Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

In this episode I speak about UFC 204, UFC 205, watching a childhood favorite movie of mine that I completely forgot existed; Toy Soldiers, starting to watch the USA show; Mr. Robot, a 'high-road' way out for Donald Trump and I also read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. Links referenced in this episode: Dan Henderson's Punch that became his Logo: https://cdn0.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/ElcSAhlxbBz3yxK_Ud1HdAmuU_o=/0x61:500x342/1600x900/cdn0.vox-cdn.com/imported_assets/762521/Dan-Henderson-Michael-Bisping-115.jpg Dan Henderson's Logo: http://fighterxfashion.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dan-henderson-ufc-173-walkout-shirt.jpg Toy Soldiers imdb: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103112/ Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Affirmative Action – The Firm Outro Song #2: Phone Tap – The Firm 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

As promised in Episode #057 of the Spun Today Podcast, I put together this little tutorial to show you exactly how to enter the Broadway ticket lottery. By doing so (and if you win) you can enjoy steeply discounted (80%-90% below regular price) Broadway Play tickets. There are no loopholes, no taxes, no fees, no bullsh*t. Best of all, it's 100% free to enter every day. Good Luck! Link to site: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/ To check out the full episode, listen to '#057 - Random Rant' which is available on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, iHeartRadio, tumblr, Pocketcasts, Overcast or any of your other favorite Podcatchers.

In this episode I speak about season two of the Netflix series Narcos, the first Presidential debate, Central Intelligence; the Movie, getting to watch three Broadway Plays (yes 3: On Your Feet, The Lion King & An American in Paris) within two weeks, and a thought on the Black Lives Matter movement. Links referenced in this episode: Pablo Escobar death photo, real life vs. Narcos: http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2016/05/03/01/33C1574A00000578-0-image-a-7_1462234237089.jpg Broadway Ticket Lottery link: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/ Based on a True True Story? Scene-by-scene breakdown of Hollywood films: http://www.informationisbeautiful.net/visualizations/based-on-a-true-true-story/ Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed): www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine - Anything for You Outro Song #2: The Lion King - Circle Of Life Outro Song #3: An American in Paris - I've Got Beginner's Luck 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 finding my Kindergarten Progress Report (Report Card), a previously unreleased George Carlin comedy special that just came out, reading the Back to the Future screenplay and I also read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. Links referenced in this episode: GEORGE CARLIN'S SHOCKING PRESCIENCE ON THE NIGHTS BEFORE 9/11: http://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/george-carlins-shocking-prescience-on-the-nights-before-911 Back to the Future Screenplay: http://www.imsdb.com/scripts/Back-to-the-Future.pdf Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Watch Out Now – The Beatnuts Outro Song #2: Off The Books – The Beatnuts feat. Big Pun & Cuban Link Outro Song #3: No Escapin' This – The Beatnuts 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 finale of an HBO mini-series; The Night Of, getting to see The Prophets of Rage, the new TUF season and a message to the new UFC owners. Links referenced in this episode: Juliette Lewis Rock Doc: Hard Lovin' Woman - http://www.redbull.tv/film/AP-1MSJGDHQ51W11/hard-lovin-woman Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Rage Against The Machine - Killing In the Name 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 an Episode 054 SpunToday Podcast Extra Something that resonated with me that I should have mentioned in that episode, is that wrongful convictions can happen to anyone. People from all walks of life. I think some of us may have a propensity to think that these wrongfully convicted folks must have done something 'wrong enough' to be mixed up with the possibility of being convicted, and that's often not the case. At least not in the cases I've been listening to. To check out the full episode, listen to #054 - Random Rant

