The Plugged In Show, Episode 101: PluggedInology 101—Why We Review the Way We Do

LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 101

You’d think that during the age of COVID, we Plugged In reviewers would have less to do. That hasn’t been the case. In fact, during any given week, we might publish anywhere from 12-20 written reviews on books, music, TV, YouTube Channels, games and, of course, movies.

How do we keep track of all those cinematic profanities in the dark? We’ll tell you that and much, much more in this episode, which gives you a little peak behind the Plugged In curtain. We also detail why we do it, too. Because the truth is, we’re all pretty committed to this curious craft of ours. Trust me, reviewing movies for a living isn’t as easy as you might think. We still love it, but for different reasons than you might imagine.

And after we’re done unpacking what makes Plugged In go, Adam Holz and Jonathan McKee talk tech—especially what sorts of bells and whistles might be on your son’s or daughter’s Christmas wish list.

While you’re here, why not ask a question or two of us. What didn’t we answer in this podcast? What would you like to know about our (really strange) jobs? And what tech gifts are your kids asking for? Chime in with your thoughts down below, or let us know on Facebook or Instagram. (You can give us a call at 800-A-FAMILY or write us an email at [email protected], too.)

• Gift of Any Amount Offer: Parenting Generation Screen by Jonathan McKee

• Interaction questions: What questions do you have about what it’s like to be a Plugged In reviewer? What tech gifts are your kids asking for this fall?

Let us know on social media, by email or call 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)

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Additional Resources:

• Plugged In Review: Little Women (2018)
• Plugged In Review: Inside Man
• Plugged In Review: Mr. Brooks
• Plugged In Review: Stuber
• Plugged In Review: Garfield: The Movie
• Plugged In Review: Benji: Off the Leash
• Plugged In Review: The Beach Bum
• Plugged In Review: Serenity
• Plugged In: https://www.pluggedin.com/about/

• Bob’s CC Pick: “Fisher Price’s Iconic Toy Telephone Now Actually Makes Phone Calls”
• Emily’s CC Pick: “iCarly’s Jennette McCurdy on Healing from ‘Intense’ Physical and Emotional Abuse by Her Mom”
• Paul’s CC Pick: “Kids playing ‘Squid Game’ on playground with hitting, kicking, schools warn”

• Focus on the Family: Setting Media Standards
• Focus on the Family: Making Wise Entertainment Choices
• Plugged In: Tech Guide
• Focus on the Family: How to Develop Media Intelligence in Your Home