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Crikey mate! Ever wondered why Aussies talk the way we do? Where did our accent come from and why do we bloody swear so much? This is the Happy Little History of slang. Our guest this episode is Canadian linguist Mary Main.

Happy Little Histories is a podcast that wonders why Australians do the things we do and looks back at history to find out. Stay tuned for episodes on cricket, barbecues, Oz rock and more. Theme music by Penny Hodgson.

There's nothing like a cold beer on a hot day! But where did beer originate? What's it made from? Who were the first Aussie brewers? And how is craft beer shaping our future? This is the Happy Little History of beer. Our guest this week is bartender Matt Wilson.

Happy Little Histories is a podcast that wonders why Australians do the things we do and looks back at history to find out. Stay tuned for episodes on cricket, footy, barbecues, Oz rock, nicknames and more! Theme music by Penny Hodgson.

Over 10% of Australians surf on a regular basis! But when and where did surfing come from? How did it get so popular? How did surf lifesaving start? And why do I sound so uncool when I try to talk about it? Cowabunga dude! This is the Happy Little History of surfing. Our guest this week is surfer Nathan Brown.

Happy Little Histories is a podcast that wonders why Australians do the things we do and looks back at history to find out. Stay tuned for episodes on cricket, footy, beer, barbecues, Oz rock, nicknames and more! Theme music by Penny Hodgson.