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Movie Monday: ‘Sonic’ Booms at the Box Office
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 spent its second straight weekend at the top of the charts, zipping to an estimated $38 million in North America.
On the Radar: ‘Glickles,’ Anti-Aging Obsessed Teens and Illegal Social Media Stunts
Why are pickles suddenly sparkly? Why are tween girls using anti-aging products? How an influencer got arrested for a prank.
Pop Culture’s Top 10 Movers and Shakers (2024 Edition)
Yep, 2024 proves the old adage that the only constant in the world is change. And yet, the year came with plenty of constants, too …
Episode 266: A Look Back at 2024—the Good, the Bad and the Icky
What were your highlights for 2024? Lowlights? Happy to see the year in the rearview mirror, or do you wish it could go on and on?
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?
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