This week we're bringing you stories that consist of a leap of faith. 

Pulpit to Plinth: There's power in blood

In our first story Matthew recounts his journey from a youth of worshiping a terrifying and charismatic God to an adulthood worshiping glitter and revelry.

This story was told by Matthew van Roden.

That story was told by Matthew van Rodden as part of SPUN, a live storytelling night based in Darwin. To hear more head to www.spunstories.net

'Does my bum look big in this?'

If you needed to strip in front of your mates, could you do it? Casual nudity in female-identifying friendships is taboo and rooted in imposed societal expectations. This story is about the awkwardness and empowerment of learning to be vulnerable in front of your galpals – all while stark naked.

Produced by Millie Roberts.

The Supervising producer was Sara Mashman.

All The Best credits:

Production Manager: Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Manager: Mell Chun

Host: Madhuraa Prakash

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