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We turn to the truth this week, celebrating the art of live storytelling in Belfast.

The journalist Paul Doran and poet P谩draig 脫 Tuama launched Tenx9 as a small monthly gathering, in the front room of the Black Box, in Belfast鈥檚 Cathedral Quarter.

The event has now expanded to 15 cities, and festivals, around the world, and selected stories have featured in the 麻豆社 Radio Ulster series, Tell Tales, which is presented by Kathy Clugston.

Kathy introduces her favourite story, which recalls a young couple鈥檚 memorable night in a Parisian bistro. The other tales from the Tenx9 archives cover friendship and fear during The Troubles, a work appraisal that led to award-winning acceptance, a secret pregnancy, and a young band鈥檚 compelling live debut.

Paul and P谩draig also share a few storytelling tips and reflect upon the power of stories to promote healing and understanding.

Made for Radio 4 Extra.