
Spun Today with Tony Ortiz
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#206 – The Batman, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Jerrod Carmichael, Bill Maher and Jo Koy
EIn this episode I speak about watching the movies: The Batman & Spider-Man No way Home. Watching Jerrod Carmichael's latest comedy special: Rothaniel, Bill Maher's latest comedy special: #Adulting and seeing Jo Koy live at UBS Arena. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: The Batman: https://www.thebatman.com/ The Batman: 7 Best Comics That Influenced The Movie: https://screenrant.com/the-batman-best-comics-that-influenced-inspired-movie/ Spider-Man: No Way Home: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10872600/ Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel: https://www.hbo.com/movies/jerrod-carmichael-rothaniel Bill Maher's #Adulting: https://www.hbo.com/movies/bill-maher-adulting Bill Maher | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 124 https://youtu.be/XflisXO5mIQ Jo Koy: Funny is Funny World Tour: https://ubsarena.com/event/jo-koy/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#205 – Chopper City (Audio Book) (Re-Release)
This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Chopper City by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/choppercity *Original Release Date: Nov 20, 2014* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out the short story here: https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/choppercity Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

Ep 204#204 – The slap heard around the world-Oscars 2022, The Tender Bar
EIn this episode I speak about the viral incident that happened during the Oscar awards with Will Smith smacking Chris Rock on stage during this live star-studded event. I also speak about watching the movie; The Tender Bar. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Watch the uncensored moment Will Smith smacks Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars, drops F-bomb: https://youtu.be/myjEoDypUD8 Questlove Was in a Meditative State During the Slap: https://www.vulture.com/2022/03/will-smith-chris-rock-winner-questlove.html King Richard Recap: https://youtu.be/s6Hc9MuaRkk Will by Will Smith (Recap & Review): https://youtu.be/kMscYB5Ujwk ROAST OF WILL SMITH | Flagrant 2 with Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh: https://youtu.be/tPxzZI02YtM The Tender Bar: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3108894/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#203 – Ozark, Jeen-yuhs, Cobra Kai and GOATs doing GOAT $hit
EIn this episode I speak about watching Ozark season 4 part 1, Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy, Cobra Kai season 4 and I share another addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Ozark: https://www.netflix.com/title/80117552 Jeen-yuhs: https://www.netflix.com/title/81426972 Cobra Kai S4: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7221388/episodes?season=4 Will Smith acquiring Karate Kid franchise: https://www.looper.com/632413/strongest-superheroes-in-history-ranked/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#202 – The Russian invasion of Ukraine, The Joe Rogan Controversy
EIn this episode I speak about the egregious Russian invasion of Ukraine, and about the latest Joe Rogan controversies. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Timeline of Ukraine History: https://libguides.cairn.edu/ukraine/timeline Timeline of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2022_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine Why Russia is Invading Ukraine: https://youtu.be/If61baWF4GE Delta is severing ties with Russia's flag carrier Aeroflot: https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/news/delta-is-severing-ties-with-russias-flag-carrier-aeroflot/articleshow/89835592.cms NHL Statement: https://www.nhl.com/news/nhl-statement-on-russia-invasion-of-ukraine/c-331296136 Tibet Supporters Protest Marvel's 'Doctor Strange' over Changed Character https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/tibet-supporters-protest-marvel-s-dr-strange-over-changed-character-n677706 Why I Podcast: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/whyipodcast Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#201 – Free-Writing Session (Fear of Success, Will by Will Smith)
EIn this episode I share my November & December 2021 Writing stats as well as my January 2022 Writing stats. I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Fear of Success Anonymous: https://stevenpressfield.com/2022/01/fear-of-success-anonymous/ Will by Will Smith, Mark Manson: https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Will/dp/B096MWJLNW/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1644782344&sr=1-2 Joyner Lucas & Will Smith - Will (Remix): https://youtu.be/V5a7cVf2NeM Is Love Red or Blue? https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/isloveredorblue Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#200 – The Matrix Resurrections, The Chi S4, Jim Gaffigan's Comedy Monster and GOATs doing GOAT $hit
EIn this episode I speak about watching The Matrix Resurrections, The Chi season 4, Jim Gaffigan's latest comedy special: Comedy Monster and add another addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Matrix Resurrections: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10838180/ Check out the Based on a True Story Podcast: https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/ The Chi: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6294706/ Jason Weaver Turned Down $2M Check for Lion King, Took $100K + Royalties (Part 7): https://youtu.be/utesLesCSXA Jim Gaffigan: Comedy Monster - https://www.netflix.com/title/81251385 YMH Stitcher deal: https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/siriusxm-signs-deal-to-integrate-ymh-studios-into-stitcher https://variety.com/2021/digital/news/tom-segura-christina-p-siriusxm-podcast-deal-1235136980/# Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#199 – 2021 Spun Today Wrap-Up Show
EIn this episode I recap and reflect on the top 5 Spun Today episodes of 2021. I also share some of my writing and podcasting goals for 2022. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Episode 177 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/177 Episode 179 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/179 Episode 171 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/171 Episode 178 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/178 Episode 176 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/176 Drown by Junot Diaz: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QUEHOY/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2 Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#198 – I got the Rona
EIn this episode I speak about my and my family's experience with having COVID. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Johns Hopkins: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html CDC General information related to the Vaccine: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/Pfizer-BioNTech.html Ivermectin Nobel Prize: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34466270/ Reuters Ivermectin fact check: https://www.reuters.com/article/factcheck-nobel-ivermectin-idUSL1N2QB2XA Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#197 – Three Comedy Specials, the King Richard movie and GOATs doing GOAT $hit
EIn this episode I speak about watching three stand-up comedy specials; Neal Brennan's Unacceptable, Michael Che's; Shame the Devil & Drew Michael's; red blue green. I also speak about watching the movie; King Richard and close the year-end show on a high note of a few GOATs doing GOAT $hit! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Neal Brennan: Unacceptable: https://www.unacceptableshow.com/ Michael Che's: Shame the Devil: https://www.netflix.com/title/81152775 Drew Michael's: red blue green: https://www.hbomax.com/feature/urn:hbo:feature:GYZLVfgyBc5fDwgEAAACB Link to my Drew Michael based Writing Pieces: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/myamalgamation https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/expressmyselfthatway King Richard: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9620288/ Rory & Mal Stitcher deal: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/siriusxm-signs-rory-farrell--jamil-mal-clay-bringing-their-podcast-new-rory--mal-to-stitcher-301400443.html?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=podnews.net:2021-10-15 Issa Rae WarnerMedia deal: https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/24/business/issa-rae-warnermedia-deal/index.html AWKWARD Black Girl | "The Stop Sign" [S. 1, Ep. 1]: https://youtu.be/nIVa9lxkbus Kobe and body armor deal. 6 million = 10% = 400 million post coke acquisition https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/kobe-bryant-coca-cola-bodyarmor-sale/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#196 – Roderick Edwards (Author)
