CLEAN : Literary critic discusses Nobel literature laureates

The transcript discusses the damaged reputation of the Academy and the Nobel Prize due to associations with the MeToo movement and patriarchal issues. It highlights changes in the Nobel committee, including the addition of independent members, and the risks of safe choices in awarding literature. The media's scrutiny of laureates' personal lives and works is noted, with a focus on avoiding misogyny. Predictions include the likelihood of a female laureate and noncontroversial choices in literature.

What has contributed to the damaged reputation of the Nobel Prize and the Academy?

• The lack of female laureates

• The number of awards given

• The association with the Me Too movement

• The quality of the literature

What change has been made to the Nobel committee this year?

• Reduction in prize money

• Focus on controversial literature

• Addition of five external members

• Increased number of awards

What is a potential risk mentioned regarding the Nobel Prize choices this year?

• Choosing only male laureates

• Focusing solely on the content of literature

• Making safe and noncontroversial choices

• Ignoring the quality of literature

What kind of scrutiny might the laureates face from the media?

• Their political affiliations

• Their personal lives and works

• Their educational background

• Their financial status

What is expected regarding the gender of at least one Nobel laureate this year?

• A male laureate

• A female laureate

• A non-binary laureate

• A laureate from a minority group