Cooking Death Row Inmate's Last Meal... In the Back of My Van

[@-...Patricia...-]

No need to feel uncomfortable about where you are filming from. Your vids are informative and fun and we are all here for it!

[@KelliErinM]

You should definitely have some home cooking vids! In the van or at home - I love watching your channel.

[@kathyneathery4166]

Omg Ryan!!! We did it...we bought a motorhome! It's a beast , wish us luck!!! You inspired us. Ty!!❤❤❤

[@tylercooksfood]

Hey Ryan, you should put together a road trip Playlist of your favorite music you listen to while on the road! I do a lot of driving for work and am always looking for new tunes! 😃

[@ryandamon714]

Hi

[@Tdaawg]

what a horrible idea

[@xclusiveproductions9226]

@@Tdaawgit’s not really that bad of idea

[@Bastos9458]

Yeah this isn’t a good idea.

[@CarbonCasca]

I don't see how it's a bad idea. I'd love that too.😊

[@BruceWayne53713]

"I think rhonda could've done better." Lmao yea no shit, like not murdering people

[@alyssabarwick2445]

From Martinellis - Back in 2004 John Martinelli developed the one-of-a-kind 10oz Apple Juice bottle that has a crunching sound just like an apple. Unfortunately, the materials used to produce that bottle are no longer available. It breaks our heart too, but we're committed to producing our single-serve apple juice bottles with plenty of flavor, minus the crunch.

[@deblafevers9633]

Last meal request. This is a great idea!!! Robert Dale Conklin, who was put to death by Georgia for murder. Conklin ordered filet mignon wrapped in bacon; shrimp; loaded baked potato; asparagus with hollandaise sauce; French bread; goat cheese; cantaloupe; and apple pie with ice cream.

[@electricfil]

an aristocrat eh

[@AZ-rg3rf]

murderers dont deserve any last meal requests. A slop of potatoes and rice is already a priviledge to these trash

[@sahm32323]

I don't think I will get to travel again in this lifetime. Too many medical issues and not enough money. I really appreciate your videos because you are down to earth. I appreciate the brief history you give off each area especially since I have never been to the US

[@MaxC.94]

as a new englander myself, it would be really cool to see you make your way up to anywhere in new england, especially maine!

[@chelseaesanson]

Ryan! You should do a series where you cook someone's favorite meal that you find at the area you're camping at for the night. Can be something to get you out of your comfort zone and to strike a conversation with someone!

[@chelseaesanson]

Inspired by @Discover Connection of course

[@VaughnGaddis]

Now that I think about it, you should title this series "Meals to die for"

[@bjbj3853]

Heading east? If you're going to be around Albuquerque during the first week in October, don't miss the Balloon Fest. It's awesome!

[@peterdubyoski4622]

Best time. Wilderness camping all over Albuquerque.

[@rjmack49]

Townhouse Ryan has a better mustache trim. 😊 Agree with another commenter that maybe focus on the meals (as you did when you described some meals while you were eating) and less on the criminals. Some of these folks did heinous shit and some of your subscribers might be victims or related to victims. Wouldn’t be fun for them to see a killer somewhat “honored” on your channel. Cool series, but maybe keep the focus on the food.

[@tannertanner8769]

About wiping your hands, get a specific handwipe towel or rag and you can either tuck it in your wasteband or a pocket while you cook with a long end hanging free for wiping. Or you can figure a way for it to hang from your counter at grab/wipe height. You could use a micro fiber cloth that would be very easy to rinse or wash and wring out. Hang it to dry and that's quick and easy.

[@mybevyIsHereToo]

I used to live in Niagara Falls NY ...Must see if you havent - love your content and have been watching since the Pandemic... thanks for being my pandemic distraction !😊

[@Yozora_Jan]

Wild seeing you wake up in an actual home. But very cool none the less. Great content!!!

[@VaughnGaddis]

That meal was to die for.

[@theathjr]

Starting a last meal series while camping down a dirt road next to a suspicious vehicle just outside of LA proper. Ryan !!

