GQ Men of the Year Awards

The transcript discusses the speaker's admiration for Shepard, a street artist known for his cleverness and ability to capture the zeitgeist. Shepard's work gained significant recognition during the election year, particularly with his iconic image of Barack Obama. The speaker expresses excitement about the election results, highlighting the potential for change and the dismantling of institutional cynicism. Despite the challenges ahead, there is optimism about Barack's ability to handle the heavy lifting required.

What aspect of Shepard's work does the speaker admire the most?

• His technical skills

• His collaborations with other artists

• His ability to capture the zeitgeist

• His financial success

Why was the year significant for Shepard according to the speaker?

• He held his first solo exhibition

• He received a prestigious award

• He retired from street art

• It was a perfect storm with the election

What change does the speaker associate with the election?

• The end of institutional cynicism

• The rise of new media platforms

• A shift in economic policies

• A new technological era

How does the speaker feel about the challenges facing Barack Obama?

• They are insurmountable

• They are easy to overcome

• They are irrelevant

• They are significant but manageable

What is the speaker's overall sentiment towards Barack Obama's future role?

• Skeptical

• Hopeful

• Indifferent

• Disappointed