It's Been a Minute
844 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8.2K ratingsHas 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.
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It's Fat Bear Week - but our fascination with bears is timeless
October 06, 2023 21:47 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBEvery year, the Katmai National Park in Alaska puts on a March Madness-style bracket of all the fattest bears in their park. It's a celebration of fatness, because a fat bear ahead of hibernation means a healthy bear come spring. This competition is popular — there were over a million votes tallied last year — and it speaks to a larger cultural obsession with bears. In honor of Fat Bear Week, Host Brittany Luse journeys through time to unpack what bears mean to us — and why they're family...
Jordan Peele presents a 'new' Black horror
October 03, 2023 22:32 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBThis week, host Brittany Luse kicks off spooky season by sitting down with the current champion of Black horror, Jordan Peele. In his most recent project, he's taken his talents from the screen to the page as the editor of a new book of short stories, Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror. Then, Brittany is joined by Black horror scholar and author Tananarive Due, to discuss her contributions to the anthology and her upcoming novel, The Reformatory. Due walks Brittany through ...
Hasan Minhaj and the limits of representation
September 29, 2023 20:57 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBA recent New Yorker piece on Hasan Minhaj found that some crucial bits of his stand-up act didn't stand up to fact-checking. Stretching the truth in comedy is par for the course, but how does that work for a figure like Minhaj, who'd previously doubled down on these stories in interviews and is known for his political satire shows? Brittany is joined by writer Imran Siddiquee and journalist Allana Akhtar to make sense of an entertainment industry that created the conditions for his fame. The...
How Bethann Hardison changed the face of fashion - and why that matters
September 26, 2023 22:25 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBBethann Hardison is the fashion icon behind so many fashion icons: she worked as a modeling agent in the era of the supermodel – brokering the careers of stars like Kimora Lee Simmons and Tyson Beckford. And when models of color all but vanished from view at the turn of the millennium – she forced designers to bring them back. Host Brittany Luse sits down with Bethann to discuss the new documentary about Bethann's life, Invisible Beauty, and why fashion imagery, while fraught, is still powerf...
The WNBA's coming out story; plus, the dangers of sports betting
September 22, 2023 19:50 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThis year, the WNBA had its most-watched regular season in 21 years, but what went into creating this new moment of visibility for the league? Host Brittany Luse is joined by Katie Barnes, author of Fair Play: How Sports Shape the Gender Debates to unpack the league's initial 'Barbie girl' image, the trailblazers who pushed the WNBA to become the first professional sports league to celebrate Pride, and what it means for an athlete to 'authentically' express themselves. Then, we explore the g...
The year concert etiquette went to trash and why
September 19, 2023 21:31 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBEvery couple of weeks there's a new story of a fan at a concert misbehaving. One fan threw ashes at Pink, another hit Drake with a cellphone, Miranda Lambert stopped her show when fans took selfies with flash photography. Extreme instances have landed performers in the hospital, but more often attendees have noticed the audience has gotten louder and more distracting than ever. Where is all of this coming from? Brittany Luse is joined by YouTube commentator Tiffany Ferguson to breakdown how ...
Is capitalism in its flop era?
September 15, 2023 19:55 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBIn 2017, Today, Explained co-host Noel King says she started getting a vibe: young people were discussing and dissecting capitalism. She began noticing the word in pop culture and cultural reporting — but found her own tribe of economics reporters were missing from the conversation. Flash forward to 2023, and the word capitalism is all over politics and culture: it's on the stage at the Republican debates, it's on the picket lines and the language of union strikes from Hollywood to New York C...
Rock and roll's pioneer is a queer, Southern Black man
September 12, 2023 23:53 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBWhen you think of rockstar royalty, a queer, Southern Black man normally doesn't come to mind. But director Lisa Cortés wants us all to reconsider that thought. Her documentary, Little Richard: I Am Everything, takes viewers through the life and legacy of one of the most influential men in music - Little Richard. From the bawdy roots of his hit song, "Tutti Frutti," to teaching Mick Jagger how to work a crowd, Little Richard's impact spans generations. Host Brittany Luse and director Lisa C...
The Photo of the Year; plus, whose RICO is it anyway?
