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What Teens (and Kids) Want for Christmas
Kids and teens are getting Christmas gift ideas from TikTok and YouTube. But that comes with a number of problems for parents.
A Conversation with John Rhys-Davies
We’ve seen John-Rhys Davies as Sallah in ‘Indiana Jones’ and Gimli in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films. But we’ve heard his talent, too …
Movie Monday: ‘Red One’ Flies to Victory
Red One, wherein Santa Claus himself is kidnapped, went to the top of the box office, unwrapping $34 million worth of North American Christmas cheer.
On the Radar: Moldy Lunchly, Crashing Out and Tren
Check your Lunchly for mold before eating. Why Gen Z is “crashing out.” And what parents need to know about the steroid Tren.
Gambling for Children: The Problem with Loot Boxes
Gambling in the U.S. is regulated to adults. But one video game mechanic all but circumvents those rules, and it affects children the most.
Episode 260: When Should I Give My Kid a Cell Phone? Plus, ‘Bonhoeffer’
We offer some strong thoughts on when you should start considering a phone, as well as some pragmatic guidelines on keeping phone usage in check.
Building Faith Online: A Conversation with Redeemed Zoomer
Richard Ackerman didn’t start out as a Christian. In fact, the YouTuber best known as “Redeemed Zoomer” says that he was a “progressive, anti-religious person” when he was a teen. But then he went to a Christian music camp and everything changed.
Do AI Music Generators Hurt Kids’ Creativity?
AI music generators are exploding in popularity. Here’s how you can stay on top of your child’s AI use while fostering their creativity.
Movie Monday: ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ Keeps Twirling
It wasn’t a particularly exciting weekend at the box office. Venom: The Last Dance managed to keep its No. 1 spot. But the alien parasite
On the Radar: Addicted to TikTok in 35 Minutes, The Screen-Time/Anxiety Tipping Point, Oz Mulls
TikTok documents show addiction to its short-form videos takes a mere 35 minutes. A new study shows people who spend four or more hours on screens have a higher incidence rate for depression. Australia ponders a social media ban for sub-16s.
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