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It's Been a Minute

663 episodes · 12 with AI analysis

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. 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

AI Intelligence · across all analyzed episodes

People · top 20

Companies · top 20

Topics · top 10

Prediction Market RegulationPolymarket and Kalshi Business ModelsInsider Trading in Prediction MarketsFederal vs State Gambling JurisdictionCasinoification of CultureDeath and Assassination Betting EthicsPrediction Market Manipulation and RiggingJournalist Harassment by BettorsTrump Administration Regulatory ApproachWisdom of Crowds Theory

Analyzed Episodes

Apr 15, 2026

The casino-ification of literally everything

Prediction Market RegulationPolymarket and Kalshi Business ModelsInsider Trading in Prediction Markets

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Apr 13, 2026

You might be suffering from AI brain fry

AI Brain Fry and Cognitive OverloadWorkplace Boundary DissolutionAI Tool Management and Delegation

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Apr 10, 2026

Numb girls & the humiliation of caring too much

Numb girl aesthetic and dissociative pout cultural trendSocial media algorithms and algorithmic bias by race and genderGen Z political alienation and news fatigue

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Apr 8, 2026

The funny thing about ADHD

Adult ADHD diagnosis surge and epidemiologyTelehealth expansion and ADHD medication distributionSocial media influence on self-diagnosis and diagnostic culture

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Apr 1, 2026

Welcome to 'The Republic of Wasia'

Multiracial identity representation in streaming mediaMixed-race Asian American cultural visibility and representationHistorical immigration policy and mixed-race demographics in America

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Mar 2, 2026

The joy of breaking up with dating apps

Dating App Business Models and MonetizationFreemium Pricing and Paywall Strategies in Dating AppsMarket Consolidation in Dating App Industry

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Feb 27, 2026

The pain & loneliness of trying to be "attractive."

Looks maxing movement and extreme beauty standardsIncel culture and online radicalizationEugenics ideology in contemporary beauty culture

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Feb 25, 2026

The truth about men on the 'down low'

Down Low (DL) Culture and Black MasculinityHIV Transmission Myths in Black CommunitiesSexual Identity vs. Sexual Behavior Distinction

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Feb 18, 2026

Has the vegan business bubble burst?

Plant-based meat market decline and financial performanceVegan restaurant closures and industry contractionVeganism as ethical stance vs. health trend vs. identity

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Feb 20, 2026

What really counts as social media "addiction?"

Social Media Addiction LitigationTech Platform Design EthicsInfinite Scroll and Algorithmic Engagement

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Feb 23, 2026

The high cost of getting food delivered.

Food delivery economics and consumer spending patternsConvenience culture and technology dependencyGig economy worker exploitation and wage theft

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Jan 10, 2025

Bad news for protein bros: you might be getting scammed

Protein marketing and consumer behaviorSocial media nutrition influencersMasculinity and food consumption patterns

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