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Episode 267: A Conversation with Author Mandy Majors. Plus, the New Wallace & Gromit Movie
LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 267 It’s a scary time to be a parent. Social media and technology have radically changed the familial
Should Kids Use AI Video Generators?
AI video generators are becoming more accessible – for adults and kids. Should your child be exploring the realm of AI-generated video?
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.
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