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Want in on a secret? Your likes and dislikes didn't develop by accident. There are subtle and not-so-subtle forces around you, shaping what you think, how you act, and even who you think you are. Brittany Luse is here to break the spell and help you feel wiser in a society that makes things blurry.THE BEST POP CULTURE PODCAST AWARD WINNER AT THE 2025 SIGNAL AWARDSIt’s Been A Minute with Brittany L... more

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Maxim Tvarun-Dun
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Errin Haines
Editor-at-Large of the 19th and NABJ president
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Brittany Luse
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4.6 out of 5 stars from 11.4k ratings
  • Perfect Host

    I really appreciate that Brittany brings real journalism to the chaos on my timeline. I feel like most news overlooks the conversations that are happening on our screens and it’s nice to know that there are real professionals that are validating and contextualizng what we’re all experiencing on the internet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ms.Teel
    United Statesa month ago
  • Terrible

    Sexist dumb and racist

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    shsysjt
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fun informative n can’t miss

    Brittany you keep rocking girl! Love your voice, takes, and guests. This show is quite addictive and a MUST listen! I am always entertained, thank you, <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lizzieboo384
    United Statesa month ago
  • Brittany is amazing!

    Where the heck has Brittany Luse been my whole podcast-listening life? She’s the perfect host for this show—smart, cultured, and personable. I already love NPR podcasts, but Brittany has taken them to another echelon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linoleum City
    United Statesa month ago
  • Long time listener request

    Hi IBAM! Long time listener tuning in with a request. Pls consider adding games to the episodes like there used to be, I find them light hearted and fun :) thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leniwithani
    United Statesa month ago

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GLP-1s & eating disorders: a complicated relationship
Q: How have GLP-1s changed the world of eating disorder treatment?
Experts describe GLP-1s as both a practical, sometimes life-saving tool and a complex intervention that shifts the balance between hunger signals and compulsive eating urges, requiring careful support beyond medication.
The women leaving the 'New Right'
Q: Before we really dig into it, I guess my first question is this, what's the difference between the old right and the new right in your view?
Errin explains that the line is blurred and that the manosphere and conservative currents have long coexisted, with shifts over time toward more mainstream visibility and different signals around gender, power, and belonging.
'New Skin' and the botched quest for beauty
Q: How did you shape Linli and Fanny's relationship to reflect the pressures of cosmetic culture and reality TV?
Their relationship is built around both reliance and conflict, illustrating how appearance, performance, and audience perception influence how families survive and what they reveal about themselves under observation.
'New Skin' and the botched quest for beauty
Q: What inspired you to write about ugliness as a virtue and to center immigrant women in this story?
I write to portray realities often unseen, focusing on intergenerational tension and labor, showing how beauty can be a source of agency and a complicated form of capital, especially for immigrant families navigating new lives in America.
People say America doesn't have a monarchy. They're wrong.
Q: Lay that out a little bit more, this comparison between Kim and JFK and how each family rotates around them.
Corey explains Kim as a JFK-like figure in the sense that both are central to a broader cultural ecology, with different family members and media moves reinforcing each other to sustain relevance.

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This show centers on culture, identity, and current events, unpacking how pop culture, politics, and technology intersect in everyday life. Episodes frequently feature voices from journalism, scholarship, and critics who examine language, media narratives, and power dynamics shaping society. Notable strengths include thoughtful guest selections from diverse fields, a clear stance on social issues, and accessible, curious conversations that connect big ideas to everyday experiences. A standout trait is the host's ability to translate complex cultural topics into engaging, relatable discussions, often amplifying historically overlooked perspectives. For potential listeners, the show offers timely context on how culture and current events infl... more

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