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Episode 284: Thunderbolts and What Makes a Hero. Plus, the Rise of AI Agents01 May 202500:45:36

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is back with its new blockbuster Thunderbolts. The Plugged In team discusses the latest installment of superhero movies as well as the qualities it takes to make a hero. They then talk about AI agents, what that means, and what role they may play in our lives.

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·       Thunderbolts

·       Guardians of the Galaxy

·       The Wolf of Wall Street

·       Risen

·       Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

·       Avengers: Endgame

·       Tully

·       Roma

·       Black Mirror

 

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Episode 283: What Makes a Good Family Movie? Plus Andor24 Apr 202500:51:54
Episode 282: The Best Christian Movie Ever (?). Plus, Journey to You17 Apr 202500:40:39
Episode 281: The King of Kings. Plus, Are Teens Turning Off Tech?10 Apr 202500:44:46

The Easter season always brings new Christian movies. The Plugged In team looks at the new animated movie The King of Kings and tells you what you need to know for your family. They then talk about how teens are proving to be skeptical of technology, social media, and artificial intelligence.

 

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·       Unbreakable Boy

·       No Address

·       The Last Supper

·       The Chosen: Last Supper Part One

·       The King of Kings

·       The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe

·       The Horse and His Boy

·       The Silver Chair

 

 

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Episode 280: The Minecraft Movie, plus the Best Entertainment to Watch Before Easter03 Apr 202500:47:46

The Minecraft game franchise has a new block-buster hitting movie theaters as a live action story. The Plugged In team looks at why Hollywood makes live action versions of beloved video games and the potential things you may need to know before you take you family to see it. They then look at some positive entertainment you may want to enjoy with your family as Easter approaches.

 

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·       Borderlands

·       Super Mario Bros Movie

·       The Last of Us

·       Minecraft

·       A Minecraft Movie

·       The LEGO Movie

·       Sonic the Hedgehog

·       Sonic the Hedgehog 2

·       Sonic the Hedgehog 3

·       The Passion of the Christ

·       The Chosen

·       The Chosen: The Last Supper – Part One

·       The Jesus Film

·       Ben Hur

·       Amistad

 

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Episode 279: A Look at The Chosen: The Last Supper27 Mar 202500:43:23

The Chosen has given us an extrabiblical glimpse of the life and ministry of Jesus, and it is wildly popular with fans! And now, the latest installment, The Chosen: Last Supper Part 1, is hitting theaters to kick off the Easter season. Paul Asay speaks with Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, and Jonathan Roumie who plays Jesus. The Plugged In team then reflects on the popularity of this series and what it means to them.

 

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·       The Chosen

·       Christmas with The Chosen: The Messengers

·       Christmas with The Chosen: Holy Night

·       The Chosen: Last Supper: Part One

 

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·       Plugged In Goes on Set with The Chosen

·       Plugged In Pick: The Chosen

·       An Interview with Dallas Jenkins, Creator of The Chosen

·       The Plugged In Show: Episode 106: Christmas with "The Chosen: The Messengers" and a Conversation with Jesus and Mary

 

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Episode 278: How to Have a Family Movie Night. Plus, Christian March Movie Mayhem!20 Mar 202500:45:54

Your family may love a good movie night together…so how can you get the most out of it? The Plugged In team offers some tips on choosing the right movie, starting great conversations, and even shining a light on God’s truth. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about the fun Plugged In event Christian March Movie Mayhem!

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Episode 277: House of David. Plus, an After Screen Fast Strategy13 Mar 202500:46:09

Amazon Prime’s new show House of David portrays the life of this larger-than-life king! The Plugged In team’s Kennedy Unthank interviews Michael Iskander and Martyn Ford, the actors who play David and Goliath, as well as the creator and executive producer of the series, Jon Erwin. Paul Asay then chats with Emily Tsiao and Jonathan McKee about ways to curb your family’s screen time.

