Deep In Bear Country - A Berenstain Bearcast

Episode 307 – GO OUT TO EAT!

This week, the Bear Family goes OUT TO EAT and… that’s it. That’s all they do.

Episode 306 – Eleanor Farley

Who is Eleanor Farley, you ask? She’s only the person *behind* the throne of power at the Berenstain Bears studio! This week, I interview the woman who makes things tick with the Berenstain Bears and passes all my unhinged questions over to Mike. It’s Eleanor Farley!

Episode 306 – The Berenstain Bears’ Eleanor Farley

Who is Eleanor Farley, you ask? She’s only the person *behind* the throne of power at the Berenstain Bears studio! This week, I interview the woman who makes things tick with the Berenstain Bears and passes all my unhinged questions over to Mike. It’s Eleanor Farley!

Episode 305 – The Berenstain Bears’ Faithful Friends!

We’re back! Sorry I was gone so long, but we’re back with a sequel to (checks notes) The Golden Rule! Remember Suzy McGrizzie, well she’s BACK BABY, YEAH! And she’s cool now? Sort of? Anyway, this one has some Bible stuff and it actually works pretty well so let’s get going!

Episode 305 – Faithful Friends!

We’re back! Sorry I was gone so long, but we’re back with a sequel to (checks notes) The Golden Rule! Remember Suzy McGrizzie, well she’s BACK BABY, YEAH! And she’s cool now? Sort of? Anyway, this one has some Bible stuff and it actually works pretty well so let’s get going!

Episode 304 – Play a FAIR Game!

Episode 304 – The Berenstain Bears Play a FAIR Game!

It’s fair.

Episode 303 – The Berenstain Bears Play a Good Game!

Let’s get religious on the playing field! This week, “The Berenstain Bears Play a GOOD GAME” and by “good game” I mean they play according to BIBLICAL LAW! Blessed are the ball players, ya’ll!

Episode 303 – Play a Good Game!

Let’s get religious on the playing field! This week, “The Berenstain Bears Play a GOOD GAME” and by “good game” I mean they play according to BIBLICAL LAW! Blessed are the ball players, ya’ll!

Episode 302 – Questions with Brad and Jeremy!

Okay, I’m back! And, I have my collectors, Brad and Jeremy, with me to answer some listener questions and talk about the Berenstain Bears! What more so you want?! Order Jeremy’s album here. Visit Brad’s Berenstain Bears list here. Maybe join the Facebook group?

Episode 301 – Not An Episode!

This isn’t an episode! It’s just an announcement and an update!

Episode 300 – I Can Read It All By Myself!

It’s the big 3-0-0 and in celebration I have on the show the author of the new history of Beginner Books “I Can Read It All By Myself” Mr. Paul Allen!

Episode 299 – The Berenstain Bears’ BIG Bedtime Book!

This week, we’re taking a look back at an older book and rushing as quickly as we can through FIVE bedtime stories! It’s “The Berenstain Bears’ BIG Bedtime Book!”

Episode 299 – BIG Bedtime Book!

This week, we’re taking a look back at an older book and rushing as quickly as we can through FIVE bedtime stories! It’s “The Berenstain Bears’ BIG Bedtime Book!”

Episode 298 – The Berenstain Bears God Loves You!

Real talk: does God love you? Let’s find out! Let’s also learn a bit about Bear Country’s Musical Theater heritage; the gender division between theater and sports; and Ferdy Actual… he exists! Also, Mama won’t stop making the conversation all about God God GOD! God, Mama! It’s “The Berenstain Bears God Loves You!”

Episode 298 – God Loves You!

Real talk: does God love you? Let’s find out! Let’s also learn a bit about Bear Country’s Musical Theater heritage; the gender division between theater and sports; and Ferdy Actual… he exists! Also, Mama won’t stop making the conversation all about God God GOD! God, Mama! It’s “The Berenstain Bears God Loves You!”

Episode 297 – The Berenstain Bears Go To Sunday School!

Get up kids! It’s time for SUNDAY SCHOOL! In this episode, the Bear Family goes to Sunday School. But, where did Sunday School come from? Who invented it? What about the song Mama and Papa sing? And they went to Sunday School together? Also, Noah’s Ark… did it stink? It’s “The Berenstain Bears Go To … Continue reading "Episode 297 – The Berenstain Bears Go To Sunday School!"

Episode 297 – Go To Sunday School!

Get up kids! It’s time for SUNDAY SCHOOL! In this episode, the Bear Family goes to Sunday School. But, where did Sunday School come from? Who invented it? What about the song Mama and Papa sing? And they went to Sunday School together? Also, Noah’s Ark… did it stink? It’s “The Berenstain Bears Go To … Continue reading "Episode 297 – Go To Sunday School!"

