The latest superhero movies and television shows seem to be darker than ever. The Plugged In team explores Marvel’s Morbius and Moon Knight, revealing all you need to know about the almost horror-like content in both. Paul Asay then talks with Emily Clark about the newest Harry Potter flick, The Secrets of Dumblebore.

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Every now and then, something happens on live television that immediately becomes an indelible part of pop culture history. The Plugged In team discusses the infamous moment that happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the surprise Oscar best picture winner, CODA (Children of Deaf Adults)

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If you have teens or tweens, you’re probably grappling with the question of their social media use. The Plugged In team explores the various social media platforms—like TikTok, Instagram, and Discord—and the issues each one presents. Adam Holz then talks with Kennedy Unthank about Hallmark’s beloved show When Calls the Heart.

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Award season had begun—Grammys, Golden Globes, Oscars…Pluggies! The Plugged In team reveals the winners for their annual awards for 2021 in four categories—best Christian movies, best movies for adults, best movies for teens, and best movies for kids. You’ll hear about movies that may be familiar and some hidden gems that you might want to enjoy with your family.

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Walking through the toy department at your favorite store, you may notice quite a few interesting and creative board games on the shelves. The Plugged In team discusses how playing board games can be fun and can also benefit your family. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about some new games in the Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! franchises.

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As the Plugged In team reviews various forms of entertainment for your family, one of the main categories they focus on is profanity. They explain the how and why behind keeping track of the language in movies, music, and more.

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If you haven’t heard, a new Batman movie is about to hit theaters. The Plugged In team discusses the latest Dark Knight offering—with actor Robert Pattinson taking the helm—and what you need to know about it. They then kick off the Plugged In Movie Award season, unveiling the best movies for families through this last year.

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Ever wonder how the president of Focus on the Family managed entertainment and technology in his home? Adam Holz has a conversation with Jim Daly about how he and his wife raised their boys in the face of screen time. He then talks with Emily Clark about the new Netflix show Inventing Anna. And join the team for a fun round Pop Culture Connection!

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The Super Bowl brings us friendly competition, football fun, and some crazy commercials—including ones highlighting online sports gambling. The Plugged In team discusses why we’re seeing a barrage of these ads and the impact sports gambling has had on our culture. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new movie version of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile.

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Many of today’s popular movies are full of violence and profanity. The Plugged In team takes a deep-dive into the way they use these two categories to review entertainment for your family. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about a new animated show on Amazon Prime—The Legend of Vox Machina.

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