September 08, 2023 21:28 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBWhen former President Donald Trump's mugshot was released, pundits immediately searched for meaning. Was it defiant? Was it embarrassing? Turns out what we see in that image could change over time. Brittany Luse is joined by Vanessa Friedman, senior fashion critic for the New York Times, to talk about the cultural meaning of infamous mugshots and their resounding impact on us. Then, we welcome Emory law professor emeritus Morgan Cloud to talk about the legal tool that's taking pop culture by...
20 years of pumpkin spice power
September 05, 2023 20:50 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBIt's been 20 years since Starbucks debuted the first pumpkin spice latte in 2003. Since then, it's become a cultural phenomenon greater than itself: it's shorthand for fall, for basicness, for femininity, and even for white culture. Why did the PSL become so powerful — and how do food trends garner so much meaning? Host Brittany Luse chats with Suzy Badaracco, food trend forecaster and founder of Culinary Tides, to discuss the $500 million dollar industry, and how little miss pumpkin spice ha...
Luther Vandross and Samara Joy sing across generations
September 02, 2023 00:05 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBMusic is all about pushing the envelope, and no one knew that more than Luther Vandross. His rendition of "A House is Not a Home" is so beloved, many fans don't even know it's a cover. His sound also laid the groundwork for many popular artists today, from Jazmine Sullivan to Beyoncé. Host Brittany Luse is joined by Craig Seymour, author of "Luther: The Life and Longing of Luther Vandross" to discuss Luther's impact and why his name isn't often in conversation with other greats - even though ...
'All The Things She Said': queer anthem or problematic queerbait?
August 29, 2023 20:08 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn September 2002, the Russian pop duo t.A.T.u. released their smash single "All The Things She Said." The song is a grungy euro-dance track, and the video features the lead singers Lena Katina and Julia Volkova dressed in schoolgirl uniforms and making out in the rain. The video was banned from UK television for being "not really suitable for children." That did not stop the song from becoming a global sensation. It topped the charts in 13 countries, and in the United States the duo would ...
Skincare is dewy diet culture; plus, how to have the "Fat Talk"
August 25, 2023 04:10 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIn this conversation from November 2022, host Brittany Luse chats with beauty reporter Jessica Defino about the increase in celebrity skincare lines and why the the way we talk about skin is regressive. Plus, Brittany revisits her chat with "Fat Talk" author Virgina Sole-Smith: they dive into anti-fat bias in parenting and why it's important to embrace fatness. And later, Brittany gives her take on Jennifer Aniston's latest comments on cancel culture. Learn more about sponsor message choic...
Why we don't trust the 'vanilla girl'
August 22, 2023 20:26 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThis week is all about beauty and diet trends. In this first interview from March, host Brittany Luse chats with Forbes staff writer Steffi Cao to discuss her essay, "white women want their power back: on bbls and balletcore, and the entropy of aesthetic." Steffi points to the online rise of the 'clean girl' and 'vanilla girl' aesthetics, just as the myth of innocent white womanhood erodes in the public sphere following outrage at "Karens" and critical looks at stars like Miley Cyrus who borr...
'Abbott Elementary' and 'Succession' take on love and grief
August 19, 2023 00:27 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBThis week, we're looking at some of the best TV of the year. Brittany Luse revisits her November 2022 conversation with Abbott Elementary writers Brittani Nichols and Joya McCrory. They talk about creating a world that feels both authentic and funny to American teachers. Then, Linda Holmes of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour stops by to chat about the television episode that had our group chats in a chokehold, and how it eloquently captured the way we experience death and grief in real life. Not...
Why aren't there more union stories onscreen?
August 15, 2023 16:27 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this conversation from March, Brittany Luse is joined by Chicago Tribune TV and film critic Nina Metz to chat about why there are so many shows and movies about rich jerks — Succession, White Lotus and Billions, to name a few — and why we're experiencing a dearth of stories about workers. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Getting lit for hip-hop's 50th birthday
August 11, 2023 20:01 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBOn August 11, 1973, hip-hop was born at a house party in the Bronx. 50 years later the genre has been reshaped in the image of cities and regions around the world. Brittany Luse and NPR Music's Sheldon Pearce take a tour of those regions and look at where hip-hop might go in the next 50 years. Plus, Brittany is joined by KQED's Pendarvis Harshaw to do a deep dive into a hip-hop scene from the Bay Area known as hyphy. It was loud. It was silly. But underneath all that partying, the hyphy move...
