Ripple (2025) s01e02 Episode Script

1
You were numb
when you first came to see me.
You also said that music
was the one thing
that could make you feel.
Maybe there's some grief
in your choice to give it up?
You may want
to get that checked out.
There's a nodule.
Left lung.
She's starting to notice
that you're not here.
-Everything will be okay.
-How do you know?
We all need someone
to tell us so.
Baby?
You're not alone.
Not for me.
Last time I was here, my wife
ordered this fantastic red.
Always, always.
Ahh!
Oh…
It's been three years
since you signed a new artist.
-I'm a record exec.
-What?
I know this spot.
They book local acts.
I feel like
I'm sick all of a sudden.
I hope she shows.
You know,
going through tunnels,
it's dark and quiet.
There's a romance to it,
believe it or not.
Hey.
Mateo!
My water broke!
I-I can't…
You're breaking up.
-My water
-Oh, hold on, hold on.
It's incredible,
isn't it?
I said
the baby is coming!
Oh, my God!
Uh, now?!
I'm on my way.
I'm on my way, I'm on my way!
To love someone
so much that on the inside
you feel like at any moment
you could burst.
She should have
been here by now…
Whatever.
Same old story ♪
It's the same old song ♪
Oh, John!
Oh, I'm so relieved.
Where is she?
Wait, Aria's meeting you here?
Yeah, she's set to play.
Wait, you didn't know?
Maybe she fell asleep.
She doesn't sleep
unless I'm home.
It's a whole thing.
But it's nice that
you wanted to check on her.
She'll appreciate that.
To be fair, it's probably on me.
She was anxious about the set.
I can be pushy.
Do you think I scared her off?
It's that or she hates me.
One thing about my wife,
if she doesn't like you,
you'll know.
Is that her?
-No.
-Oh.
Babe?
Oh, she left her phone.
Rose?
Okay.
Yeah, thank you.
She's in Jersey.
Her mom's house.
Great.
What?
Nothing.
Just, um…
Weird that she would go there.
Those two are like
oil and water,
and the last few weeks,
she's barely left the apartment.
Really?
Feels like she's been relying
on me for everything lately.
And don't get me wrong,
I want to be there for her.
It's just sometimes
I don't know if I'm helping
-or making it worse.
-I get that.
Can I ask…
How did you get her
to play for you?
She didn't want to
at first, but…
I think I caught her off guard,
which helped.
Didn't give her a chance
to get in her own head.
-Hmm.
-She's quite special.
I know.
When we first moved in,
she would sing
every night before bed.
It was the best part of my day,
and then…
It stopped.
Did something happen?
You don't have
to tell me if it's too
No, no, she became fixated
on starting a family.
Which I want too.
I just thought I'd…
wait a little longer.
But the idea of it
made her so happy,
which made me happy.
But she didn't
have to give up one thing
in order to have the other.
She didn't, but she did.
And then when we started trying,
we figured it would
happen quickly.
It's been a year.
Oh my gosh,
I made this a therapy session.
Oh, don't worry.
I'll invoice.
Please relay the message:
I am not done with her yet.
It's really nice to know
that someone else
finally gets to see what I see.
The question is,
how to get her to see it too.
Hmm.
Morning.
How'd you sleep?
I can't remember the last time
I passed out like that.
You must miss your old bedroom.
I had to store
my old furniture in here
when I got the new bedroom set.
Hope that's all right.
Of course.
It's your house.
What's that?
Lyrics to that song, "Seasons,"
Future Islands.
Their performance
on Letterman…
Changed everything.
It's like…
He felt the music
with his whole body.
I'd never seen that before.
I remember.
No, you don't.
You watched it on replay
for two days straight
and then taught yourself
to play an acoustic version.
Which you then played
for weeks after that.
I remember.
I forgot to call John.
It's fine.
I spoke to him last night.
I… I didn't mean
to just show up.
You can always
just show up, Aria.
Despite what you think…
It's your home too.
That's like six
health code violations.
The water pressure's low.
I have no idea why.
Well, maybe we should
call Walter.
He seems handy.
Or, you know, handier than us.
Also, the banister
in the cellar is wonky.
