EP. 17 – Brotherhood Without Masks with Northman

Hiking without a stitch · Jun 25, 2026 · 59m · transcript

In this episode, I sit down with Northman to talk about his journey into naturism and how it evolved into a lifestyle centered around brotherhood, vulnerability, and community. From his first experiences with social nudity to leading men’s retreats and nude hiking groups, Northman shares the lessons he’s learned about masculinity, friendship, and what it means to show up without the masks we often wear in everyday life.

We also explore the differences between naturist culture in North America and Australia, what really happens at nude hikes and retreats, the importance of creating healthy and…