Episodes
Dec. 29, 2021
Blog: Connected Disconnect
Smartphones have become a crutch… a connection that disconnects us from others. So what now? Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/latest-bombshell-proves-that-social-media-is-not-our-friend/ If you've lis…
Dec. 28, 2021
Book Review: The List of Unspeakable Things
A girl who’s afraid of nearly everything, finds herself on the same island as the notorious Typhoid Mary. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/list-of-unspeakable-fears/ If you've listened to an…
Dec. 24, 2021
Movie Review: Sing 2
Buster Moon and his singing animal friends return to take their shot at the big time. Lessons about friendship and determination abound, though a few songs here might raise parents’ eyebrows a bit. Read the Plugged In review…
Dec. 23, 2021
TV Review: Star Trek: Prodigy
Designed with kids in mind, this animated "Star Trek" show might have some parents over the moon. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-trek-prodigy/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts,…
Dec. 22, 2021
Youtube Review: Jules Leblanc
This fresh-faced teen influencer grew up onscreen. But Jules LeBlanc’s recent social media trajectory offers cause for concern. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/jules-leblanc/ If you've l…
Dec. 21, 2021
Movie Review: Christmas Candle
Based on the popular novel by Max Lucado, this film stands in sharp contrast to the shallow, Santa-saturated sentimentality that surrounds it. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/christmas-can…
Dec. 20, 2021
Movie Review: No Time to Die
"No Time to Die" reminds us that even a more heartfelt and earnest take on James Bond still comes with perils and pitfalls. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/no-time-to-die-2021/ If you've l…
Dec. 17, 2021
Movie Review: Spider-Man: No Way Home
When Peter Parker’s secret identity is leaked, it makes his life awfully difficult. But when he asks Doctor Strange to make everyone in the world forget who he is, things get even more complicated. Read the Plugged In review…
Dec. 16, 2021
TV Review: Maya and the Three
Underworld gods, violence and magic all make this creative cartoon feel dark and disturbing. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/maya-and-the-three/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, ple…
Dec. 15, 2021
Game Review: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
Are these Pokémon games OK for your kids? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/pokemon-brilliant-diamond-and-pokemon-shining-pearl/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your…
Dec. 14, 2021
Game Review: Nickelodeon All Star Brawl
You definitely can’t say that "Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl" is in a splash-n-bash league of its own. But there’s a lot here for platform fighter fans to dive into. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-re…
Dec. 13, 2021
Movie Review: The Mitchells vs The Machines
"The Mitchells vs. the Machines" is fun, sweet and smart. It strays just a bit—but for some, that’ll be enough to steer clear. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/mitchells-vs-the-machines-20…
Dec. 10, 2021
Movie Review: West Side Story
Director Steven Spielberg adored "West Side Story" as a child. Now, he’s remade the classic musical 60 years later—an effort that’s both true to the original, and which has a bit more content than the 1961 version. Read the …
Dec. 9, 2021
TV Review: 4400
Language and sexual content are, so far, surprisingly mild in this reboot of 4400. But this futuristic reboot comes with a past. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/4400-2/ If you've listened to …
Dec. 8, 2021
Blog: Adult Depression
Science has begun to show a link between social media and depression among adults. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/social-media-use-linked-to-depression-in-adults/ If you've listened to any of our po…
Dec. 7, 2021
Book Review: Wilderlore: The Accidental Apprentice
A young orphan accidentally bonds with a magical beast from a dreaded place called the Woods. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/wilderlore-the-accidental-apprentice/ If you've listened to any…
Dec. 6, 2021
Movie Review: Ron’s Gone Wrong
Ron’s Gone Wrong doesn’t quite know how to follow through on the wrongs it gets right. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/rons-gone-wrong/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please gi…
Dec. 3, 2021
Movie Review: Christmas With The Chosen: “The Messengers”
If you’re a fan of the crowdfunded series "The Chosen", this feature-length Christmas special—now in theaters via Fathom Events—may be one of the best gifts you’ll unwrap this year. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pl…
Dec. 2, 2021
TV Review: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Laura Numeroff’s beloved children’s book series graduates to the kid-friendly cartoon zone on Amazon Prime. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/if-you-give-a-mouse-a-cookie/ If you've listened to…
Dec. 1, 2021
Blog: Social Media and Eating Disorders
Social media can impact kids in a number of negative ways. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/whats-wrong-with-instagram-filters/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback:…
Nov. 30, 2021
Blog: Parenting Controls on Hulu
Read Plugged In’s guide to setting up Hulu’s parental controls. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/getting-started-with-parental-controls-hulu/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us …
Nov. 29, 2021
Movie Review: Shang-Chi and The Legend Of The Ten Rings
Families—even families already familiar with the MCU—still might want to pause before grabbing this ring. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/shang-chi-and-the-legend-of-the-ten-rings-2021/ If…
Nov. 26, 2021
Movie Review: Encanto
Disney’s latest animated musical revolves around an enchanted house and a family with magical abilities—except for a girl named Mirabel who doesn’t receive a magical talent. The result is a surprisingly resonant story about …
Nov. 25, 2021
TV Review: Aquaman King of Atlantis
In the new animated show "Aquaman: King of Atlantis", DC’s underwater icon has second thoughts claiming the throne. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/aquaman-king-of-atlantis/ If you've listene…