The new AI-driven search and content program ChatGPT can do things that were literally only science fiction a few years ago. It can do amazing things—from answering questions to writing podcast introductions! The Plugged In team discusses the positives and the negatives of this popular website as well as the potential dangers of deepfake content. Paul Asay then talks with Kennedy Unthank about the faith-based YouTube channel Got Questions? Get the book "Parenting Generation Screen" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-08-12?refcd=1630502 Ge ..read more

The Golden Globes and Grammys are behind us, and the Oscars are just around the corner. But award season wouldn't be complete without the 2023 Plugged In Movie Awards! The Plugged In Team invites you to sit in on their deliberations as they choose their favorite films in each of four categories: Best Movies for Kids, for Teens, for Adults and Best Christian movies. You’ll get a solid idea of this year's movie offerings and what might be best for your family. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-172 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl ..read more

Springtime brings us a selection of movies you may want to enjoy with your family, including a Fathom event that tells the Easter story in a powerful way. Paul Asay talks with John Bolin, creator of The Thorn, a new film about the passion of Jesus Christ. The Plugged In team then looks at the latest installment of the Creed movies. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-171/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

The new Christian movie Jesus Revolution lands in theaters on Friday. The Plugged In team takes a look at this film and explains why it may be worth your time and money. Adam Holz then shares his Hollywood interviews with actors Jonathan Roumie, Joel Barlow, and Anna Grace Barlow. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-169/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

The new Christian movie Jesus Revolution lands in theaters on Friday. The Plugged In team takes a look at this film and explains why it may be worth your time and money. Adam Holz then shares his Hollywood interviews with actors Jonathan Roumie, Joel Barlow, and Anna Grace Barlow.   Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-169/ Additional Resources: Plugged In Blog: “Culture Clips: TikTok Trouble” Plugged In Blog: “How TikTok Can Impact the TikToker” Plugged In Review: Taylor Swift, Midnights (3am Edition) Plugged In Review ..read more

We often discuss the various content dangers of screen use, but much of our interaction with screens is interwoven with links to buy something. The Plugged In team examines how consumerism can easily become a worldview and a spiritual threat. Adam Holz then talks with Kristin Smith about the new Miley Cyrus song, Flowers. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-168/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

With the release of the 2023 Plugged In Movie Award nominations, several movies came close, but didn't make the list. The Plugged In team has a spirited conversation about those films. Adam Holz then speaks with recording artist turned actor Granger Smith about his new PureFlix movie Moonrise. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-167/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Award season is upon us…and that means it’s time for the Plugged In Movie Award nominations! The Plugged In team identifies five movies in four categories that might be worth considering for your family. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the latest installment in the popular franchise Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-166/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

With Avatar: The Way of Water making a big splash in the box office, director James Cameron has another hit on his hands. The Plugged In team explores Cameron’s success and why he continues to make films that touch the human heart. They then examine what you can expect in terms of entertainment and media in the coming year. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-165/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Twenty-five percent of toys these days are purchased by adults. Are you one of them? The Plugged In team looks at the concept of “kidulting”—enjoying kids’ toys and collectables as an adult and the good and bad involved. Adam Holz then speaks with Emily Tsaio about the second season of the Disney+ animated series, Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Get more episode resources: http://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-164/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat ..read more