S6: A Brief History of Nudism

The Secret Life of Canada

Leah and Falen take a (fully clothed) deep dive into the history of nudism in Canada. They learn the origins behind the naturist movement which includes a love of the outdoors, embracing nudity in a non-sexual way and most importantly, the use of a towel when sitting down. So, when did it all start here, who were the members of the clubs and what happened when someone got ...visibly aroused? We have all the answers in this brief history of nudism.

*Content warning: this episode contains sexual content and adult themes which may not be suitable for younger listeners.

Recommended companion episodes:

Eugenics in Canada

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