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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.

Sound of Freedom 2023

Sound of Freedom

Angel Studios’ ‘Sound of Freedom,’ starring Jim Caviezel, shines a light on the horror of sex trafficking.

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Movie Monday: ‘Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie’ Proves Mighty at the Box Office

The Paramount kids’ flick, Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie, connected with families, to the tune of an estimated $23 million in its debut.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 201: An Interview With ‘Digital Detox’ Author Molly DeFrank. Plus, ‘Ahsoka’

Author Molly DeFrank tells us how to execute a successful digital detox. Then we talk about the latest Star Wars series, Ahsoka.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 199: Social Media’s Role in Cultural Polarization, Plus: ‘The Bells of St. Mary’s’

Increasingly, we keep hearing about the polarization of culture and politics. But what role do social media platforms play in that?

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Movie Monday: ‘The Nun II’ Scares Off ‘Greek Wedding 3’

Hollywood’s fall horror season kicks off by taking possession of the box office with The Nun II.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 198: ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ & Olivia Rodrigo’s “Bad Idea Right?”

LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 198 We spend plenty of time at Plugged In reviewing and talking about movies, which might be what we’re best known for. But we also keep our finger on the pulse of many other pop culture and entertainment “beats,” …

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TruPlay

TruPlay: A New Christian Gaming Alternative

TruPlay is a solid beginning for parents looking for faith-based video game alternatives.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 197: Surface Messages and Deeper Meaning. Plus a Conversation with Actress Leigh-Allyn Baker

Pretty much anything you encounter in popular culture probably has at least two layers of meaning that deserve your attention.

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Tech Trends: TikTok on the Brain, Plus: Teens & Conspiracy Theories

New research suggests that teens are more prone to believe online conspiracy theories than previous generations. Yikes.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 196: How Pop Culture, Entertainment and Technology Are Shaping Girls Growing Up Today. Plus ‘Final Fantasy XVI’

If you have tween or teen girls at home, or anywhere in your relational orbit, you’re not going to want to miss this terrific discussion.

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Flamy Grant, CCM & the Gospel

The Gospel is an invitation to walk with Jesus and let Him transform every aspect of our lives: what we eat, buy, value, how we treat others. And, yes, how we think, feel and behave sexually.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 192: A Look at Summer Blockbuster Movies: Haunted Mansion, Barbie and Oppenheimer

LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 192 If you’re a Hollywood accountant, the summer of 2023 had mostly been underwhelming and disappointing. Lots of big movies have underperformed or flat-out flopped. And then Barbenheimer happened. That, of course …

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‘The Chosen’ Is Coming to The CW. Should We Rejoice?

The CW and Lionsgate aren’t broadcasting and distributing the story of Jesus’ life for spiritually altruistic motives.

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These Five Books Tell Us About the Power—and Perils—of Technology

How can parents teach their kids to use technology responsibly in an ever-changing digital age? These 5 books offer some insight.

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The Plugged In Show, Episode 187: Our Romance with AI. Plus, ‘Elemental’

Artificial intelligence? What about artificial infatuation?

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