Episodes
Nov. 13, 2024
TV Review: The Irrational
The Irrational finds a behavioral scientist asking questions about memory and the human condition while investigating murders. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 12, 2024
SiYP: Banning Cellphones in School
Where do parents stand on school cell phone bans? Where should they stand? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 11, 2024
Culture Remix: Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Zelda takes the lead in the world-saving this go ‘round. And it makes for some nice, toy-like character play. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 10, 2024
Movie Review: Someone Like You
Karen Kingsbury’s bestselling novel weaves themes of love, faith and forgiveness into a story that’ll have you reaching for the tissues. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 7, 2024
Movie Review: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Barbara Robinson’s classic book, ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,’ lands on screen. And it’s pretty great. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 6, 2024
TV Review: Citadel: Diana
This Italian spinoff may be less flashy and salacious than its predecessor but look out for violence and moral ambiguity. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 5, 2024
SiYP: Brands Targeting Gen Z
Teens are turning to social media for their news and everything else. Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 4, 2024
Culture Remix: Skillet: Revolution
Skillet is closing in on three decades of pounding, prophetic rock reminders to trust Jesus, no matter what. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Nov. 3, 2024
Movie Review: You Gotta Believe
You Gotta Believe is an inspiring story about a little league team, but some foul language might prevent this from being a home run. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 31, 2024
Movie Review: Hitpig!
Toilet humor and slapstick violence might keep families from going whole hog on this animated pic. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 30, 2024
TV Review: Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
Lady Lara Croft isn’t exactly what you picture when you think of a rich, manor-living, British noble. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 29, 2024
SiYP: Cat Quest III
Cat Quest III isn’t purrfect. But there’s a lot of swashbuckling, cat-quippy fun to sink your claws into. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 28, 2024
Culture Remix: GLITCH
GLITCH tells free, unique animated stories on YouTube. Unfortunately, not all the content here is free of bugs. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 27, 2024
Movie Review: A Quiet Place: Day One
The third entry in the ‘Quiet Place’ franchise once again contrasts savage alien brutality with surprising human tenderness. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 24, 2024
Movie Review: Venom: The Last Dance
This film can be fun (and funny)—but any positives are stuck within a vulgar, violent narrative. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 23, 2024
Movie Review: Twilight of the Gods
Netflix’s Twilight of the Gods, created by Zack Snyder, isn’t something families will want to see. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 22, 2024
SiYP: Tablet Use Linked to Angry Outbursts
A new study by JAMA Pediatrics found that kids who use tablets frequently demonstrate a “higher number of expressions of anger and frustration.” But how much are parents to blame? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 21, 2024
Culture Remix: Dungeons of Hinterberg
Monsters, puzzles and casual chats make this water-colored dungeon-crawler a rare beast. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 20, 2024
Movie Review: Borderlands
Despite Cate Blanchett’s presence in this video game movie, its language and violence mean there are better ways to spend an afternoon. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 17, 2024
Movie Review: My Hero Academia: You’re Next
This feature film of the popular anime tells us it’s the heart that separates heroes from villains. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 16, 2024
TV: LEGO Pixar: BrickToons
LEGO Pixar: BrickToons is short and simple, telling quick stories contained within a variety of Pixar’s famous franchises. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 15, 2024
SiYP: ChatGPT in College
61% of college students surveyed said they use ChatGPT or other forms of AI, most of them using it a few times a week. Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 14, 2024
Culture Remix: The Mystery of Locked Rooms
Sarah and her friends love escape rooms. But now they must face their toughest challenge ever. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 13, 2024
Movie Review: Thelma
This pic has good actors and some winning ideas, but it lacks a bit of grandmother’s common sense. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.