The bear

2024 - 9 - 17

Bears on the Brain: Hibernation, Humor, and Emmys - Oh My!

Black Bears - Comedic Drama - Emmy Awards 2024 - Human-Bear Conflicts - Jeremy Allen White - Winter Hibernation

From black bears prepping for winter to 'The Bear' losing the Emmy for Best Comedy, let’s dive into the wild world of hibernation and Hollywood!

As the temperatures drop and the leaves begin to change color, black bears in North America enter their annual ritual of preparing for hibernation. This fascinating process is all about survival as these majestic creatures pack on the pounds to ensure they have enough fat reserves to get them through the long winter months. Not only do they find cozy dens to hibernate, but they also undergo physiological changes that help them conserve energy, making them true masters of adaptation in the wilderness. Who knew hibernating bears could give us life lessons in prepping for when Netflix becomes our solace during the colder months?

Speaking of solitude, let's leap over to the world of Hollywood's awards season where the hit series 'The Bear' has stirred quite a buzz! The recent Emmy Awards saw 'The Bear' make headlines not just for its gripping narrative but also for its spirited debates about whether it qualifies as a comedy or drama. In a twist that shocked fans, 'Hacks' snagged the Outstanding Comedy Series award instead, causing many to ask whether it’s time to reevaluate this riveting show’s genre placement. Clearly, the only thing more confusing than the bear's hibernation schedule is the Emmys’ classification of comedic content!

Despite the controversy, 'The Bear' has nevertheless broken records with the most wins for comedy in a single Emmy season and boasts individual accolades such as Jeremy Allen White's second Emmy win for Outstanding Lead Actor! This just goes to show that even with a few unexpected bumps along the way, the show's critical acclaim remains a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire cast and crew. As audiences tune in for more kitchen chaos and family drama, the buzz around 'The Bear' continues to grow, proving that you can't keep a good bear down!

The cuddly crusader of the wilderness might have lost an Emmy crown recently, but its unique storytelling has solidified a lasting impression on both critics and fans alike. So, whether you’re curling up with a bear-sized snack in front of your TV or gearing up for a cozy climate, there’s no denying the impact of both hibernating wonders and Hollywood darlings. Indeed, amidst the ongoing debate, we can all agree on one thing – at the crossroads of pop culture and nature, we are in for a treat! To cap it all off, did you know black bears can lose up to one-third of their body weight during hibernation? Meanwhile, 'The Bear' had a dazzling number of five Emmy wins despite being in the line-up of comedy potpourri this past season. Looks like both bears and shows have their ups and downs!

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Getting ready to bear down for winter - Eden Prairie Local News (Eden Prairie Local News)

Discover how black bears prepare for winter hibernation, showcasing their unique survival adaptations in North American wilderness.

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Emmys 2024 Voters Finally Decide 'The Bear' Is Not a Comedy (Rolling Stone)

By giving the Outstanding Comedy Series award to 'Hacks,' the academy answered one of the most pressing questions in TV: Is 'The Bear' a comedy?

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'The Bear' Sets Record For Comedy Wins At Emmys—Despite ... (Forbes)

The cast and crew of “The Bear” has previously defended its placement as a comedy series. After the series' Emmy victories last year, reporters asked the cast ...

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Jeremy Allen White says seeing 'The Bear' co-stars winning Emmys ... (weisradio.com)

In an upset, Hacks beat The Bear for Outstanding Comedy Series at Sunday night's Emmy Awards, but the FX series still walked away with an mantel full of ...

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Everyone Knows 'The Bear' Isn't a Comedy (The Atlantic)

When Jean Smart stepped onto the Emmys stage last night to accept the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, the six-time Emmy winner took a ...

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The Bear lost the Emmy for Best Comedy Series to Hacks. Should it ... (Hindustan Times)

The Bear keeps winning Emmys in the comedy category. But it lost out on the top category at the Emmys last night, to Hacks. Is that a sign to switch to ...

