Naked Age

In this episode of Naked Age, we journey to Sky Farm, the oldest continuously operating nudist club in America, and uncover its remarkable history. Founded in 1932 by a group of German immigrants led by Kurt Barthel and Bill Meyer, Sky Farm became a sanctuary for freedom and community. Through a rare archival interview and vivid storytelling, we trace its roots, the challenges it overcame, and the legacy it continues to uphold as a...

In this episode of Naked Age, we explore the history of The Neo Naturists, a trio of British artists who used their bodies as living canvases to challenge societal norms around nudity, art, and identity. At the heart of this story is Wilma Johnson, who, alongside Jennifer and Christine Binnie, helped pioneer this bold form of performance art in the 1980s. We take a deep dive into their cultural influence, examining how their work i...

In this episode, we'll follow the extraordinary journey of Morley Schloss, a key figure in American naturism and the owner of Sunsport Gardens in South Florida. This episode delves into Morley's early discovery of naturism at Woodstock, his founding of Naturist Rochester, and his influential role in the landmark Rochester topfree victory. Explore his various efforts, from beach activism to anti-war demonstrations, topfreedom advoca...

In this episode, we look at the history of empirical studies into the effects of growing up in naturist environments with Mark Storey, a nudist historian and philosophy professor. Then we meet Dennis Craig Smith, the writer of Growing Up Without Shame, the 1986 book that was the result of a survey of adults who had grown up in nudist-friendly households. Join us as Smith shares his personal experiences and viewpoint from writing th...

In this episode, we’ll discover the remarkable stories of Jeanette and Zelda Suplee, two pioneering women in American nudism. This episode explores Jeanette's foundational role in establishing Sunny Rest Lodge and Zelda's influential journey as a nudist advocate and gender studies pioneer. Delve into their unique contributions to the nudist movement, their impact on nudism's public perception, and the legacy they left behind.

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In this episode of Naked Age, Andy Tabbat memorializes his late friend Woody Miller, a stalwart in San Francisco's Castro district and a lifelong advocate for nudism and body freedom. Then, he shares an intimate conversation between the longtime friends, recorded four years prior to Woody's passing in May of 2023. In it, Woody candidly shares his passion for the arts, civil liberties, and nudism, all in the cozy setting of Woody's ...

In this episode, we'll delve into the history of Canada’s nudism movements. We’ll hear the stories of various Canadian nudist leaders, and learn how two distinct regions found common ground and forged a cooperative partnership, their shared aim to represent Canadian naturists across Canada and internationally. And then we’ll meet Petra Scheller, a woman whose relentless advocacy and effort in service of that union made her a face o...

In this episode, we’ll meet Barry, a lifelong member of one of America's oldest nudist clubs: Rock Lodge, a man whose personal nudist story intersects with the history of that great club. Plus, the “big bang” of American nudism. Enjoy! 

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In this episode, we’ll meet Shirley and Richard Mason, two pioneers of the US beach movement who created the model for launching a legal nude beach, when they boldly established residency on Florida’s popular Haulover Beach. Plus, a brief history of nude beaches in “puritan besmirched” America. Enjoy! 

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This episode of Naked Age explores the parallel paths of two nudist pioneers whose stories take place over seventy years apart. First we look at Ray Connett, an influential figure of early Canadian nudism who helped establish that country’s first national nudist organization. Then we meet Gerardo Cisneros, a Mexican nudism advocate whose hard work and clever initiative has helped bring a budding Mexican nudist movement into full bl...

In this episode of Naked Age we meet Marie Willa Bobo-Smith, a transgender nudist whose top free activism and public nudism make her make her a trailblazer for trans visibility. Plus, we explore intersections between nudist and trans history and look at the history of single men policies in nudist clubs. 

(This episode was originally published on March 30, 2022)

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In this episode of Naked Age we meet Jérôme Jolibois, a Belgian naturist and avid cyclist whose naked bike activism paved the lane for him to become the first open naturist elected to the Brussels Town Hall. Plus we explore the convergence of two movements: Nude Activism and Bicycle Activism, and the spark that led to the World Naked Bike Ride. 

(Episode originally published February 1, 2022)

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In this episode of Naked Age we meet Barbara Williamson, a pioneering figure of the sexual revolution frequently referred to as “The Most Liberated Woman in America”.

(Episode originally published December 14, 2021)

Items mentioned in this episode

Barbara Williamson’s Website: https://barbarawilliamson.org/

Barbara Williamson’s book, “The Most Liberated Woman in America”: https://barbarawilliamson.org/book/

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In this episode of Naked Age we meet the irrepressible Andy Tabbat, an inveterate joy bringer whose lifelong observance of nudism has been public and unashamed. Plus, nudist activism in the Bay Area; Berkeley’s “Naked Guy”; and the “Weiner Bill”. 

Where to find Andy Tabbat

Blog: thenakedgentleman.wordpress.com

Flickr: https://flickr.com/photos/nakedsatyr

(This episode originally published July 15, 2021) 

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In this episode we meet the extraordinary Lora Boswell, a lifelong nudist and one time owner of California’s Lupin Lodge who has a distinct point of view on nudity.

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What is Naked Age? Naked Age is a nudist history series exploring uncommon stories of unique people going to extraordinary lengths to live a nude life. It's an interview series profiling activists, artists, individualists and misfits who have a singular point of view on the world. If you like history, or if you’re interested in exploring themes of nudity and humanity, liberty and body acceptance – search for Naked Age on your podca...