In this episode I speak about UFC 202, an HBO mini-series; The Night Of (yes again. It's that good!), the Netflix original series; Stranger Things, I finished reading Steven Pressfield's latest book; Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t, joining my first writing community; Figment and I share a book review-getting tip that has been (slowly) working for me and lastly, a thought on gun control reform. Links referenced in this episode: Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t by Steven Pressfield: http://shop.blackirishbooks.com/products/nobody-wants-to-read-your-sh-t Check out the Figment Writing Community: http://figment.com/ Check out the Production company of Joseph Gordon-Levitt: https://www.hitrecord.org/ Actual Innocence Podcast: http://www.actualinpod.com/ Innocence Project: http://www.innocenceproject.org/#causes Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: 22 Two's – Jay-Z Outro Song #2: 44 Four's – Iron Solomon 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 latest HBO mini-series; The Night Of and the Netflix show; Orange is the new Black. I share a quote from Steven Pressfields' new book; Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t, and a clip from Malcolm Gladwells' new Podcast; Revisionist History. I also sneak in some Political talk (Hillary, Bernie, DNC, RNC, etc.). I read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/ and I also read the Spun Today questionnaire response filled out by Amazon Bestselling Fantasy Author Joshua Robertson. Links referenced in this episode: Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t by Steven Pressfield: http://shop.blackirishbooks.com/products/nobody-wants-to-read-your-sh-t Malcolm Gladwell's Podcast – Revisionist History: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/revisionist-history/id1119389968?mt=2&i=373212804 I Side With (Presidential Candidate Quiz): https://www.isidewith.com/elections/2016-presidential-quiz Joshua Robertson YouTube Channel for Gamers, Writers & Nerds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKbNu6bLlOMBHXu8gNTB9cg Check out Joshua Robertson's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Robertson/e/B00RHAMPHM/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1470826358&sr=1-1 Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Hallelujah – Jeff Buckley 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 wife about our recent wedding. We discuss what it's like to get married at City Hall in New York, and how we threw a reception that we were very pleased with, on a reasonable budget. If you're thinking of walking-the-plank soon, listen in on this episode and see if you can take some gems from our experience to make yours that much better. Links referenced in this episode: Fill out my 5-question survey 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). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: Marry Me by Train 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 200, The OJ Simpson documentary; OJ Made in America, getting to see The Book of Mormon on Broadway, a back to the Future Documentary that I saw on Netflix, and the new Steven Pressfield book that I'm reading; Nobody wants to read your Sh*t. Links referenced in this episode: Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t by Steven Pressfield: http://shop.blackirishbooks.com/products/nobody-wants-to-read-your-sh-t Philando Castile, 32, shot and killed by Police Officer in Minnesota: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqROP_T5jyM Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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 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). Outro Song #1: In The Air Tonight by Phil Collins Outro Song #2: Asi es la Vida by Luis Enrique Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about my first camping experience, bike riding, watching the Documentary: Meet the Patels on Netflix, and tips from the Book: Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott, which I recently finished. Links referenced in this episode: Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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 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). Outro Music: Imagine Remix by John Lennon, Nas & Pitbull: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-p96ln5l-8 Imagine (Original) by John Lennon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVg2EJvvlF8 Audio Book Excerpt from: Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott:https://www.amazon.com/Bird-Some-Instructions-Writing-Life/dp/B00DD662JQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1467168010&sr=1-1&keywords=bird+by+bird&refinements=p_n_feature_browse-bin%3A1240885011 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I speak about UFC 199 (one of the unexpected-best cards I've ever seen), and a few documentaries & movies that I've recently seen: Citizen Four which is a Biographical Documentary about NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden and when he first reached out to and met Journalist Glenn Greenwald. Where to Invade Next: a Documentary film by Michael Moore, where he 'invades' other countries to steal their good ideas in relation to health, education, work, etc. The Martian with Matt Damon where he plays an Astronaut that is accidentally stranded on Mars (yea, the Planet) and has to try to survive with limited food and resources. Lastly, I speak about an epic Benjamin Franklin prank where he passed himself off as a mid aged widow and also about a book I just finished reading (listening to): Mindset by Carol Dweck. Links referenced in this episode: Link to all the Silence Dogood Letters: http://www.ushistory.org/franklin/courant/silencedogood.htm Growth Mindset [PDF]: https://www.aacu.org/sites/default/files/files/ild/symonette.makeassessmentwork.dweck_.pdf Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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 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). Outro Song #1: Guess Whos Bizzack by Fabolous (Feat. Broadway) Outro Song #2: Diamonds by Fabolous Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I speak about my recent east-coast road trip from New York to Philadelphia PA, Myrtle Beach SC, Orlando FL, Savannah GA, Virginia, and back to New York. I also speak about a few Stand-Up Comedy specials that I recently saw for the first time: Jim Gaffigan's 'Beyond the Pale' & 'Mr. Universe'. Also, Todd Barry's 'Crowd Work'. I share my thoughts on the whole male, female, transgender bathroom debate. I recently re-watched the movie: Contact with Jodie Foster, based on the novel by Carl Sagan, and I wrap up the show with my thoughts on that. Links referenced in this episode: The Wilkes House: http://mrswilkes.com/ Joanna Sloame provides a good video synopsis of the transgender bathroom issue: http://www.popsugar.com/news/Obama-Transgender-Bathroom-Laws-Video-41309669 11 states sue Pres. Obama over transgender bathroom guidance: http://www.msnbc.com/kate-snow/watch/11-states-sue-obama-over-bathroom-guidance-692785731857 Clip from Contact: Jodie Foster's mystical flight: https://youtu.be/7pfOFCUjmEU Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I speak about President Obama's final Correspondents Dinner. I also give you a sneak peak into my writing process by reading/going over a portion of the very first draft of a short story I'm writing that isn't even complete yet! No self-respecting writer ever lets anyone see their first draft notes … good thing I'm a whole different type of weirdo. Stay tuned for the finished short story, which should eventually be published at: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/ on a date yet tbd. Links referenced in this episode: Commedian-in-Chief Obama at 2016 White House Correspondents' Dinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hA5ezR0Kh80 Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I speak about Jon "Bones" Jones' recent return to the Octagon in UFC 197 and his upcoming rematch with Daniel Cormier to unify the title. Conor McGregors' recent "power play" and negotiations with UFC executives and a few TV shows & movies that I've recently watched (House of Cards on Netflix, Better call Saul on AMC, Barbershop 3, Deadpool and Concussion). Links referenced in this episode: Fill out my 5-question survey if you're passionate about your craft. I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

