Episodes

Jan. 14, 2026

SiYP: Read to Your Kids

The rate at which parents read to their children is down more than ever. But parents who start will boost their child’s development. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us you...
Jan. 13, 2026

Culture Remix: Keeper

‘Keeper’ is a strange and surreal puzzle video game. But even doubters will likely say it’s a, uh, keeper. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Jan. 12, 2026

Movie Review: The Senior

Angel Studios’ The Senior recounts the true story of Mike Flynt, a 59-year-old guy who returned to college to finish his senior year … and play football. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Review...
Jan. 9, 2026

Movie Review: Greenland 2: Migration

This action-heavy disaster sequel is full of PG-13 violence and peril, along with some language. But a lot of humanity shines through, too. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give...
Jan. 8, 2026

TV Review: Bat-Fam

Bat-Fam is almost a dream come true for little superhero fans who may be too young for Batman’s live-action escapades. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Jan. 7, 2026

SiYP: Adults on Social Media

Recent reports suggest that the majority of adults are constantly on social media. Can parents even step back from social media use? Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us you...
Jan. 6, 2026

Culture Remix: Kendrick Lamar: GNX

For as much as he discusses evolution and change, Lamar remains tethered to his cycle of profanity-laced hate and anger. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Jan. 5, 2026

Movie Review: Tron: Ares

The latest installment in Disney’s long-running sci-fi adventure series is full of stylish action and relatively light on content bugs. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us ...
Jan. 5, 2026

Movie Review: Tron: Ares

The latest installment in Disney’s long-running sci-fi adventure series is full of stylish action and relatively light on content bugs. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us ...
Jan. 2, 2026

Movie Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

This zany adventure has some sweet messages, but also thinly veiled euphemisms, bare animated backsides and frequent toilet humor. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your ...
Jan. 1, 2026

TV Review: Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Animation

In Twisted-Wonderland on Disney+, Yu finds himself at a school of magic, governed by Disney villain-inspired houses. And he desperately wants to find his way back home. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Pl...
Dec. 31, 2025

SiYP: AI Toys

AI toys marketed for kids often aren’t safe for kids. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Dec. 30, 2025

Culture Remix: Pocket Bear

Zephyrina is a cat who cares for nobody but herself. Well, herself … and a little stuffed bear named Pocket. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Dec. 29, 2025

Movie Review: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ comes with content concerns aplenty, and it sure isn’t for kids. But its take on faith is worth discussing. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, ple...
Dec. 26, 2025

Movie Review: David

Angel Studios’ ‘David’ tells the story of King David’s rise to the throne—while omitting some violent moments and adding in musical numbers. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please giv...
Dec. 26, 2025

Movie Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

This zany adventure has some sweet messages, but also thinly veiled euphemisms, bare animated backsides and frequent toilet humor. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your ...
Dec. 25, 2025

TV Review: Bad Guys: Breaking In

The Bad Guys: Breaking In’ offers the franchise’s standard low-content fun, though it fails to deliver on its exploration of good morals. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give u...
Dec. 24, 2025

SiYP: AI Homeless Man Prank

Teens are using artificial intelligence—specifically Snapchat’s AI tools—to create images of a grimy man in their home. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Dec. 23, 2025

Culture Remix: Squared Media

Squared Media offers epic, movie-length Minecraft animations for lovers of the game—filled with fight scenes and blocky violence. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your f...
Dec. 22, 2025

Movie Review Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw

Disney+’s ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw’ has some issues, sure. But it earns merit badges for its messages. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Dec. 19, 2025

Movie Review: Avatar: Fire and Ash

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ feels much like what we’ve seen before, only more. But that more will leave family viewers feeling burned. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your f...
Dec. 18, 2025

Movie Review: Stranger Things

The newest season of Netflix’s Stranger Things continues to blend ’80s nostalgia with ever-darker spiritual content and horrific violence. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give ...
Dec. 16, 2025

Culture Remix: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ is a little bit of Zelda and a whole lot of dynamic, over-the-top battling. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
Dec. 15, 2025

Movie Review: Merv

‘Merv’ wants to be the rom-com version of a doggy treat. But, unfortunately, it comes off as a bit of a mutt Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.