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Best podcasts about paul asay

Latest podcast episodes about paul asay

The Plugged In Show
Episode 291: Under the Skin - A Conversation about Nudity in Art and Entertainment. Plus, Elio!

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 44:07


Nudity is often seen in paintings and certain movies and television shows. The Plugged In team discusses the artistic (and gratuitous) use of nudity and offers thoughts on how your family can navigate that. Paul Asay then talks with Emily Tsiao about the new Pixar movie Elio. You’ll also hear some fun dad jokes! Nudity is often seen in paintings and certain movies and television shows. The Plugged In team discusses the artistic (and gratuitous) use of nudity and offers thoughts on how your family can navigate that. Paul Asay then talks with Emily Tsiao about the new Pixar movie Elio. You’ll also hear some fun dad jokes! Click here to get your copy of Plugged In’s outstanding book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Up · Cars · Cars 2 · Cars 3 · Inside Out · Inside Out 2 · Elio The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 289: The Power of Music in Movies, plus, the Switch 2

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 42:27


Music can be powerful. It can shape us, inspire us, terrify us. And when it’s paired with a movie, we might not even notice how manipulative it can be. The Plugged In team reflects on cinematic songs and soundtracks and the impact they can have. Paul Asay speaks with Bob Hoose about the Nintendo Switch 2 and its new features. Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Sinners · Star Wars: The Force Awakens · Star Wars: The Last Jedi · Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker · Dunkirk · Dark Knight · Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring · Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers · Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King · Lost The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Savvy Sauce
Top Ten from 2024_10 Stewarding Technology for More Intentional Relationships with Joey Odom

The Savvy Sauce

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 54:46


Top Ten from 2024: #10 Stewarding Technology for More Intentional Relationships with Joey Odom   Proverbs 14:1 NLT “A wise woman builds her home, but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands.”   The transcription for this episode can be located on the original episode: 228. Stewarding Technology for More Intentional Relationships with Joey   Questions and Topics We Discuss: Will you explain the habit loop for how habits work and share how Aro fits into that? What are the awesome, relational impacts you are seeing, whether you planned for those or not? Will you share a few stories to illustrate the changes Aro is making in people's lives?   Joey Odom is the Co-Founder of Aro. He is a natural storyteller and a dynamic leader known for his ability to inspire and foster deep connections with others. Joey's experience with technology as a husband and dad led him to help create Aro alongside Co-Founder Heath Wilson.   Follow Aro: Website, Instagram, and Podcast   Other Technology Related Episodes on The Savvy Sauce: Mastering Technology so it Does Not Master You with Dr. Sylvia Hart Frejd Tech and Parenting with Molly DeFrank Technology and Parenting with Arlene Pellicane Tech-Savvy Family with Paul Asay of The Plugged In Staff   Thank You to Our Sponsor: BELAY (Text SAVVY to 55123 before June 30th, 2025 to receive your amazing, limited-time, special offer!!!)   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook, Instagram or Our Website.   Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

The Plugged In Show
Episode 288: The Scary Science of Screen Time. Plus, Bono's Stories of Surrender

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 50:06


As parents, we want to help our kids develop healthy tech habits. But where do we start? Paul Asay of the Plugged In team speaks with Melanie Hempe, founder of ScreenStrong, and Dr. Danny Huerta, Vice President of Focus on the Family’s Parenting department, about the dangers of too much screen time and ways you can help your family step back and reconnect. Paul then speaks with Adam Holz about recording artist Bono’s new documentary Stories of Surrender. Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Stories of Surrender Check out the Plugged In Blog: · ScreenStrong.org · Practice Makes Parent podcast · Seven Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
Summer Blockbusters - with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 16:09 Transcription Available


As summer nears, is a trip to the movies on your to-do list? Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Focus on the Family’s Paul Asay of Plugged In will help us assess which movies should be family-friendly, which ones only mom and dad should see, and the ones that are not edifying for any of us. https://www.pluggedin.com/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 286: Does Summertime Mean Screentime? Plus, Christian YouTubers

