VOICED : Punk poet Patti Smith sees 'so much creativity' amid 'such tumult'

The transcript covers a range of topics, starting with personal insights and experiences, including the speaker's trilogy and thoughts on prodigies. It then delves into creativity and inspiration, highlighting the influence of music and poetry. The speaker balances optimism with deep concerns about global issues such as environmental degradation and societal challenges. Activism and social change are discussed, with references to movements in Iran and Gandhi's followers. Finally, the speaker emphasizes their commitment to work across various fields, including photography and performance.

What does the speaker plan to do with their writing project?

• Turn it into a movie

• Finish it and make it into a book

• Publish it as a series of articles

• Abandon it completely

How does the speaker feel about the current state of the world?

• Completely pessimistic

• Indifferent and detached

• Optimistic without concerns

• Deeply concerned and heartbroken

What artistic approach did the speaker take to make poetry more satisfying?

• Performing poems in solitude

• Reading poems silently

• Combining poems with music

• Writing poems in different languages

What example does the speaker give to illustrate the power of collective action?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The American Civil War

• The women of Iran and Gandhi's followers

• The French Revolution

What is the speaker's attitude towards their work across different fields?

• They feel indifferent about it

• They see it as a burden

• They are unsure about their commitment

• They feel blessed and committed