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Kids’ Films Move to the Small Screen
More and more family-friendly films are skipping the theaters and going straight to streaming platforms, which could have a greater cost in the long run.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 131: I Kissed Disney+ Goodbye … Plus: ‘LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga’
Some families are ready to cut the Disney+ cord. In this episode of The Plugged In Show, we’ll talk about alternative entertainment providers who are delivering family- and faith-friendly content.
Think Movies Don’t Influence Us? Top Gun Would Beg to Differ.
The original Top Gun resulted in a 500% increase in Navy recruitment rates. And the military is hoping the sequel will do the same.
How TikTok Can Impact the TikToker
TikTok fame isn’t always gumdrops, sugarplums and m-m-m-m-m to the b.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 130: Adult Animated Shows & Your Family. (Plus, Top Gun: Maverick!)
A couple generations ago, cartoons were considered to be strictly for kids. These days … not so much.
Chipping Some Goodness Off the Old Entertainment Block
Disney counts on nostalgia-loving parents to flip on the new Rescue Rangers movie because of their love of the TV show.
When the Stream Runs Dry: Some Family-Friendly Alternatives to Major Streaming Services
Here are five Christian-based streaming services to lift you up when mainstream services, like Netflix and Disney+, get you down.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 129: Should We Cringe Over Binge-ing? (Plus Bridgerton!)
We know that bingeing on food or alcohol isn’t exactly good for you. Does binge-ng on entertainment come with some pitfalls, too?
Small Screen-Habit Changes Make a Big Difference
A study by the University of Bath shows that even relatively modest adjustments to screen time can yield big benefits.
Like and Subscribe: YouTube’s Growing Influence on Children
YouTube just might be the most influential form of media your children engage with. It’s up to parents to help them navigate it.
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