 

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·       House of David

 

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·       The Bible Goes to Hollywood: Seven Movies and Shows Based on Biblical Stories

 

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Episode 276: Screen Fast 2025, plus Wicked the Book06 Mar 202500:36:57

Lent is a season of fasting, which makes it a perfect time to participate in the Plugged In 2025 Screen Fast! The Plugged In team encourages you to look at your family's screen habits and see where you might be able to cut back. Paul Asay then speaks with Bob Hoose about the non-family-friendly book version of Wicked on which the popular musical is based.

 

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·       Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West

 

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Episode 275: The 2025 Plugged In Movie Awards!27 Feb 202501:01:22

Every spring brings entertainment award season, which means it’s time for the Plugged In Movie Awards! The Plugged In team reveals their 2025 picks for last year’s movies in four different categories: Kids, Teens, Adults, and Christian. You’ll discover some great movies your family may enjoy together!

 

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·       Out of My Mind

·       Juror #2

·       Everything Everywhere All at Once

·       Deadpool and Wolverine

·       Nosferatu

·       Sing Sing

 

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·       Best Movies for Kids 2025

·       Best Movies for Teens 2025

·       Best Movies for Adults 2025

·       Best Christian Movies 2025

 

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Episode 274: Biopics and The Unbreakable Boy20 Feb 202500:44:21

Biographical movies – also known as biopics – comprise a unique genre in the film industry. The Plugged In team looks at what makes these movies so compelling and how they sometimes take artistic liberties with the facts. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the new based-on-a-true-story movie The Unbreakable Boy.

 

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·       A Beautiful Mind

·       Remember the Titans

·       Heroes

·       Better Man

·       Hidden Figures

·       The Imitation Game

·       Selma

·       Reagan

·       Oppenheimer

·       Bonhoeffer

·       Hamilton

·       Shazam

·       American Underdog

·       Wonder

·  The Unbreakable Boy

 

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Episode 273: Paddington in Peru. Plus, It’s Time to Deal With Those Screens. (No, Really.)13 Feb 202500:36:22

The beloved bear Paddington is back on the big screen—this time going to Peru! Paul Asay and Emily Tsiao give you a peek at this new movie. And between work, school, fun, and entertainment, your family probably spends a lot of time on screens. The Plugged In team looks at screen habits—both good and bad—and encourages you to consider joining Plugged In’s Screen Fast 2025.

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·        Paddington

·        Paddington 2

·        Paddington in Peru

 

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·        Live It Quiz: Technology Addiction Assessment

·        Screen Fast 2025

·        Live It

 

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Episode 272: Combating Hollywood’s Intimacy Influence. Plus, 2025’s Most Anticipated Games06 Feb 202500:45:12

Movies and the entertainment industry often portray intimacy in reckless and unbiblical ways. The Plugged In team discusses how Hollywood deals with sex and how you as a parent can springboard from that to teach the truth about God’s design. They then look at 2025’s upcoming video games and what your family needs to know about them.

 

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·       Civilization Revolution

·       Civilization Revolution 2

·       Civilization Beyond Earth

·       Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

·       Civilization V

·       Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Rise and Fall

·       My Sims

·       Sims 2

·       Sims 3

·       Sims 4

·       Sims Medieval

·       Grand Theft Auto IV

·       Grand Theft Auto V

·       Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City

·       Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

·       Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

·       Fable

·       Fable II

·       Fable III

·       Fable: The Journey

 

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·       Living in a Sims-ulation

·       GTA’s Nasty Hidden Hot Coffee is Back…Why Should Parents Care

·       Grand Theft Agony

 

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Episode 271: The Oscar Nominations and Green and Gold30 Jan 202500:51:36

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have released their award nominations for 2025. As we look toward Oscar time, the Plugged In team discusses the nominees and how they fare in family-friendliness. Adam Holz then talks with Bret Eckelberry about the new Christian-adjacent movie Green and Gold.

