Naked Age honors women who changed history
Spotlighting nine trailblazers of naturism and body freedom
Since the beginning, Naked Age has been about telling the stories of women who challenged expectations and reshaped the conversation around nudity and body freedom. Whether it’s Women’s History Month or not, these stories matter. But since it is Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate them by revisiting some of the remarkable women featured on the podcast.
The next episode of Naked Age, coming out tomorrow, continues the tradition with the story of Dr. Vian Aziz, a woman who defied repression, embraced naturism, and found liberation on her own terms.
All of the women in these episodes pushed boundaries, took risks, and rewrote the rules. History will remember them because they gave it no choice. 🚀
1. Vian’s Revolution
Dr. Vian Aziz was raised in Iraq under a system that controlled women’s bodies and choices. For years, she lived within those restrictions—until she didn’t. In just the past two years, Vian has undergone a profound personal revolution—breaking free from oppression, embracing naturism, and reclaiming her autonomy. In this episode, she shares how naturism became an essential part of her liberation.
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2. I Married a Nudist Camp
This episode delves into the lives of Jeannette and Zelda Suplee, two pioneering women in American nudism who were the successive "first ladies" of Pennsylvania's Sunny Rest Lodge. Jeannette played a foundational role in establishing the lodge, while Zelda became an influential advocate for nudism and a pioneer in gender studies. Their unique contributions significantly impacted the public perception of nudism and left a lasting legacy.
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3. Wilma and The Neo Naturists
In the early ‘80s, Wilma Johnson, alongside Christine and Jennifer Binnie, founded The Neo Naturists, a performance art collective that used their bodies as living canvases. Their provocative performances in London's club scene challenged conventional notions of art and nudity, blending body paint, ritualistic actions, and everyday life to confront societal norms. Their work intersected with feminist and art movements of the time, and after four decades, they are finally receiving the recognition they deserve.
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4. The Mother and Father of Haulover
Shirley Mason, alongside her husband Richard, pioneered the U.S. beach movement by establishing a legal nude beach at Florida’s Haulover Beach in 1993. Their bold actions set a precedent for the creation of other clothing-optional beaches across the country, promoting body freedom and acceptance.
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5. The Most Liberated Woman in America
Barbara Williamson, often hailed as "The Most Liberated Woman in America," was a trailblazer of the sexual revolution. In 1969, alongside her husband John, she co-founded the Sandstone Retreat in California's Topanga Canyon—a 15-acre enclave promoting open sexuality and personal freedom. The retreat attracted a diverse membership, including notable figures like Daniel Ellsberg and Betty Dodson, and became emblematic of the era's countercultural movements.
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6. Faces of Canadian Nudism
Petra Scheller was a driving force in uniting Canadian naturists and bringing the movement into public life. As a founder of the Federation of Canadian Naturists (FCN), she crisscrossed the country rallying support, secured media coverage that put naturism in the national conversation, and even took the fight to Parliament. Her influence extended globally as Vice President of the International Naturist Federation, where she pushed for greater visibility and advocacy. Decades later, her impact still shapes the movement.
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7. Transgender Woman Extraordinaire
Marie Willa Bobo-Smith is a transgender nudist whose topfree activism and public nudism make her a trailblazer for trans visibility. Her courageous efforts have challenged traditional gender norms within the naturist community, promoting inclusivity and acceptance for all.
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8. Lora of Lupin
Lora Boswell, a lifelong nudist and former owner of California's Lupin Lodge, offers a unique perspective on nudity. Her dedication to promoting body acceptance and creating safe spaces for naturists has made significant contributions to the community.
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9. Morley the Magnificent
You might be thinking, wait, isn’t this episode about a man? It is—but it also highlights the pivotal role of Mary Lou Schloss in the topfree movement. In 1986, she and six other women, the “Topfree Seven,” challenged New York’s topless laws. Their activism led to a landmark 1992 court ruling that secured women's right to be topless in public, a major victory for gender equality.
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These episodes of Naked Age celebrate the fearless women who defied expectations and reshaped the world of naturism. Their stories remind us that history isn’t just something we remember—it’s something we continue to create. 🪐
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