A Surfer’s Simple Life in Ireland

Professional surfer Fergal Smith was born and raised on a rural organic vegetable farm in Ireland. Although he’s traveled the world in search of the rarest waves, he still returns home to Ireland where he cherishes the simple life—surrounded by family, friends and homegrown food from his community garden Moy Hill. In a short film, Desillusion Magazine’s Pierre David travels to the surfer’s hometown to …

Bob Dylan’s Revealing Acceptance Speech

At an event for the Grammys’ MusiCares organization—a charity that benefits musicians in critical need of assistance—Bob Dylan delivered a riveting 35 minute acceptance speech after being named the 2015 Person of the Year. The 73-year-old chronicled his storied career as an artist and didn’t hold back as he called out his critics and other songwriters who gave in to commercial music. Read the full …

Japanese Soldiers Create Star Wars Snow Sculptures

Each year, troops from the Japanese Self-Defense Forces are tasked with building massive snow sculptures for the annual Sapporo Snow Festival. The icy undertaking is meant to be a team-bonding experience, benefiting the platoon and the public. This year, the JSDF 11th Brigade erected an intimidating Star Wars-themed monument featuring the busts of Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, the Death Star and a TIE Fighter. Lucasfilm documented …