This is an excerpt from the book: Make Way for You. Feel free to check it out: http://www.spuntoday.com/books Avoid a Purposeless Journey I SPENT a large part of my life motivated by the wrong type of motivation. The wrong type of 'what success meant'. Always falling short of unattainable goals (while in that mind set) because the litmus test to gauge that success was and is a bad indicator. We shouldn't allow money and materials to dictate our drive … that's a purposeless journey. Those things are and should always be treated as being an added plus, a byproduct. Aside from the essentials (which to me are a given); Family, health, true Friendships … I've found myself realizing what true success is. What it is and means to me. To others it may be different, or not yet realized. Having a positive outlook is key. That's a prerequisite. Self-awareness and being centered. Knowing yourself, what you want and don't want and actually acting accordingly … not just going with the flow and waiting for change to come to you. Being aware of those around you and how you and your actions or inactions affect them. Dedication to craft … whatever it is that makes you feel like you, not the 'you' that you or others think you're supposed to be. That can be anything; writing, reading, drawing, painting, watching movies, filming movies, creating music, arts & crafts, jogging ... literally anything … studying, exercising, spirituality, volunteering, learning a particular language or learning more about a particular thing you heard about that peaked your curiosity … anything, but make sure you own it! Make it yours. Make it your thing – but only if and when you're able (which we all are) and willing to do it for you. That's how I find my happiness, my success. How you choose to measure it from there is just as important too. Because those tangible results are measurable and quantifiable but this in itself isn't. You can consider it to be limited in that respect, or find it to be limitless. Most importantly though, I realized that it is an endless work-inprogress which is my general outlook on life. It can't ever be seen as a scapegoat or some sort of rationalization for not achieving some arbitrary financial goal. That's that wrong motivation talking. The process, the outlook, is the goal in and of itself. Sure we have needs and wants and desires, but think in terms of: 'If you build it – they will come' … without that truly trivial end goal as your motivation. Music: Possible by Ross Bugden:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWjgsepyE8I

