Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

In this episode I speak about the historic 'Launch America,' which is the first time in history that Astronauts were launched to the international space station in a commercial vessel. I also speak about the show Dave, and the movie Molly's Game. 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: What Is the International Space Station? https://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/k-4/stories/nasa-knows/what-is-the-iss-k4.html Making History: NASA and SpaceX Launch Astronauts to Space! (#LaunchAmerica Success May 30, 2020): https://youtu.be/pMsvr55cTZ0 Launch Recap: NASA and SpaceX fly Astronauts to the Space Station: https://youtu.be/22BXPLkyocw Neuralink: https://www.neuralink.com/ Lil Dicky - $aving Dat Money (Documentary): https://youtu.be/zkXpb20b-NQ Lil Dicky - $ave dat money music video: https://youtu.be/yvHYWD29ZNY Dave: https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/dave Molly's Game: https://www.netflix.com/title/80199959 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: Lil Dicky - $ave Dat Money feat. Fetty Wap and Rich Homie Quan 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

In this episode I sit down and speak with Amanda Lucas. She is a Middle School ELA Teacher, a Writer and Podcaster. We delve into her experiences as a teacher, ranging from carefully curating curriculum, to dealing with bullying, managing parent expectations, teaching in a post-COVID world and so much more. We also speak about her going from being a free-lance writer to having a featured article in Parents magazine, while still being an intern! She is also ½ of the hosts of the Podcast Ch! The teaching podcast for teachers who teach. 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 Amanda's Podcast: Ch! Wherever you listen to podcasts. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ch/id1443818572 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3HLRAzQJiplVcsv68Ce0W0?si=YgEBWrKZSfeGK8nnA11dBw Follow the Podcast on IG: @chcast Follow Amanda on IG: @itzmeamandalee Gotham Writers: https://www.writingclasses.com/ Parents Magazine: https://www.parents.com/parents-magazine/ Meredith Corporation: https://www.meredith.com/national-media/brands Check out Leli's Magical Stitches: https://vimeo.com/80441330 Articles by Amanda: https://www.smilesforall.com/first-grade-first-love/ https://www.parents.com/baby/gear/sling/how-to-buy-a-backpack-carrier1/ https://www.parents.com/baby/gear/sling/14-baby-carriers/ Check out Elizabeth Acevedo's website: http://www.acevedowrites.com/ Some of the books referenced in this episode: I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Perfect-Mexican-Daughter/dp/1524700517/ref=sr_1_1?crid=7SGY6YEGY648&dchild=1&keywords=i%27m+not+your+perfect+mexican+daughter&qid=1592881345&sprefix=i%27m+not+your+per%2Caps%2C155&sr=8-1 How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay (The Tia Lola Stories): https://www.amazon.com/Lola-Came-Visit-Stay-Stories/dp/0440418704/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=tia+lola&qid=1592881392&sr=8-1 Fever 1793: https://www.amazon.com/Fever-1793-Laurie-Halse-Anderson/dp/0689848919/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Fever+1793&qid=1592881188&sr=8-1 Night: https://www.amazon.com/Night-Elie-Wiesel/dp/0374500010/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1CF64KYF0BMZM&dchild=1&keywords=night+by+elie+wiesel&qid=1592883611&sprefix=night+by+%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 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: The Climb – Miley Cyrus 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

