The Free Life Imaginary Mixtape

The Free Life Podcast

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The fascinating exploration of a fateful attempt to cross the Atlantic in a balloon, with songs inspired by the story.

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The Free Life Imaginary Mixtape

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The Free Life Podcast Part 6 12.05.2026 27:41

Rod, Pam and Malcolm seem to be trapped, but some intriguing facts emerge that might point to an alternative conclusion.

The Free Life Podcast Part 5 04.05.2026 30:13

The Free Life balloon finally takes off for Europe. In Springs, it’s time to party. But what is the celebration like aboard the balloon? And how far will they go?

The Free Life Podcast Part 4 27.04.2026 30:46

September 20, 1970. The Free Life rises over George “Sid” Miller’s horse pasture in Springs, NY. The dream becomes real.

The Free Life Podcast Part 3 18.04.2026 35:35

Rod discovers Springs, and the Bonackers discover the Free Life. But who will fly the balloon?

The Free Life Podcast Part 2 11.04.2026 27:33

Pam gets onboard the Free Life project, but the expenses get out of hand.

The Free Life Podcast Part 1 03.04.2026 22:05

The Free Life Podcast uncovers the unlikely story of The Free Life, a failed 1970 attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a balloon. The podcast uses interviews, archival audio and original songs to decode the mysterious motivations behind a reckless undertaking. In Part 1, we meet Rod Anderson and Pamela Brown.