The Naturist Living Show

Cynthia and Rolf Holbach discuss starting and running a naturist B&B as well as a naturist club in Southern California with Tim Chizmar. Links to items mentioned in the show: Southern California Naturist Association SCNASCNA on FacebookClothing Optional Home NetworkArroyo del Sol Listing on COHN –Arroyo del Sol FacebookSan Diego’s Tourism Page for Black’s Beach Photo: Cynthia and Rolf at Arroyo del Sol B&B Episode CXXI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

In 1927 Maurice Parmelee wrote “it is of great importance for gymnosophy that race prejudice disappear entirely, or be reduced to the lowest possible minimum.” He would certainly be disappointed by the persistence of systemic racism nearly a century later. We discuss being Black in Naturism with Gregory Jean Louis, a passionate listener; Shirley Mason, of Haulover and the B.E.A.C.H.E.S. Foundation; and Michelle Jackson, of the Black Naturists Association. Links to items mentioned in the show: The New Nudist, July 6 2020 episode – Nick and Lins from the Naked Wanderings Blog and Evan of @NaturistVintage@NaturistVintage on TwitterMinorities in Naturism episode from 2010B.E.A.C.H.E.S. FoundationBlack Naturists Association Photo: Michelle and friends at a Black Naturists Association event. Episode CXX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Chrissy and Dave are interviewed by Tim Chizmar about their nude wedding on Black’s Beach in California. Links to items mentioned in the show: Scott Cline’s The New Nudist PodcastThe New Nudist Podcast – interview with Stéphane DeschênesDe Anza Springs ResortDisneyland Club 33 Glen Eden Sun ClubAANR, American Association For Nude RecreationSCNA, Southern California Naturist AssociationSan Diego’s Tourism Page for Black’s BeachDave and Chrissy’s CampgroundTogether Again Memory Beads Photo: Chrissy and Dave’s wedding Episode CXIX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

In just about a year, Just Naked has gained a tremendous amount of success both in real life and online. Adam Schwietert, one of the founders, tells us how they did it, what they’re doing now, and why they’re doing it. Links to items mentioned in the show: Just Naked WebsiteJust Naked InstagramJust Naked TwitterJust Naked FacebookJust Naked VimeoJust Naked Podcast on Google, Apple, and SpotifyYouTube: The Flaming Lips – Watching The PlanetsNaked in Motion WebsiteNaked in Motion PatreonNaked in Motion TwitterNaked in Motion InstagramNaked in Motion FacebookNaked in Motion MeetupFemme Fwd:Episode 96: Goodbye YNA Photo: Léa and Adam, Founders of Just Naked Episode CXVIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Tim Chizmar interviews Julie D. Mayo, co-founder of the Las Vegas Bares; a non-landed club that organizes activities such as hiking, kayaking, swims, and more. Links to items mentioned in the show: Las Vegas BaresLas Vegas Bares FacebookGlen Eden Sun ClubAccess PossibilitiesClothing Optional Home NetworkAenal Manoa in Costa Rica Photo: Julie and Tim in Las Vegas Episode CXVII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Musicians who fight for body acceptance while making music; we chat with Dario Western of Laissez Fayre in Australia as well as Millie and Mie of The SoapGirls in South Africa. We also share some listener statistics and respond to voicemails. Links to items mentioned in the show: Calgary Nude RecreationRecreational Naturist vs Ethical NaturistPodfest ExpoLibsynSome Podcast Industry Statistics presented at PodFest (posted on Reddit)Podcast Industry Statistics from mypodcastreview.com Laissez-Fayre YouTube Laissez-Fayre TwitterLaissez-Fayre FacebookLaissez-Fayre SoundcloudLaissez-Fayre Facebook GroupLaissez-Fayre Instagram The SoapGirls websiteThe SoapGirls FacebookThe SoapGirls TwitterThe SoapGirls InstagramThe SoapGirls YouTube Photo: 2019 SoapGirls performance in Manchester, UK; by Darren Wood Photography – Creative Commons Licence (Cropped to fit website dimensions) Episode CXVI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

What is The Naturist Living Show? In this 90 second trailer we briefly describe who we are, what we have been doing since 2008, and why we are producing this podcast. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Our correspondent, Tim Chizmar, interviews Corky Stanton, the founder of what may be the oldest naturist/nudist video website: ClothesFree.com. They discuss the beginning and, with Philip Fayne, they outline its future. Listen carefully to get a special promo code for clothesfree.com. Links to items mentioned in the show: The Naturist Living Show on SpotifyClothes Free InternationalGlen Eden Sun ClubAANR, American Association For Nude RecreationSCNA, Southern California Naturist AssociationClothing Optional Home NetworkThe Naturist SocietyThe Bay Area NaturistsBlack’s Beach BaresSan Diego’s Tourism Page for Black’s BeachTon Dou, Concert in Times SquareGolden Tiki Las VegasOaklake Trails Naturist Park – Oklahoma Photo: ClothesFree TV Preview Video Episode CXV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