In this episode I speak about the deliberate murder of George Floyd and the systems in place that facilitated the occurrence. 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: 8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: How George Floyd Was Killed in Police Custody: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/31/us/george-floyd-investigation.html Chauvin And 3 Former Officers Face New Charges Over George Floyd's Death https://www.npr.org/2020/06/03/868910542/chauvin-and-3-former-officers-face-new-charges-over-george-floyds-death Comptroller Stringer to Mayor de Blasio: Cut $1.1 Billion in NYPD Spending Over Four Years and Reinvest in Vulnerable Communities and Vital Services https://comptroller.nyc.gov/newsroom/comptroller-stringer-to-mayor-de-blasio-cut-1-1-billion-in-nypd-spending-over-four-years-and-reinvest-in-vulnerable-communities-and-vital-services/ Actual letter to the Mayor of NYC: https://comptroller.nyc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/6.4.20-Letter-to-Mayor-de-Blasio.pdf?utm_source=Media-All&utm_campaign=c1d71b4e4b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_05_31_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_7cd514b03e-c1d71b4e4b-141571729 We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd | Patriot Act Digital Exclusive | Netflix https://youtu.be/i_FE78X-qdY We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd | Patriot Act Digital Exclusive | Netflix https://youtu.be/i_FE78X-qdY Central Park Karen And Killer Cops | Andrew Schulz https://youtu.be/2xjOWrYJ6VA Riots, Looting & Why Whites Love Cops | Andrew Schulz https://youtu.be/HkCBPHedjyQ Killer Mike Speaks To Atlanta Protesting George Floyd's Death. Unfiltered. https://youtu.be/5-ib1w4YrS8 Community Outreach https://www.spuntoday.com/otherstuff/community-outreach https://youtu.be/1cJIF2_UfeA A Disappointing Time https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/adisappointingtime 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: Dead Prez - For the Hood 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

In this episode I speak about the Joe Rogan & Spotify $100+ Million Dollar deal, the first live sporting event since COVID: UFC 249, a Coronavirus update from me, and finally watching Better Call Saul season 5. 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: Articles about the Joe Rogan-Spotify Deal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/spotify-strikes-exclusive-podcast-deal-with-joe-rogan-11589913814 https://www.rollingstone.com/pro/news/spotify-joe-rogan-exclusive-deal-1003773/ https://www.theguardian.com/media/2020/may/24/spotify-podcast-deal-the-joe-rogan-experience https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/entertainment-arts-52736364 Statista: https://www.statista.com/statistics/373814/cable-news-network-viewership-usa/ Rogan Knows Best | Brilliant Idiots with Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz https://youtu.be/TPONVXDfkdM UFC 249 Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-249 Better Call Saul: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032476/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt 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: Niña Dioz - Salsa (Remix) ft. Go 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

In this episode I share my March & April 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about 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: MasterClass Website: https://www.masterclass.com/ This week's writing tip: One Word and Done - https://stevenpressfield.com/2020/04/one-word-and-done/ Shonda Rhimes Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/shonda_rhimes_my_year_of_saying_yes_to_everything?language=en It'll Never Feel Like Work: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/itllneverfeellikework Hard to Make Change: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/hardtomakechange 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: Affirmative Action – The Firm 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

In this episode I speak about a couple Stand-up Comedy specials: Tom Papa's 'You're Doing Great' and Tom Segura's 'Ball Hog.' I also speak about a couple of Oscar nominated movies I recently watched: Ford vs. Ferrari and Parasite. 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: Tom Papa | You're Doing Great | Netflix Stand-Up Comedy Special Trailer: https://youtu.be/EB-L3ffRa5I Tom Segura: Ball Hog | Trailer | Netflix: https://youtu.be/ahT2DV-WURo FORD v FERRARI | Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/I3h9Z89U9ZA Finish Line Photo: https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/the-story-ford-1966-le-mans-victory Parasite [Official Trailer]: https://youtu.be/isOGD_7hNIY 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 Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: My Dad's Gone Crazy - Eminem 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

In this episode I share a Coronavirus update, I speak about a documentary called Scotch, I talk about Narcos (again because I missed a season), and some shows that I'm looking forward to get into during this quarantine. 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 Make It In America Intro: https://youtu.be/-sN49nNdE58 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 Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: Aloe Blacc – I Need A Dollar 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

In this episode I speak about a Coronavirus update, UFC 248, watching Hamilton on Broadway for the second time, watching 'Aint Too Proud on Broadway (the story about the Temptations), and the movie Uncut Gems. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Zoom Surprise: Some Good News with John Krasinski Ep. 2: https://youtu.be/oilZ1hNZPRM 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 Mugs, T-Shirts and more: https://viralstyle.com/store/spuntoday/tonyortiz Outro Song: The Temptations - Just My Imagination 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

