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Episode 230: Let’s Talk About Technology! Plus, a Conversation with For King & Country
In this episode, we try to offer some pragmatic help to moms and dads looking to tame their family’s technology habits.
How An AI-Edited Film Speaks to a Bigger Concern
Imagine this scenario: you’re a movie producer, hoping to get your film into the hands of as many people as possible. But when the MPA
Movie Monday: ‘Civil War’ Wins Box-Office Battle
It wasn’t exactly a rout. But newcomer Civil War did claim the theatrical high ground and plant its flag on the box-office hilltop this weekend.
On the Radar: The Correlation Between Sleep and Exercise, Meta Responds to Sextortionists, and What Is ‘Oatzempic’?
Screens aren’t the only thing preventing your teen from getting a good night’s sleep. Plus, Meta is finally responding to sextortion on its platforms, and “oatzempic” is trending on TikTok.
Episode 229: Why Popular YouTubers Are Retiring. Plus, ‘Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth’
LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 229 For a lot of folks, becoming a YouTube celebrity is something of a dream. Funny thing, though:
Kids Just Wanna … Turn Off?
About 40% of teens worry that they should probably cut back on their social media time.
Movie Monday: ‘Godzilla x Kong’ Has Another Monster Weekend
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire climbed to the top of the box office for the second straight weekend, bashing and smashing its way to another $31.7 million in North America.
On the Radar: Gamer’s Neck, Fitfluencers and Delta-8
What is “nerd neck” and how do you fix it? Are “fitfluencers” a bad influence? Why are teenagers using delta-8 THC?
Episode 228: How Different Entertainment Forms Influence Us. Plus, a Conversation With Rebecca St. James
This week on the Plugged In Show, we look at how different types of entertainment affect us, plus talk with Rebecca St. James.
Movie Monday: ‘Godzilla x Kong’ Is a Box-Office Beast
Godzilla and Kong team up to shred cityscapes and the weekend box office as well, exceeding industry expectations.
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