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Mama, Don’t Let Your Teens Grow Up to Be Pirates
It’s not like the Bible says, “Thou shalt not steal, unless it feels like it’s not hurting anybody too much and you’ve got a snappy broadband connection.”
What’s New and Streaming for Families for January 2021
When you’re not filling your spare time fiddling with newly acquired toys and gadgets, you may still want to check out some family-friendly streaming fare.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 58: Soul and Spirituality Onscreen
While Soul certainly has issues that families should consider, it also gives viewers plenty of fertile ground for discussion. Only fitting that Plugged In discusses it.
Wonder Woman 1984 Sets New COVID Record (For What That’s Worth)
But Wonder Woman 1984 left some families in a quandary: Is the movie worth a subscription to HBO Max?
The Plugged In Show, Episode 57: Plugged In’s Christmas Movie Extravaganza!
You like ‘em. I like ‘em. We all watch ‘em.
And if you don’t, well, you’re a Scrooge or a Grinch. See, there’s no escaping here: You will be assimilated.
What’s the Heart of Soul? A Conversation with Director Pete Docter
You can’t fault Pixar for its ambition. Soul director Pete Docter talks about what might be the studio’s most ambitious film yet.
Musical Musings 2020: Kristin Smith’s Year-End Picks
Movie theaters may be shutting down left and right, but artists are still putting out just as many tunes as ever.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 56: Franchises, Fans and Families
Star Wars. The Avengers. Harry Potter. Many of us don’t have a “favorite movie” anymore as much as we have a favorite franchise.
Skillet’s John Cooper Wants Us to Find Life in Truth
Adam Holz recently had a chance to talk with John about all things Skillet, including how COVID has impacted his band and his new book.
Top Television 2020: Plugged In’s Year-End Picks
Let’s dive into Plugged In’s highly subjective list of the top five TV shows that we reviewed in 2020.
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