In this episode I share my February 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading. 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. Links referenced in this episode: The Right Side of History by Ben Shapiro: https://www.amazon.com/Right-Side-History-Reason-Purpose/dp/B07NPVGXCQ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2K0NY1KICG6YI&keywords=the+right+side+of+history+ben+shapiro&qid=1585624786&sprefix=the+right+side+%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-2 The Ben Shapiro Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnQC_G5Xsjhp9fEJKuIcrSw Like a White Light going through a Prism: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/like-a-white-light-going-through-a-prism Follow Your Unique Light: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/follow-your-unique-light 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: Somewhere over the Rainbow - Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole 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

In this episode I speak about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Bert Kreischer's new standup comedy special: Hey Big Boy and Narcos Mexico (Season 3). The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1439 - Michael Osterholm: https://youtu.be/E3URhJx0NSw Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fabout%2Fsymptoms.html Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security: http://www.centerforhealthsecurity.org/resources/COVID-19/ The POTUS guidelines: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/03.16.20_coronavirus-guidance_8.5x11_315PM.pdf **Updated Link since above was removed: https://templatearchive.com/coronavirus-guidance/ WorldOMeter: https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/ Bert Kreisher's Hey Big Boy trailer: https://www.netflix.com/title/81128796 Bert Kreischer is the Machine: https://youtu.be/8PAtFsJY5q0 Bert Kreischer's Tracy Morgan Story Animated: https://youtu.be/GlPzG3XlMF8 Narcos Mexico: https://www.netflix.com/title/80997085 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 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: Russ - BEST ON EARTH (Feat. BIA) 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

In this episode I speak about watching UFC 247, the results of Super Tuesday 2020 and the Comedy specials of Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America & Pete Davidson's Alive from New York. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: UFC 247 Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-247 Super Tuesday Results: https://www.politico.com/2020-election/results/super-tuesday/ Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America: https://www.netflix.com/title/81070659 Pete Davidson: Alive from New York: https://www.netflix.com/title/81073637 Live Your Truth: An Honest Conversation with Charlamagne Tha God and Pete Davidson: https://youtu.be/bJbqiHbusKY 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 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: Mr. Grace (Intro) – Royce 5'9 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

In this episode I sit down to chop it up with Stephen Rodriguez aka Chef Papi. He is the creator of the famous Dominican Pizza, which has been featured in many events all over the country and around the world. He's also known for tons of other amazing dishes like his longaniza mac-n-cheese and a Philly cheesesteak whose cheese-pull caught the eye of the popular Instagram page devourpower, which ultimately landed him at a Food Network event. Listen in to hear about his upbringing, his influences, his experiences and learn about the work ethic that has gotten him to this point, and the life lessons he has learned along the way. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Follow Chef Papi on Instagram: @chefpapi_nyc Want to book Chef Papi for a private event? Contact: [email protected] DOMINICAN PIZZA! How it's made! | DEVOUR POWER: https://youtu.be/-rdRPX9q0nY Follow our host for this episode Aura on Instagram: @AuraCocina Check out the Earn Your Leisure Podcast episode with Chef Kelvin: https://youtu.be/ezATumunCmA 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 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 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: Nonstop - Drake 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