Episode 296 – Say Their Prayers!

Life is a mystery; everyone must stand alone. Or, so they say. It’s “The Berenstain Bears Say Their Prayers!”

Episode 296 – The Berenstain Bears Say Their Prayers!

Life is a mystery; everyone must stand alone. Or, so they say. It’s “The Berenstain Bears Say Their Prayers!”

Episode 295 – The Golden Rule!

I avoid making an Aladdin joke in this episode and that’s pretty good for me! It’s “The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule!” https://ia801404.us.archive.org/29/items/dibc-ep-295/DIBC-EP295.mp3

Episode 295 – The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule!

I avoid making an Aladdin joke in this episode and that’s pretty good for me! It’s “The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule!”

Episode 294 – The Berenstain Bears and the Really Big Pet Show!

We are back with a look at an old favorite: The Pet Show! That’s right, we’re taking a look at “The Berenstain Bears’ Really Big Pet Show” a reworking of “The Berenstain Bears’ Pet Show” from waaaaaaay back in the day. It’s essentially the same story with a long preamble about the origins of the … Continue reading "Episode 294 – The Berenstain Bears and the Really Big Pet Show!"

Episode 294 – Really Big Pet Show!

We are back with a look at an old favorite: The Pet Show! That’s right, we’re taking a look at “The Berenstain Bears’ Really Big Pet Show” a reworking of “The Berenstain Bears’ Pet Show” from waaaaaaay back in the day. It’s essentially the same story with a long preamble about the origins of the … Continue reading "Episode 294 – Really Big Pet Show!"

Episode 293 – The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Influence!

This week, I welcome back to the show producer, writer, actor and Sister Bear apologist Shannon Campe to talk about “The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Influence!” Who is this new cub? Why does Farmer Ben get so angry about six apples? Don’t these bears know that tulips will grow back? And, most importantly, why … Continue reading "Episode 293 – The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Influence!"

Episode 292 – The Berenstain Bears’ Class Trip!

Life isn’t all bees and poop, but if you listen to this week’s episode, you might think it is! It’s “The Berenstain Bears’ Class Trip!”

Episode 291 – The Berenstain Bears’ Sleepover!

Let’s talk about sleepovers! They sure don’t involve a lot of sleeping, do they? Also, the social construct of “friendship” and the social contract in “inviting a friend over to sleep at your house.” Also, Barry Bruin. What’s his deal? It’s “The Berenstain Bears’ Sleepover!”

Episode 291 – Sleepover!

Let’s talk about sleepovers! They sure don’t involve a lot of sleeping, do they? Also, the social construct of “friendship” and the social contract in “inviting a friend over to sleep at your house.” Also, Barry Bruin. What’s his deal? It’s “The Berenstain Bears’ Sleepover!”

Episode 290 – The Berenstain Bears Phenom in the Family!

Hey everyone! Mitzi is here to talk about “The Berenstain Bears Phenom in the Family!” What’s a phenom? You’re a phenom! I mean, are you? Why is Papa such a jerk? What about Brother Bear’s feelings? Who knows?!

Episode 290 – Phenom in the Family!

Hey everyone! Mitzi is here to talk about “The Berenstain Bears Phenom in the Family!” What’s a phenom? You’re a phenom! I mean, are you? Why is Papa such a jerk? What about Brother Bear’s feelings? Who knows?!

EASTER SPECIAL – Mike Berenstain on Zonderkidz!

Are you ready to take a deep dive into the world of children’s religious publishing? Because, if so, I’ve got the interview for you! Mike Berenstain is back to talk about The Berenstain’s relationship with Zondervan, the balance of art and business and the importance of reading the fine print of every contract. It’s an … Continue reading "EASTER SPECIAL – Mike Berenstain on Zonderkidz!"

Episode 289 – The Berenstain Bears in Big Bear City!

Wanna go to BIG BEAR CITY? Wanna see it from BEHIND FLAPS? Then let’s take a look at “The Berenstain Bears In Big Bear City!”

Episode 289 – Big Bear City!

Wanna go to BIG BEAR CITY? Wanna see it from BEHIND FLAPS? Then let’s take a look at “The Berenstain Bears In Big Bear City!”

Episode 288 – Yike! Yike! Where’s My Trike?

Tricycles are complicated. Who knew? Also, Cousin Fred rides a MOTORBIKE?! Get out of town! It’s “The Berenstain Bears Yike! Yike! Where’s My Trike?” EVN8v1x8SBQtXvTPY8Ff

Episode 288 – The Berenstain Bears Yike! Yike! Where’s My Trike?

