Episodes

This sequel to the macabre 1988 original, like its namesake demon, can be deceptively, and seriously, problematic. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

This 1981 Time Bandits adaptation comes with some story changes, new locations—and a couple issues, too. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Why are teens “pebbling”? How can parents respond to digital self-harm? And why are “septum arms” trending? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Cartoony characters and comedy patter make this indie game unique. But innocent-looking things aren’t always meant for kids. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Garfield Movie is a fun, new take on the orange tabby, but one with a few subtle nods to the progressive social mores of our day. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The new biopic Reagan unpacks the life of our 40th president—his marriage, acting career, political achievements, and quiet-but-firm faith. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Tater’s house is full of all 12 of her cousins. Meanwhile, Disney’s Primos is full of slapstick humor, slightly sassy kids and sweet messages about family. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Patient Star Wars fans can get in on free team-based shooter play with Hunters. Those less patient, will need their wallets. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ms. Rachel aims to teach and entertain your children, often through singing songs. There’s just one discordant note of which to be mindful. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 feedback.

The Forge is probably the Kendrick brothers’ most complete and polished work. And it’s a clarion call for Christians to go deeper. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There’s a reason why bad guys are so terrified of Batman—and it’s not because he treats them to tea and gives them a stern talking to. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Is it possible that Gen Z is using Netflix almost as much as TikTok? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

His real name is Grrowlo-Ruff-Ruff. But the naked-monkey-thing that he lives with calls him No Sam! Who can figure? Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Director John Krasinski’s follows a grieving tween named Bea who discovers the world is full of cast-off imaginary friends. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

This sweet and simple film celebrates the wonder of God’s creation, friendship and kindness—the sort of stuff that makes a broken world better. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Me explores one boy’s coming-of-age story as he grapples with both middle school and his newfound shapeshifting ability. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Warning: Social Media May Be Hazardous to Your Child’s Health, Says the Surgeon General Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Goat Simulator 3 is chaotic and bizarre, to be sure. But the silliness can also bite you when you’re not looking. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

While Monster High 2 doesn’t come at viewers with its claws out, it does present some problematic issues in its worldview. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

This examination of domestic abuse is incredibly heavy and contains a lot of sensual content. Moviegoers who might have thought this film was a light romcom should beware: It is anything but. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There’s a first time for everything, but the Wonderoos show you what to do when you encounter something new. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Researchers at Dartmouth College have been running clinical trials on an AI-powered therapeutic app. What families should expect. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

YouTube channel DEATH BATTLE! pits fan-favorite characters in fights to the death. As you might expect, these battles can quickly grow graphic. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.