Contributor: Adam R. Holz

After serving as an associate editor at NavPress’ Discipleship Journal and consulting editor for Current Thoughts and Trends, Adam now oversees the editing and publishing of Plugged In’s reviews as the site’s director. He and his wife, Jennifer, have three children. In their free time, the Holzes enjoy playing games, a variety of musical instruments, swimming and … watching movies.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 100: Monster Movies (and a Controversial Superhero)

Episode 100 of The Plugged In Show talks about monster movies and DC Comics’ latest decision to have Clark Kent’s son come out.

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5-Minute Crafts

This YouTube channel could provide crafty inspiration … as long as it’s coupled with careful parental oversight.

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Ghost

How do we endure grief? Justin Bieber’s song “Ghost” pictures just a few of the ways we might make this unwanted journey.

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Superman Comes Out

Superman has come out. Surprised? Don’t be. But at the same time, realize that you, too, have a chance to be a superhero as you help your children to learn what God had in mind when He created male and female.

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Like Nastya

7-year-old Nastya (along with her parents) creates videos where she plays, learns, sings, explores and shares her life experiences.

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My Universe

Two of the biggest bands in the world join forces for a positive affirmation of a love that’s as big as the galaxy.

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Bad Habits

Ed Sheeran channels his inner Weeknd in this bleak and grim song about a soul-deadening and dysfunctional relationship.

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Courageous

Fatherhood isn’t for the fainthearted. It’s a calling every bit as demanding—maybe even more so—as being a, say, fireman or policeman.

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Mercury – Act 1

Imagine Dragons’ latest effort is personal, profound and painful; a cathartic journey for some, and dark one for others.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 96: Is Rock Dead? No One Told Skillet … Or Switchfoot … Or Imagine Dragons

Some rock groups that have rocked the charts in years and decades past continue to pump out thoughtful, intelligent music that still … rocks.

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100 Days Choosing What to Watch?!

What would you say if I told you that you spent 100 days of your life figuring out what movies and TV shows to watch?

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Surviving the Game

Skillet’s first new music in more than two years pulls no punches as the band reminds us that we’re “more than conquerors.”

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‘Show Me the Father’ Invites Dads to Engage

Show Me the Father and Focus on the Family’s 30-Day Intentional Dad Challenge can help you to become a more intentional dad.

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fluorescent

The latest single from these San Diego alt-rockers gives us a snapshot of the desperate yearning of two young people in love.

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F9: The Fast Saga

At some point, fans will likely grow weary of how hard this franchise has to work to top itself.

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