I don't know what's…
Are you okay?
What's goin' on?
So, I…
Have not been sleeping.
Yeah, obviously.
Wait, can you tell?
Sorry, I didn't mean
to say it like that; I just
-Yeah, I know how I look.
-Well, I was gonna say,
you always look dashing
to me, boss.
Thank you.
Check this out.
Wow. Okay.
I took it during
the heat wave in July.
It was, like, clockin' 102
in Park Slope,
but these kids did not care.
They were out there for hours.
-This is great.
-Thank you.
Do you wanna
hang this up in here?
No, I no.
Rebecca's got dibs.
She wants it for her bedroom.
Says it could bring about
an energetic shift.
That sounds like you're
gettin' pretty serious.
Yeah, maybe.
Hey, uh, maybe while
you're in this love high,
would you mind covering
my shift this afternoon?
-Yeah, man.
-Thank you.
Also, hey…
You are always welcome
to stay at my place.
I've got an Ikea pull-out.
It's the fancy one.
That's very kind, but then
we'd have to explain to Rebecca
why your dashing
and very handsome boss
is now sleeping
in the living room.
-Okay.
-It's awkward, right?
Well, yeah.
Well, I-I mean,
I didn't say "handsome."
-It's implied!
-Okay.
Customers can easily log into
their online account
to make changes…
Whoa…
…or continue to hold
for the next available operator.
Oh…
Come on…
No, you come on.
Charger…
Ah, yes!
That's it! Charger!
Whoa…!
Got the charger!
Got the charger.
I found the charger.
Ooh…
Argh…
Oh, come on!
This is Sandy B
with New York Water and DEP.
Who do I have the pleasure
of speaking with today?
Whoa, whoa, whoa!
Hey, hey, hi, hello!
Yes, this is Walter Valle.
Uh, V, A, I, I, E.
Um, my water isn't working.
I… I think it's because,
uh, the bill is late.
My wife usually pays
for utilities, and
You can access
the account online any time…
-No, I can't.
-…seven days a week.
My laptop is dead and, uh,
I can't find the charger.
Now… could you
Could you…?
So those are the options
you'll be looking at.
Uh, but stage two lung cancer.
I mean, that's
that's manageable.
-Claire, hey.
-Well
-Sorry. Can you just
-Right?
Right.
I'm sorry, she's a nurse, so…
How long have you been married?
-Six years.
-We're separated.
Yes, it is manageable…
If we start treatment
immediately.
We need to see
how your body responds.
Chemo?
Chemo.
Hey…
That's great.
Thanks, bye.
Okay, so I was able
to get you an appointment
for this afternoon.
That way we can set up
a schedule
even sooner than later, okay?
Oh, I think I'd rather
go in the morning.
Um… look, my shift
doesn't start for two hours,
so why don't we head there now?
I'm really friendly
with the head nurse.
She's really nice.
Can she get me
into the VIP lounge?
They probably
have stronger meds.
I'm just gonna text her, okay?
Just… so impressed
with how in tune with me
and my needs you are, Claire.
Like, you really listen
to everything I'm saying.
Please stop.
Please.
I don't need any
sort of special favors.
That's not
why I asked you to come.
Okay…
Why did you ask me here?
I-I…
I just needed
an extra set of ears.
That's all.
Yeah.
Uh, yeah.
That's all.
Well, I think we can
talk to Anna tonight.
No. Not yet.
Well, what about your parents?
I feel like we should at least
-No.
-Well…
No.
Thanks for coming in
to interview with me today.
The challenge is finding artists
we like and the label likes.
I'm familiar with that dance.
Um, what are you into?
Oh, I'm a big
oldies fan myself.
You know, the classics
Coldplay, Avril Lavigne, Eminem.
-Mm-hm.
-Our goal is to create
a chill environment so artists
can feel grounded, centered.
Do you have a daily practice?
Does, uh, Happy Hour count?
What else?
Oh, pressed juice, organic.
Of course.
You like juice?
-Um…
-Let's get some juice.
Okay.
Of course,
we have plenty of blankets,
but some people
like to bring their own.
We also suggest puzzles,
headphones, books.