For some people, naturism can be a form of therapy. It can be so transformative that it changes your life. Madeline shares her very personal story of being saved by her experience. Links to items mentioned in the show: Working at Bare OaksEthical Naturism Photo: Madeline and Stéphane at Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park Episode CXIV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Tim Chizmar and Kayla Rae attends the Puppetry of the Penis show, a.k.a. the “art of genital origami”, in Las Vegas and interview the performers: Jamie Morris and Robert Ryan. Links to items mentioned in the show: Puppetry of the Penis International SitePuppetry of the Penis Show in Las VegasErotic Heritage Museum in Las Vegas Photo: Publicity picture from the Erotic Heritage Museum Episode CXIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We explore a variety of issues with artist and academic Matthew Hamon. There are many types of photography: casual, artistic, erotic, pornographic, artistic, clinical, commercial, scientific, etc… What is the difference? Is nude photography pornography? Is the image of a nude child indecent? What is consent? What if people misuse your image? What are the implications of a naked picture of yourself on the internet? Links to items mentioned in the show: Bare Oaks’ Photo PolicyBlog post about Bare Oaks’ new lens cover policycamJAMRJock SturgesSally MannNaked State Art ResidencyMatt Hamon in 6 Mois MagazineA comedian, Whitney Cummings, reclaims power over a person who tried to extort money over a nude pictureESPN Body IssueUniversity of MontanaMatthew Hamon’s website Photo: by Matthew Hamon – Matt’s family, Jennifer, Emile and Lur, often bathe outside in a livestock tank even during Montana’s cold winters Episode CXII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An interview with a new naturist; a young man who approached with skeptical caution to quickly become a passionate advocate of naturism. Links to items mentioned in the show: Interview copyright informationApple PodcastsOther places to subscribe to this showEpisode where Nicole talks about growing up in naturismBrady’s Podcast: The Movie Men Podcast Photo: First Visit to Bare Oaks Episode CXI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Tim Chizmar interviews the director and cast of “Disrobed: Why So Clothes-Minded?” performed at the 2019 Hollywood Fringe Festival. Links to items mentioned in the show: Rec.nude – the pre-web internet naturist social mediaSouthern California Naturist Association (SCNA)Barely Proper play in the August 2011 episode of the Naturist Living ShowThe Hollywood Fringe FestivalReviews of “Disrobed” from the Hollywood Fringe Festival presentationEncore Presentation selection of “Disrobed” at Hollywood FringeNomination of “Disrobed” in the Immersive Theatre categoryInformation on how to get tickets to the second run of “Disrobed” which starts November 2, 2019 Photo: The June 2019 cast of “Disrobed: Why So Clothes-Minded?” Episode CX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Bethany Denton tells us how she came to create an episode of “Here Be Monsters” titled “The Evangelists of Nudism” where she recounts the story of her first, and rather unusual, experience as a nudist. Links to items mentioned in the show: Here Be Monsters – The podcast about the unknownHBM071: The Evangelists of Nudism Photo: First time visitor to Bare Oaks by naked-club.org Episode CIX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss participation in naturism by Mormons from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) with Stacee (practicing) and Mike (lapsed). The religion’s focus on respecting the body creates an interesting (and arguably erroneous) dichotomy for those who want to be naturists. Links to items mentioned in the show: A question about Mormons in naturism posted in the r/nudism community on Reddit.comEpisode 106 of the Mormon Expression Podcast2013 episode of the Naturist Living Show on MormonsLatter Day Saints (LDS) Skinny Dipper’s ForumWasatch NaturistsThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Photo: Freedom in Joshua Tree National Landmark (Utah) by Donald Fletcher