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 49:51


As school releases and summertime approaches, kids have a lot more free time. But does that mean more screentime? The Plugged In team says no and offers some thoughts on how to keep your child engaged without being on a screen. Paul Asay then speaks with Kennedy Unthank about Christian YouTubers that your family may enjoy watching. Click here to get your copy of Jonathan McKee’s terrific book Parenting Generation Screen! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Ryan Trahan · Dude Perfect · CoryxKenshin · Redeemed Zoomer · Testify · Apologia Studios · The Beat by Allen Parr · Mike Winger · YouTube Reviews Check out the Plugged In Blog: · Building Faith Online: A Conversation with Redeemed Zoomer The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 285: Of Handmaids' Tales and Hunger Games: The Downside of Dystopian Dramas

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 46:10


The dystopian genre has taken our culture by storm with its dark and twisted look at our imagined future. The Plugged In team explores the unique markers of this genre and the impact it can have on our everyday lives. Paul Asay then talks with Bob Hoose about the latest book in the Hunger Games series, Sunrise on the Reaping. Click here to get your copy of Plugged In’s great book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Black Mirror · The Last of Us · The Handmaid’s Tale · Sunrise on the Reaping · The Hunger Games Book Series · The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Book · The Hunger Games · The Hunger Games: Catching Fire · The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 · The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 · The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes · Blade Runner · Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow · The Wizard of Oz · Zombieland · Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West · Wicked: Part One · A Quiet Place The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast
Modern Day Heroes vs. MCU

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 12:07 Transcription Available


Paul Asay with PluggedIn.com shares about a new superhero movie—Thunderbolts. It features a disgraced Captain America, a couple of assassins and a few other folks with checkered pasts and asks them to ... save the world. That sparks a question: What is a hero? In this time of uncertainty, stress and divisiveness, we seem to need one more than ever. What makes for a great hero on screen? What makes a hero in real life? Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wmbwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Common Good Podcast
Paul Asay, journalist, author and movie critic for Plugged In

The Common Good Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 10:11


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The Plugged In Show
Episode 283: What Makes a Good Family Movie? Plus Andor

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 51:54


Your family likely enjoys a great movie…but what makes it great for your family? The Plugged In team explores various criteria for family-friendly movies and how you can discern what is appropriate for your family. Bret Eckelberry then talks with Paul Asay and Adam Holz about the Disney+ Star Wars series Andor. Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: The Princess Bride The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King The Incredibles Toy Story Monsters Inc. Inside Out 2 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 The Wild Robot Up Andor Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Flow Encanto Cheaper by the Dozen Cheaper by the Dozen 2022 The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 282: The Best Christian Movie Ever (?). Plus, Journey to You

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 40:39


What’s the best Christian movie ever? The Plugged In team reveals the winner of their Christian Movie Madness bracket and why they think that movie resonated with viewers. Paul Asay then speaks with Kennedy Unthank about the new Hallmark movie Journey to You. Click here to get your copy of Plugged In’s insightful book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) See the Christian Movie Madness Bracket Christian Movie Madness Read the full review: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King https://www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/journey-to-you-2025/ The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast
The Chosen: Last Supper

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 8:53 Transcription Available


Paul Asay is Site Director for pluggedin.com, reviewing movies and media as part of the team at Focus on the Family. Paul esponds to questions as to whether or not The Chosen accurately reflects Scripture. Some feel this series presents a Hollywood version of the Last Supper. Paul met with Dallas Jenkins and the cast, and shares his thoughts and experience with Tom and Tabi.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wmbwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
New Spring Releases & Other Faith-based Movies with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 17:35 Transcription Available


Good media discernment is about guarding our eyes and hearts before we watch or listen. And it’s also about grappling with the entertainment we do see or hear. Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Paul Asay from Plugged In discusses new Spring movie releases coming to theaters and streaming, as well as other faith-based and family-friendly movies. Plugged InDonate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 279: A Look at The Chosen: The Last Supper