[@CannyBlether-dz6hj]

Plus not leaving after someone hollering weirdly, at least he closed his door!

[@javeywavey]

I wipe my hands on my shirt or pants all the time too. The remedy is to have a wipe cloth tucked into your waist band! either by your side or in front. Or just hang up a wipe cloth somewhere convenient since your van is small enough to reach pretty much everywhere easily. Maybe on one of your cabinet handles, like how you hang your towel?

[@bryancooks6632]

Not too many show Laughlin Nevada, there are a few federal and state parks / campgrounds there and searchlight is on the way and has a federal park/ campground called Cottonwood cove.

[@melaniereilly3407]

Ryan, what would your last meal be? You should make that for us next time :)

[@DenaInWyo]

I'm gonna guess crab legs ;)

[@amanday4705]

Hi! Have you explored mid-southern Illinois yet? Starved Rock is gorgeous for hiking. And if you head north in Illinois to the McHenry county area there are tons of hiking, camping, fishing, etc. places to go. From there its a close drive to Wisconsin which has even more to see!

[@jonbuselli631]

That’s a great idea!!!! I had no idea who you were a year ago started watching and I’m hooked!!!! The trip the food and the knowledge is top notch keep doing your thing!!!

[@zSpindler]

If you are out towards NC, check out Hot Springs, NC. It is right on the French Broad River along the Appalachian Trail

[@HarrieSilver]

loving the house footage!

[@moricey4776]

Giant Ravioli’s with Dumpling in a white Garlic thick sauce. Cheese on Nacho’s with hamburger and olives and sour cream. etc. ☕️👍🏻🇺🇸🫑

[@javtah]

Can’t wait to see the new build! Love your content. Keep on filming and growing and inspiring.

[@BrittMFH]

Ryan! Most of us true crime fans appreciate when recognition is given to the victims. My suggestion is to continue this series as last meal of the killer of "xxx", give a short synopsis of the crime, and let the killer's name go unrecognized.

[@bouutiquems3578]

Yeah and please don't say cheers to the person who killed her children

[@cantcatch_sht]

Come through East Tennessee. Lots of cool stuff close by to hike to or check out. Also some of the best views when you get up in the mountains.

[@Marci629]

What I think you should do next is anything you want. I’ll watch it.

[@brec5912]

Can't wait for the next videos! Thank you so much Ryan ♥

[@ulrich101]

Bro don’t cheers Rhonda lmao she literally killed her children

[@thoughtzbytreee]

That is what I am thinking too

[@G3N3RALSMOK3Qc]

We know he's a good guy but he will learn from that one I guess/hope ahah

[@Suscription]

It really isn't that deep. Its a tribute to the food and nothing more.

[@wechill9399]

7:41 just for comparison: I paid exactly 108 EUR last week for 55 liters of Diesel (12 gallons) in Germany. 19 gallons (~72 liters) for 108 USD ain't that bad..

[@JohnDoeDeMondo]

I would love to see you in Colorado. Specifically taking the “Million dollar highway” up into Ouray, Colorado. It’s just so breathtaking, one of the best mountain drives. Godspeed Ryan!!

[@EnzoooFN]

Should head up to Vermont. Nice looking place in the fall.

[@johndoe-zd9lb]

When going up mountains with the extra weight....if you have a tow/haul button on the shifter use it...if not shift out of overdrive(the d with circles or brackets around it) down too the d with no brackets or whatever the next gear down is Ps. If your van did not come standard with a trans cooler....have one added, not real expensive

[@Cdenison567]

Dude your are living it. Love your videos . Your journey's look so fun. And you are killing it at the cooking you make some amazing dishes.