How pop culture framed the crack epidemic
August 08, 2023 22:44 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBThe crack epidemic has had seismic impact on American culture, from music to TV and film. This week, Brittany Luse talks to Donovan X. Ramsey, author of When Crack Was King: A People's History of a Misunderstood Era, about why pop culture can't let go of the "crack fiend" or the drug dealing anti-hero. They discuss how both those tropes miss some very big marks, where the stereotypes originated and who tried to set the record straight. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email u...
The tension behind tipping; plus, the anger over box braids
August 04, 2023 19:07 - 38 minutes - 35 MBOver the past few years, tipping expectations have changed: we're asked to tip in restaurants and coffee shops, yes, but also at bodegas, farm stands, even unmanned grab-and-go kiosks. And while the pandemic increased tips, inflation and a return to normal may put downward pressure on them again. Now, it seems none of us can agree on what the minimum should be. Host Brittany Luse chats with Ramtin Arablouei, co-host of the NPR history podcast Throughline, about the long and fraught history of...
How racism became a marketing tool for country music
August 01, 2023 22:16 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThe top three songs in America right now are country tracks, and the top two hits are by artists facing allegations of racism. At the top of the charts is Jason Aldean: he shot to number one after releasing his music video "Try That In A Small Town," which included montages critical of the Black Lives Matter protests and showed Aldean singing in front of a courthouse where a Black teen was lynched. Morgan Wallen has the number two hit, and his popularity rose after being cancelled for using t...
Viral dating screenshots and the absurdity of 'And Just Like That'
July 28, 2023 21:35 - 38 minutes - 35 MBScreenshots of dating apps are making the rounds online and what feels like mundane exchanges are generating lots of ire and discourse. As these screenshots become more common in our feeds, how does it impact the search for love? And what happens when people use the apps to swipe for content? We talk to Rolling Stone culture reporter Miles Klee about modern dating expectations and if the apps have changed them. Then, Vox senior correspondent Alex Abad-Santos talks with host Brittany Luse ab...
Lil' Kim's fashion legacy is undeniable
July 25, 2023 22:22 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThink of the top women rappers of our time: Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj. They all showcase signature styles that include multicolored wigs, skyscraping heels and designer logos on everything. But that blend of high fashion, femininity and attitude began before any of them joined the game. It was pioneered in the 1990s by the original queen bee: Lil' Kim. Ahead of her time, Kim's ingenuity – and her cementing of the relationship between fashion and hip-hop – has not always been r...
Twitter vs. Threads, and why influencers could be the ultimate winners
July 19, 2023 01:49 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBIn the wake of user dissatisfaction with Twitter, a crop of hungry new apps have sprung up to replace it. This week on It's Been A Minute, host Brittany Luse is joined by Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz to unravel Meta's newest app: Threads. They also discuss the latest changes in the the social media landscape, our power to shape it and why influencers could ultimately come out on top. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponso...
Where's the song of the summer? Plus, the making of Beyoncé's 'Crazy in Love'
July 14, 2023 18:50 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIt's been 20 years since Beyoncé's single Crazy in Love poured out of every radio, car speaker and club for a whole summer — setting her up to be the solo star she is today. Host Brittany Luse revisits that moment and shares the surprising story behind the music with show producer Corey Antonio Rose. Then, she sits down with Beyoncé's longtime stylist Ty Hunter, who put together the iconic looks in the Crazy in Love music video. And finally, she discusses why there is no song of the summer fo...
Ashley Park on Joy Ride, getting raunchy, and a letter to Cardi B
July 11, 2023 23:12 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBJoy Ride, the ensemble R-rated comedy of the summer, has burst onto the scene with raunchiness, heart, and an unapologetic attitude. The film follows Audrey, played by Ashley Park, who goes to China for a work trip and, along with her friends, gets into more than she bargained for as the trip goes off the rails. Host Brittany Luse talks to Ashley Park about the universality of raunchiness and how Joy Ride breaks the myth of the polished Asian-American woman. From unfortunate tattoos to a K-...