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 43:23


The Chosen has given us an extrabiblical glimpse of the life and ministry of Jesus, and it is wildly popular with fans! And now, the latest installment, The Chosen: Last Supper Part 1, is hitting theaters to kick off the Easter season. Paul Asay speaks with Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, and Jonathan Roumie who plays Jesus. The Plugged In team then reflects on the popularity of this series and what it means to them. Click here to get your boxed set of The Chosen novelizations Books 1-3 for a gift of any amount! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · The Chosen · Christmas with The Chosen: The Messengers · Christmas with The Chosen: Holy Night · The Chosen: Last Supper: Part One Check out the Plugged In Blog! · Plugged In Goes on Set with The Chosen · Plugged In Pick: The Chosen · An Interview with Dallas Jenkins, Creator of The Chosen · The Plugged In Show: Episode 106: Christmas with "The Chosen: The Messengers" and a Conversation with Jesus and Mary The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ken and Deb Mornings
What Audiences Should Know about The Chosen Last Supper: A Conversation with Paul Asay

Ken and Deb Mornings

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 14:39 Transcription Available


The Chosen Last Supper will be in theaters this weekend! Focus on the Family's Plugged In Site Director Paul Asay will be with us to share his experience after seeing Part One and talking with Dallas Jenkins along with members of the cast. Paul will prepare us for this latest series and what we should know about these movies portraying Jesus' story and his final week of life on earth before viewing. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wdlmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 278: How to Have a Family Movie Night. Plus, Christian March Movie Mayhem!

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 45:54


Your family may love a good movie night together…so how can you get the most out of it? The Plugged In team offers some tips on choosing the right movie, starting great conversations, and even shining a light on God’s truth. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about the fun Plugged In event Christian March Movie Mayhem! Click here to get your copy of the great Plugged In book Beoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: Million Dollar Baby Check out the Plugged In Blog! Presenting Plugged In’s Family Movie Nights Discussion Guide Vote in the Christian Movie Madness Bracket! Christian Movie Madness The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 277: House of David. Plus, an After Screen Fast Strategy

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 46:09


Amazon Prime’s new show House of David portrays the life of this larger-than-life king! The Plugged In team’s Kennedy Unthank interviews Michael Iskander and Martyn Ford, the actors who play David and Goliath, as well as the creator and executive producer of the series, Jon Erwin. Paul Asay then chats with Emily Tsiao and Jonathan McKee about ways to curb your family’s screen time. Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · House of David Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Bible Goes to Hollywood: Seven Movies and Shows Based on Biblical Stories The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 276: Screen Fast 2025, plus Wicked the Book

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 36:57


Lent is a season of fasting, which makes it a perfect time to participate in the Plugged In 2025 Screen Fast! The Plugged In team encourages you to look at your family's screen habits and see where you might be able to cut back. Paul Asay then speaks with Bob Hoose about the non-family-friendly book version of Wicked on which the popular musical is based. Click here to get your copy of Plugged In’s terrific book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West Sign Up for the 2025 Screen Fast: · Join us for the Plugged In Screen Fast! The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 274: Biopics and The Unbreakable Boy

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 44:21


Biographical movies – also known as biopics – comprise a unique genre in the film industry. The Plugged In team looks at what makes these movies so compelling and how they sometimes take artistic liberties with the facts. Adam Holz then speaks with Paul Asay about the new based-on-a-true-story movie The Unbreakable Boy. Click here to get your copy of the great Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · A Beautiful Mind · Remember the Titans · Heroes · Better Man · Hidden Figures · The Imitation Game · Selma · Reagan · Oppenheimer · Bonhoeffer · Hamilton · Shazam · American Underdog · Wonder · The Unbreakable Boy The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 273: Paddington in Peru. Plus, It's Time to Deal With Those Screens. (No, Really.)

