Leaving a sure thing for the unknown is undoubtedly scary. These stories are about taking chances, and how going out on a limb can lead to a surprising, if unexpected pay-off.

Central Desert Enigma by Miks Everitt

Ali runs away from her old life in Melbourne to work in the Northern Territory, and unexpectedly finds a fresh start waiting for her in the heart of Australia.

Producer: Miks Everitt

Supervising Producer: Ryan Pemberton

How I unravelled my life by Alex Edmondson

On Alex’s 34th birthday, her career as a filmmaker was hanging by a thread, she was living with her parents and she was questioning her sexuality. Then she received the news that she was facing premature infertility.

Story by: Alex Edmondson

Alex originally told this story as part of SPUN Stories, a live storytelling event in Darwin, showcasing some of the extraordinary people and their stories that make up the Northern Territory. 

SPUN also has a podcast, just search for SPUN Stories wherever you get your podcasts.  

All The Best credits:

Production Manager: Danni Stewart

Editorial Manager: Mell Chun

Host: Helenna Barone-Peters 

Social Media Producers: Matilda Fay and Emma Pham 

Web Producer: Conor Hughes

Community and Events Coordinator: Lidiya Josifova 

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