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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Inherit the Wind, viewed through today’s lens, feels strikingly current as debates over science, trust, and fear of the future repeat themselves in modern controversies around advanced technologies like mRNA and CRISPR. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #faith #science #future #court #law #nature

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A Telluride Film Festival Tribute: Cinema’s Lesson on Truth and Freedom

A courtroom drama from the past that still argues urgently with the present.

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

In a world that feels loud with anger and thin on hope, supporting projects like Flaming Justice is a small way to help bring music to the conversation. Kickstarter Project www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla... Songs so far we need your help to create more! youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Flaming Justice - YouTube

A rising collective of artists, filmmakers, musicians, writers, and designers is banding together to build an organization rooted in the simple but electrify...

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Congress, how many more lives have to be lost before we listen to what the land and the people are telling us? Defunding ICE youtu.be/_hpd3CPNPOY?... #ICE #federal #government #congress #America #calltoaction #bethechange #life #murder #badge #freedom #hope

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American Martyrs by Flaming Justice

YouTube video by The Flame

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

$14 Tees + Everything Else On Sale! Prices as marked. $14 price applies to select styles. Ends 1/29 at 5 PM CST. The shirt: happytrailsanimation.threadless.com/designs/canc... #shirt #tshirt #trump #government

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

We need to call on everyday Americans to reclaim their power in a moment when trust in government and institutions has worn thin, arguing that real change comes not just from Congress but from citizens using their voices, votes, and wallets to demand accountability. open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

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Can Congress Show Courage and Outrun Fear This Time?

Inspired by John Denver

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

While major studios obsess over mergers and balance sheets, a rare opening has emerged for real creative leadership from the artists they once depended on. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #Movie #film #Hollywood #finance #CBS #NBC #sponsor #theaters #story #storyteller #studio #CEO #Netflix

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Artists Must Reclaim the Future of Movies

A new world order!

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

New Kickstarter Project: Flaming Justice Music Videos There’s something old and honest about people gathering together, shoulder to shoulder, lifting their voices not in anger but in hope, and that’s where a band like Flaming Justice. The Project: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla... #music #film

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

US corporations better start thinking about what's happening on the street. The world is watching how they stand up and defend their brand, employees and customers! A caring brand matters! open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #ICE #Corporations #brand #marketing #financial #investors #CEO

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A Brand Worth Keeping Honest

Inspired by John Denver

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

New Kickstarter Project: Flaming Justice Music Videos In times like these, when the noise can feel louder than the truth and people feel scattered instead of together, it matters deeply to support projects like the Flaming Justice music videos. The Project: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla...

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

n times like these, when the country feels pulled apart at every seam, the wisest investment we can make is in projects that gently, stubbornly bring people back together. Kickstarter project: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla... #CreativeRevolution #FutureOfMedia #CreatorsUnite #fund #peace

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

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: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla... #anthemsofresistance #MusicForTheMovement

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

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. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla... #ArtIsResistance #SpeakOutNow

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10 Music Videos: Flaming Justice

Songs for a Country at the Crossroads

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

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. youtu.be/irGrj_BaGUA?... #WearTheCause #music #StandForHumanRights #VoicesForJustice #MusicForChange #SongsOfFreedom #HumanityFirst

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Rise Up and Roar by Flaming Justice

YouTube video by The Flame

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

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. happytrailsanimation.threadless.com/designs/rise... #AnthemsOfAction #tshirt

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

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... #influencer #MarjorieTaylorGreene

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Greene’s Chance to Reshape History

Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

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Flaming Justice Revives Meaning in Influencer Culture

A new voice of inspiration

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Growing up in a town where the entertainment industry comes to get away sure does give you some interesting perspective. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #Aspen #entertainment #Movies #film #shorts #animation #growingupaspen #hollywood #series #streaming #story

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Aspen Kids Talk Shop

Students of the industry... Podcast

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

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/...

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

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

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #Comey #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #HunterSThompson #care #law #laws #payoff #blackmail #Americans #courts #brand #branding

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Fighting Back Against Harassment

Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Wear the Change - classic old Aspen protest shirts! No Kings March! October 18th The full QR code activated article: open.substack.com/pub/growingu... $13.95 Tees + up to 35% Ends 10/21 at 5 PM CDT. Great early holiday gifts! www.threadless.com/@AndyCollen #tshirts #politics #protest

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Politics, Power, and Betrayal

Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

I grew up in Aspen during the 70s-80s. The influential parents of my time there ranged from John Denver to Hunter S. Thompson. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #Tariff #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #JohnDenver #care #farmers #subsidies #payoff #buyvotes #Americans #soybeans #brand #branding

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Heartland Left in the Dust

Inspired by John Denver

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

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. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #Tariff #AttorneyGenerals #BeTheChange #HunterSThompson

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State AGs vs. The Tariff Hustle

Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

The full QR code activated article: open.substack.com/pub/growingu... 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: www.threadless.com/@AndyCollen #tshirts #tshirtdesign #protest

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Fear and Loathing in the Courtroom

Inspired by Hunter S. Thompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

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. open.substack.com/pub/growingu... #survival #moviereview #movie #human #struggle

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Jaws and Hemingway: The Same Battle

A movie review

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

A voice from the past talking about the present to inspire a better future. open.substack.com/pub/growingu...

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Changing the System Starts With Us

Inspired by John Denver

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Need an escape? Then listen to a special podcast about kids that grew up in Aspen and are now in the film industry. The book Growing Up Aspen - Movie chat (Family created during projects) YouTube youtu.be/BEVM09N4kDU?... #reunion #career #films #filmcommunity #movies #movietime

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GUP Movie Chat 36 - Industry Family

YouTube video by Andy Collen

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Need an escape? Then listen to a special podcast about kids that grew up in Aspen and are now in the film industry. The book Growing Up Aspen - Movie chat (Film Festivals & Film) YouTube youtu.be/STIMJeX4n84?... #film #movies #filmfestivals #industry

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GUP Movie Chat 35 - Film Festivals & Films

YouTube video by Andy Collen

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Okay.. so our world is a little crazy right now. I have created some protest shirts as a homage to silk screen master...Tom Benton. I have posted some fun articles on Substack. Everything is now a click away. happytrailsanimation.threadless.com #march #demonstration #politics #HunterSThompson

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

What’s old is new! As our world dives into technology with Ai I find myself trying to land in a happy hybrid place something I am calling Digital Organics. While Ai is crushing it on the production pipeline it still needs a creative driver. youtu.be/mU2j3_2MJbY?... #animation #marketing #Ai

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Possession Shoes (A mock spot)

YouTube video by Happy Trails Animation

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Need an escape? Then listen to a special podcast about kids that grew up in Aspen and are now in the film industry. The book Growing Up Aspen - Movie chat podcast (Getting In The Industry & Its Change) youtu.be/gqKVgHglXUM?... #film #movies #entertainment #shows #actor #directors #career

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GUP Movie Chat 33 - Getting In The Industry & Its Change

YouTube video by Andy Collen

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Growing Up Aspen @happytrailsandy.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Growing Up Aspen - Adventures of the Unsupervised Double Features Adrift and Alone! Aspen’s Playhouse Theater Double Feature #604 Gravity - All Is Lost #movies #film #filmfestivals

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