• RIS #12
    Nov 27 2021

    In this episode, Ryan reviews all the movies that were requested on Instagram and meets some pretty interesting characters along the way. Tune in for the single greatest RIS experience you won't want to miss!

    Timestamps:

    (0:00)- Edward Cullen's Opening Monologue

    (3:54) - the Evil Dead Trilogy Review

    (16:24) - Evil Ash, rewritten!

    (23:15) - the Dead Snow Duology Review

    (29:43) - Herzog (nazi zombie commander), rewritten!

    (31:56) - Resident Evil review

    (37:59) - Reflection of the Twilight Saga

    (43:00) - Edward and Bella are HOUNGRY

    (45:14) - Old, review

    (47:13) - Contagion review

    (50:48) - Shark Tale review

    Credits:

    Ryan as Evil Ash and Herzog

    Jakob Chavez as Edward Cullen

    & Jake O. as Bella Swan

    Photography and Editing:

    Diana Leon and Ryan Serrano

    Guest Appearance:

    Stephanie Serrano

    Written and Directed by Ryan J. Serrano

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    55 mins
  • RIS #11 Pt. 2
    Aug 24 2021

    Welcome!

    In this episode, Ryan talks with his interim co-host Diana Laureano and Professor Grant Tovmasian from Rio Hondo College on homelessness in Los Angeles and the larger issues at play. Tune in for a great conversation you won’t want to miss!

    Timestamps:

    (0:00) - Opening Monologue

    (7:28) - What are some guiding principles for helping homeless people?

    (20:11) - What makes the current nonprofits and homeless shelters insufficient?

    (23:29) - Transitional and Permanent housing

    (29:36) - The larger issue is…..

    (37:00) - Grant: “Both political parties have truly lost their way”

    (49:45) - Your questions from Instagram have been …… answered!

    (59:45) - Ryan’s final thoughts.

    https://www.lamag.com/article/homeless-charities-los-angeles/

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • RIS #11
    Jul 27 2021

    Welcome to RIS!

    In this episode, Ryan provides a written analysis for each of the Daniel Craig James Bond films and reviews Pandorum separately. Diana returns for a guest appearance to talk with Ryan on Loki, Black Widow, and In the heights! Enjoy the episode!

    (0:00) James Bond Opening

    (2:50) Daniel Craig - James Bond Movie Reviews Intro

    (4:14) Casino Royale

    (11:19) Quantum of Solace

    (17:35) - Skyfall

    (24:13) Spectre

    (33:00) Stephie Galore

    (34:15) Ryan & Diana’s convo on movies

    (1:24:03) Pandorum review (REQUEST)

    Credits:

    Written by Ryan J. Serrano

    Guest starring: Diana Leon and Stephanie as “Stephie Galore”

    Music:

    “James Bond Theme” by John Barry Orchestra

    “Piano in the Background” Playlist by Spotify

    “Skyfall” by Adele

    “The James Bond 007 Theme (Lofi Version)” by Lofi.tv

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • RIS #10 Pt. 2
    May 24 2021

    Description: In the second part of RIS 10, Ryan gives a full in-depth review of Falcon and the Winter Soldier and talks about how it contributes to the ongoing dialogue on race in America. He also presents his scripted thoughts on “I care a lot” by J. Blakeson and “Invincible” by Robert Kirkman. Tune in for some food for thought, drama between siblings, and an existential crisis by the end! Enjoy the episode!

    (0:00) - A message from Captain America

    (3:12) - Falcon and the Winter Soldier Essay Review

    (26:13) - “I care a lot” short Essay Review

    (36:41) - Invincible short Essay Review

    Credits:

    Written by Ryan J. Serrano

    Crew of Photography and Sound:

    Jake Osorio, Attiken Vega and Ryan Serrano

    Guest Appearances:

    Omar Arriaga & Stephanie...

    Music:

    “Marvel Studios Lofi Piano” by aderhim

    “Isaiah Bradley” by Henry Jackman

    “Captain America Suite” by Alan Silvestri

    Tiktok Videos:

    The Rosewood Massacre:

    https://www.tiktok.com/@ohyikesmorgan/video/6963078276227026182?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1

    The City of Palo Alto:

    https://www.tiktok.com/@ferniesanders2024/video/6953849390868073733?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1




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    45 mins
  • RIS #10 Let's get real.
    Apr 26 2021

    Hi there,

    In this episode, Ryan talks with Ethan Moreno (Local game reviewer and one of Ryan's best friends) on the pandemic, its political implications, and the verdict from the Derek Chauvin Trial among other related topics. Enjoy the episode!

    (0:00) Opening Monologue read by Stephanie Serrano.

    (3:48) - How the pandemic affected us personally.

    (11:22) - Ethan talks about his grueling experience working for amazon.

    (16:57) - Did the pandemic help further the political rift in this country?

    (20:40) - How much should we compromise on as a society?

    (31:10) - The guys talk about their experience with podcasts.

    (45:49) - Ryan and Ethan talk about the Verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial.

    (1:01:50) - The Passing of Ma'Khia Bryant.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • RIS #9 Pt. 2 It's time to Dale!
    Apr 4 2021

    Happy Easter!

    RIS wishes you the best and we hope you’re able to spend time with your family this year.

    In this episode, Ryan has a casual and fun conversation with Omar Arriaga about Lil Nas X, the Derek Chauvin case, and what their separate hypothetical presidential administrations would look like. Tune in for some fun times and help us spread the good word of "Dale"!

    (0:00) - Introduction and Lil Nas X

    (19:00) - Quick Thoughts on the Derek Chauvin Case

    (30:10) - Omar and Ryan list off their cabinet members, e.g Mark Wahlberg/Dwayne the Rock (FUN!)

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    1 hr
  • RIS #9 ZSJL, Ginny and Georgia, WandaVision
    Mar 23 2021

    In this episode, Ryan gives a full in-depth review to Ginny and Georgia, expresses his thoughts on Zack Snyder’s Justice League, and gives a final opinion on WandaVision.

    (2:05) - Review of Ginny and Georgia

    (26:20) - Review of Zack’s Snyder’s Justice League

    (36:17) - Final thoughts on WandaVision

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    49 mins
  • RIS #8 is late!
    Mar 3 2021

    In this solo episode, Ryan shares some updates for the show, his thoughts on the latest shows and movies, and the crisis our planet is in. Strap in!

    (8:34) - MCU News (Tom Holland leaving, gushing over Kevin Feige)

    (13:10) - How the X-men could be introduced into the MCU (theories from reddit)

    (21:00) - Thoughts on Evan Peters. AL Pacino is up for a secret role (possibly)

    (28:40) - Wandavision Low point and Midpoint

    (38:25) - Judas and the Black Messiah review

    (52:00) - Flaws of the Trial of the Chicago 7 (movie)

    (56:45) - Thoughts on the climate crisis

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    1 hr and 4 mins