EIn this episode I speak with fellow Author, Roderick Edwards. Roderick has published 13 books. He writes both fiction and non-fiction across several different sub-genres. We speak about his upbringing, where he was adopted at age four and tracked down his birth family at age fifty! We also speak about the inspiration and background to many of his books, his writing process and much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Follow Roderick on Twitter: @Roderickedotcom Check out Roderick's Website: https://rodericke.com/ Check out all of Roderick's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Roderick-Edwards/e/B07B9R59Q2?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1638931463&sr=1-1 Joanna Penn's Website: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#195 – Free-Writing Session (Mind Mapping tip, How to Market a Book & More!)
EIn this episode I share my September & October 2021 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: This episode's writing tip: Mind Mapping: https://lateralaction.com/creative-thinking/ How to Market a Book Third Edition (Books for Writers) by Joanna Penn: (Link Here) Joanna Penn's Website: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Buffer (Social Media Tool): https://publish.buffer.com/ Later (Social Media Tool): https://app.later.com/ Podspike: https://podspike.com/ Podnews: https://podnews.net/ K-lytics: https://k-lytics.com/ Vellum: https://vellum.pub/ Ms. Jackson: Outkast: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/ms-jackson Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#194 – Christy Medina (Let's talk Marathons!)
EIn this episode I speak with my longtime friend, Christy Medina. Christy just completed the Chicago marathon in October of 2021. We speak about her experiences training leading up to the event, how the marathon went, cool things she did while in Chicago and much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Follow Christy on Instagram: @never_minding_ Check out the Chicago Marathon: https://www.chicagomarathon.com/ New York Road Runners: https://www.nyrr.org/run/race-calendar?gclid=Cj0KCQiA-K2MBhC-ARIsAMtLKRvjSZ7EBjz_IYC59d_9yLZM-3IjEqB9V9EgOh2G_zZJd1Tlvl8ql8kaAvG9EALw_wcB Check out photos that Christy shared with us, on the episode webpage: Highland Park in Brooklyn: https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/highland-park/highlights/19651 Giordanos Frozen Pizza: https://giordanos.com/frozen-pizza/ Portillo's: https://www.portillos.com/index-shop-and-ship.html Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#193 – Welcome Baby Grayson (Re-Release)
EA year has passed and Grayson is now 1 year old. I decided to re-release this episode to reflect on the experience of his birth. Here's the original description: In this episode my wife and I speak about the experience of welcoming our second-born child home. We speak pregnancy, delivery, recovery, leaving the hospital during COVID times, the scary experience of her having to be re-admitted into the hospital postpartum, and much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. *Original Release Date: Nov 12, 2020* Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#192 – Dave Chappelles' The Closer, La Factoría and Shane Gillis live in Austin
EIn this episode I speak about watching two stand-up comedy specials; Dave Chappelles' The Closer and Shane Gillis' Live in Austin. I also speak about watching a hilarious show La Factoría. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Dave Chappelles' The Closer: https://www.netflix.com/title/81228510 CNN coverage: https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/11/entertainment/dave-chappelle-netflix/index.html Sojourner Truth "Ain't I a Woman?" speech: https://thehermitage.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Sojourner-Truth_Aint-I-a-Woman_1851.pdf 8:46 Special: https://youtu.be/3tR6mKcBbT4 La Factoria TV page: https://www.youtube.com/c/Section8isBallingFilmz/videos Ivan interviewed Chef Papí: https://youtu.be/qdgKwyvGEuA My Chef Papí Interview: https://youtu.be/Oe9-yc7uxAo Chef Papí's IG: https://www.instagram.com/chefpapi_nyc/ Shane Gillis Live in Austin: https://youtu.be/zKUpf1Vx0vs Gilly and Keeves sketches: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxY70x2COyMICgCfEwgVcJg Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#191 – Free Guy, Myth & Mogul: John DeLorean, Moments in Love
EIn this episode I speak about watching the movie Free Guy, the 3-part documentary series; Myth & Mogul: John DeLorean and season 3 of Master of None (Moments in Love). Last but not least, happy birthday to the Spun Today Podcast!!! 7 Years ago (as of yesterday) episode 001 of the Podcast aired! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Free Guy: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6264654/ Myth & Mogul: John DeLorean: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14968268/ Moments in Love: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14500542/ Forbes DeLorean Article: https://www.forbes.com/wheels/news/john-delorean-reinvented-the-dream-car-then-he-totaled-it/ Chris Rock interviews Aziz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfT3F_HTFDU Brian Tallerico piece: https://www.rogerebert.com/streaming/netflixs-master-of-none-returns-with-effective-moments-of-love Norm Macdonald on Larry King: https://youtu.be/vnmplSPgwEQ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#190 – Free-Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my July & August 2021 Writing stats, a couple of writing tips that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: This episode's writing tips The first tip from James Clear's newsletter: https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/august-5-2021 The second tip from Quentin Tarantino about 59 minutes and 20 seconds into episode #1675 of the Joe Rogan Experience: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5cdu4y60lq6QXyUbhMpVWH?si=3qAJd6lrTeKuYWvdgobt3w&dl_branch=1 Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds: https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Hurt-Me-David-Goggins-audiobook/dp/B07KKP62FW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3S3CZP226CX3P&dchild=1&keywords=can%27t+hurt+me+david+goggins+book&qid=1631671047&sprefix=can%27t+%2Caps%2C321&sr=8-2 David Goggins Website: https://davidgoggins.com/ The Turbid Terrain https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/the-turbid-terrain Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#189 – 9/11 Never Forget (firsthand experiences, from New Yorkers) (Re-release)
EIn this special edition episode of the Spun Today Podcast, you'll hear a collection of firsthand experiences, from New Yorkers that lived through the events of 9/11. Memories are fleeting and have a way of fading away into a once-upon-a-time haze that we seldom revisit and when we do, they just seem like surreal experiences. I think that an important component to history not repeating itself, is continuing to share and speak about our learned experiences. Where were you during the events of 9/11? Special thanks to: Jacey Rosa, to my Father Segundo Ortiz, to David Ortiz, Janet Velez, Yudy Azurdia, Raul Azurdia, Zoila Ortiz, Elaine Almonte & Steven Almonte. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: 9/11: TIMELINE OF EVENTS: http://www.history.com/topics/9-11-timeline George W. Bush The Night of 9-11-01: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbqCquDl4k4 Angel in the Rubble: The Miraculous Rescue of 9/11's Last Survivor: https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Rubble-Miraculous-Rescue-Survivor/dp/1451635206/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504562087&sr=8-1&keywords=angel+in+the+rubble Elaine Almonte's Facebook Post: https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10100795821199994&id=26304929&set=a.836445090434.2248017.26304929 Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#188 – Dave, Cuomo Resigning, Ending the Afghanistan War and the 5-Boro Bike Tour
