Episodes
Nov. 24, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Connection Before Correction
Have you ever considered that parental controls are only as good as the conversations that go along with them? Read the Plugged In guide: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pleas…
Nov. 23, 2021
Youtube Review: Like Nastya
7-year-old Nastya (along with her parents) creates videos where she plays, learns, sings, explores and shares her life experiences. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/like-nastya/ If you've…
Nov. 22, 2021
Movie Review: Clifford the Big Red Dog
A beloved children’s book cartoon character makes his jump to the big screen in "Clifford the Big Red Dog". Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/clifford-the-big-red-dog-2021/ If you've listene…
Nov. 19, 2021
Movie Review: Ghostbusters: Afterlife
The latest "Ghostbusters" sequel includes some surprisingly sweet family themes. But those redemptive moments are gift-wrapped into a paranormal tale filled with all kinds of problematic spiritual stuff. Read the Plugged In …
Nov. 18, 2021
TV Review: The Lost Symbol
The Da Vinci Code’s Robert Langdon is tracking down clues again, and bashing religion along the way. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/lost-symbol/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl…
Nov. 17, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Marvel’s Guardians of The Galaxy
The Guardians of the Galaxy have always been fun and messy. Fittingly, so is this game. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/marvels-guardians-of-the-galaxy/ If you've listened to any of our pod…
Nov. 16, 2021
Blog: Facebook is Not Our Friend
Guess what? Facebook isn’t as much of a friend as you thought. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/latest-bombshell-proves-that-social-media-is-not-our-friend/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, …
Nov. 15, 2021
Movie Review: Jungle Cruise
You could argue that the Jungle Cruise, the ride, is timeless. The movie? Not so much. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/jungle-cruise-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please…
Nov. 12, 2021
Movie Review: Home Sweet Home Alone
If you’ve been thinking it’s time for a "Home Alone" reboot, Hollywood’s one step ahead. And this relaunch of the now-familiar story of a boy left behind to ward off home invaders is both nicer and meaner than the original. …
Nov. 11, 2021
TV Review: Star Wars: Visions
What happens when Star Wars meets anime? "Star Wars: Visions" is the answer to that question. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-wars-visions/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, ple…
Nov. 9, 2021
Game Review: Floor Plan 2
Escape rooms and … Muppets? What kind of VR game is "Floor Plan 2"? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/floor-plan-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: ht…
Nov. 8, 2021
Movie Review: Respect
It’s a messy story, no doubt. But it’s done in service to a fascinating, and ultimately inspiring, tale. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/respect-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podc…
Nov. 5, 2021
Movie Review: Eternals
Marvel’s latest superhero flick, "Eternals", offers a sweeping, syncretistic creation story that’s full of bargain-bin gods but no divinity or transcendence. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-review…
Nov. 4, 2021
TV Review: Foundation
Apple TV+’s take on Isaac Asimov's classic sci-fi series takes some unwanted liberties with the source material. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/foundation/ If you've listened to any of our p…
Nov. 3, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Parental Screen Checkup
Is it time for Mom and Dad to consider how much time they’re spending on their screens? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/when-facebook-went-out-did-you/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p…
Nov. 2, 2021
Youtube Review: Smarter Every Day
While some videos will be way too advanced for little kids, many offer interesting, solid content for older explorers. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/smartereveryday/ If you've listened…
Nov. 1, 2021
Movie Review: Paw Patrol: The Movie
These animated pups are cute, courteous, and courageous—and so is this film. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/paw-patrol-the-movie-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please gi…
Oct. 29, 2021
Movie Review: Ron's Gone Wrong
In the animated movie "Ron’s Gone Wrong", middle schooler Barney Pudowksi’s new robot—whom he names Ron—goes a bit crazy. Hijinks ensue in a kids movie with lessons about technology and social media … and some toilet humor, …
Oct. 28, 2021
TV Review: The Wonder Years
This is truly a family show that feels both real and aspirational. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/wonder-years/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https…
Oct. 27, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Ring Light
Are you concerned about your kids’ desire to dive into the influencer realm? Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/entertainment-media-and-mental-health-the-influence-of-social-media/ If you've listened to…
Oct. 26, 2021
Book Review: Clever Cub Book Series
Clever Cub may be a shy little bear cub, but he’s bright and clever enough to listen to his mom’s stories. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/clever-cub-series/ If you've listened to any of ou…
Oct. 25, 2021
Movie Review: Free Guy
Free Guy’s world looks a lot like our own: both kinda fun and clearly fallen. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/free-guy-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your …
Oct. 22, 2021
Movie Review: Dune
Frank Herbert’s 1965 sci-fi classic returns to the big screen. This epic tale of brutal conflict, political machinations, religious prophecy and family loyalty features an all-star cast and a gripping—but often grim—story of…
Oct. 21, 2021
TV Review: Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series
The latest animated Pokémon series once again features Ash and Pikachu battling their nefarious nemeses in Team Rocket. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/pokemon-master-journeys-the-series/ If …