The Plugged In Show

Focus on the Family
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Dec 15, 2022 • 50min

Episode 160: Lurching Toward Transcendence & Avatar: The Way Water

Marvel has gradually shifted from Earthling-sized stories to cosmic ones with gods and goddesses battling to shape all of reality. The Plugged In team examines the concept of power creep in the vast mulitverses of Marvel. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new movie Avatar: The Way of Water.Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-160/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Dec 8, 2022 • 36min

Episode 159: Tech and Teen Motivation & Enola Holmes 2

Technology can be an incredible gift, but too much can affect a teen's motivation. The Plugged In team reflects on why tech can sometimes be a problem when it comes to motivation and how we might respond to that problem as parents. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about the new Netflix sequel Enola Holmes 2.Get the book "Guy's Guide to Four Battles Every Young Man Must Face" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2022-12-08?refcd=1587408Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-159/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Dec 1, 2022 • 46min

Episode 158: The Wingfeather Saga and Disney+'s Willow

Fantasy stories allow us to explore spirituality in new and interesting ways. Paul Asay from the Plugged In team talks with the creator and producer of the Wingfeather Saga, a new crowd-funded animated show based on a novel series. Adam, Paul, and Bob then chat about the new Disney+ show, Willow.Get the book "Parenting Generation Screen: Guiding Your Kids to Be Wise in a Digital World" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-08-12?refcd=1516404Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-158/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Nov 24, 2022 • 37min

Episode 157: Plugged In Thanksgiving Special and A Look at Minno

You want to foster conversations that help your kids grow in their ability to think critically and biblically about the vast array of entertainment and technology. The Plugged In team offers a few conversation starters for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with disco matriarch Gloria Gaynor about her cameo appearance in the new movie The Thursday Night Club.Get the book "Parenting Generation Screen: Guiding Your Kids to Be Wise in a Digital World" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-08-12?refcd=1516404Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-157/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Nov 17, 2022 • 45min

Episode 156: Entertainment Conversation Starters and A Chat with Gloria Gaynor

You want to foster conversations that help your kids grow in their ability to think critically and biblically about the vast array of entertainment and technology. The Plugged In team offers a few conversation starters for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with disco matriarch Gloria Gaynor about her cameo appearance in the new movie The Thursday Night Club.Get the book "Parenting Generation Screen: Guiding Your Kids to Be Wise in a Digital World" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-08-12?refcd=1516404Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-156/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Nov 10, 2022 • 40min

Episode 155: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever & Taylor Swift

With the wildly anticipated release of Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever, you may wonder if that's a good movie for your family's superhero fans. The Plugged In team discusses the film and what you need to know. Adam Holz then speaks with Kennedy Unthank about Taylor Swift's latest releases Midnights and Midnights 3am Edition.Get more episode resources: https://http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-155/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Nov 3, 2022 • 37min

Episode 154: Adventures in Odyssey and Family-Friendly Video Games

Focus on the Family's audio drama Adventures in Odyssey has been a place of wonder and imagination for many families over the years. The Plugged In team chats with the Adventures in Odyssey team to share what it's all about, how it got started, and why listeners love it. Adam Holz then speaks with Bob Hoose about three family-friendly video games.A free trial of Adventures in Odyssey is available: www.adventuresinodyssey.com/pluggedinGet more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-154/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Oct 27, 2022 • 38min

Episode 153: Should We Just Forget About Screen Time Limits? plus Black Adam

Some people suggest that we should be less concerned with how much screen time kids are getting and more concerned with the content that fills those screens. The Plugged In team discuss the merits and the consequences of such thinking and ways your family can navigate screen time. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new Dwayne Johnson DC superhero movie Black Adam.Get the book "Parenting Generation Screen: Guiding Your Kids to Be Wise in a Digital World" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-08-12?refcd=1514101Get more episode resources: https://http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-153/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Oct 20, 2022 • 42min

Episode 152: Monster Movies for Kids? and A Conversation with David A.R. White

This time of year brings spooky movies to streaming services, and this year, we're seeing many more targeting kids. The Plugged In team takes a look at a few of these movies and what you need to know for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with Christian actor David A.R. White about his latest movie Nothing Is Impossible.Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-147/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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Oct 13, 2022 • 38min

Episode 151: What Is a Worldview & Sam Smith’s “Unholy”

Various influences shape our perspective on the world and how we exist in it. The Plugged In team explores the impact entertainment and media have on your worldview. They then discuss recording artist Sam Smith's latest track, "Unholy" and its unsettling lyrics.Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-151/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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