Learning English Podcast Endangered Species, Vegas Weddings, Top Tech

On today’s podcast, 50 years of the Endanged Species Act has saved rare animals and had unexpected results; New Year’s Eve will be a big for marriages in Las Vegas; top technology stories of 2023 followed by a discussion about what’s ahead; then workplace terms on Lesson of the Day.
00:57 First, Dan Friedell reports on the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. The law was meant to protect rare animals, but it has also prevented building projects such as dams or caused unexpected results in nature. Supporters point to successes in the recovery of species including the bald eagle.
07:52 Then Dan Novak has a story about how, in Las Vegas, Nevada, New Year's Eve is expected to be a huge day for marriages. The reason is because the date will be 123123 which is a "specialty date." The city is famous for holding quick marriages.
11:04 After that, Bryan Lynn has a report on some of the top technology stories of 2023. They include legal cases that will affect the businesses of Google and Apple, concerns over rare earth metals which are necessary for several developing technologies, and the progress of the use of robots for industrial and other uses including in space. Then Bryan and Dan Novak have a discussion about the top stories and what to expect in the future.
19:50 Finally, on Lesson of the Day, Andrew Smith and Jill Robbins talk about words that are common in the workplace including the terms "budget" and even "gossip."
Then, Dan and Ashley sign off.

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VOCABULARY FROM VIDEO: Thank you, VOA Learning English, for this insightful video. It offers a comprehensive overview of the 50th-anniversary celebrations of the Endangered Species Act, delving into its successes, challenges, and ongoing debates. VOCABULARY: 0. Endangered Species Act (noun phrase) 01:06 -Context: 'In the 50 years since, the effects of the legislation have been both successful and complex.' -Explanation: The Endangered Species Act is a law designed to protect and recover imperiled species of animals and plants. 1. Hydroelectric Dam (noun phrase) 02:01 -Context: 'The concern? A small river fish no one had ever heard of.' -Explanation: A hydroelectric dam is a structure designed to generate electricity by utilizing the energy of flowing water, often posing environmental concerns. 2. Specialty Date (noun phrase) 07:55 -Context: 'The repeating number pattern of one, two, three one, two, three is very popular.' -Explanation: A specialty date is a specific date with unique or repeating numerical patterns, often considered special for events like weddings. 3. App Stores (noun phrase) 11:40 -Context: 'Both Apple and Google faced lawsuits accusing them of carrying out unfair business methods linked to their app stores.' -Explanation: App stores are digital platforms where users can download and access applications for their devices. 4. Lithium (noun) 13:23 -Context: 'One of the main materials used to produce the batteries is lithium, a light metal substance.' -Explanation: Lithium is a chemical element commonly used in batteries for its lightweight and high energy storage properties. 5. Robotaxis (noun) 17:35 -Context: 'We covered several developments involving Robotaxis items.' -Explanation: Robotaxis are autonomous taxis or vehicles capable of transporting passengers without a human driver, representing advancements in transportation technology. I posted more learning listening video on my youtube too!

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