Episodes

Sept. 22, 2020

Music Review: NEEDTOBREATHE

NEEDTOBREATHE’s newest asks that God let us see our world from a new point of view Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/needtobreathe-out-of-body If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 21, 2020

DVD/Streaming Review: First Cow

In the period-piece First Cow two men develop an unexpected friendship and start a baking business that depends on the theft of milk from a wealthy landowner’s prized cow. Will this pic be a joy to consume or a theft of your time? Plugged In will make sure you have all the info you need about this moovie. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/first-cow-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 18, 2020

Movie Review: The Broken Hearts Gallery

The Broken Hearts Gallery puts a fresh Gen Y twist on that old break-up romantic comedy formula. But will that new rom-com turn leave you wondering why? Look to the Plugged In review to make sure you’re not left with any date night heart burn. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/broken-hearts-gallery-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 17, 2020

TV Review: Star Trek: Lower Decks

This cartoon feels more like Futurama than classic Star Trek. And for families, that’s not necessarily a good thing. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/star-trek-lower-decks/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 16, 2020

Screen in Your Pocket: Headphones

How do you handle the isolation of headphones in your kid’s world? Tech Guide: https://pluggedin.focusonthefamily.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 15, 2020

Music Review: Lecrae, Restoration

Lecrae’s latest effort is full of grace, honesty and a powerful invitation to embrace the God who loves us. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/lecrae-restoration/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 14, 2020

DVD/Streaming Review: Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe

Candace and her siblings band together, serve justice to the alien invaders and save the world. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/phineas-and-ferb-the-movie-candace-against-the-universe-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 11, 2020

Movie: Mulan

The live action version of #Mulan on Disney+ tells the tale of the eldest daughter of an honored warrior who steps in to disguise herself as a boy and take the place of her ailing father. But will this version have all the family friendly charm of its animated original? Look to Plugged In to keep you posted on all the new sword-swinging, arrow-shooting details. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/mulan-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your fe...
Sept. 10, 2020

TV Review: Transformers: War For Cybertron

The Transformers franchise keep chugging along, but there’s some bumps in this particular installment. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/transformers-war-for-cybertron/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 9, 2020

Screen in Your Pocket: 3 Parental Controls That Aren’t Parental Controls

Need some help with your kid’s screens? Tech Guide: https://pluggedin.focusonthefamily.com/tech-guide/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 8, 2020

Music Review: Katy Perry

Perry’s latest has a lot to Smile about, but it’s not all smiles and rainbows. Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/smile/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 7, 2020

Movie Review: The One and Only Ivan

This lovely film’s minor blemishes don’t mar the positive, family-friendly lessons at the heart of this unfettered story Read the Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/one-and-only-ivan-2020/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Sept. 4, 2020

Movie Review: Tenet

In the new Christopher Nolan film #Tenet a CIA operative is recruited by a mysterious organization to participate in an assignment that unfolds beyond real time. Will you want to invest your family's next movie night in this potential blockbuster? Look to Plugged In to give you a review that’s both revealing and well worth your time.
Sept. 3, 2020

TV Review: Muppets Now

Like a closeup of the bags under Waldorf’s eyes, Disney+’s new take on the Muppets has some unsightly wrinkles.
Sept. 2, 2020

Screen in Your Pocket: Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout

Does this online battle royale contest solve the genre’s biggest problems?
Sept. 1, 2020

Music Review: Miley Cyrus: Midnight Sky

Miley’s single again. And, apparently, she’s loving living life on her terms … and loving whoever she wants to.
Aug. 31, 2020

Movie Review: The Sleepover

The Sleepover brims with violence and toilet humor that some parents will likely want to steer younger kiddos away from.
Aug. 28, 2020

Movie Review: Tulsa

The new Christian movie Tulsa, now playing in Regal theaters, is about a precocious 9-year-old foster child named after that Oklahoma city. He mom’s died, but Tulsa’s got picture of guy she thinks is her father. Working with a foster care rep, they find him.
Aug. 27, 2020

TV Review: Cleopatra in Space

This Peacock kids’ show isn’t exactly out of this world, but it contains a few simple lessons that shine.
Aug. 26, 2020

Screen in Your Pocket: Social Call

Ready for a new app that might even be a positive influence?
Aug. 25, 2020

Music Review: Darius Rucker: Beers and Sunshine

Former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker offers a mixed prescription for dealing with this moment’s anxieties.
Aug. 24, 2020

Movie Review: The High Note

Despite its feel-good messages about friendship and perseverance, The High Note still hits some low notes, too
Aug. 21, 2020

Words on Bathroom Walls

#WordsonBathroomWalls features a young guy diagnosed with a mental disease who hopes to follow his dreams, and maybe just find love, too. Will this be a romantic dream pic for movie night or something closer to a nightmare? Plugged In will make sure you know what sort of bathroom wall content this pic might contain.
Aug. 20, 2020

TV Review: Little Voice

This Apple TV+ original is sweet and celebrates the power of community. But it comes with some not-so-little problems.
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