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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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What happens when tech billionaires control the media you consume?

With the help of his father, Paramount CEO David Ellison's purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery has gained him a roster of franchises and networks, from Looney Tunes to CNN. But the sa... more

It's easier than ever to cheat and to catch a cheater, but is that a good thing?

For example, there are apps and social media groups dedicated to outing a cheater. But what if that paranoia about cheating is actually hurting our relationships? And o... more

The Epstein Files have revealed social and financial relationships throughout the beauty industry - and a toxic veneration for youth. Is it time for the public to reckon with what the powerful tell us is and isn't "beautiful?" 

Host Brittany Luse wo... more

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All this health tracking might not be actually very...healthy.

There's a lot of evidence that health tracking can be good for us. Studies have shown that fitness trackers are effective at increasing physical activity, and can pretty accurately detec... more

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Shannon Keating
Freelance culture journalist
Self-employed
Episode: The unbearable fear of being cheated on
Kathryn Jezer-Morton
Writer of the brooding column From the Cut
The Cut
Episode: The unbearable fear of being cheated on
Jessica DeFino
Reporter, critic, author of The Flesh World Substack; co-host of The Mess World Podcast; writer for The Guardian's Ask Ugly
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Episode: The beauty industry has an Epstein problem
Lindsay Gelman
Freelance journalist who reports on health and business
Self-employed
Episode: Is tech making us too obsessed with our bodies?
Adam Clark Estes
Senior Technology Correspondent
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Episode: Is tech making us too obsessed with our bodies?
Meg Jay
Clinical psychologist and author of The Twentysomething Treatment
Private practice/author
Episode: Young women are struggling, too. Why can't we see it?
Faith Hill
Staff writer at The Atlantic
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Episode: Young women are struggling, too. Why can't we see it?
Nadira Goffe
Staff Writer of Culture at Slate
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Episode: Sinners vs. One Battle After Another: who should win Best Picture?
Robert Daniels
Associate Editor at Rogerebert.com
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Brittany Luse
Host of a cultural commentary podcast, known for insightful discussions that connect contemporary culture with social issues. Brittany's engaging interview style and thought-provoking questions create a welcoming space for complex topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11.2k ratings
  • An Excellent Listen!

    I always appreciate the thoughtful perspectives they bring, whether about current events or just interesting topics. I leave feeling more both entertained and more informed. I particularly value It’s Been a Minute because they often feature voices that more mainstream podcasts don’t center.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraVH
    Canada12 days ago
  • Consistently Great

    Looking for a curious and culturally competent take on what’s happening in the world? Well this is your show. Big fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moonlightleo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Company

    I'm so happy to tune in for every episode. Brittany, with the help of her guests, and the team, create thoughtful content that stands out compared to other culture podcasts. Thank you all so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cantharellusspp
    United Statesa month ago
  • Perspective and humor

    Always appreciate Brittany and her great guests’ insight and perspective from the hilarious to the heavy. And I’m a sucker for a quiz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    igotstago
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you for keeping me sane!

    I have had the pleasure of listening to Brittany Lise since my then boyfriend (now husband) introduced me to her on The Nod. I love her thought provoking questions, the way she affirms her guests, and how she makes complicated topics accessible. This is definitely my favorite NPR podcast :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana Ulloa-Montes
    United States2 months ago

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You're healthier than they say you are. Here's why.
Q: What is the role of government in improving health beyond medical care?
Policy levers include nutrition and exercise infrastructure, affordability of healthy foods, safe walking environments, and broader access to healthcare, with recognition that health outcomes are shaped by outside-the-doctor factors.
You're healthier than they say you are. Here's why.
Q: Why does RFK Jr.'s narrative resonate with some people today?
Because nostalgia and the appeal of returning to a perceived better era, framed by lineage and authority, can be persuasive even when data shows the past was not healthier across all measures; policy changes and distrust in institutions also play a role.
You're healthier than they say you are. Here's why.
Q: In what ways is it true that Americans used to be healthier?
There was less chronic disease in the past, but there were also different environmental factors, less ultra-processed foods, and a context where certain conditions and lifestyle patterns differed; overall, life expectancy trends are complex and depend on many variables.
The unbearable fear of being cheated on
Q: So off the jump, why does cheating mean different things to different people? And how has that definition broadened?
Guests explain that cheating is culturally determined and tied to how we define love and romance, with therapy culture influencing expectations and boundaries, leading to a broader, more inclusive or contested notion of what counts as cheating.
Is tech making us too obsessed with our bodies?
Q: Is it possible to wear these wearables and just kind of reap some of the benefits to health tracking without any of the obsession?
Adam suggests it is possible to use trackers without driving oneself crazy by focusing on simple, actionable goals (like sleep and routine adjustments) rather than chasing every metric.

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