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?
The Plugged In Show, Episode 137: Do Fantasy Sports Strike Out? Or Score Big? (Plus, Thor and Rise of Gru!)
Sure, fantasy sports can be fun, and that’s a win. But they can also sap away a player’s time, money and energy.
7 Secular Movies with Christian Values
Some Non-Christian movies can have profound Christian lessons to teach. Here are a few films that fit the bill.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 135: Virtual Babies and Pixar’s Lightyear
The Plugged In Team discusses a technology that may allow people to have fake, virtual children in the coming years. Then they dive into Pixar’s Lightyear.