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Werner Herzog doesn't care about creativity

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Herzog is visiting Iowa City as part of a five-city U.S. book tour to promote his autobiography, Every Man for Himself and God Against All.

Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe talks with Herzog about his memoir and film career, ahead of receiving Filmscene's Cinema Savant award during the Refocus Film Festival taking place October 12-15. Nebbe also talks with Filmscene's Andrew Sherburne about Herzog's impact on the silver and small screens, and what else is in store for Refocus' second annual outing.

Guests:

  • Andrew Sherburne, executive director and co-founder, Filmscene
  • Werner Herzog, director, author

Filmscene is a financial supporter of IPR.

Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Nicole Baxter is a digital producer and writer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Northern Iowa. Since 2024, Baxter has worked with IPR's news team to bring news stories to IPR's digital audience, including writing features about Iowa's film scene.