The Bear's Best Ingredient Is Tenderness

[@PointNemoProduction]

Ritchie's episode i couldn't help but smile at the end of it. the christmas episode imo is the "best episode" but my personal favorite was seeing Ritchie finally cliqued.

[@jaives]

there's a reason why both eps are at a 9.7

[@Mcowling]

I would argue its the better episode because it doesnt have all the cameos and flashback premise to lean on. Richie's growth and transformation in "Forks" is amazing.

[@idanlewenhoff2295]

Every second counts

[@stevepittman3770]

Ritchie's arc in season 2 is just the absolute best, it's so good to see him go from a chaos-laden hand grenade tossed into every situation to respecting himself, respecting others, and rising above the chaos.

[@WordUnheard]

I love it when a series or movie gives an abrasive character a character arc. Ritchie always showed his softer side when it came to his daughter and his ex, but rarely around or in front of anyone he worked with. He learned so much during his week away, because he finally stopped yelling, and started listening, asking questions when he didn't know the answers to. Ritchie didn't become someone I would want to be around on a personal or professional level, until episode 7, Forks. When he started actually liking himself, he began dressing the part. He took things more seriously on a professional level, while enjoying surprising, entertaining, complimenting, and anticipating the needs of his guests. He's finally found his place in The Bear, after all of these years of feeling unwanted, unneeded, and unfulfilled. When Ritchie finally apologized to Sugar for being such an ass towards her for who knows how long, it really felt like a genuine, long-over due apology to a friend, and not between two actors. As much as I loved the previous episode, The Fishes...I mean, it was like watching a movie. There were a lot of cameos in it, and they weren't distracting at all. They were very funny, or in the case of Jamie Lee Curtis, a manic depressed mess, and a clear indication of where Carmy gets his explosive reaction towards and compulsive need for a chaotic situation. The episode threw in Bob Odenkirk, who will probably have people throw forks at him in real life. Funny, you'd think THIS one would have been titled Forks, but it's Fishes. Then we get Sarah Paulson, who felt like a real relative of mine, and how she would have reacted to the drunken outbursts that would happen every Christmas. Gillian Jacobs was great, and made you realize why Ritchie is so hurt to no longer have her in his life. When she told him that she was getting married, that was both a gut punch, and the wake up call to finally push forward, and leave his regret and anger behind. tl;dr I like Forks better than Fishes because of reasons. Both 10/10 for me though. *Damn. I forgot to praise John Mulany's performance, just like it took me a few minutes to realize that it was him playing cousin Stevie. The way he was toying with the Fak brothers when they asked to borrow money was funny as hell. He wanted to pay the 1k, I think? just so he could see how badly they would fail. He wanted weekly updates, almost like he had bought a cheap weekly series for his own amusement.

[@jontrewfrombarry]

I found Richie really irritating but eventually I started to root for him. I loved the scene where he drops his little girl off at her home and the daughter parroting the words of her mother says how he has to continue to pay child support. Instead of getting into a row, he responds with such tenderness and speaks directly to child (not her mothers words) saying, "I love love taking care of you and I always will".

[@worrywirt]

I love how they built on his character this season. I know so many men exactly like him - purposeless, insecure, but trying. It made me empathise with them a lot more

[@followingtheroe1952]

Just like when he says he loves carm through the walk-in door when hes getting insulted

[@drinfernodds]

I hate Taylor Swift's music, but I can't deny I really enjoyed watching Richie sing one of her songs in the car as he's finally starting to come into his own and find the purpose he's been looking for.

[@someguythatdoesstuff7658]

I love how "Every Second Counts" started off as a stressful reminder, but now it takes on a much more beautiful meaning... Every Second Matters, so spend all of it.

[@manaspuranik8353]

I think it speaks volumes for the acting abilities of will poulter and the legendary olivia coleman that they were on the show for such minuscule amounts of time and yet managed to leave such a lasting impact on us. it's also a testament to how great the screenwriting for this show is.

[@domskill]

Same with Jamie Lee Curtis, her scene outside the restaurant had me in bits.