 

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·       Anora

·       The Brutalist

·       A Complete Unknown

·       Conclave

·       Dune: Part Two

·       Emilia Pérez

·       I’m Still Here

·       Nickel Boys

·       The Substance

·       Wicked: Part 1

·       Green and Gold

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Episode 270: Let’s Talk About TikTok. Plus, The Chosen’s Elizabeth Tabish23 Jan 202500:44:48

TikTok, the short-form social media platform, has been at the center of plenty of controversy. The Plugged In team talks about the type of content on the platform, the way kids use it, and what you need to know for your family. Paul Asay then speaks with Elizabeth Tabish, the actress who portrays Mary Magdalene in The Chosen about her new movie Between Borders.

 

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·       The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

·       The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

·       The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

·       Raiders of the Lost Ark

·       The Wild Robot

·       The Chosen

·       Between Borders

 

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·       The Plugged In Show: Episode 240: The Dark Side of the Influencer World. Plus, a Conversation with Director Andrew Erwin

·       How Are Screens Affecting Our Sleep?

·       The Plugged In Show: Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders. Plus, Navigating Sad (but Good) Movie

 

 

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Episode 269: Beast Games, Squid Game and the Games People Play. Does Anyone Care About the Oscars?16 Jan 202500:32:34

A new game show starring YouTube sensation Mr. Beast has hit Amazon Prime. Between that and the second season of the Netflix thriller series Squid Game, game shows—real or not—can get out of hand. The Plugged In team looks at the fascination with game shows and what your family needs to know about these hit streaming shows. They then talk about the upcoming Academy Awards and if it’s still a cultural phenomenon.

 

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·       Beast Games

·       Squid Game

·       MrBeast

·       The Substance

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Episode 268: Those Wild, Wild Westerns, plus Screen Fast 202509 Jan 202500:40:23

Since the days of John Wayne, the western genre has a special place in our hearts. The Plugged In team explores why these stories are so popular and looks at Netflix’s new western series American Primeval. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about Plugged In’s Screen Fast 2025.

 

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·       American Primeval

·       Yellowstone

·       Hell or High Water

·       1883

·       Open Range

·       Magnificent Seven

·       3:10 to Yuma

·       Logan

·       The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

·       Justified

 

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Episode 267: A Conversation with Mandy Majors, plus Netflix’s Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fow02 Jan 202500:44:40

Kids today have their eyes on their screens, and those screens are full of dangers. How can you protect them? Paul Asay speaks with author and screen expert Mandy Majors and her daughter Ella. They share some ways you can help your child learn healthy tech habits. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about the new Netflix movie Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl.

 

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Episode 266: A Look Back at 2024: The Good, the Bad and the Icky26 Dec 202400:40:35

2024 was a big year in terms of entertainment and pop culture. As the year comes to a close, the Plugged In team looks back at some of the highlights and some of the low points. From YouTube to social media to the big and small screens, you’ll learn what you need to know for your family when it comes to media.

 

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·       Moonfall

·       Werewolves

·       Dafuq!?Boom! (Skibidi Toilet)

·       Inside Out 2

·       Deadpool & Wolverine

·       Moana 2

·       Dune: Part Two

·       Beauty and the Beast

·       Lightyear

·       Despicable Me 4

·       Ultraman Rising

·       Avengers: Endgame

 

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·       What is Power Creep in Marvel and Why Does It Matter?

 

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Episode 265: What Makes a Christmas Movie Good? Plus, Mufasa: The Lion King19 Dec 202400:42:06

With so many Christmas movies out there, are there certain ingredients that make up a great one? And what makes a Christmas movie go bad? The Plugged In team reflects on some recent Christmas movies as well as some of their favorites. Paul Asay then speaks with Emily Tsiao about the new Disney movie Mufasa: The Lion King.

 

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·       The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

·       Dear Santa

·       Bad Santa

·       Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause

·       Violent Night

·       Elf

·       A Christmas Story

·       Spirited

·       It’s a Wonderful Life

·       Home Alone

·       Bells of St. Mary’s

·       The Nativity Story

·       Dr. Seuss: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

·       Mufasa: The Lion King

·       The Lion King

·       The Lion King (2019)

·       The Lion King 1 1/2

·       The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride

 

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·       The Lion King Takes the Throne

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Episode 264: Is Social Media Ruining Our Kids? Plus, Netflix’s ‘Mary’12 Dec 202400:42:33

Teens today have never known a world without social media—and that’s affecting kids in many different ways. The Plugged In team discusses the impact of social media and the new Hulu docu-series Social Studies. Paul Asay then speaks with Emily Tsiao about the new Netflix movie Mary.

