Zur Person(1963)

Zur Person is a landmark German television series that ran for four decades, featuring in-depth interviews with prominent figures in German public life. Host Günter Gaus conducted more than 200 conversations with politicians, intellectuals, and cultural leaders, creating an intimate portrait of postwar German society. The show became known for its thoughtful, probing approach to dialogue—allowing subjects space to reflect on their careers, beliefs, and the nation's evolving identity. Each episode offers a window into the personalities and perspectives that shaped modern Germany, making Zur Person an invaluable historical document and a masterclass in the art of the interview.