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Focus On The Family

Take a minute to hear a family-friendly review of the hottest movie, YouTube video, streaming series, video game, or new technology to help you decide if it’s a good choice for your kids and family. Hosted by Focus on the Family’s media and culture analysts, these reviews for parents offer a fresh Christian perspective on entertainment from a Biblical worldview.

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Colorado Springs, CO

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Take a minute to hear a family-friendly review of the hottest movie, YouTube video, streaming series, video game, or new technology to help you decide if it’s a good choice for your kids and family. Hosted by Focus on the Family’s media and culture analysts, these reviews for parents offer a fresh Christian perspective on entertainment from a Biblical worldview.

Language:

English

Contact:

Plugged In Focus on the Family Colorado Springs, CO 80995 1-800-232-6459


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Culture Remix: Lecrae-Reconstruction

9/23/2025
Lecrae may have deconstructed, then reconstructed his faith recently. But on his 10th studio album, the result of that refining process is a laser-like focus on Jesus. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Superman

9/22/2025
This newest incarnation of Superman is imperfect and overstuffed but still champions its titular character’s heroism and goodness. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: The Senior

9/19/2025
The Senior recounts the true story of Mike Flynt, a 59-year-old guy who returned to college to finish his senior year … and play football. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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TV Review: The Paper

9/18/2025
This sequel to The Office features the same setup, crisp writing and cringe-worthy jokes of its forbear. But The Paper’s content issues can be significantly worse. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Culture Remix: The Johnson Brothers

9/16/2025
‘The Johnson Brothers’ YouTube channel tries to make you laugh through male-centric skits, a goal they achieve with few content issues. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Eio

9/15/2025
Pixar’s Elio, about a lonely boy who wants to connect with aliens, offers parents a springboard to talk about God’s unfailing love for us—even when we feel alone. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

9/12/2025
In the final chapter of the ‘Downton Abbey’ saga, the Crawley family’s loyalty is tested once again as they face social scandal and financial ruin. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Leviathan

9/11/2025
This Netflix anime series thrusts two teenagers from different backgrounds into a war that will change the world—and their lives—forever. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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SiYP- AI Companions

9/10/2025
Two years after its introduction, Snapchat’s My AI still fails to shake a problematic legacy. Read the Plugged In Blog If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Culture Remix: The Trouble with Heroes

9/9/2025
Finn has to make up for a dumb choice by hiking 46 mountain trails in a single summer. And it’s the smartest punishment he’s ever been given. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Light of the World

9/5/2025
This creative, 2D animated take on the Gospel comes with a few theological quibbles. But ‘Light of the World’ is a strong movie with a strong message. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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TV Review: My Melody & Kuromi

9/4/2025
My Melody & Kuromi bakes up some sweet messages, but it also may be a little frightening for its young target audience. Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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SiYP: Kids’ Tablet Ownership

9/3/2025
40 percent of two-year-olds have tablets. By age four, 58% have them … and by age eight, a quarter of kids have their own smartphones. Is that a problem? Read the Plugged In Blog If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Culture Remix: Donkey Kong Bananza

9/2/2025
There’s plenty of rock-pulverizing, banana gem-munching joy to be found in ‘Donkey Kong Bananza’ for Nintendo’s Switch 2. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Lilo & Stitch

9/1/2025
Family, faithfulness and sacrifice are among the values embraced by this live-action Lilo & Stitch reboot. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: Jaws

8/29/2025
‘Jaws’ swims to theaters with a new 50th-anniversary, 4K-polish. But just how much problematic chum does this Spielberg classic churn up? Read the Plugged In Review If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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TV Review: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+

8/28/2025
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ brings young viewers back to the adventures of Mickey and friends—all wrapped up at the end of each episode. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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SiYP: Guilt About Kids’ Screen Time

8/27/2025
It’s one thing to say we need to monitor screen time, it’s another thing to actually do it. How do we address feelings of guilt when we fail? Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Culture Remix: Benson Boone-American Heart

8/26/2025
Benson Boone doubles down on some common themes, focusing on physical aspects of love rather than lasting connection. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Movie Review: The King of Kings

8/25/2025
The King of Kings comes with a surprising number of big names. And, more importantly, it tells the story of the biggest name of all. Read the Plugged In Review If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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