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On the Radar: Teens’ Views on Video Games, Social Media Impact on Streaming and Why Kids Reject Mom’s Advice
What do teens know about the negative effects of video games? Kids use social media to find new movies. And should you be worried if your child rejects your advice about school?

Just In Time for Father’s Day, Five Films with Less-Than-Perfect Dads
The fathers on this list aren’t perfect. They don’t always do the right thing. But even when father-child bonds are strained, there’s still often room for redemption.

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?
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