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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Metaverse! Say What?

In the new metaverse, you'll be able to do pretty much anything from anywhere.Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/metaverse-say-what/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Sep 1, 20211 min

Music Review: Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, "I See You"

Chris Tomlin and Brandon Lake team up to remind listeners that God is faithful and that we are right to rest in His love and provision.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/chris-tomlin-brandon-lake-i-see-you/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 31, 20211 min

Movie Review: In the Heights

Some of the innuendos and foul language could deter audiences from an otherwise fun musical.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/in-the-heights-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 30, 20211 min

Movie Review: The Loud House Movie

Another Nickelodeon show-turned-movie debuts on Netflix this week. "The Loud House Movie" features an underperforming son striving to keep up with his 10 sisters. The story majors in humility but also includes some surprising spiritual concerns.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/loud-house-movie-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 27, 20212 min

TV Review: Masters of the Universe: Revelation

Some adult fans of the original may celebrate Kevin Smith's take on the franchise. But for families, the show leaves a lot to be desired.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/masters-of-the-universe-revelation/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 26, 20211 min

Game Review: The Forgotten City

Can a game mod of Skyrim actually end up being a decent game all its own?Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/forgotten-city/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 25, 20211 min

Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever"

The superstar's sophomore album has some themes worth exploring, but they're almost impossible to get to through the content issues.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/happier-than-ever/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 24, 20211 min

DVD & Streaming Review: The Water Man

"The Water Man" is a deftly handled pic that trumpets love and understanding, even in the face of onrushing grief.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/

Aug 23, 20211 min

Movie Review: Paw Patrol: The Movie

Young fans of Nickelodeon's popular animated kids series "Paw Patrol" will likely love this franchise's first big-screen, G-rated canine adventure (even if 90 minutes feels like a long time for their parents).Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/paw-patrol-the-movie-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 20, 20212 min

TV Review: Jellystone!

The Yogi Bear revival provides fun, if mindless, adventures for a new generation to enjoy.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/jellystone/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 19, 20211 min

The Screen in Your Pocket: Online Predators

Have you thought about how to talk to your kids about online predators?Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/kids-fortnite-and-predators/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 18, 20211 min

Music Review: Big Red Machine, "Renegade"

The rising R&B star's full-length album is full of emotion and honesty, as well as confused interpretations of love.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/big-red-machine-renegade/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 17, 20211 min

Movie Review: Finding You

"Finding You" illustrates that sex and romance aren't synonymous; that kindness matters.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/

Aug 16, 20211 min

Movie Review: Free Guy

"Free Guy" stars Ryan Reynolds in this whimsical-but-violent movie about a guy who realizes he's a non-player character in an online video game. "Free Guy" delivers laughs and some solid messages amid a lot of content for a PG-13 film.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/free-guy-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 13, 20212 min

TV Review: Ridley Jones

This animated Netflix kids' series emphasizes some values parents may embrace and others they may want to critique.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/ridley-jones/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 12, 20211 min

Game Review: Pokémon Unite

The door is open for taking your Pokémon into battle arena matches. Is that a good thing?Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/pokemon-unite/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 11, 20211 min

Music Review: H.E.R., "Back of My Mind"

The rising R&B star's full-length album is full of emotion and honesty, as well as confused interpretations of love.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/her-back-of-my-mind/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 10, 20211 min

Movie Review: Here Today

Directed by and starring the legendary Billy Crystal, "Here Today" seems guilty of trying too hard.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/here-today-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 9, 20211 min

Movie Review: Vivo

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

Aug 6, 20212 min

TV Review: Monsters at Work

Some mayhem and mildly frightening content aside, the follow up to Pixar's classic appeals to kids and adult fans alike.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/monsters-at-work/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 5, 20211 min

The Screen in Your Pocket: Connection Before Correction

Wondering how to talk to kids about the shows they watch and the apps they use?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/

Aug 4, 20211 min

Music Review: Olivia Rodrigo, "Sour"

Olivia Rodrigo's sound and story are connecting with young fans. But her vulnerable appeal comes with some baggage.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/olivia-rodrigo-sour/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 3, 20211 min

DVD/Streaming Review: The Last Champion

The first half feels like a slow-burn indie movie. The second half feels like "The Karate Kid," with wrestling replacing karate.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/last-champion-2020/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Aug 2, 20211 min

Movie Review: Jungle Cruise

The inspiration for "Jungle Cruise" isn't found in ancient legend or turn-of-the-century storybook, but rather a ride—the beloved Jungle Cruise ride found at most Disney parks. You could argue that the ride is timeless. The movie? Not so much.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/jungle-cruise-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 30, 20212 min

TV Review: The Bureau of Magical Things

The Australian series provides a clean, family friendly alternative to other less innocuous fantasy worlds.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/bureau-of-magical-things/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 29, 20211 min

The Screen in Your Pocket: If They've Already Got a Phone

What should you do if you gave your child a phone too early?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/

