THE NAKED DISCUSSION

1. What do you give a damn about?

The destruction of shame and the liberation of the sexual self through safe, sane and consensual kink. Shining a light on someone’s shadows and providing them with a container to explore themselves freely and without judgement.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

My own dungeon (and a personal lifetime supply of latex…?). Other business opportunities are in the mix but these are going to remain my submissive secret for now.

3. Where do you purchase your sex toys from?

I’m a sadist and love toys oriented with pain. Oxy-Shop is my favourite. Check out my linktr.ee for direct access and a discount code.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Yes Mistress: Why Men Crave BDSM, by Alicia Zadig

5. Can anyone book a session with you, and do you service couples or just singles?

I’m always open to new recruits for my slut tribe, but I don’t see just anyone… I am known for giving a highly professional and thorough service, and hold myself to a strict code of ethics. I will only see those who show respect to me and themselves.

I don’t currently have any couples on my books but would love to find my first in TN.W community.

6. What do people tend to get out of their sessions with you?

People see me for a few reasons:

- To escape the pressure of a high stress job of constant expectations on them to perform, make decisions, and be the boss—CEOs / leaders / natural alphas. All they want to do, for a brief period of time, is relinquish control. They crave that release of control..being required only to listen and follow instructions, obey commands.

- Others have kinks that have been shamed into deeply insecure perversions. Not only do I accept them as their kinky selves, but I love that part of them. It turns me on. For some people, this is the first time they feel truly seen. It can be the most profound experience imaginable.

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Alchemising pain into pleasure, and shame into freedom. Seeing the look of relaxation and liberation when a sub finishes a session and comes back down to earth.

8. For those looking to dip their toe into the world of BDSM, where do you suggest they start?

Fetlife is a great source of information and community, and is well used in New Zealand. Educate yourself on basic protocol and etiquette. Attending a local BDSM event, even just to observe, is a good place to start.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Psychology and the lifelong impact of shame on the human psyche.

10. Have you been pleasantly surprised by the growing popularity of BDSM in New Zealand, or do you think public awareness and understanding of available experiences is still evolving?

I think we are seeing a global shift in popular culture (ie. latex fashion featuring in  mainstream brands and events, shows like Bonding streaming on Netflix, etc), and New Zealand is catching up. But BDSM is still largely misunderstood and seen as taboo. People still perceive submission as weakness, when in fact submission is the ultimate strength. When you are brave enough to fully submit and give yourself to someone else (possibly a stranger), that is when you demonstrate the most mana, the most courage. It’s the most empowering thing you can do for yourself.

When those we perceive as conservative feel they can openly discuss seeing a professional dominatrix, we’ll know we are making progress.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

I have a strange urge to start knitting. Call it a desire to acquire a healthy and vanilla use for my hands.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

The Naked World has created an environment where people can be safe to push the boundaries of their comfort, expand their curiosity, and be received with care. It is only through stepping into the uncomfortable that we truly discover courage. What could be more empowering than that?!

⚫️ Mistress Sade will be performing an interactive sadist experience at 11pm for those attending Playsure on Friday 16th May 2025.

1. What do you give a damn about?

Authenticity. I really give a damn about what it takes to achieve a goal, and appreciating people without putting judgement on their journey to finding who they are.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

· Working on my land up north.

· Finding paid work that I'd happily do for free.

· And kids. Creating a family.

3. What scares you the most?

Not being free.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Everything that resonates with them.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Lots of jobs. I'd find a way to turn my passions into work.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Loving. Fun. Wild.

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Animals. Women. Laughter. Nature. And having enough time to myself.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Give more time to the ones you love. Spend more time with my dad.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Aliens.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

To be happy in my own skin.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

My hobby is my job on the boats: fishing, diving, plus bush walking.

Archery is the hobby I'd like to take up — to be able to focus and hit the bulls' eye... then bow hunting.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

Freedom. Liberation. TN.W aligns with my morals and belief that you can be comfortable with who you are - being comfortable in your own skin is really important for me. I don't think it's normal what's society has told us to do, clothing wise.

⚫️ David Smart co-hosts Naked In The Trees alongside the festival organiser and director of The Naked World, Lisa McMillan.