Episode CVIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We talk to three young people: one who rebelled against naturism when she was a teen; one who stayed as a naturist; and another teenager who is new to naturism. Why teenagers leave: The club does not make them feel comfortable (possibly because it isn’t really about true naturist values like acceptance and tolerance of others)The club does not offer them things to do, peers to hang out with, or opportunities (e.g. jobs!)Their social circles are at home with their school friends and they want to fit in with themThey want to develop their own identity by differentiating themselves from their parents (rebellion!)They would rather stay home alone while their parents go to the club (freedom!) So teenagers leave for a variety of reasons. They always have and they always will. If it’s reasons numbers 3 to 5 there’s not much that can be done. But if a club deals with reasons numbers 1 and 2, then some teens may stay. At Bare Oaks, we have actually had teenagers visiting us on their own because their parents are not there. (reason #4 but reversed) Over the years, we have also had many young people, including teens, work as staff for the summer and they loved it! (like Nicole in this episode of the podcast) Links to items mentioned in the show: Attracting Youth – Episode 47 Sept 2012Teenagers and Young Adults in Naturism – Episode 39 Jan 2012Why do teenagers turn away from nudism and is that such a big deal? – Naked Wanderings2014 Canadian Survey on Attitudes Toward Nudity Photo: Nicole and her sisters by Matthew Hamon Episode CVII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An eclectic chat with Tim Chizmar on a wide variety of topics: Las Vegas, his experiences organizing nude comedy, nudism in general, his nudist movie project, and more! Links to items mentioned in the show: Tim Chizmar on IMDBTim Chizmar on TwitterTim Chizmar on InstagramClothes Free InternationalKate Logan interview Photo: A nudist comedy show at Olive Dell Ranch – Tim Chizmar is top left with at the back, Jon Smilowitz and Kevin Lahaie; and in front, Heather Schmidt, Katie Hall, and Melissa Dejanude. Episode CVI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss dating for naturists/nudists. Because single men are the ones who seem to have the greatest challenge in naturism, we focus our advice on them. We interview Melissa who is an affirmed naturist and Christine who is not but would consider it for the right guy. A summary of the dating advice: Don’t focus on naturist/nudist dating sites. Most, and possibly all of them, are scams.Don’t limit yourself to existing naturists.Don’t make naturism the focus of your profile but don’t keep it secret either.Gentlemen, nude pictures (and dick pics in particular) don’t work.Keep trying; you need to talk to many people before you find someone who is compatible. If you’re in Canada, our survey suggests you’ll need to talk to 10 people before you find one who is willing to try naturism.Treat people with respect. If you know someone who has trouble with this, have them read our webpage on Making Friends in Naturism. Links to items mentioned in the show: Naturist/Nudist Dating Websites on Felicity’s BlogNaturism of Color: Nudist Dating Site ScamAshley Madison Admits to Creating Fake Women’s ProfilesPlenty of FishBumbleMaking Friends in Naturism webpageHow Not To Be Creepy Episode of the Naturist Living ShowCanadian Survey on Attitudes Towards Nudity Photo: Two naturists who met at Bare Oaks and dated for a while. While that is rare, it is possible and it does occasionally happen. Episode CV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We chat with Nick and Lins about their experiences while visiting naturist places around the world and the amazing success of their Naked Wanderings blog. Links to items mentioned in the show: Marketing Naturism Podcast The Naked Wanderings Blog Naked Wanderings on Twitter Naked Wanderings on Instagram Naked Wanderings on Pinterest Naked Wanderings on Facebook The Recreational Naturism – Ethical Naturism scale – Webpage The Recreational Naturism – Ethical Naturism scale – Podcast Episode Photo: Nick and Lins visiting with Stéphane and Linda at Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park Episode CIV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss the second edition of the book Dressed to Kill: The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bras with the authors, Sydney Ross Singer and Soma Grismaijer. They recount how they were subjected to vindictive and prejudiced attacks on their research and their personal reputation. Links