Although we have
a great stash here.
Finn is an avid reader.
Last treatment center, they
did not have a library, so…
I'll need to see what they have.
Fair enough.
Pharmacy, 156…
We should get
one of these at home.
Don't you think, Daddy?
Ça va, ma chérie?
You okay?
So… what's
the snack situation?
Oh, I'm not supposed
to tell anyone about this,
but since you're already
my favorite…
Voila…
Uh… need
a little help down here!
You sure you don't
want me to come?
I can get somebody
to cover my shift.
No, I'm…
I'm sure.
Thank you.
You know, you you can't
sleep at the bar during chemo.
It's not gonna work.
I mean,
once you're in the clear,
you can go back
to apartment hunting, and…
And, uh, you and I
can deal with…
Everything else.
But can we agree
to just put all that on hold…
Just for now?
What is happening?
Hey, so, um,
security guard said
that a water main break
caused floods all over the city,
so some of the wings are closed,
but oncology's open.
Thank you. You need to go.
You're gonna be late.
Okay, but you're gonna
keep me posted?
Yeah.
And Lindsay is picking up
Anna from school, okay?
Okay, I'm sorry,
I don't think this woman's
doing all that well.
-Hold this.
-Yeah.
Thank you.
Hi, ma'am,
can I see your pulse, please?
I'm just gonna take your wrist.
I'm here to help you, okay?
Hey, come on in.
How's your day been?
I can't find the damn charger
for that laptop anywhere.
Brenda, she saved
all the passwords on there.
Now, and those people
on the other line on the phone,
they don't want to help.
All they want to do is yap
about security concerns
and privacy.
I mean,
those are both real things.
Why don't we go
and buy you a new one, hmm?
Because we need a solution
that doesn't require us
flipping a mattress.
I don't have the back for it,
and I know you don't.
Hmm.
A few months
before my wife passed,
she bought this
waffle-maker on clearance.
I don't know why.
We were never waffle people.
But man,
she could not resist a sale.
-You don't like waffles?
-Not really.
Or French toast.
I like pancakes,
and sometimes…
Walter, you got me off track!
Anyway, I remember staring
at that damn box every day…
Mm-hm?
…collecting dust.
I knew I had to return it, so…
I go to Target,
and they refuse to take it back.
I have a full-on
meltdown right there
in front of a line
full of people.
Okay, let me guess,
they felt bad, took it back.
Nope.
The manager comes out
and he says,
"Ma'am, that sticker says,
'Bed Bath and Beyond.'"
Okay, that's funny.
It's never about
the waffle maker.
New guitar?
Uh… yes and no.
Someone left it
at a park bench with a note:
"Take me, I'm yours."
So… I did.
That's quite a find.
Yeah.
Um…
I was supposed
to play a set last night.
Oh, that's… good.
-What?
-Nothing.
Uh, I guess I always hoped…
You know what I'm gonna say.
You're a pianist at heart, Aria.
People would kill
for talent like yours.
Okay, well, maybe next time
I'll find a piano.
I mean, my dad
was in a band, right?
I remember thinking
he must have been… so cool.
I mean…
what did he play?
Little bit of everything.
I thought I had pancake mix.
Argh!
You know what?
Let's go to the diner.
Mom!
You always do this.
What am I doing?
He died before I was born,
and I know nothing about him.
Why do I have to feel bad
every time I ask a question?
I'm sorry.
It's hard for me, Aria.
Yeah, well, imagine how I feel.
We can't seem to have
an honest conversation.
Let's talk.
Why'd you come here last night?
One of the hardest things to do
is ask ourselves
the tough questions.
You can't keep avoiding things
just because they're hard.
Wonder where
I learned to do that.
Sneaking a coffee without me?
Just taking a quick break.
What's up with you?
You all right?
It was a long night.
I'm fine.
You can talk to me.
You know that.
By the way, I've been getting
tons of compliments on this.
It's the nicest birthday gift
anyone's ever gotten me.
It's not a big deal.
You remembered a story
from over a year ago, mind you.
About my favorite class trip
to the planetarium.
Who does that?
I gotta get back.
I'll see you later.