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 36:22


The beloved bear Paddington is back on the big screen—this time going to Peru! Paul Asay and Emily Tsiao give you a peek at this new movie. And between work, school, fun, and entertainment, your family probably spends a lot of time on screens. The Plugged In team looks at screen habits—both good and bad—and encourages you to consider joining Plugged In’s Screen Fast 2025. Get your copy of Plugged In’s helpful book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Paddington · Paddington 2 · Paddington in Peru Check out the Plugged In Blog! · Live It Quiz: Technology Addiction Assessment · Screen Fast 2025 · Live It The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Savvy Sauce
253 Low Tech Parenting with Erin Loechner

The Savvy Sauce

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 55:49


253. Low Tech Parenting with Erin Loechner   I will not set before my eyes anything that is worthless. Psalm 101:3   Questions We Cover: Especially for us as parents, what are some motives of the big tech companies that capitalize on our naivety? What are some ways we can borrow the attractive features from social media to optimize influence within our home, as parents? What other ideas do you have for using our homes to build strategic family rhythms where all members can grow and flourish?   Erin Loechner is the founder of global tech-free movement, The Opt-Out Family. Erin is a former social media influencer who walked away from a million fans to live a low-tech lifestyle—and is now teaching others how to do the same. Her cutting-edge work has been praised in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, and the Huffington Post, as well as on the Today Show. When she's not scrawling on her trusty steno pad, Erin, her husband, and their three kids spend their days chasing alpenglow, reading Kipling, and biking to town for more tortillas.   Opt Out Family Website   Other Recommended Podcasts on This Topic: 170 Mastering Technology so it Does Not Master You with Dr. Sylvia Hart Frejd   228 Stewarding Technology for More Intentional Relationships  with Joey Odom   226 Tech-Savvy Family with Paul Asay of The Plugged In Staff   195 Tech and Parenting with Molly DeFrank   91 Technology and Parenting with Arlene Pellicane   Erin's Book Recommendations: Caddie Woodlawn Pilgrim's Progress Honey for a Child's Heart   Thank You to Our Sponsor: Leman Property Management Company   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

The Plugged In Show
Episode 270: Let's Talk About TikTok. Plus, The Chosen's Elizabeth Tabish

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 44:48


TikTok, the short-form social media platform, has been at the center of plenty of controversy. The Plugged In talks about the type of content on the platform, the way kids use it, and what you need to know for your family. Paul Asay then speaks with Elizabeth Tabish, the actress who portrays Mary Magdalene in The Chosen about her new movie Between Borders. Get your copy of Parenting Generation Screen by Jonathan McKee today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring · The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers · The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King · Raiders of the Lost Ark · The Wild Robot · The Chosen · Between Borders Check out the Plugged In blog! · The Plugged In Show: Episode 240: The Dark Side of the Influencer World. Plus, a Conversation with Director Andrew Erwin · How Are Screens Affecting Our Sleep? · The Plugged In Show: Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders. Plus, Navigating Sad (but Good) Movie The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
Plugged In Movie Reviews for the New Year with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 14:48 Transcription Available


Get out the popcorn! Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Paul Asay of Focus on the Family's Plugged In Movie Reviews will share thoughts on family friendly new releases. He may also suggest movies to steer clear of, and the relevance of the Oscars. Plugged In Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 268: Those Wild, Wild Westerns, plus Screen Fast 2025

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 40:23


Since the days of John Wayne, the western genre has a special place in our hearts. The Plugged In team explores why these stories are so popular and looks at Netflix’s new western series American Primeval. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about Plugged In’s Screen Fast 2025. Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · American Primeval · Yellowstone · Hell or High Water · 1883 · Open Range · Magnificent Seven · 3:10 to Yuma · Logan · The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance · Justified Are you Addicted to Technology? Take our quiz to find out! · Technology Addiction Quiz The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 267: A Conversation with Mandy Majors, plus Netflix's Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fow

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 44:40


Kids today have their eyes on their screens, and those screens are full of dangers. How can you protect them? Paul Asay speaks with author and screen expert Mandy Majors and her daughter Ella. They share some ways you can help your child learn healthy tech habits. Paul Asay then speaks with Bret Eckelberry about the new Netflix movie Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl. Get your copy of Mady Majors’ book Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World: A Solution That Works today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
Year End Movie Review - with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 16:06 Transcription Available


Christmas celebrations, School vacations, New Years Day. All kinds of days, perfect for popcorn, hot chocolate and movie-watching! Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Paul Asay from Plugged In stops in to give us a Year End Movie Review. Plugged in Movie Reviews for KidsDonate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 265: What Makes a Christmas Movie Good? Plus, Mufasa: The Lion King