 

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·       Cars 2

·       Batman and Robin

·       Up

·       Star Wars: The Last Jedi

·       Social Studies

·       Euphoria

·       The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

·       Mary

 

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Episode 263: All I Want For Christmas Is What TikTok Tells Me: Plus, Kevin Sorbo05 Dec 202400:47:30
Episode 262: Creating with AI: A Parents' Primer. Plus, Moana 228 Nov 202400:41:16
Episode 261: Wicked and the World of Musicals. Plus, Plugged In’s New Tech Guide!21 Nov 202400:39:18

This week, the Broadway musical Wicked flies from the stage to the screen. The Plugged In team talks about the Wicked phenomenon as well as other movie musicals and the power of music woven into a story. Paul Asay then talks with Bret Eckelberry about the team’s new tech guide.

 

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·       Mean Girls

·       Joker: Folie a Deux

·       Transformers One

·       Wicked

 

More Episodes on Musicals:

·       The Plugged In Show Episode 40: Hamilton’s Cultural Encore

·       The Plugged In Show Episode 98: Dear Evan Hansen and the Musical Renaissance

 

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·       Focus on the Family: Plugged In Tech Guide PDF

 

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Episode 260: When Should I Give My Kid a Cell Phone? Plus, Bonhoeffer14 Nov 202400:49:27

With Christmas coming, you may be considering a tech gift for your child…maybe even a cell phone. The Plugged In team shares insights and thoughts on the impact phones have had on younger generations and the best age to put a phone in their hands. Paul Asay then talks with Kennedy Unthank about the new biopic Bonhoeffer.

 

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·       Bonhoeffer

 

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·       Plugged In Blog: Smartphone Parental Controls

·       Focus on the Family Episode: Connecting with Your Tech Absorbed Kid

·       Focus on the Family Episode: Guiding Your Child’s Media Choices

·       Focus on the Family Episode: Helping Your Teens Put Down Their Screens

·       Focus on the Family Episode: Cultivating Wise Tech Habits in Your Teen

 

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Episode 259: The Power and Peril of In-Game Sales, plus, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever07 Nov 202400:40:22

You’re enjoying a fun online game, but then you’re hit with having to make a purchase to go any further. The Plugged In team looks at a variety of video games that employ in-game sales. Paul Asay then talks with producer Kevin Downes and director Dallas Jenkins about their new movie The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

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·       Fortnite

·       Pokemon Go

·       Minecraft

·       The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

·       Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget

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Episode 258: Entertainment Decisions and Kids’ Maturity, plus Chappell Roan31 Oct 202400:44:26

As your kids move into adolescence, you need to decide how much freedom you give them when it comes to entertainment and media. The Plugged In team offers some thoughts, sharing ways they succeeded and things they wish they could do differently. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the wildly popular recording artist Chapell Roan.

 

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·       Cocaine Bear

·       Chappell Roan: Good Luck Babe

 

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Episode 257: Unexpected Scares in Family Movies, plus Exhibiting Forgiveness24 Oct 202400:48:04

We may be in the midst of “scary season”, but sometimes scares creep up on us from nowhere. The Plugged In team shares movies and television shows that once freaked them out and offers a few tips on how to navigate those unexpected frights. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new movie Exhibiting Forgiveness.

 

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·       Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

·       Neverending Story

·       The Wizard of Oz

·       Land of the Lost

·       Pee Wee’s Big Adventure

·       A Dog’s Purpose

·       Monster House

·       Exhibiting Forgiveness

·       Father Stu

·       Incredibles

·       Up

 

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Episode 256: How AI is Changing Adolescence, plus Agatha All Along17 Oct 202400:43:18

Kids have been finding ways to cheat since schools themselves have been a thing. But the rise of artificial intelligence is a game-changer in the classroom. The Plugged In team looks at the rise of artificial intelligence, how kids may be misusing it, and how you can navigate it as a family. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new streaming show Agatha All Along.