to items mentioned in the show: Dressed to Kill (Second Edition) – Publisher Website Dressed to Kill entry in Wikipedia Dressed to Kill entry in Wikipedia – edit history Dressed to Kill entry in Wikipedia – talk section where changes are discussed Bra Free Study Cancer Council Australia – Position Statement on Sun Exposure France study on bras and sagging Photo: Dressed to Kill, the second edition Episode CIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We chat with Kate Logan who, 20 years ago, dropped her robe during her graduation speech and finished speaking completely nude in front of 200 classmates, faculty, parents, family, and friends. Her story went viral around the world in a time well before Facebook and other electronic social media became popular. She was and is still unrepentant. Her act was filled with meaning and principles; values which she demonstrated abundantly when she turned down a large sum of money from Playboy Magazine. Links to items mentioned in the show: The Naturist Living Show on Spotify The Associated Press Story about Kate Logan on June 17, 1998 The Long Trail School in Dorset, Vermont, USA “True Sexual Morality: Recovering Biblical Standards for a Culture in Crisis” by Daniel R. Heimbach, Chapter: Sex at the Centre of the Moral Crisis, P.35 Newsweek “The Spiritual State: The Naked Graduate” by Marc Gellman June 21, 2005 Naturist Living Show episode 28 “Breasts” which includes the interview with Gwen Jacob Photo: Kate Logan Episode CII Kate Logan’s Graduation Speech Long Trail School, Dorset, Vermont, USA June 13, 1998 Six years ago I began a journey on a road less traveled. Embarking on what would become a journey of growth and knowledge. Beginning to explore the depths of the world in ways I had never before imagined. I have walked a great many miles over the past six years in which I have rounded many corners and climbed many mountains and the journey still continues, offering me indefinite choices and new horizons yet to be discovered. As I prepare myself for my next step forward I call on the lessons of my past to be the teachers and guides for the future. I have grown to recognize the value of each of the lessons that have presented themselves, and I have grown aware of the possibilities that these lessons have created for me as I currently stand alone ready to face the challenges of tomorrow. I am eternally grateful for the experiences that have pushed me towards a direction of light and truth. Each of the lessons have taken on a sacredness within my heart, where they will remain and continue to guide and teach. Each of these lessons over the past six years have challenged me to become more aware of myself and the world around me. I have learned the value of stretching myself beyond what is in front of me. I was challenged to open my eyes to see the beauty in the diversity that exists everywhere. I was called upon to open my ears to all voices and to hear each voice with acceptance, respect and equality. I was pushed to live in a community with an open mind and an open heart. To live through my strengths and learn from my fears. I was challenged as an individual to not be conformed by this world, but rather to be conformed by the constant renewing of my mind. Many teachers have been the roots to these realizations and I am eternally grateful for their support, pushes and understandings. As I stand at the end of this road, I feel a sense of security within myself that each of my teachers have assisted me in discovering. I am ready to open my wings and encounter the world with optimism, strength and love. My love for my teachers is endless and boundless. They have provided me the chance to fly in a world that walks. The sun over a distant mountain is rising and I eagerly take the first step to reach the height that the mountain promises, and in order to reach such heights I realize the necessity to live as a free spirit… (hat comes off and robes falls to the ground) …without expectations, feeling the limitless directions to open myself completely, to express myself fully as a confident individual-for it is only then, when I am open and free, that truth and wisdom reveal themselves. Thank you all for all that you have taught me while I was under your instruction. Farewell to you and to the youth that I spent with you. My awakening on the new dawn has spoken and we must part. I came to you to take of your wisdom and have seen that my experience with you has only been a stepping stone, which I have crossed and I continue to move towards the mountain top, recognizing that I am not confined in any way.   NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

With episode 101 (or CI in the Roman Numerals we’ve been using) and as we approach our 10 year anniversary, we launch our new website. The new WordPress website and unique domain (instead of a subdomain of Bare Oaks) allow for better features, more flexibility, broader distribution, and better search engine optimization. We think that the transition went well and that we fixed all bugs. But it’s hard to be perfect! Please let us know if you find any problems by sending us a note: [email protected] Links to items mentioned in the show: WordPress (new hosting platform) Blogger (former hosting platform) Feedburner (former rss feed manager) Feedblitz (current email notification system) Concordia University Infographic on the “podcast explosion” From 2003 to 2016: The Astounding Growth of Podcasting [Infographic] Photo: Stéphane and Samantha working on the new website Episode CI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We catch up with Laurent Luft, the president of the Association des naturistes de Paris (ANP), to learn about their recent growth, the new naturist section in a Paris park, and the opening of a nude restaurant. Also, this is our 100th episode since we started 9 years ago, in December 2008! Links to items mentioned in the show: Association des naturistes de Paris (ANP) O’Naturel Restaurant Photo: ANP at O’Naturel in Paris (Laurent is 4th on the left) Play Now Episode C NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Barry Sykes tells us about his artist-in-residence experience at Oakwood Sun Club in the UK and explains the benefits for the host club. Links to items mentioned in the show: Barry Sykes Barry Sykes on Instagram Oakwood Sun Club Radical Essex Project Naked State Art Residency Photo: A feature on Barry Sykes in H&E Magazine Play Now Episode XCIX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Ashley Moffatt, who performed stand-up comedy nude at Bare Oaks for the first time, talks about her experience on SiriusXM Radio’s Todd Shapiro Show. Links to items mentioned in the show: Stand-up comedy at Bare Oaks The Todd Shapiro Show The episode of the Todd Shapiro Show with Ashley Moffatt The episode of the Todd Shapiro Show with Lianne Mauladin Ashley Moffatt The Merry Janes of Comedy Lianne Mauladin Photo: The August 2017 Bare Oaks Stand-up Comics (L to R) Adrienne Fish, Lianne Mauladin, Courtney Gilmour, and Ashley Moffatt Play Now Episode XCVIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We chat with Amelia Allen, a fashion photographer who just published a photography art book about naturism. Links to items mentioned in the show: Amelia Allen’s Website Naked Britain book Naked Britain book on Amazon Episode 36 – Fashion Photo: Amelia Allen Play Now Episode XCVII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

In October 2017 Young Naturist America (YNA) announced that they are closing down. We talk to Felicity Jones to find out why. Links to items mentioned in the show: Young Naturists America (YNA) YNA’s announcement that they are closing down Photo: YNA group photo in Woodstock, New York from one of their weekend gatherings Play Now Episode XCVI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss online harassment with Cleo of the Topless Topic videos and Felicity Jones of Young Naturist America (YNA). Links to items mentioned in the show: Topless Topics Website Topless Topics on Twitter Topless Topics on Vimeo Young Naturist America (YNA) Felicity’s blog – Still Not Asking For It Felicity’s blog – The Nudism Gender Issue Part 2: Addressing Harassment Felicity’s blog – The Nudism Gender Problem: How To Get More Women Involved How not to be creepy – Episode 20, June 2010 Photo: Cleo of Topless Topics Episode XCV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

A discussion with Brandie Weikle the editor and founder of The New Family website and podcast who wrote an article and produced a podcast about raising children in naturism. Links to items mentioned in the show: 1,000 Families Project: Naked Among The Oak Trees—A Mom Of Two Embraces Naturism Do naturists have the right idea raising kids around social nudity? –Toronto Star article by Brandie Weikle The New Family Website The New Family Podcast Episode 124 of the New Family Podcast – Family Naturism—Raising Kids Around Social Nudity Photo: Andrea at Bare Oaks Play Now Episode XCIV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

A discussion with the new Executive Director of the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) about his vision for naturism/nudism and his plans for the association. Links to items mentioned in the show: The American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) AANR’s announcement of the new Executive Director The Naturist Society (TNS) The Federation of Canadian Naturists (FCN) Fédération québécoise de naturisme (FQN) British Naturism (BN) Australian Naturist Federation (ANF) New Zealand Naturist Federation (NZNF) Young Naturist America (YNA) Photo: AANR Office in Kissimmee, Florida, USA (2008) Note: This was edited on October 26, 2019 to remove the name and photo of the executive director from the show notes. For personal reasons he no longer wishes to be associated with that part of AANR’s history. We agreed to remove his name so that it would not be indexed by search engines. However the audio interview remains as it provides a relevant record of AANR’s objectives during that period in time. Play Now Episode XCIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss Reddit and the nudism subreddit with Forrest (a.k.a. Vascrypt) moderator for the nudism page which has nearly 8,000 followers. Links to items mentioned in the show: Avalon Resort Reddit Nudism subreddit Photo: Nudism page on Reddit Play Now Episode XCII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss the state of naturism in Mexico with Héctor Martínez, the founder of NNG – Naturaleza y Nudismo Guadalajara (Nature and Nudism Guadalajara). Links to items mentioned in the show: Mexican Naturist Federation – Federacion Nudista de México AC NNG – Naturaleza y Nudismo Guadalajara (Nature and Nudism Guadalajara) Desnudólogos Podcast Nudism in Mexico on YNA Zipolite nude beach – Wikipedia Article Photo: Héctor Martínez Play Now Episode XCI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Thea Fitz-James discusses her one-woman play Naked Ladies along with body issues, feminism, and the meaning of nudity. Links to items mentioned in the show: CBC’s As It Happens – Interview with Thea Fitz-James (at the end of part 1) Naked Ladies play Thea Fitz-James Photo: Thea Fitz-James during a performance of Naked Ladies Play Now Episode XC NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We catch up with Felicity Jones (from YNA, not the Rogue One actor!) to discuss gender and single men policies in naturism. Links to items mentioned in the show: YNA – Young Naturists America Felicity’s blog: Nudism, Gender and Single Male Policies Felicity’s blog: The Nudism Gender Problem Part 2: Addressing Harassment Episode 20 – How Not to be Creepy Bare Oaks Article – Make Friends in Naturism Photo: Sitting by Lake Beamor at Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park – PAR 2011 Play Now Episode LXXXIX NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

A visit to a naturist swim in Paris that is organized by the Association des Naturistes de Paris (ANP) three nights per week. There seems to be a resurgence of naturism in France with the participation of naturists in the Fête de l’humanité last summer, the announcement that Paris will at long-last have a naturist area, and the election a French representative at president of the International Naturist Federation. Links to items mentioned in the show: Naturists attend the Fête de l’Humanité in France Paris approves plan for a naturist area Association des Naturistes de Paris Piscine Roger Le Gall Photo: A swim night at the Piscine Roger Le Gall in Paris organized by the ANP. Play Now Episode LXXXVIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We chat with a group of regular visitors who prefer to visit Bare Oaks only in winter. Their activities include dousing themselves with water while nude in sub-zero weather and ice skating, also nude, on our frozen lake. Photo: Bare Oaks members skating in January 2016 Play Now Episode LXXXVII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Thirteen artists talk about their experience at the 2016 Naked State Art Residency held at Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park. (Part 2 of 2) Links to items mentioned in the show: Naked State Part 1 on the Naturist Living Show Naked State website Jay Whitehead’s website Natalie Wardle’s website Matt Hamon’s website Philippa Hajdu’s website David Frankovich’s website Jim Maunder’s website Kelly Rose Hammond’s website Alessandor Rachael’s website Mary Skrenta’s website Brian Lynn’s website Micol Hebron’s website Alexandra Bischoff’s website Johannes Zits’ website Photo: Naked State Artists at Bare Oaks Play Now Episode LXXXVI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Teresa Ascencao talks about Arts Unfold’s first Naked State Art Residency. In August 2016, thirteen artists from Australia, Finland, England, and across Canada and the USA spent a week creating artworks that explore the nude human body in context of nature, culture and art. (Part 1 of 2) Links to items mentioned in the show: Arts Unfold Naked State Teresa Ascencao Photo: Teresa Ascencao during Naked State 2016 – by Matt Hamon Play Now Episode LXXXV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An interview with Emma James (best known as Socks Off on Twitter) who was one of 3,000 people who participated in the Spencer Tunick installation organised on July 9th by the Ferens Art Gallery in Hull, UK.Links to items mentioned in the show: Spencer Tunick’s website Sea of Hull Event website Photos of the event from TheGuardian.com City of Hull Ferens Art Gallery Emma James on Twitter Photo: Emma James with Rod, a fellow naturist Play Now Episode LXXXIV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An interview with Sarah Schrank, associate professor of history at California State University, Long Beach, about her article on the architecture of nudism. Her article is as much a history of the nudist/naturist movement and the way its ideas and how it is practiced have changed over time. Links to items mentioned in the show: Schrank, Sarah. “Naked Houses: The Architecture of Nudism and the Rethinking of the American Suburbs.” Journal of Urban History (2012): 0096144211434988. Photo: The Mason Family’s backyard from “The Private Life of a Nudist Family” in Nude Living Magazine #2, 1961. Play Now Episode LXXXIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An update about the future of the Naturist Living Show. And some reader comments! To summarize: The show will now benefits from the volunteer help of Sean Mitchell. There will be more regular episode although they may not be exactly on a monthly schedule. As well, we will limit the shows to a single topic which means that episodes may be shorter but more frequent. Links to items mentioned in the show: Course on Public Nudity at the University of Toronto Stéphane’s resignation from the INF Central Committee published by the Naturist Action Group Camping in Ontario – listing for Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park Disney Parks’ MagicBand system Episode 55 – Marketing naturism AEC Daily Inc. – continuing education for architect, engineers, interior designers, and other construction professionals Stéphane’s Linkedin profile Photo: Naturist Living Show host Stéphane Deschênes in his recording studio, April 2015. Play Now Episode LXXXII Note: this episode is correctly numbered but, with the publication of this episode, the last 4 episodes have been renumbered to be 78-81 because there were two episodes numbered 77. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An interview with Morley Schloss who tells us about Sunsport Gardens Family Naturist Resort. Recorded in February 2015 just before the start of the annual mid-winter naturist festival. Links to items mentioned in the show: Northeast Naturist Festival Empire Haven Nudist Park Episode 22, August 2010 – An interview with Morley Schloss The official INF definition of naturism: the official report and YNA’s article Sunsport Gardens Family Naturist Resort 2015 mid-Winter Naturist Festival at Sunsport Photo: Morley Schloss and Stéphane Deschênes at Sunsport Gardens Family Naturist Resort, February 10, 2015. Play Now Episode LXXXI Note: this episode was originally incorrectly identified as episode 80. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Each year, Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park needs to hire a number of people for the summer – more every year because of the park’s growth. At times, hiring the right people has been a challenge. We discuss the new and successful strategy used for the summer of 2015. Links to items mentioned in the show: Job page of Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park Photo: Front desk at Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park Play Now Episode LXXX Note: this episode is incorrectly identified as episode 79 in the audio. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discover the Tiki-Tomba group that brings fun, energy, talent and youth to the White Thorn Lodge Nude Volleyball Superbowl in Pennsylvania. Links to items mentioned in the show: Episode 77 – Volleyball Superbowl 45 at White Thorn Lodge Nude Volleyball Superbowl White Thorn Lodge Tiki-Tomba Twitter feed Photo: Tiki-Tomba banner Play Now Episode LXXIX Note: this episode is incorrectly identified as episode 78 in the audio. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We attend the 45th annual nude volleyball superbowl at White Thorn Lodge in Pennsylvania. Links to items mentioned in the show: White Thorn Lodge Episode 56 – Michele Rauter: A Pro Volleyball Player in the Naturist World Episode 4 – Nude Volleyball Photo: Aerial Photo of the main area and some of the volleyball courts at White Thorn Lodge during the Nude Volleyball Superbowl Play Now Episode LXXVIII Note: this episode is incorrectly identified as episode 77 in the audio. NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Lisa Brandt talks about her experience working at the Four Seasons Nudist Resort in the early 1980’s and The Naked Truth, the book she wrote about it. Plus Darren from Australia, Felicity from YNA and more… Links to items mentioned in the show: Petition for a clothing-optional beach on Tybee Island Bill Nesc’s recounts his experience at the Naked in the Gallery event on March 27th at THEMUSEUM in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada CTV News report of the Naked in the Gallery event Lisa Brandt’s website The Naked Truth on Amazon Episode 72, Interview with Hans and Lisa Stein Body Painting Day on Kickstarter Body Painting Day official website Young Naturist America YNA Photo: Cover of The Naked Truth by Lisa Brandt Play Now Episode LXXVII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

An interview with Virginia Eichhorn, the curator of Getting Naked, an exhibit of nude art from the Canadian Art Council Art Bank; most of which has never been publicly displayed because of society’s discomfort with nudity. Plus Felicity and more… Links to items mentioned in the show: The B.E.A.C.H.E.S. Foundation Institute Sunsport Garden Family Naturist Resort Cypress Cove Nudist Resort & Spa The American Nudist Research Library (ANRL) Episode 50 – Interview about ANRL Getting Naked exhibition at THEMUSEUM Canada Council for the Arts – Art Bank Nude Art Nude event – March 27, 2015 – 7pm to 10pm Young Naturist America YNA Photo: Porcelain sculpture titled “Parian” (2007) by Gregory James Payce from the Art Bank and featured in the Getting Naked exhibit at THEMUSEUM. If it does not seem like nude art, look closer at the negative space between the two sculptures. Play Now Episode LXXVI NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Manu Toigo talks about her experience on Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid show. Plus a review of The Naked Peacock, Felicity on beauty pageants, Michael in Australia and more… Links to items mentioned in the show: Beauty Pageant segment of The Naked Peacock film Felicity’s blog about nudist beauty pageants YNA and Andy Golub Launch Kickstarter For BodyPainting Day 2015 Young Naturist America YNA History of the bathing suit and nudism in Australia on all-nudist.com The Naked and Afraid TV show on Discovery Manu Toigo’s profile for Naked and Afraid Manu meets her partner, Russell, for the first time Manu’s battle with Dengue Fever Manu’s personal website Play Now Episode LXXV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

Serge Pavlovic from the Western Cape Naturist Association tells us about their big win in South Africa. Plus Felicity on Free The Nipple, Michael with a new Australia segment and reader comments. Links to items mentioned in the show: The Mexican Naturist Federation Young Naturist Association YNA The Free The Nipple movie Where to watch Fee The Nipple Western Cape Naturist Association Mpenjati Beach, South Africa Visiting South Africa  Australian Naturist News NudeyMan.com Petition for a nude beach at Alexandria Bay in Noosa National park, Australia Samurai Nude Beach Picnic Day (Coast and Valley Naturists) Sydney Skinny at Cobblers Beach Alexandria Bay Beach Carnival 2015 Pilwarren Maslin Beach Nude Games, South Australia Transcript from Michael’s Nudey News segment about Australia Australian Naturist Federation Photo:Mpenjati Beach, South Africa Play Now Episode LXXIV NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.

We discuss nude hiking with Richard Foley author of the book Naked Hiking. Plus Felicity and reader comments. Links to items mentioned on the show: Preview of the Naked Peacock film Young Naturist America YNA YNA articles on Bill Schroer: Beverly B. Price president of AANR Fired Bill Schroer – WTF?!?! AANR Nudist Clubs Ratings And Update On The Firing Of Bill Schroer Bill Schroer Goes On The Record About AANR The Naktiv Network Naked Hiking book by Richard Foley  Episode 45 on the negative health effects of clothing French study on bras causing breasts to sag Play now Episode LXXIII NOTE: Due to censorship rules, links only work on the main show website at naturistlivingshow.com.