Jul 28, 20211 min

Music Review: Twenty One Pilots, "Scaled and Icy"

Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/twenty-one-pilots-scaled-and-icy/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 27, 20211 min

Movie Review: A Quiet Place Part II

There's a lot here to appreciate if you're in the mood for a good scare at the movies.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/quiet-place-part-ii-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 26, 20211 min

DVD/Streaming Review: Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans

The town of Arcadia lies at the center of magical and mystical lines that makes it a nexus for many battles among otherworldly creatures including trolls, aliens, and wizards. Will this animated pic also be the nexus of movie night joy for your homegrown family of creature-lovers?Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/trollhunters-rise-of-the-titans-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 23, 20212 min

TV Review: The Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement

The series name fits, given the number of sins we see on screen.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/seven-deadly-sins-dragons-judgement/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 22, 20211 min

Game Review: Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!

When a game looks this sweet, can it hold anything bad? Ohhh yes!Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/doki-doki-literature-club-plus/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 21, 20211 min

Music Review: Walker Hayes, "Fancy Like"

This funny, relatable country-pop song is all about Walker Hayes and his easy-going wife, their chill date nights and romance.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/walker-hayes-fancy-like/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 20, 20211 min

Movie Review: Dream Horse

This inspiring true story shows us all what it’s like to be a part of something bigger than yourself.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/dream-horse-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 19, 20211 min

Movie Review: Space Jam: A New Legacy

In this sequel to 1996's live-action/animation mashup, LeBron James teams up with the Looney Tunes gang to save his son (and others) from an AI program run amock. Cue a lot of laughs, some profanity and a poignant message to dads.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/space-jam-a-new-legacy-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 16, 20212 min

TV Review: The Mysterious Benedict Society

The popular children's series comes to life with themes of truth, empathy, and teamwork – as well as a few fear-inducing scenarios.Read the Plugged In article: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/mysterious-benedict-society/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 15, 20211 min

Game Review: Mario Golf: Super Rush

Is golf with Mario an exciting hole-in-one or a whole lotta yawns?Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/mario-golf-super-rush/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 14, 20211 min

Music Review: St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home"

Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, returns with an alt-rock effort that mixes redemptive themes with questionable conclusions in "Daddy’s Home."Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/album-reviews/st-vincent-daddys-home/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 13, 20211 min

DVD/Streaming Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

If families decide to dogpaddle into Bikini Bottom, they should be aware of some odd, tangled seaweed amid the colorful coral.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/spongebob-movie-sponge-on-the-run-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 12, 20211 min

Movie Review: Black Widow

If you’ve ever wondered while watching an "Avengers" movie, “How did Natasha Romanoff become the Black Widow,” well, this action-packed, at times surprisingly sweet origin story answers that question. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/black-widow-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 9, 20212 min

TV Review: Danger Force

You’d think that Swellview would be … swell. And it can be. But this Nick show has its kryptonite weaknesses, too.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/danger-force/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 8, 20211 min

The Screen in Your Pocket: Internet Filter

Looking for ideas for an effective internet filter?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/

Jul 7, 20211 min

Music Review: Lorde, “Solar Power”

Lorde calls listeners to an innuendo-laden frolic in the sun.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/lorde-solar-power/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 6, 20211 min

Movie Review: Godzilla vs. King Kong

Kong and Godzilla don’t cuss or make a single inane choice. They just crush and smash things. Over and over and over.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/godzilla-vs-kong-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 5, 20211 min

Movie Review: Boss Baby: Family Business

The Boss Baby franchise is back with another slapstick and toilet-humor fueled story about—what else—adults going undercover in baby bodies. If you saw 2017’s Boss Baby, you know exactly what to expect here. Read the plugged in review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/boss-baby-family-business-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 2, 20212 min

TV Review: Loki

This show can be fun and surprisingly thoughtful. But like Loki himself, its story and themes shouldn’t go unchallenged.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/loki/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jul 1, 20211 min

The Screen in Your Pocket: Milestones

Ever wonder what might be important milestones for your kids and their screen use?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/

Jun 30, 20211 min

Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Lost Cause"

It’s great that Billie Eilish is shaking free of a bad boyfriend. But did she have to be so spiteful?Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/track-reviews/billie-eilish-lost-cause/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 29, 20211 min

Movie Review: Fatherhood

Those who see "Fatherhood" will find a positive, redemptive message about the beauty, joy and pain of parenthood.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/fatherhood-2021-2/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 28, 20211 min

Movie Review: Luca

Pixar’s latest (now available as a premium rental on Disney+) focuses on a friendship between two sea-creature boys who take on human form for a series of adventures on dry land in Italy. Family and friendship are big themes here … along with a bit of youthful rebellion that parents may want to talk about with kids afterward. Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/luca-2021/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 25, 20212 min

TV Review: Eden

Netflix’s latest anime entry features a world full of robots (and one human) digitally pondering existential questions.Read the Plugged In review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/eden/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 24, 20211 min