Goebbels was a complex figure, often remembered for his charismatic personality rather than his heinous actions. Martha, who interacted with him, found him charming due to his engaging and lively demeanor. His charm was infectious, masking the brutal nature of his character, which made it easy to overlook his manipulative and destructive tendencies.

Mattie, Martha's mother, enjoyed Goebbels' company at social events, and Dodd, an observer of the era, noted that Goebbels was one of the few individuals in Germany with a genuine sense of humor. This juxtaposition of charm and cruelty illustrates the unsettling nature of his influence amidst the growing terror of the Nazi regime.