In this episode I read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also get into Tesla’s new Model 3 (which is priced at 35K), Space X & Nasa’s historic and successful landing of a rocket at Sea, watching Cosmos with Neil deGrasse Tyson on Netflix, and getting to see Duncan Trussell live at Gramercy Theatre in NYC. Links referenced in this episode: Check out the Tesla Model 3: https://www.teslamotors.com/model3 SpaceX lands historic rocket at Sea: https://www.theguardian.com/science/video/2016/apr/09/spacex-falcon-9-rocket-successfully-lands-on-ocean-platform-video Space X delivers world’s 1st inflatable room for astronauts Article: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_SCI_SPACE_STATION?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I speak about a couple YouTube shows that I'm into; Dana White's Lookin' for a Fight via the UFC channel and Action Bronson's Fuck that's Delicious via the Vice channel. I speak about a new character development feature I'm messing with on Scrivener, some 2016 election info, Federal Reserve stress tests and the possibility of a deep recession between 2016-2019 per Economist and Investor John Mouldin. Links referenced in this episode: John Mouldin's website (sign up to his free Newsletter "Thoughts from the Frontline" if you want to better understand Wall Street, Global Markets and the drivers of the world economy): http://www.mauldineconomics.com Dana White: Lookin' for a fight YouTube show: http://youtu.be/_9bPA38TaJ0 Action Bronson's Fuck that's Delicious: http://youtu.be/jYCNjMnzWiE Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

This is an excerpt from the book: Make Way for You. Feel free to check it out: http://www.spuntoday.com/books TAKING THE POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE ROUTE THINGS CAN always be worse, but they can always be better too. It’s up to you to decide which route to take when you reach that fork in your decision – making road. Of course things are going to happen that are out of your control or that set you off course and take you in a different direction than you intended to be going in … but that’s when your resolve and dedication to your path kick into over-drive … or doesn’t. It may seem nonsensical, but your mood and general outlook play a general guiding role in that. If you decide to beat yourself up and dwell on the negativity, you’re refusing to move forward. Even if you think you are, or are capable of still moving forward, you’re not. You’re fooling yourself. That negativity snowballs and grabs other negative aspects of your life and areas that you feel you can be doing better in, and brings them to the forefront of your mind. Misery loves company, right? Negativity comes in all different shapes and sizes, colors and textures, so it may be hard to recognize … but you can train yourself to. Cleanse yourself of it wherever and whenever possible. Hate, jealousy, envy, greed, self-doubt, self-loathing, are all forms of negativity. – They all exist but don’t have to. Flip it on them. Substitute in; love, trust, admiration, generosity, belief in yourself, pride - But not the selfish stubborn kind, the motivating ‘I can do this’ kind. The former is just negativity disguised. Just like the negativity snowballs, so does the positivity. Set the course of which way it goes, by the choices you make. And again, there’s no exact right and wrong, good and bad. There’s just right & wrong and good & bad – for you. You decide what that means. Do away with the negative thoughts and actions, negative beliefs and people. Each and every one of those are dispensable if you’re trying to be positive … they’re just negativity disguised. Does positivity disguise itself too? Music: Epic Inspirational - Music by e-soundtrax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMcC5a8k57U

In this episode I read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. Full disclosure: If you’re a “anti micro-aggression” advocate then this episode is not for you (also, go fuck yourself). I also speak about episode 3 of the Vice show Weediquette by Krishna Andavolu, the Iron Solomon vs. Dizaster battle on KOTD and the current book I’m reading: Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Links referenced in this episode: Weediquette Episode 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1gn03MBIaw Iron Solomon vs. Dizaster Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yi8YiZrSmaM Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

