The Plugged In Show

Oscar season has come and gone. With the top winners now revealed, the Plugged In team hosts their own movie awards! You’ll find out which movies might be worth your time, which ones you’ll want to carefully navigate and which ones to steer clear from all together.

The video app TikTok has exploded in popularity among children and teens. But is it really as innocent as it might seem? The Plugged In team gives you an inside look at TikTok and what you need to know to protect your child.

With a full sweep at the Grammys, Billy Eilish has captured our culture’s attention. The Plugged In team explores our fascination with her and gives you some talking points to discuss with your kids.

Your teen’s phone is packed full of apps, games, and more. How do you help them manage it? The Plugged In team offers insight into what your teen wished you knew about their relationship with technology.

The most recent Oscar nominations list has been released. The Plugged In team examines the Best Picture films and the movies that have influenced their lives.

The previous year was packed with exciting trends and new pop culture phenomenon. In this episode, the Plugged In team examines the movers and shakers of 2019, including Baby Yoda, Scarlett Johansson, Fortnite, Lizzo, and Disney.

The new year is a time for reflection, so the Plugged In team is looking back at their favorite movies of the last decade and music, TV, and games of 2019. Join us to hear a fun list of favorites. Did yours make the cut?

Christmas break is an easy time to relax the boundaries on entertainment consumption and technology use. So how do you keep your kids busy? The Plugged In team is here to help! They offer some thoughts on how to balance media with family time and encourage you to consider a dopamine fast!

With the final installment of the Star Wars saga hitting theaters nationwide, the Plugged In team reflects on the impact the series has had on the culture and on themselves. They’ll help you navigate the latest release so you can know what to expect for your padawans. Additional Resources: Star Wars The Last Jedi: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/star-wars-the-last-jedi/ Star Wars The Force Awakens: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/star-wars-the-force-awakens/ Culture Clips: https://pluggedin.focusonthefamily.com/culture-clips-the-existential-crisis-of-so-many-christmas-movies/

Your favorite childhood adventures are back! The Plugged In team reminisces about Phil Vischer and his VeggieTales, recalling the fun and whimsy of the original show and what new episodes may hold. They also take a deep dive into the cultural trend of celebrities publicly embracing faith and what that means for you.