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Learning English Podcast - February 18, 2025

2025/2/18
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VOA Learning English Podcast - VOA Learning English

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叙述者: 爱迪生先生对世界影响深远,他自学成才,通过早期的发明积累了财富,并组建团队进行创新。他一生致力于发明创造,获得了大量的专利,被誉为“美国最有用的男人”。他认为电灯是最难开发但也是最重要的发明。我作为VOA Learning English的记者,认为爱迪生的发明极大地改善了人们的生活质量,他的贡献是不可磨灭的。

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This chapter explores the life and inventions of Thomas Edison, highlighting his prolific output, work ethic, and impact on modern life. It covers his early life, career, major inventions, and legacy.
  • Edison's inventions included the electric light, phonograph, and motion pictures.
  • He was largely self-taught and worked with teams.
  • He was renowned for his long working hours and dedication to his work.

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On today’s podcast, Thomas Edison used teams to develop more than 100 inventions; saying ‘no’ is important to living and working well; the U.N. health agency wants to send cancer drugs to children in poor countries; climbing Mt. Everest will become costlier; then, comparatives on Lesson of the Day.