Join host Helen Berriman, BN's Women's Officer, for a new episode of the podcast from British Naturism, dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in the Naturist community. Our podcast is created by women for women, although we warmly invite men to join us and listen as well.
In each episode, we delve into insightful conversations, exploring various aspects of Naturism through the lens of womens' experiences. Whether you are a seasoned Naturist, new to the way of life or just intrigued, we aim to educate and inspire. We highlight the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women in Naturism. Promoting body acceptance and self love, we explore how women across the planet have shed their clothes and freed up their minds, leading them toward a more fulfilling life in all areas; one that no longer keeps them restricted - emotionally, mentally, physically, and in all other ways.
In this powerful episode, Helen Berriman speaks to Louise Butcher — also known as The Topless Runner.
Breast cancer survivor Louise made the deeply personal choice to have a double mastectomy without reconstruction, despite immense pressure from society to conform to an ideal of how a woman “should” look. Through her courageous decision, and by running topless to challenge restrictive dress codes in sport, Louise has sparked vital conversations about body autonomy, gender equality, and the freedom to accept ourselves exactly as we are.
While Louise does not identify as a Naturist, her story resonates strongly with the values of body freedom, confidence, and advocacy at the heart of this podcast. Her resilience and determination to break down outdated norms align closely with the naturist philosophy of normalising all bodies and respecting everyone’s right to choose how they present themselves.
In Episode 20, Louise talks about her health anxiety, her cancer journey, and how not having breasts has made her question what it is people really see when they look at a topless woman. Her story is an inspiring reminder that body freedom takes many forms, and there is tremendous power in challenging social expectations.
Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts - launching today, Saturday 5 July
https://open.spotify.com/show/6HtAQzJKLzJenc3Jjm9W3O
https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d0d17b7b-51c3-4caa-b890-9c8355289c9f/women-in-focus
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-focus/id1717263257
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Y4MelgLcBpA89zbKw7m_UW3xT4_1WZ6
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