[@therealbingus5143]

Even Joel McHale who spent had max 30 seconds onscreen still lives in my brain

[@dawkosvk]

Bro Jamie Lee Curtis stole the whole season by just being in two episodes

[@jdeux3677]

​@@therealbingus5143I didn't even know that was him. He plays mean well

[@timy9197]

@@domskillJamie better get a nomination for this season

[@coffeebreakat2pm]

4:42, the entire copenhagen episode gave me this feeling of something bad was about to happen, specially the part where Marcus helps the man that was injured while riding his bike.

[@domskill]

I felt so much relief when the end credits rolled, I was expecting will poulter to turn into an arsehole, or his mum to die, maybe even something to happen to the "cat' on the boat

[@GeorgeThoughts]

I commented that S2 had been quite tame compared to S1 and that I didn't like that as much about it... And then I received an absolute schooling in screenwriting and pacing by the show dropping me into E6 and the family dinner oh my god they knew what they were doing with the calm before the storm of gentle Marcus having a chill time in Copenhagen

[@pauljinhan7619]

what was cool was that specific incident is that it seems to mirror to us how dysfunction affects us outside of the traumatic event. Because the show/perspective is that of anxiety and dread as normative, something completely "normal" or innocuous, like helping an old man in need, speaks volumes to the effect trauma, and more specifically consistent trauma and stress, has on shaping perspective and expectation. like helping someone else should not elicit dread, but because of past experience- us as viewer and characters as memory- our expectations are colored to expect a negative outcome, we project negative outcomes on a relatively neutral situation. Which'd incline a great deal of us to avoid giving aid or being far more....cautious. Since marcus, as we know him, seemed to have had the least amount of psychological trauma, his reaction seemed less guided by fear and mistrust. basically smart writing. i also dont think the scene wouldve played out as it did with most of the otehr characters

[@jdrewlayton]

Always waiting for that other shoe.

[@finkretana]

specially with hiro murai involved, glad everythig was fine. (For now)

[@mxtra22]

One of the things I appreciate the most about this show is how they show moments of vulnerability happen between males characters. Marcus/Luca, Richie/Garret, etc. It extends much farther to all of the platonic relationships in the show, but this stands out to me because too often media uses romance as the catalyst that spurs the man to finally open up. Romantic sure, but (as many of us find out the hard way)can be problematic in the real life.

[@RespectfullyCurious]

I learned this recently in my late 20s. It slapped me in the face but it was life changing.

[@pauldee227]

I think every single episode this season brought me to tears. Even Richie declaring that they should 'listen better' at the end of this Nerdwriter video brought a tear to my eye. Because it is Richie saying it. And because he means it.

[@sergiosaunier]

I've just finished watching season 2. Richie is my season's MVP.

[@azalikmar2]

I think what Bear did in season 2 was so impressive, a show that seemed to grow in confidence but didn't overextend itself. Adding elements of love to the story is always good. But that episode 6 man, what an episode, maybe one of the best episodes of a series ever.

[@analazovic441]

yes ❤️

[@Samwell-L]

The best thing about the show to me is the small moments that don’t move the plot along but just let us see the humanity in the characters. Moments like Carmy telling Marcus about the layers of the plum desert, Sydney and Carmy's “Fuck brunch” talk round the back of the diner and Richie and his fiancé's talk about their future together at the Berzatto's all feel so real and textural

[@fraukatze1147]

I've always said this shows carries the spirit of Ted Lasso but does it without denying the hardest aspects of human experience

[@MrDukeSilverr]

While Ted Lasso feels much more like an escape, an ideal reality where everything kinda works out, they still acknowledge the issues obv (like the panic attacks and so on) but the show gives a general good feeling to anyone watching, while The Bear really digs into the depressing feelings of life

[@yoanhartono8691]

whole heartedly disagree with this

[@IdentifiantE.S]

Yes !!

