Edited by Mikkel Hyldebrandt
Photos: Nathan Noyes
Bears, get ready to binge. Bear World Magazine—the go-to lifestyle source for the global bear community—is turning up the volume on representation with the launch of Bear World TV, a fresh, fabulous, and undeniably fuzzy video platform debuting August 7. From nightlife to travel, pop culture to community icons, Bear World TV promises to serve weekly doses of bear-centric news, entertainment, and queer joy—all created for and by the bear community.
Streaming on bearworldmag.com, YouTube, and social media, Bear World TV is more than just a new channel—it’s a movement. With five wildly charismatic hosts bringing you quick-hit two-minute segments each week, viewers can expect plenty of laughs, insight, and sparkle. The lineup includes Marquis The Honey Bear, Joe Martone, Alexander Rodriguez, Ravi Roth, and Hunter Harden—a dream team covering everything from party picks to international getaways.
So, what exactly can you expect?
Think comedic deep dives into niche bear culture, tips for hitting the hottest parties, interviews with queer icons, and travel guides that’ll have you booking your next gaycation before the video ends.
“Bear World Magazine turns 13 this September, and we wanted to do something special to mark the milestone,” says Co-Founder Richard Jones, who, along with Robin Gray, is producing the new platform. “Creating a broadcast platform will not only entertain but also amplify the many voices within our vibrant, diverse community.”
Each segment brings its own flavor. Alexander Rodriguez, known for his quick wit and celebrity interviews, leads Alexander on Screen. “Our representation in media is evolving, and so should our journalism,” he says. “Bear World TV viewers can expect smarter questions and deeper conversations with queer icons and unsung heroes alike.”
Looking for laughs? Tune in to Marquis is Barely Informed, where Marquis The Honey Bear takes on bear culture with a comedic twist. “We’re tackling gay and bear culture one ridiculous topic at a time,” he says, calling his content “unseriously serious fun.”
Need nightlife inspo? Hunter Harden has you covered with Hunter’s Hot Nights, a nightlife-focused segment sponsored by Gun Oil Personal Lubricant. “It’s all about vibe,” he says. “A party with hugs, a great DJ, body positivity, and a little glitter? That’s what I call a hot night.”
Joe Martone keeps us in-the-know with What to Know with Joe, your go-to guide for must-see events. “I spotlight the movers and shakers, and the everyday legends who have carried the bear world on their hairy shoulders,” he explains. His segment is sponsored by DeviousSaint.com—because even legends like a little kink.
And for globetrotters, Ravi Round the World is your passport to adventure. “Travel is more than a vacation. It’s visibility, connection, and celebration,” says LGBTQ+ travel expert Ravi Roth, whose segment is sponsored by Island House Key West. “We’re making the world your bear playground.”
The show’s bold look was captured by photographer Nathan Noyes at the W Hollywood’s Creator Lounge, an art deco dream designed to spark creative fire—making it the perfect visual home for a project this fierce.
With a new episode dropping every week, Bear World TV is setting a new standard for queer media with heart, humor, and a whole lot of hair.
As Jones puts it best: “Bear World TV will be a call to celebrate who we are: loudly, proudly, and together.”
Catch the premiere August 7 on bearworldmag.com and follow @bearworldmag for all the latest.