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The tension behind tipping; plus, the anger over box braids
Over 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…
3 years, 2 months ago
How racism became a marketing tool for country music
The 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 char…
3 years, 2 months ago
Viral dating screenshots and the absurdity of 'And Just Like That'
Screenshots of dating apps are making the rounds online and what feels like mundane exchanges are generating lots of ire and discourse. As these scre…
3 years, 2 months ago
Lil' Kim's fashion legacy is undeniable
Think of the top women rappers of our time: Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj. They all showcase signature styles that include multicolored w…
3 years, 2 months ago
The spectacular femininity of bimbos and 'Barbie'
The Barbie movie has arrived and we seem to be reaching peak Barbie-mania. But, Barbie's brand of hyperfeminine fun has been on the rise for years —…
3 years, 2 months ago
Twitter vs. Threads, and why influencers could be the ultimate winners
In 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 Britt…
3 years, 2 months ago
Where's the song of the summer? Plus, the making of Beyoncé's 'Crazy in Love'
It'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…
3 years, 2 months ago
Ashley Park on Joy Ride, getting raunchy, and a letter to Cardi B
Joy Ride, the ensemble R-rated comedy of the summer, has burst onto the scene with raunchiness, heart, and an unapologetic attitude. The film follows…
3 years, 2 months ago
A rare battle at the Supreme Court; plus, Asian Americans and affirmative action
Years before their appointments to the highest court in the land, Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Clarence Thomas both walked the hallowed…
3 years, 2 months ago
Pop Culture Happy Hour: why is 'Scandoval' such a big deal for 'Vanderpump Rules'?
Bravo'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 bee…
3 years, 3 months ago