[@DollyRanch]

@@yoanhartono8691 but you need to articulate it

[@mrkz8864]

yeah, and without sucking LOL

[@romilrh]

Dropping the Christmas episode, one of the best TV episodes I've seen in years, and then directly following it up with Richie's "Forks" episode, ANOTHER masterpiece, was such a gangster move by this show. Great season

[@samfilmkid]

I don't want to get my hopes up and expect this next season to be as good as season 2, but still...

[@howmaneverton9630]

I actually got so giddy when in EP 7, Ritchie walked by this random Foto of Luca in the walkway to the kitchen, as only then i realized that the person next to him on the picture was the GUY Luca was swooning about with Marcus in Copenhagen. just because it was such a beautiful and so well timed detail... i love this series to bits.

[@Don_321]

The Christmas episode was perfection. The acting was incredible from everyone.

[@ImperiaGin]

Mid show

[@kl7985]

@@Jerknoir-a-saurus when you open your mouth it is loud and obnoxious. Great show and great episode.

[@Milton..]

@@ImperiaGinWho?

[@ZombiiChix]

The Christmas episode is my favorite of the series

[@reibarata]

​@@Jerknoir-a-saurus...that's the point

[@idanlewenhoff2295]

The copenhagen talk worked in my opinion very well, they both just talked, the dialoge felt very real

[@kendallhubbard1021]

Not usually a video commenter but this essay blew me away - such a beautiful assessment of the chaos of family dynamic playing out in adult life, and the opportunity we have to approach things in a new, gentler way

[@eduard476]

So they got the Queen, the Punisher, Adam Warlock and Saul Goodman after 1 season. Damn.

[@jaives]

don't forget Britta/Atom Eve, Baby J, and... i've got no nickname for Sarah Paulson. :P

[@Gmcgee44]

The whole show is of such a high quality, especially in S2. Who knew that Ritchie singing Taylor Swift would be the most triumphant moment I've felt in years.

[@tiffanypersaud3518]

😂😂❤❤❤

[@Ryan-cf5qr]

This video couldn’t have been more timely. My wife and I binged both seasons of The Bear over the last 3 weeks (I’m a slow watcher so this was fast in my book) and just finished the finale of season 2 yesterday. I absolutely love this show. It has everything, and I’m not going to get into it here, but for anyone here who hasn’t seen it, please try to do so. You won’t regret it.

[@chrisspencer6502]

This was one of the best episodes in any tv show. It's off the chain at one stage I had to take a break I was that on edge.

[@whazee]

Love this show so much. Just finished season 2 and it's beautiful! So wonderfully shot, written and performed. Nothing seems wasted and Every Second Counts. 😊

[@lydia1634]

This is such good insight to why I can handle this show. The first season gave me so many flashbacks to when I worked in food service (a very traumatizing experience for me), and yet I loved the show for how honest it was, and also how it took the time to notice things. The enjoyment of a meal, the respect of one person for another, the care of details. My favorite part of season 2, the part that made my jaw drop, is the sequence in Sundae where Sidney develops the ravioli. It is the best depiction of the creative process I have ever seen, the capturing of details and moments, the shaping and remaking of ideas. My husband can't handle stress in a show or movie, but I made him watch that sequence. It needed to be witnessed.

[@OmegaSMG]

The pilot was truly uncomfortable as someone who's worked in many high end restaurants. The rest of the first season was rough, but the pilot gets it so perfect it hurts. The show doesn't glorify the workaholic attitude necessary to succeed in kitchens, it doesn't glorify anything except for the human bonds you make in those environments.

[@soccerwizard975]

Carmy tries, but trama is strong and we see he didn't really know how to properly communicate healthily. He puts Marcus and Richie exactly where they needed to be and knows what they needed to learn, but Richie thought it was a punishment.

[@worrywirt]

I think that speaks more about Richie’s insecurity than Carmy’s lack of communication skills… but i guess it’s both. I just understand Carmy’s PoV more bc I’m very similar

I love The Bear! The change of pace in season 2 is very much welcome since it gives air to the characters to develop. Great analysis, always a pleasure to check your videos.