[@cateisme]

Can’t wait for the build videos!!! But also, I like the home videos etc, it’s nice to see different stuff, we are gonna watch, regardless of where ya are:):) I don’t think anyone is watching STRICTLY because you’re in your van, sorry BUD, you’ve got a whole LOTTA people watchin just because WE LIKE YOUUUU 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@kiowatribegirl]

Wow, 108 is hot....here in Oklahoma is pretty hot also... today was 100 degrees, but next week we will be feeling like fall weather....im excited for it....thank you ryan, and please be safe...have fun...

[@joshparker7264]

Hey Ryan, you should do the great river road that follows the Mississippi River! About if beautiful river towns with really nice people and places to stay!

[@hihoney1122]

Im ready for cooking for friends series. Now that everyone can hang out and sit around a table. Then weekend getaway with friends. Perfect setup.🎉

[@Float_Locker]

That yelp from that stranger was definitely creepy. Especially as you’re cooking a deceased person’s last meal!

[@seancaliff6766]

Love these videos keep up the great work Ryan and safe travels

[@sharonmcentee8615]

Scanned through comments to see if anyone suggested wiping your hands on small towel or paper towel while cooking. I could never cook without one. Keep your pants clean. Great idea with death row meal idea!

[@2Levs]

Ryan come visit upstate NY I live in Kingston NY but you can visit the Adirondacks

[@epic8467]

Love the vids and following your travels. I think you should make a tour through Colorado. In particular Estes Park Colorado. Lots to do there, good food and people. You can do a catch and cook guaranteed to get a fish at trout haven. Stocked pond and fun to fish. The main course will be the Stanley Hotel. It’s where Stephen King got inspiration for the Shining. Such a beautiful hotel. I think the cooler weather and tons to do would be good for your channel. Keep up the good work on your channel. Stay safe have fun!

[@Wooooptywoop]

Inmate: Lawrence Russell Brewer Two chicken fried steaks with gravy drenched onions and other stuff

[@matthurst2]

I might have missed it but hit rampart range road in Colorado. It’s sort of behind Garden of the Gods and would give you some beautiful campsites.

[@humbertovergara8678]

The apple juice has to be the brand martinelli fircit to work. Bite into it like a apple bite make sure it's dry

[@valley180]

I was very confused when your meal was not a large brown cube

[@amischair]

5:15 Gee, Ryan only 10,000?? 😂😂 The views are beautiful in the Cali mountains!

[@maxwellebert7787]

Content's still fire, really appreciate the effort you go to find creative twists on the formula you established!

[@jeffsatz4080]

I live in Park City. You can do all kinds of cool stuff in the area. From bobsled ride at the 2002 Olympic Park to antique train ride in Heber, Ut. There's Sundance resort to Bridal Vail waterfall. Tons of camping everywhere. And of course Park City as an old mining town. Then I would head to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks.

[@annabiotic1078]

Ryan, do Allen Lee “Tiny” Davis! Lobster tail, fried potatoes, 1/2 lb of fried shrimp, 6 ounces of fried clams, 1/2 loaf of garlic bread and 32 ounces of A&W root beer.😮

[@SirMikeB]

Ryan - you should get a small broiler oven. It would be easier to toast and cook small oven dishes. Almost as good as a microwave to heat stuff up too.

[@cjmedia1725]

Movin on up in the world Ryan! Love that you only live part time in the van because camping and traveling part time is something I’m very interested in doing.

[@chris19873]

Always a Joy to Watch your videos Ryan One of the best KZbinrs out there and well spoken

[@shadowdanial3549]

My wife always said she'd pick Maryland blue crabs has a last meal, but not necessarily because they're yummy. She just figures it'd be an extra good 4 hours longer before she is put to death!

[@Sanflo78]

Not sure if you have been to the North Carolina Mountains, but Blowing rock, Grandfather mountain and the Blue Ridge Mountains are great places to see. You could be there for peak season of the fall leaves which is amazing.

[@dave2431]

One idea of something a little different in LV is to find a guiding service in LV to take you rock climbing at the beautiful Red Rocks just outside of town. I enjoy all your content especially the recipes.

