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The Bear

2025/7/1
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The hosts discuss critical reception of *The Bear*'s previous season and how the new season improves upon it by focusing on core relationships and consistent entertainment. They also mention the show's shift towards more conventional storytelling.
  • Season 3 was liked more by some than by other critics.
  • Season 4 is more consistent and entertaining.
  • Season 4 focuses on core relationships between Carmy, Sydney, and Richie.
  • Season 4 features more conventional storytelling.

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The Bear is back for a new season. The FX on Hulu series sees Carmy and Sydney (Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri) trying to get the restaurant they opened together on its feet before they run out of money. Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) is thrown by his ex-wife's approaching wedding and what it's going to mean for him. Plus there's scallop drama, secret negotiations, and guest stars both new and old. To access bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for Pop Culture Happy Hour, subscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour+ at plus.npr.org/happy.)Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)