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Growing Up Aspen
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A book about Aspen going through its biggest changes from a backstage pint-sized view.
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There’s a quiet strength that rises when a community decides to carry a song together, passing the hat not for profit, but for purpose, and that’s where "Flaming Justice" is planting its roots.

Kickstarter Project:
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#anthemsofresistance #MusicForTheMovement
December 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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At Happy Trails Animation, our exploration into AI-assisted projects feels less like a tech pivot and more like a natural evolution of the way we’ve always worked, blending hand-crafted style, storytelling, and experimentation.
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#ArtIsResistance #SpeakOutNow
10 Music Videos: Flaming Justice
Songs for a Country at the Crossroads
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December 19, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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We’re making Flaming Justice songs like open-sky battle hymns, meant to wake hearts, lift voices, and remind America who we are before the quiet shadows take hold.

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#WearTheCause #music #StandForHumanRights #VoicesForJustice #MusicForChange #SongsOfFreedom #HumanityFirst
Rise Up and Roar by Flaming Justice
YouTube video by The Flame
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December 15, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Dear Corporate Executives: Don’t let Obamacare laps or the real battle will be at your door.

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#corporation #brand #marketing #CEO #humanity #CivilWar #fight #insurance #executive #financial #medical #obamacare
The Real American Civil War: Rich vs. Poor in the Age of MAGA Madness
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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December 12, 2025 at 4:14 AM
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A politically inspired QR code interactive music video shirt about the power of the people

Holiday Sale $13 Tees + Everything On Sale!
Prices as marked. $13 price applies to select styles.
Ends 12/11 at 10 AM PM CST.
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#AnthemsOfAction #tshirt
December 6, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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A rising collective of artists, filmmakers, musicians, writers can still shake the walls of power.
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#LearnFromHistory #ProtectDemocracy #TruthOverExtremism
#DefendTheFuture #HistoryMatters #StandAgainstHate
#UnitedForJustice #NeverAgainIsNow #CourageInCommunity
Orange Mirage by Flaming Justice
YouTube video by The Flame
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December 2, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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A rising collective of artists, filmmakers, musicians, writers can still shake the walls of power.
open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

#LearnFromHistory #ProtectDemocracy #TruthOverExtremism
#DefendTheFuture #HistoryMatters #StandAgainstHate
#UnitedForJustice #NeverAgainIsNow #CourageInCommunity
Learning From History to Protect Our Future
Inspired by John Denver
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December 2, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson. Trying to find ways to inspire influencers of today by some of the originals…before the computer.

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#influencer #MarjorieTaylorGreene
Greene’s Chance to Reshape History
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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November 26, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson. Trying to find ways to inspire influencers of today by some of the originals…before the computer. open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

#shirts #influencers #change #inspire
Flaming Justice Revives Meaning in Influencer Culture
A new voice of inspiration
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November 15, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Growing up in a town where the entertainment industry comes to get away sure does give you some interesting perspective.

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#Aspen #entertainment #Movies #film #shorts #animation #growingupaspen #hollywood #series #streaming #story
Aspen Kids Talk Shop
Students of the industry... Podcast
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November 11, 2025 at 5:51 AM
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Check out these cool interactive call to action shirts. As the county comes to a halt is time to write your congressmen.

These shirts make for fun conversations.
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The full selection of shirts and issues!

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November 8, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Check out these cool interactive call to action shirts. As the county comes to a halt is time to write your congressmen.

These shirts make for fun conversations.
open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

The full selection of shirts and issues!

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November 7, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Check out these cool interactive call to action shirts. As the county comes to a halt is time to write your congressmen.

These shirts make for fun conversations.
open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

The full selection of shirts and issues!

happytrailsanimation.threadless.com/collections/...
November 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Animated short films that launched career's!

#animation #films #career #shortfilms #filmfestival #stories #creativity #growingupaspen

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Short Films That Launched Careers - YouTube
These are a collection of animated films that started some pretty great careers. These may not be their first film but the film that set the wheels in motion...
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November 5, 2025 at 7:50 AM
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Check out these cool interactive call to action shirts. As the county comes to a halt is time to write your congressmen.

These shirts make for fun conversations and a great way to make a difference in just a few seconds.

The full selection of shirts and issues!
www.threadless.com/@AndyCollen
October 21, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson.
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#propaganda #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #HunterSThompson #care #farmers #subsidies #payoff #Americans #manipulation #brand #branding
Movie Review: Sunglasses for the Soul
inspired by Hunter S. Thompson & John Carpenter
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October 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson.
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#Comey #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #HunterSThompson #care #law #laws #payoff #blackmail #Americans #courts #brand #branding
Fighting Back Against Harassment
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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October 18, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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Wear the Change - classic old Aspen protest shirts!

No Kings March! October 18th

The full QR code activated article:
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$13.95 Tees + up to 35%

Ends 10/21 at 5 PM CDT.

Great early holiday gifts!

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#tshirts #politics #protest
Politics, Power, and Betrayal
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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October 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson.
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#Tariff #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #JohnDenver #care #farmers #subsidies #payoff #buyvotes #Americans #soybeans #brand #branding
Heartland Left in the Dust
Inspired by John Denver
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October 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson. We all know how Hunter felt about Nixon…double that sentiment for Trump.
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#Tariff #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #HunterSThompson
State AGs vs. The Tariff Hustle
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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October 3, 2025 at 6:19 AM
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The honest truth... please!

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Military Mocked By Moral Clowns
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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October 1, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Check out these cool interactive call to action shirts. As the county comes to a halt is time to write your congressmen.

These shirts make for fun conversations and a great way to make a difference in just a few seconds.

The full selection of shirts and issues!
www.threadless.com/@AndyCollen
September 30, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Brand Matters!

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Protecting Rights Protects Businesses
inspired by John Denver
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September 30, 2025 at 6:03 AM
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The full QR code activated article:
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LIMITED TIME $13 Tees Slash Sale
Sale prices as marked. $13 price applies to select styles.
Ends 9/29 at 5 PM CT.

Great early holiday gifts!

The full collection:
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#tshirts #tshirtdesign #protest
Fear and Loathing in the Courtroom
Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson
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September 26, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Perspective:

This article explores how Jaws reimagines Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea, transforming its quiet battle of endurance into a thrilling, cautionary tale of obsession and man’s struggle against nature.

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#survival #moviereview #movie #human #struggle
Jaws and Hemingway: The Same Battle
A movie review
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August 4, 2025 at 4:25 PM