September 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Perry Seibert for this week's Talking Pictures. They about the summer’s best TV shows, particularly focusing on “The Bear” and “Hacks.” “The Bear,” an FX series now in its third season, follows New York chef Carmen “Carmi” Berzotto as he returns to Chicago to run his late brother’s Italian beef sandwich shop. “Hacks,” available on Max, centers on aging Las Vegas comic Jean Smart, who hires a young writer to revitalize her act. The show explores generational and cultural differences within stand-up comedy, with Smart’s award-winning performance standing out for its authenticity.