Episode 59: My Kid Asked for a Facebook Account and You Won't BELIEVE What Happened Next!
January 7, 2021
You may see the new year as a chance to reset and have a fresh start, maybe including some of the habits you may have set in during the COVID lockdown. The Plugged In team recalls some of the tech boundaries they grew up with before the dive into questions you may have as your kids engage with digital entertainment. You'll be encouraged to intentionally connect with your children and set healthy boundaries that work for your family.
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With a year like 2020 behind us and a new year ahead, you may be pondering life's meaning and significance. And Disney/Pixar's newest release "Soul" is raising similar questions. The Plugged In team reflects on the movies that have impacted them theologically and discusses this latest offering from Disney. You'll pick up some great points and tips to wade through these spiritual elements with your family.Get the book "Burning Bush 2.0: How Pop Culture Replaced the Prophet": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-12-31?refcd=1041502Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-58/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
December 31, 2020
Christmas is full of memories, family ... and movies! The Plugged In team shares some of their favorite family traditions and movies they enjoy during the holiday season. You'll hear about some perennial favorites as well as some new offerings you may want to enjoy with your family.Get the book "Burning Bush 2.0: How Pop Culture Replaced the Prophet": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-12-24?refcd=1036901Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-57/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
December 24, 2020
The world of entertainment is packed full of fan franchises. The Plugged In team shares their favorite franchises and explore the draw of these different universes. You'll get a glimpse into some of the most popular franchises your kids enjoy and ways to be intentional with setting boundaries for them to connect with that entertainment.Get the book "Burning Bush 2.0: How Pop Culture Replaced the Prophet": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-12-17?refcd=1029506Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-56/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
December 17, 2020
With Christmas on the horizon, family, traditions – and gift-giving – are likely on your mind. The Plugged In team reflects on their favorite holiday traditions and offers their Gift Giving – or Playing, or Streaming, or Listening – Guide. You'll get a solid reminder of why it's so important to exercise intentionality when it comes to any sort of entertainment or technological gift.Get the book "Teen's Guide to Face-to-Face Connections in a Screen-to-Screen World": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-12-10?refcd=1027801Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-55/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
December 10, 2020
The Chosen has been a huge streaming success. But there’s a lot more Christian content out there you might consider streaming. The Plugged In team explores other selections for redemptive streaming content. You’ll discover some hidden gems that you can enjoy with your family and learn some filtering options that might allow you to enjoy other choices.Burning Bush 2.0: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-12-03?refcd=1027503Get More Episode Resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-54/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
December 3, 2020
The new video game Among Us is all the rage with tweens and teens. The Plugged In team unpacks this phenomenon and tells you everything you need to know about it. Because video games will continue to be a part of our families’ lives for a long time to come, you’ll want to know which ones are making waves and why you need to pay attention to them. You’ll learn how these games continue to evolve in their appeal and in the way kids interact with them.The Teen's Guide to Social Media... and Mobile Devices: 21 Tips to Wise Posting in an Insecure World: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-11-26?refcd=1021901Get More Episode Resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-53/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
November 26, 2020
With all the television options available to us today, trying to figure out what’s worth watching is not for the feint-hearted. The Plugged In team reflects on their favorite television programming and discusses several popular shows. They explain their review process for the medium. You’ll get a general survey of what people are watching and what choices might be navigable for your family.Burning Bush 2.0: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-11-19?refcd=1020501Get More Episode Resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-52/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
November 19, 2020
With handy tutorials, funny videos, and informative presentations, YouTube has grown increasingly popular with kids and adults alike. The Plugged In team explores the draw, the upside and the downside of this user-generated video-sharing platform. Because YouTube’s influence is here to stay, you’ll want to check out Plugged In’s new review section of these channels to navigate this newer form of entertainment with your children.The Teen's Guide to Social Media... and Mobile Devices: 21 Tips to Wise Posting in an Insecure World: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-11-12?refcd=1020401Get More Episode Resources: If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
November 12, 2020
With Amazon’s scheduled 2021 release of its adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, controversy is already brewing. The Plugged In team explores why explicit content has found its way into mainstream entertainment. You’ll be clued in to this type of programming and learn how to navigate it with your family.Seven Traits of Effective Parenting: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2020-11-05?refcd=1020301Get More Episode Resources:If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
November 5, 2020
Entertainment and media discernment is a top concern for Christian families, which is why Plugged In exists! On this episode, the Plugged In team discusses some of the questions they get most frequently from people who are curious about the inner workings of things. You’ll get a peek behind the curtain at what Plugged In does to bring you and your family reviews week in and week out.Seven Traits of Effective Parenting: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-plugged-in-2020-09-24#refcd=1009602Get More Episode Resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/episode-49-the-plugged-in-show-ask-plugged-in/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
October 29, 2020
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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.