EIn this episode I speak about season 2 of Dave, Andrew Cuomo resigning as Governor of New York the Afghanistan war drawing to an end and my 5-Boro bike tour woes. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Dave: https://www.hulu.com/series/dave-ac3a96f0-9614-46af-b524-f59c7d281946?&cmp=12772&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BM_Search_FXonHulu_Google&utm_term=dave%20new%20season&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpreJBhDvARIsAF1_BU2Yg5h8u96NS1WN1OjNAjPVXgDsEHGH4esF4kLCj5rC8JgNpSwCpMYaAoHOEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Benny Blanco Talks Weed Tech, Bagels & Toilets | Ext. Interview | DESUS & MERO | SHOWTIME: https://youtu.be/tLxOo5h56KY Whiskey Ginger - Benny Blanco – 102: https://youtu.be/tvVOUpF2INY Cuomo resignation coverage: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-58164719 https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/cuomo-sexually-harassed-multiple-women-including-employees-new-york-attorney-n1275806 Attorney General 168 Page Report: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2021.08.03_nyag_-_investigative_report.pdf What We Know About Cuomo's Nursing Home Scandal https://www.nytimes.com/article/andrew-cuomo-nursing-home-deaths.html https://apnews.com/article/andrew-cuomo-business-health-coronavirus-pandemic-9f5c0b3d55cdb7cd5c3101f38edb673e Afghanistan: https://apnews.com/article/middle-east-business-afghanistan-43d8f53b35e80ec18c130cd683e1a38f https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/08/20/afghanistan-war-key-numbers/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#187 – Jose De La Rosa (Golden Gloves Champion, Firefighter & Fitness Aficionado)
EIn this episode I sit down and speak with my long-time friend Jose De La Rosa. We speak about Jose's journey to becoming a gold & silver Golden Gloves boxing Champion. We speak about his decision to become one of New York's Bravest, a FDNY Firefighter and also about his lifelong dedication to fitness and much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Follow Jose on IG: @doctorfists Check out Jose's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzJP1d_3w_1Eo7mebo8kHmw Check out photos and more: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/187 Video's of Jose: https://youtu.be/of8_YH36xsU Defending Golden Gloves champ Jose De La Rosa fights like an underdog in win over Chordale Booker https://www.nydailynews.com/sports/more-sports/defending-champ-delarosa-fights-underdog-article-1.1736100 New York Golden Gloves: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Golden_Gloves Golden Gloves Finals Come to Barclays Center: http://www.foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/22343371/article-Golden-Gloves-Finals-Come-to-Barclays-Center FDNY FIREFIGHTER DE LA ROSA FULFILLING TWO DREAMS https://tss.ib.tv/boxing/boxing-press-releases-articles-and-news-videos-results-rankings-and-history/21317-fdny-firefighter-de-la-rosa-fulfilling-two-dreams FDNY Boxing Team: https://fdnyboxing.org/our-team Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#186 – Advice from Creatives, for Creatives #3
EIn this episode I share a compilation of previously submitted Spun Today Questionnaire responses. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Follow Steph Armstrong on Twitter: @stepheeenie Follow Travis on Twitter: @TravisKepler28 Follow Miss Writer: @TheImprovisor Check out Eileen Martinez's website: https://eileenmartinez.org/ Check out Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Love-While-Praying-Rosary/dp/197369574X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CMOLAMBI4P35&dchild=1&keywords=daring+to+love+while+praying+the+rosary&qid=1599965822&sprefix=daring+to+love+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#185 – Two Amazon Originals, an MMA event, Podcast News & NYC Elections
EIn this episode I speak about the Amazon original shows; ZeroZeroZero & SOLOS. I also speak about UFC 264, some Podcast news and the results of the NYC Mayoral Primary Elections! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: ZeroZeroZero: https://www.amazon.com/ZeroZeroZero-Season-1/dp/B08BYYBZB9 Solos: https://www.amazon.com/Solos-Season-1/dp/B0945CR5MM UFC 264: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-264 Rory & Mal Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOnh0w4wdA-AkNTw3FUwAvA Add your Podcast to Jiosaavn: https://yourcast.jiosaavn.com/ Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#184 – Free-Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my April, May & June 2021 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: This episode's writing tip: An excerpt from Nic Pizzolatto on: How I Wrote True Detective: https://youtu.be/2hPn-23N8q4?t=488 The Archer: https://www.amazon.com/The-Archer/dp/B086H3ZBV1/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=the+archer&qid=1625501849&sr=8-4 Why you need to Write Everyday: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/why-you-need-to-write-everyday Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#183 – In the Heights, UFC 263 and Godfather of Harlem
EIn this episode I speak about the In the Heights film, UFC 263 and the TV show Godfather of Harlem. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: In the Heights: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1321510/ UFC 263: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-263 Godfather of Harlem: https://www.epix.com/series/godfather-of-harlem Anthony Ramos Talks 'Transformers' Role, Latino Representation In Hollywood, New Music + More: https://youtu.be/myKKflgaCcM Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#182 – Bully (Audio Book) (Re-Release)
EThis is the AudioBook version of the Short Story Bully by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/bully *Original Release Date: Oct 23, 2014* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#181 – Joe Budden Podcast breakup, Bronzeville Podcast and UFO's
EIn this episode I speak about the Joe Budden Podcast break up, the amazing Bronzeville Podcast, and recent U.F.O. sightings that were acknowledged by the Pentagon and U.S. Government! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Bronzeville: Episode 1 iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bronzeville/id1199964972?i=1000380906071 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dkXVQjvrNvu7YASHOKl4H?si=2MmS8CgCSriGBL0ZawMpeg&dl_branch=1&nd=1 Website: https://bronzevilleseries.com/ NYT: Glowing Aura and 'Black Money': The Pentagon's Mysterious U.F.O. Program: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/16/us/politics/pentagon-program-ufo-harry-reid.html TIME: Navy Pilot Says UFO He Saw Off California Was 'Not of This World' https://time.com/5070962/navy-pilot-ufo-california-not-from-this-world/ FLIR1: Official UAP Footage from the USG for Public Release: https://youtu.be/6rWOtrke0HY Pentagon faces June deadline to issue unclassified report on UFO sightings: https://youtu.be/ousWgSIPbwE Saagar Enjeti: Here's Why UFO Disclosures Are NOT A Pentagon Ploy For More Funding: https://youtu.be/g1qzZ5lr_8I Octopus changes color and texture - Eilat: https://youtu.be/ydrc489USbM Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#180 – Hemingway, Mortal Kombat and local Politics
EIn this episode I speak about watching the three-part, six-hour Ken Burns documentary; Hemingway. I also speak about watching the new Mortal Kombat movie and wrap up with some local Political talk (Governor Cuomo, the upcoming NYC Mayoral race, ranked choice voting and more). The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Hemingway Documentary: https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/hemingway/ Andrew Yang's Policies: https://www.yangforny.com/policies Ranked Choice Voting: https://www.nyccfb.info/nyc-votes/ranked-choice-voting/ Mortal Kombat: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0293429/ Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#179 – Free-Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my February & March 2021 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading and a Masterclass I've been taking. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: This episode's writing tip: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/your-book-is-a-valuable-intellectual-property-asset/ A Disappointing Time: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/adisappointingtime Ready Player Two: https://www.amazon.com/Ready-Player-Two-A-Novel/dp/B08C7DQWRC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FYXEFB22WIO3&dchild=1&keywords=ready+player+two+book&qid=1619400722&sprefix=ready+player+two%2Caps%2C321&sr=8-1 Walter Mosley Masterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/walter-mosley-teaches-fiction-and-storytelling Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#178 – Nostrand Ave (Audio Book) (Re-Release)
EThis is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Nostrand Ave by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/nostrandave *Original Release Date: April 9th, 2015* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Read this short story: Nostrand Ave: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/nostrandave Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

