Sam Pape

Sam Pape

Sam Pape is a freelance journalist and born-and-raised Portlander. They cover arts and culture, with an eye for all things weird and nerdy. When they’re not writing, you can probably find them playing Magic: The Gathering or attending a sweaty screamo show. Follow them on Twitter at @slamfate.

Recent Articles

Basic Rights Oregon Wants You to Think About Fostering Queer Youth

A virtual event, put on with the help of Unicorn Solutions and ODHS, offers a no-pressure introduction to affirming care.

Just in Time for Pride, a Popular Portland Gay Bar Reopens

Iconic queer nightlife spot Local Lounge is reborn as Back 2 Earth—a much needed win for Portland’s gay bar scene.

Theater & Performance Jun 27 12:00 PM

You Don’t Have to Be Drunk to Love Drunk Herstory

Creator and host Shandi Evans says the comedy drag night's first sober storyteller told "hands down the most insane story we've ever done."

Queer Guide 2023 Jun 26 3:58 AM

You Don’t Have to Be Drunk to Love Drunk Herstory

Creator and host Shandi Evans says the comedy drag night's first sober storyteller told "hands down the most insane story we've ever done."

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LGBTQIA+ Jun 19 3:00 PM

Basic Rights Oregon Wants You to Think About Fostering LGBTQ+ Youth

A virtual event, put on with the help of Unicorn Solutions and ODHS, offers a no-pressure introduction to affirming care.

Comic Books Apr 7 3:30 PM

Graphic Novel Review: Mimosa Shows Friends Fucking Up and Figuring It Out

Comics artist Archie Bongiovanni says Tin House took a comic narrative about 30-something queer friendship seriously.

Comedy Apr 3 10:49 AM

Warning: Seeing Comedy Duo Girl God Might Kill You

Worth it, though! The absurdist trans comedy duo returns to Portland on April 4.

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