Episodes
May 18, 2026
Culture Remix: Mumford & Sons-Prizefighter
Mumford & Sons’ long-wrought journey continues a commitment to vulnerability, encouraging listeners to explore their despair to eventually find hope. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 17, 2026
Movie Review: Avatar: Fire and Ash
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ feels much like what we’ve seen before, only more. But that more will leave family viewers feeling burned. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 14, 2026
Movie Review: Remarkably Bright Creatures
Netflix’s ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ has some lovely messages, but it blunders through a lot of foul language. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 13, 2026
TV Review: Sesame Street
The opening song asks how one might get to ‘Sesame Street,’ and we’ll help you decide whether or not you should go. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 12, 2026
SiYP- Deepfakes
Laws might make it harder for AI deepfakes to harm innocents, but we should still talk to our kids about potential dangers. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 11, 2026
Culture Remix: Koo Koo
"Koo Koo’ is a band that makes goofy music sure to get kids dancing—with a couple of minor concerns to think through. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 10, 2026
Movie Review: Solo Mio
‘Solo Mio’ keeps its heart warm and its nose (mostly) clean. And it reminds us that disappointment can lead to unexpected joy. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 7, 2026
Movie Review: The Sheep Detectives
‘The Sheep Detectives’ is funny and sweet, slapstick and tender, and a whole lot better than spending your evening scrolling through EweTube. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 6, 2026
TV Review: Virgin River
This show has become a sensation on Netflix—and it’s cleaner than some. But before you walk into this small town, know that not everything is fit for families. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 5, 2026
SiYP- AI Makes Us Socially Stupid
Sycophantic AI chatbots tend to validate bad behaviors. Read the full blog. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 4, 2026
Culture Remix: The Aftermyth
Penelope is perfectly prepared for her time at the myth- and magic-based Anaximander’s Academy. But sometimes plans don’t go to plan. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 3, 2026
Movie Review: GOAT
In ‘GOAT,’ a skinny goat gets a shot at the big leagues. He must build a winning team while trying to keep from being sat on—or eaten. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 30, 2026
Movie Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ isn’t as clever or biting as the original, and there’s some harsh language. But for mature viewers, it could be a nostalgic romp. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 29, 2026
TV Review: Young Sherlock
It may suffer from an identity crisis, but Young Sherlock is still much cleaner than other recent interpretations of the iconic detective. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 28, 2026
SiYP: Parents Model Digital Literacy
Parental controls can help curb screen time when kids are little, but new research says digital literacy is far more successful over their lifetimes. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 27, 2026
Culture Remix: Crimson Desert
This new adventure title feels familiar, strange, ambitious, grinding, beautiful, bloody and foul. All at the same time. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 26, 2026
Movie Review: A Dog's Way Home
The human-like doggy hero at this family film's core is easy to care about and root for. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 23, 2026
Movie Review: Michael
‘Michael’ covers Michael Jackson’s rise to superstardom with much more style than substance—and a few content issues, too. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 22, 2026
Tv Review: Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
‘Maul – Shadow Lord’ is darker than previous animated Star Wars fare. It’s still clean, but it may be best suited for older viewers. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 21, 2026
SiYP: Instagram Warns Parents
If a teenager repeatedly tries to search for terms related to suicide or self harm, Instagram will now notify parents. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 20, 2026
Culture Remix: BTS-Arirang
After a brief hiatus, BTS re-establishes their place in global pop music while doubling down on troublesome relationship habits. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 19, 2026
Movie Review: Puss in Boots
Is this Puss just a boot-marked Shrek prequel? Or is it a tabby of another color? Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 16, 2026
Movie Review: Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe
‘Panda Plan 2’ has a great message about family. But mystical elements, minor language and suggestive moments might give some families … paws. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 15, 2026
TV Review: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters
As you might expect, prepare to see some giant monsters wipe out some tiny humans. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.