Ep 177#177 – Conor McGregor & Joe Rogan in GOATs doing GOAT sh*t, UFC 260 and Zack Snyder's Justice League
EIn this episode we have another segment of GOATs doing GOAT shit featuring both Conor Mcgregor and Joe Rogan. I also speak about watching UFC 260 as well as Zack Snyder's Justice League. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Conor McGregor "Doubled" His Net Worth After Selling Proper No Twelve To Tequila Company: https://www.republicworld.com/sports-news/other-sports/conor-mcgregor-doubled-his-net-worth-after-selling-proper-no-twelve-to-tequila-company.html Joe Rogan VS Carlos Mencia: https://youtu.be/9vHmRVN97Zs UFC 260: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-260 Justice League: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12361974/ Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#176 – My new Podcast logo, Jay-Z's recent business moves, UFC 259 & Coming 2 America
EIn this episode I speak about the process of having a new Podcast logo designed. In another segment of GOATs doing GOAT sh*t I speak about some of Jay-Z's recent business moves. I also speak about watching UFC 259 as well as the movie; Coming 2 America. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: 99designs: https://99designs.com/tim-ferriss?clickid=zO4x00y7fxyLRiM0MdV3iVCmUkEVEZ0V1QOry00&utm_medium=1429073&utm_content=Tim%20Ferris%20%2499%20Upgrade%20Offer&utm_campaign=Tim%20Ferriss&utm_source=affiliates&network=ir Jay-Z and LVMH deal: https://www.forbes.com/sites/abigailfreeman/2021/02/26/heres-how-much-jay-z-made-on-his-ace-of-spades-deal-and-how-it-stacks-up-against-kylie-jenner-kim-kardashian-george-clooney-rihanna--cashouts/?sh=78204e05679c https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/22/style/jay-z-lvmh-ace-of-spades-champagne.html https://www.businessinsider.com/jay-z-buys-ace-of-spades-champagne-2014-11 Jay-Z sells majority stake in Tidal music streaming service to Jack Dorsey's Square: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/mar/04/jay-z-sells-majority-stake-in-tidal-music-streaming-service-to-jack-dorseys-square Square 2020 Proxy Statement: https://s21.q4cdn.com/114365585/files/doc_downloads/2020/04/SQ-Annual-Report-2020-Proxy-Statement_10-K(Bookmarked).pdf Square Board of Directors: https://squareup.com/us/en/about JAY-Z invests in Perch Credit App aimed at helping minorities boost credit scores: https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/2/25/22301809/jay-z-invests-perch-credit-app Coming 2 America: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6802400/ UFC 259 Fight Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-259 Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Website

