Episodes
May 28, 2021
Movie Review: Cruella
If you’ve ever watched Disney’s classic 101 Dalmatians and wondered, “I wonder how Cruella de Vil got so cruel?” this stylish-but-dark, live-action origin story will answer that question for you. Read the Plugged In review: h...
May 27, 2021
TV Review: Star Wars: The Bad Batch
Disney+’s latest "Star Wars" story picks up where "The Clone Wars" left off. Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-wars-the-bad-batch/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us...
May 26, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Tweens and Screens
So, what should you do about screens with your tweens? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-state-of-teens-tweens-and-screens/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback...
May 25, 2021
Music Review: J Cole, “My Life”
Rapper J Cole’s “My Life” is a mixed bag. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/j-cole-my-life/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.c...
May 24, 2021
Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon
Disney’s latest animated effort is a compelling, action-packed story and an allegory about how our brokenness separates us. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/raya-and-the-last-dragon-2021/ If...
May 21, 2021
Movie Review: Finding You
In this take on the standard-issue romcom formula, a budding young musician and a world-weary young celebrity find themselves—and each other—in a quaint Irish town. They also avoid some of the common pitfalls of the genre in ...
May 20, 2021
TV Review: Shadow and Bone
Netflix’s new YA fantasy series isn’t as explicit as Game of Thrones. But the show still earns its TV-MA rating. Read the Pugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/shadow-and-bone/ If you've listened to any of ou...
May 19, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Topical Memory System App
Ever heard of the Nav Press Topical Memory System App? There are some useful apps you should look into. Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/apps-that-might-actually-be-worthwhile-for-your-family/ If yo...
May 18, 2021
Music Review: Dua Lipa, "Levitating"
Lipa's latest song rising on the charts features a '70s vibe mixed with a message about physical desire and seeing life as an eternal dance floor. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/dua-lipa-l...
May 17, 2021
Movie Review: Minari
"Minari" is deeply rooted in the earth, a wellspring of both hope and pain, of boundless promise and terrifying disaster. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/minari-2021/ If you've listened to ...
May 14, 2021
Movie Review: The Water Man
In this family-focused movie, a young boy whose mother is dying of cancer hears an urban legend about a local man who allegedly beat death and lives in the woods. So he and a friend set off on a wilderness adventure to find ....
May 13, 2021
TV Review: Big Shot
While "Big Shot" hits a few three-pointers, it tosses up plenty of bricks, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/big-shot/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedbac...
May 12, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: Screens and Self-Esteem
Ever wondered how to help kids with their screens and self-esteem? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-74/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your fee...
May 11, 2021
Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Your Power"
Billie Eilish's latest takes stock of the deep emotional damage caused by a guy who took advantage of her as a teen. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/billie-eilish-your-power/ Visit Plugged ...
May 10, 2021
Movie Review: Land
A thoughtful cinematic journey of recovery for some, but a potentially dark road for others. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/land-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please giv...
May 7, 2021
DVD/Streaming Review: The Mitchells vs. the Machines
This animated comedy action flick from Netflix deals with a tech apocalypse and the unlikely "un-techy" family that now has to save the world. It delivers terrific messages about family and tech addiction. But a same-gender r...
May 6, 2021
TV Review: Rebel
"Rebel," the show – just like the character – comes with plenty of baggage. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/rebel/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http...
May 5, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket: "Critical Role" YouTube Channel
Ever heard of the "Critical Role" YouTube channel? Your kids probably have. What should you know? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/critical-role/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts...
May 4, 2021
Music Review: Tessa Violent, Loveleytheband, "Games"
Tessa Violent hands out tough lessons for an untrustworthy guy. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
May 3, 2021
DVD Review: Stowaway
If the screenwriters had throttled back, if they’d kept what you hear as clean as what you see, this Netflix film could’ve been PG. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/stowaway-2021/ If you've ...
April 30, 2021
Movie Review: Mortal Kombat
This ultraviolent video game and movie franchise has been raising parents’ blood pressure since 1992. Nothing’s changed on that score here, but a new generation of young, would-be fans might well be interested in this one des...
April 29, 2021
TV Review: Kung Fu
Some violence and Eastern spirituality blend with this story of a female warrior trying to do good. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/kung-fu/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please g...
April 28, 2021
The Screen in Your Pocket - The Bible Project
Want some info on uplifting YouTube videos with a biblical punch? Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/bible-project/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: h...
April 27, 2021
Music Review: Twenty One Pilots, "Shy Away"
Ordinarily, shedding one’s modesty isn’t a good thing. Then again, Twenty One Pilots is hardly an ordinary band. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/twenty-one-pilots-shy-away/ If you've listen...