Spun Today With Tony Ortiz

In this episode I speak about Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain, an update on the Adnan Syed case, watching UFC 280, a new addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment (Joe Veras) and George Carlin’s American Dream documentary.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain: https://www.hbomax.com/feature/urn:hbo:feature:GYn1GYQpzpKtzhQEAAARe   Asia Argento, a #MeToo Leader, Made a Deal With Her Own Accuser https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/19/us/asia-argento-assault-jimmy-bennett.html   ANTHONY BOURDAIN PAID Asia Argento’s ACCUSER In Sexual Assault Case: https://www.tmz.com/2018/08/21/asia-argento-anthony-bourdain-broke-sexual-assault-rape-settlement/   Don’t Eat Before Reading This: h

In this episode I share my Writing stats from May thru September of 2022.  I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about a Masterclass I’ve been watching.  I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.      Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/  Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe      Links referenced in this episode:     The Writing Life by Annie Dillard: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Life-Annie-Dillard/dp/0060919884/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18C67ID7H5M4Q&keywords=The+Writing+Life&qid=1665604000&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjAzIiwicXNhIjoiMS42NCIsInFzcCI6IjEuNjAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=the+writing+life%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-1   Joyce Carol Oates Teaches the Art of the Short Story: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/joyce-carol-oat

In this episode I speak about the untimely death of Battle Rap legend, Pat Stay.  I speak about Adnan Syed being released from Prison after 23 years and I also speak about watching the Oscar winning short film: Two Distant Strangers.  Lastly, I wrap up the episode with some details about a recent trip to the Dominican Republic.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Pat Stay, acclaimed Canadian battle rapper, fatally stabbed: https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/05/entertainment/pat-stay-obit/index.html   Pat Stay Suspect Arrested But Not Charged One Day Before Star’s Tribute: https://allhiphop.com/news/pat-stay-suspect-arrested-but-not-charged-one-day-before-stars-tribute/   BEST BARS FROM PAT STAY #RIP #LEGEND #GOAT

In this episode I speak about the Greek school of Philosophy known as Stoicism. Not with any authority, deep (or even shallow) knowledge of the topic … but just something that I heard, that was thought provoking and in my opinion a useful tool that could possibly have practical applications in other things/areas of life.   *Recorded Sep 25, 2016 but NEVER BEFORE RELEASED* The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: The Tim Ferriss Show - #185: Practicing What You Preach: http://fourhourworkweek.com/2016/09/14/practicing-what-you-preach/   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 –

In this episode I speak about watching Bill Burr’s latest comedy special, Live at Red Rocks.  I also speak about watching the movies; Fourth of July and A Journal for Jordan.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Bill Burr Live at Red Rocks: https://www.netflix.com/title/81457341   Sean Connery on slapping women uncut: https://youtu.be/_YDqm7LXt2g   Fourth of July: https://louisck.com/pages/fourth-of-july   A Journal for Jordan: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0995854/   Get your Podcast Started Today! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SPUN (Use Promo code SPUN and get up to 2-months of free service!)   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my

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. *Original Release Date: November 14th, 2019*    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Get your Podcast Started Today! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SPUN (Use Promo code SPUN and get up to 2-months of free service!)   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own wa

In this episode I speak about watching Andrew Schulz’s latest comedy special, Infamous.  I speak about watching Stranger Things season 4 and Billions season 6.  I also share an addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment!    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Andrew Schulz: https://theandrewschulz.com/   Stranger Things: https://www.netflix.com/title/80057281   Billions: https://www.sho.com/billions/season/6   Get your Podcast Started Today! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SPUN (Use Promo code SPUN and get up to 2-months of free service!)   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your ow

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story A Night Out by Tony Ortiz https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/anightout   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl. Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Check out the short story here: https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/anightout     Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft.  I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/ 

In this episode I speak about the experience of welcoming our first-born.  I speak delivery, recovery, leaving the hospital, the first few nights at home and how life has changed since.      The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.  *Original Release Date: July 26th, 2018*    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft.  I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/question

In this episode I share a throwback montage of 4 Spun Today Questionnaire’s that have been filled out in the past.  Why not have a single episode that centralizes all the tips, motivation tools and tricks adopted by fellow Writers and Creatives?  If you’d like to partake in filling out your own, check it out at: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/.  Thanks again to David Kristoph, Margaux Brooke, Daniele Bolelli & Christa.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.  *Original Release Date: June 1st, 2017*    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Follow @DavidKristoph and check out his books here: https://www.amazon.com/David-Kristoph/e/B00R1THZZ6/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk   Follow @MargauxBrooke and check out her YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/margauxbrooke   Follow

In this episode I speak about the series finale of Ozark, Katt Williams latest comedy special WWIII, visiting South Carolina and an addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment.    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Ozark Season 4: https://www.netflix.com/title/80117552   Katt Williams WWIII: https://www.netflix.com/title/81078615   Kevin Hart’s $100 million dollar deal: https://popculture.com/celebrity/news/kevin-hart-lands-100-million-business-deal/   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paper

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.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Check out the short story here: https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/ballchain Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft.  I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podca

In this episode I share my February, March & April 2022 Writing stats.  I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I’ve been reading.  I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.      Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/  Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe      Links referenced in this episode:     Derek Sivers notes On Writing Well by William Zinsser https://sive.rs/book/OnWritingWell   The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. (Buy Here)   1984 by George Orwell (Buy Here)   Video SparkNotes: Orwell's 1984 Summary: https://youtu.be/h9JIKngJnCU   Free-Write Post: Levels of Reality - https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/levelsofreality   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your

In this episode I speak about watching the movies: The Batman & Spider-Man No way Home.  Watching Jerrod Carmichael’s latest comedy special: Rothaniel, Bill Maher’s latest comedy special: #Adulting and seeing Jo Koy live at UBS Arena.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   The Batman: https://www.thebatman.com/   The Batman: 7 Best Comics That Influenced The Movie: https://screenrant.com/the-batman-best-comics-that-influenced-inspired-movie/   Spider-Man: No Way Home: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10872600/   Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel: https://www.hbo.com/movies/jerrod-carmichael-rothaniel   Bill Maher’s #Adulting: https://www.hbo.com/movies/bill-maher-adulting   Bill Maher | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 124 http

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Chopper City by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/choppercity   *Original Release Date: Nov 20, 2014*    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Check out the short story here: https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/choppercity Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft.  I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast:

In this episode I speak about the viral incident that happened during the Oscar awards with Will Smith smacking Chris Rock on stage during this live star-studded event.  I also speak about watching the movie; The Tender Bar.     The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Watch the uncensored moment Will Smith smacks Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars, drops F-bomb: https://youtu.be/myjEoDypUD8   Questlove Was in a Meditative State During the Slap: https://www.vulture.com/2022/03/will-smith-chris-rock-winner-questlove.html   King Richard Recap: https://youtu.be/f2hT8X2CdCA?t=1831   Will by Will Smith (Recap & Review): https://youtu.be/kMscYB5Ujwk   ROAST OF WILL SMITH | Flagrant 2 with Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh: https://youtu.be

In this episode I speak about watching Ozark season 4 part 1, Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy, Cobra Kai season 4 and I share another addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment!   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Ozark: https://www.netflix.com/title/80117552   Jeen-yuhs: https://www.netflix.com/title/81426972   Cobra Kai S4: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7221388/episodes?season=4   Will Smith acquiring Karate Kid franchise: https://www.looper.com/632413/strongest-superheroes-in-history-ranked/   Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.s

In this episode I speak about the egregious Russian invasion of Ukraine, and about the latest Joe Rogan controversies.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Timeline of Ukraine History: https://libguides.cairn.edu/ukraine/timeline   Timeline of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2022_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine   Why Russia is Invading Ukraine: https://youtu.be/If61baWF4GE   Delta is severing ties with Russia's flag carrier Aeroflot: https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/news/delta-is-severing-ties-with-russias-flag-carrier-aeroflot/articleshow/89835592.cms   NHL Statement: https://www.nhl.com/news/nhl-statement-on-russia-invasion-of-ukraine/c-331296136   Tibet Supporters Prote

In this episode I share my November & December 2021 Writing stats as well as my January 2022 Writing stats. I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I’ve been reading.  I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.      Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/  Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe    Links referenced in this episode:     Fear of Success Anonymous: https://stevenpressfield.com/2022/01/fear-of-success-anonymous/   Will by Will Smith, Mark Manson: https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Will/dp/B096MWJLNW/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1644782344&sr=1-2   Joyner Lucas & Will Smith - Will (Remix): https://youtu.be/V5a7cVf2NeM   Is Love Red or Blue? https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/i

In this episode I speak about watching The Matrix Resurrections, The Chi season 4, Jim Gaffigan’s latest comedy special: Comedy Monster and add another addition to our GOATs doing GOAT $hit segment!   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Matrix Resurrections: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10838180/   Check out the Based on a True Story Podcast: https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/   The Chi: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6294706/   Jason Weaver Turned Down $2M Check for Lion King, Took $100K + Royalties (Part 7): https://youtu.be/utesLesCSXA   Jim Gaffigan: Comedy Monster - https://www.netflix.com/title/81251385   YMH Stitcher deal: https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/siriusxm-signs-deal-to-integrate-ymh-studios-into-stitcher htt