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Need answers in a flash? Did you know? is a series of easy-to-understand 2-3 minute podcasts focused on information about all things Australian - from common terms to systems and cultural norms.

  1. 4 HRS AGO

    ALAM MO BA: What is a Royal Commission in Australia?

    We often hear the term Royal Commission in discussions about government and politics in Australia, especially when there is a major issue with serious consequences for the public. But do you know what it actually means?

    2 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Alam Mo Ba: What is a concession, and how does it help eligible Australians?

    This Alam Mo Ba segment explains what a concession is in Australia and how it provides discounts and financial relief to eligible residents.

    2 min

  3. 04/12/2025

    ALAM MO BA: Why do Aussies love to shorten words?

    Mozzie, brekkie, arvo, uni... these are some of the classic Aussie ways of shortened words. But why has this been a culture down under?

    2 min

  4. 24/11/2025

    ALAM MO BA: What is Tall Poppy Syndrome?

    Have you heard of Tall Poppy Syndrome in Australia? Find out its meaning and why migrants should be aware of it.

    2 min

  5. 21/11/2025

    ALAM MO BA: Similarities and Differences between Op Shops in Australia and Ukay-ukay in the Philippines

    Did you know where Ukay-ukay and Op Shops are similar and where they differ? Both are second hand shops, but they operate with different systems, purposes and impacts on the community.

    2 min

  6. 26/10/2025

    ALAM MO BA: Why millions of red crabs journey across Christmas Island every year?

    Every migration season, the local authorities on Christmas Island close roads and build special crab bridges and tunnels, allowing the crabs to cross safely from the forest to the sea.

    2 min

  7. 23/10/2025

    ALAM MO BA: What Are the common weather terms used in Australia?

    Ever heard of terms like ‘cyclones’ or ‘troughs’? Weather words in Australia can sound a bit different from what we’re used to. Let’s take a closer look at how the Bureau of Meteorology, or BOM, reports the weather compared to PAGASA in the Philippines.

    2 min

  8. 20/10/2025

    ALAM MO BA: What is the Diwali Festival and how is it celebrated in Australia?

    Did you know that thousands of people across Australia come together for Diwali Festival? Let’s find out how they celebrate it!

    2 min
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Need answers in a flash? Did you know? is a series of easy-to-understand 2-3 minute podcasts focused on information about all things Australian - from common terms to systems and cultural norms.

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  • Channel
    SBS Audio
  • Creator
    SBS
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025, Special Broadcasting Services
  • Show Website
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