Naked In The Trees · 14—16 Feb 2025 · Taumarunui, NZ

www.nakedinthetrees.co.nz

1. What do you give a damn about?

Love, beauty, deeeeep and authentic connection. I'm a true romantic at heart and feel this calling to bring romance back into my life more and guide others into more romance-filled ways of being. Into relationships, into sex, into our personal expression, into all aspects of life.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

This new business/community/education platform called The Holistic Sexologist. It really is an accumulation of many years as a Somatic Therapist & Holistic Practitioner, as well as my work in the field of sexuality (plus some deliciously sexy and expansive personal experiences). I am so excited to offer a taboo-free space for people to explore deeper connection and more profound intimacy.

3. What scares you the most?

Stagnation! My internal and external worlds not being in states of growth.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

My podcasts! Sex With My Ex—a sexual wellness podcast which I co-host with my high school ex-boyfriend who I'm still friends with (I'm Kitty 😻). And The Wisdom of Womanhood podcast.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Fuck 🤣

And probably master a skill, like learning an instrument or picking up French again.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Vivacious. Courageous. Loving.

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Authentic, open, reciprocal conversations about life, live and the nature of the Universe.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

That this deep pain and confusion will pass in time. That she is SO much stronger than she even knows yet. That there is so much love waiting for her in the future. And that not everyone deserves her body.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Business! I’d become highly financially literate and develop the skills needed to effectively leverage time and money in an ever-changing world.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

That it's OK to completely reinvent yourself and your life. Nothing needs to be permanent.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

I'm excited to get back into Shibari in 2025. I used to have regular sessions with my rigger incorporating suspension with brilliant photos/video footage. We've got some plans for outdoor sessions and I have some fun shoot ideas.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

That it holds such a wonderful judgment-free space with so much potential for people to experience liberation, unfiltered authentic expression and an opportunity to explore sexuality and interconnectedness through a curious lens. The other major attraction is the element of PLAY!! As adults we often forget to play and The Naked World offers such a luscious avenue for play in ALL the ways.

⚫️ Choiwee will be running 'The Energetics of Intimacy' workshop at Naked In The Trees.

Naked In The Trees · 14—16 Feb 2025 · Taumarunui, NZ

www.nakedinthetrees.co.nz

1. What do you give a damn about?

Tattooing. It’s my entire life, as I wake up I’m thinking about the day’s tattoo, and I go to sleep thinking about the next one. Tattooing has changed my life insurmountably, without it I definitely would not be where I am today, and the only way I can give back to it is by truly giving a damn about it. Also, my cat is pretty damn special. He deserves more damns than the world can give.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

I’m currently planning to visit Taiwan and Berlin for work, and to soak up some culture with the alt scenes in those places. I also recently started a series of sculptures that I want to work up into a grand crescendo of patina bronze greatness.

3. What scares you the most?

Weirdly, the infinite greatness of the universe. The idea of just falling into infinite nothingness, a tiny speck of dust that existed for the briefest instant in time. I used to have grand fantasies of going to space, or to the bottom of the Mariana Trench, but now the concept of such an abyss is terrifying to me. I wonder what changed.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

The song “Muuntautuja”, by Finnish band Oranssi Pazuzu. I’ve been listening to this on repeat since it dropped, a track that begins its journey in trip hop territory, before slowly building up to layered and distorted cacophony of dark psychedelia. It certainly won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s my shot of whiskey.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Sculpt! I would sculpt so much. So much of my waking hours get dedicated to tattooing that other artistic endeavours are mostly left to starve. Also, I’d finally get around to watching Susperia. In fact, I often resent having to sleep at all.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Cheery · Headstrong · Hungry

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Creating. Getting stuck into a new creative project and succumbing to a bout of mania is intoxicating. Also, finally killing a boss in Elden Ring goes pretty hard too.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

I’d tell myself to ignore the small town societal expectations of masculinity and get the hell out into the world. Also, you won’t understand it because it’s non-existent internet money, but buy forty bucks worth of Bitcoin and sell it for millions down the line.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Can I only choose one thing? I’d be an expert marble sculptor. One of my least favourite things about NZ is that the towns are mostly devoid of any art or individuality. I’d like to fill them with sculptures.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

That, no matter how much books and movies tell us otherwise, you won’t be able to decipher someone’s last words because they were death-rattled into your bad ear. So we should take the time to listen while we still can.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Piano. I’m not good at it, and I don’t do it nearly enough, but I like to sit and compose little songs and looping passages.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

Curiosity, counter culture, and community.

⚫️ Hoko will be tattooing at Naked In The Trees alongside Ava Mae Jordan @avamae_tattoo at Naked In The Trees from 14—16 Feb 2025: www.nakedinthetrees.co.nz

 Benthamism (Ben-tham-ism), noun:

               1. The greatest happiness of the greatest number may be the ultimate goal of society, the individual and the dance.

               2. Beats, Bass & Good Music.

               3. Encompassing dance.

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1. What do you give a damn about?

