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The Bear at its Best: "Forks"
On this episode of In the Cut, Rae invites writer Aeryn Michelle Williams (HARLEM, UMBRELLA ACADEMY) to break down “Forks” — one of the most beloved episodes of FX’s The Bear (Season 2, Episode 7 - READ SCRIPT HERE). We dive into how this episode turns Richie’s character arc into one of the most powerful transformations on TV.
Join us as we unpack: How The Bear uses structure, pacing, and tone to tell a story about purpose and growth What makes “Forks” a masterclass in character development and visual storytelling Why this episode resonates with writers, filmmakers, and anyone chasing excellence.
🎬 Filmed at the Young Musicians Foundation in South LA — visit ymf.org to learn more.
#TheBear #TheBearFX #ForksEpisode #Screenwriting #TVWriting #InTheCutPodcast #WritingPodcast #Storytelling #FXTheBear #characterdevelopment
Chapters
00:00 – Intro: In The Cut Podcast
00:29 – The Bear Overview & Episode “Forks” Context
01:24 – Meet Aeryn Michelle Williams (TV Writer)
02:01 – Fade In / Fade Out: The Bear Edition
05:12 – Why Aeryn wanted to Discuss “Forks”
08:24 – Cold Open: Coach K Sets the Stage for Richie's Transformation
15:33 – Garrett Tells Ritchie to Respect Himself
19:42 – Character Transformation: Richie Delivers Deep Dish
23:19 – Act 3: Olivia Colman as Chef Terry
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Watch full episodes on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@InTheCutLA/videos
Produced by: Raenbo Media & Video Del Mar
Host & Executive Producer: Rae Benjamin
Director & Executive Producer: Joseph Fuentes
Audio Engineering: Max Fishman
Original Music by: Michael Shann aka MadOne
For more resources, live events, and virtual workshops, visit https://inthecutla.org/
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthecutla
Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inthecutla1
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-cut-podcast/id1786880317
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QpovDQ7d2yiLV5K0fxhyq
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Season 2 Credits:
Key Set PA
Jose Medina Rodriguez
Set PAs
Cathie Arteaga
Julio Correa
Jordan Patton
Terrence Little
Michael Shann III
Post-Production PA
Johan Barry
Writer’s Assistants
Ra Djhuty
Balla-Gabriele Laura Ferdinand
Keith A. Wallace
PR/Marketing Assistants
Marcy Best
Tiffany D. Pinkney
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By In The CutOn this episode of In the Cut, Rae invites writer Aeryn Michelle Williams (HARLEM, UMBRELLA ACADEMY) to break down “Forks” — one of the most beloved episodes of FX’s The Bear (Season 2, Episode 7 - READ SCRIPT HERE). We dive into how this episode turns Richie’s character arc into one of the most powerful transformations on TV.
Join us as we unpack: How The Bear uses structure, pacing, and tone to tell a story about purpose and growth What makes “Forks” a masterclass in character development and visual storytelling Why this episode resonates with writers, filmmakers, and anyone chasing excellence.
🎬 Filmed at the Young Musicians Foundation in South LA — visit ymf.org to learn more.
#TheBear #TheBearFX #ForksEpisode #Screenwriting #TVWriting #InTheCutPodcast #WritingPodcast #Storytelling #FXTheBear #characterdevelopment
Chapters
00:00 – Intro: In The Cut Podcast
00:29 – The Bear Overview & Episode “Forks” Context
01:24 – Meet Aeryn Michelle Williams (TV Writer)
02:01 – Fade In / Fade Out: The Bear Edition
05:12 – Why Aeryn wanted to Discuss “Forks”
08:24 – Cold Open: Coach K Sets the Stage for Richie's Transformation
15:33 – Garrett Tells Ritchie to Respect Himself
19:42 – Character Transformation: Richie Delivers Deep Dish
23:19 – Act 3: Olivia Colman as Chef Terry
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Watch full episodes on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@InTheCutLA/videos
Produced by: Raenbo Media & Video Del Mar
Host & Executive Producer: Rae Benjamin
Director & Executive Producer: Joseph Fuentes
Audio Engineering: Max Fishman
Original Music by: Michael Shann aka MadOne
For more resources, live events, and virtual workshops, visit https://inthecutla.org/
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthecutla
Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inthecutla1
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-cut-podcast/id1786880317
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QpovDQ7d2yiLV5K0fxhyq
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Season 2 Credits:
Key Set PA
Jose Medina Rodriguez
Set PAs
Cathie Arteaga
Julio Correa
Jordan Patton
Terrence Little
Michael Shann III
Post-Production PA
Johan Barry
Writer’s Assistants
Ra Djhuty
Balla-Gabriele Laura Ferdinand
Keith A. Wallace
PR/Marketing Assistants
Marcy Best
Tiffany D. Pinkney