[@Ivylem]

Ritchie is the Bears best ingredient ♥️♥️♥️♥️. Love his character, he’s so vulnerable and trying to be so tough. Wicked combination ♥️♥️♥️

[@keribean53]

I couldn't agree with you more. And in real life he's such a thoughtful & wonderful person. Excellent actor & has been in so many movies plays & tv shows like Girls. My heart wishes him nothing but the best for him in the Bear ❤

[@skateisdestiny]

It doesn't matter how many long, drawn out analysis of media I watch. I always come back to your short videos and find them more poignant and insightful than any two hour breakdowns

[@ktakashismith]

The Nerdwriter does a wonderful job of summarizing the emotions and sensations that art evokes, no doubt about that. Curious if you've seen Thomas Flight's video about season 2 of The Bear, for me it was a privileged look into the editing process of this film, and gave me an even greater depth of admiration for how much work goes into making this show as special as it is.

[@morgango]

Such a wonderful, beautiful insight. The antidote to stress is tenderness and intimacy, giving someone else the space to be vulnerable and safe. Thank you for this.

[@scatsandwich38]

The Bear is one of the best shows ive watched in a long time. So many of season 2’s episodes were so moving. Great show.

[@Anichepod]

I hope you know that there are a group of people who wait for your videos, and you always deliver!

[@SeyhawksNow]

This analysis is brilliant. I feel like I already knew this deep down, and yet it feels like I'm learning it for the first time.

[@ecupcakes2735]

the show keeps reminding me how much we model from our parents. how we seek the familiarity, even though we know its not good for us. that we are scared of change more than anything else...and how we CAN change for the better, despite of fear. i just hope that people realize this, even if you are late in your life. it is not too late to change for the better. For those of us that grew up in toxic families & learning to be better....YOU GOT THIS. LET IT RIP.

[@spencersteel7597]

I love the Bear, have appreciated this channel for a long time, and this video was everything I was hoping for when I saw that you released a video essay about the Bear. You have a gift for naming things and hit this one out of the park. Even the music in the background was incredible. I have a feeling that I’ll be coming back to learn from this video over and over.

[@padawansound6423]

As an ACoA who perceives chaos as normality, and perfectionism as aspirational above all else, including joy, The Bear is the most relatable show I've seen in a very long time.

[@j_j8758]

Ep 6 and 7 are just perfection. Wasn't expecting seeing Bob Odenkirk

[@wagucu]

Nice to see some film deconstructions back on this channel

[@paddypower19]

The christmas flashback episode was excellent, it was like John Cassavetes came back to life and directed an episode of The Bear

[@GuineaPigEveryday]

I really liked the first season for its craft, all the techniques and excellence in writing, editing, cinematography. But I think Season 2 really embedded it as a brilliant show for me when it began to speak to a lot of vulnerabilities, insecurities, that all of us have, or experiences that we'd rather forget. Whereas the First Season I've heard is very accurate to people who've been in the food services. For me the 6th episode Fishes really spoke to me, and understanding why Carmen is the way he is, why he pushes away people even when he's trying damn hard not to. And its not some cliche tragedy, its just the reality of being from an abusive/toxic family, full of constant stress, constant aggression. I mean goddamn I haven't seen a movie/show depict a family like that so accurately before. Especially the way it can be incredibly impossible to move on from that, the way constant reminders flash in Carmy's mind about his worthlessness, about being powerless. Damn great way of showing trauma rather than just telling/instructing the audience he has it, which I feel some movies/tv can end up doing.

[@leovomend8789]

i loved the subtle detail of richie having taught Fak and Hebra how to do proper service

[@_abracadabra]

Not Ebra. Gary AKA Sweeps.

[@karlchandran4631]

I found the video's key message is that tenderness is kindness. *The Bear* dinner scene illustrates how toxic anger and stress can be. Tenderness is the act of being kind and not worrying about things you can not control. I agree that sometimes we can get caught up in the process of trying to be productive, and give in to the stress. Tenderness and Kindness is important, especially now, with everything that's going on in the world today. Brilliant video as usual.

[@akshay_9146]

6:48 Matty Matheson's reaction literally kills me 😆🤣🤣

[@lukewilliam3601]

lol I was thinking the same thing watching this.

