Episodes
June 17, 2022
Movie Review: Lightyear
He's not a toy this time. No, he's an actual Space Ranger, dealing with aggressive plants, time travel and his own ego. And while this movie has some nice messages, not all its buzz is good. Read the Plugged In review: https…
June 16, 2022
TV Review: Stranger Things
The fourth season of Netflix’s Stranger Things continues to blend nostalgia with ever-darker spiritual content and horrific violence. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/stranger-things/ If you'v…
June 15, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: Kids and Their Screen Time
A study by the University of Bath shows that even relatively modest adjustments to screen time can yield big benefits. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/small-screen-habit-changes-make-a-big-difference…
June 13, 2022
Movie Review: Morbius
"Morbius" is less Marvel mega and more messy meh. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/morbius-2022/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthef…
June 10, 2022
Movie Review: Jurassic World: Dominion
You want rampaging dinosaurs? You want everyone who’s ever been in a Jurassic Park/World movie? The finale of the second Jurassic trilogy delivers … along with a high body count, a lot of profanity. Read the Plugged In revie…
June 9, 2022
TV Review: Obi-Wan Kenobi
The latest Disney+ Star Wars show offers an engaging, if not engrossing tale that keeps its lightsaber pretty clean. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/obi-wan-kenobi/ If you've listened to any …
June 8, 2022
Game Review: Soundfall
Can toe-tapping and baddie-blasting possibly work together? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/soundfall/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focus…
June 7, 2022
YouTube Review: Overly Sarcastic Productions
Famous bits of history and literature—all animated down into bite-sized chunks! Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/overly-sarcastic-productions/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p…
June 6, 2022
Movie Review: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
The third theatrical entry in this Harry Potter spinoff franchise is full of heroism and sacrifice … and some big problems, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/fantastic-beasts-the-secret…
June 3, 2022
Movie Review: The Bob's Burgers Movie
After 12 successful seasons on Fox, Bob’s Burgers graduates to the big screen. Fans of the franchise won’t be surprised to find that the movie version is a lot like the TV show: often sweet but occasionally pretty sour, too.…
June 2, 2022
TV Review: Spy X Family
In order to infiltrate a highly prestigious elementary school, top spy Twilight will have to master a new set of skills—being a good dad. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/spy-x-family/ If you'…
June 1, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: How TikTok Impacts the TikToker
TikTok fame isn’t always gumdrops, sugarplums and m-m-m-m-m to the b. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/how-tiktok-can-impact-the-tiktoker/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us you…
May 31, 2022
Book Review: Gallant
A young girl follows rambling journal entries to find a place called Gallant. The home she never knew. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/gallant/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl…
May 30, 2022
Movie Review: Chip & Dale: Rescue Rangers
Curiously clever and deceptively smart, Chip ‘n Dale’s newest film is a good nut. But it still has some problems that might be hard to crack. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/chip-n-dale-re…
May 27, 2022
Movie Review: Top Gun Maverick
Tom Cruise reprises one of his most iconic roles, 36 years after the original. Not much has changed, save a few more lines on his face. But the megawatt smile and Mach-speed aerial exploits are exactly what you’d expect … wi…
May 26, 2022
TV Review: Strange New Worlds
Captain Pike finally gets his time in the Star Trek spotlight, but his story is one filled with tragedy and foreboding. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-trek-strange-new-worlds/ If you've…
May 25, 2022
Game Review: LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
This new LEGO adventure snaps together loads of action and fun. Oh, and Jar Jar Binks, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/lego-star-wars-the-skywalker-saga/ If you've listened to any of o…
May 24, 2022
Book Review: A Bird Will Soar
Eagles usually care more for their nests than their young. Axel wonders if his dad is the same way. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/bird-will-soar/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts…
May 23, 2022
Movie Review: The Batman
It’s as grim as you might expect, with a horror movie vibe and a foul mouth. But this Batman film still manages to save the day. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/batman-2022/ If you've list…
May 20, 2022
Movie Review: Downton Abbey: A New Era
Downton Abbey seems as stately as ever. But the aging estate needs expensive repairs. And that prompts its residents to consider some surprising ways to finance its refurbishment, like filming a Hollywood movie there. Cue th…
May 19, 2022
Tv Review: Dodo
Joe’s ready for his first day of secondary school; Little does he know just what problems his new school will bring. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/dodo/ If you've listened to any of our pod…
May 18, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: Talking About Phone Location Sharing
Have you talked to your kids about location sharing on their phone? Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthef…
May 17, 2022
YouTube Review: How it Should Have Ended
When the movie ending doesn’t make sense, "How It Should Have Ended" fixes it for you. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/how-it-should-have-ended/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts…
May 16, 2022
Movie Review: Belle
It’s not a kids’ movie. But for teens and up this is an easily recommended visual treat. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/belle-2022/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give …