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Audio Shows
The Plugged In Show with Adam Holz, Johnathan McKee, and Paul Asay
Episode 257: Unexpected Scares in Family Movies, plus Exhibiting Forgiveness
October 31, 2024
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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Episode 257: Unexpected Scares in Family Movies, plus Exhibiting Forgiveness
October 24, 2024
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. Get your copy of the helpful book by the Plugged In team – Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family – today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
October 24, 2024
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. Get your copy of the helpful book by the Plugged In team – Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family – today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 256: How AI is Changing Adolescence, plus Agatha All Along
October 17, 2024
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. Get your copy of Plugged In's outstanding book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · WandaVision · Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness · Agatha All Along Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
October 17, 2024
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. Get your copy of Plugged In's outstanding book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · WandaVision · Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness · Agatha All Along Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 255: The Legend of Lara Croft and the Growing Influence of Gaming in Entertainment
October 10, 2024
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. Get your copy of Plugged In's awesome book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/tomb-raider-2013-game/ · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
October 10, 2024
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. Get your copy of Plugged In's awesome book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/tomb-raider-2013-game/ · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 254: Beauty and the Bird
October 3, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In team's helpful book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Ender's Game · The Devil Wears Prada · Ready Player One · Uglies · Uglies Book Review · Pretties Book Review · A Different Man · The Substance Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
October 3, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In team's helpful book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Ender's Game · The Devil Wears Prada · Ready Player One · Uglies · Uglies Book Review · Pretties Book Review · A Different Man · The Substance Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders, Plus Navigating Sad (But Good) Mov
September 26, 2024
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. Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
September 26, 2024
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. Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 252: Is It Harder to Be a Teen Today? Plus: Transformers One
September 19, 2024
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. Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team's great new book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Transformers One Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Plugged In Show Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
September 19, 2024
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. Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team's great new book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Transformers One Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Plugged In Show Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 251: God on the Gridiron, plus, A Look at God's Not Dead: In God We Trust
September 12, 2024
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. Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Check out the Plugged In Blog: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
September 12, 2024
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. Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Check out the Plugged In Blog: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 250: Resetting Screentime for School, plus Are Movies Like Beetlejuice Bad?
September 5, 2024
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! Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Check out the Plugged In Blog: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
September 5, 2024
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! Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Check out the Plugged In Blog: · 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 Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 249: Looking at The Rings of Power and Reagan
August 29, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In team's terrific book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Theology of the Lord of the Rings Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
August 29, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In team's terrific book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · 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 Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Theology of the Lord of the Rings Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Episode 248: A Conversation with the Kendrick Brothers
August 22, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook on Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Facing the Giants · Fireproof · Courageous · War Room · Overcomer · Show Me the Father · Lifemark · The Forge · Chariots of Fire · Jesus Revolution · I Can Only Imagine Check out the Plugged In Blog: · Show Me the Father's Alex Kendrick Talks to Plugged In Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
August 22, 2024
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. Get your copy of the Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook on Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Facing the Giants · Fireproof · Courageous · War Room · Overcomer · Show Me the Father · Lifemark · The Forge · Chariots of Fire · Jesus Revolution · I Can Only Imagine Check out the Plugged In Blog: · Show Me the Father's Alex Kendrick Talks to Plugged In Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