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Jeremy Allen White Looked Cool While Winning Another Emmy for ... (menshealth.com)

Jeremy Allen White won his second Emmy for playing Carmy Berzatto in 'The Bear,' and looked very cool while doing it. Here's his full acceptance speech.

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'The Bear' Breaks Record For Most Comedy Emmys In A Season (Block Club Chicago)

CHICAGO — “The Bear” did not win the Outstanding Comedy Series award Sunday night at the Emmys — but the FX on Hulu series still had plenty to celebrate.

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Grin and 'Bear' It: Liza Colón-Zayas and Cast Grab a Record ... (Eater Chicago)

Man with slicked back hair wearing a tux holds an Emmy Award. Jeremy Allen White won for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images.

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Could a statewide trash policy help reduce human-bear conflict? (Sky Hi News)

This summer, a lack of natural food sources has forced many bears into Colorado's mountain towns as they bulk up for winter. Human/bear conflicts can have ...

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Strong ensemble helps The Bear sweeps 11 Emmys (The Indian Express)

FX's "The Bear" sweeps Emmys with 11 wins, breaking comedy series record. Drama-filled kitchen series wins big for acting, directing, and cinematography.

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Mother holding baby kicks charging bear, flees to safety | The Asahi ... (Asahi Shimbun)

OTSUCHI, Iwate Prefecture—All of Ayuka Saito's training in the Self-Defense Forces could not have prepared her for the life-and-death situation she faced ...

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The Bear sets new comedy record at Emmy Awards (ReelChicago)

At the 2024 Emmy Awards, FX's The Bear continued its streak of critical acclaim by setting a new record for the most wins by a comedy series.

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'SNL' Alum Laraine Newman Slams The Bear for Comedy Noms at ... (Variety)

Laraine Newman railed against "The Bear" for competing as a comedy at the Emmys. The "SNL" alum is the mother of "Hacks" actor Hannah Einbinder.

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'SNL' Alum Laraine Newman, 'Hacks' Star Hannah Einbinder's Mom ... (Deadline)

Saturday Night Live alumna Laraine Newman, and mother to Hacks star Hannah Einbinder, slammed the inclusion of The Bear in the Emmys comedy category.

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Hannah Einbinder's Mom Poked The Bear With a Now-Deleted 19 ... (Vanity Fair)

Not my best moment,” Laraine Newman, SNL legend and Hacks stage mom, fessed up later on Sunday.

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Game and Fish urges residents to secure attractants as bear activity ... (Wyoming Game and Fish Department)

JACKSON – Recent increased bear activity in residential areas around Teton County is a good reminder for residents to be bear aware.

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Jeremy Allen White says seeing The Bear co-stars winning Emmys ... (Deltaplex News)

In an upset, Hacks beat The Bear for Outstanding Comedy Series at Sunday night's Emmy Awards, but the FX series still walked away with an mantel full of ...

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Most bear sprays are imports and hard to find as demands soars ... (Asahi Shimbun)

SAPPORO--A can of spray repellent probably offers the best chance of surviving an encounter with a bear in the wilderness.

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Trail camera captures 'truly amazing' two-legged bear in West ... (USA TODAY)

Kirk Price, an outdoorsman, told USA TODAY that his trail camera captured the two-legged animal in the Appalachian Mountains in West Virginia.

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Hikers in Bear Country Need to Break This One Terrible Habit (Backpacker)

Leaving food and trash in shared bear-proof food storage boxes is not only inconsiderate—it can put wildlife and other hikers at risk.

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'Bear' Emmy winner is 1989 UAlbany grad (WNYT)

Anyone who's a fan of the TV show “The Bear” would recognize the character Tina Marrero, but did you know the actress who plays her is a UAlbany grad?

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Hanging elk carcass south of Sundre attracts grizzly bears causing ... (LakelandToday.ca)

MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTY – A hunter who left a harvested elk carcass hanging outside in the open that attracted grizzly bears was determined to have been in ...

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