Britney Spears' Tell-All Memoir Reveals Personal and Structural Harm

In this special episode of It's Been A Minute, host Britney Loose discusses Britney Spears' recently released memoir, 'The Woman in Me,' with comedians and co-hosts of Celebrity Memoir Book Club, Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton. The memoir delves into various aspects of Britney's life, from her idyllic rise as a teen pop sensation to her struggles with custody battles and a restrictive conservatorship. The book sheds light on the family dynamics, including her father's alcoholism, and the detrimental impact of misogyny and the entertainment industry on Britney's life. It also exposes the horrors of her conservatorship, revealing the loss of personal agency and the role of structural oppression. Overall, the memoir provides a relatable and eye-opening glimpse into Britney's world, highlighting the need for empathy, reframing media consumption, and understanding the intersection of personal and systemic struggles.