Weekly Wrap: Sep 14

This week on Planet Nude: East Germany's socialist nudism, nudism in Nigeria, and how a nudist community in California is coping with loss. Plus new Strips!

Sep 14, 2024

Welcome to another Weekly Wrap. This week, we explored East Germany’s socialist nudism and how freikörperkultur (FKK) became a symbol of equality and body freedom under socialism. We also covered the heart-wrenching first part of a series on the tragedy at Olive Dell Ranch, examined the challenges of practicing nudism in Nigeria, and gave an update on the Olive Dell Ranch murder case. And as always, we released brand-new webcomics on Strips for your enjoyment.

Read on to catch up on the stories from this week on Planet Nude! 🚀

This week on Planet Nude 🪐

‘FKK in der DDR’: East Germany’s socialist nudism

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Sep 9

‘FKK in der DDR’: East Germany’s socialist nudism

In this compelling article, Curtis Atkins unpacks the surprising rise of state-supported nudism in East Germany. He explores how freikörperkultur (FKK) became a symbol of equality and body freedom under socialism, merging with the political ideals of the German Democratic Republic. Atkins takes readers through the unique cultural evolution of FKK, revealing how the East German government embraced nudism as a counter to capitalist exploitation of the body. A fascinating look at how political ideology intertwined with naturism in a way few might expect.

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Olive Dell Ranch: Making sense of the senseless

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Sep 13

Olive Dell Ranch: Making sense of the senseless

In this deep dive, Evan Nicks explores the heart-wrenching tragedy that has shaken the close-knit Olive Dell Ranch community. Part one of this series examines the lives of Stephanie and Daniel Menard, whose sudden and violent deaths have left their friends and neighbors grappling with grief and unanswered questions. With tensions already high due to management changes and legal battles, the tragedy has only deepened the divides. Through intimate interviews and careful reporting, Nicks reveals the complex emotions at play as the community searches for healing.

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Olive Dell Ranch: Making sense of the senseless

Olive Dell Ranch: Making sense of the senseless

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Sep 14

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Nudism and identity in Nigeria

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Sep 12

Nudism and identity in Nigeria

In this eye-opening piece, Nahna James shares insights from their groundbreaking study on the challenges and triumphs of practicing nudism in Nigeria. The article explores how Nigerian nudists navigate a society steeped in tradition, modesty, and cultural norms that often clash with the principles of body freedom. Through personal stories and interviews, James sheds light on how individuals within this secretive community are redefining body image, challenging stigma, and advocating for greater acceptance. This article provides a thoughtful and nuanced look at a little-discussed aspect of Nigerian identity and culture.

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Sparks pleads not guilty in Olive Dell Ranch murders

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Sep 9

Sparks pleads not guilty in Olive Dell Ranch murders

Michael Royce Sparks has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his neighbors, Daniel and Stephanie Menard, at Olive Dell Ranch. Sparks, 62, remains held without bail after the court’s decision. The community continues to mourn the loss of the beloved couple as the case moves forward with the next hearing in October.

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Podcasts this week 🎧

New Nudist Podcast: Naked Dan

Scott Cline and Evan Nicks

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Sep 13

New Nudist Podcast: Naked Dan

In episode 37 of New Nudist Podcast, Evan sits down with Dan Hawkins, a passionate advocate for nudism, live from the 93rd annual AANR convention at Shangri La Ranch in Arizona. Dan has been an art model for over 40 years, is an author of naturist-themed fiction under the pseudonym D.H. Jonathan, and was recently elected as the new president of AANR Southwest. We explore his journey as someone who is “nude inclined” and his contributions to the naturist movement on multiple fronts.

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Women in Focus with Anne Nisbet

Women in Focus with Anne Nisbet

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Sep 7

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This week on Strips 🚀

Asada & Mischa

“Do Drawings Have Genders?”

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Brett Marcus Cook

Asada & Mischa: Do Drawings Have Genders? The Asada and Mischa. Asada is a red, horned monster, while Mischa is a human-like figure with unusual hands. The comic explores themes of identity and perception through their playful and thought-provoking dialogue. Panel 1: A guy in a red hat asks Asada, "Are you a boy or a girl?" Asada, grinning widely with sharp teeth, responds, "Neither. I'm a monster!" Panel 2: The guy in the red hat looks at Mischa and says, "What about you? I can't tell what you are..." Mischa, appearing contemplative, responds, "Oh, I think I'm human? But I might be an alien... I do have weird hands..." Panel 3: Asada, looking at Mischa, says, "You look humanoid to me, Mischa." The guy in the red hat, frustrated, lifts his hat in exasperation, yelling, "That's not what I meant! What gender are you two?!" Panel 4: Asada and Mischa burst out laughing. Asada shouts, "Oh, we're just drawings!" Mischa adds, "And so are you!" The guy in the red hat, overwhelmed, clutches his head in disbelief, his eyes crossed and hat falling off. — Click for fullscreen

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Asada & Mischa

Asada & Mischa

Brett Marcus Cook

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Sep 7

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Nudie Cutie Comics

“Noblese Oblige”

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Zaftig Pink

Two very snooty looking couples are meeting ion a nude beach on the French Rivera. All for are totally nude. In the one couple, the woman holds a small, pampered dog under her arm and the man is smoking a cigar and holding a glass of whiskey. The other man has a nearly trimmed mustache and is holding a walking stick, his wife has large teeth and and long, narrow face, making them look like stereotypical members of the British aristocracy. The woman holding the dog is speaking. The caption reads “These days one so rarely encounters the sort of person who was born nude!” — Click for fullscreen

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Nudie Cutie Comics

Nudie Cutie Comics

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Sep 10

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That’s a wrap

That officially wraps up this week! Join us next Saturday for more insights and stories from the week ahead. 🪐

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