#175 – Tips from Creatives, for Creatives (2)
EIn this episode I share a throwback montage of 4 Spun Today Questionnaire's that have been filled out in the past. Why not have a single episode that centralizes all the tips, motivation tools and tricks adopted by fellow Writers and Creatives? If you'd like to partake in filling out your own, check it out at: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/. Thanks again to Amy Marcello, a person that chose to remain anonymous, Joshua Robertson & Elaine Almonte. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Joshua Robertson YouTube Channel for Gamers, Writers & Nerds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKbNu6bLlOMBHXu8gNTB9cg Check out Joshua Robertson's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Robertson/e/B00RHAMPHM/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1470826358&sr=1-1 Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song #1: Fine Line - Eminem Outro Song #2: Whatever You Like – T.I. Outro Song #3: Touch The Sky – Kanye West Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#174 – Dave Chappelle, Podcast News, UFC 257 and Superbowl LV (55)
EIn this episode I speak about Dave Chappelle getting back his ownership of the Chappelle show, Podcast news related to Joe Budden's new position at Patreon and investments in the space by billionaire Mark Cuban. I also speak about UFC 257 as well as Superbowl LV (55). The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Dave Chappelle Unforgiven: https://youtu.be/3ClE4YP41r8 Dave Chappelle Redemption Song: https://youtu.be/mhVCGl-Huqg Clayton Bigsby, the World's Only Black White Supremacist - Chappelle's Show: https://youtu.be/BLNDqxrUUwQ The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 412 | Black History Year: https://youtu.be/tknc7C_n8l0 Mark Cuban co-founding a podcast app: https://www.theverge.com/2021/2/8/22272148/mark-cuban-fireside-podcast-app-launch-creator-conversations Mark Cuban on the future of Podcasting: https://www.businessinsider.com.au/mark-cuban-dives-into-the-future-of-podcasting-and-media-2021-2 MARK CUBAN LIVE INTERVIEW: STOCKS, BUSINESS, & THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL INVESTING: https://youtu.be/wNqVfeMhNAU UFC 257 Fight Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-257 Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#173 – Free -Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my October, November, December 2020 & January 2021 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: How to Start, Build, and Grow Your Email List: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-build-and-grow-your-email-list/ Sapiens: https://www.ynharari.com/book/sapiens-2/ Purchase Sapiens on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ICN066A?pf_rd_r=S0JYA3Z7S0EACJNK9W66&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=ef93bab3-0596-4656-bfee-92e0584efbae&pd_rd_w=oBfxm&pd_rd_wg=jrXJV&ref_=pd_gw_unk John Lewis Funeral Service: https://www.c-span.org/video/?474223-1/representative-john-lewis-funeral-service-atlanta-georgia This fleeting life that we live, it'll absorb and dilute you out of existence! https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/johnlewismemorial Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#172 – Storming the Capitol and Mr. Robot series Finale
EIn this episode I speak about the trumpito incited coo on the capital and the final season of Mr. Robot The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Rene DiResta Links: http://www.reneediresta.com/ The Tactics & Tropes of the Internet Research Agency: http://www.reneediresta.com/ira-report-4e8d0ff684.pdf Online Disinformation Could Spark Real World Wars | Joe Rogan and Renée DiResta https://youtu.be/62Hc82c4bRg Statement for the record from Renee DiResta, Director of Research, New Knowledge (to the Senate Intelligence committee): https://www.intelligence.senate.gov/sites/default/files/documents/os-rdiresta-080118.pdf 60 Minutes Piece: What is Section 230 and why do people want it repealed? https://youtu.be/2A2e35sIelM Mr. Robot: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4158110/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#171 – Soul, Cobra Kai and Schulz saves America
EIn this episode I speak about watching the Disney movie Soul. I also speak about watching the series Cobra Kai and the Netflix four-part special Schulz saves America. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Soul: https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/soul/77zlWrb9vRYp Cobra Kai: https://www.netflix.com/title/81002370 Schulz Saves America: https://www.netflix.com/title/81383020 How To Beat #MeToo | Views From The Cis | Chapter 1 - The Intro: https://youtu.be/GVyutlEFwi8 THE CROWD WORK SPECIAL | Andrew Schulz | Stand Up Comedy: https://youtu.be/nS_6c4PyJvg Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