Good quality funk and everyone having a great time.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

The long and short term dream is to be in the music industry full-time, with a solid home base and studio space.

3. What scares you the most?

Well it really come down skyrocketing interest rates and mortgages.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Whatever makes them feel something — if you like it, it’s good. Explore outside the box.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Music!!

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Playful - Kind - Direct

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Playing for a crowd; absorbing the synchronicity of their rising energy, lifting the entire floor to ecstasy.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

You have plenty of time, enjoy every moment.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Piano, I use key to produce music but to be fluent in piano would be pretty handy.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

Nothing — if you look up "It's Nothing, Nothing, Nothing" by Moojiji I sometimes use this at the start of my sets. Got it from my Dad.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Rock Climbing was a hobby in my youth and it would be great to be back into, outdoor or indoor.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

Party people.

⚫️ Benthamism will DJ at Undie Party {Halloween} on Saturday 2nd November 🎃 

1. What do you give a damn about?

I'm passionate about fostering meaningful connections, soaking up life’s simple moments, and guarding my peace like it’s the last slice of pizza.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

Oh my, got a few in store. From opening a creative space in Auckland then exporting the model abroad — to sailing around the world and sharing the adventure with my crew and the new friends I meet along the way.

3. What scares you the most?

Waking up one day and realising I haven’t squeezed every drop out of life. The idea of being at the exact same spot, professionally and/or mentally, years on terrifies me. Oh, and being in the pitch dark still gives me the heebie-jeebies! Silly right?

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Their gut feelings — your intuition’s better than you think.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Maaan sleep is a goodie though! Well, I’d probs master some new skills, start making music that would have the neighbours complaining, for example.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Ambitious, devoted, and curious.

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Diving into the challenges that keep life spicy. Learning and sharing. The ocean.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Dare. Always take the leap, trust and love yourself, and most importantly: everything - good or bad - eventually passes, it’s all going to be fine.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Is ‘expert at learning how to master anything’ allowed? Imagine the possibilities!

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

You can’t expect different outcomes if you keep hitting replay on the same actions.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Music music music. And start writing again.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

It’s layered and raw. A safe space and a playground to expand your comfort zone. A place where you can peel back and simply be you. It’s energising, thrilling, and crowded with adventurous and creative humans. I always get out of there feeling empowered, like I’ve just unlocked a new superpower.

⚫️ France will be the general event photographer this Friday at the Undie Party {Sugar Rush}  🍭 !! 

1. What do you give a damn about?

For people to feel more empowered every day to do small things for themselves and the environment.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

More travel, more adventures… and getting to Naked In The Trees, either in 2025 or 2026.

3. What scares you the most?

We’re pretty chilled these days, it’s the best thing about getting older.  

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Beethoven’s 5th. Proof of how impactful this symphony was is that is was sent into space in 1977 by NASA on their Voyager 1 and 2 space probes. The 'Golden Record’ NASA created included a collection of sounds, music and images to represent planet Earth in the hopes it would find intelligent life.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Mum: Longer walks to see the natural world. And maybe another degree.

Dad: Party!!

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Adventurous, considerate, devoted

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Dad: New ideas / trying something new.

Mum: Theatre and any one theatrical.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Get out more and go with the flow. Say yes to as much as you can. If you have an idea, just do it and exhaust every avenue.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Mum: Genetics — I’m fascinated by how delicate we are.

Dad: Mechanical Engineering — I love getting into the nitty gritty of how things work.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

Mum: Saving money and perseverance. My mother taught me to believe in myself.

Dad: Support, family is key. Whether they’re blood or friends, being able to rely on others is everything.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Mum: I want get back into painting. Also love the piano — I was recently sent an app that helps you learn to play.

Dad: I’m a projects guy. I get a great kick out of designing something, building it, then enjoying it. I always have at least one project on the go.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

The fun, the energy, the creativity. Meeting such a diversity of people is exhilarating. 

1. What do you give a damn about?

I give a huge damn about creating spaces, art, and opportunities that push the boundaries of human experiences. I chase after the ability to warp, mould and dissolve feelings and sensations through art.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

In the near pipeline, the dream is a national and international tour of 'The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave' presenting it in unconventional spaces such as libraries and old railway stations. Further down the line, the dream is a new radical dance work exploring the collision of Christian ideologies and queer abundance. A visually textual and musically blinding work that will unearth personal storytelling.

