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Ep. 281 - I've Had it Podcast: Review

January 15, 20262 min read
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Welcome back, Culture Changers! In this episode, I’m breaking down the runaway hit, "I've Had It" podcast, as part of a new series, Pod Phenom Playbook where I break down some of the top podcasts. If you’ve ever wondered why certain podcasts blow up and become cultural juggernauts seemingly overnight, this episode digs into the structure, psychology, and stickiness that make a show impossible to ignore.

I break down how best friends Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan catapulted "I've Had It" to the top 0.01% of global podcasts with their unfiltered, outrageously funny, and profoundly political take on modern grievances. This review explains how their bold, often shocking language, political savvy, and unique in-group vernacular have created a loyal, outspoken fanbase. You’ll learn about their meteoric rise, why their unapologetic progressive stance and visceral humor resonate in today’s media landscape, and how their approach can empower everyday listeners to find their own voice and point of view.

We discuss:

  • Podcast Growth and Virality Factors

  • Structure and Psychology of Popular Podcasts

  • Outrage, Humor, and Political Commentary

  • Point of View vs. Playing It Safe

  • In-group Language and Stickiness

  • Profanity, Nicknames, and Emotional Release

  • Empowerment Through Honest Cultural Analysis

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 Pod Phenom Playbook

  • 06:45 Creating In-Group Language

  • 08:37 Podcast Blending Politics and Community

  • 11:40 Nicknames, Insults, and Impact

  • 15:04 Media Overload and Frustration

  • 19:34 Protesting and the 3.5% Rule

  • 22:27 Understanding Divided Perspectives

  • 24:34 The Power of Perspective

  • 28:17 Breaking Status Quo Together

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Allison Hare is the former sales executive turned lifestyle entrepreneur. She’s the host of the award-winning, top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, Late Learner and a personal coach for professional mothers and a keynote speaker.

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