[@jonathanwilliams1974]

Forks was my favorite episode. Love seeing Richie find his purpose...and then killing it in the season finale.

[@cap7ainskull]

I had introduced this show to my uncle and he binged both the seasons

[@peterzeller5736]

My wife and I freaking love this show. I really hope we get more of Bob Odenkirk as uncle Lee and Jamie Lee Curtis as Donna. So so chaotically good. The talent this show has attracted for what are essentially cameos speaks to it's excellence.

[@cgwami]

Glad Nerdwriter highlighted the impact that the Marcus & Richie episodes generated simply by existing in total contrast to the dynamic and style of the rest of the series. Sometimes I find the series to be far too enamoured with its ability to convey stress, so I was pleasantly surprised and relieved to see them hands the reigns over to Ramy Youssef and embrace a more quiet and contemplative episode for Marcus’s journey in Copenhagen.

[@Millions1000]

I was also crying while watching those 2 episodes. So hopefull. Made me reflect on my music career post pandemic. Really inspiring.

[@JohnnyBRad]

The absolute best description of this show is the best anxiomedy on TV and that is dead on

[@Naratifan]

The show is one of the best shows it makes my anxiety go high, I used to work in a restaurant, it brings back the "good memories".

[@shhimwatching]

Absolutely love your fine needlework of getting into the deep meanings of this show, more than I could ever articulate. Superb.

[@TPanax]

As always, a very "on point" short and emotionnal video.

[@justinolson4908]

Can’t wait to watch this show, haven’t started it yet

[@nahuelucho2661]

I'd say The Bear's best ingredient is chaos management. Sincerely amazing.

[@tonyraffetto931]

There actually is a physiological difference between eustress and distress. Mostly hormonally

[@gardgarland5293]

As someone who is attempting to eliminate unneeded stress I found this video amazing. Differentiating between the types of stress and the disassociation that was illustrated in the Cmas party scene hits close to home.

[@johnxyrenzpulverak1760]

You never fail to amaze me, Evan! It is my birthday this August 24 and one my wishes is for your book to be available in the Philippines. Continue to inspire more people!

[@DaveBerendhuysen]

Time to watch a Nerdwriter recommendation again before watching the KZbin video. Always in for a treat.

[@Iczey1]

Ritchie's episode is the redemption arc i've been waiting for. best episode of S2 IMO. completely satisfying and best character development i've seen.

[@jonaswolterstorff3460]

I'm still crying from the finale... I'm a sobbing mess; but, man, Nerdwriter, you are helping...

[@bufforr]

You truly have such a way with words, that this video about my favorite show in the past decade, brought me to tears. You are beautiful and thank you for what you do.

[@higgdynamics]

The dinner episode was life changing for me. It was like therapy in a tv show. This show is in my head.

[@Gleem1313]

Richie’s episode shows the stark difference between the motto of Ted Lasso “Believe” versus “Every second counts.” Tho we love the positivity of Ted, just believing denotes, well, not a lot of action. Just be positive, just believe, and progress will be made and good things will happen. In the real world, that’s just not the case. It’s not enough to believe. It should be, at the very least “Believe, and…” But in The Bear, obviously a very different world-gritty and real, “Every second counts” fits movement and action forward. Get busy living and make your life better by doing something. Take time to peel those mushrooms and enjoy the quiet moments. Be a leader by doing the small stuff with others in a positive way. Carmy can be this way for others. He can be that support for ppl, but he forgets to care for himself, probably as a result of all that trauma. I hope he will let others support him too or that burnout will happen soon.

[@johanneshauswirth5651]

Just as "the Bear" is a masterclass in its format, the Essay is in this. The Nerdwriter making a Video on the Bear, which undoubtably became my favorite series ever, is truly a dream come true. I love how "the Bear's" crew treated Chicago aswell. One could really feel how genuenly the love the city, especially of course in S1E7. Remarkable artistical chocies were made in the making of this series an we as the audience can really feel it through the screen. They delicately handled the emotions of their characters - in a realistic but enhanced fashion. I often was put in a place of deep empathy for the Kitchen Crews backstories, because many times they are so relatable. They are real, human stories. Thank you for your work mister Evan Puschak. You have shaped my creative path since back in my teens.