3. What scares you the most?

A lack of purpose. And not necessarily purpose on a large scale, like 'how am I going to change the world', but purpose in 'how am I going to show up to the world today'. Like the purpose behind choosing which wine to bring to a dinner party. Or the purpose of how you choose to sign off an email. I often think these smaller choices speak to who I am as a person, and fill my life with purpose in moments when it can feel empty.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Ooo, I am obviously really into my techno at the moment, and if you enjoy listening to that then I recommend acid house for a more dynamic and playful experience. But I really recommend the epic music of Boy Harsher, who makes hauntingly beautiful tunes that transport you to the star-of-a-music video feeling.

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

If I didn't have to sleep I would really hope to spend that time doing some of the basic human things I often sacrifice for work. Indulging in friendships longer, taking more time to prepare food, and journeying to new places within our city for example. But I would most likely do all that during the day and shift the work load to night.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Humorous, Indecisive, Ambitious

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

I re-energise socially, so any communal hangout, partying, or collaborating can energise me to endure my private time. I also love seeing innovative and excellence-pursuing artwork, which often acts as a space of learning for me which is energising.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Don't waste time regretting or searching for mistakes. Life is long and time is expansive. There will always be time to shift, change, and learn.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Ooo, I think food. I love the idea of being able to share kai as a way to exchange with people. I would love to be a pro in the kitchen and share love through a medium so far removed from dance.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

Money skills. Well frankly, how to be sparing and frugal. As a freelancer, the income can be erratic and low, and having a sense of economical spending drilled into me has blessed me with the ability to pursue dance.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Sadly my hobby has amalgamated with my career. I guess the other hobby I have is interior design. I love curating spaces informed by design and function, and find it a nice respite from my dance-focused career.

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

I love the haven The Naked World creates. It fosters boldness, rawness, and colourfulness through a safe and conscious lens. It enables a trueness in people to be explored for the night. The events are an embodiment of excellence; a true celebration of music, dancing, skin, and people.

⚫️ Oli leads the trio of dancers that performed the Undie Party version of "The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave" at the Undie Party {Animalistic} on Fri 24 May 2024. Watch out for announcements of their sequel show from @oli_sen @lucyannabellynch and @sharvon_mortimer 💥 

1. What do you give a damn about?

 Fair compensation and equal opportunities for artists; the negative impact of fast fashion; and advocating for female, neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ rights and empowerment.

 2. What dream is in the pipeline?

 I recently signed my first record deal, so I’m preparing to release an EP in collaboration with Miss B later this year!
 

3. What scares you the most?  

My greatest fear lies in the prospect of being perceived as unoriginal. As an artist, I constantly strive to infuse my work with originality, to push the boundaries of my creativity and to innovate in my artistic style. This fear means I constantly challenge myself, experiment with new ideas, and seek unconventional sources of inspiration. 
 

4. What should everyone be listening to?

While I typically avoid prescribing actions to others, I firmly believe in the therapeutic and somewhat romantic power of childhood nostalgia in music. This guides my DJ sets, where I strive to craft an experience that entertains while touching listeners' emotions and memories, fostering a space where the inner child is let out to play. 
 

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?  

OMG if I could fit anything more into my busy schedule, I would add in more time in nature - the beach more specifically. To paint more, design more costumes and to rest more. 
 

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

 Electric, authentic, driven.

 
7. What energises you and brings you excitement?  

Op shopping, raving, collaborating on art projects with incredible people where it just clicks. 
 

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

 It’s ok to ask for help, and get an ADHD diagnosis ASAP. 
 

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

 Music production and sound engineering. 
 

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?  

Only boring people get bored. 
 

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?  

Surfing, which I hardly ever get to do! I would like to take up a musical instrument, such as the harp. 
 

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

 Freedom of expression to be beautiful, bold and courageous in a society where we are conditioned to fit in and be small.

⚫️ Patsy Skeet will DJ downstairs at the Undie Party {Animalistic} on Fri 24 May 2024.

1. What do you give a damn about?

Seeing our beautiful native timbers respected rather than thrown into landfill.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

Growing Medusa into a viable business with more toys, collaborations, great people and fun ideas. Events / Parties / Helicopters / Medusa in space!

3. What scares you the most?

Missing the chance to appreciate all the blessings and opportunities we're given.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Their hearts. Oh, music? I'm the worst person to ask. *continues making paddles to 90's rock*

6. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Well, *wink, wink.* … OK really, I'd probably read more.

7. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Marvellous. Gorgeous. Dashing.

