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Episode 238: ‘The Acolyte’ and the Theology of Star Wars. Plus, an Interview with Judas and John of ‘The Chosen’
On Episode 238, the Plugged In team talks about The Acolyte, and the broader spirituality within Star Wars. Then we interview cast members of The Chosen.
When AI Tries to Be Christian
What happens when an AI tries to be a Christian? And how should real Christians respond to all the AI hype?
Movie Monday: ‘Bad Boys’ Gets Good Start
Movie turnstiles have seen a few bad weeks. Leave it to a couple of Bad Boys to turn things around at bit.
On the Radar: Billie Eilish’s ‘Chihiro’, Calming Effects of VR and X’s X-rated Content
What do parents need to know about the trending Billie Eilish song? Some positive effects of VR usage. And X’s new NSFW policies.
Episode 237: Our Favorite Summer Blockbusters. Plus, Billie Eilish
What movies does Plugged In remember from yesteryear? And what’s up with Billie Eilish’s latest album, Hit Me Hard and Soft?
Movie Monday: ‘Garfield’ Is the Weekend’s Fat Cat
The Garfield Movie settled into the No. 1 slot in North America, gobbling up cash as if ticket sales were tubs of lasagna.
On the Radar: ‘Grid Zero,’ Instagram’s ‘Close Friends’ and YouTube’s ‘Playables’
What are “grid zero” and “close friends” on Instagram? And how will YouTube new “Playables” affect teen’s screen time?
Episode 236: What Parents Need to Know about OnlyFans. Plus, ‘IF’
LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 236 When I first heard about OnlyFans, I thought, “So, is this, like, a sports site or something?
Movie Tuesday: ‘Furiosa’ Tops ‘Garfield’
While Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga did ultimately top The Garfield Movie over the long Memorial Day weekend, Garfield held its own.
On the Radar: Tweens and Dating Apps, Teenage Caffeine Use, and the Cassette Tape Trend
Why are 11-year-olds on dating apps? How much caffeine is too much for teens? And why did my teen ask if I had a Walkman?
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