900 Episodes

  1. Luther Vandross and Samara Joy sing across generations

    Published: 9/2/2023
  2. 'All The Things She Said': queer anthem or problematic queerbait?

    Published: 8/29/2023
  3. Skincare is dewy diet culture; plus, how to have the "Fat Talk"

    Published: 8/25/2023
  4. Why we don't trust the 'vanilla girl'

    Published: 8/22/2023
  5. 'Abbott Elementary' and 'Succession' take on love and grief

    Published: 8/19/2023
  6. Why aren't there more union stories onscreen?

    Published: 8/15/2023
  7. Getting lit for hip-hop's 50th birthday

    Published: 8/11/2023
  8. How pop culture framed the crack epidemic

    Published: 8/8/2023
  9. The tension behind tipping; plus, the anger over box braids

    Published: 8/4/2023
  10. How racism became a marketing tool for country music

    Published: 8/1/2023
  11. Viral dating screenshots and the absurdity of 'And Just Like That'

    Published: 7/28/2023
  12. Lil' Kim's fashion legacy is undeniable

    Published: 7/25/2023
  13. The spectacular femininity of bimbos and 'Barbie'

    Published: 7/21/2023
  14. Twitter vs. Threads, and why influencers could be the ultimate winners

    Published: 7/19/2023
  15. Where's the song of the summer? Plus, the making of Beyoncé's 'Crazy in Love'

    Published: 7/14/2023
  16. Ashley Park on Joy Ride, getting raunchy, and a letter to Cardi B

    Published: 7/11/2023
  17. A rare battle at the Supreme Court; plus, Asian Americans and affirmative action

    Published: 7/7/2023
  18. Pop Culture Happy Hour: why is 'Scandoval' such a big deal for 'Vanderpump Rules'?

    Published: 7/4/2023
  19. You can't even hate watch 'The Idol'; Plus, LIVE with Aubrey Gordon

    Published: 7/1/2023
  20. 'Never Have I Ever' is over, but Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is just getting started

    Published: 6/27/2023

13 / 45

Has it been a minute since you heard a thought-provoking conversation about culture? Brittany Luse wants to help. Each week, she takes the things everyone's talking about and, in conversation with her favorite creators, tastemakers, and experts, gives you new ways to think about them. Beyond the obvious takes. Because culture doesn't happen by accident.If you can't get enough, try It's Been a Minute Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/itsbeenaminute