It's Been a Minute
NPR
Show overview
It's Been a Minute has been publishing since 2017, and across the 9 years since has built a catalogue of 1,029 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 530 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 21 min and 38 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Society & Culture show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 68 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 162 episodes published. Published by NPR.
From the publisher
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 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