Episodes

TV Review: StoryBots: Answer Time
Jan. 19, 2023

TV Review: StoryBots: Answer Time

The StoryBots are on the case to answer all the questions you might have about the world. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/storybots-answer-time/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, plea...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Marvel’s Midnight Suns
Jan. 18, 2023

The Screen in Your Pocket: Marvel’s Midnight Suns

There’s fun XCOM-like gameplay to be had. But you gotta be OK with Marvel’s demonic side. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/marvels-midnight-suns/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl...
Jan. 17, 2023

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Movie Review Dog Gone
Jan. 16, 2023

Movie Review Dog Gone

Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/dog-gone-2023/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listen...
Movie Review: A Man Called Otto
Jan. 13, 2023

Movie Review: A Man Called Otto

If you’ve ever idly wondered what Tom Hanks might be like playing an angry old man, A Man Called Otto answers that question. This PG-13 dramedy tells the story of a bitter, suicidal widower learning to hope again after his wi...
DVD Review: Frozen II
Jan. 12, 2023

DVD Review: Frozen II

Frozen II is not a slam-dunk, take-the-whole-fam movie for everyone. (PG)
TV: Review: Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids
Jan. 12, 2023

TV: Review: Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids

Minno’s Laugh and Grow Bible For Kids comes to life in this four-episode adaptation which tells of the birth of Jesus. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/minno-laugh-and-grow-bible-for-kids/ If y...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Hard of Hearing Generation
Jan. 11, 2023

The Screen in Your Pocket: Hard of Hearing Generation

Have you thought about what headphones and loud music may be doing to your kid’s hearing? Read the Plugged In review: https:// www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/if-you-read-this/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please...
Book Review: If You Read This
Jan. 10, 2023

Book Review: If You Read This

On her 12th birthday, Brie gets a box of letters and a secret quest that might change everything. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/if-you-read-this/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts,...
Movie Review: Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical
Jan. 9, 2023

Movie Review: Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical

Despite a couple of speedbumps, Matilda the Musical ultimately gives us a fable that illustrates some significant biblical truths. Read the Plugged In review: http:// www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/roald-dahls-matilda-the-mu...
Movie Review: M3GAN
Jan. 6, 2023

Movie Review: M3GAN

In this PG-13 sci-fi and horror thriller, a doll-like AI companion takes her directive to teach and protect a little girl a bit too seriously. The predictably bloody outcome is paired with some surprising cautionary messages ...
TV Review: Wednesday
Jan. 5, 2023

TV Review: Wednesday

Wednesday Addams has always been creepy and kooky. But a killer? In Netflix’s dark take on her, she’d sure like to be. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/wednesday/ If you've listened to any of o...
The Screen in Your Pocket: New Year’s Resolution
Jan. 4, 2023

The Screen in Your Pocket: New Year’s Resolution

Have you thought about what your New Year’s tech resolution should be? 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://focuson...
Game Review: Pokémon Violet and Scarlet
Jan. 3, 2023

Game Review: Pokémon Violet and Scarlet

This ninth-generation Pokémon game offers a true open-world environment—and it may leave players tickled pink. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/pokemon-scarlet-and-pokemon-violet/ If you've l...
Movie Review: Black Adam
Jan. 2, 2023

Movie Review: Black Adam

Despite Dwayne Johnson donning the cape, Black Adam is a confused, conflicted and ultimately disappointing movie. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/black-adam-2022/ If you've listened to any ...
Movie Review: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Dec. 30, 2022

Movie Review: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Actor Antonio Banderas reprises his vocal role as the famously suave, swashbuckling, Spanish-accented feline Puss in Boots in this rough-and-tumble story with some sweet lessons about contentment and some surprisingly scary m...
Movie Review: Women Talking
Dec. 30, 2022

Movie Review: Women Talking

"Women Talking" dramatizes the real-life story of Mennonite women living in community who discover that they’ve been drugged and assaulted by various men living there. This PG-13 movie tells a hard story, but one that could s...
TV Review: Dino Ranch
Dec. 29, 2022

TV Review: Dino Ranch

Dino Ranch’s strong lessons and positivity are nice to see. But we’ve got a bone to pick with a bit of its content. Read the Plugged In review: https:// www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts,...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Under the Tree
Dec. 28, 2022

The Screen in Your Pocket: Under the Tree

You had screens under the tree. Now what? 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/podcastsurvey/ ...
YouTube Review: Daily Disciple
Dec. 27, 2022

YouTube Review: Daily Disciple

Daily Disciple provides answers to the doubts and struggles that would prevent us from responding to the gospel. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/daily-disciple/ If you've listened to any ...
Movie Review: Strange World
Dec. 26, 2022

Movie Review: Strange World

Strange World is colorful and, at times, clever. But it’s very much a symbol and symptom of our own strange, fallen world. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/strange-world-2022/ If you've list...
TV Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Christmas Special
Dec. 22, 2022

TV Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Christmas Special

While this crew from the MCU doesn’t acknowledge the reason for the season, this sometimes crass special still has a lot of heart. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/the-guardians-of-the-galaxy-h...
The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok’s Toxic Diet Culture
Dec. 21, 2022

The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok’s Toxic Diet Culture

Have you heard about how social media is promoting a toxic diet culture? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/of-algorithms-eating-disorders-and-social-media/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p...
Book Review: The Christmas Pig
Dec. 20, 2022

Book Review: The Christmas Pig

Young Jack uses the magic of Christmas Eve to rescue a beloved stuffed toy he refuses to lose. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/christmas-pig/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pleas...