Tricycles are complicated. Who knew? Also, Cousin Fred rides a MOTORBIKE?! Get out of town! It’s “The Berenstain Bears Yike! Yike! Where’s My Trike?”

Episode 287 – The Berenstain Bears and the Great Ant Attack!

Here it is. The Berenstain Bears and the Great Ant Attack!

Episode 287 – The Great Ant Attack!

Here it is. The Berenstain Bears and the Great Ant Attack!

Episode 286 – Lost In Cyberspace!

Brandi Brown is back on the show to take us through the frightening world of late ’90s internettery! That’s right, the cubs are on the Information Superhighway and are about to get “Lost In Cyberspace!”

Episode 286 – The Berenstain Bears Lost In Cyberspace!

Brandi Brown is back on the show to take us through the frightening world of late ’90s internettery! That’s right, the cubs are on the Information Superhighway and are about to get “Lost In Cyberspace!”

Episode 285 – The Trouble With Commercials!

Kids these days and their tv sets and their sugary cereals and their hugging dolls and their COMMERCIALS! If there’s one thing that remains a pain in the rear it COMMERCIAL TELEVISION am I right? Well, this week we’re getting to the bottom of all of that with “The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble With … Continue reading "Episode 285 – The Trouble With Commercials!"

Episode 285 – The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble With Commercials!

Kids these days and their tv sets and their sugary cereals and their hugging dolls and their COMMERCIALS! If there’s one thing that remains a pain in the rear it COMMERCIAL TELEVISION am I right? Well, this week we’re getting to the bottom of all of that with “The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble With … Continue reading "Episode 285 – The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble With Commercials!"

Episode 284 – The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine Party!

Surprise! It’s another Valentine’s episode even though it’s no longer Valentine’s Day! And I tricked Brian and Christy into being in it! Click here to see the video!

Episode 284 – “Valentine Party!”

Surprise! It’s another Valentine’s episode even though it’s no longer Valentine’s Day! And I tricked Brian and Christy into being in it! Click here to see the video!

Episode 283 – “Valentine Blessings!”

Are you ready to fall in love? Are you ready to fall in love WITH GOD? Well, sorry, this is just a retelling of “Comic Valentine” but with some Bible quotes. Also, Brian and Christy are back! Also, it’s actually a pretty good retelling of this oft-told tale? Also, it’s called “The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine … Continue reading "Episode 283 – “Valentine Blessings!”"

Episode 283 – The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine Blessings!

Are you ready to fall in love? Are you ready to fall in love WITH GOD? Well, sorry, this is just a retelling of “Comic Valentine” but with some Bible quotes. Also, Brian and Christy are back! Also, it’s actually a pretty good retelling of this oft-told tale? Also, it’s called “The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine … Continue reading "Episode 283 – The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine Blessings!"

Episode 282 – Comic Valentine THE BOOK!

Aaaaaaand, we’re back! Brian and Christy have returned (secret surprise THEY NEVER LEFT) and we’re taking a look at “The Berenstain Bear’s Comic Valentine” THE BOOK! Is it different? Is it the same? Yes! NO! It’s all about LOVE!

Episode 282 – The Berenstain Bears’ Comic Valentine THE BOOK!

Aaaaaaand, we’re back! Brian and Christy have returned (secret surprise THEY NEVER LEFT) and we’re taking a look at “The Berenstain Bear’s Comic Valentine” THE BOOK! Is it different? Is it the same? Yes! NO! It’s all about LOVE!

Episode 281 – Comic Valentine TV Special!

Hey all! Valentine’s Day is almost upon us, so we’re celebrating with a Month of Sundays on Saturday! That’s right, it’s ALL VALENTINES, ALL THE TINES, er, TIMES! And, to see us through the Season are returning Valentines themselves, Christy Admiraal and Brian Skinner! We’re kicking things off with a too-close look at the befuddling … Continue reading "Episode 281 – Comic Valentine TV Special!"

Episode 281 – The Berenstain Bears’ Comic Valentine TV Special!

Hey all! Valentine’s Day is almost upon us, so we’re celebrating with a Month of Sundays on Saturday! That’s right, it’s ALL VALENTINES, ALL THE TINES, er, TIMES! And, to see us through the Season are returning Valentines themselves, Christy Admiraal and Brian Skinner! We’re kicking things off with a too-close look at the befuddling … Continue reading "Episode 281 – The Berenstain Bears’ Comic Valentine TV Special!"

Episode 280 – Go In And Out

Oh hey, look, it’s “The Berenstain Bears Go In And Out.” Not much to it. How about a History of the Revolving Door?