<p>This week, we’re talking about change—when it’s freeing, fake, messy, or just weird. Steph unpacks two Beyoncé concerts, from pit seats to suite tears. Jamie’s colonoscopy prep collides with right-wing outrage over Superman’s immigration status. Will introduces us to “Chit,” a viral TikTok series that might be the future of sitcoms. We get personal about JoJo Siwa, Billie Eilish, queer identity, and how hard it is to figure yourself out online. Also: AI, NVIDIA, and wombats playing tennis. You know, just another episode of Take It Personal.</p>

Episode 5: “NIL, Nostalgia & Not-So-Secret Affairs”

Take It Personal is a weekly conversation where three friends say the quiet part out loud.Hosted by Stephanie Bartlett, Will Austen, and Jamie Renell, and produced by Lindsay Abrams, the show combines hot takes, cultural commentary, and personal insights in a clever, hilarious, and relatable manner. The podcast unpacks the complexities of the internet, pop culture, society, and their own lives. It’s a little messy, a little meaningful, and always personal.Take It Personal invites listeners to join the conversation as it dives into trending topics and shares personal experiences behind the headlines. Subscribe to the "Take It Personal" Substack, as well as YouTube and TikTok channels, to join the conversation as we dive into trending topics and share personal experiences behind the headlines. 