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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.’
On the Radar: ChatGPT Dangerous for Teens, Teen Suicide Dropping and the Door-Kick Challenge
ChatGPT is still offering dangerous advice to vulnerable adolescents. Suicidal thoughts and attempts are dropping among teens. The “Door-Kick Challenge” could result in a deadly altercation.
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Is Surprisingly Pro-Life
In ‘The Fantastic Four,’ even with the fate of the world weighing down the other end of the scales, Sue Storm chooses life for her baby.
Episode 298: Great Bible-Based Entertainment for Your Kids. Plus, ‘Sketch’
We’ll talk about some entertainment options that might spark a Christian conversation. Then, we’ll talk about the new movie Sketch.
Movie Monday: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Torches Box Office Despite Drop
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ continues its box office domination by stretching its profits into a second weekend.
On the Radar: ‘Chat,’ ‘Clock It’ and Digital Body-Shaming
Why are kids calling each other “Chat?” What does “clock it” mean? And a new study shows how deeply teen girls are affected by digital body-shaming.
Parental Controls: YouTube
YouTube, YouTube Kids, YouTube Music and … supervised accounts? Plugged In covers it all in this tutorial about parental controls.
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