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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 AWARDS It’s Been A Minute with Brittany Luse is the best podcast for understanding what’s going on in culture right now, and helps you consume it smarter. From how politics influences pop culture to how identity influences tech or health, Brittany makes the picture clearer for you every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.It’s Been A Minute reaches millions of people every week. Join the community and conversation today. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for It's Been A Minute.
Episodes


L.A. was first. Now it's your move, America.

Want to date a rich man? It might be harder than you think.

Oh no...I got "The Ick." What do I do now?

How to win (or lose) a break up on social media

The Pride month vibes are off, but there's still hope.

"White genocide" isn't a thing. Trump disagrees.

Canada hates us, but it's not all Trump's fault.

Age gaps & wage gaps: unpacking our Belichick-Hudson obsession

Can doctors test embryos for autism? And should they?

Brittany needs to buy a couch. Should she buy now, pay later?

Why can't we (or Ms. Rachel) talk about Gaza's children dying?

Pop culture has a "bean soup problem."

Get rich or die trying: how sports betting is changing our love of the game

Diddy, Cassie, & the anatomy of "mutual abuse"

A tale of murder, artificial intelligence, & forgiveness

Can OnlyFans save the music industry?

Let's talk about the political power of Gen Z women

The fantasy vs. reality of Trump's "smokestack nostalgia"

The MET Gala: the indisputable best & worst looks of the night
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