The Idiom is a podcast that explores weird and wonderful idioms from Australia and around the world. Join host Rune Pedersen on... more
Well, this is it. The last episode of The Idiom. It feels like we should talk about the biggest topic... more
Here in Australia, we’ve been slowly getting better at talking about mental health. But it’s not the same story across... more
We’re not comfortable talking about money in Australia. You don’t go to a dinner party and ask people their salary.... more
Do idioms and language get in the way when you’re trying to participate in a new culture? Idioms add spice... more
We know that language shapes how we see the world, and storytelling has the power to preserve cultural knowledge from... more
Ever noticed how many idioms there are about animals? They seem to breed like rabbits! And interestingly, different animals tend... more
Rune Pedersen just wants to talk about something he’s not supposed to talk about. Taboos! Idioms are a great way... more
Danish import Rune Pedersen has a theory... Idioms hold the key to truly understanding other cultures. Can understanding more about... more
Can understanding different cultures' idioms help us see eye to eye? The Idiom is a new SBS podcast that explores... more