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.