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Episode 252: Is It Harder to Be a Teen Today? Plus, ‘Transformers One’
Is it actually harder to be a teen today? Most parents say “yes.” Then, everything parents need to know about Transformers One.

The Emmys Remind Us That ‘Great TV’ Is Often Terrible for Families
The Emmys might not acknowledge it, but the small screen does harbor some pretty good shows that don’t necessarily pepper you with problems.

Parental Controls: Snapchat
60% of teens use Snapchat. Is your teen one of them? Then you might want to set up Snapchat’s parental controls.

Movie Monday: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Takes Second Win
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel 36 years in the making, topped the box office once again, earning $51.6 million stateside.

On the Radar: iPad Kids on X, Surgeon General Warning Label on Social Media and Social Platforms Teaming Up
Is your “iPad Kid” already using X? Attorneys general demand a warning label on social media. Meta is partnering to combat self-harm content.

Episode 251: God on the Gridiron. Plus, ‘God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust’
Why does it seem like faith and football are so intertwined? Plus, everything audiences need to know about God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust

8 Christian Football Players to Watch This NFL Season
Who are your favorite Christian NFL players, past or present? How have they inspired you to live out your faith in Christ?

Movie Monday: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Bests Box Office
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice coasted to a massive win this weekend, scaring up an estimated $110 million in North America.

On the Radar: The Book of Bill, ChatGPT Roast and Good Facial Harmony
What do parents need to know about the sold-out Book of Bill? Why are teens asking ChatGPT to roast them? What is “good facial harmony”?

Episode 250: Resetting Screentime for School. Plus, are Movies Like ‘Beetlejuice’ Bad?
How can parents curb summertime screentime now that school is back in session? And should families see films like Beetlejuice?
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