Anna Akana reads "Good Bones"

The transcript reflects on the dual nature of life and the world, balancing hope and despair. It discusses the brevity of life and the choices made, often hidden from children. The world is portrayed as both terrible and beautiful, with the potential for transformation, akin to a realtor selling a house with 'good bones'.

What dual emotions does the speaker feel connected to in the human experience?

• Joy and anger

• Hope and despair

• Love and hate

• Peace and chaos

What does the speaker try to keep from their children?

• The beauty of the world

• The value of honesty

• The brevity of life

• The importance of education

According to the speaker, what percentage of the world is terrible?

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

• 25%

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe the potential of the world?

• A garden needing care

• A house with good bones

• A diamond in the rough

• A blank canvas

What is the speaker's ultimate message about the world?

• It is beyond repair

• It is inherently evil

• It is perfect as it is

• It has potential for beauty