Episodes
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, p...
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 listened...
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-daughte...
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 po...
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'v...
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 l...
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 abou...
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 listene...
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 your...
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-s...
July 22, 2022
Movie Review: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris
Looking for relief from the incessant bombast of actioners like Thor, Top Gun and Jurassic World? If so, you’ll be well served by this quiet, but quietly profound, story about a widow in post-war London who travels to Paris t...
July 21, 2022
TV Review: God’s Favorite Idiot
God finds the perfect guy to deliver his message of love to the world. But Netflix’s God is way different than the real one. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/gods-favorite-idiot/ If you've list...
July 20, 2022
The Screen in Your Pocket: How Screens Impact Kids’ Innate Desire to Socialize
How do screens effect your child’s ability to socialize? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/...
July 19, 2022
Game Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge
The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles title is a beat ‘em up love letter to the games of the ‘80s. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-shredders-revenge/ If you've li...
July 18, 2022
Movie Review: The Sea Beast
Monsters are made to be hunted…at least, that’s what the books say. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/sea-beast-2022/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: ...
July 15, 2022
Movie Review: The Legend of Hank
If you’re looking for an animated kids movie about cats and dogs and martial arts set in a feudal-Japanese setting, Paws of Fury might be the answer to you quest. Then again, the amount of kitty litter spilled in this movie’s...
July 13, 2022
The Screen In Your Pocket: Mario Strikers: Battle League
Mario is back with a lot of frenetic ball- (and character-) kicking action. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/mario-strikers-battle-league/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please gi...
July 12, 2022
YouTube Review: Defunctland
Defunctland provides detailed histories and information about closed theme park attractions. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/defunctland/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please...
July 11, 2022
Movie Review: The Bad Guys
If you’re painted as the villain your whole life, can you do anything but play the role? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/bad-guys-2022/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please giv...
July 8, 2022
Movie Review: Thor: Love and Thunder
Thor’s fourth solo outing packs plenty of romance and action into another heroic story. But families may find the violence, profanity, sensuality and spiritual themes here a lot less heroic. Read the Plugged In review: https:...
July 7, 2022
TV Review: Action Pack
This Netflix superhero show emphasizes teamwork and kindness over roundhouse punches and laser blasts. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/action-pack/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p...