CLEAN : I hate opinions says the Nobel winner Peter Handke about his his pro Serb positions

The transcript features a conversation with Cottrell, discussing his career as a poet and writer, particularly in theater. He shares his disdain for opinions and reflects on the role of surprise in understanding. Cottrell recounts a story involving Jane Austen and a visit to Oslo, where he encountered protests at the National Theatre.

How does the teacher feel about the concept of surprise in relation to understanding?

What are the teacher's thoughts on having opinions?

What story by Jane Austen does the teacher refer to, and why is it significant?

Can you describe the protests that occurred at the National Theatre of Oslo?

What was the teacher's experience when trying to engage with the protesters?