Spun Today With Tony Ortiz

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 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 Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk 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 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  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 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

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

This episode is a collection of all of the “Bloopers” I pulled out from editing the audio book version of the Short Story; Ball & Chain.  This original story was born out of a writing exercise put forth by Stephen King in his illuminating work: On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. If you want to read the story, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/ballchain.  To listen to the edited audio book Podcast, check out episode #014 – Ball & Chain (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 Ball & Chain.  This story was born out of a writing exercise put forth by Stephen King in his illuminating work: On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/ballchain       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 speak about the Rousey vs Zingano UFC fight coming up and I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/ Zane Lowe & Eminem interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNAvf7u6OG4&list=RDXNAvf7u6OG4 Cassidy Vs Dizaster (The one that got shut down): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gY4KJMat3N8 Cassidy Vs Dizaster “Ether” Battle Rematch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewRnXS7Yt4o 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 speak about a Broadway show I went to see (Wicked) during 2-for-1 tickets week, a couple of new ‘Ode to Podcasts’ posts located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/goodtimes/, the Silva vs Diaz UFC fight and I read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/ 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 speak about a couple of UFC fights (past and upcoming) and read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/  Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed) Save 15% when you order by February 1st using Promo Code: CR2FQV: www.crated.com/spuntoday Gone for Good - Everlast: Listen Here 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 speak about the recent trip (in December 2014) I took with my Parents and (now) Fiancé, to the Dominican Republic.  I lead you in with some ambient sounds of Santo Domingo, take you on a road trip to Punta Cana where my girlfriend and I reflect on our trip up until that point, give you a seat next to us during a romantic dinner on the beach, and let you listen in on my (secretly) recorded proposal.  How’d I do? Khan Academy interviews Elon Musk: Click Here Outro Music: Pueblo por Pueblo - Aventura: Purchase Here 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 speak about a couple of UFC fights (past and upcoming), my thoughts on the Serial Podcast and read/review a couple of my Free-Writing pieces located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/   Order prints of my Photography (Posters, Canvas, Framed): www.crated.com/spuntoday Save 10% on everything with promo code: YEAREND1Save 15% on 2 or more pieces with promo code: YEAREND2Save 20% on 3 or more pieces with promo code: YEAREND3   Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk Outro Song - Wonderwall by Oasis: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/wonderwall/id373957802?i=373957838&uo=4&at=11lNoa        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 Happy New Year to all (that observe the Gregorian Calendar)

In this episode I have a conversation with my Brother, who just had his first baby (Emma).  We speak about the days and weeks after her birth and contrast with the 'Before Emma' episode (#007 right before this one). This is part 2 of a two part Podcast. Thanks Dave!   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 have a conversation with my Brother, who is about to have his first baby (Emma).  We speak about the months leading up to the big day, what he expects, and stumble onto stories of our childhood.  This is part 1 of a two part Podcast - part 2 will be his experiences 'After Emma'.   Serial Podcast can be found on iTunes or on: http://serialpodcast.org/ 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 is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Chopper City by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/choppercity   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