#563 | The Curious Origins of The Nobel Prize

Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, was shocked to read his own obituary branding him the "merchant of death."   While the story might not be entirely true, it pushed him to reconsider his legacy.   His fortune went on to establish the Nobel Prizes, honouring achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace, ensuring his name is remembered for contributions to humanity.   Overview of the Nobel Prize Alfred Nobel's mistaken obituary Nobel's early life and education Invention of dynamite and its impacts Nobel's relationship with Bertha von Suttner Creation of the Nobel Prize in his will Outcomes and controversies of the Nobel Prize Notable Nobel laureates Controversial Nobel Peace Prize awards Legacy of Alfred Nobel Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/nobel-prize --- 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