In this episode I share my December 2019 writing stats, my cumulative 2019 yearly writing stats & January 2020 writing stats. I also share a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading, I reflect on the untimely passing of Kobe Bryant and finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, dedicated to Kobe, which can be found here: spuntoday.com/freewriting/kobe8 & spuntoday.com/freewriting/kobe24 The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Today's Writing Tip: Critique: 10 Ways to Write a Better First Chapter Using Specific Word Choices Jay-Z by Michael Eric Dyson: https://www.amazon.com/JAY-Z-America-Michael-Eric-Dyson/dp/1250230969/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TURNIBRZ679K&keywords=jay-z+michael+eric+dyson&qid=1580967365&sprefix=jay-z+michael+eri%2Caps%2C-1&sr=8-1 The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman: https://www.amazon.com/Graveyard-Book-Neil-Gaiman/dp/0060530944/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the+graveyard&qid=1580967403&sr=8-2 Neil Gaiman - Inspirational Commencement Speech at the University of the Arts 2012: https://youtu.be/ikAb-NYkseI Ultimate Guide to Being a Freelancer [2020 Update] https://www.websiteplanet.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-being-a-freelancer/ Jimmy Fallon Remembers Kobe Bryant: https://youtu.be/aAByKcPJ5NQ The Wizenard Series: https://www.amazon.com/Wizenard-Training-Camp-Wesley-King/dp/1949520013/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/134-7267561-9676747?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1949520013&pd_rd_r=699ebb9b-4ea0-45b5-9a79-b534a046458a&pd_rd_w=INY3V&pd_rd_wg=VzjH2&pf_rd_p=fd08095f-55ff-4a15-9b49-4a1a719225a9&pf_rd_r=FG172Y4726PVCGA9R0YC&psc=1&refRID=FG172Y4726PVCGA9R0YC Podcast series "The Punies" https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL3RoZS1wdW5pZXM&episode=Y2IwOWI0MzAtYWQ4Zi0xMWU5LTg2ZWYtMDNmYWQ4MzA0YjFi&hl=en&ved=2ahUKEwj6o_rxmrznAhUylXIEHXgLBzsQjrkEegQIBhAE&ep=6 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: Fabolous - Black Mamba Freestyle [Kobe Bryant Tribute] 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

In this episode I speak about watching UFC 246, the documentary series; Killer Inside: The mind of Aaron Hernandez, and I also speak about Dave Chappelle receiving the Mark Twain Prize. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize: https://www.kennedy-center.org/pages/specialevents/marktwain Neal Brennan on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/NtccwlfdAmk Jon Stewart on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/FAJG0bzvx-Q Aziz Ansari on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/LDlAtwbuYDI Dave Chappelle acceptance speech: https://youtu.be/FwyeYmXjD1A 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 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: No me Interesa – Cultura Profetica 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

In this episode I speak about watching the final season of Orange is the New Black, a hip-hop doc called Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives, The Irishman and UFC 245. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 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: Shine – Bishop Gunn 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

In this episode I speak with my best friend, Steven Almonte, about entrepreneurship while we drive to his latest venture, Aura Cocina & Bar. Aura's cuisine is a modern Cuban-Asian fusion designed by celebrity chefs. The aesthetics of the locale, transport you into feeling like you're walking the streets of Havana. Listen in to find out how this vision came to fruition, as we also discuss Steven's other successful ventures like the Brooklyn staple; Caoba and Dominicana Cargo Express. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Follow Aura on Social: AuraCocina Follow Caoba on Social: Caoba_NYC or Caoba_Bistro DOMINICAN PIZZA! How it's made! | DEVOUR POWER: https://youtu.be/-rdRPX9q0nY Bushwick Daily article on Aura: https://bushwickdaily.com/bushwick/categories/food-and-drink/6368-aura-cocina-plans-to-bring-cuban-asian-fusion-to-the-breeze 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 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 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: Eminem - No Love 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

In this episode I share my November 2019 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading, I share a SpunToday questionnaire submitted by fellow Writer Francis Leggett. Finally, I read and reflect on one of my free-writing pieces, which can be found here: spuntoday.com/freewriting/bam The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Today's Writing Tip: Critique: 10 Ways to Write a Better First Chapter Using Specific Word Choices The 4-Hour WorkWeek by Tim Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=The+4-Hour+WorkWeek+by+Tim+Ferriss&qid=1576160545&sr=8-3 How Children Succeed by Paul Tough: https://www.amazon.com/How-Children-Succeed-Paul-Tough/dp/0544104404/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=How+Children+Succeed+by+Paul+Tough&qid=1576160510&sr=8-3 Dominicana by Angie Cruz: https://www.amazon.com/Dominicana-Novel-Angie-Cruz/dp/125020593X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=12LRIEXSHQLF0&keywords=dominicana+angie+cruz&qid=1576160465&sprefix=dominicana%2Caps%2C1489&sr=8-1 Check out Francis Leggett's books: https://francisleggett.bookmark.com/ Follow Francis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/francis_leggett 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: Bam – Jay-Z Ft. Damian Marley 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

