Tony Ortiz

Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

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Looking for a podcast that will take you on a thrilling ride of creativity and exploration? Look no further than the Spun Today Podcast which is anchored in Writing but unlimited in scope. Hosted by Tony Ortiz, this show is a celebration of the art of writing, and so much more. With an endless range of interests and topics, Tony invites you to join him on a journey through the world of movies, books, TV shows, stand-up comedy, politics, current events and beyond. Whether you're a fan of the written word or just looking for an exciting new podcast to add to your playlist, the Spun Today Podcast...

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Tony Ortiz

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#136 - My own Hot Ones episode, Dave Chappelle, Andrew Schulz & Bill Burr 03.10.2019 48:13

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:/...

#135 - Cobra Kai S2, Sneaky Pete S3, John Wick 3 and Once upon a time in Hollywood 19.09.2019 55:11

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....

#134 - Hamilton, To Kill A Mockingbird & an Electric Scooter 05.09.2019 59:42

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...

#133 – Free -Writing Session 22.08.2019 1:37:03

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 unli...

#132 – Visiting Spain & Morocco vicariously through Elo 08.08.2019 52:56

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...

#131 - Random Rant 25.07.2019 54:02

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...

#130 – Random Rant 11.07.2019 48:12

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/fract...

#129 – Random Rant 27.06.2019 1:09:44

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...

#128 – Free -Writing Session 13.06.2019 54:06

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...

#127 – LECTURE HALL (Audio Book) (Re-Release) 30.05.2019 1:04:11

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 ou...

#126 – Elevator (Audio Book) (Re-Release) 16.05.2019 59:10

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 Hul...

#125 – Random Rant 02.05.2019 43:51

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://yout...

#124 – Random Rant 18.04.2019 56:18

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://...

#123 – How I Published my Novel (FRACTAL) 04.04.2019 1:26:14

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 Podcas...

#122 – Free -Writing Session 21.03.2019 59:15

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 whi...

#121 – Random Rant 07.03.2019 1:00:10

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...

#120 – Random Rant 21.02.2019 46:30

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...

#119 – Random Rant 07.02.2019 58:11

In this episode I speak about using 99 designs for the book cover design of my debut novel. I speak about watching Sebastian Maniscalco's latest comedy special; Stay Hungry , available on Netflix and watching Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan which is a Prime original series. Lastly, I speak about the Super Bowl and my favorite commercials during it. The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in...

#118 – Free -Writing Session 24.01.2019 1:00:55

In this episode I share my December 2018 Writing stats, a writing tip that I picked up along the way, I share a Spun Today questionnaire submitted by fellow Writer Miss Writer YL Gorman , 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...

#117 – Random Rant 10.01.2019 1:07:57

In this episode I speak about Bumping Mics on Netflix , which is a hilarious three half-hour episodes of Dave Attell & Jeff Ross cracking on each other on stage and doing crowd work. I also speak about watching the movie Birdbox , watching UFC 232 and finally I talk about my newly renovated, re-vamped for the new year website ! The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Ra...

#116 – Random Rant 27.12.2018 56:33

In this episode I speak about UFC Fight Night Kevin Lee vs Al Iaquinta , watching the show Mr. Robot , and the Office (for the first time). I also speak about New York State being on the path towards the legalization of marijuana. 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 o...

#115 – Free-Writing Session 20.12.2018 1:12:38

In this episode I share my October & November 2018 Writing stats, a writing tip 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...

#114 – Nostrand Ave (Audio Book) (Re-Release) 13.12.2018 1:00:34

This is the Audio Book version of the Short Story Nostrand Ave by Tony Ortiz http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/nostrandave *Original Release Date: April 9th, 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 craf...

#113 – Random Rant 29.11.2018 45:51

In this episode I speak about John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons , The Degenerates Stand Up Comedy specials , Better Call Saul season 4 , Homecoming starring Julia Roberts and Yoga & Meditation being introduced to children in Elementary schools. 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 th...

#112 – Ball & Chain (Audio Book) (Re-Release) 15.11.2018 1:06:49

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. Links referenced in this episode: Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your cra...