Episodes

In the new movie A Quiet Place Part II, now in theaters, we return to a deadly, near-future version of Earth where spider-like aliens with extraordinary hearing stalk humanity’s scattered survivors. Make a sound—any sound at all all—and these multi-legged beasties arrive without fail … and fast. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/quiet-place-part-2-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcas...

DC and CW attempt to mash the vibe of Guardians of the Galaxy, Doctor Who and a zany fever dream into one cheap, strange package. Read the Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/legends-of-tomorrow/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

So, how do you ween kids away from that ever-present screen now that the lockdown is over? 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/

Rodrigo is pretty bitter, and she’s letting her ex-boyfriend know all about it. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/olivia-rodrigo-good-4-u/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

"The Father," of course, is a very sad movie, one that mercilessly marches through the realities of fading by inches. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/father-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/cruella-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.com/podcastsurvey/

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 you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 this PG-rated story. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/finding-you-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

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 our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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-levitating/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

"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 any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 ... the Water Man. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/water-man-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 In on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pluggedin/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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 romance revealed in the closing credits is something parents will want to take note of, too. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/mitchells-vs-the-machines-2021/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://...

"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: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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/