8. What energises you and brings you excitement?

My tūī friend serenading my morning coffee on the deck means it's gonna be a good day.

9. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Throw $10 at that new thing bitcoin and don't get hitched so young.

10. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

This is a tricky one! I'd love to say languages, then cancel normal life and travel the world forever.  But being an expert craftsman would be pure joy.

11. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

Life is too short to go too fast. Slow down!

12. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

I love being in the workshop and making things with my hands, but because I'm basic I've also taken up bouldering.

16. What attracts you to The Naked World?

Beautiful people having fun is a beautiful time. The honest chats that come about when you're half clothed are yum too.

⚫️ Medusa Paddles will be running a stall at Avowal on Sat 20th April. 

1. What do you give a damn about?

I'm all about being a kind soul, lending a hand, making the most out of this human experience on earth, and making positive change.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

Right now, it's all about dropping my EP and diving into the next one. I'm dreaming of a full-time music journey, learning and getting more creative with each project, acquiring new skills, and hitting the road to share my music around the globe.

3. What scares you the most?

The thought of being complacent terrifies me. Staying in a comfort zone, growing old, and looking back with regrets about not pushing harder to achieve my dreams is my biggest fear.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

It's a no-brainer—ARDON ENGLAND, of course. Silly question!

5. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

I'd be writing music, crafting creative music videos, spending more quality time with friends and family, and, of course, dancing my heart out.

6. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Bold, Creative, Unapologetic

7. What energises you and brings you excitement?

My work, especially when I know I've helped someone boost their confidence. Also, my music—it's not just a passion it's pure excitement, especially when I'm performing.

8. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Keep going, even when it feels tough. Trust your gut, it's your guiding light. Embrace the hard times as sources of strength and inspiration. Being different and not always fitting in is your superpower. Gratitude is your constant companion, and remember, you're destined for extraordinary things.

9. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Music production. I'd love to master the art of producing my own music, from start to finish.

10. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

The power of honesty. Be completely honest with yourself and others. Speaking your mind is okay, even if not everyone likes it. Stand up for yourself and what you believe in—always.

11. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

I've dabbled in a bit of everything, but boxing is a favourite. Another fight is on the horizon. Pole dancing has always intrigued me, and while I tried to get into reading this year, it seems it's not my thing!

12. What attracts you to The Naked World?

The Naked World is unparalleled in NZ. It's a haven for expression, incredibly diverse and inclusive. Truly extraordinary. Some of my best nights and experiences in NZ nightlife have happened there!

⚫️ Ardon England is performing tonight at the Undie Party {Magnetism} at 1am downstairs.

1. What do you give a damn about?

New experiences and seeing what life has to offer, but more importantly I try my best at bringing joy and happiness to people around me while being true to myself and others.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

My long term vision shifts depending on what’s driving me. Overall my dream is to be able to go where I want, when I want, and to take the people I care about with me… if they’re down for the adventure.

3. What scares you the most?

My freedom being taken away.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

Whatever makes them feel! I’ve recently been digging back into 90's and 00's classics: The Prodigy, Moby, Fatboy Slim, Aphex Twin, Groove Armada. Those artists’ discographies just don't age while exploring new genres over the years.

6. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Didn't have to? I would still sleep, sleeping is so nice, getting warm and comfy under a heavy duvet, cuddling with a loved one and putting the brain on rest mode. It's heaven on earth.

On the other hand, if I couldn't sleep, I would use that time for the 100's of hobbies I put aside due to a lack of free time in my schedule.

7. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Curious, independent, creative.

8. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Learning and making. When I itch something that tickles my interest it's like crack; my brain goes into hyper-focus mode, it fills me with joy and I can spend all day and night doing/thinking about it, skipping food, shower, sleep. Literally like crack.

9. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

You shouldn't care so much about what people think of you. Follow your passions, follow your heart and just live your life the way you want.

10. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

I don't think I would like to instantly become an expert in any subject, I love the process of learning and progressing too much.

11. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

My grandfather used to repeat this saying quite a bit, it goes something like: "Seize the offer when it knocks; it's easier to reconsider than to reclaim what's declined."

12. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

Photography, even tho it's now slowly becoming a full time job, it is still my main hobby and keeps my brain busy every hour of the day. I really wish I could find time to get back into music production, learn a bit more about DJing, do more programming, pen plotting, 3D, drawing, painting, hiking, diving...

16. What attracts you to The Naked World?

The Naked World has marked a turning point in my life. Magnetism last year was my first Undie Party, and my first professional photo gig. I learnt a lot that night.

