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The Muppet Christmas Carol – Plugged In Rewind
Every so often, Plugged In likes to look back on films of yesteryear to evaluate what those films mean today. This time: The Muppet Christmas Carol.

Movie Monday: ‘Sonic 3’ Speeds Past ‘Mufasa’
In a clash of kid-centric family films, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 sprinted past Mufasa: The Lion King and coasted to a surprisingly easy victory.

On the Radar: Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year, Protein Powder Obsessions and Social Media Holiday Scams
The dictionaries have all released their Words of the Year. Should teenagers even be using protein powders? What scams should families look out for this holiday season?

Best TV Shows of 2024: Plugged In’s Year-End Picks
Check out which TV shows claimed our top spots for 2024. And don’t worry, shows for kids and adults alike were considered.

Episode 265: What Makes a Christmas Movie a Good Movie? Plus, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’
Have you ever thought about why you love certain Christmas movies more than others? Plus, everything you need to know about Mufasa.

Should Kids Use AI Text Generators?
AI text generators a powerful tools with a lot of potential – both good and bad. So, should your kids be using text generators like ChatGPT?

What Apple Intelligence Is … and Isn’t
Apple Intelligence certainly takes iPhone and Siri capabilities to new levels. But it’s not necessarily worth the hype.

Movie Monday: A Three-peat for ‘Moana 2’
A Marvel antihero and the riders of Rohan charged into theaters, angling to toss Moana off her movie throne. But Disney’s Polynesian princess still reigns supreme.

On the Radar: Top Social Media Apps Among Teens, Evangelical Social Media Use and the Superman Challenge
YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat are the top social media apps among teens. Christian parents aren’t setting a good example for social media use. And kids should steer clear of the trending “Superman challenge.”

Best YouTubers of 2024: Plugged In’s Year-End Picks
This year had some fierce competition. Come on in and check out 2024’s Plugged In Picks for YouTube channels.
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