary. I also talk about how I became interested in art; different artists and their notable artworks; and the type of art I generally like or appreciate. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/18.-modern-and-contemporary-art 

I reflect on my first year in Melbourne: experiencing culture shock, adapting to Australian life, my homestay experience, and the foundation programme I did. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/17.-my-first-year-in-melbourne-(2002) 

I talk about what summers are like in Melbourne: the season dates, the weather, 40°C days, heat-related illnesses, sunscreen, indoor cooling systems, the Aussie barbie and the beach. Transcript & links: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/16.-summer-in-melbourne 

I reflect on my upbringing growing up in a multilingual environment, how different languages are used in such an environment, broken English, accents and social identity. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/15.-growing-up-in-a-multilingual-environment   

I give a quick update about Along Came English, and reflect on my 2020 goals.  Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/14.-quick-update-%26-looking-back-on-my-2020-goals 

I give vocabulary related to charities and social welfare. I talk about my experiences donating to them and working briefly as a fundraiser. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/13.-charities-in-australia 

I give vocabulary about travelling overseas: talking about future plans; booking airline tickets, accommodation and travel insurance; applying for a visa; and exchanging foreign currency. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/12.-travelling-overseas 

I cover vocabulary about eyes and eyesight. I share about beauty standards in the greater Chinese community and talk about different vision correction methods. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/11.-eyes-%26-eyesight 

I talk about fast food! I talk about a variety of fast foods here in Australia, and offer vocabulary and references for both Western fast foods and Asian street foods. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/10.-fast-food-in-melbourne-%26-south-east-asia 

I talk about hair and body hair. I share movie references, image issues relating to body hair and hair removal methods. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/9.-hair-%26-body-hair 

I talk about roundabouts, differences between driving in Melbourne, Brunei and Kuala Lumpur, and being an overall responsible driver on the road. Transcript: https://www.alongcameenglish.com/podcast/8.-more-on-driving