Episode 122: And the Pluggie Goes to ... ?
March 24, 2022
Award season had begun—Grammys, Golden Globes, Oscars…Pluggies! The Plugged In team reveals the winners for their annual awards for 2021 in four categories—best Christian movies, best movies for adults, best movies for teens, and best movies for kids. You’ll hear about movies that may be familiar and some hidden gems that you might want to enjoy with your family.
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Walking through the toy department at your favorite store, you may notice quite a few interesting and creative board games on the shelves. The Plugged In team discusses how playing board games can be fun and can also benefit your family. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about some new games in the Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! franchises.
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March 17, 2022
As the Plugged In team reviews various forms of entertainment for your family, one of the main categories they focus on is profanity. They explain the how and why behind keeping track of the language in movies, music, and more.
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March 10, 2022
If you haven’t heard, a new Batman movie is about to hit theaters. The Plugged In team discusses the latest Dark Knight offering—with actor Robert Pattinson taking the helm—and what you need to know about it. They then kick off the Plugged In Movie Award season, unveiling the best movies for families through this last year.
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March 3, 2022
Ever wonder how the president of Focus on the Family managed entertainment and technology in his home? Adam Holz has a conversation with Jim Daly about how he and his wife raised their boys in the face of screen time. He then talks with Emily Clark about the new Netflix show Inventing Anna. And join the team for a fun round Pop Culture Connection!
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February 24, 2022
The Super Bowl brings us friendly competition, football fun, and some crazy commercials—including ones highlighting online sports gambling. The Plugged In team discusses why we’re seeing a barrage of these ads and the impact sports gambling has had on our culture. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new movie version of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile.
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February 17, 2022
Many of today’s popular movies are full of violence and profanity. The Plugged In team takes a deep-dive into the way they use these two categories to review entertainment for your family. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about a new animated show on Amazon Prime—The Legend of Vox Machina.
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February 10, 2022
Have you ever wondered why Plugged In reviews things the way they do? The Plugged In team gives you an inside look at their review process and what kinds of content they cover. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about an anime film—Belle. And you’ll get a quick glimpse of some great movies you can watch with your teen in our new segment, Pop Culture Connection.
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February 3, 2022
Some Christian movies are starting to push content boundaries. The Plugged In team discusses the new film Redeeming Love and its content concerns. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about another new movie with questionable content—The King’s Daughter.
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January 27, 2022
Music has a powerful influence in our lives. The Plugged In team examines secular versus Christian music. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the latest Disney+ addition to the Star Wars canon—"The Book of Boba Fett". And a rousing Culture Countdown will highlight some of the headlines you should know about when it comes to your family’s entertainment choices.
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January 20, 2022
2022 is sure to be packed with some new and exciting movies. The Plugged In team looks ahead to what will be hitting the big screen, anticipating some of the content and stories you’ll want to know about for your family. Adam Holz then talks with Skillet frontman John Cooper about their new album Dominion. You’ll pick up some great tips on how to navigate 2022 when it comes to your entertainment choices.
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January 13, 2022
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