I'm hot.
Are you hot?
Oh, okay, you can wait outside.
Ah…
Uh, it's fine, it's fine.
You claustrophobic?
No.
Uh…
Maybe?
It's why I can't do subways.
Oh, come on now.
Trains are the best.
I miss the rush hour.
Stop.
No, I'd always hold the door
for the people
comin' down the steps.
And then they'd squeeze in
together like sardines.
Walter, I'm already flaring.
Please, no visuals.
Okay, but hey,
you're missin' out.
You know, some nights,
Brenda would hop on and ride
with me till my shift was over.
She called it,
"Choose your own adventure."
It'd be 2:00, 3:00 am…
Just the two of us
on that one train.
Now, that I can do.
You know, going through tunnels,
it's dark and quiet.
There's a romance to it,
believe it or not.
She'd fall asleep
on my shoulder.
Those were the nights
when I did not care
if the train would stall.
That way I could hold her
for a bit longer.
It's incredible, isn't it,
to love someone so much
that on the inside,
you feel like, at any moment…
You could burst.
Your roster of artists
is really impressive, Kris.
You signed Tristan Ashgrove
when he was 18?
Mm-hm.
I heard he's about to go
on tour with Phoebe Bridgers.
Yes, I was sad to lose him,
but, well,
his mum was also his manager,
and she had other plans.
Yeah, we've had parents
try to run meetings.
I get it.
She should know,
if it wasn't for you,
his career would have
never taken off.
I steered the ship,
but it really was all him.
It's special when you
meet someone and realize…
This is what
they're meant to do.
Can I hang on to you
for a bit longer?
I have someone
I'd love for you to hear.
I have a quick meeting, but then
we can pick this back up.
Absolutely.
Due to
a water main break uptown,
A, C, and E trains
running in both directions
are delayed
until further notice.
A, C, and E trains
running in both directions
are delayed
until further notice.
Um… it's…
-Hi.
-Oh, hi.
I was, uh, walking home
just now, and train delays.
And, uh, I saw you
through the window,
and then I walked fast,
hoping you wouldn't see me,
and then, uh, I walked back.
I'm sorry I didn't show.
I mean… I did.
I just didn't…
make it inside.
As long as you're good.
Are you good?
Yeah.
Uh…
Um…
I don't suppose, uh…
I-I mean, I was thinking…
I don't even know if this is
Oh, I need a full sentence,
my love.
Can you book me in again?
I can.
Tonight?
Oh…
You know,
the first time I heard you sing,
it wasn't at the apartment.
I followed you home
from the park.
And before
I sound like a stalker,
and I'm realizing now
it might be a bit late for that,
I want you to know
that in the first 10 seconds,
you blew me away.
That voice, Aria.
You are…
Honest, and vulnerable, and raw.
That's what people
will connect to.
You are what people
will connect to.
I'll see you in a bit.
Hello…
Hope you haven't
been waiting too long.
I'm normally
at the downtown store,
but they called me to cover.
That flood really
mucked everything up today.
All right!
How can I help you?
-Uh, I'm looking for a charger.
-Okay.
I always wanted a pair of those.
Oh, these are amazing.
You wanna try?
-Yeah.
-There you go.
Let me…
Oh!
Oh…
I haven't connected it yet.
I know, I'm just warming it up!
Okay!
Okay, stop.
Congratulations.
Thanks, man.
Her name is Corin.
One of our reps
found her on Instagram.
We signed her a month ago.
Three million organic followers.
Wow.
Thoughts?
I think… she sounds
exactly like Ariana Grande.
Looks like her too.
That's what everyone says.
Oh.
Yeah.
Attention, patients.
We apologize for the…
Oh, well…
We're taking on
paediatric oncology.
They had to shut down the entire
ward because of the flood.
Okay.
We'll get to you
as soon as possible.
Thank you for your patience
and your understanding.
I gotta call Mama.
Are you good for now?
Très bien, ma chérie.
I only read up through
Prisoner of the Barren.
That's not even
halfway through the series.
I read this one three times.
I don't think I've read
anything three times.
Is it… is it
really that good?
It's Emerald Staircase.
