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The Bible Goes to Hollywood: Seven Movies and Shows Based on Biblical Stories
Here’s a look at 7 movies and television shows based on the Bible. Plenty of your favorites are not included, but all of these are notable—for one reason or another.
Episode 240: The Dark Side of the Influencer World. Plus, a Conversation with Director Andrew Erwin
Plugged In unpacks an article detailing a mother and daughter’s journey to combat a disturbing influencer trend.
Identifying Dark Patterns and Protecting Your Kids Against Them
What are some examples of dark patterns? And how can parents protect their vulnerable kids from these money-grabbing schemes?
Movie Monday: ‘Inside Out 2’ Now the Year’s Biggest Film
Inside Out 2 just claimed the biggest debut since 2023’s Barbie en route to a no-doubt weekend win. But what would it do for an encore?
On the Radar: ‘Blue Light Stare’, ‘Hot Rodents’ and Proven Ways to Curb Screen Time
What are ‘hot rodents’ and the ‘blue light stare’? And which screen time curbing tactics have actually proven effective?
Warning: Social Media May Be Hazardous to Your Child’s Health, Says the Surgeon General
Will putting a digital “warning label” on social media “scare” kids and families away from using it?
Episode 239: A Look at ‘Inside Out 2.’ Plus Screens and Our Brains
First, we talk Inside Out 2. Then, Focus on the Family’s Dr. Daniel Huerta talks about how entertainment and technology impact our brains.
Parental Controls: TikTok
How to set up Family Pairing on your teenager’s TikTok account and create a “view-only” experience for your kids and tweens.
Mental Health Crisis? There’s an App for That
Researchers at Dartmouth College have been running clinical trials on an AI-powered therapeutic app. What families should expect.
Movie Monday: ‘Inside Out 2’ Soars to Win
Inside Out 2 earned $155 million in North America–the biggest opening of any film this year.
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