A New Documentary About A 21-Year-Old Millionaire's Announcement to Give Away His Fortune In 1970

All Of It with Alison Stewart | May 16, 2022

In 1970, 21-year-old millionaire Michael Brody Jr. announced that he would give away his 25-million-dollar fortune to anyone in need. A new documentary, "Dear Mr. Brody," traces Brody's story and the frenzied fallout from his announcement. We speak to the film's director, Keith Maitland.

*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

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