Iconoclasts
Desmond Tutu + Richard Branson
Season 4, Episode 1
Nobel-prize recipient Archbishop Desmond Tutu devotes himself to ending injustice worldwide, fighting HIV and serving as an outspoken advocate for youth at risk. He's also chairman of the Elders, a peacekeeping group that intervenes in conflict areas around the globe, established in part by Sir Richard Branson. Branson, Virgin founder, entrepreneur and renowned adventurer, pledges his time and considerable resources to environmental and humanitarian causes. Join these surprisingly playful spirits and extraordinary allies as they reveal their inspirations and shared belief in the power of the individual to change the world.
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Desmond Tutu + Richard Branson Introduction
Desmond Tutu and Richard Branson talk about their definitions of Iconoclast.
Desmond Tutu and Richard Branson discuss the definition of success.
Desmond Tutu discusses the generosity of Richard Branson.
Desmond Tutu explains what it means to be an Iconoclast.
Richard Branson explains what it means to be an Iconoclast.
Desmond Tutu
Activist
In 1979, Anglican priest and Bishop of Lesotho Desmond Mpilo Tutu became the first black General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches. He spoke strongly and fearlessly against the evil of apartheid, calling on the international community to impose economic sanctions against South Africa towards a non-violent change. In reaction he was vilified by the white-controlled press. The South African government revoked his passport. READ MORE ▶
Richard Branson
Entrepreneur
Sir Richard Branson is the founder and president of Virgin Group. Virgin is one of the world's most recognized and respected brands and has expanded into air and ground travel, telecommunications, financial services, health, space travel and clean energy through more than 200 companies worldwide, employing approximately 50,000 people in 29 countries. Companies include Virgin Atlantic Airways, Virgin Mobile, Virgin Comics, Virgin Galactic, Virgin Money, Virgin Charter, and Virgin America, the new domestic airline. Virgin USA continues to expand in North America and offer consumers value for money, good quality, innovation, exceptional customer service, fun, and a sense of competitive challenge. In 1999, Richard was awarded a knighthood by the Queen for "services to entrepreneurship." READ MORE ▶