The Plugged In Show

Have you ever wondered why Plugged In reviews things the way they do? The Plugged In team gives you an inside look at their review process and what kinds of content they cover. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about an anime film—Belle. And you’ll get a quick glimpse of some great movies you can watch with your teen in our new segment, Pop Culture Connection.

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Some Christian movies are starting to push content boundaries. The Plugged In team discusses the new film Redeeming Love and its content concerns. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about another new movie with questionable content—The King’s Daughter.

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Music has a powerful influence in our lives. The Plugged In team examines secular versus Christian music. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the latest Disney+ addition to the Star Wars canon—"The Book of Boba Fett". And a rousing Culture Countdown will highlight some of the headlines you should know about when it comes to your family’s entertainment choices.

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2022 is sure to be packed with some new and exciting movies. The Plugged In team looks ahead to what will be hitting the big screen, anticipating some of the content and stories you’ll want to know about for your family. Adam Holz then talks with Skillet frontman John Cooper about their new album Dominion. You’ll pick up some great tips on how to navigate 2022 when it comes to your entertainment choices.

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2021 is now in the history books! The Plugged In team explores some of the top entertainment and technology stories of the past year. From the impact of screen time, social media, and the Metaverse to the Friends reunion on HBO Max to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s interview with Oprah, you will pick up on things you need to know for your family when it comes to entertainment and media.

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With the popularity of football as a sport, it’s no wonder that football films captivate us. The Plugged In team examines the football movie genre, highlighting the newest offering American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story. Adam Holz then speaks with filmmaker Andrew Erwin about American Underdog.

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Spiderman: No Way Home is now out in theaters, and with the popularity of the Marvel and Spiderman franchises, there’s a lot you need to know for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with Focus on the Family Vice President Dr. Danny Huerta about being a contributor versus a consumer. We’ll then dive into a fun Culture Countdown.

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Many of the movies hitting our screens this season seem pretty familiar – reboots, sequels, and reimaginings of classic films. The Plugged In team takes a look at these “new” offerings and why Hollywood is reaching back for fresh content. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about Disney+’s new Marvel show "Hawkeye." You’ll also get a solid take on entertainment headlines with a fun Culture Countdown.

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In the last year or so, we’ve seen a surprising number of films dealing with artificial intelligence. The Plugged In team explores these films and why A.I. is such a hot topic. Adam Holz then speaks with Emily Clark about Amazon Prime’s new fantasy show "The Wheel of Time." And another exciting Culture Countdown will give you an idea of the current cultural happenings.

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The hit TV series "The Chosen" has given fans an imaginatively dramatized glimpse into the life of Christ and what it might have been like to follow him. Now, this groundbreaking series is looking a bit further back into history – to the manger. The Plugged In team reflects on what this series has meant to them and what you can look forward to with this Christmas special. Adam Holz then speaks with Jonathan Roumie and Elizabeth Tabish, the actors who play Jesus and Mary in the series. You'll then discover some intriguing headlines in a heart-pumping Culture Countdown.

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