Right.
They have way more books here
than in the kid ward.
But the snacks are better there.
Books or snacks,
that really is a tough one.
I think it was just some
water damage, though, right?
Should re-open soon.
I heard a guy with a radio
say three months.
Wow, you're really
a fountain of information.
You should work here.
Finn's a cool name.
My name's Nate.
That is not a cool name.
Could you do me a favor?
Maybe you could, like,
give me a cool name?
-Harry Styles?
-Yeah, that one's taken.
But it's cooler than "Nate."
That's true.
What about, like, "Atlas"?
Like a map?
Or, uh… Sebastian?
Like the crab?
Maybe it's like a happy crab.
Sebastian, he seems fun,
doesn't he?
Hello.
Hey, can I
book a slot for tonight?
Why are you whispering?
Why are you whispering?
I will talk to Ellis.
Let's say… 8?
-Well, that's not really asking.
-Well, are you not at work?
I… I'm not, no.
How's your day going?
Not great.
I think this massive
record label wants to hire me.
Yeah, that sounds rough.
I have to go.
I said I was going to the loo,
and it's been
way too much time now.
Not unless it's more
than number one.
Crass.
Was that your girlfriend?
I'm so sorry.
My daughter can be a little
Curious?
I was gonna say nosey.
Oh my goodness.
My grandpa
makes his ring that loud.
Because he's old.
Hi!
Oh, wow!
Is that, like, a million Legos?
Uh, I need medicine.
Daddy has a cough.
How was school?
I swear, I would never
typically do this
without clearing it
with my team…
But you know when you just get
a gut feeling about something?
I do.
Yeah.
I would love to introduce you
to the rest of the team.
And go for drinks!
Great!
Yeah, these are way more
comfortable than my earbuds.
Right? Now, hold on.
Wait for this.
What am I listening to?
Oh, I listen to this
every night.
This guy Orion.
He is amazing.
I'll take 'em.
All right!
Oh!
I'm sorry.
I kind of ambushed you,
didn't I?
Uh, he needs
a laptop charger, please.
Of course, yes.
I'll be right back.
Um, hey, uh…
I'll meet you outside?
-Okay.
-Uh, could you get that
get my headphones for me?
-Yeah, yeah, yeah, I'll get it.
-Thank you.
Okay…
Okay, uh,
I'll put these in here.
You can just…
Alright.
You, sir, are set.
Thank you so much.
Bye.
Actually, sorry, hold on, um…
If you don't mind, uh,
just for your friend.
It's my…
if she wants to
I mean, uh, just…
Ah.
Got it.
-Ah, yeah.
-Okay.
Thank you!
Alright, then.
I love you.
Bye.
You always lie to your kid?
When did I lie?
You said you had a cough.
I do have a cough.
But you also have cancer.
I think she's a little
too young to understand that.
Unlike you, who seems to be
a 60-year-old woman trapped
in an eight-year-old's body.
I'm nine.
Sometimes my mom talks to me
like I'm still a baby.
I hate that.
How old is your daughter?
She's six.
So, you can tell her in a way
that doesn't make it scary.
But you should tell her.
Just in case.
Are you trying to make me cry?
Oh, good.
Please laugh.
Want one?
That is my favorite.
But no thank you.
I'm trying
to stay away from sugar.
That's dumb.
You're already sick.
Pick one.
Good lord!
Did you did you rob a bodega?
Alright, I got the schedule.
How about we go home?
Thank you.
Of course.
We apologize
for the ongoing delay
due to a water main breakage
on the floor.
We are experiencing some issues.
We thank you for your patience
and assure you…
-Nate?
-Hi.
We're ready for you.
Oh, that was fast.
Well,
you can thank your wife later.
Come on.
It's not easy.
Ah…
What's that?
Remembering that you
won't grow old together.
It stings.
And it will for a while.
But then, all of a sudden,
on some random day,
it doesn't burn as much.
Hm.
I know all we did today was…
Buy some headphones
and a charger, but…
You know what?
Hm?
I had fun with you today.
Me too.
You're fun.
I am!
-And modest.
-Not really.
-What's that?
-You gonna answer that?