A rare battle at the Supreme Court; plus, Asian Americans and affirmative action
July 07, 2023 20:16 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBYears before their appointments to the highest court in the land, Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Clarence Thomas both walked the hallowed halls of Yale Law School as beneficiaries of affirmative action policies. After handing down the ruling on affirmative action, both justices stood to deliver their different opinions about affirmative action: Sotomayor in support, Thomas against. To discuss this moment and how two people can have the same experience and land at drastically diff...
Pop Culture Happy Hour: why is 'Scandoval' such a big deal for 'Vanderpump Rules'?
July 04, 2023 20:24 - 28 minutes - 26 MBBravo's hit reality show Vanderpump Rules has become infamous due to a much-discussed affair between two members of its cast. The whole thing has been nicknamed "Scandoval" and has led to record-breaking ratings, countless memes, and even a joke at the White House Correspondents Dinner. In a world were reality television is synonymous with secret affairs and drama, why is "Scandoval" such a big deal? Pop Culture Happy Hour's co-host Stephen Thompson is joined by culture writer Shamira Ibrahim...
You can't even hate watch 'The Idol'; Plus, LIVE with Aubrey Gordon
July 01, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHBO's 'The Idol' has been riddled with controversy, and with the show coming to an end, host Brittany Luse and NPR's Hazel Cills had a lot to say about the series portrayal of female pop stars, along with the more interesting stories they'd like to see Hollywood show us. Then, Brittany takes on fat discrimination with author, columnist and Maintenance Phase co-host Aubrey Gordon LIVE from the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival. Gordon just had the world premier of "Your Fat Friend" a documentary f...
'Never Have I Ever' is over, but Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is just getting started
June 27, 2023 20:16 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBMaitreyi Ramakrishnan has big dreams. The 21-year-old gained full celebrity status with her breakout role as Devi Vishwakumar in the Mindy Kaling-produced hit Never Have I Ever. The final season just dropped on Netflix so we're revisiting our 2022 conversation with the star where host Brittany Luse gets Ramakrishnan dishing on everything from cosplay to car chases. They also talk about Ramakrishnan's wildest dream role, how to deal with haters and why she hopes this is just the beginning – fo...
Why we all need a himbo with 'The Other Two's Josh Segarra
June 23, 2023 20:32 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBToday, we consider the himbo — sweet hotties who are maybe a little naive about the world, but are always having a good time. One of the greatest himbos of our age is Lance Arroyo on Max's comedy The Other Two. Host Brittany Luse sits down with actor Josh Segarra, who plays Lance, to talk about what makes an ideal himbo and why they're speaking to the greater culture and our hearts. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message ...
Dominique Fishback is the actress with a thousand faces
June 20, 2023 23:32 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBDominique Fishback is starring in one of the biggest summer movies, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, but her star has long been on the rise through roles in Judas and the Black Messiah, Swarm, and The Deuce. This week, Dominique opens up to Brittany Luse about finding the vulnerability in her characters, portraying the rarified Black female serial killer, and what makes her the actress "with a thousand faces." You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Lear...
Are children a marginalized group?
June 16, 2023 18:04 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBThere's been a common theme swirling throughout the culture wars: from gun policy, to drag bans, to talking about race - the innocence of children is always at the center of discussion. This week, we're exploring the ideas and systems around childhood. We learn why we first drew the line between child and adult, why the line is so jagged and what implications this has on our lives today. We hear from a few kids themselves, then host Brittany Luse is joined by historian Jules Gill-Peterson an...
It's time to have the 'Fat Talk' with our kids — and ourselves
June 13, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBVirginia Sole-Smith is an author, writer and host of the podcast Burnt Toast — and her work focuses on our relationship to food and fat. Her latest book, Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture is based on one simple idea: it's okay and normal for kids to be fat. "What fat kids need is to know that we see them, we accept them, and we know they are worthy of respect, safety, and dignity," she writes. "Making their body smaller isn't the solution." Virginia sits down with host Brittany...
