The Plugged In Show, Episode 144: When Superheroes Take a Social Media Break (plus Secret Headquarters)
In this installment of The Plugged In Show, we tackle social media, its connections to mental health and why stepping away from it might benefit all of us.
What Will the New Pinocchio Teach Us?
The CGI-slathered remake promises to be (ahem) a whale of an attraction for the streaming leviathan. But will it be any good?
The Plugged In Show, Episode 143: Your Kid and YouTube (Plus Out of My Heart)
We give parents a few pointers on how to reel in the YouTube leviathan in their homes—navigating how their sons and daughters use YouTube and how they can best curb and enjoy it.
Sometimes, Even Spidey Needs a Break
Spider-Man actor Tom Holland took a break from social media for his mental health. And maybe we should, too.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 142: R-rated Disney: A Conversation with PTC’s Melissa Henson. (Plus, Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters)
They said they wouldn’t. But now, Disney+ has added R-rated content. And many moms and dads are still upset with the decision.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 141: Our Complicated Relationship With Christian Celebs (plus Fanfiction!)
In the wake of Chris Pratt’s recent comments on religion, we unpack the weird relationship we might have with the rich, famous and faithful.
Are We Capturing Moments? Or Are We Hostage to Them?
Studies show that taking pictures of memorable moments instead of simply enjoying them actually makes those moments less impactful.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 139: Christian Values in Secular Movies (Plus Marcel the Shell With Shoes On!)
Sometimes, secular films can teach and inspire faith-based audiences.
Emmys Show the Importance of Screening Those Screens
The Emmys are all about praising the best shows that television has to offer. But by some measures the “best” of television has never been worse.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 137.5, The GentleMinion Phenomenon
What happens when thousands of teen fans of Gru dress up as “GentleMinions” and go to see Minions: The Rise of Gru together?