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#299 – Finding Creative Gold: Writing Advice Inspired by Shrinking and Tires
#299 – Finding Creative Gold: Writing Advice Inspired by Shrinking and Tires

Welcome back to the Spun Today Podcast! In this milestone 299th episode, host Tony Ortiz dives deep into the creative engines behind two unconventional, standout shows: "Shrinking" on Apple TV+ and "Tires" on Netflix. Through a writer’s lens, Tony unpacks what makes these series resonate—not just as entertainment, but as studies in authentic storytelling, sharp dialogue, and the beautiful messiness of life.

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