Emily King's heartbreak on 'Special Occasion'
June 09, 2023 19:09 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBGrammy-nominated singer Emily King is a master architect of love songs: her dreamy pop-infused music has provided the soundtrack to many romances. This week, she's opening up about how she baked a fresh heartbreak into the sound of her latest album, Special Occasion. She's writing through her pain, shaking the shame around being honest and dealing with vulnerability hangovers. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choice...
Eric André on pulling a prank in late stage capitalism
June 06, 2023 22:13 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe prince of pranks, Eric André, changed the comedy landscape with his long running series on Adult Swim, The Eric Andre Show. After a 3-year hiatus, the show is back. Brittany Luse sits down with André to talk about the new season, his pranks on Amber Rose and Jaleel White, and why his humor seems to always flip the script of figures of authority and create heroes out of average joes. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor mess...
Authors Emily Henry and Bolu Babalola give their hottest summer reading recs
June 02, 2023 20:55 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIt's finally summer! And what better way to celebrate than to pick up a juicy book on a nice day? Romance authors Bolu Babalola and Emily Henry join host Brittany Luse to give their recommendations for great summer reads. Plus, they play a dating game featuring literary hotties. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Brandon Taylor on art, loving across class and why he writes sex scenes
May 30, 2023 22:32 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThis week, host Brittany Luse chats with author and culture critic Brandon Taylor about his latest novel, The Late Americans. The book is set in Iowa City and follows several characters pursuing love, art and the promise of prosperity. They discuss what's so American about The Late Americans, and how it's a departure from what's currently seen as fashionable in fiction. You can follow us on Twitter @ItsBeenAMin or email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastch...
Tina Turner's happy ending
May 27, 2023 14:37 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThis week, the world went into mourning after losing the Goddess of Rock n' Roll: Tina Turner. Veteran music journalist and Shine Bright author, Danyel Smith, joins Brittany Luse to unpack Tina's powerful performances and her role as an architect of rock. They also dig into the obstacles the star overcame, her smart strategies and the lessons she has for us on resilience, peace and happiness. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor...
Formula 1's new fandom; plus, Christian Horner is always on the offense
May 26, 2023 21:54 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBWe're in a motorsports moment: Fast X just dropped, Rosalía is popularizing the motomami aesthetic and now it's time for the Monaco Grand Prix. This is the biggest weekend in Formula 1 racing, a sport that's seen an explosion of popularity in the United States. This episode, Brittany welcomes Vox deputy editor and F1 superfan Izzie Ramirez to talk about how new fans are revving up geopolitical conversations and if other sports should be copying the F1 popularity playbook. Then, Brittany speak...
Beauty culture in South Korea reveals a grim future in 'Flawless'
May 23, 2023 18:55 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBAuthor and one of NPR's beloved hosts, Elise Hu, joins Brittany Luse to talk about her new book: Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital. For Elise, what started as a professional move to Seoul turned into a long-term interest in beauty culture and the societal demand to look flawless. Elise and Brittany talk about the high price of South Korea's lookism, how the government props up beauty culture, the technological gaze, and how Korean beauty culture is spreading thr...
Psychedelic freedom with Tonya Mosley; plus, 'Monica' and ambiguous apologies
May 19, 2023 21:44 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration could approve certain psychedelic drugs for treatment of PTSD within the next few years, but what does this mean for Black people who suffer from Racial Trauma? Host Brittany Luse talks with the host of Truth Be Told, Tonya Mosley, about the latest season of her podcast exploring the healing potential of psychedelics. They talk about the latest studies, the war on drugs and what it's like to tell your new boss about your psychedelic journey. Then, Britta...
It's been one year since the Buffalo shooting. How has it changed the community?
May 16, 2023 21:37 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIt has been one year since a white supremacist drove to a predominantly Black neighborhood with an AR-15 style rifle and murdered 10 people and injured 3 others. NPR's Embedded podcast has followed a cheerleading troop over the past year to understand how the mass shooting changed the community. This week, Brittany brings you the first episode in their multi-part series. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and email us at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podc...
