EPISODE · May 28, 2020 · 19 MIN
#58: Plastic
from English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English · host Leonardo English
It has revolutionised our lives, made cars lighter, food fresher, and water safer.But at what cost?In this episode we take a look at the history of plastic, and ask ourselves what comes next.In today's episode we cover:Elephants, combs and billiard balls - how plastic was inventedThrowaway living in the 1950sHow much plastic waste exists in the world?How much plastic do we eat?Recycling plasticThe 5 countries that are responsible for the plastic in the oceansNew non-plastic optionsA simple solution to the plastic problemFull transcript and key vocabulary available on the website www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/plastic ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية
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It has revolutionised our lives, made cars lighter, food fresher, and water safer. But at what cost? In this episode we take a look at the history of plastic, and ask ourselves what comes next.
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