March is Multiple Sclerosis awareness month. MS is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering (Myelin Sheath) of the nerves throughout the Central Nervous System. Since the specific regions where the Myelin is damaged is random, symptoms experienced vary vastly. In this episode I speak with my fiancée Zoila, about her first hand experience of having MS. We cover her symptoms early on before she knew what was wrong, which ranged from extreme fatigue to limb numbness to losses of balance and bladder control issues. We spoke about the medications she has used; Glatiramer by injection (Copaxone) and Fingolimod (Gilenya). Millions of people around the world have been diagnosed with MS. Studies have shown anecdotal genetic links as well as environmental ones, but nothing concrete, hence it being dubbed the “mystery disease”. There is no known cause or cure. According to the Mayo Clinic, there are fewer than 200,000 U.S. cases per year. This is our attempt at spreading awareness. Thanks for checking it out. Links referenced in this episode: What is Multiple Sclerosis video from ASAP Science: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Naecv3h868c To donate for MS research or partake in activities like Bike MS, Walk MS, or just to learn more, check out the National MS Society: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/ Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

This is an excerpt from the book: Make Way for You. Feel free to check it out: http://www.spuntoday.com/books How will you use your 24 Hours? CATCH UP mode. You can’t really make up for lost time … it’s over, it’s done. But you can absolutely change your downward trajectory and begin to aim upward. Get yourself into a groove. Into the zone. Your zone. Where only you can be. A one person, unique membership. A one-of-a-kind place whose replica doesn’t exist. It can’t exist. You make it what it is, what it can be and what it can’t be. No more excuses. Find the time. Make the time for whatever it is that you need to do for you. Whatever goal you have. Begin to put in the work … now. No, literally right now. We all get 24 hours each day … how will you choose to use yours? Music: Possible by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BY0U432m8W0

This is an excerpt from the book: Make Way for You. Feel free to check it out: http://www.spuntoday.com/books Let Yourself Out THE GREATEST version of yourself is dying to come out. It’s practically oozing out of your pores. But you stifle it. You stop it. You postpone it. You get in your own way, piling up hurdle upon hurdle, instead of clearing the path to allow you to rise from the ashes of your unfulfilled self. Break that trend and stop that trajectory. You’re digging a hole so deep for yourself that before you know it - will become the grave of the life that could’ve been. Build up to the you that you need to become. We elevate each other by lifting ourselves. It’s your duty, your calling not to squander it. We’re all in this together but it begins and ends with you. Don’t waste that talent. Nurture it and allow it to have the everlasting ripple-effect impact that it was meant to have. Throw a pebble of effort into the pool of the universe each day … and lets get started. Music: Without Limits by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhIeTzW9iWw&ebc=ANyPxKpVUZFogOzlvRYtB1JmTlg

In this episode I speak a bit about the UFC and a recent matchup between Anthony “Rumble” Johnson & Ryan “Darth” Bader. Superbowl 50, and two movies I recently saw: Spotlight and The Cobbler. I speak about my experience watching Marlon Wayans at Caroline’s on Broadway and also a recent (but old) Comedy special that I saw for the first time from Sebastian Maniscalco which can be seen on Netflix: What’s wrong with you people? I also speak about the importance of getting money out of Politics, I reference Citizens United as well as the Buckley v. Valeo decision that led to it and how important it is that our next President may have to appoint up to three Supreme Court Justices (Note that this episode was recorded prior to the death of Justice Scalia…RIP). Lastly, I also speak about how Adnan Syed’s original Attorney, Cristina Gutierrez was the Bill Cosby of Lawyers. Links referenced in this episode: Great article by Victor Tiffany, that sums this situation up nicely: http://www.amendmentgazette.com/2012/07/14/analysis-first-amendment-conquers-all/ Buckley v. Valeo Decision:https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/424/1 Justice Kennedy Citizens United Decision: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/html/08-205.ZS.html Song that Drowned out my free speech: Lucifer by Jay-Z - https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/lucifer/id358057502?i=358057972&at=11lNoa&mt=1&app=music Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I break down (to the best of my ability) how Elections work. Specifically the Presidential election that we’re in the midst of here in the United States. Ever wonder what a Primary is? A Caucus? The Electoral College? Ever wonder if Super Delegates are just Delegates that wear capes? If you’re into Politics at all, or just want a better understanding of the ‘nuts and bolts’ of how the current system is set up, then stick around for a while. Links referenced in this episode: Now I Get It: Caucuses vs. Primaries - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qc2pFCHW8aM U.S. presidential elections easily explained (explainity® explainer video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-4Sfn_ti-U Does your vote count? The Electoral College explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468 Do You Understand the Electoral College? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6s7jB6-GoU Some stats from: https://ballotpedia.org/2016_presidential_nominations:_calendar_and_delegate_rules Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.amazon.com 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 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I randomly rant about UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz, the movies: The Hateful Eight & The Big Short. A cool website I just found out about (I may be late to the party but just in case I’m not the only one: http://www.humansofnewyork.com/). I also speak about the Democratic Town Hall that aired on January 25th, 2016 and read a couple of Zen stories from Zen Flesh Zen Bones, that resonated with me; #83 & #95. Links referenced in this episode: Purchase Zen Flesh, Zen Bones: http://www.amazon.com/Zen-Flesh-Bones-Collection-Writings/dp/0804831866/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1450122582&sr=1-1&keywords=zen+flesh+zen+bones Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday 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: www.itunes.apple.com 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). Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I read and reflect on some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about the Making a Murderer documentary and Tom Segura’s new Comedy Special ‘Mostly Stories’ on Netflix. I speak a bit about Barack Obama’s final State of the Union speech, The Revenant and Leo finally winning an Oscar and also read off a couple of pieces that resonated with me from Zen Flesh Zen Bones; #63, #75 & #76. Links referenced in this episode: Trump vs. Bernie Debate! (James Adomian & Anthony Atamanuik): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGRAonpLeQg Purchase Republic Lost: Link Here Purchase Zen Flesh Zen Bones: Link Here Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

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). Links referenced in this episode: Purchase my first publication: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way The e-book version is FREE for all Kindle Unlimited subscribers through March of 2016. The e-book is also supported by all other e-readers and there is a Paperback coming very soon (it may be available already). Check it out HERE and let me know what you think. Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link to support the Podcast: www.amazon.com Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: www.itunes.apple.com Song that the guy with headphones is listening to and raping along with in the story: Heart of the City (Aint No Love) by Jay-Z Outro Song: Mi Burrito Savanero by Coral Voces Blancas Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I randomly rant about UFC 194, the Latin Explosion Doc on HBO and the parallels I see with attempts to keeping out Syrian refugees, etc. I speak about the movie Nightcrawler with Jake Gyllenhaal that I finally saw (I know, I know…took me long enough). I also speak a bit about the Jets taking over New York and beating the Giants and using that momentum to demolish the Titans the week after. I also read a couple of questionnaires that were submitted this week by two writers; Amy Marcello and by another person that chose to remain anonymous. Enjoy and Happy Holidays! Links referenced in this episode: Purchase Zen Flesh, Zen Bones: http://www.amazon.com/Zen-Flesh-Bones-Collection-Writings/dp/0804831866/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1450122582&sr=1-1&keywords=zen+flesh+zen+bones Outro Song: Jose Feliciano – Feliz Navidad Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I read/review some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about Thanksgiving, watching the movies True Romance, Hamburger Hill and Creed. The Vice episode where President Obama (@POTUS) visits a Federal Prison and speaks about issues with the current prison/legal system in the U.S. I’m taking a 10 part online Photography course via Shaw Academy and I speak a bit about that, I speak about Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) announcing his retirement and also read off a couple of pieces that resonated with me from the Tao Te Ching; #57 & #64. Links referenced in this episode: Shaw Academy; Practical Professional Online Education: http://www.shawacademy.com/ Kobe Bryant’s letter - Dear Basketball: http://www.theplayerstribune.com/dear-basketball/ Purchase the Tao Te Ching: http://www.amazon.com/Tao-Te-Ching-Illustrated-Journey/dp/0711229643/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1449009087&sr=8-3&keywords=tao+te+ching Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: www.iTunes.com Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about the UFC 193: Rousey vs Holm upset. Going to see my favorite Basketball player; Kobe Bryant play live for the first time before he retires, watching Aziz Ansaris new show on Netflix; Master of None, Watching an HBO Miniseries; Show Me A Hero, which is based on the True Story of Nick Wasicsko, the youngest big-city Mayor in America. I saw the movie; The End of the Tour, which is a Drama/Biography based on the True Story of Writer & Journalist David Lipsky interviewing author David Foster Wallace for Rolling Stone Magazine. Check out Wallace’s famed commencement speech; This Is Water if you haven’t already (it’s a really good one). I went to see the hilariously prolific Bill Burr at MSG, I read two more readings from the Tao Te Ching; #33 & #44, and lastly I read and go over another Spun Today questionnaire submission by: Christa @GirlOxygen. Links referenced in this episode: This Is Water – David Foster Wallace Commencement Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CrOL-ydFMI Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and YouTube