 

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·       WandaVision

·       Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

·       Agatha All Along

 

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Episode 255: The Legend of Lara Croft and the Growing Influence of Gaming in Entertainment10 Oct 202400:38:00

Some video game characters have a special place in our hearts…and on the big screen. The Plugged In team reveals their favorite digital personalities, then explores the new animated show on Netflix Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. You’ll learn what may be a treasure for your family…and what to steer clear from.

 

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·       https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/rise-of-the-tomb-raider/

·       https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/horizon-zero-dawn/

·       https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/batmanarkhamasylum/

·       https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/batmanarkhamcity/

·       Batman: Arkham Origins

·       Batman: Arkham Knight

·       Little Big Planet

·       Hitman

·       Monster Summer

·       Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

·       Fallout (TV)

·       Fallout 3

·       Fallout 4

·       Silent Hill

·       Silent Hill: Downpour

·       Silent Hill Ascension

·       Mass Effect

·       Resident Evil 4

·       Resident Evil 5

·       Tron: Legacy

·       Free Guy

·       Pokemon Detective Pikachu

 

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Episode 254: Beauty and the Bird03 Oct 202400:57:26

Hollywood often reinforces unhealthy beauty ideals and can undermine self-esteem in the process. But a couple recent movies—Uglies and A Different Man—are taking a different twist on the topic. The Plugged In team explores these stories and gives you some points on how to start a solid conversation with your family. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new movie White Bird.

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·       Ender’s Game

·       The Devil Wears Prada

·       Ready Player One

·       Uglies

·       Uglies Book Review

·       Pretties Book Review

·       A Different Man

·       The Substance

 

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Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders, Plus Navigating Sad (But Good) Mov26 Sep 202400:41:22

The best kids’ movies usually prompt a lot of emotion. And many adults are often just as taken with these stories as their children. Paul Asay talks with Chris Sanders, the director of the new Dreamworks animated movie The Wild Robot. The Plugged In team then examines some of the more memorable family-friendly films they have reviewed and what your family needs to know about them.

 

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·       The Wind Rises

·       The Green Mile

·       The Croods

·       The Wild Robot

·       Grave of the Fireflies

·       Charlotte’s Web

·       Inside Out

·       Inside Out 2

·       Big Hero 6

·       The Creator

·       The Mitchells vs the Machines

 

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Episode 252: Is It Harder to Be a Teen Today? Plus: Transformers One19 Sep 202400:45:05

With cultural influences, technology, and social media, being a teen can be a challenge. The Plugged In team reflects on their own teen years and how things have changed. In looking at recent research and personal stories, they'll share some insight on how very different life today is for teenagers. Paul Asay then talks with Bob Hoose about the new prequel in the popular Transformers franchise, Transformers One.

 

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·       Transformers One

 

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Episode 251: God on the Gridiron, plus, A Look at God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust12 Sep 202400:39:46

Football season is getting into swing! The Plugged In team tackles some thoughts on the beloved sport—looking at the game itself and players who profess a strong faith in Christ. Paul Asay then speaks with Adam Holz about the latest installment of the God’s Not Dead movie franchise, In God We Trust.

 

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·       American Underdog

·       The Blind Side

·       Woodlawn

·       Greater

·       God’s Not Dead

·       God’s Not Dead 2

·       God’s Not Dead: Light in the Darkness

·       God’s Not Dead: We the People

·       God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust 2024

 

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·       The Plugged In Show: Episode 152: Monster Movies for Kids? And a Conversation with David A.R. White

·       8 Christian Football Players to Watch This NFL Season

·       Demario Davis

o  Giving glory to God on the Colin Cowherd Show

o  Talking about his daughter’s medical victories and preaching to the media

·       C.J. Stroud

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Episode 250: Resetting Screentime for School, plus Are Movies Like Beetlejuice Bad?05 Sep 202400:37:42

Your kids are heading back to school, and after a summer filled with screens, you may struggle to get back to normal. The Plugged In team offers some thoughts on how to reset your family’s tech use and balance home screen time with school screen time. They then talk what you can expect in sequel to the Tim Burton movie Beetlejuice and how to navigate movies with spiritual themes (even dark ones!). And to celebrate our 250th episode, you’ll get to hear some of our silliest times in the studio!