A Black, trans journey through TV and film; plus, inside Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' tour
May 12, 2023 16:23 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBSince releasing one of the most critically acclaimed albums in 2022, pop titan Beyoncé has withheld the visuals for almost a year. NPR Senior Culture editor Bilal Qureshi went to the first stop on the Renaissance World Tour and joins producer Corey Antonio Rose to reveal one of the most highly anticipated musical secrets. Then, journalist Tre'vell Anderson takes host Brittany Luse through a groundbreaking look at the history of transgender representation onscreen, in their new book, "We See ...
Beyoncé's Renaissance tour begins; revisiting house music history with DJ Honey Dijon
May 09, 2023 15:56 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBHost Brittany Luse revisits her 2022 conversation with the legendary DJ Honey Dijon. As one of the only Black trans DJs playing the biggest venues in the world, she's not only become an icon of the scene, but an arbiter of the culture. It's no surprise that Beyoncé tapped Honey for her biggest album yet, Renaissance. Brittany and Honey talk house music's Black roots, the evolution of the club scene, and working with Beyoncé on "Alien Superstar" and "Cozy." You can follow us on Twitter @NPRI...
Padma Lakshmi's Trojan Horse; Plus, is Michael Jackson un-cancellable?
May 05, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBBrittany Luse talks to Padma Lakshmi about the second season of her series Taste The Nation. They get into what is "American food" from apple pies (spoiler: nothing in an apple pie is from here) to daal and pancakes. Then Brittany sits down with the hosts of the new investigative podcast Think Twice. Jay Smooth and Leon Neyfakh dive into the history of Michael Jackson to show how he controlled his narrative and to answer the question: is Michael Jackson too famous to cancel? You can follow u...
The best Met Gala looks and the messy legacy of Karl Lagerfeld
May 03, 2023 00:55 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBYesterday was the first Monday in May, which meant we were inundated with pics of the Met Gala. The theme this year: Karl Lagerfeld, the late controversial fashion designer who led the house of Chanel for years. In this episode, host Brittany Luse sits down with fashion editor and journalist Marjon Carlos. They separate the winning looks from the losing ones, break down the Lagerfeld legacy and play a game of "Show Me The Receipts." Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.co...
Brittany goes to 'Couples Therapy;' Plus, why Hollywood might strike
April 28, 2023 19:54 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBA big strike might be coming to Hollywood. That's because the Writer's Guild of America - the union that protects screenwriters - is pushing back against what they see as unfair wages. NPR's Linda Holmes explains why we as viewers should care. Plus, Brittany talks with Dr. Orna Guralnik. Orna is the lead therapist on Showtime's docuseries Couples Therapy, and her and Brittany discuss how to bridge differences in relationships, how to maintain meaningful relationships, and why humans have the ...
The new conservative bent of rap media; plus, the sweetness of 'Somebody Somewhere'
April 21, 2023 18:10 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBWhile hip hop has a history of anti-establishment and progressive politics, hip hop media is taking an increasingly conservative turn. Host Brittany Luse is joined by Rolling Stone staff writer Andre Gee to discuss one of the most influential current stars of hip hop media — DJ Akademiks — and what his conservative provocations and visibility say about changes in the rap landscape. Later, Brittany chats with actor, producer, and cabaret singer Bridget Everett about season two of her show, Som...
Trina and her larger-than-life persona in hip-hop
April 18, 2023 17:18 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBFrom our friends at Louder Than a Riot, a look back at the origins of Miami's wildest rap icon, Trina Rockstar. Her vivacious vibes and ruthless bars helped flip the script on the double standard that women in the industry often faced. This episode looks at the unwritten rules that continue to shape hip-hop – specifically rule number four: "It ain't trickin' if you got it." Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Death and grief in 'Succession'; plus, privacy and the abortion pill
April 14, 2023 23:30 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThis week, host Brittany Luse is joined by UC Berkeley Law professor Khiara Bridges to connect the dots between the recent legal battles over the abortion pill mifepristone and our constitutional right to privacy. Then, Linda Holmes of NPR's 'Pop Culture Happy Hour' stops by to chat about the television episode that still has our group chats in a chokehold, and how it eloquently captured the way we experience death and grief in real life. You can follow us on Twitter @NPRItsBeenAMin and ema...