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 42:06


With so many Christmas movies out there, are there certain ingredients that make up a great one? And what makes a Christmas movie go bad? The Plugged In team reflects on some recent Christmas movies as well as some of their favorites. Paul Asay then speaks with Emily Tsiao about the new Disney movie Mufasa: The Lion King. Get your copy of Plugged In’s great book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · The Best Christmas Pageant Ever · Dear Santa · Bad Santa · Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause · Violent Night · Elf · A Christmas Story · Spirited · It’s a Wonderful Life · Home Alone · Bells of St. Mary’s · The Nativity Story · Dr. Seuss: How the Grinch Stole Christmas · Mufasa: The Lion King · The Lion King · The Lion King (2019) · The Lion King 1 1/2 · The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Lion King Takes the Throne · What’s the Real King in the Lion King? Technology The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 264: Is Social Media Ruining Our Kids? Plus, Netflix's ‘Mary'

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 42:33


Teens today have never known a world without social media—and that’s affecting kids in many different ways. The Plugged In team discusses the impact of social media and the new Hulu docu-series Social Studies. Paul Asay then speaks with Emily Tsiao about the new Netflix movie Mary. Get your copy of the great Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Cars 2 · Batman and Robin · Up · Star Wars: The Last Jedi · Social Studies · Euphoria · The Best Christmas Pageant Ever · Mary The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook
Becoming a Screen Savvy Family: Paul Asay's Guide to Navigating Media

God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 40:35


Send us a textWelcome to another insightful episode of God-sized Stories!Today, I'm thrilled to host Paul Asay, a remarkable guest whose expertise in navigating the complex world of media for families is truly enlightening. In This Episode You'll Discover:The Impact of Social Media:Paul Asay discusses how social media often shows only life's highlights, creating envy and dissatisfaction.Parenting in the Digital Age:I explore the struggles parents face in today's fast-evolving tech landscape and how to manage children's screen time effectively.Practical Advice for Parents:From using resources like "Plugged In" to fostering open, honest communication with your children about their media consumption.Christ-Centered Media Engagement:Learn how to incorporate Christian values into your family's media habits and use entertainment as a discussion starter.Insights from “Becoming a Screen Savvy Family”:Paul Asay shares valuable tools from his book, helping families form a healthy relationship with technology and media.Throughout our conversation, Paul and I share personal anecdotes, discuss the rapid changes in technology, and offer plenty of practical advice for managing media use in your household.Exciting Giveaway Alert!

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast
The Most Uncomfortably Charming Christmas Movie Ever

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 5:00 Transcription Available


While the movie "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" is not necessarily preachy in nature Paul Asay with Plugged In describes it well as a sweet-spirited Christmas classic. Paul wants you to know this film does something that Jesus did back in the day: It calls out the most pharisaical among us. It reminds us, uncomfortably perhaps, that the very people we tend to avoid are exactly the people we should embrace; especially during the Christmas season. Read the full review at PluggedIn.comDonate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wmbwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 262: Creating with AI: A Parents' Primer. Plus, Moana 2

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 41:16


Artificial intelligence gets a bad rap, but it can also help us create in ways we never thought possible. The Plugged In team looks at ways we can create using AI and things we may want to steer clear of. Paul Asay then talks with Emily Tsiao about the new Disney movie sequel Moana 2.   Get your copy of Plugged In's fantastic book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the Full Review: ·       Moana 2 Read more: ·       Do AI Music Generators Hurt Kids' Creativity? ·       The Rise and Danger of the AI Relationship ·       AI is Terrible at Translating: Why Christians Should Care ·       The Plugged In Show Episode 256: How AI is Changing Adolescence. Plus, ‘Agatha All Along'   The Plugged In Tech Guide   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Tetrazzini Recipe   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Practice Makes Parent
Becoming a Screen Savvy Family

