Episodes

The latest "Ghostbusters" sequel includes some surprisingly sweet family themes. But those redemptive moments are gift-wrapped into a paranormal tale filled with all kinds of problematic spiritual stuff. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/ghostbusters-afterlife-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The Da Vinci Code’s Robert Langdon is tracking down clues again, and bashing religion along the way. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/lost-symbol/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The Guardians of the Galaxy have always been fun and messy. Fittingly, so is this game. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/marvels-guardians-of-the-galaxy/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Guess what? Facebook isn’t as much of a friend as you thought. Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/latest-bombshell-proves-that-social-media-is-not-our-friend/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

You could argue that the Jungle Cruise, the ride, is timeless. The movie? Not so much. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/jungle-cruise-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If you’ve been thinking it’s time for a "Home Alone" reboot, Hollywood’s one step ahead. And this relaunch of the now-familiar story of a boy left behind to ward off home invaders is both nicer and meaner than the original. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/home-sweet-home-alone-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

What happens when Star Wars meets anime? "Star Wars: Visions" is the answer to that question. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-wars-visions/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Escape rooms and … Muppets? What kind of VR game is "Floor Plan 2"? Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/floor-plan-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It’s a messy story, no doubt. But it’s done in service to a fascinating, and ultimately inspiring, tale. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/respect-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Marvel’s latest superhero flick, "Eternals", offers a sweeping, syncretistic creation story that’s full of bargain-bin gods but no divinity or transcendence. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/eternals-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Apple TV+’s take on Isaac Asimov's classic sci-fi series takes some unwanted liberties with the source material. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/foundation/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Is it time for Mom and Dad to consider how much time they’re spending on their screens? Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/when-facebook-went-out-did-you/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

While some videos will be way too advanced for little kids, many offer interesting, solid content for older explorers. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/youtube-reviews/smartereveryday/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

These animated pups are cute, courteous, and courageous—and so is this film. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/paw-patrol-the-movie-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

In the animated movie "Ron’s Gone Wrong", middle schooler Barney Pudowksi’s new robot—whom he names Ron—goes a bit crazy. Hijinks ensue in a kids movie with lessons about technology and social media … and some toilet humor, of course. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/rons-gone-wrong/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

This is truly a family show that feels both real and aspirational. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/wonder-years/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Are you concerned about your kids’ desire to dive into the influencer realm? Read the Plugged In blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/entertainment-media-and-mental-health-the-influence-of-social-media/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Clever Cub may be a shy little bear cub, but he’s bright and clever enough to listen to his mom’s stories. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/clever-cub-series/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Free Guy’s world looks a lot like our own: both kinda fun and clearly fallen. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/free-guy-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Frank Herbert’s 1965 sci-fi classic returns to the big screen. This epic tale of brutal conflict, political machinations, religious prophecy and family loyalty features an all-star cast and a gripping—but often grim—story of good vs. evil. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/dune-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The latest animated Pokémon series once again features Ash and Pikachu battling their nefarious nemeses in Team Rocket. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/pokemon-master-journeys-the-series/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Are you concerned that every teen gift idea seems to only encourage more screen time? 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/podcastsurvey/

Olivia and her older sister Ruth are taking a cross-country road trip that Olivia desperately wants to make fun. She'd do anything to get her depressed sis to smile and laugh like they used to. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/breathing-underwater-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

"Snake Eyes" knows what its audience wants: action, action, action. And that's just what it delivers – in scores of body bags. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/snake-eyes-g-i-joe-origins-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/