In this episode I speak about watching the Joker movie, UFC 243 & UFC 244 and an off-Broadway play, adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Junot Diaz: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: La Breve y Maravillosa Vida de Oscar Wao. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Get tickets to the play here: https://repertorio.nyc/#/event/a0S0h00000RUQkfEAH Check out the Novel: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: https://www.amazon.com/Brief-Wondrous-Life-Oscar-Wao/dp/1594483299/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22Y0907CL6UBT&keywords=the+brief+wondrous+life+of+oscar+wao&qid=1574732031&sprefix=the+brief+%2Caps%2C494&sr=8-1 Todd Phillips interview: https://youtu.be/yX94qLX9Pv0 Israel Adesanya | Food Truck Diaries | BELOW THE BELT with Brendan Schaub: https://youtu.be/to8NjlTIv_g 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 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: Vampire Weekend - This Life 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

This 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! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. 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, Pocket Casts, Google Play and YouTube

In this episode my boy Abismael Gonzalez joins us. Abi is a Veteran of the United States Army, an active Senior Instructor in the Army National Guard, and a Port Authority Police Officer. He enlisted about a month before 9/11, the events of which would irreversibly shape our world. We take a deep dive into his experiences being deployed to Afghanistan for 12 months, followed by being deployed to Iraq for another 15 months. If you've ever wondered what War is really like … take a listen and join me in thanking Abi for his service. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 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 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: Crawling – Linkin Park 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 4E

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Fly. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/fly. I also speak about self-publishing my first book and the process that entailed. Happy Holidays to you and yours and may 2016 be the year that finally begins to bring your ambitions and desires to fruition (don't forget to work hard for them…it's kind of a key ingredient). *Original Release Date: December 31st, 2015* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode:Bottom of Form 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: Mi Burrito Savanero by Coral Voces Blancas: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/mi-burrito-savanero/id336739354?i=336739379&at=11lNoa&mt=1&app=music 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

In this episode I speak about creating my own Hot Ones episode and watching these three Comedy Specials: Dave Chappelle's Sticks & Stones, Andrew Schulz's Crowd Work Special & Bill Burr's Paper Tiger. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Hot Ones - Spun Today Edition: https://youtu.be/-iYMgYcCA84 Dave Chappelle's Sticks & Stones: https://www.netflix.com/title/81140577 THE CROWD WORK SPECIAL | Andrew Schulz | Stand Up Comedy: https://youtu.be/nS_6c4PyJvg Bill Burr's Paper Tiger: https://www.netflix.com/title/81060174 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 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: Never Let Me Down – Kanye West feat. Jay-Z 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

In this episode I speak about watching Cobra Kai season 2, Sneaky Pete Season 3, John Wick 3 & Once upon a time in Hollywood. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Cobra Kai Season 2 review and breakdown: https://youtu.be/lvgrUWCf5j0 Sneaky Pete cancellation: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/sneaky-pete-canceled-at-amazon-1215752 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 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: Young M.A. - PettyWap 2 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

In this episode I speak about watching two Broadway Plays: Hamilton & To Kill A Mockingbird. I also speak about trying out and riding a Revel electric scooter. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: How to get discounted Broadway Tickets: https://youtu.be/LAObU8cNceo 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 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 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: My Shot from the Hamilton Musical 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

In this episode I share my June & July 2019 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading, I share some results from ad marketing my debut Novel, FRACTAL and finally read and reflect on the first three (first draft) scenes of the continuation of FRACTAL. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Writing Tip: Benefits of a daily diary and topic journals: https://sivers.org/dj The 36-Hour Day: https://www.amazon.com/36-Hour-Day-sixth-Alzheimer-Dementias/dp/1421422239/ref=sr_1_2?crid=13LWH5GYG3B4L&keywords=the+36-hour+day&qid=1566351861&s=gateway&sprefix=the+36-hour%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-2 Advertise via BargainBooksy: https://www.bargainbooksy.com/sell-more-books-2/ 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: Ahora Tu – Eros Ramazzotti 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

