Spun Today With Tony Ortiz

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Pencil Case. It’s based on a true story from childhood, depicting some lessons learned when I used to go to work with my Dad during school summer vacation. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/pencilcase. I also share my writing stats for September & October of 2019, as well as a writing tip!   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:Bottom of Form   Today’s Writing Tip: How to Successfully Open Your Story https://nybookeditors.com/2018/11/how-to-successfully-open-your-story/   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel

In this episode my boy Abismael Gonzalez joins us. Abi is a Veteran of the United States Army, an active Senior Instructor in the Army National Guard, and a Port Authority Police Officer. He enlisted about a month before 9/11, the events of which would irreversibly shape our world. We take a deep dive into his experiences being deployed to Afghanistan for 12 months, followed by being deployed to Iraq for another 15 months. If you’ve ever wondered what War is really like … take a listen and join me in thanking Abi for his service.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct l

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Fly. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/fly. I also speak about self-publishing my first book and the process that entailed. Happy Holidays to you and yours and may 2016 be the year that finally begins to bring your ambitions and desires to fruition (don’t forget to work hard for them…it’s kind of a key ingredient).   *Original Release Date: December 31st, 2015*    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:Bottom of Form   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-

In this episode I speak about creating my own Hot Ones episode and watching these three Comedy Specials: Dave Chappelle’s Sticks & Stones, Andrew Schulz’s Crowd Work Special & Bill Burr’s Paper Tiger.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode: Hot Ones - Spun Today Edition: https://youtu.be/-iYMgYcCA84   Dave Chappelle’s Sticks & Stones: https://www.netflix.com/title/81140577   THE CROWD WORK SPECIAL | Andrew Schulz | Stand Up Comedy: https://youtu.be/nS_6c4PyJvg   Bill Burr’s Paper Tiger: https://www.netflix.com/title/81060174   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can b

In this episode I speak about watching Cobra Kai season 2, Sneaky Pete Season 3, John Wick 3 & Once upon a time in Hollywood.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Cobra Kai Season 2 review and breakdown: https://youtu.be/lvgrUWCf5j0   Sneaky Pete cancellation: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/sneaky-pete-canceled-at-amazon-1215752     Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug    Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJN

In this episode I speak about watching two Broadway Plays: Hamilton & To Kill A Mockingbird. I also speak about trying out and riding a Revel electric scooter.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode: How to get discounted Broadway Tickets: https://youtu.be/LAObU8cNceo   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-getting/dp/1522880135/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=make+way+for+you+tony+ortiz&qid=1555496043&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color-changing mug yet? http:/

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

In this episode I drive around with my good friend Elaine Almonte while I ask her all about her recent vacation across the pond.  She shares stories about visiting Barcelona and Madrid in Spain, Morocco and much more.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr

In this episode I speak about watching the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th seasons of Billions, the 2nd season of The Chi and Aziz Ansari’s latest comedy special; Right Now.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug Bottom of Form   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct link to: Make Way fo

In this episode I speak about my son, Aiden, turning 1. I speak about watching UFC 239 and the first of the 2019 Democratic Presidential debate.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out o

In this episode I speak about UFC 238, watching the When They See Us mini-series, the movie US and comedian Chris Delia making it onto a Logic featuring Eminem song (Homicide). Check out my new color changing coffee mug!   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Have you checked out the FRACTAL color changing mug yet? http://www.spuntoday.com/books/fractal Order yours today: https://viralstyle.com/spuntoday/fractal-coffee-mug   Chris Delia rapping like Eminem: https://youtu.be/mMKPwQXReHs Top of Form   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull

In this episode I share my March, April & atrocious May 2019 Writing stats, a couple of writing tips that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I’ve been reading, I share my results of ad marketing my debut Novel and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode: 20 of the Most Instructive Quotes About Writing https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/quotes-about-writing/     The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz   The 22 immutable Laws of Marketing by Al Ries & Jack Trout   Check out my Books: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).     Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insig

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Lecture Hall. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/lecturehall.   *Original Release Date: August 13th, 2015*    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/  My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available). S

This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Elevator. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/elevator.       *Original Release Date: January 26th, 2017*    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode: Elliott Hulse - 3 Kinds Of People In Your Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyxeODanWJs   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/  My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out o

In this episode I speak about TJ Dillashaw getting popped for injectable EPO, watching Vice, Ralph Breaks the Internet and a Documentary on Quincy Jones.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Christian Bale and Adam McKay talk "Vice," Dick Cheney's rise to power: https://youtu.be/VZQ7mM6d2ho   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   My books can be found at: http://www.spuntoday.com/books/   Here’s a direct link to my debut Novel: Fractal: A Time Travel Tale https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=fractal+tony+ortiz&qid=1555495768&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Here’s a direct link to: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way https://www.amazon.com/Make-Way-You-Tips-

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

In this episode I speak all about my journey in writing my debut Novel: Fractal. Listen to hear about how I came up with the idea, when I came up with the idea and much more. I tell you a bit about what the story is about, and how the sausage was made. Find out my roll out & marketing strategy, who I used for cover design, the tools I used, how I edited and much, much more.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Want to Purchase my Novel? Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/FRACTAL-Time-Travel-Tony-Ortiz-ebook/dp/B07PXZJNH2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ELZ9S1OXJJ87&keywords=fractal+a+time+travel+tale&qid=1554390761&s=gateway&sprefix=fractal+a+%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-1   Episode #047 of the Podcast where I speak about coming up with the idea that eventually became this story (also available on your favorite Podcatchers): https://youtu.be/wEihjsn39cc   The Creative Penn: Joanna Pen

In this episode I share my January & February 2019 Writing stats, a couple of writing tips that I picked up along the way, I tell you about what I’ve been reading and finally read and reflect on some of my free-writing, which is located at: http://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   The 10-Step Checklist to Writing an Above-Average Novel https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/the-10-step-checklist-to-writing-a-better-than-average-novel/   The Villain Doesn’t Change https://stevenpressfield.com/2019/01/the-villain-doesnt-change/   The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz: https://www.amazon.com/Brief-Wondrous-Life-Oscar-Wao/dp/1594483299/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?crid=2WPNMI8PE8AD0&keywords=the+brief+and+wonderous+life+of+oscar+wao&qid=1553135533&s=gateway&sprefix=the+brief+%2Caps%2C232&sr=8-1-fkmrnull   Fill out my S

In this episode I speak about a sh*t load of UFC MMA fights.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode:   Georges St-Pierre talks retirement, UFC legacy in exclusive interview with Ariel Helwani | ESPN MMA: https://youtu.be/A2ZqyCsbbFo   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   Check out my Book: Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book & Paperback are now available).   Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: http://www.amazon.com//ref=as_sl_pc_tf_lc?&tag=sputod0c-20&camp=216797&creative=446321&linkCode=ur1&adid=104DDN7SG8A2HXW52TFB&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spuntoday.com%2Fcontact%2F   Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.a

In this episode I speak about Amazon choosing to leave NYC, tidbits from the Grammys, watching F is for Family on Netflix and a GQ series called Most Iconic Characters on YouTube.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.   Links referenced in this episode: Amazon’s HQ2 deal with New York, explained: https://ny.curbed.com/2018/11/16/18098589/amazon-hq2-nyc-queens-long-island-city-explained   How Amazon’s Booming NYC Neighborhood Got Tax Perks Meant for the Poor: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2019-02-08/how-amazon-s-booming-nyc-neighborhood-got-tax-perks-meant-for-the-poor   Ken Jeong Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ: https://youtu.be/ZSepCNhEWDA   Jonah Hill Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ https://youtu.be/5qVIaa9Nr88   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you’re passionate about your craft. I’ll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/   C