In this episode I read/review some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about making my nieces 1st Bday Cake (thanks YouTube), watching ‘The Sacred Science’ documentary for free thanks to www.reset.me. I watched Chinatown for the first time (regularly rated as the best Screenplay ever written). This years World Series (LGM!), taking a day off and going to Forest Park in my hometown of Queens, NY to take some Autumn pics (that you can see at www.spuntoday.com/photography), a cool new YouTube channel I stumbled upon from Evan Carmichael: https://www.youtube.com/user/ModelingTheMasters which compiles a list of ‘Top 10 Rules for Success’ from various interviews of people like Jay-Z, Eminem, Warren Buffet and Bruce Lee. Lastly I share two excerpts from the book I’m currently reading that resonated with me and that I think are dope; Tao Te Ching #10 & #17. Links referenced in this episode: The Sacred Science Documentary: http://www.thesacredscience.com/film_screening/ Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: www.itunes.com Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review some free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about watching Waking Up with Sam Harris, Season one of Narcos on Netflix and Project Greenlight on HBO. I went to my yearly Tailgate (Lets go Jets!). I watched the first Democratic Presidential Debate (watch it here if you’d like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr1KJR5UZjM, as well as the second Republican debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehRCd7f5RJc. I also saw Amy Schumer’s HBO special: Live at the Apollo (hilarious). Lastly, on my quest for the perfect cup o’ joe, I found a great seasonal coffee, listen to find out which. Links referenced in this episode: JP Morgan Chase Fourth Quarter Financial Report: https://investor.shareholder.com/jpmorganchase/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=891204 Wall Street Journal article by Stephen Grocer about the Biggest Bank Settlements: http://www.wsj.com/articles/BL-MBB-21913 Uproxx article referencing Amy Schumer & Patrice O’Neal Jokes: http://uproxx.com/tv/2015/10/amy-schumer-joke-theft-patrice-oneal/2/ Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

Namaste. In this episode I tell you all about my second business trip to India (don’t worry the focus is on all the cool shit I got to do and see outside of work). I did less touristy stuff this time, and feel like I got more of a feel of the “real” India. Come along with me to the other side of the Planet! Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk The Short Film that I played the Audio of: Feelings of Longing. A Film by Ana Stefaniak Outro Song: Sky’s the Limit – Notorious BIG feat. 112

In this episode I read/review my attempt at writing a Poem, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/theres-greatness-there. I also speak about going to the Dominican Republic for an awesome wedding (that gave my fiancée the itch), reading ‘The Present’ by Spencer Johnson and beginning to read the Tao Te Ching, my Fantasy Football Draft, the Vice piece about cutting edge Cancer treatments, how you can get free Spun Today bookmarks, having to go back to India and lastly, I reflect on approaching my 1st full year of Podcasting. Check out The Present by Spencer Johnson: Purchase Book Here Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

