Episode 34: What You Need to Know About Online Predators
July 16, 2020
Worrying about your kids’ safety isn’t a new thing, but in the ever-evolving internet age, worrying about online predators is. The Plugged In team explores the risks of online interactions and offers practical ways you can help you child understand the gravity of encountering strangers on the internet. You’ll be encouraged to open the dialogue with your child about online stranger danger.
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Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family: How to Navigate a Media-Saturated World--And Why We Should
How Do Christian Parents Keep Up with Their Children’s Screen Consumption? The expert media staff at Plugged In have compiled a must-read resource to help you understand the media your children consume. Years of researching and analyzing the latest media trends are compiled in Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family. Offering practical advice and strategies to help your children navigate the ever-changing landscape of pop culture, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family includes social media, music, streaming services, video games, movies, and more to help you dialogue with your children about the content that they are exposed to. The effects of technology and media consumption on children are far-reaching, impacting their mental health, sleep patterns, attention spans, and social skills. In Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family, you’ll learn - the effects on your children’s biology, behaviors, and beliefs; - traits of engaged parents, creating a game plan, and how to step in when needed; - how to screen those screens; and - practical strategies for limiting screen time and thinking critically about media. Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family will quickly become an essential tool to guide your family’s relationship with media and your child’s screen consumption.
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The phrase “media discernment” is bandied about in Christian and parenting circles, but what does it really mean? The Plugged In team—experts in media discernment—deconstructs the concept and offers practical ways you can help your family be more media savvy. You’ll learn how to apply biblical truth to your family’s entertainment choices.
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July 9, 2020
You have a favorite movie or song you just can’t wait to share with your child, but it may have more problems than you remember. The Plugged In team explores some of their favorite movies from the past and how things have changed in today’s entertainment. While current media has its share of explicit content, we may be idealizing the past as we look back at our fond memories. You’ll be challenged to re-examine some of your favorites before taking those in with your child.
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July 2, 2020
You’ve likely heard news stories about how someone imitated something that they saw in a movie or on TV. The Plugged In team examines the influence our entertainment choices can have on our actions. While we may want to minimize the reality of how popular culture potentially shapes and molds our hearts and minds, we need to acknowledge this influence is real. You’ll be encouraged to infuse your child’s heart with a worldview shaped by truth and Scripture.
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June 25, 2020
With Father’s Day just around the corner, the Plugged In team honors dads in film. You’ll find that while our culture is full of stories, the best of them offer a chance to create a relational, emotional bond and grow a shared experience of family identity.
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June 18, 2020
Entertainment and media affect many aspects of our lives, including our faith and beliefs. The Plugged In team reflects on how their entertainment choices have influenced their faith and examines the recent news about Hawk Nelson’s lead singer going public with losing his beliefs. With so many influences around us, you’ll be encouraged to talk with your kids and foster an environment where they can bring their questions and doubts to you.
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June 11, 2020
Parents, this conversation is for you. Our culture is awash in sexual imagery and messages—something that’s increasingly reflected on many popular teen-focused TV series and in movies as well. The Plugged In team explores the depth of explicit content in media today. You’ll gain tools to navigate this type of content and open up necessary dialogue with your teen.
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Broadcast: Guiding Your Child’s Media Choices (Part 1 of 2)
June 4, 2020
Screen time is a red-hot subject these days, especially as many of us are still spending more time than usual at home this summer. The Plugged In team discusses the pros and cons of screen time, offering insight on how much is too much and the impact of social media. This is one aspect of your family’s entertainment you’ll want to stay engaged with, continuing to set limits and re-set them if necessarily.
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May 28, 2020
Ratings on entertainment are supposed to help you navigate your media choices. But can you trust them? The Plugged In team discusses the ratings systems on movies, television, music, and video games. You’ll learn that while ratings can provide a springboard, they aren’t the end point when it comes to wise entertainment choices for your family.
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May 21, 2020
Over the years, we’ve seen video games evolve from hitting a small digital dot back and forth to full narrative stories illustrated with lifelike graphics. The Plugged In team recalls their favorite video games and arcade moments while discussing the pros and cons of playing video games. You’ll better understand when gaming might be a good thing in your family and when it might be a negative or harmful influence.
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May 14, 2020
Over the years, we’ve seen video games evolve from hitting a small digital dot back and forth to full narrative stories illustrated with lifelike graphics. The Plugged In team recalls their favorite video games and arcade moments while discussing the pros and cons of playing video games. You’ll better understand when gaming might be a good thing in your family and when it might be a negative or harmful influence.
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How Do Christian Parents Keep Up with Their Children’s Screen Consumption? The expert media staff at Plugged In have compiled a must-read resource to help you understand the media your children consume. Years of researching and analyzing the latest media trends are compiled in Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family. Offering practical advice and strategies to help your children navigate the ever-changing landscape of pop culture, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family includes social media, music, streaming services, video games, movies, and more to help you dialogue with your children about the content that they are exposed to. The effects of technology and media consumption on children are far-reaching, impacting their mental health, sleep patterns, attention spans, and social skills. In Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family, you’ll learn - the effects on your children’s biology, behaviors, and beliefs; - traits of engaged parents, creating a game plan, and how to step in when needed; - how to screen those screens; and - practical strategies for limiting screen time and thinking critically about media. Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family will quickly become an essential tool to guide your family’s relationship with media and your child’s screen consumption.