Episodes

April 5, 2021

DVD/Streaming Review: Resurrection

"Resurrection" packs a visual and narrative punch that few Easter Sunday readings can match. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/resurrection-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl...
April 2, 2021

Movie Review: Godzilla vs. Kong

If you're looking for subtle character development or unexpected plot twists, this isn't your movie. If you're looking for a giant lizard pounding a giant ape – just like the title tells us – this adrenalized sequel supersize...
April 1, 2021

TV Review: Resurrection

Everyone in Arcadia is seeing dead people these days – or people who used to be dead. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/resurrection/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us yo...
March 31, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok

Want some help with online social media sites like TikTok? 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.c...
March 30, 2021

Music Review: Nick Jonas, "Spaceman"

Nick Jonas wants to be optimistic about the future in his new hit, "Spaceman." But he also wonders if change is possible. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/nick-jonas-spaceman/ If you've list...
March 29, 2021

Movie Review: News of the World

"News of the World" speaks to the difficulties of relationship, of crossing cultural boundaries to truly meet people and earn their trust. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/news-of-the-world-...
March 26, 2021

Movie Review: Zach Snyder's Justice League

In 2017, Warner Bros.' PG-13 rated "Justice League" disappointed critics and fans. Zack Snyder's new four-hour recut of the film takes another swing at the story but loads it up with R-rated content. Read the Plugged In revie...
March 25, 2021

TV Review: Close Enough

When it comes to family viewing, this animated show doesn't come quite close enough. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/close-enough/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us you...
March 24, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: Maquette

"Maquette" is, without question, a very creative and at times very difficult, puzzle-focused game. Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/maquette/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pleas...
March 23, 2021

Music Review: Silk Sonic, "Leave the Door Open"

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak team up to create a seductive song that's all about one thing. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/silk-sonic-leave-the-door-open/ If you've listened to any of our...
March 22, 2021

Movie Review: Soul

"Soul" strives to help us remember that life itself is a blessing, even when it doesn't go as we planned. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/soul-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcast...
March 19, 2021

Movie Review: Yes Day

Jennifer Garner stars in this fun family comedy about a mom who decides to combat her kids' view of her as a dictator by giving them a day where the answer to every question is "yes." Read the Plugged In review: https://www.p...
March 18, 2021

TV Review: Debris

It's certainly not the worst show out there, but it does come with a little debris of its own. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/debris/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us...
March 17, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: Parental Controls

Are you looking for more parental controls? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/youtubes-introducing-parental-controls-what-will-they-look-like/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give u...
March 16, 2021

Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Hold On"

Justin Bieber's latest hit delivers a heartfelt and spiritually tinged word of encouragement to those who are struggling. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/justin-bieber-hold-on/ If you've li...
March 15, 2021

Movie Review: Moxie

Much like how Moxie the zine makes many mistakes in its protests, so does Moxie the film. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/moxie-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give ...
March 12, 2021

Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon

Disney's latest animated adventure introduces us to a spunky princess named Raya who teams up with a dragon to save her land from an old enemy in this delightful film about trust, courage and forgiveness. Read the Plugged In ...
March 11, 2021

TV Review: Superman & Lois

While Superman will always be there to save the world, he needs to be present for Lois and his sons now. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/superman-and-lois/ If you've listened to any of our pod...
March 10, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: The War on Roblox Porn

What should your family know about Roblox? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-war-on-roblox-porn/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily....
March 9, 2021

Movie Review: Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry

Fans have a front-row seat as Billie Eilish wrestles with her own struggles with depression and dark thoughts. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/billie-eilish-the-worlds-a-little-blurry-2021/...
March 8, 2021

Movie Review: All My Life

"All My Life," as a romance, may work for some. It could've been worse, but I left with little love for this love story. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/all-my-life-2020/ If you've listened...
March 5, 2021

Movie Review: Tom & Jerry

Tom the cat and Jerry the mouse are back for more hijinks and pratfalls in this animation-meets-live-action mash-up set in a swanky NYC hotel where mice are definitely not welcome. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.plug...
March 4, 2021

TV Review: Firefly Lane

Lifelong besties Tully and Kate met on Firefly Lane. But loyalty and nostalgia aren't the only things you'll see here. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/firefly-lane/ If you've listened to any o...
March 3, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: The Medium

This third-person, psychological horror game is packed to the brim with all things creepy and foul. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/medium/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please ...