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Movie Monday: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Gets the Gold
Following success on Netflix, KPop Demon Hunters takes its demon-slaying story to the big screen—and wins big.

On the Radar: ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘Sunburn Tattoos’ and Instagram’s Friends Reel
What is the obsession with ‘KPop Demon Hunters?’ TikTok has brought back the harmful “sunburn tattoo.” Instagram’s latest features drive us further apart.

Is ‘Sketch’ Too Scary for Kids? Angel Exec Responds
I had a chance to talk with Jeffrey Harmon, Angel Studio’s chief content officer, about the film ‘Sketch,’ how they select movies and more…

Episode 300: So Long, and Thanks for All the Fun
In our sunset episode, the Plugged In team reflects on the past 300 episodes, offering advice to parents as we move into a YouTube space.

Movie Monday: ‘Weapons’ Horrifies Box Office
For the second week in a row, horror flick ‘Weapons’ maintains a healthy first place at the domestic box office.

On the Radar: Kratom Dangers, the ‘Daddy Prank’ and BookTok Romance Obsession
Drinks such as Feel Free contain the opioid-like drug kratom. Teens are cringing over the “Daddy Prank” on social media. And parents might be surprised by the romance novels peddled on BookTok.

Art, Anger and ‘Sketch’: How Kids Work Through Big Feelings
Angel Studios’ new movie, ‘Sketch,’ deals with some heavy but important themes. Christian counselor Jan Wilkenson talks to us about it.

Episode 299: Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers. Plus, ‘Truth Rising’ and the Power of Documentaries
In the penultimate episode of The Plugged In Show, we try to answer questions you’ve sent in over the years. Plus, bloopers.

Appstinence and the “Dumbphone” Trend
Gen Z grew up with smartphones. So how come they’re the generation tossing them in favor of simple alternatives?

Movie Monday: ‘Weapons’ Attacks the Box Office
‘Freakier Friday’ attacked the box office with nostalgic power, but it was no match for Warner Bros.’ new horror flick ‘Weapons.’
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