Episodes
May 13, 2024
Movie Review: Dune: Part Two
Dune: Part Two is a stunning spectacle, and better than its predecessor. But it hides problems underneath its cinematic sands. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback...
May 10, 2024
Movie Review: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
The fourth film in the latest reboot of this franchise delivers exactly what you’d expect with regard to its story and violence. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedba...
May 9, 2024
Movie Review: The Really Loud House
The Really Loud House takes all the positives and negatives of its predecessor and turns them live action. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 8, 2024
SiYP: Four States Regulate Social Media
More and more states are opting to regulate social media for younger users. Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 7, 2024
Pop Culture Remix: The Tortured Poets Department
Between Eras Tour stops and her romance with Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift found time to write 31 songs of tragedy and angst. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 6, 2024
Movie Review: Madame Web
A new character steps into the Spider-Verse. But this pic has some sticky bits that could make your parent-sense tingle. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 3, 2024
Movie Review: The Fall guy
The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is light. It’s fun. It’s clever. It’s a nod to the ‘80s. And … it’s got some problems.. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us...
May 2, 2024
TV Review: Dora
Say hola once again to the iconic explorer in this faithful reboot of the children’s series. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 1, 2024
SiYP: 72% of Teens Are Kinda Happy When They Set Down Their Screen
72% of teens are kinda happy when they set down their screens. Want to know more? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 30, 2024
Culture Remix: Snufkin: Melody Of Moominvalley
Between its ‘40s art style and its sweet platforming puzzles, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is as cozy and inviting as it gets. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedb...
April 29, 2024
Movie Review: Mean Girls
Much like the original, Mean Girls can be quite crass, there’s a lot of foul language, and it hyper-sexualizes teenage girls. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback ...
April 26, 2024
Movie Review: Unsung Hero
If you’re looking for an inspiring, redemptive PG movie about a family overcoming every obstacle thrown in its way, Unsung Hero—which tells the “origin story” of Rebecca St. James and the Smallbone family—is the one you’re lo...
April 25, 2024
TV Review: Bluey
Other than an occasional eyeroll or some mild toilet humor, Bluey is light and clean. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 24, 2024
SiYP- 40 Percent of Teens Want to Cut Back on Their Screen Time
About 40% of teens worry that they should probably cut back on their social media time. Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 23, 2024
Pop Culture Remix: Nothing Else But Miracles
Dory and her brothers must fend for themselves while their father is away at war. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 22, 2024
Movie Review: Ordinary Angels
Anchored by two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank, Ordinary Angels gives us an extraordinary, well-crafted story. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 19, 2024
Movie Review: Irena’s Vow
Irena’s Vow earns an R-rating for one brutally violent scene. The rest of this inspiring true story showcases a young Polish woman’s audacious plan to rescue Jews from the Nazis during World War II. Read the Plugged In Review...
April 18, 2024
TV Review: 3 Body Problem
3 Body Problem is an intriguing entry into the sci-fi genre. But its own problems push it out of bounds for most families. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 17, 2024
The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media is Being Sued
States are beginning to sue social media giants on behalf of kids and their mental health. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 16, 2024
Pop Culture Remix: The Spiffing Brit
Where there’s a game, there’s a man who can break it. The Spiffing Brit is that man. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 15, 2024
Movie Review: Night Swim
What begins as an intriguingly creepy premise ends as a waterlogged drain plug in need of rewrites. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 12, 2024
Movie Review: The Greatest Hits
While it has a compelling spin and some nice messages, this movie won’t be music to most families’ collective ears. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 11, 2024
TV Review: The Baxters
Karen Kingsbury’s Baxters series hits Amazon’s Prime Video—and for fans of the series, it hits home. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
April 10, 2024
The Screen in Your Pocket: Video Gaming Benefits
Are there actually benefits to playing video games? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .