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This special bonus episode release of Super SUS brings you the devastating and harrowing case of Sam Nordquist, a young transgender man whose life was marked by kindness and hope but ended in unimaginable terror. Sam left Minnesota to pursue a relationship with someone he trusted, only to find himself in a nightmare he couldn’t escape.
Over the course of this episode, we explore the chain of events that led to Sam’s death—including the disturbing details of his captivity and the shocking failures of the systems that should have intervened. Seven people played a role in Sam’s suffering, but the implications of this case go far beyond individual culpability. It reveals a darker truth about the hatred and neglect faced by the transgender community every day.
We hope this episode challenges and motivates you. Maybe it leads to having some difficult but necessary conversations. Maybe it pushes you to support organizations that are fighting for justice. Maybe it reminds you to be a safe space for someone who needs it. Whatever it is, we’re glad you’re here with us, and we’re asking you to be part of the work.
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By Ande Breunig & Amethyst Cannady4.7
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This special bonus episode release of Super SUS brings you the devastating and harrowing case of Sam Nordquist, a young transgender man whose life was marked by kindness and hope but ended in unimaginable terror. Sam left Minnesota to pursue a relationship with someone he trusted, only to find himself in a nightmare he couldn’t escape.
Over the course of this episode, we explore the chain of events that led to Sam’s death—including the disturbing details of his captivity and the shocking failures of the systems that should have intervened. Seven people played a role in Sam’s suffering, but the implications of this case go far beyond individual culpability. It reveals a darker truth about the hatred and neglect faced by the transgender community every day.
We hope this episode challenges and motivates you. Maybe it leads to having some difficult but necessary conversations. Maybe it pushes you to support organizations that are fighting for justice. Maybe it reminds you to be a safe space for someone who needs it. Whatever it is, we’re glad you’re here with us, and we’re asking you to be part of the work.
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If you or someone you know needs support, the following resources are here for you:
Support the show

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