That's me?
Mm-hm.
Geez.
Ah…
Hello?
Oh, Ellis…
I'll see you then.
That was the bartender
from Lumi West.
They wanted to know
if I could come by
and help them
with a few repairs.
They could offer me
a free dinner
and a glass of red.
Ooh, now, see,
that's my kind of swap.
Would you like to come with me?
Do I get free wine, too?
I'm so excited for you, babe.
What if I bomb?
What if you kill it?
Ellis.
Thank you so much for covering.
Uh, Nate, you should meet Aria.
Oh, hello.
Welcome to my money pit.
My fine establishment.
Just kidding.
I know you.
You… you're here with
the suits for Happy Hour.
Oh, I mean, they're here
more often than I am, but yeah.
John.
Nate.
Nice to meet you.
So, you're the one that Kris
can't stop talking about, huh?
How're you feelin'?
Are you feelin' good?
You ready?
It has to be right now.
Okay, great.
It's all yours.
-Awesome, okay.
-Oh, babe, babe, guitar.
-Great.
-The guitar.
You're great.
You're great.
Why am I nervous?
At this point,
I think we all are.
Voila.
My name is Aria Navarro.
It's been a long time since
I performed in front of a crowd.
You got this, babe!
Woo!
That's my husband John,
everyone.
Oh good, you guys
are all looking at him now.
That makes me feel better.
Okay…
Seasons change ♪
And I've tried hard
just to soften you ♪
Seasons change ♪
And I've grown tired
trying to change for you ♪
As it breaks,
the summer will wake ♪
But the winter will wash
what is left of the taste ♪
As it breaks,
the summer will warm ♪
But the winter will
crave what has all ♪
Will crave what has all ♪
Gone away ♪
Yeah,
I've been waiting on you ♪
People change ♪
But you know
that some people never do ♪
When people change ♪
They find a piece
but they lose one too ♪
As it breaks,
the summer will wake ♪
But the winter will wash
what is left of the taste ♪
As it breaks,
the summer will warm ♪
But the winter will
crave what has all ♪
Will crave what has all ♪
Gone away ♪
Yeah, I've been
waiting on you. ♪
You were amazing.
You were amazing!
Ah…
I don't know if it's
the adrenaline or something,
but I feel like a part of me
just, like, woke up!
Now it's my turn
to apologize.
I am so, so sorry!
I got pulled into
this drinks thing,
that turned into a dinner…
I feel awful.
How was it?
It… was good.
Ah!
It was great.
I promise, if you stick with me,
we can give the industry
the kick in the ass
that it deserves.
I'd love that.
Go get some rest.
Goodnight.
-Well done.
-Thank you.
-Night.
-Night.
I can't believe I missed it!
Oh, you didn't.
Buh-bye!
-Bye, thank you!
-Bye!
I've been waiting on you. ♪
So great.
Thank you for doing that.
Yeah, you got it.
Did they offer you the job?
They did.
And they were really nice.
Mm, but…
I didn't take it.
I…
As they were talking,
all I could think about
was getting back here
to see Aria.
And you? Are you all rested
from your afternoon off?
I'm not so rested, no.
I'm guilty of the same thing.
I can't seem to slow down.
There's so much talking.
Mm.
Sometimes I talk too much.
Really?
I hadn't noticed.
I'm… working on it, though.
I… think it's endearing.
What?
I didn't say "actually."
Why do people feel like
they always have to
fill in the blanks?
It's okay to say nothing
sometimes.
-And do nothing.
-Exactly.
How I would love to say
and do nothing with someone.
Let's do it.
What?
Nothing.
-Hey.
-What you got there?
I found them at my mom's house.
Look at that face.
You're so cute.
Who are they?
Uh… college buddies, maybe.
Cool tattoo.
Wha…?
What?
Oh, come…
You gotta be kidding me.
Now, see…
Oh, man.
Hah!
As we welcome in a change ♪
We just gotta take it
moment by moment ♪
Give a little grace… ♪
Ha-ha!
Oh, you want some?
Okay, here.
Have a little faith ♪
And leave the door open ♪
We just gotta take it
moment by moment. ♪