Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear

About Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear

Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear, breaks down all episodes of the hit FX series, with opinions from the U.S. and the U.K. From the United States is Tom Clark of Tom Clark's Main Event and Tom Clark's 6M Podcast. From the U.K. is Jay Luft and "Big Tasty" Ben Jackson of The Untitled Wrestling Podcast, and Joe Higgens of Dammit Vacant and Repeat or Delete.

Publisher

Boink Studios

Category

comedy · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

23 Jul 2025

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   The Bear Review: Season 3 Episode 8

   Since its debut in 2022, The Bear has become one of television's most gripping and acclaimed dramas, blending raw emotion, chaotic kitchens, and complex characters into a story about grief, growth, and redemption. Centered around Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto, a fine-dining chef who returns home to run his late brother's struggling sandwich shop, the show explores the intensity of restaurant life while revealing the personal struggles that simmer beneath the surface. With its sharp writing, breakneck pacing, and heartfelt performances, The Bear is a series that serves up both fire and soul, and this podcast is here to break it all down. In Season 3 Episode 8, "Ice Chips," the pressure surrounding The Bear reaches a boiling point as everyone waits to see what the Chicago Tribune thinks of the restaurant. Carmy struggles to keep his attention on the kitchen while tensions with Richie and Sydney continue to simmer, and the financial future of The Bear becomes even more uncertain. Sydney also gets a closer look at what her partnership with Carmy could actually mean for her future, while Richie faces an emotional choice involving Tiff's wedding. Marcus, Tina, and Sweeps use their day off to keep working. With the restaurant's future hanging in the balance, the episode leaves everyone facing difficult choices of their own. Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear, brings together four hosts from two different sides of the world. From the United States is Tom Clark of Tom Clark's Main Event and Tom Clark's 6M Podcast. From the U.K. is Jay Luft and "Big Tasty" Ben Jackson of The Untitled Wrestling Podcast, and Joe Higgens of Dammit Vacant and Repeat or Delete. Boink Studios podcasts are created by humans. All hosts featured on our shows are human, and all podcast artwork, logos, and creative direction are created by humans. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boinkstudios Visit us at: https://boinkstudios.com Follow Bare Mode: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baremodepod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baremodepod/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/baremodepod.bsky.social Listen to Boink Studios' Podcasts: Two Nations Under Ted: A Ted Lasso Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-nations-under-ted-a-ted-lasso-podcast/id1693870355 Tom Clark's Main Event: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-main-event/id910362334 Tom Clark's 6M Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-6m-podcast/id1687853421 © Boink Studios 2026

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   The Bear Review: Season 3 Episode 7

   Since its debut in 2022, The Bear has become one of television's most gripping and acclaimed dramas, blending raw emotion, chaotic kitchens, and complex characters into a story about grief, growth, and redemption. Centered around Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto, a fine-dining chef who returns home to run his late brother's struggling sandwich shop, the show explores the intensity of restaurant life while revealing the personal struggles that simmer beneath the surface. With its sharp writing, breakneck pacing, and heartfelt performances, The Bear is a series that serves up both fire and soul, and this podcast is here to break it all down. In Season 3 Episode 7, "Legacy," the focus turns to the people trying to figure out what comes next for themselves and for The Bear. Carmy wrestles with the consequences of his past and what he hopes to leave behind, while Sydney finds herself facing a career opportunity that could change her future. Marcus gets a glimpse into Carmy's philosophy about chefs, mentorship, and passing knowledge from one generation to the next. Meanwhile, Ebra finds new energy at the sandwich window, and Sugar's attempt to keep working through her pregnancy reaches a turning point. It's an episode about choices, ambition, and what it really means to build something that lasts. Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear, brings together four hosts from two different sides of the world. From the United States is Tom Clark of Tom Clark's Main Event and Tom Clark's 6M Podcast. From the U.K. is Jay Luft and "Big Tasty" Ben Jackson of The Untitled Wrestling Podcast, and Joe Higgens of Dammit Vacant and Repeat or Delete. Boink Studios podcasts are created by humans. All hosts featured on our shows are human, and all podcast artwork, logos, and creative direction are created by humans. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boinkstudios Visit us at: https://boinkstudios.com Follow Bare Mode: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baremodepod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baremodepod/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/baremodepod.bsky.social Listen to Boink Studios' Podcasts: Two Nations Under Ted: A Ted Lasso Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-nations-under-ted-a-ted-lasso-podcast/id1693870355 Tom Clark's Main Event: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-main-event/id910362334 Tom Clark's 6M Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-6m-podcast/id1687853421 © Boink Studios 2026

3. 

   30 Sept 2026

   The Bear Review: Season 3 Episode 6

   Since its debut in 2022, The Bear has become one of television's most gripping and acclaimed dramas, blending raw emotion, chaotic kitchens, and complex characters into a story about grief, growth, and redemption. Centered around Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto, a fine-dining chef who returns home to run his late brother's struggling sandwich shop, the show explores the intensity of restaurant life while revealing the personal struggles that simmer beneath the surface. With its sharp writing, breakneck pacing, and heartfelt performances, The Bear is a series that serves up both fire and soul, and this podcast is here to break it all down. In Season 3 Episode 6, "Napkins," the story shifts its focus to Tina and takes us back to the days before she ever stepped into The Bear's kitchen. After losing her job, Tina spends the day pounding the pavement in Chicago, only to face rejection after rejection as she tries to find work and keep her family afloat. Eventually, a stop at The Beef gives her a much-needed break, where a simple meal leads to an unexpected conversation with Mikey. As the two open up about their struggles, the episode offers a touching look at Tina's life and the person she was before we knew her as one of the heartbeats of The Bear. Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear, brings together four hosts from two different sides of the world. From the United States is Tom Clark of Tom Clark's Main Event and Tom Clark's 6M Podcast. From the U.K. is Jay Luft and "Big Tasty" Ben Jackson of The Untitled Wrestling Podcast, and Joe Higgens of Dammit Vacant and Repeat or Delete. Boink Studios podcasts are created by humans. All hosts featured on our shows are human, and all podcast artwork, logos, and creative direction are created by humans. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boinkstudios Visit us at: https://boinkstudios.com Follow Bare Mode: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baremodepod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baremodepod/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/baremodepod.bsky.social Listen to Boink Studios' Podcasts: Two Nations Under Ted: A Ted Lasso Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-nations-under-ted-a-ted-lasso-podcast/id1693870355 Tom Clark's Main Event: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-main-event/id910362334 Tom Clark's 6M Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-6m-podcast/id1687853421 © Boink Studios 2026

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