Blaze Bernstein was a bright, charismatic college student with a passion for writing, a sharp wit, and a future full of promise. But in January 2018, what began as a visit home to Southern California ended in tragedy when Blaze disappeared after meeting up with a former high school classmate. Days later, his body was discovered in a shallow grave—and the investigation quickly took a dark and disturbing turn.In this episode we explore the heartbreaking murder of Blaze Bernstein, the twisted motives behind the crime, and the questions about hate, identity, and justice that still echo today.
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of violent hate crimes and murder. Listener discretion is advised.