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It's Been a Minute

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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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Recent Guests

Liam Dillon
Staff writer at Politico who covers housing issues
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Episode: Do you feel poor when you watch TV? That's by design.
Jack Baldarama-Morley
Author of Dream Facades, The Cruel Architecture of Reality TV
Author/academic
Episode: Do you feel poor when you watch TV? That's by design.
Scott Burnett
Assistant Professor of African Studies and Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies at Penn State University
Penn State University
Episode: The guys behind the men’s purity movement
Mindy Sue
Artist and UCLA professor, author of Cyber Feminism Index and A Sexual History of the Internet
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: The price women pay for being online
Madeline Leung Coleman
Features Writer at New York Magazine
New York Magazine
Episode: The strange politics of Pilates
Jason DeRose
NPR religion correspondent
National Public Radio
Episode: Christians are having a Trump-sized reckoning
Gabriel Salguero
President and founder of the National Latino Evangelical Coalition; Pastor
National Latino Evangelical Coalition; The Gathering Place, Orlando
Episode: Christians are having a Trump-sized reckoning
Bobby Allen
NPR correspondent
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Episode: The casino-ification of literally everything
Christiana Mbakwe Medina
Screenwriter and host of the Pop Syllabus podcast
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Episode: 'Algorithm Bodies' & the human need to worship celebrities

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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 11.3k 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
    Canada2 months 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 States3 months 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 States3 months 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 States3 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 States3 months ago

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Numb girls & the humiliation of caring too much
Q: Let me ask you a question. Do you care or are you so over it?
The guests explain that numbness and detachment are both a cultural pose and a response to pressures—an ironic, curated cool that helps people cope with social and political fatigue, while also risking disengagement and loss of empathy.
Is this the end of reality TV?
Q: Do you see a path for reality TV to be more ethical without sacrificing the drama that keeps audiences engaged?
Yes, by establishing clearer guidelines for on-screen behavior, offering support resources for participants, and refining casting to prioritize responsible storytelling that still feels authentic and engaging to viewers.
Is this the end of reality TV?
Q: What do you think ABC and Disney could have done differently in handling Taylor Frankie Paul before and after the incident?
We discuss the need for earlier, deeper vetting and a more proactive approach to production ethics, including how and when to deplatform a controversial figure, while balancing public interest with participant safety.
"Girl Math" does not add up to financial freedom
Q: What inspired you to start focusing the show on money and romance as a combined topic?
Chelsea explains that the intersection of money and romance reveals deeper social narratives about class, autonomy, and aging, and that examining these through interviews with women over 50 helps debunk myths about money and marriage.
The hard work of having "good taste"
Q: What do you think is the antidote to the AI-driven taste crisis—how do we reclaim a participatory, DIY culture in the face of automation?
The guests suggest reclaiming hands-on creation, embracing amateur experimentation, and prioritizing in-person, community-driven engagement with art to preserve humanity in culture.

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2. Jack Baldarama-Morley
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4. Mindy Sue
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