Sixteen days before Richard Branson's historic flight as the first passenger to reach space in July 2021, renowned filmmaker Chris Smith interviews the billionaire entrepreneur. The conversation explores the risks ahead with insights from family members, business associates, and journalists, illustrated by decades of archival footage. Branson shares his story spanning childhood adversity, entrepreneurial ventures, and pursuit of personal adventure, showcasing a man driven by risk-taking in both business and life, emphasizing optimism and pushing boundaries. After dropping out of school due to dyslexia, he founded Virgin Records at age 15 and became a millionaire by the time he was 22 with Virgin Atlantic's success. His diverse range of businesses culminated in Virgin Galactic, his commercial spaceflight venture in 2004. Branson remains a multifaceted figure, balancing philanthropy with personal wealth accumulation.
Aired: Dec 1, 2022Richard Branson reflects on his early years and the influence of his iconocla...
