Episodes

The Screen in Your Pocket: In the Car
April 14, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: In the Car

How do you compete with screen time in the car? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-coronavirus-screen-time-supernova/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https...
Music Review: Demi Lovato, “Dancing With the Devil … The Art of Starting Over”
April 13, 2021

Music Review: Demi Lovato, “Dancing With the Devil … The Art of Starting Over”

The core messages are of self-love, forgiveness, grace and healing, but there’s plenty you’ll want to watch out for. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/demi-lovato-dancing-with-the-devil-the-a...
Movie Review: Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon
April 12, 2021

Movie Review: Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon

There’s a bit of toilet humor and some silly stunts along the way. But the real story here is one of an unlikely friendship. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/shaun-the-sheep-movie-farmageddo...
Movie Review: The Girl Who Believes in Miracles
April 9, 2021

Movie Review: The Girl Who Believes in Miracles

In this bittersweet Christian film, a young girl's petitions lead to miraculous healings ... even as she herself grows mysteriously ill in this reflection on the mystery of answered and unanswered prayers. Read the Plugged In...
TV Review: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
April 8, 2021

TV Review: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" is less magical than "WandaVision," but more violent and vulgar. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/falcon-and-the-winter-soldier/ If you've listened to any of...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Through the Word
April 7, 2021

The Screen in Your Pocket: Through the Word

Are those Bible apps useful? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/tech-tuesday-how-do-online-bible-apps-impact-the-way-men-read-scripture/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your ...
Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Justice"
April 6, 2021

Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Justice"

Justin's latest album, "Justice," is a tender love letter to his wife ... albeit one with some harsh profanity and nods to marijuana use. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/justin-bieber-justi...
DVD/Streaming Review: Resurrection
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...
Movie Review: Godzilla vs. Kong
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...
TV Review: Resurrection
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...
The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok
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...
Music Review: Nick Jonas, "Spaceman"
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...
Movie Review: News of the World
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-...
Movie Review: Zach Snyder's Justice League
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...
TV Review: Close Enough
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...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Maquette
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...
Music Review: Silk Sonic, "Leave the Door Open"
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...
Movie Review: Soul
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...
Movie Review: Yes Day
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...
TV Review: Debris
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...
The Screen in Your Pocket: Parental Controls
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...
Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Hold On"
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...
Movie Review: Moxie
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 ...
Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon
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 ...