[@conniecornelio147]

Hi! Connie from Elk County (elk country), PA. I love your videos !!! I think you need to travel to Cape Cod, then take ferry to Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard!!! You'll love it!!

[@jacquelineacosta4291]

If you go through Barstow ( my hometown and home of original Del Taco) gotta stop at Calico Ghost Town and/or eat at Peggy Sue Diner.

[@1953MMike]

7:15....Will your new 3 cylinder truck camper with 56 hp make it up hills? 😮😮

[@brandonb3311]

Dude, this entire time I thought you were actually cooking for a death row prisoner 🤦🏼‍♂️😂😂😂. Throughout the entire video I started questioning “how and who reached out to you to cook them their last dinner?” Hope I’m not the only one who thought this 😆😆

[@shannonking2126]

After leaving Las Vegas, you might have time to go up into New England and catch the changing color of the Fall leaves on video. The best times for changing leaf colors seem to be late September, and you could get some good footage before heading back to San Diego. Since you said you wanted to venture into the northeast sometime, this might be a nice window of opportunity.

[@victoriadecarlo9734]

Enjoyed the content. When you stepped out and mentioned how quiet it was up there, I immediately thought a Squatch is present, sure sign... then cooking with the door open at spooky time, that scream from some big lungs? Squatch for sure was watching and smelling what you were cooking. 😳Dude, stay safe out there! ❤

[@tkgsingsct]

If you start the potatoes in cold water, bring them to boil with the water it ensures they cook evenly.

[@louisz8786]

Have you thought about doing some of the easier sections of the Trans America Trail? When you head back west, you could start in Hatteras, North Carolina and take the trail west. I think most of it can be done in a two wheel drive. The more technical sections could be bypassed. It's a bucket list drive for me.

[@FishingwithCristina]

I think I would order endless pasta 😂😂 just keep it coming I'm not done 😂😂

[@Tom-kj6hz]

The New England states are often overlooked. Maine has many lakes, Acadia National Park. New Hampshire has Mount Washington. Just a suggestion

[@Tom-kj6hz]

Hello Ryan, Thank you for the message. I am unsure about "I have a something for you." Should I send you an email, if so, to what address? I don't have Instagram. Thanks!

[@astrophilosophe]

That yell at 14:46 eerily reminded me of the Sierra Sounds. You were in prime Bigfoot territory

[@deshungrant31]

Love the video bro! Low key ur a amazing cook! Love from Atlanta ga ❤️

[@calvinchau6873]

On your shifter when going uphill shift it to 2nd or 3rd gear. Keeping the car at 3000rpm going up hill will make your car work harder going up.

[@mscattale]

You can also put the potatoes on a plate to mash and it’s a little easier! A head of Cabbage is actually heavier than a head of lettuce!😊

[@shannonking2126]

I think death row inmates' last meals is a very depressing idea for your channel, which is usually an uplifting, informative and relaxing channel. The "last meal" cooking theme turned the mood of your channel suddenly dark, and gave publicity to murderers who would probably like knowing they're still getting such public attention. Maybe you could find favorite celebrity recipes, somewhat unusual international recipes (like Ethiopian, etc.), and/or even unusual tribal recipes of Indigenous peoples around the world. Those would be interesting and not depressing and mundane as the often very common comfort foods chosen by despicable people as a last meal. There is nothing interesting about watching a hamburger being made (especially with no cheese!), tiny makeshift cinnamon buns and mashed potatoes. Anyway, safe travels on your flight back east to visit your girlfriend.

[@VandeauxOTR]

Solution for the hand wiping: tuck a hand towel or paper towel or whatever into your belt loop and wipe hands on that.

[@fredfleming8905]

I wish I had the ability to move to high ground to get cooler. This is the first day in Houston the temperature did not go over 100 degrees...just days before we had record highs. Not a bad meal....I like pretty much everything you cooked.

[@Zennonjaymusiq]

Hey Bro big fan from South Africa love watching your channel and thank you for the wholesome content.