Spun Today Podcast Trailer
What's up folks? I'm Tony Ortiz & the Spun Today Podcast is comprised of 4 types of episodes: Random Rants, Free-Writing Sessions, Interviews & Audio Books During the Random Rant episodes I speak about books I've read, movies & tv shows I've watched, current events & more During the Free-Writing Sessions I share a helpful writing tip I share my personal writing stats I tell you about what I've been reading And I also Share & Reflect on some of my writing pieces In my Interviews I take a deep dive into the life of my guest, some have been writers, military veterans, Chefs, Entrepreneurs and much more. And the Audio Book episodes are audio book versions of the short stories I've written. As you can tell, The Spun Today Podcast is anchored in writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.

#170 – 2020 Spun Today Wrap-Up Show
EIn this episode I recap and reflect on the top 5 Spun Today episodes of 2020. I also share some of my writing and podcasting goals for 2021. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out Sandra's book: Lies Startups Tell Themselves to Avoid Marketing: A No Bullsh*T Guide for P.H.Ds, Lab Rats, Suits, and Entrepreneurs: https://www.amazon.com/Lies-Startups-Themselves-Avoid-Marketing-ebook/dp/B0096XJ8BE/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=Lies+Startups+Tell+Themselves+to+Avoid+Marketing%3A+A+No+Bullsh*T+Guide+for+P.H.Ds%2C+Lab+Rats%2C+Suits%2C+and+Entrepreneurs&qid=1606084813&sr=8-1-fkmr0 Check out Eileen's book: Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Love-While-Praying-Rosary/dp/197369574X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CMOLAMBI4P35&dchild=1&keywords=daring+to+love+while+praying+the+rosary&qid=1599965822&sprefix=daring+to+love+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 Check out The Bland Toast Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9hMSEabo4u5mD7-czzm74Q Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#169 – The Mandalorian, Vampires vs. the Bronx & The CHI
EIn this episode I speak about watching the Mandalorian series on Disney+. I also speak about watching the movie Vampires vs. the Bronx on Netflix, and watching season 3 of The CHI. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: The Mandalorian: https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/the-mandalorian Vampires vs. the Bronx: https://www.netflix.com/title/80998174 The Peralta Project: https://peraltaproject.com/ The Chi: https://www.sho.com/the-chi Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Google Play | YouTube

#168 – Sandra Holtzman (Copywriter, Chief Marketing Strategist, Author)
EIn this episode I speak with Ms. Sandra Holtzman. Sandra is an award-winning Copywriter and Chief Marketing Strategist at Marketing Cures. She is also an educator who has taught Marketing & Entrepreneurship at FIT, NYU and Kauffman. She is the co-Author of: Lies Startups Tell Themselves to Avoid Marketing: A No Bullsh*T Guide for PhDs, Lab Rats, Suits, and Entrepreneurs. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out Sandra's book: Lies Startups Tell Themselves to Avoid Marketing: A No Bullsh*T Guide for P.H.Ds, Lab Rats, Suits, and Entrepreneurs: https://www.amazon.com/Lies-Startups-Themselves-Avoid-Marketing-ebook/dp/B0096XJ8BE/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=Lies+Startups+Tell+Themselves+to+Avoid+Marketing%3A+A+No+Bullsh*T+Guide+for+P.H.Ds%2C+Lab+Rats%2C+Suits%2C+and+Entrepreneurs&qid=1606084813&sr=8-1-fkmr0 Check out Sandra's latest venture: https://marketingcures.com/ https://marketingcures.com/blog/ https://www.facebook.com/MarketingCures/?ref=bookmarks Here's a special offer from Sandra: My colleague, Franne McNeal, and I have developed a winning formula for small business owners to grow their businesses. This is especially important now during COVID times. So many small business owners work alone and are feeling even more isolated and stressed than ever now. They say it takes a village to raise a child (African proverb). Well it also takes a village to support a growing business as well. You can create your personalized village to support you growing your business. 95% of your success or failure is determined by the people you habitually associate with*. Franne and I will put you in touch with the right people to ensure your success. Marketing Cures GPS is a mastermind group with peer-advisors who, with you, will provide the structure, support and cheerleading to grow your business while you help them grow theirs. Bonds are developed during GPS that will far outlast the program and not only help your business but change your life as well. Cohorts for 2021 are forming now! Which criteria for inclusion does your company fit into? Group 1:Entrepreneurs who are working on their prototype, just starting their business or been in business less than a year. Group 2:Entrepreneurs who have a business (at least 1 year in business, at least 1 full time employee, at least $75,000 in annual revenue). Group 3:Entrepreneurs who have a business (at least 2 years in business, at least 4 full time employees, at least $250,000 in annual revenue). Group 4:Entrepreneurs who have a business (at least 3 years in business, at least 10 full time employees, at least $1,000,000 in annual revenue). Details: Each cohort will run one year, meeting one-time a month for 3 hours. There will be accountability partners and assignments between meetings. The reduced fee for the Covid cohorts is $900. APPLY NOW FOR A COMPLIMENTARY INTERVIEW TO SEE WHERE YOU FIT INTO THE GPS SUCCESS STORY - And we will send you one of our proprietary DIY self-audits. Learn more https://offer.marketingcuresgps.com/offer Why you should choose GPS**: Together we have over 30 years' experience as serial entrepreneurs, adjunct faculty, DBA in entrepreneurship, numerous publications, speaking engagements and a track record of generating over $1 billion in revenue for our collective clients. *Harvard University Dept. of Psychology Study ** Kaufmann Foundation FastTrac Program Facilitators & Coaches * Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program Facilitator * Tory Burch Foundation Program Facilitator * British and Canadian Consulate companies doing business in the United States - Consultant * Fashion Institute of Technology Design Entrepreneurs Mini-MBA Program Mentor * Eugene Lang Entrepreneurship Center at Columbia University Program Mentor To Your Success Sandra Instructor Spotlight: Sandra Holtzman: https://blog.fitnyc.edu/hottopicsinsider/2019/10/24/instructor-spotlight-sandra-holtzman/ Interested in the FastTrac course? Check it out here: https://www.fasttrac.org/ Here's where I signed up via NYC Business: https://www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/article/fasttrac Check out Steven Pressfield's; The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026/ref=sr_1_1?crid=AEBJIM25H7J&dchild=1&keywords=steven+pressfield+s+the+war+of+art&qid=1606084906&sprefix=steven+pressfield%2Caps%2C1282&sr=8-1 Check out Stephen King's; On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Memoir-Craft-Stephen-King/dp/1982159375/ref=sr_1_2?crid=13VHYAXJ8RAC4&dchild=1&keywords=on+writing+stephen+king&qid=1606085013&sprefix=on+writing%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-2 Check out The Creative Penn: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ My expert opinion ep#13: Iron Solomon + ms fit+ jai! New ins