I learnt to be comfortable in my skin. I learnt that there is no shame in bodies, everyone is different and it's what makes us beautiful.

For a very long time I was very self-conscious. I had to really force myself to attend the Undie Party but I don't have any regrets. The minute I removed my extra layer of clothing and realised everyone around me was on the same level, all my concerns washed away and I got to enjoy a very freeing experience.

That night also gave me confidence in my photography skills, I got so much lovely feedback, it really boosted my confidence.

Last but not least, I have met incredible people, people that I think will be lifelong friends. Every event I get to know the crowd a bit more and always make beautiful and meaningful connections.

⚫️ ASKIPAR is photographing at the Undie Party {Magnetism} on Friday 1st March 2024 from 11pm to 2am, in the area opposite the main bar.

Please note that if you are photographed by ASKIPAR in this space, you are consenting to your photography potentially being included in Google Drive folder of images that will be sent out to attendees of the event the following Sunday. 

1. What do you give a damn about?

Making people feel comfortable to be themselves, and exercising curiosity.

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

Well, I’ve handed my notice into work to pursue my dream of studying Audio production to learn sound design. I’m pretty nervous but equally excited to nerd out.

3. What scares you the most?

Losing music and the ability to share my passion with others.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

I’m loving some old albums at the moment, such as Nero’s “Welcome to Reality” and The Bloody Beetroots “Romborama” However, everyone needs to check out anything by Lowdown — he’s Australian and a complete vibe.

6. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

Start producing music again and focusing on starting an event brand.

7. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Curious, caring and sometimes chaotic. Ryan’s three C’s.

8. What energises you and brings you excitement?

Honestly, it’s music! Music has always been a big part of my life. Right from the Ministry of Sound CDs that my father blasted in his car, although he wasn’t the one always turning it up. I am so energised by sharing my passion with others.

9. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Keep going! You will get there, take your time and take care of yourself. You will grow into the man you want to be. You’ll live out your dreams.

10. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

Creating events. I have this dream to put on an event like Elrow (Amnesia) in Ibiza. Those parties are absolutely insane!

11. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

My family is the one I make, it’s not defined by blood.

12. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

My hobby at the moment is cooking. I love creating new flavours and mixing cuisines.

16. What attracts you to The Naked World?

My god! The first time I walked into this party I felt like I was at home. It’s honestly the best party I have been to. Everyone is just themselves without care and it’s beautiful to see what you have created. So thank you so much for creating such a great atmosphere and environment for everyone.

⚫️ Ryan Borne is performing at the Undie Party {Sheer Ball} on Friday 19th January 2024 at 2:30am.

It’s not often I write blog a post, but I heard someone say “optimise your life for freedom” and had to share how I approach this mentality in my day to day life. Personally, I believe this attitude allows for all sorts of spontaneous exploration because of regularly being in a state of preparedness. 

In general, having autonomy over your time, financial security and a solid support network are ideal foundations, but there are lots of small ways to set oneself up to facilitate efficiency in our day to day lives. 

The ways in which I optimise my life for freedom are as follows:

• My makeup is laid out on a shelf so I don’t need to find each piece in a bag. 

• I declutter my wardrobe with pieces I’m unlikely to use again.

• I live a 5 minute walk from my gym; firstly because walking is way nicer than driving, but also to avoid the hinderance of the drive becoming an excuse not to go.

• I develop guidelines and processes around my work.

• I review all written communication and restructure it for further clarity. The extra effort will save you time in the future.

• I keep multiple notes on my phone of thoughts and ideas, and review these regularly. 

Buy more time for life and live it fitting as much novelty in as you can… it’s how we extend our lives, our knowledge and our understanding of others. 

1. What do you give a damn about?

At the moment I give a damn about a ceasefire in Palestine. 

2. What dream is in the pipeline?

Growing my brands: Church (Queer gig) and Rio Funk (Brazilian gig) with merchandise, new acts, bigger production, a summer festival, international DJs + more.

3. What scares you the most?

I'm the oldest daughter in my family. I have two younger siblings living in Brazil. I'm scared of something happening to a close family member and not being there quickly enough.

4. What should everyone be listening to?

I'm in love with Peggy Gou at the moment. She is perfect.

6. If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time?

I would: 

1- Live off the grid and use the extra time to commute to work (I still need to be in the city for regular gigs)  

2- Do more of what I already do: more hobbies, more dogs. etc.

3- Study and learn new skills.