[@mayurbhatibaruah1159]

The last best show in television this year. Some things have made me feel alive and real for so many years now, and when I think of brilliant pieces of cinema I think of Attack On Titan, Breaking Bad, Succession. And The Bear has finally made its entry into that list. Nothing has been more powerful than this production of a kitchen/family drama. Hats off to You, Christoph Storer!

[@ShashankAdhikari]

This episode and shows deep breakdown and analysis is something I didn’t ask for but nonetheless got by the nerdwriter. I’m Lucky for sure

[@ellacsarno411]

sir, respectfully, this might be one of your best essays yet

[@AndrewSmith-vh3gu]

Ritchie's redemption at that restaurant makes me want to hug Ebon tight and congratulate him and thank him and wish he was my cousin.

[@rfsbsb]

Excellent reflection! I'm loving this show so much, it shows how much people is flawed but how other people can help you get out of this flawed state, at least sometimes.

[@billypunton8867]

The Copenhagen episode is beautiful. I'm sure if you handed that script to a screenwriting tutor they'd be like “WHERE’S THE DRAMA?? You can't do this! There HAS to be conflict.” But that's what’s so great and unique about it. Everyone just gets along in the end and it works.

[@CrSmiile]

A great book btw. I recommend for everyone to try it out. His video essays are always well made, and this book felt as polished as his videos.

[@theyruinedyoutubeagain]

okay Evan

[@pascuadog]

Brilliant Thanks Mr Puschak for gifting us with so superbly reflections, writing, editing and narration. (I gues I´m trying to help people to be aware how lucky we are to have this high level creativity for free)

[@ViniciusAmano]

Wow. WTF KZbin! I was just about to comment “i missed this channel” only to find out its been posting constantly. WHERE ARE MY SUBSCRIBER NOTIFICATIONS YT??!?! Well. Amazing work again Nerdwritter ❤

[@jer103]

It's like in High School, I remember more the 2 teachers that told personal stories, and gave personal advice. Compared to the classes that just taught their subject.

[@chrisriracha]

I like how there’s a “that episode” of each season of Bear

[@vinilonghini]

The bear is amazing. Idk what to highlight more, it’s such an amazing job. I really felt stressed, cause my family has a restaurant as well. But, it sent me some messages about how we can relate better in and off the kitchen. So, there is this incredible series, made me reflex a lot and believe in tenderness!

[@eyesisee]

you saved me a therapy session with this one. thank you

[@rbardy]

Wait ... how did I miss the second season? Not only I get a great new video from Nerdwriter I get a new season of The Bear, what an amazing day!

[@alitgenc]

I would love your take on the final Donna scene outside of the restaurant. Thank you for the video.

[@kojiyaw]

The Bear is one of the best shows I have ever witnessed. Easily on my top 3

[@raymondsims7042]

High high praise I love the bear but not sure I’d go that far just yet. What’s your top three?

[@SheikChannel5]

@@raymondsims7042 It is for me too, even if it goes downhill from season 2, very few shows have "wholesome" moments that actually make you learn about living a better life. Bear does it so well and earns those moments, it doesn't feel hokey or cheesy at all.

[@raymondsims7042]

@@SheikChannel5 ok hey fair enough🤝the show is definitely excellent I won’t discredit anyones opinion. I’ll say if you like the bear another show that’s pretty wholesome but it’s a whodunnit murder mystery checkout only murders in the building. It’s great as well

[@SheikChannel5]

@@raymondsims7042 thanks for the recommendation, I'll check it out 😊

[@DSAhmed]

Picked up your book a couple of days ago. Very good stuff.

[@Murdokdark]

ok... i have ignored this for too long, now that nerdwriter talked about it, i will give this show a chance :D

[@TheCooPeer]

Season 2 only coming out in 2 weeks in Germany has got me itching with excitement!

[@lukedaley17]

The episodes with Richie and the Christmas flashback are the best episodes.

