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They Knew - Chapter 7

1 week ago | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

After a brief delay (thanks, final edits and recovery), I’m back with a new chapter of They Knew. This week, Raven breaks into the SEEL lab beneath CU Boulder—with a dying AI in her pocket, security drones closing in, and no one left to trust. She’s running out of time, options… and power. Also, the illustration for this chapter might be my favorite yet—it’s the moment everything hinges on. That first lock. That first breach. That first real step into the resistance.
They Knew - Chapter 7

1 month ago | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

She moved across campus, following the rudimentary white-blue arrows flickering on the surface of the Phoebee brick. They shifted as she walked, subtly correcting her direction, leading her forward like a ghostly compass. The paths were quiet at this hour, the usual murmur of late-night student life drowned out by the distant hum of traffic and the occasional rustling of leaves in the cold breeze.
They Knew - Chapter 6

1 month ago | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

Author’s Note:Apologies for the delay—this chapter is a week behind. The past few weeks have been rough as I recover from a full ankle replacement surgery. This was no minor ordeal. They essentially cut out what was left of my right ankle and replaced it with a shiny new cyborg-like upgrade. Finding a surgeon willing to perform this procedure on someone my age wasn’t easy. But I’m incredibly lucky to have someone in my life who’s, well… let’s just say, very plugged into the medical community.
The Gospel of The Glitch

Dec 24, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

Author's Note:Welcome back to another holiday season with the Colorado Switchblade! For those of you who’ve been with me for a while, you know I have a tradition of putting out a holiday-themed short story every year.
Abandoned in Pain: A Family’s Fight Against UCHealth’s Neglect

Nov 17, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

This article is an opinion piece based on my personal experiences and interviews. The views expressed here are my own and do not necessarily represent those of any organization or publication. I remember it was a cold and windy day as I helped my wife out of our beat-up grey Subaru. I got her walker from the trunk, carefully wrapping the blanket around her shoulders before helping her take each labored step toward the side door of our local medical clinic.
From Election Day Dread to AI Ink: A Writer’s Nonstop Week

Nov 2, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

It’s been a wild week, to say the least—full throttle to finish my new book, AI Ink, which is now available for presale at all major booksellers: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart, and more. If you’re a book lover, I’d love your support; snag a copy today and join the cause! The Colorado Switchblade is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
Op-Ed: A Legacy of Decline, A Warning for Our Future

Oct 28, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

When I was a teenager growing up in the malls and golden fields of suburban northern Colorado, my grandmother Maggie moved into our home in Fort Collins. She had come from the family home in the woods of upstate New Jersey, bringing with her decades of stories from a life among New York City’s abstract expressionists and literary crowd. At first, it was hard to see the changes. She was still a fantastic conversationalist—sharp, witty, and steadfast in her opinions.
Bridging the Gaps Between High-Level Theories and Real-World Realities

Oct 22, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

(This was written last week)The Colorado Switchblade is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
Estes Park's Unseasonable Heat: Insights from Veteran Meteorologist Greg Berman

Oct 5, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

The typically cool and breezy town of Estes Park has been grappling with unusual weather patterns this fall, reaching unprecedented high temperatures for this time of year. In a recent conversation with long-time meteorologist Greg Berman, I dug into what might be causing these bizarre conditions and what it means for our local community. Greg, a seasoned forecaster with over 40 years of experience in the field, didn’t mince words when discussing the gravity of the situation.
AI Ink: A Journey Through Grief, Creativity, and Technology

Sep 19, 2024 | coloradoswitchblade.com | Jason Van Tatenhove

"Last year, I faced the hardest moment of my life—losing my wife of thirty years, Shilo. She wasn't just my partner in life; she was my writing collaborator, the person who believed in me even when I doubted myself. Her absence left a hole not only in my heart but in my creative process.