7. What 3 adjectives describe you most?

Caring, honest, grounded.  

8. What energises you and brings you excitement?

My everyday life. I like being home with my dogs. I give a lot of value to the little things in life. Warm cup of coffee in the morning listening to some old vinyl. Watering the plants. Sun on my skin. Regular ocean swims. All the things someone retired would be into. hahaha

9. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Growing up in Brazil gave me a mentality of scarcity. Life is hard, success doesn't come easy. We learn to think that if someone else is successful/happy/loved that means there is less for me. A win-lose rather than a win-win mentality. I wish young me knew sooner that's not the case. Love shared is multiplied, not divided.

10. If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?

I would like to be a multi-instrumentalist expert. Pass me a banjo!

11. What's one thing your family taught you that completely changed your life?

My family has taught me so much. I have learnt to love and care for others. I learnt to love plants and gardening. I learnt how to DJ and that life is short. And to always say “I love you” when you have the chance.

12. What’s your hobby or what type of hobby would you like to take up?

My favourite hobby is to be a hobby enthusiast! Brazilian Jiujitsu, kickboxing, drums, surfing, chess, skateboarding, pottery, gardening, the list goes on. I'm not necessarily good at anything but I do enjoy it all. My latest hobby was winter ocean swims. My hobbies change often, depending on mood and season.

16. What attracts you to The Naked World?

I think the amount of care from the organisers and partygoers to deliver a safe space for all.

Where everyone can be their authentic self. People seem to be very kind and open minded.

I'm looking forward to meeting new people and making new friends at the Undie Party {Sheer Ball}.

⚫️ DJ Majorie Sinclair is performing at the Undie Party {Sheer Ball} on Friday 19th January 2024 at 1am.

HOW DID YOU BECOME A DJ?

I didn’t really choose the DJ life, it chose me... after my love of the dance floor in the late 90s, I was lured to the other side of the booth. I started my DJ career on-air running early morning radio shows. Fast forward 22 years and here we are. I still love the dance floor as much as I love creating it.

WHAT CHALLENGES HAVE YOU FACED?

I think one of the biggest challenges of being a full time DJ is the fine line between ‘getting involved’ and staying alive. It’s the only job in the world where you’re actively encouraged to fully join the party. Late nights & free drinks can certainly take their toll, so saying no (it doesn’t always happen) and looking after yourself are key elements to survival.

WHAT’S BEEN YOUR TNW HIGHLIGHT SO FAR?

My wife & I attended the very first Undie Party up on K’ Rd, which was brilliant. But seeing the amazing space that is Everybody’s transformed for the last one was a game changer. It’s one of the most beautiful rooms in Auckland, and seeing it full of beautiful party people of all shapes and sizes having a great time was most excellent. I can’t wait to see how everyone scrubs down this Saturday.

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SAY TO THE NAKED COMMUNITY?

I think first and foremost the TNW community need to know that they are an epic collection of humans; the vibe in the room is so positive and empowering that it’s an absolute pleasure to provide a soundtrack to a crew like this.

SoundCloud | Instagram @msweetpants

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR MUSIC?

I play an infusion of Techno, House, Minimal and Indie. I love using vocals from all kinds of music and layering it onto big thundering basslines to create energetic and uplifting sounds that flirt with the dark and weird.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TUNE AT THE MOMENT?

Lately I love Anfisa Letyago. Her music is incredible. @anfisaletyago

HOW DO YOU PERCEIVE CREATIVITY WITHIN YOUR AREA OF EXPERTISE?

For me it’s really important to create a journey in my sets. I need the music to change and love throwing a few surprises in when remixing original rave anthems.

WHAT DO YOU RECKON TNW IS ABOUT?

A celebration of the freedom to express individuality in a safe space with a healthy dose of glitter and nudity, haha.

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SAY TO THE NAKED COMMUNITY?

So excited to get to meet all you incredible humans and it’s going to be an absolute honour to play music for you.

Read the full article here: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/spy-inside-new-zealands-naked-party-scene-more-accepted-and-normalised/WU2K2EV6ARDELPHH3RRZ7RQHHU/

The Naked World was initially called The Naked Dinner, which launched in Auckland in February 2019. The dinner parties invited guests to change into just an apron, which they could remove whenever and however they liked. The events sold out every three weeks, so after a four month stint abroad I launched the Undie Party which brought the same desired outcome to a larger audience. The new line of events called for a rebrand, resulting in The Naked World, which now umbrellas a range of events and happenings.

