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Vatican to Beatles: I Wanna Hold Your Hand
Last month, we reported that the Vatican jumped into the ever-controversial game of naming the Top-10 rock albums of all time. It was a list
They Came, They Saw, They Bought It All
I was born without a shopping gene. While my girlfriends drool over blouses in clothing stores, I get antsy and fight the urge to flee.
Anti-Tech … Me?
Lately, I’ve gotten some comments that my blogs are becoming pretty anti-technology—that I’m ready to blame all the evils of the world on our quickly
Movie Monday: Kick Something
We just knew a certain unmentionable film was going to rule the box office come Monday. We just assumed that Kick-A– and its band of
Psst. Wanna Know a Secret?
Tonight, the Peacock Network will air Secrets of the Mountain—maybe the safest and riskiest show we’ve seen in a while. Television programming doesn’t get much
Life Lessons from Middle-Earth
When I reflect on my nearly 20 years at Plugged In, one of my most memorable experiences has been interviewing the Lord of the Rings
Cat (Litter) Tales
Heard any of today’s “news of the weird” yet? Before I continue, I’ll let you get a cup of coffee. You might need it in
Masked Maroons
I wanted to be a superhero. No, really. When I was about 7, it was my career ambition. While other kids were playing baseball or
Movie Monday: Date Night
A couple of comedians trounced an army of gods and monsters to triumph at the box office this weekend. Date Night, starring Steve Carell and
The Lady and the T-Shirt
Kids getting sent home from school to change clothes is hardly a new thing. But it’s not every day—in fact I don’t think I’ve ever
About Us
Good media discernment is about guarding our eyes and hearts before we watch or listen. And it’s also about grappling with the entertainment we do see or hear. That’s why the Plugged In Blog is devoted to guarding, discussing and grappling. About Plugged In >>