Episode 24: Cole
Get ready to dive into enlightening conversations with Jack & Susan on their latest podcast episode featuring Cole.
In our 24th episode, Susan and Jack sit down with Cole, a transgender man who grew up in South Dakota and navigated the complexities of coming out to his family while in college. Now an adult, Cole shares why he chose to stay in the state, the challenges of being a trans man in the workplace, and how recent legislative actions and the current administration are making it harder to sustain his career.
A quick note: After recording, we discovered an issue with Susan’s microphone, so her audio may sound different than usual. We appreciate your understanding!
Listen to this episode at Becoming Visible: Trans Stories or anywhere you listen to podcasts.
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Hosts: Jack Fonder & Susan Williams
Producer: Susan Williams
Audio Engineer: Cheese
Graphic Design: Carly Schultz
Music: Niklas Peters
Niklas is a musician, artist, and organizer based in occupied Očhéthi Šakówiŋ land. They are a founding member of the South Dakota Women and Trans Musicians Network. When they are not creating music or art, Niklas can be found hiking or camping, walking their dog, or enjoying a meal with friends. They work as a Campaign Coordinator for Clean, Renewable Energy for the Western Organization of Resource Councils. (Website - Instagram)