 

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·       Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

 

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·       Six Inspirational Movies for Kids Headed Back to School

·       The Plugged In Show Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes

 

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Episode 249: Looking at The Rings of Power and Reagan29 Aug 202400:41:39

With Amazon Prime taking on Tolkien's beloved The Lord of the Rings stories, you may want to know if it's family-friendly. The Plugged In team discusses The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and what you need to know for your family. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new Dennis Quaid biopic Reagan.

 

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·       The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

·       The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

·       Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

·       The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

·       Book: The Fellowship of the Ring

·       Book: The Two Towers

·       Book: The Return of the King

·       Reagan

·       Soul Surfer

·       Miracle Season

·       The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

·       Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

·       Bridge to Terabithia

 

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Episode 248: A Conversation with the Kendrick Brothers22 Aug 202400:36:18

As Christians, God sometimes calls us to tell stories in a unique way. Paul Asay of the Plugged In team talks with Christian filmmakers Alex and Stephen Kendrick about their movies, zeroing in on their latest movie The Forge. You’ll hear Alex and Stephen’s hearts on why they make faith-friendly movies to reach others.

 

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·       Facing the Giants

·       Fireproof

·       Courageous

·       War Room

·       Overcomer

·       Show Me the Father

·       Lifemark

·       The Forge

·       Chariots of Fire

·       Jesus Revolution

·       I Can Only Imagine

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Episode 247: Understanding the Allure of Bad Content, plus My Penguin Friend15 Aug 202400:44:24

Sometimes, racy and non-family-friendly content lurks in entertainment that might look like kids’ programming. The Plugged In team discusses two streaming animated shows—Exploding Kittens and Sausage Party: Foodtopia and what you need to know to protect your family, especially teens. Adam Holz then speaks with Bob Hoose about the new movie My Penguin Friend.

 

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·       In a Violent Nature

·       Battlefield Earth

·       Moonfall

·       Morbius

·       Paul

·       The Boys

·       Exploding Kittens

·       Sausage Party

·       Sausage Party: Foodtopia

·       Deadpool and Wolverine

·       My Penguin Friend

·       Duma

 

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Episode 246: Do Old Movies Still Matter? Plus: Spotify Goes Social08 Aug 202400:41:13

Do old movies hold up in our fast-paced culture? The Plugged In team looks back at three black-and-white movies they've recently reviewed - To Kill a Mockingbird, The Many who Shot Liberty Valance, and Seven Samurai. You might be surprised what messages your family can take away from these older films! Paul Asay then speak with Emily Tsiao about Spotify's move into a social media set-up.

 

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·       To Kill a Mockingbird

·       The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

·       Seven Samurai

·       Joker

·       Batman: Arkham Asylum

·       Batman: Arkham City

·       Batman: Arkham Knight

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Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes01 Aug 202400:53:10

Research shows screens contribute powerfully to the anxiety kids experience. The Plugged In team looks at the book, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, and the impact of screens on the mental health of our children. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about Adventures in Odyssey and its 1000 episodes!

 

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·       Napoleon

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Episode 244: Plugged In Dives into the Summer Olympics, plus “Deadpool & Wolverine”25 Jul 202400:49:10
Episode 243: What Are Dark Patterns? plus: A Conversation with Sing Sing Director Greg Kwedar18 Jul 202400:43:48

Our world is full of things we should know about, but maybe we don’t. The Plugged In team examines dark patterns online—deceptive practices and tactics that get you to sign up for things you don’t want or spend more money than you intend to. They’ll encourage you to keep your eyes open so you can protect your family. Then Paul Asay talks with Greg Kwedar, the director of the new movie Sing Sing.

