Debbie Millman reads "The Panther" by Rainer Maria Rilke

The video features a designer, author, and educator from the School of Visual Arts, who is also the host of the podcast 'Design Matters'. The speaker introduces and reads the poem 'The Panther' by Rainer Maria Rilke, emphasizing the quality of Stephen Mitchell's translation. The discussion highlights the depth and essence captured in the translation, reflecting Rilke's mindset. The poem describes a panther's vision and movement, symbolizing confinement and a powerful will that stands paralyzed.

What is the profession of the speaker?

• Designer

• Chef

• Scientist

• Musician

What is the name of the podcast hosted by the speaker?

• Visual Arts Podcast

• Design Matters

• Creative Talks

• Art Matters

Who translated Rilke's poems in the discussed version?

• Robert Frost

• Stephen Mitchell

• William Wordsworth

• Emily Dickinson

What is the main theme of 'The Panther'?

• Freedom and liberation

• Captivity and confinement

• Joy and happiness

• Nature and wildlife

What does the panther's movement symbolize in the poem?

• A state of paralysis

• A sign of freedom

• A ritual of power

• A dance of joy