Practice Makes Parent

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 35:04


Ever feel like screens are taking over your family's life? Join Danny & Rebecca this week as they sit down with PluggedIn's Paul Asay to learn practical tips for guiding your kids through entertainment, social media, and screen time. Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how she can stop her 3-year-old from repeating inappropriate words.   Click here to receive PluggedIn's guide to technology, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family, for a gift of any amount!   Click here to access the PluggedIn website!   Click here to listen to the PluggedIn podcast!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Raising Godly Girls
Ep. 144 — Navigating New Tech This Holiday Season: Ensuring Safe, Meaningful, & Savvy Family Screen Use with Paul Asay (Focus on the Family's PluggedIn)

Raising Godly Girls

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 36:52


In this insightful weekend edition episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, host Patti Garibay welcomes Paul Asay, a seasoned media reviewer and author of Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family. With the holiday season fast approaching, families are gearing up for the influx of new technology, but how can we ensure that our screen time remains safe and purposeful?  Patti and Paul dive deep into the pressing question of how to navigate the media-saturated world that our children are growing up in. They discuss the alarming statistics regarding children's screen use, including a study revealing that the average American child receives their first smartphone at just 11.6 years old. With families spending an average of $1,480 annually on electronics, it's vital to approach these purchases with intention and awareness.  Paul shares his passion for helping parents create meaningful connections with media. He offers practical strategies for fostering healthy, Christ-centered relationships with technology, emphasizing the importance of open dialogues with children about media trends. Listeners will learn how to set appropriate boundaries and make informed decisions when selecting tech gifts that align with their family values.  Throughout the episode, Paul also highlights the significance of teaching children discernment in their media choices, especially as they grow older and seek more independence. He addresses potential warning signs that excessive screen time may negatively impact a child's mental and emotional well-being and provides actionable steps for parents to become more screen savvy this holiday season.  Join Patti and Paul for a conversation filled with wisdom, encouragement, and essential tips for navigating new tech in a way that honors God and nurtures the hearts of our girls.   Learn more about Paul's work with PluggedIn, visit pluggedin.com  Find an American Heritage Girls Troop near you, visit americanheritagegirls.org    Add even more Biblical wisdom to your parenting quiver, visit raisinggodlygirls.com 

The Plugged In Show
Episode 261: Wicked and the World of Musicals. Plus, Plugged In's New Tech Guide!

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 39:18


This week, the Broadway musical Wicked flies from the stage to the screen. The Plugged In team talks about the Wicked phenomenon as well as other movie musicals and the power of music woven into a story. Paul Asay then talks with Bret Eckelberry about the team's new tech guide.   Get your copy of Plugged In's great book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Mean Girls ·       Joker: Folie a Deux ·       Transformers One ·       Wicked   More Episodes on Musicals: ·       The Plugged In Show Episode 40: Hamilton's Cultural Encore ·       The Plugged In Show Episode 98: Dear Evan Hansen and the Musical Renaissance   Check out the new Plugged In Tech Guide: ·       Focus on the Family: Plugged In Tech Guide PDF   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
Christmas Movies to Enjoy This Season - with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 15:28 Transcription Available


Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Paul Asay from Plugged In joins us to talk about movies we can enjoy this Thanksgiving and Christmas season. There are a few being released in November for the holiday season, and Paul will have some ideas for films that families can watch together--with a cup of hot chocolate and some popcorn! The 10 Best Family Christmas Movies Ever - Plugged InSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 260: When Should I Give My Kid a Cell Phone? Plus, Bonhoeffer

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 49:27


With Christmas coming, you may be considering a tech gift for your child…maybe even a cell phone. The Plugged In team shares insights and thoughts on the impact phones have had on younger generations and the best age to put a phone in their hands. Paul Asay then talks with Kennedy Unthank about the new biopic Bonhoeffer.   Get your copy of the insightful Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Bonhoeffer   Check out these other resources: ·       Plugged In Blog: Smartphone Parental Controls ·       Focus on the Family Episode: Connecting with Your Tech Absorbed Kid ·       Focus on the Family Episode: Guiding Your Child's Media Choices ·       Focus on the Family Episode: Helping Your Teens Put Down Their Screens ·       Focus on the Family Episode: Cultivating Wise Tech Habits in Your Teen   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 259: The Power and Peril of In-Game Sales, plus, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 40:22