 

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·       I Am Legend

·       Cobra Kai

·       Star Wars: Hunters

·       Beekeeper

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Episode 242: A Conversation With Arlene Pellicane, plus Luke Combs ‘Fathers and Sons’11 Jul 202400:47:48

Raising kids in our world today can feel pretty challenging, especially when it comes to how we navigate the minefields of screens and entertainment. Adam Holz, director for the Plugged In team, speaks with mom and author Arlene Pellicane about her book Screen Kids. The team then looks at Luke Combs’ latest album Father and Sons.

 

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Episode 241: Despicable Me 4 and Illumination, plus Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot04 Jul 202400:47:24
Episode 240: The Dark Side of the Influencer World, Plus a Conversation with Andrew Erwin27 Jun 202400:50:11

Social media and other online platforms seem harmless, but there are some real dangers out there. The Plugged In team reflects on a new Wall Street Journal article that reveals the unsettling fact that most online influencers are teenage girls while their audiences are primarily adult men. You’ll be encouraged to better protect your kids online. Adam Holz then speaks with Christian filmmaker Andrew Erwin.

 

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Episode 239: A Look at Inside Out 2, plus Screens and Our Brains20 Jun 202401:00:47
Episode 238: Star Wars: The Acolyte and the Theology of Star Wars, plus An Interview with Judas and John from The Chosen13 Jun 202400:51:52
Episode 237: Our Favorite Summer Blockbusters, plus Billie Eilish06 Jun 202400:47:33

 Summer is officially here—and when you run out of things to do on those long, hot summer days, you might think, “We should watch a movie.” The Plugged In team reflects on some of their favorite Hollywood summer blockbusters and offers suggestions of what to watch. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new Billie Eilish album Hit Me Hard and Soft.

 

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Mission Impossible

Top Gun: Maverick

Top Gun

Raiders of the Lost Ark

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

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Super 8

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ET: The Extra-Terrestrial

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Cinderella

Hit Me Hard and Soft

The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology

 

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Ten of the Best Summertime Blockbusters From the Last Ten Years

The Plugged In Show Episode 77: Billie Eilish: The Worldview of Self-Expression

Culture Clips: Billie Eilish Confronts Objectification in a Surprising Way

 

How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family

Explore the Plugged In Tech GuideSummer is officially here—and when you run out of things to do on those long, hot summer days, you might think, “We should watch a movie.” The Plugged In team reflects on some of their favorite Hollywood summer blockbusters and offers suggestions of what to watch. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new Billie Eilish album Hit Me Hard and Soft.

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Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One

Mission Impossible

Top Gun: Maverick

Top Gun

Raiders of the Lost Ark

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

WALL-E

The Iron Giant

Super 8

Stranger Things

The Way, Way Back

ET: The Extra-Terrestrial

Barbie

Cinderella

Hit Me Hard and Soft

The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology

 

Check out the Plugged In Blog:

Ten of the Best Summertime Blockbusters From the Last Ten Years

The Plugged In Show Episode 77: Billie Eilish: The Worldview of Self-Expression

Culture Clips: Billie Eilish Confronts Objectification in a Surprising Way

 

How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family

 

Explore the Plugged In Tech Guide

 

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Episode 236: A Parents Guide to OnlyFans, plus: IF30 May 202400:35:59

OnlyFans might sound like a rather innocuous site, but it’s not. The Plugged In team shares what you need to know about OnlyFans— where creators charge a subscription fee for access to their photos and videos, most of which are explicit. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about the new fantasy-comedy movie IF.

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Episode 235: Is Swift’s New Album Taylor-made for Trouble? Plus, We Look at Sight23 May 202400:39:33

Over the last year, we’ve seen a lot from Taylor Swift—earning more than $1 billion, launching her five-continent concert tour, releasing two “new-ish” albums, and going to the Super Bowl. The Plugged In team examines the new album, the Swiftie phenomenon, and why fans are so dedicated. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the new Angel Studios movie Sight.

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