Episodes
Aug. 2, 2021
DVD/Streaming Review: The Last Champion
The first half feels like a slow-burn indie movie. The second half feels like "The Karate Kid," with wrestling replacing karate. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/last-champion-2020/ If you'v...
July 30, 2021
Movie Review: Jungle Cruise
The inspiration for "Jungle Cruise" isn't found in ancient legend or turn-of-the-century storybook, but rather a ride—the beloved Jungle Cruise ride found at most Disney parks. You could argue that the ride is timeless. The m...
July 29, 2021
TV Review: The Bureau of Magical Things
The Australian series provides a clean, family friendly alternative to other less innocuous fantasy worlds. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/bureau-of-magical-things/ If you've listened to any ...
July 28, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: If They've Already Got a Phone
What should you do if you gave your child a phone too early? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily...
July 27, 2021
Music Review: Twenty One Pilots, "Scaled and Icy"
Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/twenty-one-pilots-scaled-and-icy/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
July 26, 2021
Movie Review: A Quiet Place Part II
There's a lot here to appreciate if you're in the mood for a good scare at the movies. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/quiet-place-part-ii-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p...
July 23, 2021
DVD/Streaming Review: Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans
The town of Arcadia lies at the center of magical and mystical lines that makes it a nexus for many battles among otherworldly creatures including trolls, aliens, and wizards. Will this animated pic also be the nexus of movie...
July 22, 2021
TV Review: The Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement
The series name fits, given the number of sins we see on screen. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/seven-deadly-sins-dragons-judgement/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us ...
July 21, 2021
Game Review: Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!
When a game looks this sweet, can it hold anything bad? Ohhh yes! Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/doki-doki-literature-club-plus/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us yo...
July 20, 2021
Music Review: Walker Hayes, "Fancy Like"
This funny, relatable country-pop song is all about Walker Hayes and his easy-going wife, their chill date nights and romance. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/walker-hayes-fancy-like/ If yo...
July 19, 2021
Movie Review: Dream Horse
This inspiring true story shows us all what it’s like to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/dream-horse-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podc...
July 16, 2021
Movie Review: Space Jam: A New Legacy
In this sequel to 1996's live-action/animation mashup, LeBron James teams up with the Looney Tunes gang to save his son (and others) from an AI program run amock. Cue a lot of laughs, some profanity and a poignant message to ...
July 15, 2021
TV Review: The Mysterious Benedict Society
The popular children's series comes to life with themes of truth, empathy, and teamwork – as well as a few fear-inducing scenarios. Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/mysterious-benedict-society...
July 14, 2021
Game Review: Mario Golf: Super Rush
Is golf with Mario an exciting hole-in-one or a whole lotta yawns? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/mario-golf-super-rush/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedb...
July 13, 2021
Music Review: St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home"
Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, returns with an alt-rock effort that mixes redemptive themes with questionable conclusions in "Daddy’s Home." Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/st-vincent-daddys...
July 12, 2021
DVD/Streaming Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run
If families decide to dogpaddle into Bikini Bottom, they should be aware of some odd, tangled seaweed amid the colorful coral. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/spongebob-movie-sponge-on-the-...
July 9, 2021
Movie Review: Black Widow
If you’ve ever wondered while watching an "Avengers" movie, “How did Natasha Romanoff become the Black Widow,” well, this action-packed, at times surprisingly sweet origin story answers that question. Read the Plugged In revi...
July 8, 2021
TV Review: Danger Force
You’d think that Swellview would be … swell. And it can be. But this Nick show has its kryptonite weaknesses, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/danger-force/ If you've listened to any of ou...
July 7, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Internet Filter
Looking for ideas for an effective internet filter? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podc...
July 6, 2021
Music Review: Lorde, “Solar Power”
Lorde calls listeners to an innuendo-laden frolic in the sun. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/lorde-solar-power/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: htt...
July 5, 2021
Movie Review: Godzilla vs. King Kong
Kong and Godzilla don’t cuss or make a single inane choice. They just crush and smash things. Over and over and over. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/godzilla-vs-kong-2021/ If you've listen...
July 2, 2021
Movie Review: Boss Baby: Family Business
The Boss Baby franchise is back with another slapstick and toilet-humor fueled story about—what else—adults going undercover in baby bodies. If you saw 2017’s Boss Baby, you know exactly what to expect here. Read the plugged ...
July 1, 2021
TV Review: Loki
This show can be fun and surprisingly thoughtful. But like Loki himself, its story and themes shouldn’t go unchallenged. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/loki/ If you've listened to any of our ...
June 30, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Milestones
Ever wonder what might be important milestones for your kids and their screen use? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: ht...