Spun Today With Tony Ortiz

In this special edition episode of the Spun Today Podcast, you’ll hear a collection of firsthand experiences, from New Yorkers that lived through the events of 9/11.  Memories are fleeting and have a way of fading away into a once-upon-a-time haze that we seldom revisit and when we do, they just seem like surreal experiences.  I think that an important component to history not repeating itself, is continuing to share and speak about our learned experiences.  Where were you during the events of 9/11?   Special thanks to: Jacey Rosa, to my Father Segundo Ortiz, to David Ortiz, Janet Velez, Yudy Azurdia, Raul Azurdia, Zoila Ortiz, Elaine Almonte & Steven Almonte.                                                                                                      *Original Release Date: 09/07/2017*   The Spun Today Podcast 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://www.y

Welcome back to another episode of Spun Today! I'm your host, Tony Ortiz, and we have a jam-packed show for you today. We'll be diving into the world of UFOs and government cover-ups, talking about the latest John Wick installment, and saying farewell to a beloved podcast. But first, I want to thank our amazing listeners for their support. If you're enjoying the show, there are multiple ways you can show your support, from buying merchandise on our website to becoming a patron. And don't forget to leave us a rating and review - we love hearing from you! Now, let's jump right in. We'll be discussing the recent congressional hearings on UFOs and the startling revelations brought forth by credible witnesses. You’ll hear excerpts from none other than Congressman Matt Gaetz, who has been at the forefront of these investigations. You won't want to miss this eye-opening conversation. Next, we'll dive into the world of cinema as we review the highly anticipated John Wick 4. We'll also be bidding a bittersweet farewel

In this throwback Spun Today Podcast episode I release three (out of five) separate recordings from my recent business trip to India (don’t worry the focus is on all the cool sh*t I got to do and see outside of work).  Come along with me on my first trip to the other side of the Planet! **Originally released: July 2nd, 2015** 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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Song used between recordings: Andala Rakshasi - Yemito Ivale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbCbho7aLYw   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 w

In this episode I share my Writing stats for June 2023!  I give you an update on my upcoming short story collection 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 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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday   Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe      Links referenced in this episode:       Creating Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 3: The Thing Your Character Wants vs. The Thing Your Character Needs: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/character-arcs-3/   I'd Like to Play Alone, Please by Tom Segura: https://amzn.to/3OFmC8p     Get your Podcast S

In this episode I recap and review three movies!  The Machine, White Men Can’t Jump (2023 release) and Flamin’ Hot.  Sharing insights, writing & story telling mechanisms, my favorite parts and much more.    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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Bert telling The Machine Story on Rogan (I love this animated version of the audio clip): https://youtu.be/8PAtFsJY5q0   The Machine Movie trailer: https://youtu.be/AwDKLEaJxMk   The Machine Box Office: https://www.boxofficemojo.com/release/rl3287778049/   White Men Can’t Jump: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6436620/   Flamin’ Hot: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8105234/ LA Times Investigation into

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, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Elliott Hulse - 3 Kinds Of People In Your Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyxeODanWJs   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 –

In this episode I speak about the time I saved the life of a little old lady!  I also speak about going to Bert Kreischer’s Fully Loaded Comedy Festival.  I also recap and review watching The Flash movie 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 individuals.   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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Fully Loaded Comedy Festival Tour Dates: https://fullyloadedfestival.com/ Bert telling The Machine Story on Rogan (I love this animated version of the audio clip): https://youtu.be/8PAtFsJY5q0 The Machine Movie t

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 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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday   Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe      Links referenced in this episode:       Prologues vs. Flashbacks (Backstory Techniques, Pt. 1 of 3): https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/prologues-vs-flashbacks/     The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin https://amzn.to/3Ni8NMz     "You can't wait for everything to be ok..

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 individuals.   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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Judy Blume Forever: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18787516/   Charlamagne interview with Judy Blume: https://youtu.be/_HihS5EPb6o    Air: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16419074/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1   The Comedy Mo

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 that chose to remain anonymous, Joshua Robertson & Elaine Almonte.  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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Check out Joshua Robertson’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Robertson/e/B00RHAMPHM/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1470826358&sr=1-1   Get your Podcast Sta

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 mission and its implications for the future of space travel, making for a fascinating discussion that you won't want to miss. Lastly, I also discuss the recent upheavals in the corporate media industry, with both Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon being ousted from their respective networks, Fox and CNN.   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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: htt

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 21st, 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://www.youtube.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     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 way & FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale

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 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://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday   Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home  Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe      Links referenced in this episode:     Writing Tip: Write the Big Moment Big: https://stevenpressfield.com/2022/05/write-the-big-moment-big-2/   The Writing Life by Annie Dillard: https://amzn.to/3G6JiKb   The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: https://amzn.to/3ZsN6Mw   The Creative Act: A Way of Bein

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’s Comedy Special (God Loves Me)   Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spuntoday    Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode: Chris Rock: Selective Outrage: https://www.netflix.com/title/80167499   Marlon Wayans: God Loves Me: https://youtu.be/N4YXCYM_SOk    The slap heard around the world - Oscars 2022 - Will Smith smacks Chris Rock (Recap & Review): https://youtu.be/Ih_U_eL6yMA     Will by Will Smith (Recap &

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 (the Jay-Z D'usse deal)   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: John Hughes: The Voice of a Generation: https://youtu.be/AlrGg0X1iKs Heartbreak and Triumph: The Legacy of John Hughes: https://youtu.be/GaJPKObElGo LA Times obituary - John Hughes: https://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-john-hughes7-2009aug07-story.html   You People: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14826022/   The Bear: https://www.imdb.com/titl

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 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:     A$AP Rocky - Wild for the Night: https://youtu.be/1eWdbMBYlH4   Check out our guests on previous episodes of the Pod: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/138 https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/142   Follow Steven’s restaurants on IG: @ purple_hearts_nyc @ auracocina @ room100_bk   Check out Vini’s book recommendation by Matt Walsh: Johnny the Walrus https://amzn.to/3S4kQxJ FERNANDO VILLALONA - DOMIN

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 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 Book of Jose a Memoir by Fat Joe: https://amzn.to/3HrXsW2   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 yo

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?  (14:53) - Ian Lara's Romantic Comedy Stand up Special (21:08) - Stutz Documentary (33:31) - California Typewriter Documentary    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:   Want to try ChatGPT? https://chat.openai.com/auth/login   ChatGPT article: https://www.okaybliss.com/who-owns-chatgpt/   OpenAI: https://openai.com/   Ian Lara: Romantic Comedy | Official Trailer | HBO https://youtu.be/4FrB2qYf9BU   Ian Lara IG: @ianlaralive   Stutz Documentary: https://

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.    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:   Atlanta: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/   Donald Glover Stand Up Clip - Advice from Tracy Morgan: https://youtu.be/xs_zLnXsZH4   Why Donald Glover's Atlanta Feels So Weird: https://youtu.be/8rOU9wrEsoo   Meta Quest 2 Headset (Affiliate Link): https://www.oculus.com/referrals/link/SpunToday/   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:

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.    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:   Episode 200 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/200 Episode 201 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/201 Episode 203 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/203 Episode 219 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/219 Episode 202 Links: https://www.spuntoday.com/podcast/202     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.