As parents, we naturally want to protect our kids from destructive influences in the world around them. But with screens in our back pockets, they have access to just about anything…including pornography. With screens in our back pockets, we have access to just about anything…including pornography. The Plugged In team consults with Dr. Danny Huerta, counselor and Vice President of Parenting of Focus on the Family about the impact of porn and how we can protect our kids. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the live-action Disney remake of The Little Mermaid.   Get More Episode Resources   Receive the book "Seven Traits of Effective Parenting" for your donation of any amount!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Movies—blockbuster movies—are a big part of what summer’s all about. The Plugged In team discusses what’s landing in theaters this summer, and what you can expect from them. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the latest installment of the Fast and Furious franchise, Fast X.   Get More Episode Resources   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes pop culture gets things right. With Mother's Day around the corner, the Plugged In team reflects on their favorite movie and TV moms and the impact they've had. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about an older faith-focused film called The Way that's getting a rerelease and renewed attention.   ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/harrypotterandthesorcerersstone/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/harrypotterandthedeathlyhallowspart2/ ·      Plugged In Blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/bill-cosby-actions-and-accusations/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/tully-2018/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/parenthood/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/this-is-us/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/us-sweeping-nation/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/way/ ·      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/breakfast-club/   ·      Focus on the Family: Setting Media Standards ·      Focus on the Family: Making Wise Entertainment Choices ·      Plugged In: Tech Guide ·      Focus on the Family: How to Develop Media Intelligence in Your Home

As a parent, you may feel like keeping up with culture is a never-ending marathon—and when it comes to social media and tech trends, it is! The Plugged In team examines the gaming social media platforms Discord and Twitch and gives insight on what you need to know for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the new Marvel movie Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3. What is Discord: A Parents GuideTech Trends April 2023 Plugged In Blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/tech-tuesday-the-joys-and-potential-strife-of-discord/     Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/pokemon-go/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/game-reviews/fortnite/      Plugged In Blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/how-tiktok-can-impact-the-tiktoker/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-2023/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/guardians-of-the-galaxy/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/guardians-of-the-galaxy-2/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/tv-reviews/the-guardians-of-the-galaxy-holiday-special/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/toystory/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/tronlegacy/ Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/book-reviews/princess-bride/  Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/gladiator/   Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/enders-game/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/irobot/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/blade-runner-2049/      Plugged In Blog: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/blade-runner-runs-trouble/      Plugged In Review: https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/matrix/·      Focus on the Family: Setting Media Standards·      Focus on the Family: Making Wise Entertainment Choices·      Plugged In: Tech Guide·      Focus on the Family: How to Develop Media Intelligence in Your Home

As our culture becomes more progressive, certain entertainment classics no longer "fit" the current narrative. The Plugged In team looks back at a few movies and television shows--like Gone with the Wind, Friends, and Seinfeld--and how their storylines and content may not have "aged" well. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the new preteen movie based on Judy Blume's beloved book Are You There God?, It's Me, Margaret.   Plugged In Blog: “Piecing Together the Legacy of Friends” Plugged In Blog: “There For Us: Why Friends is Still Culturally Relevant” Plugged In Review: Girlfriends Plugged In Review: Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies Plugged In Review: Forrest Gump Plugged In Review: Aristocats Plugged In Review: Swiss Family Robinson Plugged In Review: The Mandalorian Plugged In Review: The Lion King Plugged In Review: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. Plugged In Review (book): Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.   Focus on the Family: Setting Media Standards Focus on the Family: Making Wise Entertainment Choices Plugged In: Tech Guide Focus on the Family: How to Develop Media Intelligence in Your Home   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback