Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

In this episode I share my Writing stats for March, April & May 2023!   I give you an update on my upcoming short story anthology and how it continues to go with working with my editor.   I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading.   Lastly, I read and reflect on a free-writing piece, that can be found at:  spuntoday.com/freewriting .     The S...

In this episode I speak about watching the captivating documentary "Judy Blume Forever" that will transport you back to the essence of your childhood. I also speak about watching the gripping movie "Air" and wrap it up with another addition to our legendary segment "GOATs doing GOAT $hit" where we celebrate the true champions of greatness and highlight the phenomenal achievements of extraordinary...

In this episode I share a throwback montage of 4 Spun Today Questionnaire's that have been submitted 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 Amy Marcello, a person th...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Spun Today Podcast!   In this episode, I dive deep into the highly anticipated semi-autobiographical film, "The Fabelmans," which provides a unique insight into the life of legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg. Next, I explore the historic SpaceX Starship launch, which, spoiler alert, ended in a fiery explosion. I share why it was still considered a successful...

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story A Night Out by Tony Ortiz https://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/anightout   *Original Release Date: July 21 st , 2022*    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/   YouTube: https://ww...

In this episode I share my Writing stats for February 2023.   I share some insights from my first time experiences with working with an editor on my upcoming short story anthology.   I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading.   Lastly, I read and reflect on a free-writing piece, that can be found at:  spuntoday.com/freewriting .     The Spun T...

In this episode I speak about watching two stand-up comedy specials: Chris Rocks' Selective Outrage and Marlon Wayans' God Loves Me.   My reaction + some of my favorite bits.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.     Time Stamps: (02:34) - Recap of Chris Rocks Comedy Special (Selective Outrage) (24:305) - Recap of Marlon Wayan'...

In this episode I speak about the prolific body of work and legacy of John Hughes, watching the movie You People on Netflix and the FX show, The Bear on Hulu.       The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.     Time Stamps: (02:48) - John Hughes' body of work (20:39) - You People (27:24) - The Bear (37:39) - GOATs doing GOAT $hit (th...

In this episode I sit down to chop it up with four of my oldest friends.   We share stories about growing up Dominican!   Join us for discussions on having immigrant parents, mental health, raising children, gender roles within our culture, favorite Dominican foods, traditions and much more!   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.   Give it a whir...

In this episode I share my Writing stats for December of 2022 & January of 2023.  I give you an update on my first anthology of short stories (coming soon).  I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading.  Lastly, I read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which MIGHT be found at:  spuntoday.com/freewriting .    The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcas...

In this episode I speak about the new open AI technology, Chat GPT.  I also speak about Ian Lara's latest stand-up comedy special, Romantic Comedy.  I recap and review watching the Stutz documentary and the California Typewriter documentary.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Time Stamps: (03:36) - What is Chat GPT?  (14:...

In this episode I speak about S3 & S4 (the final season) of Atlanta and I speak about my experience with my new VR Headset.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Time Stamps: (03:16) - Atlanta S3 & S4 (Recap & Review) (36:30) - My experience with the Meta Quest 2 VR Headset    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram...

In this episode I recap and reflect on the top 5 Spun Today episodes of 2022.  I also share some of my writing and podcasting goals for 2023.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Time Stamps: (02:42) - The 5th most listened to episode of 2022 (05:52) - The 4th most listened to episode of 2022 (06:56) - The 3rd most listened...

In this episode I share my Writing stats for October & November of 2022.  I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I've been reading.  I share a Spun Today questionnaire submitted by fellow writer Chance Durant and 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...

In this Thanksgiving episode of the Pod, I speak about watching the Amazon series; The Terminal List and watching Ari Shaffir's latest comedy special; JEW.  I also recap UFC 281 and speak on some recent Podcast beef (My Expert Opinion).   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Time Stamps: (03:22) - The Terminal List (28:21) -...

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Bully by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/bully . *Original Release Date: Oct 23, 2014*  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 Newslette...

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.    (03:38) - Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain...

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.      ...

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...

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...

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.spunto...

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 i...

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.i...

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.spu...

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:/...