A poet who died nearly a century ago is suddenly everywhere on Gen Z’s feeds — quoted by influencers, embraced by global stars, and resurfacing in tattoos, music videos, and quiet moments of self‑reflection. But what is it about Rainer Maria Rilke that makes his voice feel so strangely urgent today? This episode of Arts Unveiled explores how a long‑gone writer has become one of the most unexpected cultural figures of the moment — and why his words still resonate.

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