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Movie Monday: Latest Shazam Wins, But Far From Furious
Shazam didn’t pull in nearly as much as expected. And that seems to be a pattern with superhero flicks lately.

Tech Trends: TikTok Time Limits, the Social Media War on Drugs and a Dangerous Viral Drinking Trend
Learn about March 2023’s social media trends, a dangerous viral drinking technique and how drug dealers are reaching clients with QR codes.

The Plugged In Show, Episode 173: And the Oscar Goes To … (Plus Southern Gospel)
Did Everything Everywhere All at Once really deserve every Oscar? And what is Southern Gospel all about?

The TikTok Glamour Filter Isn’t So Pretty
TikTok filters can be fun. They can also be “horrific for young people.”

The Oscars’ Multilayered Emphasis on Family
This year was a nice, even poignant reminder that moms and dads matter, that all of us in those roles have the opportunity to shape the stories of our children—and maybe even some of the stories they eventually share.

Movie Monday: ‘Scream VI’ Makes Box Office Noise
Scream VI took the title during a crowded weekend at the multiplex. Three new wide-release films were vying for attention, challenging a couple of strong holdovers.

Five Christian YouTube Channels to Strengthen Different Aspects of Your Faith
YouTube offers videos for almost every taste—and some might even help bolster your own beliefs.

The 2023 Plugged In Movie Awards: And the Winners Are …
The votes are in! Check out this very special episode of The Plugged In Show to find out who won the Pluggys and who the audience picked, too.

The Plugged In Movie Awards: 2023
Here is where you can find all information related to the Plugged In Movie Awards. Tune in March 7 at 10 a.m.

Movie Monday: ‘Creed III’ Takes Box-Office Title
When Adonis Creed steps into the ring, we figure the boxer’s going to win. The question is how. When it comes to his namesake movie, the answer is simple: by knockout.
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