You're enjoying a fun online game, but then you're hit with having to make a purchase to go any further. The Plugged In team looks at a variety of video games that employ in-game sales. Paul Asay then talks with producer Kevin Downes and director Dallas Jenkins about their new movie The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Get your copy of the outstanding Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Fortnite ·       Pokemon Go ·       Minecraft ·       The Best Christmas Pageant Ever ·       Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 258: Entertainment Decisions and Kids' Maturity, plus Chappell Roan

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 44:26


As your kids move into adolescence, you need to decide how much freedom you give them when it comes to entertainment and media. The Plugged In team offers some thoughts, sharing ways they succeeded and things they wish they could do differently. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the wildly popular recording artist Chapell Roan.   Get your copy of the fantastic Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Cocaine Bear ·       Chappell Roan: Good Luck Babe   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte
Family-Friendly Holiday Movies - with Paul Asay

Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 14:45 Transcription Available


As we approach the holiday season we may be looking for a family-friendly movie to share with loved ones. What are some great classics and modern films that will be great to share with the family this time of year? Paul Asay, Director of Plugged In, joins Mornings with Eric and Brigitte on Friday to share some tips on good movies, as well as some new family-friendly items streaming on some of the major platforms this month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 257: Unexpected Scares in Family Movies, plus Exhibiting Forgiveness

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 48:04


We may be in the midst of “scary season”, but sometimes scares creep up on us from nowhere. The Plugged In team shares movies and television shows that once freaked them out and offers a few tips on how to navigate those unexpected frights. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new movie Exhibiting Forgiveness.   Get your copy of the helpful book by the Plugged In team – Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family – today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Who Framed Roger Rabbit? ·       Neverending Story ·       The Wizard of Oz ·       Land of the Lost ·       Pee Wee's Big Adventure ·       A Dog's Purpose ·       Monster House ·       Exhibiting Forgiveness ·       Father Stu ·       Incredibles ·       Up   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast
Are Sad Movies Good for Kids...and Parents?

Mornings with Tom and Tabi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 13:41 Transcription Available


The Wild Robot is a heartfelt story is about motherhood and kindness. It’s also about sacrifice. Paul Asay with Plugged In shares about this familiar theme present in a lot of kids' movies which just might make viewers, especially the adults, a little misty-eyed. Is Hollywood out to make kids cry? Perhaps something else going on here. The over-arching question is, 'Why are so many great kids movies sad?' Is that a good thing?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 256: How AI is Changing Adolescence, plus Agatha All Along

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 43:18


Kids have been finding ways to cheat since schools themselves have been a thing. But the rise of artificial intelligence is a game-changer in the classroom. The Plugged In team looks at the rise of artificial intelligence, how kids may be misusing it, and how you can navigate it as a family. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new streaming show Agatha All Along.   Get your copy of Plugged In's outstanding book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       WandaVision ·       Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness ·       Agatha All Along   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.  

The Plugged In Show
Episode 254: Beauty and the Bird

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 57:26


Hollywood often reinforces unhealthy beauty ideals and can undermine self-esteem in the process. But a couple recent movies—Uglies and A Different Man—are taking a different twist on the topic. The Plugged In team explores these stories and gives you some points on how to start a solid conversation with your family. Adam Holz then talks with Paul Asay about the new movie White Bird. Get your copy of the Plugged In team's helpful book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Ender's Game ·       The Devil Wears Prada ·       Ready Player One ·       Uglies ·       Uglies Book Review ·       Pretties Book Review ·       A Different Man ·       The Substance   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.  

