Werner Herzog

This podcast episode explores Werner Herzog's motivations for making films that put him in risky situations, his childhood experiences and the pivotal moment that shaped his character, his views on madness and sanity, his collaboration with the eccentric actor Klaus Kinski, his thoughts on war and the current conflict in Israel and Gaza, his voice and acting roles, his personal experiences with war and his views on the current conflict in Israel and Gaza, an incident where the interviewee was shot at while filming a BBC documentary, an overview of Werner Herzog's current and upcoming projects, and a discussion on the legacy of Maria Callas. Herzog's curiosity about the world was sparked at a young age when he witnessed the bombing of Rosenheim during World War II, and he believes that to truly understand human nature, one must put human beings at some sort of an edge. He emphasizes the importance of self-discipline and control, and discusses his collaboration with Klaus Kinski, whom he describes as "mad" but also acknowledges his talent and impact. Herzog also shares his views on madness and sanity, and expresses his concerns about the conflict in Israel and Gaza. He discusses his voice and acting roles, and recounts an incident where he was shot at while filming a BBC documentary. He provides an overview of his current and upcoming projects, and discusses the legacy of Maria Callas and her performances in "Medea" and "La Divina."