BAREFACED STORIES
BAREFACED STORIES
REFRESHINGLY HONEST. BOLD. AND BRUTALLY FRANK. You wouldn't believe what happens in a state that's four times the size of Texas but with less than 3 million people rattling around in it. All that space, where no-one can hear you scream, or laugh, or cry. Shit happens here (with a very Australian accent). Barefaced Stories are the true stories told by people raised under a chroma blue sky, on powd…Social links:
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Jessica Brooke: Oiled and Pumped
Jessica Brooke steps into the world of bodybuilding at 19, trading her sneakers for heels and embarking on a journey of discipline, strength, and self-discovery. A story of transformation—where intense workouts sculpt her body but also test her limits, pushing her to the brink. Recorded live at Ba…
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Cody Cameron-Brown: Sweet Choc Bomb O' Mine
Cody Cameron-Brown, works at Luna Cinema and has crafted thousands of Perth’s finest choc bombs. One day, out of nowhere, Guns 'n Roses strolls in. More than a surprise — it's a dive into the past. Cody lands face to face with his younger self, the music that defined him and one of the greatest …
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Steve Rodgers: Trust Fall
Steve Rodgers is the the kind of guy you root for: earnest, eager, and with a cheeky genuine grin. He lands a role alongside Hugo Weaving - yes, the Hugo Weaving. And in an open rehearsal for the media the cast begin doing trust falls. You know, that exercise where your partner catches you? Steve'…
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Georgina Beyer: World's First Transgender Mayor
We pay tribute to a true trailblazer, Georgina Beyer, whose legacy stretches far beyond the beautiful mountains of New Zealand. 🇳🇿 Georgina Beyer, a figure of courage and resilience, made history as the world's first openly transgender mayor. Her journey was not without its hard yakka, but her s…
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Ben Sutton: Becoming Fintan Goolan
Ben Sutton's leap into the role of Fintan Goolan wasn't just an acting gig—it brought him face-to-face with a horse named Warrior. Recorded live at Barefaced Stories, the theme of the night was A Spot of Bother. NEXT SHOW: Celebrity & Stardom, 28 Mar BOOK HERE Barefaced Stories are told live onst…
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Alexandra Geneve: Good Morning Sovereign
Our skin is the largest organ of our bodies. And, as Alexandra Geneve reflects, it is also the largest witness to the lives we lead. This story was told at Barefaced Stories in Perth, the theme of the night was TURNING POINTS, November 26, 2020. NEXT SHOW: Celebrity & Stardom, 28 Mar BOOK HERE B…
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Cheyne Pearce: Man vs. The Man
Cheyne Pearce is on the cusp of securing a once-in-a-lifetime mobile phone deal when, mysteriously, the call with the telco salesman drops. Upon redialing, Cheyne discovers, to his disbelief, that the incredible deal has “vanished”. Refusing to take 'no' for an answer, Cheyne embarks on a telephon…
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Tiffany Moffat: Tree Sitter
Armed with tins of food, wet wipes, and magazines, Tiffany Moffat's not your average camper. Her adventure? A tree sit in the Beelier Wetlands, living on a precarious platform to halt road construction, where every day is a tussle with the police and the thrill of potential arrest. This gripping an…
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William Gammel: Tackle Power
William Gammel's workplace was one of Australia's largest warehouse stores – a place famed for weekend sausage sizzles and trolley-riding dogs. Here, amidst aisles of bargains, Will faced a different challenge: shoplifters as common as discounted garden soil. But Will stood out – not just any empl…
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Shane Hodge: The Cost of the Grind
Back in 2014, Shane Hodge seemed to have it all: a spot in the top 10% of earners, a loving family, and a marathon under his belt. But beneath this facade of success, his life was quietly unraveling. Shane's tale isn't just a story of hustle; it's a revealing look at the toll of workplace burnout, …
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