The Plugged In Show
Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders, Plus Navigating Sad (But Good) Mov

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 41:22


The best kids' movies usually prompt a lot of emotion. And many adults are often just as taken with these stories as their children. Paul Asay talks with Chris Sanders, the director of the new Dreamworks animated movie The Wild Robot. The Plugged In team then examines some of the more memorable family-friendly films they have reviewed and what your family needs to know about them.   Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       The Wind Rises ·       The Green Mile ·       The Croods ·       The Wild Robot ·       Grave of the Fireflies ·       Charlotte's Web ·       Inside Out ·       Inside Out 2 ·       Big Hero 6 ·       The Creator ·       The Mitchells vs the Machines   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 252: Is It Harder to Be a Teen Today? Plus: Transformers One

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 45:05


With cultural influences, technology, and social media, being a teen can be a challenge. The Plugged In team reflects on their own teen years and how things have changed. In looking at recent research and personal stories, they'll share some insight on how very different life today is for teenagers. Paul Asay then talks with Bob Hoose about the new prequel in the popular Transformers franchise, Transformers One.   Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team's great new book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Transformers One   Check out the Plugged In Blog: ·       The Plugged In Show Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 251: God on the Gridiron, plus, A Look at God's Not Dead: In God We Trust

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 39:46


Football season is getting into swing! The Plugged In team tackles some thoughts on the beloved sport—looking at the game itself and players who profess a strong faith in Christ. Paul Asay then speaks with Adam Holz about the latest installment of the God's Not Dead movie franchise, In God We Trust.   Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Beetlejuice Beetlejuice   Check out the Plugged In Blog: ·       Six Inspirational Movies for Kids Headed Back to School ·       The Plugged In Show Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 249: Looking at The Rings of Power and Reagan

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 41:39


With Amazon Prime taking on Tolkien's beloved The Lord of the Rings stories, you may want to know if it's family-friendly. The Plugged In team discusses The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and what you need to know for your family. Paul Asay then talks with Adam Holz about the new Dennis Quaid biopic Reagan.   Get your copy of the Plugged In team's terrific book Becoming a Screen Savvy Family!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power ·       The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring ·       Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers ·       The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King ·       Book: The Fellowship of the Ring ·       Book: The Two Towers ·       Book: The Return of the King ·       Reagan ·       Soul Surfer ·       Miracle Season ·       The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance ·       Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ·       Bridge to Terabithia   Check out the Plugged In Blog: ·       The Theology of the Lord of the Rings   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 248: A Conversation with the Kendrick Brothers

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 36:18


As Christians, God sometimes calls us to tell stories in a unique way. Paul Asay of the Plugged In team talks with Christian filmmakers Alex and Stephen Kendrick about their movies, zeroing in on their latest movie The Forge. You'll hear Alex and Stephen's hearts on why they make faith-friendly movies to reach others.   Get your copy of the Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook on Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       Facing the Giants ·       Fireproof ·       Courageous ·       War Room ·       Overcomer ·       Show Me the Father ·       Lifemark ·       The Forge ·       Chariots of Fire ·       Jesus Revolution ·       I Can Only Imagine Check out the Plugged In Blog: ·       Show Me the Father's Alex Kendrick Talks to Plugged In   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1   How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

The Plugged In Show
Episode 246: Do Old Movies Still Matter? Plus: Spotify Goes Social

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 41:13


Do old movies hold up in our fast-paced culture? The Plugged In team looks back at three black-and-white movies they've recently reviewed - To Kill a Mockingbird, The Many who Shot Liberty Valance, and Seven Samurai. You might be surprised what messages your family can take away from these older films! Paul Asay then speak with Emily Tsiao about Spotify's move into a social media set-up.   Get Your Copy of Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       To Kill a Mockingbird ·       The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance ·       Seven Samurai ·       Joker ·       Batman: Arkham Asylum ·       Batman: Arkham City ·       Batman: Arkham Knight Check out the Plugged In Blog: ·       On the Radar   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.  

Focus on the Family Broadcast
Becoming Screen Savvy As a Family

Focus on the Family Broadcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 27:08


Adam Holz and Paul Asay from Focus on the Family's Plugged In team equips you to guide your family to make healthy media choices. They explain what the Bible says about entertainment and how to engage with and teach your kids discernment when it comes to what they are watching and playing. It's a great conversation you won't want to miss!   Receive the book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family and the audio download of the broadcast "Becoming Screen Savvy As a Family" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.