The brand ethos isn’t actually birthed from the body, it’s from the mind. Before starting the brand I used to get terrible social anxiety at dinner parties, even with my closest friends. At one stage I thought to myself, ‘this is ridiculous, I can sit in a black hole for an hour without saying a word’. Then the trick public speakers use to overcome their fear sprung to mind: imagine the audience naked… well, what if everyone at the table was naked? From there this social experiment of levelling the mental playing field for attendees became an ongoing theme, later looking at gender, age, sexual orientation and now fetishes.

Types of Events

The Naked World now runs four types of events: the Undie Party which hosts 500 guests at Everybody’s under set themes, including Sugar Rush, Sheer Ball, Halloween, and Magnetism. The dress code is an interpretation of underwear in relation to the event’s theme. Guests are entertained from start to finish with the climax being a big performance around 1am — I’m very excited for the Halloween party on Friday 3rd November as Hannah Tasker-Poland is performing who is simply extraordinary. If you saw her one woman show, The Most Naked at Q Theatre, you witnessed a significant piece of art.

In March 2023, ran The Naked World’s first festival called Naked In The Trees. The intimate affair with 350 attendees was a beautiful three day weekend of music and workshops. NITT became an adults' playground with a swimming pool, sauna, iced plunge pools, showers that ran straight off the tree trunks, a tattoo parlour, and much more. The workshops covered a wide variety of topics including non-monogamy, edging, massage, sound healing, breathwork, nutrition, yoga to liquid drum and bass, and again much more. The festival also introduced a play space for sexual exploration into The Naked World. We are currently waiting for confirmation of new land to host 1,000 attendees from 8-10 March 2024. Stay tuned.  

AVOWAL, which launches in April 2024, will be The Naked World’s first sex party. Certainly the most ambitious event to date, the night will aim to not only keep attendees on their toes from start to finish, but also offer spaces for education. The event plan is set to give guests a fanciful ride — from a range of sex furniture and sex positive art to a stellar DJ lineup, renowned sexologists, a masseuse, stalls for toys, a private area for photoshoots, and a small army of welcoming staff.

Finally we circle back to the origins of the brand with The Naked Dinner, which now runs once a year as a kind of Christmas dinner on the first Friday of December. Last year the dinner hosted 115 guests in a decked out warehouse lit by projections of a specifically shot film, a pink fluffy floor, and chocolate moose lips and vulvas for dessert. Hannah Tasker-Poland did a drop-dead gorgeous, eye-opening performance involving gold rain bathing her naked body as she body-popped to stomach churning beats. It was mesmerising. The crowd roared at the end.

Photography

We have photographers at all the events in some capacity, but it is up to attendees if they want their night captured or not. For example, at the Undie Party we have one general photographer who you can avoid by taking a pink wristband at the eventrance, and a portrait photographer that sticks to our themed photo booth (the only way to see these photos is by attending the party as they’re sent out in high res to ticket holders the following day).

In advance of AVOWAL, guests will be able to book a private photography session for up to 8 people. This will be as explicit as they like, and for that reason these sessions will not be bookable on the night to ensure participants have thought through their consent for the others involved to own such vulnerable content of them.

At the festival and The Naked Dinner our photographers ask for individual consent before taking each shot.

My rule when posting is that I would be happy if it were me in the picture.

Values & Consent

Attendees for all The Naked World events come in all shapes, sizes, genders and ages over 18. Each event has its own set of rules and all guests go through a consent team to ensure they clearly understand what those are. An open mind, welcoming demeanour and kind approach are necessities for all events — we ask guests to be conscious of vocabulary and to say hello to anyone that looks lost or in need of something.

The two core values of The Naked World are curiosity and creativity. The main aim of these events is to give patrons such a buzz that they carry the confidence they build at an event through to the boardroom. The level of attendees' creativity is wild. I’m always so impressed by the skill and imagination that goes into each outfit. For Magnetism one girl turned up as a fridge — brilliant! 

Unwrapped

The location of events, outside of the Undie Party, is kept quiet to assist in keeping the peace as we don’t sell tickets on the door. To date we have had almost no issues at all with guests and I’d like to keep it that way.

For those that are new to The Naked World, I encourage you to exercise curiosity, keep an open mind and step into the unknown. You are best off starting with an Undie Party and working your way up from there. We will have an AVOWAL information desk at the Halloween Undie Party on November 3rd for those keen on our wildest concoction. To get an idea on outfits, check out our PAST EVENT PHOTOS and follow  @thenaked.world on Instagram.

Ngā mihi maioha

Lisa 🍒