Bear With Me is a LGBTQ podcast based in Columbus, Ohio that seeks to educate about our community and Queer topics. My responsibility to the LGBTQ Community is to educate, empower and motivate change. No one should ever be beaten down, made fun of who they are or treated less then their worth. I'm a big geek and post daily vlogs on a wide range of subjects. The key word is FUN!
Thursday, December 31, 2015
Top Three Geek Movies Of 2015
If you have been watching my channel, you are very aware that I am a movie addict. Yes, I am in recovery but my support group meets at a local movie theater. 2015 was truly "The Year Of The Geek". For this last day of 2015, I look back at my Top Three Movies picks. Have your popcorn ready Cublets, this is going to be a bumpy ride.
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Craigslist Xbox And Nigeria
Selling your gentle used items isn't a fun experience to begin with. Add in Craigslist and you have a nightmare just waiting to happen. Want to make this even more interesting, throw in Nigeria. This is the recent tale of my venture into selling a Xbox 360 on Craigslist and what you can do to avoid getting scammed.
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Rant Time: Children At The Movies
It's was a beautiful Christmas day and we were going to see Star Wars for a second time. Great seats. Good food and even better company. Then, the family with a 2 and 4 year old sits down in front of us. That's was the end of an enjoyable afternoon at the movies.
Monday, December 28, 2015
Stan Lee Marvel Universe Live & Inner Child
Stan "The Man" Lee turned 93 today and it is a Marvelous Monday on Bear With Me! Let's talk Marvel Universe Live, being an adult Geek and how important it is to release your inner child.
Saturday, December 26, 2015
Marvel Universe Live: Columbus Ohio December 26 2015
I just saw an incredible performance of a live cartoon that has a compelling story line, non-stop action and has the ability to bring out the kid in everyone. Marvel Universe Live is a remarkable stunt show that showcases the fantasy of comic books and their ability to connect us all. I'll be doing a review tomorrow but wanted you to see this show first. Enjoy!
What Is Boxing Day?
The gifts have been opened. The feast has been eaten and it is December 26th, now what. Today is Boxing Day for some parts of the world. Many people haven't heard about this UK holiday. Want to check inside my box of happiness and see what gifts are waiting for you? Check out today's special Bear With Me.
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Kinky Christmas: Krampus
I have saved the biggest and baddest Companion of Santa for Christmas Eve. This very hairy character predates Christianity and has been celebrated in Europe for centuries. Meet the beastly Krampus!
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Kinky Christmas: Farmhand Rupert
Ever heard of Santa's wild animal like son that puts bad kids in his sack of ash? Meet Farmhand Rupert. Old Rupert isn't known widely around the holiday but he sure has an interesting history. Sharing many of the darker elements of Saint Nicholas, Rupert has been pretty much forgotten in most of the world. Discover this wild man of Christmas.
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Kinky Christmas: Father Whip
Sometimes the Holiday can be a real pain. If you run into Père Fouettard or better known as Father Whip this December, you will have a lot more pain then you originally thought. Another "friend" of Jolly Old Saint Nick, Father Whips is very popular this time of year in France. But who is this man with a very checkered past and how do you avoid the sting of his whip on your backside? Find out this and more on today's Bear With Me.
Monday, December 21, 2015
Kinky Christmas: Black Peter
Have you heard of Santa's special "friend" named Black Peter? This is an interesting character in the holiday tradition that seems to be overlooked this time of year. Black Peter is a very controversial character and not only because he is basically Santa's slave but also because of how people portray him. Discover the history of Zwarte Piet.
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Kinky Christmas: The Holiday, Mistletoe & The Tree
The Holidays are here and all this week, I am going to dive deep into the myths, truths and darker side to Christmas. Every wonder where the Christmas tree tradition comes from? Is Christmas really a Christian holiday? Why do we kiss under the Mistletoe? Find out on today's Bear With Me!
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Star Wars: The Force Awakens NON SPOILER REVIEW
In a movie theater not so very far, far away... The Force Awakens! Star Wars: Part Seven has blasted onto the big screen and Geeks everywhere are rejoicing. There has been a lot of speculation regard J.J. Abrams taking over the leadership of one of the biggest movie franchises and would it hold up to the original series. These are my thoughts on the movie without any spoilers. You need to see this for yourself.
Friday, December 18, 2015
Who Is Chasing The Chasers?
As children, we play games like Tag and Red Rover. As Adults, we seem to still be playing these games of chase and be chased but with a prize of landing in bed with the other player. Let's talk about these adult reindeer games and explore the playground of Dating.
Thursday, December 17, 2015
The Grinch Comes Out
How the Grinch stole Christmas is a holiday classic that has played annually on millions of television screens around the world since 1966. Original a children's book created from the imagination of Dr. Seuss in 1957, this story tells the tale of an outsider from mass society that is different and hated for being true to himself. Dr. Seuss was known for putting social issues into his stories and after a recent viewing of the 1966 animated movie, I have come to believe that The Grinch was saying a lot more about the oppressed Gay Culture of the 1950's then people knew. Could it be that Grinch was really Gay?
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
A Merry Retail Christmas Nightmare
The holidays can be rough. For those that work in Retail, the "Season of Joy" can be a Season of Nightmare when dealing with the worst our society has produced. This is a tale of a recent visit to a store and how one Bear had to provide an attitude adjustment to a very bitchy elf who thought it socially acceptable to be rude to a cashier.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Make The Yuletide Gay
The cards have all been licked and stamped. The shopping is done. All the wrapping and bows are glittering under the tree. How about popping in a movie and taking a break with your special cuddle buddy on the couch. There are many Holiday movies to pick but none seem to make the Yuletide Gay enough. Not to worry Cublets! I've got you covered!
Monday, December 14, 2015
Nice Yule Log andJingle Bells
'Tis the season to have an affair? Well, that is what most experts are saying. I started thinking about this subject while walking through the mall today and seeing all those unhappy married men lost in their phones as they followed their wives around. A quick visit to Grindr confirmed my theory that married men are looking for a lot more then a candy cane in their stocking this holiday.
Sunday, December 13, 2015
Hot Santas In Tight Speedos
Nothing says the Holidays then a bunch of hot muscle men running around in nothing on but speedos and Santa beards. I must say, it was pretty damn hot and I am not just talking about the nearly 70 degrees weather we are having in Central Ohio. The annual Santa Speedo Dash pulled in over $20,000 dollars to help fight diabetes. But let's get to the men in speedos shall we.
Saturday, December 12, 2015
History of Christmas Lights
One of the traditions that has developed around the Christmas holiday is putting up twinkling strings of multicolored lights. We wrap them around trees, our homes and pretty much anything that doesn't move. But were did this tradition come from? We deep dive into the rainbow world of Christmas Lights today! Oh and there is a music video too.
Friday, December 11, 2015
Rules To Successful Dating
It seems that every "dating app" is doing a study these days. And here is yet another one. This time Zoosk has done a survey of singles around the world and created the Four Simple Rules To Dating. What are the three words that will get a Dates attention online? When is the best time to bring up marriage? Worry no more!
Thursday, December 10, 2015
Disney Dating
Everyone needs love or a date, even Mickey and Minnie. Well, if you are looking for that special animated teapot in your life, I have found the online dating site for you. Hope this info brings some pixie dust into your dating world.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Christmas Time For Singles
The Holidays can be a difficult time of year for some Singles. All those sappy Christmas movies where star crossed lovers find that special "gift" can really get under someone's skin while ordering a small pizza for one. What are these Singles to do? Go shopping of course. Climb up on this Santa Bear's lap and listen up cublets, Santa has some words of wisdom for you.
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Which Parallel Universe Are You From
Do you believe that somewhere out there in the Universe, there is another you? Is it possible that the "You" that is here at this moment is actually from someplace else? These are the theories about parallel universes. Lucky for us there is proof. This proof comes from the spelling of popular children's book series about a family of Bears. Not the Bears I normally talk about mind you. Learn more on today's Bear With Me.
Monday, December 7, 2015
What The Hell Is Digigender?
When it comes to gender identity, we are talking a wide playing field. With Transgender become more a known group, other subcultures are seeking out new frontiers. Some of these identities are pretty out there and even venture into the digital world. Discover the new gender reality of Digigender.
Sunday, December 6, 2015
The Good Dinosaur Review
The Good Dinosaur is the second Pixar movie to be released in 2015 and the 16th in the company's history. This is your basic "Disney" theme about a young character coming to age and overcoming his' fears while developing a friendship with another character that is different from himself. Although the story isn't original, what sets The Good Dinosaur above the others is the visual animation. It is breathtaking. Here are my thoughts about Pixar/Disney's latest film to stump onto the big screen.
Saturday, December 5, 2015
3 Things To Do To Get Laid Online
If you are one of the millions of single or coupled people that are searching for "love" online, this is the video for you. Like the great Goddess Cher said; "this one is for the lonely". But before you head out there to the wasteland of Growlr, Scruff and Grindr, here are three mistakes to avoid when interacting with future bedroom buddies.
Thursday, December 3, 2015
I Hate Ellen
With fear of the Gay Mafia and possibly losing my membership card, I am going public with my dislike of Ellen. Sure, she has been a major figure in the Gay Community. Sure, she is one of the most powerful figures in Hollywood. Sure, she is beloved by millions of people. Before you stone me in the streets, hear me out about why I hate Ellen DeGeneres.
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Fart Your Way To Thin?
There is a "theory" floating around the internet and it really stinks. So, I figure it was time to air my thoughts about the idea that farting can help you lose weight. Is this full of hot air or is this "theory" covered in the stench of truth? Let's fire off this butt bazooka and see if these air biscuits go boom-boom.
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