The Aspen hippies who grabbed Grass-Roots Network founder John Smith's Sony PortaPak to begin programming the nation's first community access TV station in 1972 literally had no idea what they were doing or if anyone would watch. For the rest of the 70's, they inadvertantly captured the essence of Freak Power in the Rockies by experimenting with early portable video and creating a community studio in the engineer's single wide mobile home. For little or no pay, hundreds of local citizens produced content for the original YouTube, the original social media: the first completely open sourced, uncensored cable channel. "Freak Power Film Night" is a compilation of stoned ideas: the first community-written and performed episodic soap opera titled "The Edge of Ajax", the Last Jam in David Wright's trailer, "The Unblinking Eye" newscast, future NBC sportscaster Greg Lewis' first ever interview with hippies in Paepcke Park, and the weekly free-form soap box "Say It" plus other far out video of Aspen in its "Riot Years." Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

The Aspen Art Museum Artist Fellowship provides a mentored professional development opportunity for six artists (from emerging to established) working in Parachute, Rifle, Silt, New Castle, Glenwood Springs, Gypsum, Eagle, Edwards, Avon, Vail, Marble, Redstone, Carbondale, El Jebel, Basalt, Old Snowmass, Snowmass Village, and Aspen. Providing recognition and support for artists interested in expanding their practice through exchange and mentorship, the nine-month Artist Fellowship group will meet for such opportunities as conversations with visiting artists and curators, presentations by AAM staff, and facilitated studio visits with their cohort. Over the course of the fellowship, participating artists develop a creative project with the input of museum staff, culminating in the opportunity to present their work and share their creative process and experiences with the public at the end of the program through an artist talk, performance, demonstration, or other format. Each Artist Fellow receives an honorarium to help realize their project. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is funded by direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

During GrassRoots' 35th Anniversary Telethon in 2007, Steve Skinner strums over Barry Smith's Flickernoise improv, riffing on Aspen hippies caught up with The Man, all together sparking the flame of community television in 1972. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

What if fertility is one of the clearest signals of overall health? On Come To Think Of It, host Steve Nemerovski sits down with double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Natalie Crawford to discuss her timely new book, "The Fertility Formula: Take Control of Your Reproductive Future". In this wide-ranging, eye-opening conversation, Dr. Crawford explains how chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, lifestyle choices, and environmental exposures impact fertility, hormones, and long-term health—for both women and men. From egg and sperm quality to stress, sleep, exercise, nutrition, and microplastics, this episode reframes infertility as a preventable, actionable health issue, not a matter of luck. Whether you’re trying to conceive now, planning for the future, or interested in hormone health and longevity, this conversation offers clear science, practical guidance, and real hope. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Vince Savage, a longtime Aspen local, therapist, and founder of a retreat center in Marble, shares his deep experiences working in addiction recovery, homelessness, mental health, and humanistic "Savage Therapy." From his early days directing Aspen's Addiction Recovery Unit to helping Katrina refugees and running the Aspen Homeless Shelter, Vince brings raw insight into the hidden side of the valley — beyond the glamour. Expect honest talk about authentic human connection, the difference between humanism and humanitarianism, teen suicide prevention, dream work, and why true therapy goes far deeper than surface fixes. A must-watch for anyone interested in Aspen's real community, personal growth, and meaningful living in the Roaring Fork Valley. Perfect for viewers seeking depth in a world that often celebrates triviality. Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome & Introductions 0:50 – Vince Savage’s Aspen Story 3:02 – Addiction Recovery in Aspen 4:21 – Homelessness Work & Katrina Refugees 9:10 – Humanistic Psychology & "Savage Therapy" 23:46 – Teen Suicide & Authentic Connection Subscribe to GrassRoots Community Network for more soulful conversations about Aspen’s culture, people, and community. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Flyin' north to south with hosts General Quarters and Laurant Boofaunt the Nerph Turtle, the "Snowbirds" episode finds swallowtailed snowboards, SkiBobs and camels in odd places throughout the world. Can skiing bring peace and understanding between American ski bums and the ayatollas? Get Weird. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

In this episode of The Local Show on Grassroots Community Network, host Erik Skarvin sits down with May and Troy Selby, the owners behind Aspen’s beloved 520 Grill / Silver Peak Grill. With more than a decade of service to the Roaring Fork Valley, they discuss how a chef-driven, locally focused, affordable restaurant became a true community hub. The conversation explores the origins of 520 Grill, Troy’s diverse culinary background, their commitment to flexible, customer-driven menus, and their multi-generational staff culture — including mentorship programs for Aspen High School students. They also discuss community partnerships, volunteer support initiatives, and their proposal for the city-owned Rio Grande Park restaurant space. Topics include: The evolution of 520 Grill and Silver Peak Grill Chef-inspired comfort food and customizable menus Supporting local families, students, and workers Affordable dining in Aspen’s changing economy Community engagement and small business sustainability Future plans near Rio Grande Park A thoughtful look at how food, entrepreneurship, and civic spirit intersect in a mountain town. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Join National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in this exclusive fireside chat from the Aspen Security Forum 2023. Moderated by Edward Luce, Sullivan discusses U.S. strategy on the Ukraine war, supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression, the Prigozhin mutiny's impact on Putin, F-16s, ATACMS, cluster munitions, and the future of the counteroffensive. He also addresses U.S.-China competition, guardrails to prevent conflict, technology export controls, and building a "new Washington consensus" for long-term security. Gain deep insights into global risks, Biden administration policy, and the challenges shaping today's national security landscape. Essential viewing for anyone interested in geopolitics, Ukraine-Russia conflict, and U.S.-China relations. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Prigozhin Mutiny 02:36 Wagner Group in Ukraine 04:45 Ukraine Counteroffensive & Weapon Requests 11:33 Cluster Munitions Explained 16:07 Path to Peace in Ukraine 18:46 U.S.-China Tensions & Diplomacy 22:31 Military Guardrails 29:38 New Washington Consensus & Tech Competition 37:49 Audience Q&A: F-16 Training & Ammunition Production Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/