R&R with RTZ
R&R with RTZ
Rahib Zaman
A behind-the-scenes look into the world of dance videos, video production, anime figures, and model kits, as shown on RTZ Productions and Builds while also providing a space for local DMV talent to discuss their artistic endeavors. Rest and Relax with us while we Rant and Ramble!
Ep. 27: Choosing Emceeing as a Career as a South Asian (with Rohit 'MC Riju' Ray)
On this episode, the R&R gang (Rahib, Tuhin, and Areeba) interview the Roaring Emcee: Rohit Ray and talk about how he got into the business, how he dealt with maintaining his unconventional career path among the South Asian community, and the ups-and-downs of the entertainment industry. Follow Rohit 'MC Riju' Ray on Instagram @rohitrayliveSupport the show
Feb 20, 2024
1 hr 24 min
Ep. 26: Interview with Hollywood Stunt Actor and Youtuber: Omar Zaki
Starting the new year and Season 3 strong with an amazing podcast! We were lucky enough to sit down with an old high-school friend of Rahib's: Omar Zaki. After discovering his passion for parkour and filming, Omar moved to LA to pursue his dreams in Hollywood. He is now a well-established stunt actor and Youtuber with videos amassing millions of views. You can catch him (or not really) stunt doubling on shows like DAVE, Ahsoka, and even a little bit of Spider-Man No Way Home. Check out his socials below:https://www.youtube.com/@UChtYObeyfTXMM1Ij8V1wmvw https://www.instagram.com/omarzaki0/Support the show
Jan 10, 2024
1 hr 26 min
Ep. 25: That Boy's a Liar??? Reviewing Hasan Minhaj's battle with The New Yorker
In this episode, we have guest and aspiring stand-up comedian Ratib Zaman come on and discuss his thoughts on all the controversy surrounding comedian Hasan Minhaj and his New Yorker exposé. We get into detail on the apparent "lies" spread by Hasan bhai and whether or not it could be considered lying. Should comedians be held to such a high degree of scrutiny? Did the New Yorker come into this situation with an agenda? Should Areeba stop being a devil's advocate? Tune in to find out. Support the show
Nov 14, 2023
1 hr 9 min
Ep. 24: Reviewing THE PURGE - our best Halloween dance video
Happy Halloween everyone! Today we're talking about one of our favorite videos of all time: the Purge. As always we have the choreographers present in the discussion, Prithvi and Rahib, and we talk about how this project came to be, how we felt with the results and how this tied in to the actual Purge movie franchise.Support the show
Oct 31, 2023
34 min
Ep. 23: Reviewing CURSED - our Halloween short film
On this episode we discuss one of our biggest projects ever: CURSED! This was a Halloween-themed short film we made in 2020. Shot over multiple days with multiple actors and dancers, this was a crazy project with many moving parts. We go into detail on how we put this together in such a stressful time.Support the show
Oct 18, 2023
53 min
Ep. 22: Kahini Books - Your favorite South-Asian bookstore
On this episode, we bring on the owner of Kahini Books, Ryanna Quazi, and talk all about how she started the business, what south-asian literature means to her, and her goals with this one-of-a-kind south-asian book store.Support the show
Oct 2, 2023
1 hr 5 min
Ep. 21: Reviewing PEACHES - Using Smoke Bombs in a Video
On this episode, we review a dance video directed by Rahib himself, PEACHES! This video was special in that it was the first time that we used smoke bombs as a prop. That combined with some cool cars, a drone, and 100+ degree weather, made for a very unique video shoot experience. Let's listen to hosts  Areeba, Tuhin, and Rahib try to stay on topic and discuss all the particulars of this video.Support the show
Sep 7, 2023
47 min
Ep. 20: Reviewing SWEETEST PIE - Areeba's split personality
On this episode, we review one of the creations out of Areeba's mind(s), SWEETEST PIE! In that video, Areeba plays both Dua Lipa and Meg Thee Stallion so we go in-depth on how she came up with the concept and choreography and how filming all of that went.Support the show
Aug 2, 2023
57 min
Ep. 19: Reviewing BUTTER - What if BTS was all girls?
Hosts Rahib, Areeba, and Tuhin discuss the dance concept video they made to BUTTER by BTS. From choreography to location scouting to shoot day, they give an insight look into how this concept video was made. Tune in to find out all the ups and downs that come in the world of video production.Support the show
Jul 13, 2023
1 hr 5 min
Ep. 18: Reviewing SHIVERS - Our best Valentine's Day video
Continuing on with our review of past videos, hosts Rahib, Areeba, and Tuhin grab their jackets and hot chocolate to discuss the SHIVERS concept video. This video was set to Shivers by Ed Sheeran and featured performances and choreography from Rahib and Areeba and was filmed by Tuhin. Let's see if this special 2022 Valentine's Day video still gives us the shivers!Support the show
Jul 1, 2023
57 min
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