As sauna culture starts to take off, Suzanne Hill discusses the benefits of the tradition with Nikita Miltiadou, president of the Australian Sauna Association.
Sauna culture is having a moment in Australia. What was once a niche pastime is drawing growing interest, and with it, fresh conversation about the long tradition of the sauna and the wellbeing that so many attribute to it.
On ABC Radio's Nightlife, Suzanne Hill spoke with Nikita Miltiadou, president of the Australian Sauna Association, about why the practice is catching on and what draws people to the heat.
Listen on ABC Radio: Nightlife on saunas.
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