In this episode I drive around with my good friend Elaine Almonte while I ask her all about her recent vacation across the pond. She shares stories about visiting Barcelona and Madrid in Spain, Morocco 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. Links referenced in this episode: 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 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: Josh Ritter - Homecoming 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

In this episode I speak about watching the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th seasons of Billions, the 2nd season of The Chi and Aziz Ansari's latest comedy special; Right Now. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 Bottom of Form 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: Xxplosive – Dr. Dre 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

In this episode I speak about my son, Aiden, turning 1. I speak about watching UFC 239 and the first of the 2019 Democratic Presidential debate. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 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: Sara Bareilles - I Choose You 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

In this episode I speak about UFC 238, watching the When They See Us mini-series, the movie US and comedian Chris Delia making it onto a Logic featuring Eminem song (Homicide). Check out my new color changing coffee mug! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 Chris Delia rapping like Eminem: https://youtu.be/mMKPwQXReHs Top of Form 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: Slave Mill – Damian Marley 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

In this episode I share my March, April & atrocious May 2019 Writing stats, a couple of writing tips that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading, I share my results of ad marketing my debut Novel and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.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. Links referenced in this episode: 20 of the Most Instructive Quotes About Writing https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/quotes-about-writing/ The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz The 22 immutable Laws of Marketing by Al Ries & Jack Trout 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: Ben Platt - Grow As We Go – Thanks for the reco Elo! 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

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Lecture Hall. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/lecturehall. *Original Release Date: August 13th, 2015* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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 Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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 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

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Elevator. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/elevator. *Original Release Date: January 26th, 2017* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Elliott Hulse - 3 Kinds Of People In Your Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyxeODanWJs 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 Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: To Leave Something Behind – Sean Rowe Outro Song #2: The Weary Kind – Ryan Bingham Outro Song #3: When I'm Gone - Eminem 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

In this episode I speak about TJ Dillashaw getting popped for injectable EPO, watching Vice, Ralph Breaks the Internet and a Documentary on Quincy Jones. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Christian Bale and Adam McKay talk "Vice," Dick Cheney's rise to power: https://youtu.be/VZQ7mM6d2ho 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: U.S.A. For Africa - We Are the World 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

In this episode I speak about the untimely death and senseless killing of Nipsey Hussle. I speak about a couple of instant classic fights that took place in UFC #236 and lastly I speak about watching the Green Book movie. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: LA Times: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/la-et-ms-nipsey-hussle-vector-90-victory-lap-20180228-story.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/nipsey-hussle-s-commitment-was-his-l-neighborhood-where-he-n989641 How rapper Nipsey Hussle gave back to the community that raised him: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Leut2AVEeI&feature=youtu.be Vector 90: https://www.vector90.com/ Since Nipsey owned his Masters, streaming his music = money that goes directly to his widowed wife and two children. Victory Lap Album: https://nipseyhussle.lnk.to/VictoryLapID UFC 236 Fight Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-236 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: Victory Lap – Nipsey Hussle feat. Stacy Barthe 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

In this episode I speak all about my journey in writing my debut Novel: Fractal. Listen to hear about how I came up with the idea, when I came up with the idea and much more. I tell you a bit about what the story is about, and how the sausage was made. Find out my roll out & marketing strategy, who I used for cover design, the tools I used, how I edited 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. Links referenced in this episode: Want to Purchase my Novel? Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ELZ9S1OXJJ87&keywords=fractal+a+time+travel+tale&qid=1554390761&s=gateway&sprefix=fractal+a+%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-1 Episode #047 of the Podcast where I speak about coming up with the idea that eventually became this story (also available on your favorite Podcatchers): https://youtu.be/wEihjsn39cc The Creative Penn: Joanna Penn's site and Podcast have been invaluable to me: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ The Story Grid: Planning to self-edit? Don't do it blind. Start here and listen to the Podcast as well: https://storygrid.com/ Book Description Generator for Amazon: https://kindlepreneur.com/amazon-book-description-generator/ Site's I'm going to use for Book Promo's during my free runs: http://www.jameshmayfield.com/book-promotions/ & https://www.freebooksy.com/for-the-authors/ 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Me olvidé de vivir - Julio Iglesias 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

