The Man Who Pierced the Iron Curtain in a Flying Go-Kart – and Left Civilization Forever
Escaping Communism in a DIY aircraft wasn’t enough for Ivo Zdarsky. So he invented his own way of life — in a Utah desert ghost town.
Hello and Happy 4th of July! With so many intense and horrifying things going on across the country and around the world right now, we hope all of you can take this weekend to relax and unwind, even if just a little bit.
If you’re looking for a fascinating read (or listen!) on your travels or by the beach, may we suggest this absolute banger of a story about an American immigrant who has spent his life chasing a very distinctive brand of freedom.


