Spun Today With Tony Ortiz

In this episode I share 5 Spun Today writing tips! These are lessons learned from other writers and creators, that I’ve applied to my own writing, and think the greater #WritingCommunity would benefit from.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Link to K.M. Weiland’s Site & Newsletter: https://www.kmweiland.com/   7 Types of Plot Twists: https://nybookeditors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/7-Types-of-Plot-Twists.pdf?inf_contact_key=cad934ece0bf78008a719fe358ff080ad6c0a920738c12a7c21ff7eb07361c2d   The Notecard System: The Key For Remembering, Organizing And Using Everything You Read - https://ryanholiday.net/the-notecard-system-the-key-for-remembering-organizing-and-using-everything-you-read/   Ryan Holiday

In this episode I shoot the shit with my buddy Pablo, on the beach, in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Follow Pablo on Twitter: @pabs711 & Instagram: @pabs711   Listen to episode #107 – Beach Day with Pablo iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spun-today-with-tony-ortiz/id924328532?i=1000419233754   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4guBXIzElUotcw1lICxhvJ   F**k , That's Delicious S04E10 With Action Bronson - Bronx To Farm Cuisine | MUNCHIES & VICE TV: https://youtu.be/cwEjj6dALlk?t=420   Lillo Brancato Jr on 'Bronx Tale', Drug Addiction, Cop Getting Killed, Prison (Full Interview): https://youtu.be/-oqFY7vTEIM   Atlanta: https://www.imdb.com/title

In this episode I share my May & June 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I’ve been reading as well as the MasterClasses that I’ve been taking. Finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   An Intuitive 4-Step Process for Creating Vibrant Scene Structure https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/scene-structure-a-framework/   Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-to-Strangers-audiobook/dp/B07NJCG1XS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HZKJHQLM49B1&dchild=1&keywords=talking+to+strangers+mal

In this episode I speak about the historic ‘Launch America,’ which is the first time in history that Astronauts were launched to the international space station in a commercial vessel. I also speak about the show Dave, and the movie Molly’s Game.       The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   What Is the International Space Station? https://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/k-4/stories/nasa-knows/what-is-the-iss-k4.html   Making History: NASA and SpaceX Launch Astronauts to Space! (#LaunchAmerica Success May 30, 2020): https://youtu.be/pMsvr55cTZ0   Launch Recap: NASA and SpaceX fly Astronauts to the Space Station: https://youtu.be/22BXPLkyocw   Neuralink: https://www.neuralink.com/   Lil Dicky - $aving Dat Money (Do

In this episode I sit down and speak with Amanda Lucas. She is a Middle School ELA Teacher, a Writer and Podcaster. We delve into her experiences as a teacher, ranging from carefully curating curriculum, to dealing with bullying, managing parent expectations, teaching in a post-COVID world and so much more. We also speak about her going from being a free-lance writer to having a featured article in Parents magazine, while still being an intern! She is also ½ of the hosts of the Podcast Ch! The teaching podcast for teachers who teach.         The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Check out Amanda’s Podcast: Ch! Wherever you listen to podcasts. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ch/id1443818572 Spotify:htt

In this episode I speak about the deliberate murder of George Floyd and the systems in place that facilitated the occurrence.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: How George Floyd Was Killed in Police Custody: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/31/us/george-floyd-investigation.html   Chauvin And 3 Former Officers Face New Charges Over George Floyd's Death https://www.npr.org/2020/06/03/868910542/chauvin-and-3-former-officers-face-new-charges-over-george-floyds-death   Comptroller Stringer to Mayor de Blasio: Cut $1.1 Billion in NYPD Spending Over Four Years and Reinvest in Vulnerable Communities and Vital Services https://comptroller.nyc.gov/newsroom/comptroller-stringer-to-mayor-de-bla

In this episode I speak about the Joe Rogan & Spotify $100+ Million Dollar deal, the first live sporting event since COVID: UFC 249, a Coronavirus update from me, and finally watching Better Call Saul season 5.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Articles about the Joe Rogan-Spotify Deal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/spotify-strikes-exclusive-podcast-deal-with-joe-rogan-11589913814   https://www.rollingstone.com/pro/news/spotify-joe-rogan-exclusive-deal-1003773/   https://www.theguardian.com/media/2020/may/24/spotify-podcast-deal-the-joe-rogan-experience   https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/entertainment-arts-52736364   Statista: https://www.statista.com/statistics/373814/cable-news-network-viewership-usa/  

In this episode I share my March & April 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about the MasterClasses that I’ve been taking. Finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   MasterClass Website: https://www.masterclass.com/   This week’s writing tip: One Word and Done - https://stevenpressfield.com/2020/04/one-word-and-done/   Shonda Rhimes Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/shonda_rhimes_my_year_of_saying_yes_to_everything?language=en   It'll Never Feel Like Work: https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/itllneverfeellikework   Hard to Make Change: https://www.sp

In this episode I speak about a couple Stand-up Comedy specials: Tom Papa’s ‘You’re Doing Great’ and Tom Segura’s ‘Ball Hog.’ I also speak about a couple of Oscar nominated movies I recently watched: Ford vs. Ferrari and Parasite.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   Tom Papa | You’re Doing Great | Netflix Stand-Up Comedy Special Trailer: https://youtu.be/EB-L3ffRa5I   Tom Segura: Ball Hog | Trailer | Netflix: https://youtu.be/ahT2DV-WURo   FORD v FERRARI | Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/I3h9Z89U9ZA   Finish Line Photo: https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/the-story-ford-1966-le-mans-victory   Parasite [Official Trailer]: https://youtu.be/isOGD_7hNIY     Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passio

In this episode I share a Coronavirus update, I speak about a documentary called Scotch, I talk about Narcos (again because I missed a season), and some shows that I’m looking forward to get into during this quarantine.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:   How To Make It In America Intro: https://youtu.be/-sN49nNdE58   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/

In this episode I speak about a Coronavirus update, UFC 248, watching Hamilton on Broadway for the second time, watching ‘Aint Too Proud on Broadway (the story about the Temptations), and the movie Uncut Gems.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Zoom Surprise: Some Good News with John Krasinski Ep. 2: https://youtu.be/oilZ1hNZPRM   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnul

In this episode I share my February 2020 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I’ve been reading. Finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   The Right Side of History by Ben Shapiro: https://www.amazon.com/Right-Side-History-Reason-Purpose/dp/B07NPVGXCQ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2K0NY1KICG6YI&keywords=the+right+side+of+history+ben+shapiro&qid=1585624786&sprefix=the+right+side+%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-2   The Ben Shapiro Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnQC_G5Xsjhp9fEJKuIcrSw   Like a White Light going through a Prism: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/like-a-white-light-going-through-a-prism   Follow Your Unique Light: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/follow-your-unique-light   Check out my Books: Make Way for Y

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

In this episode I speak about watching UFC 247, the results of Super Tuesday 2020 and the Comedy specials of Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America & Pete Davidson’s Alive from New York.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   UFC 247 Card: https://www.ufc.com/event/ufc-247   Super Tuesday Results: https://www.politico.com/2020-election/results/super-tuesday/   Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America: https://www.netflix.com/title/81070659   Pete Davidson: Alive from New York: https://www.netflix.com/title/81073637   Live Your Truth: An Honest Conversation with Charlamagne Tha God and Pete Davidson: https://youtu.be/bJbqiHbusKY   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft.

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

In this episode I share my December 2019 writing stats, my cumulative 2019 yearly writing stats & January 2020 writing stats. I also share a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I’ve been reading, I reflect on the untimely passing of Kobe Bryant and finally, I read and reflect on a couple of my free-writing pieces, dedicated to Kobe, which can be found here: spuntoday.com/freewriting/kobe8 & spuntoday.com/freewriting/kobe24   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Today’s Writing Tip: Critique: 10 Ways to Write a Better First Chapter Using Specific Word Choices   Jay-Z by Michael Eric Dyson: https://www.amazon.com/JAY-Z-America-Michael-Eric-Dyson/dp/1250230969/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TURNIBRZ679K&keywords=jay-z+michael+eric+dyson&qid=1580967365&sprefix=jay-z+michael+eri%2Caps%2C-1&sr=8-1   The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman: https://www.amaz

In this episode I speak about watching UFC 246, the documentary series; Killer Inside: The mind of Aaron Hernandez, and I also speak about Dave Chappelle receiving the Mark Twain Prize.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize: https://www.kennedy-center.org/pages/specialevents/marktwain   Neal Brennan on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/NtccwlfdAmk   Jon Stewart on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/FAJG0bzvx-Q   Aziz Ansari on Dave Chappelle: https://youtu.be/LDlAtwbuYDI   Dave Chappelle acceptance speech: https://youtu.be/FwyeYmXjD1A   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.

In this episode I speak about watching the final season of Orange is the New Black, a hip-hop doc called Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives, The Irishman and UFC 245.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct link to: Make Way

In this episode I speak with my best friend, Steven Almonte, about entrepreneurship while we drive to his latest venture, Aura Cocina & Bar. Aura’s cuisine is a modern Cuban-Asian fusion designed by celebrity chefs. The aesthetics of the locale, transport you into feeling like you’re walking the streets of Havana. Listen in to find out how this vision came to fruition, as we also discuss Steven’s other successful ventures like the Brooklyn staple; Caoba and Dominicana Cargo Express.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Follow Aura on Social: AuraCocina   Follow Caoba on Social: Caoba_NYC or Caoba_Bistro   DOMINICAN PIZZA! How it's made! | DEVOUR POWER: https://youtu.be/-rdRPX9q0nY   Bushwick Daily article on Aura: https://bushwickdaily.com/bushwick/categories/food-and-drink/6368-aura-cocina-plans-to-bring-cuban-asian-fusion-to-the-breeze   My books can be found at: http://www.sp

In this episode I share my November 2019 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I’ve been reading, I share a SpunToday questionnaire submitted by fellow Writer Francis Leggett. Finally, I read and reflect on one of my free-writing pieces, which can be found here: spuntoday.com/freewriting/bam   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Today’s Writing Tip: Critique: 10 Ways to Write a Better First Chapter Using Specific Word Choices   The 4-Hour WorkWeek by Tim Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=The+4-Hour+WorkWeek+by+Tim+Ferriss&qid=1576160545&sr=8-3   How Children Succeed by Paul Tough: https://www.amazon.com/How-Children-Succeed-Paul-Tough/dp/0544104404/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=How+Children+Succeed+by+Paul+Tough&qid=1576160510&sr=8-3   Dominicana by Angie Cruz: h