In this episode I share my January & February 2019 Writing stats, a couple of writing tips that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.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. Links referenced in this episode: The 10-Step Checklist to Writing an Above-Average Novel https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/the-10-step-checklist-to-writing-a-better-than-average-novel/ The Villain Doesn't Change https://stevenpressfield.com/2019/01/the-villain-doesnt-change/ The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz: https://www.amazon.com/Brief-Wondrous-Life-Oscar-Wao/dp/1594483299/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?crid=2WPNMI8PE8AD0&keywords=the+brief+and+wonderous+life+of+oscar+wao&qid=1553135533&s=gateway&sprefix=the+brief+%2Caps%2C232&sr=8-1-fkmrnull 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Rolling in the Deep - Adele 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

In this episode I speak about a sh*t load of UFC MMA fights. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Georges St-Pierre talks retirement, UFC legacy in exclusive interview with Ariel Helwani | ESPN MMA: https://youtu.be/A2ZqyCsbbFo 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: It's So Hard – Big Pun ft. Donell Jones 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

In this episode I speak about Amazon choosing to leave NYC, tidbits from the Grammys, watching F is for Family on Netflix and a GQ series called Most Iconic Characters on YouTube. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Amazon's HQ2 deal with New York, explained: https://ny.curbed.com/2018/11/16/18098589/amazon-hq2-nyc-queens-long-island-city-explained How Amazon's Booming NYC Neighborhood Got Tax Perks Meant for the Poor: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2019-02-08/how-amazon-s-booming-nyc-neighborhood-got-tax-perks-meant-for-the-poor Ken Jeong Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ: https://youtu.be/ZSepCNhEWDA Jonah Hill Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ https://youtu.be/5qVIaa9Nr88 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Sing About Me – Kendrick Lamar 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

In this episode I speak about using 99 designs for the book cover design of my debut novel. I speak about watching Sebastian Maniscalco's latest comedy special; Stay Hungry, available on Netflix and watching Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan which is a Prime original series. Lastly, I speak about the Super Bowl and my favorite commercials during it. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 99 Designs: https://99designs.com 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Who Will Save Your Soul - Jewel 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

In this episode I share my December 2018 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I share a Spun Today questionnaire submitted by fellow Writer Miss Writer YL Gorman, I tell you about what I've been reading and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.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. Links referenced in this episode: Writing tip from: The Surprising Benefits of Journaling One Sentence Every Day https://jamesclear.com/journaling-one-sentence Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life: https://www.amazon.com/12-Rules-Life-Antidote-Chaos-ebook/dp/B01FPGY5T0/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1548211340&sr=1-1&keywords=jordan+peterson+12+rules+for+life Follow Miss Writer: @TheImprovisor The War of Art by Steven Pressfield: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield-ebook/dp/B007A4SDCG/ref=sr_1_3?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1548213599&sr=1-3&keywords=the+war+of+art 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Fallin' – Jay-Z 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

In this episode I speak about Bumping Mics on Netflix, which is a hilarious three half-hour episodes of Dave Attell & Jeff Ross cracking on each other on stage and doing crowd work. I also speak about watching the movie Birdbox, watching UFC 232 and finally I talk about my newly renovated, re-vamped for the new year website! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Dollhouse – Melanie Martinez 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

In this episode I speak about UFC Fight Night Kevin Lee vs Al Iaquinta, watching the show Mr. Robot, and the Office (for the first time). I also speak about New York State being on the path towards the legalization of marijuana. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: What's Free – Meek Mill feat. Rick Ross & Jay-Z 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