This episode is a dedication to all of my favorite Podcasts. I read through and reflect on a few of my favorite episode excerpts that I’ve transcribed and located here http://www.spuntoday.com/odetopodcasts/ for your reading pleasure, and share some writing tips I’ve come across. Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/.I also speak about how I changed an inverter transformer on my Samsung TV myself for $15. Thanks to the power of YouTube and eBay. Watching the movies Trainwreck and Avengers: Age of Ultron. I speak a little bit about the first Republican Presidential debate. Lawrence Lessig on why Donald Trump is Good for Democracy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPWqbsCLAa4&feature=youtu.be #TYT Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com 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 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Outro Song: Redemption Song - Bob Marley Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

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 I also speak about Ronda Rousey and UFC 190, taking a day off to go to Coney Island beach, I speak about a few new Podcasts that I’ve been listening to lately, my background in real estate and the origins of this story. The Blackout Documentary I mentioned (shout out to @JosephVecsey for putting me on): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wcbw39Pyd0 Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

This episode is the promo for the upcoming audio book of the Short Story; Lecture Hall. If you want to read the story, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/lecturehall Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:10.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:115%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also share the questionnaire feedback answered by Model, Writer & Painter Margaux Brooke. Follow her on Twitter @MargauxBrooke. I also share the questionnaire feedback answered by Writer, Martial Artist, University Professor and Host of The Drunken Taoist Podcast Daniele Bolelli. Follow him on Twitter @DBolelli. For more info on Margaux check out: http://margauxbrooke.tumblr.com/ For more info on Daniele check out: http://thedrunkentaoist.com/ Check out Daniele’s Books: Author Daniele Bolelli Subscribe to one of my favorite Podcasts: The Drunken Taoist Podcast ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I release the final two (out of five) separate recordings from my recent business trip to India (don’t worry the focus is on all the cool shit I got to do and see outside of work). Come along with me on my first trip to the other side of the Planet! Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Song used after intro and between recordings: Suraj Hua Maddham - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0zKs8i7Nc8 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Song used after outro: Mere Sapno Ki Rani | Sanam - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrpRI8NyulE

In this episode I release three (out of five) separate recordings from my recent business trip to India (don’t worry the focus is on all the cool shit I got to do and see outside of work). Come along with me on my first trip to the other side of the Planet! Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Song used between recordings: Andala Rakshasi - Yemito Ivale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbCbho7aLYw

This is the first “episode” that I ever recorded. Unreleased until now. In this episode I shoot the shit with one of my closest and long time friend, Steve. We both try and get a feel for Podcasting while having the same random conversation we’d be having off-air. Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also share the questionnaire feedback answered by Science-fiction and Fantasy author David Kristoph. Follow him on Twitter @DavidKristoph. Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I break the free-writing and audio book trends of the Podcast, and randomly rant about shit that’s on my mind. I speak about the 5-boro bike tour again, the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight, the Jon Jones situation and other upcoming UFC fights. Fill out my 5-question survey if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ Outro song credit: Eminem -‘Till I Collapse Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: www.Amazon.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about The 5 Boro Bike Tour in NYC (a yearly, 40 mile Cycling Marathon of 32 Thousand Cyclists and 0 Cars). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/. I also speak about meeting Joe Rogan, Ari Shaffir and Tony Hinchcliffe. Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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

Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language:JA;} This episode is a collection of all of the “Bloopers” I pulled out from editing the audio book version of the Short Story; Nostrand Ave. It's the 'behind the scenes' of the making of the audio book. Every 'um', burp and misread sentence. If you want to read the story, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/nostrandave. To listen to the edited audio book Podcast, check out episode #017 – Nostrand Ave (Audio Book). Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Nostrand Ave. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/nostrandave I also spoke a little about my quest for the perfect coffee, bike riding and the five-borough tour I’m training for. Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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

In this episode I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/ Agua de Avena (Oatmeal Water) Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaiHoZ_D6HM Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed):www.crated.com/spuntoday Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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