Episodes
Aug. 25, 2022
TV Review: Amber Brown
This coming-of-age story based on a children’s book series teaches kids about making friends, fitting in and navigating divorce. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/amber-brown/ If you've listene…
Aug. 24, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: Tom Holland and Social Media
Spider-Man actor Tom Holland took a break from social media for his mental health. And maybe we should, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/sometimes-even-spidey-needs-a-break/ If you've listened …
Aug. 23, 2022
Book Review: Out of My Heart
Twelve-year-old Melody pushes past her fears and physical limitations and sets off to camp. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/out-of-my-heart/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pleas…
Aug. 22, 2022
Movie Review: Jurassic World Dominion
Generations of Jurassic fans can once again watch their favorite Isla Nublar survivors try to avoid becoming a lizard’s lunch. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/jurassic-world-dominion-2022/…
Aug. 19, 2022
Movie Review: Secret Headquarters
Charlie’s workaholic dad is rarely around. Then the preteen learns why: Charlie’s father is secretly a superhero. But when that secret leaks to the bad guys, too, Charlie and some friends will have to defend his home’s “secr…
Aug. 18, 2022
TV Review: SkyMed
Intimacy, action and adrenaline are the name of the game in this formulaic medical-drama import from Canada. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/skymed/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts,…
Aug. 17, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: Facebook Is Becoming More Like TikTok
Facebook is pulling ideas from TikTok. Is that a good thing? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/how-tiktok-can-impact-the-tiktoker/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedb…
Aug. 16, 2022
Game Review: Escape Academy
For the most part, this lovable kinkajou and his fiery human helper make some really beautiful music. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/escape-academy/ If you've listened to any of our podcas…
Aug. 15, 2022
Movie Review: Vivo
For the most part, this lovable kinkajou and his fiery human helper make some really beautiful music. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/vivo-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, …
Aug. 12, 2022
Movie Review: Secret Headquarters
Violence in Secret Headquarters ranges from verging on slapstick to life threatening, though the worst will be no worse than the average Marvel movie. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/secre…
Aug. 11, 2022
TV Review: Sharkdog
It’s a shark-eat-dog world, which is why Max will need to learn how to be a responsible … sharkdog ... owner. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/sharkdog/ If you've listened to any of our podcas…
Aug. 10, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: 80’s Resurgence
Things of the 80’s are making a comeback in today’s shows. But is that a good thing? Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/culture-clips-the-upside-down-edition/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, …
Aug. 9, 2022
Book Review: Alias Anna: A True Story of Outwitting the Nazis
A young girl fights against the odds to keep her identity secret and survive World War II. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/alias-anna-a-true-story-of-outwitting-the-nazis/ If you've listene…
Aug. 8, 2022
Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
It doesn’t necessarily grab the gold ring, but you won’t feel like an egghead for seeing Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/sonic-the-hedgehog-2-2022/ If you've listened…
Aug. 5, 2022
Movie Review: Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters
Pure Flix’s first original film delivers a terrific story about a well-intentioned dad learning to love and learning to let go. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/strong-fathers-strong-daught…
Aug. 4, 2022
TV Review: Baymax
Through medical help, Baymax is once again saving the day—but the lovable robot won’t save you from Disney’s agenda. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/baymax/ If you've listened to any of our p…
Aug. 3, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: BeReal App
A photo-sharing social media app called BeReal has become a new obsession. What are your favorite apps? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give…
Aug. 2, 2022
YouTube Review: The Game/Film/Food Theorists
MatPat has a lot of theories to put forth—and it’s a fact that many of them will be inappropriate for younger audiences. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/game-film-food-theorists/ If you'…
Aug. 1, 2022
Movie Review: Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters
A dad has to figure out how to let go of his plans for his three daughters and trust God with their future. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/strong-fathers-strong-daughters-2022/ If you've …
July 29, 2022
Movie Review: DC League of Super-Pets
DC’s animated romp for kids featuring Superman’s dog, Krypto, should have been an easy win for families. Instead it has some surprising problems regarding sexuality and profanity that parents will definitely want to know abo…
July 28, 2022
Movie Review: Umbrella Academy
This problematic sci-fi show’s third season forces our protagonists to solve, once again, another world-ending scenario. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/the-umbrella-academy/ If you've listen…
July 27, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: Cuphead: The Last Delicious Course
It’s a tasty and colorful treat. But one not easily gobbled. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/cuphead-the-delicious-last-course/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us you…
July 26, 2022
Book Review: Hotel Magnifique
Two orphaned sisters join the staff of a magical hotel to escape their cheerless life, and then find themselves in much more danger. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/hotel-magnifique/ If you…
July 25, 2022
Movie Review: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
The movie’s makers seemed to be so preoccupied with how this movie looks that they lost sight of how it feels. And honestly, it feels … pretty grim. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/doctor-…