In this episode I share my October & November 2018 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.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. Links referenced in this episode: Writing tip from: http://www.filmslatemagazine.com/anatomy-of-a-scene-the-building-blocks-of-a-memorable-movie/ Lena Waithe's site: https://hillmangradnetwork.com/resources/ (I highly recommend Tails from the Script, which is currently available on Amazon) Sam Harris & Jordan Peterson - Vancouver – 1: https://youtu.be/jey_CzIOfYE 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Bad Meets Evil - Fast Lane ft. Eminem, Royce Da 5'9 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

This 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. Links referenced in this episode: 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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 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

In this episode I speak about John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons, The Degenerates Stand Up Comedy specials, Better Call Saul season 4, Homecoming starring Julia Roberts and Yoga & Meditation being introduced to children in Elementary schools. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons: https://www.netflix.com/title/80225421 The Degenerates | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgrPpI91-XI Better Call Saul Season 4: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032476/episodes?season=4 Homecoming starring Julia Roberts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FNZ35DV 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: 1st of tha Month – Bone Thugs N Harmony 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

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Ball & Chain by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/ballchain *Original Release Date: March 12th, 2015* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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 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

In this episode I speak about UFC 229 and the recent historical trade between the UFC and One Championship. I speak about a bunch of recent Comedy Specials including: Bert Kreischer's, Joe Rogan's, Adam Sandler's and an upcoming montage special of a fleet of savage comics. I also speak about watching Avengers Infinity War and the Venom movie. I speak about season six of OITNB and Ozark season two. Lastly, I circle back on the Pusha-T and Drake Rap beef, in-light of some new information from each side. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Historic trade between the UFC and One Championship: https://www.mmamania.com/2018/10/27/18032916/demetrious-johnson-ben-askren-react-to-historic-trade-between-ufc-and-one-mma UFC 229: Derrick Lewis Octagon Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_E6jXHMPs4 Bert Kreischer: Secret Time | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q4PLdoy3n8 Strange Times | Stand up Comedy Special Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5bx5DGr1o8 ADAM SANDLER: 100% FRESH | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRycjPiqiNg The Degenerates | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgrPpI91-XI Orange is the New Black: Season 6 | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtW-WNfM3r8 Ozark: Season 2 | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vHziRrCYqA Jason Bateman on Directing Himself in 'Ozark' | Close Up With THR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtydddtZiIY Who Told Pusha T About Drake's Baby? | The Joe Budden Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN26h4s-gS8 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Uber Driver Official Music Video – Adam Sandler 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

In this episode I share my August & September 2018 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I've been reading and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.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. Links referenced in this episode: Check out K.M. Weiland's site: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/ Drew Michael HBO Special: https://www.hbo.com/specials/drew-michael Black Privilege: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Privilege-Opportunity-Comes-Create/dp/B06WWKYJLT/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539748900&sr=8-1&keywords=black+privilege 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: Tracy Chapman - "Fast Car" 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

In this episode I speak about the Senate confirmation hearings of Judge Brett Kavanaugh, the possibility of the Federal Government arming teachers, UFC talk and watching the Stand Up Comedy special of Drew Michael, which was performed and recorded without an audience on HBO! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: Occidental College incident: https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a33751/occidental-justice-case/ Education Secretary considers arming Teachers: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/22/us/politics/betsy-devos-guns.html Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestling a Bear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjfOeLQG9-M Drew Michael HBO Special: https://www.hbo.com/specials/drew-michael 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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 Love College – Asher Roth 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

In this episode I speak about reading The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday, The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell, a very profitable investment by Kobe Bryant, the surprise Kamikaze album that Eminem dropped overnight as well as his four-part interview with Sway. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Links referenced in this episode: CocaCola Press Release about Body Armor Investment: https://www.coca-colacompany.com/press-center/press-releases/the-coca-cola-company-and-bodyarmor-announce-new-strategic-relat Dear Basketball Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlCrLyZnyfY Eminem x Sway - The Kamikaze Interview (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kqh3zNhC5Kg (there are 4 parts) Joyner Lucas - I'm Not Racist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43gm3CJePn0 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/ Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). 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: No Love – Eminem ft. Lil Wayne 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