Posts tagged spun today
#245 – How to Format and Distribute a Book, Twin Lights Ride 2023, Oppenheimer and the Imitation Game

In this episode I speak about a few things I left out of episode 244 of the Pod, related to how to format, copyright and distribute your own book.  I also speak about taking part in the latest Twin Lights Ride in Highlands, NJ by Bike NY.  I also speak about this summer’s blockbuster film, Oppenheimer.

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#235 – Free-Writing Session (the editing process, Prologues vs. Flashbacks, The Creative Act and more!)

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

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#234 – Judy Blume Forever, Air and GOATs doing GOAT $hit!

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.

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#230 – Free-Writing Session (Going through the editing process, writing the BIG moment and more!)

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

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#218 – Free-Writing Session (Annie Dillard writing tip, Joyce Carol Oates)

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.

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#201 – Free-Writing Session (Fear of Success, Will by Will Smith)

In this episode I share my November & December 2021 Writing stats as well as my January 2022 Writing stats. I share a writing tip that I picked up along the way and I tell you about what I’ve been reading. I also read and reflect on a free-writing piece, which can be found at: spuntoday.com/freewriting.

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#187 – Jose De La Rosa (Golden Gloves Champion, Firefighter & Fitness Aficionado)

In this episode I sit down and speak with my long-time friend Jose De La Rosa. We speak about Jose’s journey to becoming a gold & silver Golden Gloves boxing Champion. We speak about his decision to become one of New York’s Bravest, a FDNY Firefighter and also about his lifelong dedication to fitness and much more!

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#175 – Tips from Creatives, for Creatives (2)

In this episode I share a throwback montage of 4 Spun Today Questionnaire’s that have been filled out 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.

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#168 – Sandra Holtzman (Copywriter, Chief Marketing Strategist, Author)

In this episode I speak with Ms. Sandra Holtzman. Sandra is an award-winning Copywriter and Chief Marketing Strategist at Marketing Cures. She is also an educator who has taught Marketing & Entrepreneurship at FIT, NYU and Kauffman. She is the co-Author of: Lies Startups Tell Themselves to Avoid Marketing: A No Bullsh*T Guide for PhDs, Lab Rats, Suits, and Entrepreneurs.

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#163 – Eileen Martinez (Attorney & Author)

In this episode I am joined by Eileen Martinez. Eileen is the Author of; Daring to Love While Praying the Rosary: Letters to a Great Love. We speak about everything from her playing the piano, to practicing law, keeping her Abuelas’ legacy alive by embroidering, her writing process and much, much more!

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#156 – Amanda Lucas (Middle School ELA Teacher, Writer & Podcaster)

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.

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#153 – Free -Writing Session

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.

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