Episodes

June 6, 2024

TV Review: Doctor Who

The good Doctor’s been flitting around time, space and the BBC since 1963. Now he’s also a fixture in the US, toting his curiously British brand of sci-fi in his highly mobile TARDIS. Just how safe is this contraption? Read t...
June 5, 2024

SiYP: Princess Peach Showtime

Hollywood starlets step aside. Princess Peach is ready for her closeup—and her game is ready to shine. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
June 4, 2024

Pop Culture Remix: Elf Dog and Owl Head

In M.T. Anderson’s Elf Dog and Owl Head, Clay’s life forever changes when he finds a magic dog in the forest. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
June 3, 2024

Movie Review: Unsung Hero

What does it take to persevere in faith and family when the bottom drops out? It takes leaning on each other—especially those closest to us. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us...
May 30, 2024

TV Review: Superbuns

Superbuns uses her powers of kindness to save the day. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 29, 2024

SiYP- No Phones at School

Have you heard that schools are banning phones for kids in class? Wanna hear about that and other techy trends? Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 28, 2024

Pop Culture Remix: Fog & Fireflies

After a wizard’s war scarred the world, only children can face off with an ever-encroaching, deadly fog. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 27, 2024

Movie Review: Arthur the King

While the redemptive messages in this feel-good story might get many a tail a-wagging, its profanity is worth a growl or two. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback ...
May 24, 2024

Movie Review: Sight

This Christian movie tells the story of famed eye doctor Ming Wang’s attempt to restore physical sight to a blind Indian girl … while moving toward spiritual sight himself. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any...
May 23, 2024

TV Review: Dead Boy Detectives

Dead Boy Detectives targets teens in style and story. But it comes with very adult, problematic content. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 21, 2024

SiYP: AI Influencers

Magazines and social media have caused a decline in self-esteem. But how will new AI “influencers” impact youth today? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 21, 2024

Pop Culture Remix: Pepper Grinder

The title may make you think of a well-seasoned cooking game, but Pepper Grinder cooks in its own 2-D platforming way. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 20, 2024

Movie Review: One Life

One Life tells a poignant story of one Englishman’s determination to save Czech refugee children from the Nazis on the eve of WWII. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your fee...
May 17, 2024

Movie Review: IF

If you’ve ever wondered what happens to children’s imaginary friends when they’re inevitably forgotten, IF answer that question in a sweet way. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give...
May 16, 2024

Movie Review: Ninjago: Dragons Rising

When the Sixteen Realms merge into one and the Ninja disappear, Arin will face many physical and spiritual threats alike. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 15, 2024

SiYP: Bad Science and Deep Fakes

How can you tell if all the facts you see on YouTube are real? Check out Plugged In’s reviews. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
May 14, 2024

Pop Culture Remix: Marques Brownlee

Marques Brownlee reviews emerging technology on his close-to-content-free channel. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback .
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...