#167 – Welcome Baby Grayson
EIn this episode my wife and I speak about the experience of welcoming our second-born child home. We speak pregnancy, delivery, recovery, leaving the hospital during COVID times, the scary experience of her having to be re-admitted into the hospital postpartum, and much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out all of the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com Spun Today Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube

#166 – Pencil Case (Audio Book) (Re-Release)
EThis episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Pencil Case. It's based on a true story from childhood, depicting some lessons learned when I used to go to work with my Dad during school summer vacation. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/pencilcase. I also share my writing stats for September & October of 2019, as well as a writing tip! *Original Release Date: November 14th, 2019* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode:Bottom of Form Today's Writing Tip: How to Successfully Open Your Story https://nybookeditors.com/2018/11/how-to-successfully-open-your-story/ Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ Here's a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Here's a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: We Americans by the Avett Brothers – Thanks for the reco David! SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play and YouTube

#165 – Free -Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my July, August & September 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about the Master Class that I've been taking. I share a Spun Today questionnaire response submitted by Attorney & Author Eileen Martinez and finally, I read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: First Drafts are Killers https://stevenpressfield.com/2020/09/first-drafts-are-killers/ MasterClass Website: https://www.masterclass.com/ Aaron Sorkin: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0815070/filmotype/writer Check out Eileen's website: https://eileenmartinez.org/ Check out Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Love-While-Praying-Rosary/dp/197369574X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CMOLAMBI4P35&dchild=1&keywords=daring+to+love+while+praying+the+rosary&qid=1599965822&sprefix=daring+to+love+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 Is Love Red or Blue? https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/isloveredorblue Rap Radar: Will Smith: https://youtu.be/gaBGMlDde1E Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/daring-to-love-while-praying-the-rosary-eileen-martinez/1137289913 Is Love Red or Blue? https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/isloveredorblue Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: I Got A Name – Jim Croce Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube

#164 – Podcast Beefs, Podcast News, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, The Social Dilemma
EIn this episode I speak about some Podcast beefs and related news, the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the Netflix documentary: The Social Dilemma. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Charlamagne tha God Launches Black Effect Podcast Network With iHeartMedia https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/charlamagne-tha-god-iheartmedia-black-effect-podcast-1234763298/ Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Champion Of Gender Equality, Dies At 87 https://www.npr.org/2020/09/18/100306972/justice-ruth-bader-ginsburg-champion-of-gender-equality-dies-at-87 The Social Dilemma: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11464826/ Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ Here's a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Here's a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for T-Shirts, Mugs and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: Alan Walker - Lily ft. K-391 & Emelie Hollow SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play and YouTube

#163 – Eileen Martinez (Attorney & Author)
In this episode I am joined by Eileen Martinez. Eileen is the Author of; Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary: Letters to a Great Love. We speak about everything from her playing the piano, to practicing law, keeping her Abuelas' legacy alive by embroidering, her writing process and much, much more! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Check out Eileen's website: https://eileenmartinez.org/ Check out Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Love-While-Praying-Rosary/dp/197369574X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CMOLAMBI4P35&dchild=1&keywords=daring+to+love+while+praying+the+rosary&qid=1599965822&sprefix=daring+to+love+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/daring-to-love-while-praying-the-rosary-eileen-martinez/1137289913 The Creative Penn website: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ David Baldacci Teaches Mystery and Thriller Writing | Official Trailer | MasterClass: https://youtu.be/H3FqODCqwl0 The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: https://www.amazon.com/The-Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho-audiobook/dp/B000BO2D3C/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21N1RB106JSVW&dchild=1&keywords=the+alchemist&qid=1600313127&sprefix=the+alc%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1 The War of Art by Steven Pressfield: https://www.amazon.com/The-War-of-Art-Steven-Pressfield-audiobook/dp/B07PTBYH2G/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+war+of+art&qid=1600313262&s=audible&sr=1-1 The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende: https://www.amazon.com/The-House-of-Spirits-audiobook/dp/B01DKVIC8W/ref=sr_1_2?crid=G9PX3VPHVJ3E&dchild=1&keywords=isabel+allende&qid=1600313302&s=audible&sprefix=isabel+%2Caudible%2C157&sr=1-2 Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ Here's a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Here's a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for T-Shirts, Mugs and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: Gracias Amor - Orquesta Matecaña SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play and YouTube

#162 – 9/11 Never Forget (Re-release)
EIn this special edition episode of the Spun Today Podcast, you'll hear a collection of first hand experiences, from New Yorkers that lived through the events of 9/11. Memories are fleeting and have a way of fading away into a once-upon-a-time haze that we seldom revisit and when we do, they just seem like surreal experiences. I think that an important component to history not repeating itself, is continuing to share and speak about our learned experiences. Where were you during the events of 9/11? Special thanks to: Jacey Rosa, to my Father Segundo Ortiz, to David Ortiz, Janet Velez, Yudy Azurdia, Raul Azurdia, Zoila Ortiz, Elaine Almonte & Steven Almonte. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: 9/11: TIMELINE OF EVENTS: http://www.history.com/topics/9-11-timeline George W. Bush The Night of 9-11-01: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbqCquDl4k4 Angel in the Rubble: The Miraculous Rescue of 9/11's Last Survivor: https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Rubble-Miraculous-Rescue-Survivor/dp/1451635206/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504562087&sr=8-1&keywords=angel+in+the+rubble Elaine Almonte's Facebook Post: https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10100795821199994&id=26304929&set=a.836445090434.2248017.26304929 Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ Here's a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Here's a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for T-Shirts, Mugs and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song #1: So A Child May Follow – Damian Marley Outro Song #2: The Wilhelm Scream – James Blake SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play and YouTube

#161 – Immigration Nation, Joe Budden leaving Spotify, King of Staten Island, RIP Chadwick Boseman
EIn this episode I speak about the Netflix series; Immigration Nation, The Joe Budden Podcast split from Spotify and the movie; King of Staten Island. RIP Chadwick Boseman. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Immigration Nation: https://www.netflix.com/title/80994107 The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 375 | Views From The SPOT: https://youtu.be/BYVb34U0cp8 The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 376 | We're Not The Same: https://youtu.be/m9oVwp7y7rA The King of Staten Island: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9686708/ Chadwick Boseman clips and tributes: Avengers' Remember Chadwick Boseman: https://youtu.be/V6uMCcFtIg8 Joe Rogan Gets Emotional Remembering Chadwick Boseman: https://youtu.be/ETxKSuaskGc Can Chadwick Boseman Get the Bodega Boys in Black Panther 2? | Extended Interview | DESUS & MERO: https://youtu.be/V3wynirq6V8 Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ Here's a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Here's a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for T-Shirts, Mugs and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: James Brown – Get On Up SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play and YouTube

#160 – Writing Tip Compilation (1)
EIn this episode I share 5 Spun Today writing tips! These are lessons learned from other writers and creators, that I've applied to my own writing, and think the greater #WritingCommunity would benefit from. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Link to K.M. Weiland's Site & Newsletter: https://www.kmweiland.com/ 7 Types of Plot Twists: https://nybookeditors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/7-Types-of-Plot-Twists.pdf?inf_contact_key=cad934ece0bf78008a719fe358ff080ad6c0a920738c12a7c21ff7eb07361c2d The Notecard System: The Key For Remembering, Organizing And Using Everything You Read - https://ryanholiday.net/the-notecard-system-the-key-for-remembering-organizing-and-using-everything-you-read/ Ryan Holiday writing tip from this post: https://thoughtcatalog.com/ryan-holiday/2018/05/dont-fake-it-till-you-make-it-do-this-instead/ How to Figure Out Your Book's Genre: http://www.rockyourwriting.com/2013/06/how-to-figure-out-your-books-genre/ Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: J. Cole - Snow On Tha Bluff Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube

#159 – Beach Day with Pablo
EIn this episode I shoot the shit with my buddy Pablo, on the beach, in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: Follow Pablo on Twitter: @pabs711 & Instagram: @pabs711 Listen to episode #107 – Beach Day with Pablo iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spun-today-with-tony-ortiz/id924328532?i=1000419233754 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4guBXIzElUotcw1lICxhvJ F**k , That's Delicious S04E10 With Action Bronson - Bronx To Farm Cuisine | MUNCHIES & VICE TV: https://youtu.be/cwEjj6dALlk?t=420 Lillo Brancato Jr on 'Bronx Tale', Drug Addiction, Cop Getting Killed, Prison (Full Interview): https://youtu.be/-oqFY7vTEIM Atlanta: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/ Red Dawn: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087985/ Toy Soldiers: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103112/ The Movies That Made Us: https://www.netflix.com/title/80990849 Point Break: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102685/ Talking Sopranos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDUH23ccuK5a2rhKqE1HcEw Two dope scenes from True Romance: The Sicilian Scene: https://youtu.be/S3yon2GyoiM Fight scene Part 1: https://youtu.be/VxRpMphMmXM & Part 2: https://youtu.be/2l1hDC34gTc Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: Pedro Capó, Farruko - Calma Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube

#158 – Free -Writing Session
EIn this episode I share my May & June 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading as well as the MasterClasses that I've been taking. Finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe Links referenced in this episode: An Intuitive 4-Step Process for Creating Vibrant Scene Structure https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/scene-structure-a-framework/ Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-to-Strangers-audiobook/dp/B07NJCG1XS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HZKJHQLM49B1&dchild=1&keywords=talking+to+strangers+malcolm+gladwell&qid=1595393364&sprefix=talking+to+strangers%2Caps%2C260&sr=8-1 New Info About Sandra Bland Exposed in Cell Phone Video | NowThis: https://youtu.be/aGnENyG3Aq4 MasterClass Website: https://www.masterclass.com/ David Baldacci: https://www.davidbaldacci.com/landing-page/david-baldacci-about/ Potentiality: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/potentiality Unpacking Problems: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/unpackingproblems Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10 Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: Ozuna x Romeo Santos - El Farsante (Remix) Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com SpunToday Logo by: http://pcepeda.com/ Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube