<![CDATA[Planet Nude: Planet Nude Pod]]>https://www.planetnude.co/s/podcasthttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kSwJ!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7b5b5955-241d-401a-bc46-25304023872e_1000x1000.pngPlanet Nude: Planet Nude Podhttps://www.planetnude.co/s/podcastSubstackSat, 02 May 2026 01:21:42 GMT<![CDATA[The cost of staying]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/the-cost-of-stayinghttps://www.planetnude.co/p/the-cost-of-stayingFri, 13 Feb 2026 01:10:32 GMTA platform built on openness now faces a test of its own boundaries. As investigations reveal how extremist publications are monetized and amplified, creators are left to weigh something few independent publishers ever planned for: the reputational cost of the infrastructure beneath them. This is a story about speech, responsibility, and the fragile scaffolding that holds digital communities together. It unfolds as both warning and reckoning, asking what happens when neutrality becomes an active choice. 🪐

This episode is an audio reading of the Planet Nude article “An open letter to Substack.”

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What is Planet Nude Podcast?

Planet Nude Pod is a simple extension of the work Planet Nude does every day—articles read aloud, without commentary or spin, for listeners who’d rather take it in by ear. It’s the same reporting and reflection on nudity, culture, law, and history, just shifted into a different rhythm. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to keep up with Planet Nude on the road, between errands, or wherever listening fits more easily than reading.

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]]><![CDATA[Vermont redraws the line]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/vermont-redraws-the-linehttps://www.planetnude.co/p/vermont-redraws-the-lineWed, 11 Feb 2026 08:02:00 GMTFor decades, Vermont has stood apart for its unusually permissive approach to public nudity. A new bill in the state legislature would end that era. This episode tracks the introduction of House Bill H.683, which proposes a statewide criminal ban on public nudity, including on private property visible from public spaces. As local restrictions give way to a broader legal shift, the measure raises questions about civil liberties, local control, and how quickly long-standing norms can be rewritten through statutory language. 🪐

This episode is an audio reading of the Planet Nude article “Vermont lawmaker introduces bill to criminalize public nudity.”

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]]><![CDATA[When the lights go out at Olive Dell]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/when-the-lights-go-out-at-olive-dellhttps://www.planetnude.co/p/when-the-lights-go-out-at-olive-dellSun, 08 Feb 2026 08:03:02 GMTA long-running conflict at one of Southern California’s oldest nudist communities has taken a sharper turn. As residents of Olive Dell Ranch report electricity shutoffs affecting homes, medical devices, and basic utilities, a legal battle over clothing rules and tenant rights moves into more dangerous territory. This episode documents the latest developments in a dispute that blends housing law, disability access, and the slow unraveling of a historic naturist space—now headed toward a critical court date. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[When every body is on display]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/when-every-body-is-on-displayhttps://www.planetnude.co/p/when-every-body-is-on-displayFri, 06 Feb 2026 08:01:36 GMTNaturist spaces promise relief from judgment—but that promise can fray when unspoken standards creep in. This episode listens closely to how body positivity, despite its good intentions, can quietly reproduce pressure and exclusion, especially around weight and health. By centering body neutrality instead, the essay reframes nudity as an experiential practice rather than a visual one, asking what it really means to share space without appraisal when every body is visible. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Revisiting the sun-drenched nudist camp detective mystery]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/revisiting-the-sun-drenched-nudisthttps://www.planetnude.co/p/revisiting-the-sun-drenched-nudistThu, 05 Feb 2026 08:01:42 GMTA forgotten Virgil Tibbs novel drops the famously restrained detective into an unlikely setting: a Southern California nudist camp at the height of America’s mid-century nudist boom. In this episode of the Planet Nude podcast, we revisit The Cool Cottontail as both pulp mystery and cultural time capsule, following Tibbs through sun-bleached pools, polite prejudices, and a world imagined by an author who knew organized nudism from the inside. The result is a relaxed but revealing listen about race, respectability, and the strange places nudism has quietly surfaced in American popular fiction. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Naked kaiju women I've known]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/naked-kaiju-women-ive-known-efbhttps://www.planetnude.co/p/naked-kaiju-women-ive-known-efbWed, 04 Feb 2026 02:11:17 GMTBrett Marcella traces a curious pattern he’s noticed in recent comics, where women grow to kaiju size, shed their clothes, and find themselves at the center of both the action and the reaction that follows. Moving from mainstream titles to an indie standout, the article looks at how nudity shifts from a passing gag to a deliberate theme, touching on power, spectacle, public judgment, and what it means to stand exposed—literally and figuratively—while saving a city. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Friends of Denny Blaine intervenes in lawsuit seeking park closure]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/friends-of-denny-blaine-interveneshttps://www.planetnude.co/p/friends-of-denny-blaine-intervenesWed, 28 Jan 2026 08:02:38 GMTAs a lawsuit threatens the future of Seattle’s oldest clothing-optional beach, Friends of Denny Blaine is moving to intervene in the case, seeking a direct role in court to ensure that the voices of LGBTQ+ and clothing-optional park users are represented alongside the city’s defense. The move marks a shift in a long-running dispute over public space, nudity, and access at Denny Blaine Park as the legal fight continues into 2026. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Remembering Bruce Frendahl]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/remembering-bruce-frendahl-756https://www.planetnude.co/p/remembering-bruce-frendahl-756Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:01:48 GMTA tribute to Bruce Frendahl, a longtime Florida nudist organizer and advocate whose writing and leadership helped affirm that public nudity is lawful, nonsexual, and part of ordinary civic life. From free beach battles to civil liberties fights across the state, Frendahl spent decades challenging selective enforcement and moral panic with persistence, clarity, and care. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Court expands protection for naturism at Brazil’s Praia do Pinho]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/court-expands-protection-for-naturism-b96https://www.planetnude.co/p/court-expands-protection-for-naturism-b96Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:42:35 GMT

A Brazilian court has expanded legal protections for naturists at Praia do Pinho, issuing a collective safe-conduct order that blocks arrests for nonsexual nudity while a broader legal challenge plays out. The ruling reinforces earlier injunctions won by the Brazilian Naturist Federation and draws a clear line between municipal regulation and criminal law at the country’s first officially recognized naturist beach. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Breaking free from the social media trap ]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/breaking-free-from-the-social-media-097https://www.planetnude.co/p/breaking-free-from-the-social-media-097Sat, 25 Jan 2025 13:44:35 GMT

Social media’s censorship of naturist content continues to stifle body-positive messaging and community building. In this article by Evan Nicks, the case is made for returning to newsletters as the foundation of the naturist movement. Direct, sustainable, and free from algorithmic barriers, newsletters can help organizations reclaim their voice and grow authentic connections. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Rooster Rock State Park’s clothing-optional area remains protected after public advocacy]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/rooster-rock-state-parks-clothing-f29https://www.planetnude.co/p/rooster-rock-state-parks-clothing-f29Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:40:20 GMT

In a welcome win for the naturist community, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has withdrawn a proposed rule change that could have made it easier to alter the well-defined boundaries of the clothing-optional area at Rooster Rock State Park. The decision came during an online public hearing held on January 15, 2025, which saw robust participation from advocates and concerned citizens. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Act Super Naturally: A decade-long journey comes to life]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/act-super-naturally-a-decade-long-d5ahttps://www.planetnude.co/p/act-super-naturally-a-decade-long-d5aTue, 14 Jan 2025 22:25:40 GMT

In 2011, JP Riley’s Act Naturally introduced audiences to Bear Lake, a fictional nudist resort inherited by two estranged stepsisters. The film became a cult favorite among naturists, praised for its humor, heart, and authentic portrayal of nudism. Now, after over a decade, Riley is ready to unveil Act Super Naturally, a sequel that’s been as tumultuous behind the scenes as the fictional resort’s drama. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Wildfires and winds test Southern California naturists]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/wildfires-and-winds-test-southern-fd8https://www.planetnude.co/p/wildfires-and-winds-test-southern-fd8Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:48:11 GMT

Wildfires in Southern California, fueled by Santa Ana winds up to 100 mph, have caused massive destruction. Embers carried miles have ignited new fires, consuming over 35,000 acres and forcing 180,000 evacuations. Hard-hit areas include Altadena and Pacific Palisades, with power outages affecting nearly a million people. Insured losses may surpass $20 billion, making this potentially California's costliest wildfire disaster. Over 8,000 firefighters struggle against relentless winds, as neighborhoods turn to ash. Among those impacted is Southern California’s naturist community, demonstrating resilience and solidarity amid disruption, offering a poignant glimpse into the human toll of this catastrophe. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Global naturist movement unites to challenge social media censorship]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/global-naturist-movement-unites-to-a86https://www.planetnude.co/p/global-naturist-movement-unites-to-a86Thu, 09 Jan 2025 03:06:58 GMT

In an unprecedented global effort, naturist organizations and leaders from over forty countries have united to demand an end to the censorship of non-sexual nudity on social media. Spearheaded by the International Naturist Federation (INF-FNI), the open letter calls on platforms like Meta to reform their moderation policies. It has been sent directly to Meta and made public for other major tech firms, urging immediate action. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[A modesty proposal]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/a-modesty-proposal-bb7https://www.planetnude.co/p/a-modesty-proposal-bb7Wed, 01 Jan 2025 21:30:41 GMT

In a society that claims to value equality and justice, the double standard around bare chests remains a glaring contradiction. That women are policed, fined, and shamed for exposing their chests while men bare theirs with impunity is plainly discriminatory, rooted in outdated notions of morality. The human chest—two nipples and some fatty tissue—is fundamentally the same, yet we continue to treat them differently.

If decency is truly the goal, the unchecked male nipple must be addressed. Far from innocent, it has been fetishized in advertising, film, and fitness culture as a symbol of power and virility. The solution is obvious: regulate male toplessness with the same rigor imposed on women. Fairness demands nothing less. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Rooster Rock faces threat to nude beach boundaries]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/rooster-rock-faces-threat-to-nude-887https://www.planetnude.co/p/rooster-rock-faces-threat-to-nude-887Thu, 19 Dec 2024 18:54:02 GMT

Rooster Rock State Park, one of Oregon’s premier locations for naturists and home to the country’s first officially designated clothing-optional beach, faces a potential change in how its clothing-optional boundaries are defined. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has proposed a rule change that could pave the way for easier future reductions to the clothing-optional area.

The existing rule, part of Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 736-010-0065, specifies fixed geographic boundaries for the clothing-optional section of the park. These boundaries are currently tied to physical landmarks, such as the easternmost beach access stairway and the high-water mark of the Columbia River. The proposed change, however, would replace these fixed designations with boundaries determined by maps published on the OPRD website. This would allow adjustments to be made without requiring public hearings or formal processes. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[Sunnier Palms rebuilding after Hurricane Milton]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/sunnier-palms-rebuilding-after-hurricane-42chttps://www.planetnude.co/p/sunnier-palms-rebuilding-after-hurricane-42cWed, 18 Dec 2024 00:14:40 GMT

On October 10, 2024, Sunnier Palms Nudist Park and Campground in Fort Pierce, Florida, was devastated by a tornado spawned by Hurricane Milton. The storm left significant destruction in its wake, damaging homes, facilities, and infrastructure throughout the park. Now, just two months later, the community’s spirit and determination are driving a remarkable rebuilding effort. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[End of an era: River Island Nature Retreat transforms]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/end-of-an-era-river-island-nature-56ehttps://www.planetnude.co/p/end-of-an-era-river-island-nature-56eWed, 20 Nov 2024 05:41:27 GMT

River Island Nature Retreat, a cornerstone of Australia’s naturist community, has been sold, marking the end of its clothing-optional tradition. The 222-acre property, located in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, was purchased for just under $4.75 million AUD (approximately $3.1 million USD) by Sydney property developer Kurt Braune. The new owners plan to transform the retreat into a clothed, family-friendly holiday destination, officially closing the chapter on its nearly 40-year history as Australia’s “Nude Capital.”

The transition begins December 1, with upgrades including modern cabins, improved access roads, Wi-Fi enhancements, and the addition of a children’s playground. While the renovations aim to attract families and mainstream holidaymakers, they bring an end to one of Australia’s most prominent spaces for naturists. 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[The great social media migration]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/the-great-social-media-migration-1bdhttps://www.planetnude.co/p/the-great-social-media-migration-1bdWed, 20 Nov 2024 05:35:03 GMT

In recent weeks, social media has seen a significant shift in user behavior. Twitter, now rebranded as X, is hemorrhaging users amid growing dissatisfaction with its direction under Elon Musk. Racism and misinformation proliferate unchecked, and Musk’s leadership has further alienated users who are disillusioned by his openly political affiliations and authoritarian inclinations. For many, the tipping point came with Musk’s appointment to lead a federal agency, cementing his influence over government and technology alike. It’s not just a question of poor moderation—it’s about whether we should continue supporting platforms that empower oligarchs and compromise fundamental values.

Naturists, among others, are fleeing X for platforms like Bluesky, Threads, and Substack. Historically, Twitter was a unique digital space for naturists to share their values and build community. Its permissive policies on nudity allowed users to post images and ideas that aligned with their philosophy without fear of censorship. Now, as naturists migrate to alternatives, the question arises: are they missing a bigger opportunity to divest from social media altogether? 🪐

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]]><![CDATA[William Welby’s nudist trilogy]]>https://www.planetnude.co/p/william-welbys-nudist-trilogy-821https://www.planetnude.co/p/william-welbys-nudist-trilogy-821Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:52:53 GMT

William Welby was a quiet pioneer in the British naturist movement. With his ideas, he played a defining role in reframing nudism as a respectable, commonsense lifestyle. An advertising manager and writer in 1930s Britain, Welby approached naturism with a measured tone and structured arguments, packaging it as a logical, healthful way of living. Unlike some of his contemporaries, Welby’s advocacy was subtle and thoughtful, more akin to a careful suggestion than an impassioned plea. Through his three books—Naked and Unashamed, The Naked Truth about Nudism, and It’s Only Natural—Welby dismantled societal taboos around nudism, presenting it as a choice grounded in the simplicity of nature, health, and mental well-being. 🪐

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