[@DanMaiato]

Ryan, when travelling uphill on the highway use the low gear setting, you should have a lower gear right under drive. Hope that helps!!

[@RoysToys1027]

I love the new death row cooking show. cant wait to see the next episode. keep up the good work!

[@dosomethingandfindout]

New subscriber here! Just stumbles on your videos on my feed cause I decided watching vanlife videos. Decided to subscribe because it’s good content and the food 😂😂

[@natedaddy023]

Hey Ryan hope all is well. I think this new last meal series idea really cool. Hope you continue it make sure you pick the weird once. Also you should come down to NY n stealth Camp on Park Avenue or something. Looking forward to your nxt vid.

[@spacecow5000]

If your driving thru New Mexico on the week of October 8th-13th come to ABQ for the ballon fiesta. Park at the casino on the hill and watch from there. It’s epic bro.

[@mahinaluna6998]

John Wayne Gacy's last meal would be a fun one to watch you prepare from scratch in the RV... Or for something super tasty go for Danny Rollings Final feast. Either way fun twist Ryan... keep up the great content.

[@axtran]

A thing I'd love to see is a '60s VW van camper with your touch on it ;)

[@Florida-welder]

This time of the year is some of the best time to visit us and by us I mean the Florida Everglades…… some what cooler nights and fishing is in fire right now

[@Janzen_96]

Tomorrow is my first adventure by myself, alone in my volkswagen golf but cant wait to try something new hopefully i have as much fun as you usually do! Ill be sure to film as much as i can

[@spyderf16]

Lawrence Russell Brewer if you have a group. Man single handedly got special requests banned in Texas because he went over the top in volume and then refused to eat it.

[@jakekisiel7399]

Sorry, Ryan. Biden says you can't use gas stoves.

[@kemikemi]

Meals inspired by death row, mother killing family with rat poison. This is what happens, when you are running out of great ideas for "stealth camping" best wishes Ryan and get an apron.

[@ShotbySick]

Ryan I'm interested in buying a promaster too, wondering if you could bring up / do a video detailing your experiences with the promaster and it's reliability /maintenance you've had to do over the life of the van.

[@drewzimmer8057]

Flagstaff, AZ after you get back to NV and head east. Would love to take you out for a beer. It’s only 3 hours from Vegas.

[@michellescofield]

Kansas is a beautiful state - there are flint hills and loads of prairie grasslands. The killers of the Clutter family were executed at Lansing. Perry Smith reportedly asked for shrimp, French fries, and ice cream. (Weird because KS isn’t exactly known for shrimp.) I bet you could make ice cream in your van! If you come this way, let me know. I don’t have a road trip planned until November.

[@zebracorn4281]

Kinda wish you did a funny slow motion edit with your surprised reaction when the cwescent rolls popped. Maybe you can turn it into a short.

[@thedaggonator]

For my last meal, I would invite all my friends and family over for a giant dinner party. I would not tell them it was my last night alive.

[@katanari3278]

An apron would be pretty good if you find yourself wiping your hands on your pants all the time! I kinda like the idea of a custom branded apron for you since you cook so much.

[@markmata2671]

Haven’t gone myself, but since you’re going east, go to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Pretty much the Smoky Mountains.

[@angeschannel73]

Those Pillsbury tubes are the adult version of the jack in the box 😂

[@Deafgamer-b1q]

I can't wait to get me an Rv and start making video's about the pro's and con's and travel like you, the only down factor for my traveling abilities is that i live off of ssdi but i get alot from disability more then the average person that's on ssdi cause i'm special

[@rtshort]

Started watching you when you had less that 50K subs. I've enjoyed all of your vids. I'd like to have a place to call home too, as you wanted. (I do have a place!). You are adapting well to the on camera life. Whether you are doing things at your new home, or on the road, I'll be here watching. Sounds like an interesting little "series". I would watch them whether you are cooking them at home, or in the van on the road. Oh, and last meal is what "you" want, not what you think it should have been. She probably didn't like cheese on her burger. LOL