[@SeekersofUnity]

Good to have you back ;)

[@ninoperido5643]

Thanks for the upload! I hope we can get weekly nerdwriter videos!

[@laurencelikestopgun]

Restaurant server here, every episode of The Bear literally gives me PTSD

[@SeraphsWitness]

Everyone talks about the Christmas episode, but that was not nearly as understated as Richie's storyline. In fact, the show rarely hits you on the head with huge character emotions. All the best character moments are understated. The explosive emotions are more of a boiling-over moment, rather than intended to show the character's feelings to the audience. By the time a character explodes, the audience has already been fed small doses of their psyche for several episodes. One VERY minor scene that still sticks with me is when Richie and Carm are in the car together, and Richie is on the verge of meltdown because of all the changes to the restaurant. He doesn't pour out his heart like so many lame melodramatic scripts would have him do. He's guarded, stoic, and proud. But he still wants to let Carm know that he's having a hard time and doesn't want to be left behind. Even Carm's response is extremely subtle and shows that he understands Richie's issue, and he still cares about him. But almost NONE of that is in the script. It's all in the extremely guarded and underplayed performance of the actors and their body language. Probably big props to the director as well for trusting them with so little dialogue. REALLY strong writing that trusts the actors and the audience. I can't say enough about this show, it's pretty darn near perfect from beginning to end.

[@perspii2808]

The difference in quality between this video and the other videos talking about the same show are night and day tbh. It’s concise, insightful, well written, and well edited as opposed to 20 mins long and bland

[@Dragonblood766]

I was so happy whe ncousine dropped that Siddhartha reference, its one of my favorite books and I knew eactly what he meant.

[@FELIPESilva-vu3wd]

Thank you for making this working Monday better man...that was super!

[@crouchie]

Agreed, those episodes really stuck with me! The episode in Copenhagen may be my favourite episode of tv ever. Maybe it’s because it was sandwiched in between 2 and episodes, though. Cried as much watching the last episode as much as I did in the Mr Robot finale

[@daddypecker4337]

truly one of the best shows at the moment, and maybe one of the best ever

[@leviphotenhauer8916]

Couldn’t click quicker after seeing Nerdwriter + The Bear

[@fragr33f74]

Im glad the Marcus trip to Copenhagen ep was mentioned. Absolutely masterful episode.

[@francofuego]

1 - everybody has to watch the film pig. 2 - i like this video essay in itself; i haven't even watched the show. anyway, it is enriching the experience of watching pig too. thank you!

[@sandcake]

I absolutely love this show! There's so much potential for season 3, and my favorite episode is the one featuring Richie. At first, I was annoyed by him and wished he would leave, but now he's become my favorite character. The only other time I experienced this kind of surprise was with Deacon in 12 Monkeys. It's incredible how writers can pull off such transformations.

[@samfilmkid]

“The Bear” is like “Hey Arnold! for grown ups.

[@fraukatze1147]

Love this take but why

[@samfilmkid]

@@fraukatze1147 I can't easily explain. I guess they're both shows about people trying to be better. It's a show about city life that is fun and entertaining but also honest about life and its disappointments but provides hope in demonstrating how to cope, or not cope, in a healthy way. And they both have protagonists with unusually-shaped heads.

[@jonathanlopez6953]

This show is best for three or four seasons. I’m scared that the popularity of this show critically will end up like any shows that stays for long if it stays for more than at best four.

[@Clay625]

Ber-zatto. Not Bar-zatto. It adds to the play on words of ‘Bear’ . Aka Bear-zatto.

[@jarjarpera]

This was a very Buddhist video. The concepts, the conclusion, the tone. 😊

[@StephySon]

Tenderness, I need it in my life so badly. I received some of it recently and it was this weight off of my soul, this salve to my heart

[@amandamarinovich6164]

I would love for someone to talk about how the Christmas episode is the perfect execution of Hitchcock's "show the bomb" theory of tension

[@ChrisGuerra31]

so that's why everybody keeps mentioning this show. I kept thinking everyone meant the movie about the bear cub that made me and my brother cry.